Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax ist DS2
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Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax ist DS2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Introduced October 2020
- Earlier Model is Nikon Z6
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- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Released August 2005
Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax ist DS2 Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Nikon Z6 II versus Pentax ist DS2, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and ist DS2 (6MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and ist DS2 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizes.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Z6 II was released 15 years after the ist DS2 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax ist DS2 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Z6 II grades against the ist DS2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Pentax ist DS2
Z6 II | ist DS2 | |||
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Released | October 2020 | August 2005 | More modern by 185 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3.2" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.7") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 210k | Crisper screen (+1890k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax ist DS2 over the Nikon Z6 II
ist DS2 | Z6 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Pentax ist DS2
Z6 II | ist DS2 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax ist DS2 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon Z6 II has got physical measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Pentax ist DS2 has sizing of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).
Examine the Nikon Z6 II versus Pentax ist DS2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Z6 II vs the ist DS2.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 II and ist DS2 is 61 and 68 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax ist DS2 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through specs. The image here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Z6 II and ist DS2.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Z6 II because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Nikon Z6 II will resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 19 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern Z6 II is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax ist DS2 Specifications
Nikon Z6 Mark II | Pentax ist DS2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Pentax ist DS2 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2020-10-14 | 2005-08-22 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25MP | 6MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 3008 x 2008 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 273 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon Z | Pentax KAF |
Available lenses | 15 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 2,100 thousand dot | 210 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 14.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 56 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 56 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | - |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | No |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 705 grams (1.55 lb) | 605 grams (1.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | CFexpress Type B / XQD | SD/MMC card |
Storage slots | 2 | Single |
Launch pricing | $1,997 | - |