Nikon Z5 vs Sony A7R V
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Nikon Z5 vs Sony A7R V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Announced July 2020
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.20" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Bump to 102800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Sony E Mount
- 723g - 131 x 97 x 82mm
- Announced October 2022
- Replaced the Sony A7R IV
Nikon Z5 vs Sony A7R V Overview
The following is a detailed analysis of the Nikon Z5 vs Sony A7R V, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and A7R V (61MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (Full frame).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Z5 was introduced 3 years before the A7R V which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Z5 grades versus the A7R V for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon Z5 vs Sony A7R V Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z5 and Sony Alpha A7R V. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Sony A7R V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Sony A7R V
Z5 | A7R V |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7R V over the Nikon Z5
A7R V | Z5 | |||
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Announced | October 2022 | July 2020 | Newer by 27 months | |
Display type | Fully articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 2360k | 1040k | Crisper display (+1320k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Sony A7R V
Z5 | A7R V | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3.2" | 3.20" | Equal display measurements | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z5 vs Sony A7R V Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z5 provides outside measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Sony A7R V has measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") along with a weight of 723 grams (1.59 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon Z5 vs Sony A7R V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Z5 vs the A7R V.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z5 and A7R V is 62 and 60 respectively.
Nikon Z5 vs Sony A7R V Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The picture here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Z5 and A7R V.
Plainly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony A7R V to deliver greater detail using its extra 37 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged Z5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Nikon Z5 vs Sony A7R V Specifications
Nikon Z5 | Sony Alpha A7R V | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Z5 | Sony Alpha A7R V |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2020-07-20 | 2022-10-26 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 61 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 9504 x 6336 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 32000 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 102400 | 102800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 273 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | Sony E |
Total lenses | 15 | 187 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Display size | 3.2 inches | 3.20 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 2,360 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dot | 9,440 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.9x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.5fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync. |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/200s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 7680x4320 ( 25p, 23.98) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 7680x4320 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 675 grams (1.49 lbs) | 723 grams (1.59 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 131 x 97 x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 pictures | 600 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL15c | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Storage slots | Dual | Dual |
Pricing at release | $1,399 | $3,900 |