Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K10D
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Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K10D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Raise 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
- Replaced the Nikon Z7
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- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 793g - 142 x 101 x 70mm
- Launched December 2006
- Refreshed by Pentax K20D
Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K10D Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon Z7 II versus Pentax K10D, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and K10D (10MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and K10D (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Z7 II was launched 14 years later than the K10D and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K10D being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Z7 II scores against the K10D when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K10D Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z7 Mark II & Pentax K10D. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon Z7 II Gallery & Pentax K10D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Pentax K10D
Z7 II | K10D | |||
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Launched | October 2020 | December 2006 | Fresher by 169 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3.2" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.7") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 210k | Clearer screen (+1890k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K10D over the Nikon Z7 II
K10D | Z7 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z7 II and Pentax K10D
Z7 II | K10D | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K10D Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z7 II provides 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) while the Pentax K10D has measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon Z7 II versus Pentax K10D in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the Z7 II vs the K10D.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Z7 II and K10D is 61 and 59 respectively.
Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K10D Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z7 II and K10D.
As you can see, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Z7 II featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z7 II will offer you more detail utilizing its extra 36MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent Z7 II is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K10D Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K10D Specifications
Nikon Z7 Mark II | Pentax K10D | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Z7 Mark II | Pentax K10D |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2020-10-14 | 2006-12-15 |
Physical type | 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 | 46 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 3872 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 32 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 493 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | Pentax KAF2 |
Amount of lenses | 15 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inches | 2.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 2,100 thousand dots | 210 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | - |
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 rate | 10.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
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, Auto Red Eye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 705 gr (1.55 lbs) | 793 gr (1.75 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 522 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | Dual | Single |
Launch cost | $2,997 | $700 |