Nikon Z5 vs Sony A7c
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![Nikon Z5 front Nikon Z5 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Z5/Nikon-Z5-front.jpg)
![Sony Alpha A7c front Sony Alpha A7c front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Alpha-A7c/Sony-A7c-front.jpg)
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Nikon Z5 vs Sony A7c Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase 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
- Introduced July 2020
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 509g - 124 x 71 x 60mm
- Announced September 2020
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Nikon Z5 vs Sony A7c Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Nikon Z5 vs Sony A7c, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the A7c (24MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor sizing (Full frame).
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The Z5 was released around the same time to the A7c which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7c being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Z5 matches up versus the A7c with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon Z5 vs Sony A7c Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z5 and Sony Alpha A7c. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Sony A7c Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Sony A7c
Z5 | A7c | |||
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Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 922k | Crisper display (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A7c over the Nikon Z5
A7c | Z5 | |||
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Display type | Fully articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Sony A7c
Z5 | A7c | |||
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Announced | July 2020 | ![]() | September 2020 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z5 vs Sony A7c Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z5 has got outside dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Sony A7c has measurements of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).
Examine the Nikon Z5 vs Sony A7c in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Z5 compared to the A7c.
![Nikon Z5 vs Sony A7c size comparison Nikon Z5 vs Sony A7c size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Z5-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7c-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z5 and A7c is 62 and 78 respectively.
![Nikon Z5 vs Sony A7c top view buttons comparison Nikon Z5 vs Sony A7c top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Z5-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7c-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon Z5 vs Sony A7c Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Z5 and A7c.
Clearly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you have to factor the production date of the products into consideration.
![Nikon Z5 vs Sony A7c sensor size comparison Nikon Z5 vs Sony A7c sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Z5-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7c-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon Z5 vs Sony A7c Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon Z5 vs Sony A7c Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon Z5 vs Sony A7c Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Z5-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7c-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon Z5 vs Sony A7c Specifications
Nikon Z5 | Sony Alpha A7c | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Z5 | Sony Alpha A7c |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2020-07-20 | 2020-09-14 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 102400 | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 273 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon Z | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 15 | 122 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Display size | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | 2,360k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Max quiet shutter speed | - | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.5fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/200s | - |
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 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 675 grams (1.49 pounds) | 509 grams (1.12 pounds) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 124 x 71 x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") |
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 photographs | 740 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL15c | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | 2 | One |
Cost at release | $1,399 | $1,800 |