Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7S II
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Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7S II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase 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
- Older Model is Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Increase 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
- Earlier Model is Sony A7S
- Refreshed by Sony A7S III
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7S II Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Nikon Z6 II versus Sony A7S II, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and A7S II (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (Full frame).
Photography GlossaryThe Z6 II was revealed 5 years later than the A7S II and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Z6 II grades versus the A7S II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7S II Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z6 Mark II and Sony Alpha A7S II. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z6 II Gallery and Sony A7S II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Sony A7S II
Z6 II | A7S II | |||
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Released | October 2020 | October 2015 | More recent by 61 months | |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 1229k | Sharper display (+871k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7S II over the Nikon Z6 II
A7S II | Z6 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Sony A7S II
Z6 II | A7S II | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7S II Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon Z6 II features external dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Sony A7S II has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).
See the Nikon Z6 II versus Sony A7S II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the Z6 II versus the A7S II.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 II and A7S II is 61 and 68 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7S II Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z6 II and A7S II.
As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon Z6 II to give you extra detail because of its extra 13 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern Z6 II provides an advantage in sensor tech.
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Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A7S II Specifications
Nikon Z6 Mark II | Sony Alpha A7S II | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Sony Alpha A7S II |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2020-10-14 | 2015-10-12 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 4240 x 2832 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 102400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | 409600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 273 | 169 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | Sony E |
Available lenses | 15 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 2,100 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dot | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 14.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | 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 | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/200 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 | 4K (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p [60-100Mbps]), Full HD (1920 x 1080 @ 120p/60p/60i/30p/24p [50-100Mbps]), 720p (30p [16Mbps]) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 705g (1.55 lbs) | 627g (1.38 lbs) |
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 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 | 410 shots | 370 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | CFexpress Type B / XQD | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 2 | 1 |
Launch price | $1,997 | $2,767 |