Nikon Z6 vs Sony A7R
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Nikon Z6 vs Sony A7R Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 68mm
- Announced August 2018
- Successor is Nikon Z6 II
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 465g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Announced February 2014
- Renewed by Sony A7R II

Nikon Z6 vs Sony A7R Overview
Lets look a bit more closely at the Nikon Z6 and Sony A7R, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the Z6 (25MP) and A7R (36MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (Full frame).

The Z6 was launched 4 years later than the A7R and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Z6 scores versus the A7R in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon Z6 vs Sony A7R Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z6 and Sony Alpha A7R. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon Z6 Gallery and Sony A7R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 over the Sony A7R
Z6 | A7R | |||
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Announced | August 2018 | ![]() | February 2014 | Fresher by 56 months |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1230k | Sharper screen (+870k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7R over the Nikon Z6
A7R | Z6 |
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Common features in the Nikon Z6 and Sony A7R
Z6 | A7R | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Nikon Z6 vs Sony A7R Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon Z6 features external 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 A7R has sizing of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") along with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).
Check the Nikon Z6 and Sony A7R in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Z6 versus the A7R.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z6 and A7R is 62 and 78 respectively.

Nikon Z6 vs Sony A7R Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z6 and A7R.
Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony A7R to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The younger Z6 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon Z6 vs Sony A7R Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon Z6 vs Sony A7R Specifications
Nikon Z6 | Sony Alpha A7R | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Z6 | Sony Alpha A7R |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2018-08-23 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 6 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25 megapixels | 36 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 7360 x 4912 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | Sony E |
Total lenses | 15 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 2,100k dots | 1,230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt 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 | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 675g (1.49 lbs) | 465g (1.03 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 95 | 95 |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.3 | 25.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.3 | 14.1 |
DXO Low light score | 3299 | 2746 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | 340 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | XQD card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $1,997 | $1,898 |