Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax P70
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Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax P70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Expand 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
- Released October 2020
- Older Model is Nikon Z7
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-110mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 155g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Announced March 2009
Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax P70 Overview
Lets look much closer at the Nikon Z7 II versus Pentax P70, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Nikon and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and P70 (12MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and P70 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Z7 II was announced 11 years later than the P70 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax P70 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Z7 II grades against the P70 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax P70 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z7 Mark II and Pentax Optio P70. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z7 II Gallery and Pentax P70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Pentax P70
Z7 II | P70 | |||
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Announced | October 2020 | March 2009 | More recent by 142 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 230k | Crisper display (+1870k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax P70 over the Nikon Z7 II
P70 | Z7 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z7 II and Pentax P70
Z7 II | P70 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax P70 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z7 II features outer measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Pentax P70 has measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check out the Nikon Z7 II versus Pentax P70 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the Z7 II and the P70.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 II and P70 is 61 and 95 respectively.
Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax P70 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out technical specs. The graphic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Z7 II and P70.
As you have seen, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Z7 II having a larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Nikon Z7 II will show more detail with its extra 34MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent Z7 II will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax P70 Specifications
Nikon Z7 Mark II | Pentax Optio P70 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Z7 Mark II | Pentax Optio P70 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Released | 2020-10-14 | 2009-03-02 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 32 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 493 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-110mm (3.9x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing range | - | 10cm |
Number of lenses | 15 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 2,100k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.60 m |
Flash options | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 848 x 480 (15 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 705 gr (1.55 lb) | 155 gr (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 2 | 1 |
Retail price | $2,997 | $200 |