Nikon Z30 vs Sony A7S

In this article, we are reviewing the Nikon Z30 versus Sony A7S, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the Z30 (21MP) and A7S (12MP) and the Z30 (APS-C) and A7S (Full frame) possess different sensor measurements.

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The Z30 was manufactured 8 years later than the A7S and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Z30 matches up versus the A7S with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z30 and Sony Alpha A7S. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon Z30 Gallery and Sony A7S Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z30 comes with external measurements of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Sony A7S has measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).

Look at the Nikon Z30 versus Sony A7S in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the Z30 compared to the A7S.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z30 and A7S is 79 and 77 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing specifications. The graphic below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Z30 and A7S.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Z30 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Nikon Z30 will show greater detail due to its extra 9MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The younger Z30 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.