Nikon Z7 II vs Sony HX50V

On this page, we will be looking at the Nikon Z7 II versus Sony HX50V, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and HX50V (20MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and HX50V (1/2.3") boast different sensor measurements.

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The Z7 II was revealed 7 years later than the HX50V and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Z7 II scores against the HX50V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z7 Mark II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 II Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z7 II comes with physical dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Sony HX50V has measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon Z7 II versus Sony HX50V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Z7 II and the HX50V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z7 II and HX50V is 61 and 89 respectively.

Typically, its hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The visual here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Z7 II and HX50V.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z7 II with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Nikon Z7 II will result in greater detail because of its extra 26 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher Z7 II should have an advantage in sensor technology.