Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax WG-1

Let's examine more closely at the Nikon Z6 II versus Pentax WG-1, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and WG-1 (14MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and WG-1 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The Z6 II was released 9 years after the WG-1 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Z6 II grades versus the WG-1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z6 Mark II & Pentax Optio WG-1. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z6 II Gallery & Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z6 II comes with exterior dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the Z6 II against the WG-1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Z6 II and WG-1 is 61 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading technical specs. The picture below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Z6 II and WG-1.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Z6 II due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon Z6 II will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 11MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively. The younger Z6 II is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.