Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A390

Here, we are evaluating the Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A390, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and A390 (14MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and A390 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The Z7 II was revealed 10 years later than the A390 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A390 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Z7 II grades versus the A390 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z7 Mark II and Sony Alpha DSLR-A390. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 II Gallery and Sony A390 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z7 II enjoys outside 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) and the Sony A390 has measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Z7 II against the A390.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 II and A390 is 61 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Z7 II and A390.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Z7 II using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Nikon Z7 II will produce greater detail because of its extra 32MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer Z7 II is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.