Nikon Z50 vs Sony A700
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Nikon Z50 vs Sony A700 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 - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 768g - 142 x 105 x 80mm
- Launched December 2007
- Old Model is Konica Minolta 7D
- Replacement is Sony A77
Nikon Z50 vs Sony A700 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Nikon Z50 versus Sony A700, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Nikon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and A700 (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Z50 was released 11 years after the A700 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A700 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Z50 grades vs the A700 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon Z50 vs Sony A700 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z50 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A700. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon Z50 Gallery and Sony A700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z50 over the Sony A700
Z50 | A700 | |||
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Launched | October 2019 | December 2007 | More modern by 144 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimension | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 920k | Sharper screen (+120k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A700 over the Nikon Z50
A700 | Z50 |
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Common features in the Nikon Z50 and Sony A700
Z50 | A700 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focusing |
Nikon Z50 vs Sony A700 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon Z50 features external dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") having a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Sony A700 has sizing of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") and a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs).
Check the Nikon Z50 versus Sony A700 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Z50 vs the A700.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z50 and A700 is 74 and 58 respectively.
Nikon Z50 vs Sony A700 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The picture underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z50 and A700.
All in all, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon Z50 to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The fresher Z50 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon Z50 vs Sony A700 Specifications
Nikon Z50 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Z50 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2019-10-10 | 2007-12-19 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 4272 x 2848 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 209 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 15 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, rear curtain, Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 397 gr (0.88 pounds) | 768 gr (1.69 pounds) |
Dimensions | 127 x 94 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") | 142 x 105 x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 581 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 images | - |
Style of battery | Built-in | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL25 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | Dual |
Pricing at release | $857 | $1,000 |