Nikon Z5 vs Sony A6100
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Nikon Z5 vs Sony A6100 Key Specs
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- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- 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
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Push to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 396g - 120 x 67 x 59mm
- Announced August 2019
Nikon Z5 vs Sony A6100 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Nikon Z5 versus Sony A6100, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the A6100 (24MP) is relatively similar but the Z5 (Full frame) and A6100 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe Z5 was revealed 11 months after the A6100 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A6100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Z5 scores against the A6100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon Z5 vs Sony A6100 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z5 & Sony Alpha a6100. The full galleries are available at Nikon Z5 Gallery & Sony A6100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Sony A6100
Z5 | A6100 | |||
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Announced | July 2020 | August 2019 | More modern by 11 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 922k | Crisper screen (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A6100 over the Nikon Z5
A6100 | Z5 | |||
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Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Sony A6100
Z5 | A6100 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z5 vs Sony A6100 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon Z5 provides outer dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Sony A6100 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon Z5 versus Sony A6100 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the Z5 compared to the A6100.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and A6100 is 62 and 81 respectively.
Nikon Z5 vs Sony A6100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specs. The picture below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z5 and A6100.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide the same megapixels albeit different sensor sizes. The Z5 uses the bigger sensor which will make achieving bokeh less difficult. The more modern Z5 provides an edge in sensor tech.
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Nikon Z5 vs Sony A6100 Specifications
Nikon Z5 | Sony Alpha a6100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Z5 | Sony Alpha a6100 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2020-07-20 | 2019-08-28 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 6 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 32000 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 102400 | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | Sony E |
Available lenses | 15 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.5fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
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, auto, fill flash, slow sync, rear sync, wireless, hi-speed |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum 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 |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 675 gr (1.49 pounds) | 396 gr (0.87 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 120 x 67 x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") |
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 photographs | 420 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15c | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | Dual | Single |
Cost at launch | $1,399 | $748 |