Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A330
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Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A330 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost 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
- Released October 2020
- Earlier Model is Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 529g - 128 x 97 x 71mm
- Introduced May 2009
- Previous Model is Sony A300
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A330 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A330, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and A330 (10MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and A330 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Z6 II was released 11 years after the A330 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Z6 II matches up vs the A330 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A330 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z6 Mark II & Sony Alpha DSLR-A330. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z6 II Gallery & Sony A330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Sony A330
Z6 II | A330 | |||
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Introduced | October 2020 | May 2009 | Newer by 139 months | |
Display dimension | 3.2" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 230k | Sharper display (+1870k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A330 over the Nikon Z6 II
A330 | Z6 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Sony A330
Z6 II | A330 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A330 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z6 II comes with outside 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 A330 has proportions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs).
See the Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A330 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Z6 II versus the A330.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z6 II and A330 is 61 and 67 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A330 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The pic here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z6 II and A330.
To sum up, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Z6 II featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z6 II will provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 15 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The younger Z6 II will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon Z6 II vs Sony A330 Specifications
Nikon Z6 Mark II | Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2020-10-14 | 2009-05-18 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 273 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon Z | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Amount of lenses | 15 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 2,100k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 14.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 10.00 m |
Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 | - |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 705g (1.55 pounds) | 529g (1.17 pounds) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 64 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 535 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 images | 230 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | CFexpress Type B / XQD | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | 2 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $1,997 | $545 |