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Nikon Z7 vs Nikon Z8

Portability
62
Imaging
78
Features
89
Overall
82
Nikon Z7 front
 
Nikon Z8 front
Portability
55
Imaging
83
Features
83
Overall
83

Nikon Z7 vs Nikon Z8 Key Specs

Nikon Z7
(Full Review)
  • 46MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 64 - 25600 (Expand 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
  • Launched August 2018
  • Refreshed by Nikon Z7 II
Nikon Z8
(Full Review)
  • 46MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.20" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 64 - 25600 (Raise to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 7680 x 4320 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 910g - 144 x 119 x 83mm
  • Revealed May 2023
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Nikon Z7 vs Nikon Z8 Overview

The following is a detailed comparison of the Nikon Z7 and Nikon Z8, both Pro Mirrorless cameras and they are both designed by Nikon. The image resolution of the Z7 (46MP) and the Z8 (46MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The Z7 was manufactured 5 years before the Z8 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the Z7 matches up vs the Z8 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 over the Nikon Z8

 Z7 Z8 
Screen resolution2100k2089kCrisper screen (+11k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon Z8 over the Nikon Z7

 Z8 Z7 
RevealedMay 2023August 2018Newer by 57 months

Common features in the Nikon Z7 and Nikon Z8

 Z7 Z8 
Manual focus Very precise focusing
Screen typeTiltingTiltingTilting screen
Screen dimensions3.2"3.20"Equal screen dimensions
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Nikon Z7 vs Nikon Z8 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z7 comes with outside dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Nikon Z8 has dimensions of 144mm x 119mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 3.3") having a weight of 910 grams (2.01 lbs).

Examine the Nikon Z7 and Nikon Z8 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the Z7 versus the Z8.

Nikon Z7 vs Nikon Z8 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z7 and Z8 is 62 and 55 respectively.

Nikon Z7 vs Nikon Z8 top view buttons comparison

Nikon Z7 vs Nikon Z8 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through specifications. The picture here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z7 and Z8.

To sum up, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files however you will need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged Z7 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Nikon Z7 vs Nikon Z8 sensor size comparison

Nikon Z7 vs Nikon Z8 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon Z7 vs Nikon Z8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon Z7 Portrait photography details
Nikon Z8 Portrait photography details
86
you can focus manually
resolution is amazing (46MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
comes with face detect focusing
delivers RAW formats
89
you can focus manually
MP count amazing (46MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
has face detection focus
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Nikon Z7
Street photography with Nikon Z8
79
screen tilts
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
boasts focus via touch
environment sealing
above average ISO range (25,600)
72
screen tilts
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
boasts focus via touch
environment sealing
above average high ISO (25,600)
heavier than others (910g)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon Z7 as a Sports photography camera
Nikon Z8 as a Sports photography camera
82
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is amazing (46 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
comes with tracking focus
environment sealing
sensor has phase detect AF
terrible battery life (330 CIPA)
81
silent shooting (1/32,000 seconds)
max frames per second high (30.0 frames/s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count amazing (46 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
has tracking autofocus
environment sealing
sensor has phase detect auto focus
low max shutter speed