Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A7 IV
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80 Features
92 Overall
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61 Imaging
80 Features
92 Overall
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Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A7 IV Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Push 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)
- 33MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 699g - 129 x 97 x 81mm
- Introduced October 2021
- Superseded the Sony A7 III
Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A7 IV Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Nikon Z7 II versus Sony A7 IV, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and A7 IV (33MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (Full frame).
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Z7 II was unveiled 12 months before the A7 IV so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Z7 II grades versus the A7 IV for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A7 IV Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z7 Mark II & Sony Alpha A7 IV. The full galleries are available at Nikon Z7 II Gallery & Sony A7 IV Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Sony A7 IV
Z7 II | A7 IV | |||
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Screen size | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 1440k | Clearer screen (+660k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A7 IV over the Nikon Z7 II
A7 IV | Z7 II | |||
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Introduced | October 2021 | October 2020 | More recent by 12 months | |
Screen type | Fully articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z7 II and Sony A7 IV
Z7 II | A7 IV | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A7 IV Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon Z7 II enjoys exterior measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Sony A7 IV has sizing of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).
Look at the Nikon Z7 II versus Sony A7 IV in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the Z7 II vs the A7 IV.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 II and A7 IV is 61 and 61 respectively.
Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A7 IV Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z7 II and A7 IV.
Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Nikon Z7 II to show more detail having an extra 13MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older Z7 II will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A7 IV Specifications
Nikon Z7 Mark II | Sony Alpha A7 IV | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Z7 Mark II | Sony Alpha A7 IV |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2020-10-14 | 2021-10-21 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 858.0mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46 megapixels | 33 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 7008 x 4672 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 102400 | 204800 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 32 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
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 | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | Sony E |
Total lenses | 15 | 172 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 2,100 thousand dot | 1,440 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dot | 3,690 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in 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 | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200s | 1/200s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3843840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 600 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 500 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 300 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 250 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 240 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | Yes (USB PD supported) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 705 gr (1.55 lb) | 699 gr (1.54 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 129 x 97 x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 images | 600 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Storage slots | Dual | Dual |
Pricing at release | $2,997 | $2,500 |