Nikon Z5 vs Sony RX100 II
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Nikon Z5 vs Sony RX100 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
- Announced July 2020
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 281g - 102 x 58 x 38mm
- Revealed June 2013
- Superseded the Sony RX100
- Successor is Sony RX100 III
Nikon Z5 vs Sony RX100 II Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon Z5 and Sony RX100 II, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the RX100 II (20MP) is relatively comparable but the Z5 (Full frame) and RX100 II (1") provide different sensor size.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Z5 was brought out 7 years later than the RX100 II and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Z5 scores against the RX100 II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon Z5 vs Sony RX100 II Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Sony RX100 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Sony RX100 II
Z5 | RX100 II | |||
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Revealed | July 2020 | June 2013 | More recent by 86 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 II over the Nikon Z5
RX100 II | Z5 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1229k | 1040k | Sharper screen (+189k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Sony RX100 II
Z5 | RX100 II | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon Z5 vs Sony RX100 II Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z5 has got outer dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Sony RX100 II has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") along with a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon Z5 and Sony RX100 II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Z5 vs the RX100 II.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and RX100 II is 62 and 89 respectively.
Nikon Z5 vs Sony RX100 II Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements purely by seeing specs. The graphic below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z5 and RX100 II.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z5 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z5 will produce greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The younger Z5 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
Nikon Z5 vs Sony RX100 II Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z5 vs Sony RX100 II Specifications
Nikon Z5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Z5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2020-07-20 | 2013-06-27 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 102400 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
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 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-100mm (3.6x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Available lenses | 15 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | Xtra Fine WhiteMagic TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.5 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 15.00 m (ISO Auto (W)) |
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, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200 seconds | 1/2000 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 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 675 grams (1.49 pounds) | 281 grams (0.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 102 x 58 x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 67 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 483 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 shots | 350 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15c | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec. / Self-portrait One-person/ Self-portrait Two-person/ Self timer Continuous (3 or 5 shots)) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Dual | 1 |
Launch price | $1,399 | $598 |