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Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K-30

Portability
61
Imaging
80
Features
92
Overall
84
Nikon Z7 Mark II front
 
Pentax K-30 front
Portability
63
Imaging
57
Features
66
Overall
60

Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K-30 Key Specs

Nikon Z7 II
(Full Review)
  • 46MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Display
  • ISO 64 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
  • Announced October 2020
  • Superseded the Nikon Z7
Pentax K-30
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1/6000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Pentax KAF2 Mount
  • 650g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
  • Released October 2012
  • Newer Model is Pentax K-50
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Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K-30 Overview

The following is a extended assessment of the Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K-30, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Nikon and Pentax. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and K-30 (16MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and K-30 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.

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The Z7 II was announced 8 years after the K-30 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-30 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Z7 II grades versus the K-30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Pentax K-30

 Z7 II K-30 
ReleasedOctober 2020October 2012Newer by 97 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen dimensions3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution2100k921kSharper screen (+1179k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Pentax K-30 over the Nikon Z7 II

 K-30 Z7 II 

Common features in the Nikon Z7 II and Pentax K-30

 Z7 II K-30 
Focus manually Very precise focus
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen

Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K-30 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z7 II offers exterior measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Pentax K-30 has measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Compare the Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K-30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the Z7 II and the K-30.

Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K-30 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 II and K-30 is 61 and 63 respectively.

Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K-30 top view buttons comparison

Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K-30 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specs. The picture below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z7 II and K-30.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z7 II using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z7 II will provide you with more detail with its extra 30MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern Z7 II will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K-30 sensor size comparison

Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K-30 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K-30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon Z7 II
Portrait photography with Pentax K-30
88
has manual focus
fantastic megapixels (46 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
offers face detection focusing
supports RAW files
74
focusing manually
MP count good (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
features face detect focusing
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Nikon Z7 II
Street photography with Pentax K-30
79
screen tilts up and down
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW files
has touch to focus
environment proof
above average ISO range (25,600)
68
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
weather proof
screen does not articulate
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon Z7 II
Sports photography with Pentax K-30
90
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
fantastic megapixels (46MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
offers tracking autofocus
environment proof
has phase detect AF
67
high shutter speed (1/6,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
MP count good (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
features tracking focus
weather proof
supports phase detect AF
continuous shooting slow (6.0 frames/s)
low battery power (410 per charge)
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Travel Comparison

Nikon Z7 II Travel photography factors
Pentax K-30 Travel photography factors
72
environment proof
has bluetooth
has touch to focus
fantastic megapixels (46MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
60
weather proof
MP count good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
low battery power (410 shots)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon Z7 II Landscape photography information
Pentax K-30 Landscape photography information
88
has manual focus
change lenses (Nikon Z mount)
decent sized screen (3.2 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
fantastic megapixels (46 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
doesnt have anti-alias filter
above average ISO range (25,600)
supports RAW files
environment proof
two card slots
73
focusing manually
switch lenses (Pentax KAF2 mount)
screen is a good size (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
MP count good (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
weather proof
low battery power (410 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon Z7 II Vlogging features
Pentax K-30 Vlogging features
36
touch screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
offers face detection focusing
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
has external microphone socket
screen isn't selfie friendly
30
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
features face detect focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
display isn't selfie friendly
doesn't have microphone support
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Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K-30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon Z7 II and Pentax K-30
 Nikon Z7 Mark IIPentax K-30
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Pentax
Model Nikon Z7 Mark II Pentax K-30
Type Pro Mirrorless Advanced DSLR
Announced 2020-10-14 2012-10-29
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Prime M
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame APS-C
Sensor measurements 35.9 x 23.9mm 23.7 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 858.0mm² 372.1mm²
Sensor resolution 46 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Maximum resolution 8256 x 5504 4928 x 3264
Maximum native ISO 25600 12800
Maximum boosted ISO 102400 25600
Lowest native ISO 64 100
RAW support
Lowest boosted ISO 32 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points 493 11
Cross focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount Nikon Z Pentax KAF2
Total lenses 15 151
Crop factor 1 1.5
Screen
Display type Tilting Fixed Type
Display sizing 3.2 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 2,100 thousand dots 921 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display tech - TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder resolution 3,690 thousand dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.8x 0.61x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/6000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 10.0fps 6.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash 12.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash options 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,Slow Sync, Slow Sync+ Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Highest flash synchronize 1/200 seconds 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50,30,25,24 fps), 640 x 424 (30,25,24 fps)
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 705g (1.55 lb) 650g (1.43 lb)
Physical dimensions 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 79
DXO Color Depth score not tested 23.7
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 13.0
DXO Low light score not tested 1129
Other
Battery life 420 images 410 images
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - D-LI109,4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Two One
Cost at launch $2,997 $525