Nikon Z6 vs Sony A7 III
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Nikon Z6 vs Sony A7 III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand 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
- Released August 2018
- Later Model is Nikon Z6 II
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 650g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
- Released February 2018
- Older Model is Sony A7 II
- Successor is Sony A7 IV
Nikon Z6 vs Sony A7 III Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Nikon Z6 vs Sony A7 III, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the Z6 (25MP) and the A7 III (24MP) is very well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizes (Full frame).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Z6 was announced 6 months later than the A7 III so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Z6 scores vs the A7 III in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon Z6 vs Sony A7 III Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z6 & Sony Alpha A7 III. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z6 Gallery & Sony A7 III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 over the Sony A7 III
Z6 | A7 III | |||
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Display dimension | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 922k | Clearer display (+1178k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A7 III over the Nikon Z6
A7 III | Z6 |
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Common features in the Nikon Z6 and Sony A7 III
Z6 | A7 III | |||
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Released | August 2018 | February 2018 | Similar age | |
Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z6 vs Sony A7 III Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z6 has got outside dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Sony A7 III has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon Z6 vs Sony A7 III in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Z6 versus the A7 III.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Z6 and A7 III is 62 and 63 respectively.
Nikon Z6 vs Sony A7 III Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z6 and A7 III.
Clearly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can expect to see the Nikon Z6 to give greater detail with its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively.
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Nikon Z6 vs Sony A7 III Specifications
Nikon Z6 | Sony Alpha A7 III | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Z6 | Sony Alpha A7 III |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2018-08-23 | 2018-02-27 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 6 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 204800 | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 273 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | Sony E |
Available lenses | 15 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 2,100 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 12.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 675g (1.49 lbs) | 650g (1.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") | 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 95 | 96 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 25.3 | 25.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.3 | 14.7 |
DXO Low light rating | 3299 | 3730 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 images | 610 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | XQD card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Two |
Pricing at launch | $1,997 | $1,998 |