Nikon Z30 vs Sony A7

Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon Z30 versus Sony A7, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Z30 (21MP) and the A7 (24MP) is pretty comparable but the Z30 (APS-C) and A7 (Full frame) have totally different sensor size.

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The Z30 was unveiled 8 years later than the A7 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the Z30 matches up against the A7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z30 and Sony Alpha A7. The full galleries are available at Nikon Z30 Gallery and Sony A7 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z30 has got exterior dimensions of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Sony A7 has proportions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon Z30 versus Sony A7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Z30 against the A7.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Z30 and A7 is 79 and 78 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing a spec sheet. The visual here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Z30 and A7.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Z30 with its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Sony A7 will show greater detail having an extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Z30 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.