Nikon Z7 vs Sony W550

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Nikon Z7 and Sony W550, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and W550 (14MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and W550 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The Z7 was manufactured 7 years after the W550 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W550 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the Z7 scores versus the W550 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon Z7 Gallery and Sony W550 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z7 comes with outside measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Sony W550 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon Z7 and Sony W550 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the Z7 and the W550.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 and W550 is 62 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Z7 and W550.

As you can see, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Z7 due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon Z7 will offer you greater detail due to its extra 32MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more modern Z7 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.