Nikon Z6 II vs Sony W710

Below, we are analyzing the Nikon Z6 II and Sony W710, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Sony. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and W710 (16MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and W710 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor measurements.

Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

The Z6 II was manufactured 7 years later than the W710 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W710 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Z6 II scores vs the W710 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z6 Mark II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon Z6 II Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z6 II provides exterior dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Sony W710 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Compare the Nikon Z6 II and Sony W710 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Z6 II compared to the W710.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Z6 II and W710 is 61 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Z6 II and W710.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z6 II featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon Z6 II will provide extra detail due to its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more recent Z6 II is going to have an edge in sensor tech.