Nikon Z5 vs Sony A900
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Nikon Z5 vs Sony A900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Announced July 2020
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 895g - 156 x 117 x 82mm
- Launched October 2008
- New Model is Sony A99
Nikon Z5 vs Sony A900 Overview
Here is a extended review of the Nikon Z5 versus Sony A900, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the A900 (25MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (Full frame).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Z5 was unveiled 11 years later than the A900 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A900 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Z5 matches up versus the A900 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon Z5 vs Sony A900 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z5 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A900. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z5 Gallery & Sony A900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Sony A900
Z5 | A900 | |||
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Launched | July 2020 | October 2008 | Fresher by 143 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 922k | Clearer screen (+118k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A900 over the Nikon Z5
A900 | Z5 |
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Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Sony A900
Z5 | A900 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon Z5 vs Sony A900 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon Z5 enjoys external measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Sony A900 has specifications of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") and a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon Z5 versus Sony A900 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Z5 versus the A900.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Z5 and A900 is 62 and 54 respectively.
Nikon Z5 vs Sony A900 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Z5 and A900.
Plainly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Sony A900 to give extra detail having an extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Z5 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon Z5 vs Sony A900 Specifications
Nikon Z5 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Z5 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2020-07-20 | 2008-10-22 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 6 | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 25MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 6048 x 4032 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 15 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Xtra Fine color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.5 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 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 | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
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 | - |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 675g (1.49 lb) | 895g (1.97 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 156 x 117 x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1431 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 shots | 880 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15c | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, UDMA Mode 5, Supports FAT12 / FAT16 / FAT32 |
Card slots | Two | Two |
Pricing at launch | $1,399 | $2,736 |