Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A7S II
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Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A7S II Key Specs
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- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Boost 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
- Announced October 2020
- Succeeded the Nikon Z7
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- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Expand to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 627g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
- Launched October 2015
- Earlier Model is Sony A7S
- Newer Model is Sony A7S III
Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A7S II Overview
Lets look closer at the Nikon Z7 II versus Sony A7S II, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and A7S II (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (Full frame).
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe Z7 II was manufactured 5 years later than the A7S II and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Z7 II matches up vs the A7S II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A7S II Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z7 Mark II and Sony Alpha A7S II. The entire galleries are available at Nikon Z7 II Gallery and Sony A7S II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Sony A7S II
Z7 II | A7S II | |||
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Launched | October 2020 | October 2015 | More recent by 61 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 1229k | Clearer screen (+871k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7S II over the Nikon Z7 II
A7S II | Z7 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z7 II and Sony A7S II
Z7 II | A7S II | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A7S II Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z7 II offers external measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Sony A7S II has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).
Check the Nikon Z7 II versus Sony A7S II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the Z7 II versus the A7S II.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 II and A7S II is 61 and 68 respectively.
Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A7S II Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements merely by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Z7 II and A7S II.
Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon Z7 II to result in more detail due to its extra 34 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher Z7 II will have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A7S II Specifications
Nikon Z7 Mark II | Sony Alpha A7S II | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Z7 Mark II | Sony Alpha A7S II |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2020-10-14 | 2015-10-12 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 4240 x 2832 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 102400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 102400 | 409600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 32 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 493 | 169 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon Z | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 15 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 2,100 thousand dots | 1,229 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | 2,359 thousand dots |
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 rate | 10.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
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 |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 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 | 4K (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p [60-100Mbps]), Full HD (1920 x 1080 @ 120p/60p/60i/30p/24p [50-100Mbps]), 720p (30p [16Mbps]) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 705 gr (1.55 pounds) | 627 gr (1.38 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 85 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2993 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 photos | 370 photos |
Style of battery | 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 shooting | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 2 | Single |
Pricing at release | $2,997 | $2,767 |