Nikon Z7 vs Sony HX300

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Nikon Z7 versus Sony HX300, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and HX300 (20MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and HX300 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z7 was unveiled 5 years after the HX300 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the Z7 scores vs the HX300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The full galleries are available at Nikon Z7 Gallery and Sony HX300 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z7 features physical measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") and a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Sony HX300 has dimensions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

Check the Nikon Z7 versus Sony HX300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Z7 versus the HX300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z7 and HX300 is 62 and 63 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Z7 and HX300.

Clearly, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Z7 having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon Z7 will produce greater detail having an extra 26MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher Z7 will have a benefit in sensor tech.