Nikon Z7 vs Sony WX5

Lets examine more closely at the Nikon Z7 and Sony WX5, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and WX5 (12MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and WX5 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

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The Z7 was introduced 8 years later than the WX5 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX5 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Z7 scores vs the WX5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z7 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z7 Gallery & Sony WX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon Z7 enjoys outer measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") and a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Sony WX5 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon Z7 and Sony WX5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Z7 and the WX5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Z7 and WX5 is 62 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The photograph underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z7 and WX5.

Plainly, the 2 cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z7 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon Z7 will deliver more detail using its extra 34MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Z7 provides an advantage in sensor technology.