Nikon Z7 vs Sony RX1R II
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Nikon Z7 vs Sony RX1R II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Raise to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 68mm
- Launched August 2018
- Replacement is Nikon Z7 II
(Full Review)
- 42MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 50 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 507g - 113 x 65 x 72mm
- Revealed October 2015
- Previous Model is Sony RX1R

Nikon Z7 vs Sony RX1R II Overview
Let's look a bit more closely at the Nikon Z7 and Sony RX1R II, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the Z7 (46MP) and the RX1R II (42MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor size (Full frame).

The Z7 was revealed 2 years after the RX1R II which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX1R II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Z7 scores against the RX1R II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon Z7 vs Sony RX1R II Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z7 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 Gallery & Sony RX1R II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 over the Sony RX1R II
Z7 | RX1R II | |||
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Revealed | August 2018 | ![]() | October 2015 | Newer by 35 months |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1229k | Sharper screen (+871k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX1R II over the Nikon Z7
RX1R II | Z7 |
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Common features in the Nikon Z7 and Sony RX1R II
Z7 | RX1R II | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon Z7 vs Sony RX1R II Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon Z7 has outside measurements 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 II has specifications of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).
Examine the Nikon Z7 and Sony RX1R II in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Z7 vs the RX1R II.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 and RX1R II is 62 and 78 respectively.

Nikon Z7 vs Sony RX1R II Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The pic here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z7 and RX1R II.
As you can see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon Z7 to offer greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The newer Z7 should have an advantage in sensor tech.

Nikon Z7 vs Sony RX1R II Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon Z7 vs Sony RX1R II Specifications
Nikon Z7 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Z7 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2018-08-23 | 2015-10-13 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 6 | BIONZ X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46 megapixel | 42 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 7952 x 5304 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 102400 | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 50 |
RAW images | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 32 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 493 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 35mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.0 |
Macro focus distance | - | 14cm |
Amount of lenses | 15 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 2,100k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Off, auto, fill flash, slow sync, rear sync, wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (120p, 30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 675 gr (1.49 pounds) | 507 gr (1.12 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") | 113 x 65 x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 99 | 97 |
DXO Color Depth score | 26.3 | 25.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.6 | 13.9 |
DXO Low light score | 2668 | 3204 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | 220 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2,5, 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | XQD card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $2,797 | $3,300 |