Nikon Z7 vs Sony A7R
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Nikon Z7 vs Sony A7R Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- 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
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 68mm
- Released August 2018
- Successor is Nikon Z7 II
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 465g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Revealed February 2014
- Renewed by Sony A7R II
Nikon Z7 vs Sony A7R Overview
Lets look a little more closely at the Nikon Z7 vs Sony A7R, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and A7R (36MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (Full frame).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Z7 was introduced 4 years after the A7R which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Z7 grades vs the A7R with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon Z7 vs Sony A7R Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z7 and Sony Alpha A7R. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z7 Gallery and Sony A7R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 over the Sony A7R
Z7 | A7R | |||
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Revealed | August 2018 | February 2014 | Newer by 56 months | |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 1230k | Clearer display (+870k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7R over the Nikon Z7
A7R | Z7 |
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Common features in the Nikon Z7 and Sony A7R
Z7 | A7R | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Nikon Z7 vs Sony A7R Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z7 comes with outer measurements 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 Sony A7R has proportions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon Z7 vs Sony A7R in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the Z7 and the A7R.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 and A7R is 62 and 78 respectively.
Nikon Z7 vs Sony A7R Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions just by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Z7 and A7R.
Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon Z7 to give you greater detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent Z7 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
Nikon Z7 vs Sony A7R Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z7 vs Sony A7R Specifications
Nikon Z7 | Sony Alpha A7R | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Z7 | Sony Alpha A7R |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2018-08-23 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 6 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46 megapixels | 36 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 7360 x 4912 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 32 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 493 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon Z | Sony E |
Total lenses | 15 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 2,100 thousand dots | 1,230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 675 gr (1.49 lb) | 465 gr (1.03 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 99 | 95 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 26.3 | 25.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.6 | 14.1 |
DXO Low light rating | 2668 | 2746 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | 340 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | XQD card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $2,797 | $1,898 |