Nikon Z7 II vs Sony RX10

Here, we are reviewing the Nikon Z7 II and Sony RX10, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and RX10 (20MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and RX10 (1") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The Z7 II was announced 6 years later than the RX10 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX10 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Z7 II grades vs the RX10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z7 Mark II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z7 II Gallery and Sony RX10 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon Z7 II features outer measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Sony RX10 has specifications of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") having a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Compare the Nikon Z7 II and Sony RX10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Z7 II vs the RX10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z7 II and RX10 is 61 and 58 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Z7 II and RX10.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z7 II having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon Z7 II will resolve more detail with its extra 26MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images way more aggressively. The fresher Z7 II provides an edge in sensor tech.