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Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K200D

Portability
61
Imaging
80
Features
92
Overall
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Nikon Z7 Mark II front
 
Pentax K200D front
Portability
61
Imaging
50
Features
41
Overall
46

Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K200D Key Specs

Nikon Z7 II
(Full Review)
  • 46MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 64 - 25600 (Increase to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
  • Released October 2020
  • Older Model is Nikon Z7
Pentax K200D
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • Pentax KAF2 Mount
  • 690g - 134 x 95 x 74mm
  • Launched September 2008
  • Superseded the Pentax K100D S
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Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K200D Overview

Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon Z7 II versus Pentax K200D, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and K200D (10MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and K200D (APS-C) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The Z7 II was manufactured 12 years later than the K200D and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Z7 II grades versus the K200D with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Pentax K200D

 Z7 II K200D 
LaunchedOctober 2020September 2008Fresher by 148 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen dimensions3.2"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution2100k230kClearer screen (+1870k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Pentax K200D over the Nikon Z7 II

 K200D Z7 II 

Common features in the Nikon Z7 II and Pentax K200D

 Z7 II K200D 
Focus manually Dial precise focusing
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K200D Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon Z7 II enjoys exterior dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Pentax K200D has specifications of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") with a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the Z7 II against the K200D.

Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K200D size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Z7 II and K200D is 61 and 61 respectively.

Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K200D top view buttons comparison

Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K200D Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Z7 II and K200D.

As you can see, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Z7 II featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Nikon Z7 II will offer you greater detail due to its extra 36MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher Z7 II provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K200D sensor size comparison

Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K200D Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K200D Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon Z7 II as a Portrait photography camera
Pentax K200D as a Portrait photography camera
88
has manual focus
MP count high (46 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
comes with face detect autofocus
exports RAW files
54
focusing manually
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
no liveview feature
MP count low (10MP)
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Street Comparison

Nikon Z7 II as a Street photography camera
Pentax K200D as a Street photography camera
79
screen tilts up and down
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
big sensor size (Full frame)
exports RAW files
provides touch to focus
weather proofing
above average high ISO (25,600)
60
image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
environment proof
fixed screen
more heavy than competition in class (690g)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon Z7 II as a Sports photography camera
Pentax K200D as a Sports photography camera
90
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count high (46MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
comes with tracking focus
weather proofing
comes with phase detect autofocus
53
image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
environment proof
has phase detect AF
no liveview feature
max fps very slow (3.0 frames per second)
MP count low (10MP)
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Travel Comparison

Nikon Z7 II Travel photography information
Pentax K200D Travel photography information
72
weather proofing
supports bluetooth
provides touch to focus
MP count high (46MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
47
environment proof
flash built-in
no Timelapse function
more heavy than competition in class (690g)
MP count low (10MP)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon Z7 II as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax K200D as a Landscape photography camera
88
has manual focus
change lenses (Nikon Z mount)
screen is a decent size (3.2 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count high (46MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
doesnt have anti aliasing filter
above average high ISO (25,600)
exports RAW files
weather proofing
two card slots
56
focusing manually
change lenses (Pentax KAF2 mount)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
environment proof
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no liveview feature
MP count low (10 megapixels)
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon Z7 II
Vlogging with Pentax K200D
36
touchscreen capability
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
comes with face detect autofocus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
does have mic socket
screen isn't selfie friendly
9
no video recording
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Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K200D Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon Z7 II and Pentax K200D
 Nikon Z7 Mark IIPentax K200D
General Information
Company Nikon Pentax
Model type Nikon Z7 Mark II Pentax K200D
Category Pro Mirrorless Entry-Level DSLR
Released 2020-10-14 2008-09-01
Body design SLR-style mirrorless Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size Full frame APS-C
Sensor measurements 35.9 x 23.9mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 858.0mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 46 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Maximum resolution 8256 x 5504 3872 x 2592
Maximum native ISO 25600 1600
Maximum boosted ISO 102400 -
Minimum native ISO 64 100
RAW data
Minimum boosted ISO 32 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 493 11
Lens
Lens support Nikon Z Pentax KAF2
Total lenses 15 151
Focal length multiplier 1 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Tilting Fixed Type
Screen size 3.2 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 2,100 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder resolution 3,690 thousand dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100% 96%
Viewfinder magnification 0.8x 0.57x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 10.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 13.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash settings Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Highest flash sync 1/200 seconds 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM -
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 None
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 705g (1.55 pounds) 690g (1.52 pounds)
Physical dimensions 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") 134 x 95 x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 64
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 22.4
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 11.4
DXO Low light rating not tested 561
Other
Battery life 420 images -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID - 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) SD/MMC/SDHC card
Storage slots Dual One
Pricing at launch $2,997 $600