Nikon Z7 vs Sony FX3
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Nikon Z7 vs Sony FX3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Expand to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 68mm
- Announced August 2018
- Newer Model is Nikon Z7 II
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 102400 (Expand to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 716g - 130 x 78 x 85mm
- Revealed February 2021

Nikon Z7 vs Sony FX3 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Nikon Z7 and Sony FX3, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and FX3 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (Full frame).

The Z7 was unveiled 3 years before the FX3 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony FX3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Z7 grades vs the FX3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon Z7 vs Sony FX3 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z7 and Sony FX3. The full galleries are available at Nikon Z7 Gallery and Sony FX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 over the Sony FX3
Z7 | FX3 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.00" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1440k | Crisper screen (+660k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony FX3 over the Nikon Z7
FX3 | Z7 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | February 2021 | ![]() | August 2018 | Fresher by 30 months |
Screen type | Fully articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z7 and Sony FX3
Z7 | FX3 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z7 vs Sony FX3 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z7 enjoys outside 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 FX3 has measurements of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 716 grams (1.58 lbs).
Examine the Nikon Z7 and Sony FX3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Z7 versus the FX3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 and FX3 is 62 and 62 respectively.

Nikon Z7 vs Sony FX3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading technical specs. The visual below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Z7 and FX3.
As you have seen, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon Z7 to offer you greater detail having an extra 34MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The older Z7 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon Z7 vs Sony FX3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon Z7 vs Sony FX3 Specifications
Nikon Z7 | Sony FX3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Z7 | Sony FX3 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2018-08-23 | 2021-02-23 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 4240 x 2832 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 102400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 102400 | 409600 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 32 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 493 | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 15 | 187 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3.00 inch |
Display resolution | 2,100k dot | 1,440k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-1, H.264, H.265 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 675 grams (1.49 lb) | 716 grams (1.58 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") | 130 x 78 x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 99 | 85 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 26.3 | 24.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.6 | 13.4 |
DXO Low light rating | 2668 | 3900 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photographs | 600 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | XQD card | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Storage slots | One | Two |
Retail price | $2,797 | $3,900 |