Nikon Z7 vs Sony S2000

Below, we will be contrasting the Nikon Z7 versus Sony S2000, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and S2000 (10MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and S2000 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

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The Z7 was launched 8 years later than the S2000 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony S2000 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Z7 scores vs the S2000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z7 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z7 offers external dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Sony S2000 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Nikon Z7 versus Sony S2000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Z7 versus the S2000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 and S2000 is 62 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading through specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z7 and S2000.

All in all, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Z7 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon Z7 will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 36MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more recent Z7 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.