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Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A7 III

Portability
61
Imaging
81
Features
92
Overall
85
Nikon Z7 Mark II front
 
Sony Alpha A7 III front
Portability
63
Imaging
74
Features
92
Overall
81

Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A7 III Key Specs

Nikon Z7 II
(Full Review)
  • 46MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 64 - 25600 (Increase to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
  • Revealed October 2020
  • Superseded the Nikon Z7
Sony A7 III
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 650g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
  • Launched February 2018
  • Succeeded the Sony A7 II
  • Replacement is Sony A7 IV
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Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A7 III Overview

In this article, we are evaluating the Nikon Z7 II and Sony A7 III, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and A7 III (24MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The Z7 II was revealed 2 years later than the A7 III and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the Z7 II scores against the A7 III in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Sony A7 III

 Z7 II A7 III 
LaunchedOctober 2020February 2018More recent by 32 months
Display sizing3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2100k922kCrisper display (+1178k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony A7 III over the Nikon Z7 II

 A7 III Z7 II 

Common features in the Nikon Z7 II and Sony A7 III

 Z7 II A7 III 
Manual focus Very precise focus
Display typeTiltingTiltingTilting display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A7 III Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z7 II has external dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Sony A7 III has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon Z7 II and Sony A7 III in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Z7 II vs the A7 III.

Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A7 III size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 II and A7 III is 61 and 63 respectively.

Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A7 III top view buttons comparison

Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A7 III Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements simply by going through a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z7 II and A7 III.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon Z7 II to provide more detail because of its extra 22 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent Z7 II will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A7 III sensor size comparison

Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A7 III Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A7 III Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon Z7 II as a Portrait photography camera
Sony A7 III as a Portrait photography camera
88
has manual focus
high resolution (46MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports face detection focusing
supports RAW files
84
focusing manually
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
includes face detect autofocus
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Nikon Z7 II
Street photography with Sony A7 III
79
has a tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports RAW files
offers touch focus
weather proof
great high ISO (25,600)
78
tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
offers focus by touch
weather proofing
good ISO range (51,200)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon Z7 II Sports photography advice
Sony A7 III Sports photography advice
90
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
high resolution (46 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports tracking autofocus
weather proof
sensor has phase detect AF
87
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count decent (24MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
includes tracking focus
weather proofing
good battery life (610 shots)
sensor has phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon Z7 II Travel photography information
Sony A7 III Travel photography information
72
weather proof
has bluetooth
offers touch focus
high resolution (46MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
73
good battery life (610 shots)
weather proofing
has bluetooth
offers focus by touch
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon Z7 II
Landscape photography with Sony A7 III
88
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Nikon Z mount)
nice screen size (3.2 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
high resolution (46 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
doesnt have anti aliasing filter
great high ISO (25,600)
supports RAW files
weather proof
2 card slots
85
focusing manually
swap lenses (Sony E mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count decent (24MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
good ISO range (51,200)
delivers RAW formats
weather proofing
good battery life (610 shots)
has dual storage slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon Z7 II Vlogging features
Sony A7 III Vlogging features
36
built-in touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
supports face detection focusing
high res video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
includes external microphone support
display isn't selfie friendly
36
built-in touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detect autofocus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
includes mic jack
does not contain selfie friendly screen
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Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A7 III Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon Z7 II and Sony A7 III
 Nikon Z7 Mark IISony Alpha A7 III
General Information
Make Nikon Sony
Model type Nikon Z7 Mark II Sony Alpha A7 III
Class Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Revealed 2020-10-14 2018-02-27
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Bionz X
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor dimensions 35.9 x 23.9mm 35.8 x 23.8mm
Sensor surface area 858.0mm² 852.0mm²
Sensor resolution 46MP 24MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 8256 x 5504 6000 x 4000
Highest native ISO 25600 51200
Highest enhanced ISO 102400 204800
Lowest native ISO 64 100
RAW data
Lowest enhanced ISO 32 50
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 493 693
Lens
Lens support Nikon Z Sony E
Total lenses 15 121
Crop factor 1 1
Screen
Range of screen Tilting Tilting
Screen size 3.2 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 2,100 thousand dot 922 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,690 thousand dot 2,359 thousand dot
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.8x 0.78x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 10.0 frames per sec 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes 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
Fastest flash sync 1/200 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 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 format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 705 gr (1.55 lbs) 650 gr (1.43 lbs)
Dimensions 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 96
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 25.0
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 14.7
DXO Low light rating not tested 3730
Other
Battery life 420 pictures 610 pictures
Battery format 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 recording
Storage media CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots Dual Dual
Launch pricing $2,997 $1,998