Nikon Z5 vs Sony A9 II
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Nikon Z5 vs Sony A9 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push 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
- Released July 2020
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 678g - 129 x 96 x 76mm
- Revealed October 2019
- Earlier Model is Sony A9
Nikon Z5 vs Sony A9 II Overview
Below, we are comparing the Nikon Z5 versus Sony A9 II, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the A9 II (24MP) is fairly well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizing (Full frame).
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe Z5 was launched 10 months later than the A9 II which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the Z5 scores versus the A9 II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon Z5 vs Sony A9 II Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z5 and Sony Alpha A9 Mark II. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Sony A9 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Sony A9 II
Z5 | A9 II | |||
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Revealed | July 2020 | October 2019 | More recent by 10 months | |
Display dimension | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sony A9 II over the Nikon Z5
A9 II | Z5 | |||
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Display resolution | 1440k | 1040k | Crisper display (+400k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Sony A9 II
Z5 | A9 II | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z5 vs Sony A9 II Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z5 comes with outer dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Sony A9 II has dimensions of 129mm x 96mm x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") and a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).
Check the Nikon Z5 versus Sony A9 II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the Z5 compared to the A9 II.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and A9 II is 62 and 62 respectively.
Nikon Z5 vs Sony A9 II Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at specifications. The photograph here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Z5 and A9 II.
To sum up, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures though you might want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The younger Z5 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.
Nikon Z5 vs Sony A9 II Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z5 vs Sony A9 II Specifications
Nikon Z5 | Sony Alpha A9 Mark II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Z5 | Sony Alpha A9 Mark II |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2020-07-20 | 2019-10-03 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 6 | BIONZ X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | Sony E |
Available lenses | 15 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,440 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | 3,686 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Highest silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.5 frames per second | 20.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | 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 |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 675 gr (1.49 pounds) | 678 gr (1.49 pounds) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 129 x 96 x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 shots | 690 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15c | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs + continuous, 3 or 5 frames) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) |
Card slots | Two | Two |
Pricing at launch | $1,399 | $4,498 |