Nikon Z7 II vs Sony HX50V
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Nikon Z7 II vs Sony HX50V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Boost to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Introduced October 2020
- Succeeded the Nikon Z7
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- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5 - 6.3) lens
- 272g - 108 x 64 x 38mm
- Announced April 2013
- Older Model is Sony HX30V
Nikon Z7 II vs Sony HX50V Overview
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.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 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.
Nikon Z7 II vs Sony HX50V Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Sony HX50V
Z7 II | HX50V | |||
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Announced | October 2020 | April 2013 | Fresher by 91 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 921k | Clearer screen (+1179k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony HX50V over the Nikon Z7 II
HX50V | Z7 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z7 II and Sony HX50V
Z7 II | HX50V | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon Z7 II vs Sony HX50V Physical Comparison
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.
Nikon Z7 II vs Sony HX50V Sensor Comparison
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.
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Nikon Z7 II vs Sony HX50V Specifications
Nikon Z7 Mark II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Z7 Mark II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2020-10-14 | 2013-04-24 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 5184 x 2920 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 102400 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min boosted ISO | 32 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 493 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.5 - 6.3 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Available lenses | 15 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 2,100 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | XtraFine LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 705g (1.55 lb) | 272g (0.60 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 108 x 64 x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 images | 400 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Two | One |
Price at launch | $2,997 | $439 |