Nikon Z6 vs Nikon Z7
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Nikon Z6 vs Nikon Z7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 68mm
- Revealed August 2018
- Successor is Nikon Z6 II
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 68mm
- Announced August 2018
- Replacement is Nikon Z7 II
Nikon Z6 vs Nikon Z7 Overview
The following is a in depth analysis of the Nikon Z6 and Nikon Z7, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and they are both produced by Nikon. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the Z6 (25MP) and Z7 (46MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (Full frame).
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Z6 was brought out about the same time to the Z7 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Z6 scores versus the Z7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon Z6 vs Nikon Z7 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z6 and Nikon Z7. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon Z6 Gallery and Nikon Z7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 over the Nikon Z7
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Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 over the Nikon Z6
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Common features in the Nikon Z6 and Nikon Z7
Z6 | Z7 | |||
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Announced | August 2018 | August 2018 | Similar generation | |
Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimension | 3.2" | 3.2" | Identical screen size | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 2100k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z6 vs Nikon Z7 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon Z6 has external measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") along with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Nikon Z7 has specifications of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") and a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).
Examine the Nikon Z6 and Nikon Z7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the Z6 versus the Z7.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 and Z7 is 62 and 62 respectively.
Nikon Z6 vs Nikon Z7 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions only by going over technical specs. The pic below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Z6 and Z7.
As you can tell, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon Z7 to deliver extra detail having its extra 21 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively.
Nikon Z6 vs Nikon Z7 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z6 vs Nikon Z7 Specifications
Nikon Z6 | Nikon Z7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Z6 | Nikon Z7 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2018-08-23 | 2018-08-23 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 6 | Expeed 6 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 35.9 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 858.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25 megapixels | 46 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 8256 x 5504 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | 32 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 493 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
Total lenses | 15 | 15 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3.2 inch |
Display resolution | 2,100k dots | 2,100k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | 3,690k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.8x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/200s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 675 gr (1.49 pounds) | 675 gr (1.49 pounds) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") | 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 95 | 99 |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.3 | 26.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.3 | 14.6 |
DXO Low light score | 3299 | 2668 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photographs | 330 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | XQD card | XQD card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $1,997 | $2,797 |