Nikon Z6 vs Sony A7S
Portability
62 Imaging
75 Features
88 Overall
80
62 Imaging
75 Features
88 Overall
80
Portability
77 Imaging
60 Features
73 Overall
65
77 Imaging
60 Features
73 Overall
65
Nikon Z6 vs Sony A7S Key Specs
Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost 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
- Revealed August 2018
- Replacement is Nikon Z6 II
Sony A7S
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 409600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 489g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Launched April 2014
- Successor is Sony A7S II
Photography Glossary Nikon Z6 vs Sony A7S Overview
Following is a complete analysis of the Nikon Z6 and Sony A7S, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z6 (25MP) and A7S (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (Full frame).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Z6 was revealed 4 years after the A7S which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Z6 scores vs the A7S in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 over the Sony A7S
| Z6 | A7S | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | August 2018 |  | April 2014 | More modern by 54 months |
| Screen dimension | 3.2" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
| Screen resolution | 2100k |  | 1230k | Crisper screen (+870k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7S over the Nikon Z6
| A7S | Z6 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon Z6 and Sony A7S
| Z6 | A7S | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very accurate focus | ||
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Tilting | Tilting screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon Z6 vs Sony A7S Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon Z6 has physical dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") along with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Sony A7S has specifications of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).
Compare the Nikon Z6 and Sony A7S in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Z6 against the A7S.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 and A7S is 62 and 77 respectively.
Nikon Z6 vs Sony A7S Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by checking specifications. The pic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z6 and A7S.
To sum up, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon Z6 to give you extra detail because of its extra 13MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The younger Z6 should have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Sony A7S Portrait photography advice
focusing manually
resolution is fantastic (25MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
comes with face detect focus
saves RAW files
has manual focus
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports face detection autofocus
supports RAW formats
MP count low (12MP)
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screen tilts
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW files
includes focus via touch
weather sealing
good high ISO (51,200)
has a tilting screen
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
weather proof
lighter than competitors in class (489 grams)
very good ISO range (409,600)
lack of image stabilization
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high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is fantastic (25 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
comes with tracking focus
weather sealing
has phase detect auto focus
terrible battery (330 CIPA)
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000 seconds)
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports tracking autofocus
weather proof
low fps (5.0 fps)
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
not so great battery pack (360 shots)
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Nikon Z6 Travel photography features
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weather sealing
has bluetooth
includes focus via touch
resolution is fantastic (25 megapixels)
terrible battery (330 shots)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
lighter than competitors in class (489 grams)
weather proof
not so great battery pack (360 CIPA)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Nikon Z6 Landscape photography highlights
Sony A7S Landscape photography highlights
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Nikon Z mount)
screen is a good size (3.2 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is fantastic (25 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
good high ISO (51,200)
saves RAW files
weather sealing
terrible battery (330 shots)
has manual focus
swap lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is good (3")
large sensor size (Full frame)
very good ISO range (409,600)
supports RAW formats
weather proof
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
not so great battery pack (360 shots)
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touchscreen enabled
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
comes with face detect focus
high video quality (3840 x 2160 resolution)
has mic jack
doesn't have selfie friendly display
supports face detection autofocus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
has external microphone port
lighter than competitors in class (489g)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
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Nikon Z6 vs Sony A7S Specifications
| Nikon Z6 | Sony Alpha A7S | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Sony |
| Model type | Nikon Z6 | Sony Alpha A7S |
| Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2018-08-23 | 2014-04-06 |
| Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Expeed 6 | Bionz X |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
| Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
| Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 855.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 25 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 4240 x 2832 |
| Max native ISO | 51200 | 409600 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 273 | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Nikon Z | Sony E |
| Amount of lenses | 15 | 121 |
| Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
| Screen size | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 2,100 thousand dot | 1,230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dot | 2,359 thousand dot |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.71x |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 12.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 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 | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | 1/200 secs | - |
| 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 | 3840 x 2160, XAVC S 1080 60p(50Mbps), 30p (50Mbps), 24p (50Mbps). 720 120p (50Mbps). AVCHD 60p (28Mbps), 60i (24Mbps/17Mbps), 24p (24Mbps/17Mbps) |
| Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 675g (1.49 lb) | 489g (1.08 lb) |
| 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 rating | 95 | 87 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 25.3 | 23.9 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.3 | 13.2 |
| DXO Low light rating | 3299 | 3702 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 330 shots | 360 shots |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | 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 media | XQD card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at release | $1,997 | $1,998 |
