Nikon Z8 vs Sony A7
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Nikon Z8 vs Sony A7 Key Specs
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- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.20" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Increase to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 910g - 144 x 119 x 83mm
- Revealed May 2023
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 50 - 25600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 474g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Released January 2014
- Successor is Sony A7 II

Nikon Z8 vs Sony A7 Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Nikon Z8 and Sony A7, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the Z8 (46MP) and A7 (24MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (Full frame).

The Z8 was announced 9 years after the A7 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the Z8 grades vs the A7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon Z8 vs Sony A7 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z8 and Sony Alpha A7. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z8 Gallery and Sony A7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z8 over the Sony A7
Z8 | A7 | |||
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Released | May 2023 | ![]() | January 2014 | Newer by 114 months |
Screen size | 3.20" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2089k | ![]() | 1230k | Clearer screen (+859k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7 over the Nikon Z8
A7 | Z8 |
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Common features in the Nikon Z8 and Sony A7
Z8 | A7 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Nikon Z8 vs Sony A7 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z8 has got exterior measurements of 144mm x 119mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 3.3") having a weight of 910 grams (2.01 lbs) and the Sony A7 has proportions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon Z8 and Sony A7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Z8 against the A7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Z8 and A7 is 55 and 78 respectively.

Nikon Z8 vs Sony A7 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions purely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z8 and A7.
As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon Z8 to show more detail with its extra 22 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The younger Z8 provides a benefit in sensor tech.

Nikon Z8 vs Sony A7 Screen and ViewFinder


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