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Nikon Z7 vs Nikon Z7 II

Portability
62
Imaging
78
Features
89
Overall
82
Nikon Z7 front
 
Nikon Z7 Mark II front
Portability
61
Imaging
80
Features
92
Overall
84

Nikon Z7 vs Nikon Z7 II Key Specs

Nikon Z7
(Full Review)
  • 46MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Display
  • ISO 64 - 25600 (Raise to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 675g - 134 x 101 x 68mm
  • Introduced August 2018
  • New Model is Nikon Z7 II
Nikon Z7 II
(Full Review)
  • 46MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Display
  • ISO 64 - 25600 (Increase 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
  • Announced October 2020
  • Older Model is Nikon Z7
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Nikon Z7 vs Nikon Z7 II Overview

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon Z7 versus Nikon Z7 II, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by Nikon. The image resolution of the Z7 (46MP) and the Z7 II (46MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The Z7 was manufactured 3 years before the Z7 II and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Z7 grades versus the Z7 II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 over the Nikon Z7 II

 Z7 Z7 II 

Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Nikon Z7

 Z7 II Z7 
AnnouncedOctober 2020August 2018Fresher by 26 months

Common features in the Nikon Z7 and Nikon Z7 II

 Z7 Z7 II 
Manual focus Very precise focusing
Display typeTiltingTiltingTilting display
Display dimensions3.2"3.2"Equal display dimensions
Display resolution2100k2100kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch display Easily navigate

Nikon Z7 vs Nikon Z7 II Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z7 has got outer dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z7 II has dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs).

Compare the Nikon Z7 versus Nikon Z7 II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Z7 versus the Z7 II.

Nikon Z7 vs Nikon Z7 II size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Z7 and Z7 II is 62 and 61 respectively.

Nikon Z7 vs Nikon Z7 II top view buttons comparison

Nikon Z7 vs Nikon Z7 II Sensor Comparison

Generally, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The visual here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Z7 and Z7 II.

Plainly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of files however you will want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older Z7 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Nikon Z7 vs Nikon Z7 II sensor size comparison

Nikon Z7 vs Nikon Z7 II Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon Z7 vs Nikon Z7 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon Z7 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon Z7 II as a Portrait photography camera
86
has manual focus
fantastic MP (46 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
comes with face detect focus
saves RAW formats
88
manual focus
fantastic megapixels (46 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
features face detect focus
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon Z7 as a Street photography camera
Nikon Z7 II as a Street photography camera
79
tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
boasts focus by touch
environment proof
great ISO range (25,600)
79
has a tilting screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW files
features touch focus
weather proofing
great high ISO (25,600)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon Z7 Sports photography info
Nikon Z7 II Sports photography info
82
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
fantastic MP (46 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
comes with tracking focus
environment proof
sensor has phase detect auto focus
bad battery (330 shots)
90
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
fantastic megapixels (46MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
features tracking focus
weather proofing
supports phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon Z7 Travel photography info
Nikon Z7 II Travel photography info
67
environment proof
supports bluetooth
boasts focus by touch
fantastic MP (46 megapixels)
bad battery (330 shots)
screen is not selfie friendly
72
weather proofing
connects via bluetooth
features touch focus
fantastic megapixels (46 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon Z7 Landscape photography information
Nikon Z7 II Landscape photography information
82
has manual focus
swap lenses (Nikon Z mount)
screen size is good (3.2 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
fantastic MP (46 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
doesnt have anti aliasing filter
great ISO range (25,600)
saves RAW formats
environment proof
bad battery (330 CIPA)
88
manual focus
switch lenses (Nikon Z mount)
screen size is good (3.2 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
fantastic megapixels (46MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
no anti-alias filter
great high ISO (25,600)
saves RAW files
weather proofing
2 card slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon Z7 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon Z7 II as a Vlogging camera
36
touch screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
comes with face detect focus
high res video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
includes microphone support
screen is not selfie friendly
36
touchscreen functionality
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
features face detect focus
high res video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
comes with mic support
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
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Nikon Z7 vs Nikon Z7 II Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon Z7 and Nikon Z7 II
 Nikon Z7Nikon Z7 Mark II
General Information
Company Nikon Nikon
Model Nikon Z7 Nikon Z7 Mark II
Class Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Introduced 2018-08-23 2020-10-14
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Expeed 6 -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor dimensions 35.9 x 23.9mm 35.9 x 23.9mm
Sensor area 858.0mm² 858.0mm²
Sensor resolution 46MP 46MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 8256 x 5504 8256 x 5504
Max native ISO 25600 25600
Max boosted ISO 102400 102400
Lowest native ISO 64 64
RAW images
Lowest boosted ISO 32 32
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 493 493
Lens
Lens mounting type Nikon Z Nikon Z
Total lenses 15 15
Crop factor 1 1
Screen
Display type Tilting Tilting
Display sizing 3.2 inches 3.2 inches
Display resolution 2,100k dots 2,100k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,690k dots 3,690k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.8x 0.8x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 9.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize 1/200 seconds 1/200 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 3840x2160 3840x2160
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes Yes
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 675 grams (1.49 lb) 705 grams (1.55 lb)
Physical dimensions 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around score 99 not tested
DXO Color Depth score 26.3 not tested
DXO Dynamic range score 14.6 not tested
DXO Low light score 2668 not tested
Other
Battery life 330 pictures 420 pictures
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage XQD card CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II)
Card slots 1 Dual
Retail price $2,797 $2,997