Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7 IV
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Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7 IV Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Announced October 2020
- Earlier Model is Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
- 33MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 699g - 129 x 97 x 81mm
- Introduced October 2021
- Replaced the Sony A7 III
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7 IV Overview
Lets look a bit more closely at the Nikon Z6 II versus Sony A7 IV, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and A7 IV (33MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (Full frame).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Z6 II was released 12 months prior to the A7 IV and they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Z6 II grades against the A7 IV in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7 IV Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z6 Mark II & Sony Alpha A7 IV. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z6 II Gallery & Sony A7 IV Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Sony A7 IV
Z6 II | A7 IV | |||
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Screen size | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 1440k | Sharper screen (+660k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A7 IV over the Nikon Z6 II
A7 IV | Z6 II | |||
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Introduced | October 2021 | October 2020 | More modern by 12 months | |
Screen type | Fully articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Sony A7 IV
Z6 II | A7 IV | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7 IV Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z6 II has exterior measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Sony A7 IV has measurements of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).
Compare the Nikon Z6 II versus Sony A7 IV in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Z6 II compared to the A7 IV.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 II and A7 IV is 61 and 61 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7 IV Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through specs. The picture underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Z6 II and A7 IV.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony A7 IV to give greater detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged Z6 II is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7 IV Specifications
Nikon Z6 Mark II | Sony Alpha A7 IV | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Sony Alpha A7 IV |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2020-10-14 | 2021-10-21 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25MP | 33MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 7008 x 4672 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 204800 | 204800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 273 | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon Z | Sony E |
Total lenses | 15 | 172 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 2,100k dots | 1,440k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | 3,690k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 14.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 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 | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 56 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 56 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3843840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 600 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 500 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 300 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 250 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 240 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | Yes (USB PD supported) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 705 gr (1.55 lbs) | 699 gr (1.54 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 129 x 97 x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 shots | 600 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | CFexpress Type B / XQD | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Card slots | Two | Two |
Launch cost | $1,997 | $2,500 |