Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax W90

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax W90, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Pentax. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and W90 (12MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and W90 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.

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The Z7 II was unveiled 10 years after the W90 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax W90 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Z7 II grades against the W90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z7 Mark II and Pentax Optio W90. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 II Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon Z7 II has 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) while the Pentax W90 has specifications of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the Z7 II and the W90.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 II and W90 is 61 and 94 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The image underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Z7 II and W90.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Z7 II using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon Z7 II will resolve greater detail having an extra 34 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The younger Z7 II should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.