Nikon D7500 vs Nikon Z fc

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Nikon D7500 versus Nikon Z fc, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are offered by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the D7500 (21MP) and the Z fc (21MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The D7500 was manufactured 5 years prior to the Z fc which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D7500 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon Z fc being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the D7500 matches up versus the Z fc with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D7500 & Nikon Z fc. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D7500 Gallery & Nikon Z fc Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Nikon D7500 has physical measurements of 136mm x 104mm x 73mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 2.9") and a weight of 720 grams (1.59 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z fc has specifications of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon D7500 versus Nikon Z fc in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the D7500 versus the Z fc.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the D7500 and Z fc is 60 and 79 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specs. The image here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the D7500 and Z fc.

All in all, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of files however you have to take the age of the cameras into account. The more aged D7500 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.