Nikon Z6 II vs Sony a1

Here, we are comparing the Nikon Z6 II and Sony a1, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and a1 (50MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The Z6 II was introduced 3 months before the a1 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Z6 II matches up vs the a1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z6 Mark II and Sony Alpha a1. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z6 II Gallery and Sony a1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Nikon Z6 II has got 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) and the Sony a1 has specifications of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

Compare the Nikon Z6 II and Sony a1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the Z6 II and the a1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 II and a1 is 61 and 61 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading through specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Z6 II and a1.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony a1 to give you greater detail using its extra 25MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively.