Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K-5

Following is a in depth comparison of the Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K-5, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Nikon and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and K-5 (16MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and K-5 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The Z7 II was launched 9 years after the K-5 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-5 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Z7 II grades vs the K-5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z7 Mark II & Pentax K-5. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 II Gallery & Pentax K-5 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z7 II enjoys outer measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Pentax K-5 has proportions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the Z7 II versus the K-5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Z7 II and K-5 is 61 and 60 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through specs. The picture here should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z7 II and K-5.

All in all, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Z7 II due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon Z7 II will give more detail utilizing its extra 30MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The more modern Z7 II will have an advantage in sensor tech.