Nikon Z30 vs Sony a1

Following is a extended review of the Nikon Z30 versus Sony a1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the Z30 (21MP) and a1 (50MP) and the Z30 (APS-C) and a1 (Full frame) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Z30 was revealed 18 months after the a1 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Z30 matches up versus the a1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z30 & Sony Alpha a1. The full galleries are provided at Nikon Z30 Gallery & Sony a1 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z30 enjoys physical dimensions of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Sony a1 has measurements of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the Z30 compared to the a1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Z30 and a1 is 79 and 61 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z30 and a1.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Z30 with its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Sony a1 will offer you extra detail because of its extra 29 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The more recent Z30 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.