Nikon Z fc vs Sony A7
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Nikon Z fc vs Sony A7 Key Specs
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- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 445g - 135 x 94 x 44mm
- Launched June 2021
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 50 - 25600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 474g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Released January 2014
- Replacement is Sony A7 II

Nikon Z fc vs Sony A7 Overview
Below is a in-depth assessment of the Nikon Z fc versus Sony A7, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the Z fc (21MP) and the A7 (24MP) is relatively similar but the Z fc (APS-C) and A7 (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

The Z fc was released 7 years later than the A7 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Z fc grades against the A7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon Z fc vs Sony A7 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z fc & Sony Alpha A7. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z fc Gallery & Sony A7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z fc over the Sony A7
Z fc | A7 | |||
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Released | June 2021 | ![]() | January 2014 | More recent by 91 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7 over the Nikon Z fc
A7 | Z fc | |||
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Screen resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 1040k | Clearer screen (+190k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon Z fc and Sony A7
Z fc | A7 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
Nikon Z fc vs Sony A7 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z fc enjoys physical measurements of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Sony A7 has proportions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon Z fc versus Sony A7 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the Z fc and the A7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z fc and A7 is 79 and 78 respectively.

Nikon Z fc vs Sony A7 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z fc and A7.
Plainly, both of those cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Z fc because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony A7 will offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher Z fc is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

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Nikon Z fc vs Sony A7 Specifications
Nikon Z fc | Sony Alpha A7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Z fc | Sony Alpha A7 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2021-06-28 | 2014-01-22 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 209 | 117 |
Cross type focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon Z | Sony E |
Total lenses | 21 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445g (0.98 lb) | 474g (1.04 lb) |
Dimensions | 135 x 94 x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 90 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2248 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 images | 340 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL25 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $949 | $798 |