Nikon Z fc vs Sony A7R V
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Nikon Z fc vs Sony A7R V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Released June 2021
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.20" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Push to 102800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Sony E Mount
- 723g - 131 x 97 x 82mm
- Released October 2022
- Old Model is Sony A7R IV

Nikon Z fc vs Sony A7R V Overview
Following is a extensive analysis of the Nikon Z fc vs Sony A7R V, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the Z fc (21MP) and A7R V (61MP) and the Z fc (APS-C) and A7R V (Full frame) feature different sensor dimensions.

The Z fc was launched 16 months prior to the A7R V which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Z fc matches up vs the A7R V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon Z fc vs Sony A7R V Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z fc and Sony Alpha A7R V. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon Z fc Gallery and Sony A7R V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z fc over the Sony A7R V
Z fc | A7R V |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7R V over the Nikon Z fc
A7R V | Z fc | |||
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Released | October 2022 | ![]() | June 2021 | More modern by 16 months |
Screen sizing | 3.20" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2360k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper screen (+1320k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon Z fc and Sony A7R V
Z fc | A7R V | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully articulated | Fully Articulated screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z fc vs Sony A7R V Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z fc has external dimensions of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Sony A7R V has proportions of 131mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 723 grams (1.59 lbs).
Check the Nikon Z fc vs Sony A7R V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the Z fc versus the A7R V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z fc and A7R V is 79 and 60 respectively.

Nikon Z fc vs Sony A7R V Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specifications. The picture underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z fc and A7R V.
Plainly, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Z fc because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony A7R V will render extra detail utilizing its extra 40MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged Z fc will be behind in sensor tech.

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Nikon Z fc vs Sony A7R V Specifications
Nikon Z fc | Sony Alpha A7R V | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Z fc | Sony Alpha A7R V |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2021-06-28 | 2022-10-26 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixels | 61 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 9504 x 6336 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 32000 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | 102800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 209 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon Z | Sony E |
Total lenses | 21 | 187 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3.20 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 2,360 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 9,440 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | 0.9x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync. |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 7680x4320 ( 25p, 23.98) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 7680x4320 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445 gr (0.98 lbs) | 723 gr (1.59 lbs) |
Dimensions | 135 x 94 x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") | 131 x 97 x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | 600 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL25 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Card slots | One | Two |
Launch cost | $949 | $3,900 |