Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax S1

Here, we will be matching up the Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax S1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and S1 (14MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and S1 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The Z7 II was revealed 9 years after the S1 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax S1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Z7 II scores against the S1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z7 Mark II and Pentax Optio S1. The full galleries are available at Nikon Z7 II Gallery and Pentax S1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon Z7 II offers outer dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Pentax S1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Look at the Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax S1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Z7 II against the S1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Z7 II and S1 is 61 and 93 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The image here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z7 II and S1.

To sum up, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Z7 II with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Nikon Z7 II will resolve extra detail because of its extra 32MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer Z7 II should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.