Nikon D7200 vs Nikon Z6 II

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon D7200 and Nikon Z6 II, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Pro Mirrorless and both are designed by Nikon. The image resolution of the D7200 (24MP) and the Z6 II (25MP) is fairly well matched but the D7200 (APS-C) and Z6 II (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The D7200 was launched 6 years earlier than the Z6 II and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Nikon D7200 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a quick overview of how the D7200 scores versus the Z6 II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D7200 and Nikon Z6 Mark II. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon D7200 Gallery and Nikon Z6 II Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon D7200 has got physical measurements of 136mm x 107mm x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") and a weight of 765 grams (1.69 lbs) and the Nikon Z6 II has specifications of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon D7200 and Nikon Z6 II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the D7200 compared to the Z6 II.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the D7200 and Z6 II is 59 and 61 respectively.

Generally, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The visual here should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the D7200 and Z6 II.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The D7200 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Nikon Z6 II will resolve more detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older D7200 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.