Nikon Z7 vs Sony A500

Here, we will be comparing the Nikon Z7 vs Sony A500, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Nikon and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and A500 (12MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and A500 (APS-C) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The Z7 was launched 9 years after the A500 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A500 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Z7 scores against the A500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z7 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A500. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 Gallery and Sony A500 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Nikon Z7 features outside dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Sony A500 has specifications of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") with a weight of 630 grams (1.39 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Z7 versus the A500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 and A500 is 62 and 63 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The pic here may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z7 and A500.

Plainly, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z7 due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Nikon Z7 will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 34 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent Z7 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.