Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax ist DS2

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.

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The 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.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z6 Mark II and Pentax ist DS2. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z6 II Gallery and Pentax ist DS2 Gallery.

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.

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.