Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A7R IV

Below, we will be matching up the Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A7R IV, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and A7R IV (61MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (Full frame).

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The Z7 II was announced 16 months later than the A7R IV which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Z7 II grades versus the A7R IV for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z7 Mark II and Sony Alpha A7R IV. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z7 II Gallery and Sony A7R IV Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z7 II comes with outside dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R IV has proportions of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A7R IV in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Z7 II against the A7R IV.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Z7 II and A7R IV is 61 and 62 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by looking through a spec sheet. The visual underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z7 II and A7R IV.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony A7R IV to provide you with more detail with its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The younger Z7 II will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.