Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A9

Lets take a closer look at the Nikon Z7 II and Sony A9, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and A9 (24MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The Z7 II was manufactured 3 years later than the A9 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Z7 II matches up versus the A9 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z7 Mark II & Sony Alpha A9. The entire galleries are available at Nikon Z7 II Gallery & Sony A9 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon Z7 II features external 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) and the Sony A9 has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") with a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).

Look at the Nikon Z7 II and Sony A9 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Z7 II vs the A9.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z7 II and A9 is 61 and 65 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The photograph here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Z7 II and A9.

Plainly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon Z7 II to resolve greater detail due to its extra 22 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The more recent Z7 II will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.