Nikon Z6 II vs Sony HX200V

In this article, we will be evaluating the Nikon Z6 II and Sony HX200V, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and HX200V (18MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and HX200V (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The Z6 II was announced 8 years later than the HX200V and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Z6 II scores versus the HX200V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z6 Mark II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z6 II Gallery & Sony HX200V Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon Z6 II enjoys external 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) whilst the Sony HX200V has specifications of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon Z6 II and Sony HX200V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the Z6 II vs the HX200V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z6 II and HX200V is 61 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Z6 II and HX200V.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Z6 II using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Nikon Z6 II will render extra detail with its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher Z6 II should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.