Nikon Z fc vs Sony A7S

Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon Z fc and Sony A7S, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Z fc (21MP) and A7S (12MP) and the Z fc (APS-C) and A7S (Full frame) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Z fc was brought out 7 years later than the A7S and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Z fc grades against the A7S when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z fc & Sony Alpha A7S. The entire galleries are available at Nikon Z fc Gallery & Sony A7S Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon Z fc features physical measurements of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Sony A7S has sizing of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") along with a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).

Compare the Nikon Z fc and Sony A7S in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Z fc against the A7S.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z fc and A7S is 79 and 77 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Z fc and A7S.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Z fc due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Nikon Z fc will deliver greater detail having its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer Z fc will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.