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Nikon Z6 II vs Sony NEX-7

Portability
61 Imaging
76 Features
89 Overall
81
Nikon Z6 Mark II front
 
Sony Alpha NEX-7 front
Portability
84 Imaging
63 Features
71 Overall
66

Nikon Z6 II vs Sony NEX-7 Key Specs

Nikon Z6 II
(Full Review)
  • 25MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise 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
  • Introduced October 2020
  • Previous Model is Nikon Z6
Sony NEX-7
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 16000
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 400g - 120 x 67 x 43mm
  • Announced December 2011
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Nikon Z6 II vs Sony NEX-7 Overview

On this page, we are matching up the Nikon Z6 II vs Sony NEX-7, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the Z6 II (25MP) and the NEX-7 (24MP) is fairly close but the Z6 II (Full frame) and NEX-7 (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

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The Z6 II was introduced 8 years later than the NEX-7 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Z6 II scores against the NEX-7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Sony NEX-7

		

		

			
 Z6 II NEX-7 
AnnouncedOctober 2020December 2011More recent by 108 months
Display dimensions3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2100k921kSharper display (+1179k dot)
Touch display  Easily navigate
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-7 over the Nikon Z6 II

		

		

			
 NEX-7 Z6 II 
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Sony NEX-7

		

		

			
 Z6 II NEX-7 
Focus manually  Very precise focus
Display typeTiltingTiltingTilting display
Selfie screen  Neither offers selfie screen
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony NEX-7 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon Z6 II offers outer measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Sony NEX-7 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon Z6 II vs Sony NEX-7 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Z6 II against the NEX-7.
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony NEX-7 size comparison
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z6 II and NEX-7 is 61 and 84 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony NEX-7 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony NEX-7 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
Quite often, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Z6 II and NEX-7.
As you have seen, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Z6 II using its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Nikon Z6 II will result in extra detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher Z6 II is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
	
			Nikon Z6 II vs Sony NEX-7 sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony NEX-7 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Nikon Z6 II vs Sony NEX-7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
Nikon Z6 II Portrait photography features
Sony NEX-7 Portrait photography features
85
 you can focus manually
 megapixel count high (25MP)
 big sensor size (Full frame)
 provides face detect autofocus
 exports RAW files
77
 manual focus
 decent MP (24MP)
 sensor size is decent (APS-C)
 offers face detection focus
 supports RAW files
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Street Comparison
Street photography with Nikon Z6 II
Street photography with Sony NEX-7
78
 screen tilts
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 big sensor size (Full frame)
 exports RAW files
 offers focus via touch
 environment proofing
 above average ISO range (51,200)
76
 screen tilts
 sensor size is decent (APS-C)
 supports RAW files
 no image stabilization
Photography Glossary
Sports Comparison
 Nikon Z6 II as a Sports photography camera
 Sony NEX-7 as a Sports photography camera
81
 high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 megapixel count high (25MP)
 big sensor size (Full frame)
 provides tracking focus
 environment proofing
 sensor has phase detect autofocus
 low battery power (410 per charge)
61
 decent MP (24 megapixels)
 sensor size is decent (APS-C)
 better than average battery pack (430 shots)
 no image stabilization
 lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison
Travel photography with Nikon Z6 II
Travel photography with Sony NEX-7
66
 environment proofing
 connects via bluetooth
 offers focus via touch
 megapixel count high (25 megapixels)
 low battery power (410 CIPA)
 display isn't selfie friendly
70
 better than average battery pack (430 CIPA)
 decent MP (24 megapixels)
 flash built-in
 missing Timelapse recording
 does not offer selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison
Landscape photography with Nikon Z6 II
Landscape photography with Sony NEX-7
81
 you can focus manually
 switch lenses (Nikon Z mount)
 screen size is good (3.2 inches)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 megapixel count high (25 megapixels)
 big sensor size (Full frame)
 above average ISO range (51,200)
 exports RAW files
 environment proofing
 two card slots
 low battery power (410 per charge)
72
 manual focus
 swap lenses (Sony E mount)
 screen size is decent (3 inches)
 decent MP (24 megapixels)
 sensor size is decent (APS-C)
 supports RAW files
 better than average battery pack (430 per charge)
 no image stabilization
 missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison
Vlogging with Nikon Z6 II
Vlogging with Sony NEX-7
36
 touchscreen functionality
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 provides face detect autofocus
 high res video (3840 x 2160 resolution)
 includes mic socket
 display isn't selfie friendly
35
 offers face detection focus
 high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
 does have external microphone socket
 does not offer selfie friendly screen
 no image stabilization
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Nikon Z6 II vs Sony NEX-7 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon Z6 II and Sony NEX-7
 Nikon Z6 Mark IISony Alpha NEX-7
General Information
Brand Nikon Sony
Model Nikon Z6 Mark II Sony Alpha NEX-7
Class Pro Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Introduced 2020-10-14 2011-12-13
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by - Bionz
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame APS-C
Sensor measurements 35.9 x 23.9mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 858.0mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 25MP 24MP
Anti aliasing filter    
Aspect ratio 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and  16:9 3:2 and  16:9
Max resolution 6048 x 4024 6000 x 4000
Max native ISO 51200 16000
Max enhanced ISO 204800 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures    
Min enhanced ISO 50 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus    
Autofocus touch    
Autofocus continuous    
Autofocus single    
Autofocus tracking    
Autofocus selectice    
Center weighted autofocus    
Multi area autofocus    
Live view autofocus    
Face detection focus    
Contract detection focus    
Phase detection focus    
Number of focus points 273 25
Lens
Lens mount Nikon Z Sony E
Number of lenses 15 121
Crop factor 1 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Tilting Tilting
Screen size 3.2 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 2,100k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch operation    
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,690k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.8x 0.73x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 14.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manually set exposure    
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance    
Image stabilization    
Inbuilt flash    
Flash range no built-in flash 6.00 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, Fill-in, Wireless
Hot shoe    
Auto exposure bracketing    
WB bracketing    
Max flash synchronize 1/200 seconds 1/160 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure    
Average exposure    
Spot exposure    
Partial exposure    
AF area exposure    
Center weighted exposure    
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 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone port    
Headphone port    
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth    
NFC    
HDMI    
USB Yes USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing    
Water proof    
Dust proof    
Shock proof    
Crush proof    
Freeze proof    
Weight 705 grams (1.55 lb) 400 grams (0.88 lb)
Physical dimensions 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") 120 x 67 x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 81
DXO Color Depth score not tested 24.1
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 13.4
DXO Low light score not tested 1016
Other
Battery life 410 photos 430 photos
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - NPFW50
Self timer Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 or 5 images))
Time lapse feature    
Type of storage CFexpress Type B / XQD SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Card slots Dual 1
Pricing at release $1,997 $699