Nikon Z7 II vs Sony S980

Below is a complete assessment of the Nikon Z7 II versus Sony S980, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and S980 (12MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and S980 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.

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The Z7 II was introduced 11 years later than the S980 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony S980 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Z7 II matches up versus the S980 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z7 Mark II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 II Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Nikon Z7 II has external dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Sony S980 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Nikon Z7 II versus Sony S980 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the Z7 II versus the S980.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 II and S980 is 61 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z7 II and S980.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z7 II with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon Z7 II will deliver extra detail using its extra 34MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent Z7 II should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.