Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A9 II

Below is a complete comparison of the Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A9 II, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and A9 II (24MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The Z7 II was revealed 13 months later than the A9 II which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the Z7 II grades versus the A9 II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z7 Mark II & Sony Alpha A9 Mark II. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 II Gallery & Sony A9 II Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon Z7 II enjoys outside 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 A9 II has specifications of 129mm x 96mm x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A9 II in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the Z7 II and the A9 II.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 II and A9 II is 61 and 62 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements simply by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z7 II and A9 II.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Nikon Z7 II to provide you with more detail because of its extra 22MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more recent Z7 II should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.