Nikon Z7 vs Sony RX1

Here is a detailed comparison of the Nikon Z7 and Sony RX1, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and RX1 (24MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The Z7 was launched 5 years later than the RX1 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Z7 grades vs the RX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon Z7 Gallery and Sony RX1 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon Z7 offers outside measurements 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 RX1 has specifications of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the Z7 versus the RX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 and RX1 is 62 and 79 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading a spec sheet. The visual below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Z7 and RX1.

Clearly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon Z7 to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 22 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Z7 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.