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Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7R II

Portability
61
Imaging
77
Features
89
Overall
81
Nikon Z6 Mark II front
 
Sony Alpha A7R II front
Portability
68
Imaging
76
Features
84
Overall
79

Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7R II Key Specs

Nikon Z6 II
(Full Review)
  • 25MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise 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
  • Released October 2020
  • Old Model is Nikon Z6
Sony A7R II
(Full Review)
  • 42MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 625g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
  • Announced June 2015
  • Succeeded the Sony A7R
  • Renewed by Sony A7R III
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Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7R II Overview

In this article, we are comparing the Nikon Z6 II versus Sony A7R II, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and A7R II (42MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The Z6 II was announced 5 years after the A7R II which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the Z6 II scores versus the A7R II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Sony A7R II

 Z6 II A7R II 
AnnouncedOctober 2020June 2015Newer by 66 months
Display sizing3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2100k1229kClearer display (+871k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony A7R II over the Nikon Z6 II

 A7R II Z6 II 

Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Sony A7R II

 Z6 II A7R II 
Manual focus Very exact focus
Display typeTiltingTiltingTilting display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7R II Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon Z6 II comes with physical dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Sony A7R II has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Z6 II against the A7R II.

Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7R II size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Z6 II and A7R II is 61 and 68 respectively.

Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7R II top view buttons comparison

Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7R II Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The pic here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z6 II and A7R II.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony A7R II to show extra detail with its extra 17MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger Z6 II provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7R II sensor size comparison

Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7R II Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7R II Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon Z6 II Portrait photography details
Sony A7R II Portrait photography details
86
has manual focus
excellent resolution (25 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports face detect focusing
supports RAW formats
85
has manual focus
fantastic megapixels (42MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
has face detect focus
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon Z6 II as a Street photography camera
Sony A7R II as a Street photography camera
78
tilting screen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
provides focus by touch
weather sealing
great ISO range (51,200)
81
has a tilting screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW files
environment proof
very good high ISO (25,600)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon Z6 II Sports photography factors
Sony A7R II Sports photography factors
82
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
excellent resolution (25 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports tracking focus
weather sealing
comes with phase detect AF
bad battery pack (410 CIPA)
76
great max shutter speed (1/8,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
fantastic megapixels (42MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
has tracking focus
environment proof
sensor has phase detect auto focus
slow frames per second (5.0 fps)
bad battery (290 CIPA)
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Travel Comparison

Nikon Z6 II as a Travel photography camera
Sony A7R II as a Travel photography camera
66
weather sealing
has bluetooth
provides focus by touch
excellent resolution (25 megapixels)
bad battery pack (410 CIPA)
display is not selfie friendly
62
environment proof
fantastic megapixels (42MP)
bad battery (290 per charge)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon Z6 II Landscape photography advice
Sony A7R II Landscape photography advice
82
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Nikon Z mount)
nice screen size (3.2 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
excellent resolution (25 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
great ISO range (51,200)
supports RAW formats
weather sealing
2 card slots
bad battery pack (410 per charge)
82
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
fantastic megapixels (42MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
doesnt have anti aliasing filter
very good high ISO (25,600)
saves RAW files
environment proof
bad battery (290 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon Z6 II Vlogging info
Sony A7R II Vlogging info
36
screen is touchscreen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
supports face detect focusing
great video quality (3840 x 2160 resolution)
does have microphone support
display is not selfie friendly
37
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
has face detect focus
high res video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
includes mic port
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
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Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7R II Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon Z6 II and Sony A7R II
 Nikon Z6 Mark IISony Alpha A7R II
General Information
Brand Nikon Sony
Model Nikon Z6 Mark II Sony Alpha A7R II
Type Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Released 2020-10-14 2015-06-10
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Bionz X
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor dimensions 35.9 x 23.9mm 35.9 x 24mm
Sensor area 858.0mm² 861.6mm²
Sensor resolution 25MP 42MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 6048 x 4024 7974 x 5316
Max native ISO 51200 25600
Max boosted ISO 204800 102400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Min boosted ISO 50 50
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 273 399
Lens
Lens mounting type Nikon Z Sony E
Total lenses 15 121
Focal length multiplier 1 1
Screen
Display type Tilting Tilting
Display diagonal 3.2 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 2,100k dot 1,229k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,690k dot 2,359k dot
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.8x 0.78x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30s 30s
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000s 1/8000s
Continuous shooting speed 14.0 frames/s 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings 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
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash sync 1/200s -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
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 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Max video resolution 3840x2160 3840x2160
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 705 gr (1.55 pounds) 625 gr (1.38 pounds)
Dimensions 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 98
DXO Color Depth score not tested 26.0
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 13.9
DXO Low light score not tested 3434
Other
Battery life 410 photos 290 photos
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-FW50
Self timer Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures))
Time lapse feature With downloadable app
Type of storage CFexpress Type B / XQD SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots Two 1
Retail price $1,997 $2,913