Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-S2

Let's examine more in depth at the Nikon Z6 II and Pentax K-S2, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Nikon and Pentax. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and K-S2 (20MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and K-S2 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Z6 II was unveiled 5 years later than the K-S2 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Z6 II grades versus the K-S2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z6 Mark II & Pentax K-S2. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z6 II Gallery & Pentax K-S2 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z6 II provides outer dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-S2 has dimensions of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") along with a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Z6 II versus the K-S2.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Z6 II and K-S2 is 61 and 64 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out specs. The graphic underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z6 II and K-S2.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z6 II having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon Z6 II will provide extra detail having an extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern Z6 II is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.