Nikon Z5 vs Sony A7 IV

Here, we will be analyzing the Nikon Z5 and Sony A7 IV, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and A7 IV (33MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (Full frame).

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The Z5 was brought out 15 months prior to the A7 IV which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the Z5 matches up versus the A7 IV in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z5 & Sony Alpha A7 IV. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon Z5 Gallery & Sony A7 IV Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you should think about its weight and volume. The Nikon Z5 features external dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Sony A7 IV has sizing of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Z5 and the A7 IV.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and A7 IV is 62 and 61 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The visual underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Z5 and A7 IV.

Plainly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony A7 IV to provide greater detail having its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older Z5 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.