Nikon Z7 vs Sony RX1R

Here, we will be analyzing the Nikon Z7 versus Sony RX1R, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and RX1R (24MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (Full frame).

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The Z7 was brought out 5 years after the RX1R which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Z7 scores against the RX1R for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon Z7 Gallery and Sony RX1R Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon Z7 has external dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") along with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R has sizing of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Compare the Nikon Z7 versus Sony RX1R in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the Z7 compared to the RX1R.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 and RX1R is 62 and 79 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Z7 and RX1R.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon Z7 to offer you more detail having its extra 22MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The younger Z7 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.