Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7R III
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Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7R III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Revealed October 2020
- Replaced the Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
- 42MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Push to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 657g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
- Launched October 2017
- Previous Model is Sony A7R II
- Updated by Sony A7R IV

Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7R III Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Nikon Z6 II versus Sony A7R III, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and A7R III (42MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (Full frame).

The Z6 II was unveiled 3 years after the A7R III which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the Z6 II matches up vs the A7R III in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7R III Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z6 Mark II and Sony Alpha A7R III. The full galleries are provided at Nikon Z6 II Gallery and Sony A7R III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Sony A7R III
Z6 II | A7R III | |||
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Launched | October 2020 | ![]() | October 2017 | Newer by 37 months |
Screen dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1440k | Sharper screen (+660k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A7R III over the Nikon Z6 II
A7R III | Z6 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Sony A7R III
Z6 II | A7R III | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7R III Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z6 II features outside dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Sony A7R III has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon Z6 II versus Sony A7R III in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the Z6 II versus the A7R III.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 II and A7R III is 61 and 63 respectively.

Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7R III Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading a spec sheet. The picture here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Z6 II and A7R III.
As you can see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony A7R III to offer you more detail having an extra 17MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher Z6 II should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

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Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7R III Specifications
Nikon Z6 Mark II | Sony Alpha A7R III | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Sony Alpha A7R III |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2020-10-14 | 2017-10-25 |
Physical type | 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 measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25 megapixels | 42 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 7952 x 5304 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 32000 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 204800 | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | Sony E |
Total lenses | 15 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 2,100 thousand dots | 1,440 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | 3,686 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 14.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in 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 | Off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 3.1 Gen 1(5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 705 grams (1.55 pounds) | 657 grams (1.45 pounds) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 100 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 26.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 14.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 3523 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 pictures | 650 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | CFexpress Type B / XQD | Two SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II support on one) |
Card slots | Two | Two |
Pricing at launch | $1,997 | $2,800 |