Nikon Z7 II vs Nikon Z9
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Nikon Z7 II vs Nikon Z9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Released October 2020
- Previous Model is Nikon Z7
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Raise to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 1340g - 149 x 150 x 91mm
- Announced October 2021
Nikon Z7 II vs Nikon Z9 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Nikon Z7 II versus Nikon Z9, both Pro Mirrorless cameras and both of them are created by Nikon. The image resolution of the Z7 II (46MP) and the Z9 (46MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (Full frame).
Photography GlossaryThe Z7 II was brought out 12 months before the Z9 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Z7 II scores versus the Z9 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon Z7 II vs Nikon Z9 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z7 Mark II & Nikon Z9. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 II Gallery & Nikon Z9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Nikon Z9
Z7 II | Z9 | |||
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Display resolution | 2100k | 2089k | Crisper display (+11k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon Z9 over the Nikon Z7 II
Z9 | Z7 II | |||
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Announced | October 2021 | October 2020 | More modern by 12 months |
Common features in the Nikon Z7 II and Nikon Z9
Z7 II | Z9 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display dimension | 3.2" | 3.2" | Identical display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z7 II vs Nikon Z9 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z7 II offers exterior dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z9 has measurements of 149mm x 150mm x 91mm (5.9" x 5.9" x 3.6") with a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs).
Look at the Nikon Z7 II versus Nikon Z9 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Z7 II compared to the Z9.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Z7 II and Z9 is 61 and 51 respectively.
Nikon Z7 II vs Nikon Z9 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out technical specs. The image below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z7 II and Z9.
As you can tell, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you will want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged Z7 II will be behind in sensor tech.
Nikon Z7 II vs Nikon Z9 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z7 II vs Nikon Z9 Specifications
Nikon Z7 Mark II | Nikon Z9 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Z7 Mark II | Nikon Z9 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2020-10-14 | 2021-10-28 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | Stacked CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 35.9 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 858.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46 megapixel | 46 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 8256 x 5504 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 32 | 32 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 493 | 493 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
Number of lenses | 15 | 29 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3.2" |
Screen resolution | 2,100 thousand dot | 2,089 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dot | 3,686 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.8x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 900 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | - |
Maximum silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 30.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 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 | Front-curtain sync, Rear-curtain sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction with slow sync, Slow sync Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/200 seconds | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 7680 x 4320 @ 30p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM7680 x 4320 @ 25p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM7680 x 4320 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, L |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 7680x4320 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264, H.265 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 705 grams (1.55 pounds) | 1340 grams (2.95 pounds) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 149 x 150 x 91mm (5.9" x 5.9" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 photos | 740 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL18d |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) | Dual CFexpress Type B slots |
Storage slots | Dual | Dual |
Launch price | $2,997 | $5,500 |