Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K-50

Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon Z7 II versus Pentax K-50, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Nikon and Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and K-50 (16MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and K-50 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The Z7 II was launched 6 years later than the K-50 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the Z7 II grades against the K-50 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z7 Mark II & Pentax K-50. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 II Gallery & Pentax K-50 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon Z7 II offers physical measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Pentax K-50 has sizing of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Z7 II and the K-50.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z7 II and K-50 is 61 and 63 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Z7 II and K-50.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z7 II featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Nikon Z7 II will provide more detail utilizing its extra 30 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern Z7 II is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.