Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax Q10

Below, we will be evaluating the Nikon Z6 II and Pentax Q10, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and Q10 (12MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and Q10 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor size.

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The Z6 II was manufactured 8 years later than the Q10 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Z6 II scores versus the Q10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z6 Mark II and Pentax Q10. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon Z6 II Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z6 II provides exterior dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Pentax Q10 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check the Nikon Z6 II and Pentax Q10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Z6 II against the Q10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 II and Q10 is 61 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z6 II and Q10.

As you can see, both of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z6 II featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon Z6 II will render greater detail due to its extra 13 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Z6 II provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.