Nikon Z7 II vs Sony RX1

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Nikon Z7 II and Sony RX1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and RX1 (24MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (Full frame).

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The Z7 II was announced 7 years after the RX1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Z7 II scores against the RX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z7 Mark II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z7 II Gallery and Sony RX1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon Z7 II has got physical measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Sony RX1 has specifications of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon Z7 II and Sony RX1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Z7 II compared to the RX1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 II and RX1 is 61 and 79 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The picture below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Z7 II and RX1.

Plainly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon Z7 II to provide you with more detail with its extra 22MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer Z7 II provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.