Nikon Z fc vs Nikon Z7 II
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Nikon Z fc vs Nikon Z7 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 445g - 135 x 94 x 44mm
- Released June 2021
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Expand to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Revealed October 2020
- Earlier Model is Nikon Z7

Nikon Z fc vs Nikon Z7 II Overview
Below is a in-depth assessment of the Nikon Z fc versus Nikon Z7 II, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless and both of them are manufactured by Nikon. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the Z fc (21MP) and Z7 II (46MP) and the Z fc (APS-C) and Z7 II (Full frame) feature totally different sensor sizes.

The Z fc was brought out 9 months later than the Z7 II so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the Z fc scores versus the Z7 II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon Z fc vs Nikon Z7 II Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z fc and Nikon Z7 Mark II. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon Z fc Gallery and Nikon Z7 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z fc over the Nikon Z7 II
Z fc | Z7 II | |||
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Revealed | June 2021 | ![]() | October 2020 | More recent by 9 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Nikon Z fc
Z7 II | Z fc | |||
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Display dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1040k | Sharper display (+1060k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon Z fc and Nikon Z7 II
Z fc | Z7 II | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z fc vs Nikon Z7 II Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z fc enjoys outside measurements of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Nikon Z7 II has measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon Z fc versus Nikon Z7 II in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the Z fc and the Z7 II.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Z fc and Z7 II is 79 and 61 respectively.

Nikon Z fc vs Nikon Z7 II Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through specifications. The graphic here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z fc and Z7 II.
Plainly, both of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z fc due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Nikon Z7 II will resolve more detail having its extra 25MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively. The newer Z fc is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon Z fc vs Nikon Z7 II Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon Z fc vs Nikon Z7 II Specifications
Nikon Z fc | Nikon Z7 Mark II | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Z fc | Nikon Z7 Mark II |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2021-06-28 | 2020-10-14 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 35.9 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 858.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixel | 46 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 8256 x 5504 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 32 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 209 | 493 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
Amount of lenses | 21 | 15 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3.2" |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 2,100k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 3,690k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | 0.8x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 445 gr (0.98 lbs) | 705 gr (1.55 lbs) |
Dimensions | 135 x 94 x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photographs | 420 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL25 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) |
Card slots | 1 | Dual |
Pricing at release | $949 | $2,997 |