Nikon Z7 II vs Sony RX10 IV
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Nikon Z7 II vs Sony RX10 IV Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Bump 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
- Released October 2020
- Previous Model is Nikon Z7
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-600mm (F2.4-4.0) lens
- 1095g - 133 x 94 x 145mm
- Released September 2017
- Old Model is Sony RX10 III
Nikon Z7 II vs Sony RX10 IV Overview
In this write-up, we will be matching up the Nikon Z7 II and Sony RX10 IV, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and RX10 IV (20MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and RX10 IV (1") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Z7 II was brought out 3 years after the RX10 IV which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX10 IV being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Z7 II scores versus the RX10 IV when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon Z7 II vs Sony RX10 IV Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z7 Mark II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 II Gallery and Sony RX10 IV Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Sony RX10 IV
Z7 II | RX10 IV | |||
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Released | October 2020 | September 2017 | More modern by 38 months | |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 1440k | Clearer screen (+660k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony RX10 IV over the Nikon Z7 II
RX10 IV | Z7 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z7 II and Sony RX10 IV
Z7 II | RX10 IV | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z7 II vs Sony RX10 IV Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z7 II offers outside dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Sony RX10 IV has measurements of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") along with a weight of 1095 grams (2.41 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon Z7 II and Sony RX10 IV in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Z7 II and the RX10 IV.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Z7 II and RX10 IV is 61 and 52 respectively.
Nikon Z7 II vs Sony RX10 IV Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking technical specs. The picture underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z7 II and RX10 IV.
As you can tell, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Z7 II featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon Z7 II will give you extra detail having its extra 26MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent Z7 II is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
Nikon Z7 II vs Sony RX10 IV Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z7 II vs Sony RX10 IV Specifications
Nikon Z7 Mark II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Z7 Mark II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Large Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2020-10-14 | 2017-09-12 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 102400 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 32 | 64 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 493 | 315 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 24-600mm (25.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/2.4-4.0 |
Macro focus range | - | 3cm |
Total lenses | 15 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3.2" | 3" |
Display resolution | 2,100k dots | 1,440k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 24.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 10.80 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, fill-flash, slow sync, rear sync, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p) ,1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 705g (1.55 pounds) | 1095g (2.41 pounds) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 133 x 94 x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 shots | 400 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, continuous) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Dual | One |
Retail price | $2,997 | $1,698 |