Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax RZ18

Its time to look closer at the Nikon Z7 II and Pentax RZ18, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and RZ18 (16MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and RZ18 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z7 II was announced 9 years later than the RZ18 and that is quite a big gap 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 RZ18 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Z7 II scores versus the RZ18 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z7 Mark II and Pentax Optio RZ18. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 II Gallery and Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z7 II has got outside 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 RZ18 has proportions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon Z7 II and Pentax RZ18 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Z7 II versus the RZ18.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 II and RZ18 is 61 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at specs. The photograph below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z7 II and RZ18.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Z7 II having a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Nikon Z7 II will give you greater detail with its extra 30 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger Z7 II is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.