Nikon Z6 II vs Sony TX66
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Nikon Z6 II vs Sony TX66 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push 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
- Introduced October 2020
- Old Model is Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Launched February 2012
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Here is a in depth review of the Nikon Z6 II versus Sony TX66, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and TX66 (18MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and TX66 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor size.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Z6 II was launched 8 years later than the TX66 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX66 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Z6 II grades vs the TX66 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z6 Mark II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon Z6 II Gallery and Sony TX66 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Sony TX66
| Z6 II | TX66 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | October 2020 | February 2012 | Fresher by 106 months | |
| Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
| Display resolution | 2100k | 1230k | Clearer display (+870k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TX66 over the Nikon Z6 II
| TX66 | Z6 II | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size | 3.3" | 3.2" | Larger display (+0.1") |
Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Sony TX66
| Z6 II | TX66 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
| Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
| Touch display | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony TX66 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z6 II comes with outer measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Sony TX66 has dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") accompanied by a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Z6 II compared to the TX66.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z6 II and TX66 is 61 and 97 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony TX66 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The visual below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Z6 II and TX66.
As you can tell, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z6 II because of its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon Z6 II will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent Z6 II will have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Nikon Z6 II vs Sony TX66 Specifications
| Nikon Z6 Mark II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Sony |
| Model | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 |
| Category | Pro Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
| Introduced | 2020-10-14 | 2012-02-28 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 25MP | 18MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Highest native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Min boosted ISO | 50 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 273 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | - | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | - | f/3.5-4.8 |
| Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
| Available lenses | 15 | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3.3 inches |
| Display resolution | 2,100k dots | 1,230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display tech | - | XtraFine TruBlack OLED display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 14.0fps | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | 3.10 m |
| Flash settings | 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, Slow Sync, Rear Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | 1/200s | - |
| 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 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 705 gr (1.55 pounds) | 109 gr (0.24 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 410 images | 250 images |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | CFexpress Type B / XQD | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
| Card slots | Dual | Single |
| Retail cost | $1,997 | $350 |