Nikon Z7 II vs Sony WX500

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Nikon Z7 II versus Sony WX500, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and WX500 (18MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and WX500 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.

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The Z7 II was revealed 5 years later than the WX500 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX500 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Z7 II grades against the WX500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z7 Mark II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The full galleries are available at Nikon Z7 II Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z7 II has physical measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Sony WX500 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Check the Nikon Z7 II versus Sony WX500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Z7 II and the WX500.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Z7 II and WX500 is 61 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at specs. The visual here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z7 II and WX500.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z7 II using its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Nikon Z7 II will resolve extra detail because of its extra 28MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger Z7 II provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.