Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A35
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Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A35 Key Specs
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- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Boost to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Revealed October 2020
- Earlier Model is Nikon Z7
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Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A35 Overview
Below is a thorough overview of the Nikon Z7 II versus Sony A35, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Nikon and Sony. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and A35 (16MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and A35 (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Z7 II was introduced 9 years later than the A35 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A35 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Z7 II grades vs the A35 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A35 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z7 Mark II & Sony SLT-A35. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z7 II Gallery & Sony A35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Sony A35
Z7 II | A35 | |||
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Announced | October 2020 | September 2011 | More recent by 111 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 921k | Crisper display (+1179k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A35 over the Nikon Z7 II
A35 | Z7 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z7 II and Sony A35
Z7 II | A35 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A35 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z7 II provides external 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 A35 has measurements of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs).
Check out the Nikon Z7 II versus Sony A35 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Z7 II versus the A35.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 II and A35 is 61 and 69 respectively.
Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A35 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor measurements just by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Z7 II and A35.
As you have seen, both the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Z7 II with its larger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Nikon Z7 II will deliver greater detail using its extra 30MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent Z7 II is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A35 Specifications
Nikon Z7 Mark II | Sony SLT-A35 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Z7 Mark II | Sony SLT-A35 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2020-10-14 | 2011-09-20 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 4912 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 32 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 493 | 15 |
Cross type focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon Z | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Total lenses | 15 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 2,100k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | 1,150k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m |
Flash settings | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 705g (1.55 lb) | 415g (0.91 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 74 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 763 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 pictures | 440 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 2 | Single |
Cost at launch | $2,997 | $598 |