Nikon Z50 vs Sony A7S II
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Nikon Z50 vs Sony A7S II Key Specs
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- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 397g - 127 x 94 x 60mm
- Launched October 2019
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- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Raise to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 627g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
- Released October 2015
- Superseded the Sony A7S
- Newer Model is Sony A7S III
Nikon Z50 vs Sony A7S II Overview
Below, we are looking at the Nikon Z50 and Sony A7S II, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and A7S II (12MP) and the Z50 (APS-C) and A7S II (Full frame) possess totally different sensor dimensions.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Z50 was introduced 4 years after the A7S II which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the Z50 grades against the A7S II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon Z50 vs Sony A7S II Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z50 and Sony Alpha A7S II. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z50 Gallery and Sony A7S II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z50 over the Sony A7S II
Z50 | A7S II | |||
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Released | October 2019 | October 2015 | Newer by 49 months | |
Display dimension | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7S II over the Nikon Z50
A7S II | Z50 | |||
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Display resolution | 1229k | 1040k | Sharper display (+189k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon Z50 and Sony A7S II
Z50 | A7S II | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display |
Nikon Z50 vs Sony A7S II Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z50 features external measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") along with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Sony A7S II has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).
Examine the Nikon Z50 and Sony A7S II in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Z50 against the A7S II.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Z50 and A7S II is 74 and 68 respectively.
Nikon Z50 vs Sony A7S II Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The image underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Z50 and A7S II.
Clearly, both of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Z50 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Nikon Z50 will offer extra detail using its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The newer Z50 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon Z50 vs Sony A7S II Specifications
Nikon Z50 | Sony Alpha A7S II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Z50 | Sony Alpha A7S II |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2019-10-10 | 2015-10-12 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 6 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 4240 x 2832 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 102400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | 409600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 209 | 169 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 15 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | - | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 4K (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p [60-100Mbps]), Full HD (1920 x 1080 @ 120p/60p/60i/30p/24p [50-100Mbps]), 720p (30p [16Mbps]) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 397g (0.88 lb) | 627g (1.38 lb) |
Dimensions | 127 x 94 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") | 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 85 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2993 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 pictures | 370 pictures |
Battery style | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL25 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $857 | $2,767 |