Nikon Z7 vs Sony RX10 III

Following is a in depth review of the Nikon Z7 vs Sony RX10 III, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and RX10 III (20MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and RX10 III (1") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z7 was unveiled 2 years after the RX10 III which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX10 III being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the Z7 matches up vs the RX10 III in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III. The full galleries are available at Nikon Z7 Gallery and Sony RX10 III Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon Z7 enjoys 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) and the Sony RX10 III has specifications of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") with a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs).

Look at the Nikon Z7 vs Sony RX10 III in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Z7 vs the RX10 III.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Z7 and RX10 III is 62 and 53 respectively.

Generally, its tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z7 and RX10 III.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Z7 with its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Nikon Z7 will deliver extra detail having an extra 26 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more recent Z7 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.