Nikon Z7 vs Sony A330
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Nikon Z7 vs Sony A330 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Raise 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
- Introduced August 2018
- Newer Model is Nikon Z7 II
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 529g - 128 x 97 x 71mm
- Launched May 2009
- Previous Model is Sony A300

Nikon Z7 vs Sony A330 Overview
The following is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon Z7 and Sony A330, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Nikon and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and A330 (10MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and A330 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizes.

The Z7 was unveiled 9 years after the A330 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Z7 grades versus the A330 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon Z7 vs Sony A330 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z7 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A330. The full galleries are available at Nikon Z7 Gallery & Sony A330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 over the Sony A330
Z7 | A330 | |||
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Launched | August 2018 | ![]() | May 2009 | Newer by 113 months |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+1870k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A330 over the Nikon Z7
A330 | Z7 |
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Common features in the Nikon Z7 and Sony A330
Z7 | A330 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon Z7 vs Sony A330 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and size. 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) while the Sony A330 has specifications of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs).
Look at the Nikon Z7 and Sony A330 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Z7 vs the A330.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Z7 and A330 is 62 and 67 respectively.

Nikon Z7 vs Sony A330 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading specifications. The pic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z7 and A330.
Plainly, both of those cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Z7 with its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Nikon Z7 will offer greater detail having an extra 36MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer Z7 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon Z7 vs Sony A330 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon Z7 vs Sony A330 Specifications
Nikon Z7 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Z7 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2018-08-23 | 2009-05-18 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 6 | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 32 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 493 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Amount of lenses | 15 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.2" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 2,100 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 10.00 m |
Flash modes | 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, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 675 gr (1.49 lbs) | 529 gr (1.17 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") | 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 99 | 64 |
DXO Color Depth score | 26.3 | 22.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.6 | 11.5 |
DXO Low light score | 2668 | 535 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 images | 230 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | XQD card | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $2,797 | $545 |