Nikon Z8 vs Sony A7R II
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![Nikon Z8 front Nikon Z8 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Z8/Nikon-Z8-front.jpg)
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Nikon Z8 vs Sony A7R II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.20" Tilting Display
- 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
- Introduced May 2023
(Full Review)
- 42MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 625g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
- Announced June 2015
- Superseded the Sony A7R
- Later Model is Sony A7R III
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Nikon Z8 vs Sony A7R II Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the Nikon Z8 versus Sony A7R II, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the Z8 (46MP) and the A7R II (42MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (Full frame).
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The Z8 was introduced 8 years after the A7R II which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Z8 matches up versus the A7R II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon Z8 vs Sony A7R II Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z8 and Sony Alpha A7R II. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z8 Gallery and Sony A7R II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z8 over the Sony A7R II
Z8 | A7R II | |||
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Announced | May 2023 | ![]() | June 2015 | Newer by 97 months |
Screen sizing | 3.20" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2089k | ![]() | 1229k | Crisper screen (+860k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7R II over the Nikon Z8
A7R II | Z8 |
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Common features in the Nikon Z8 and Sony A7R II
Z8 | A7R II | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon Z8 vs Sony A7R II Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon Z8 enjoys 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) while the Sony A7R II has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).
Check out the Nikon Z8 versus Sony A7R II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Z8 against the A7R II.
![Nikon Z8 vs Sony A7R II size comparison Nikon Z8 vs Sony A7R II size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Z8-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7R-II-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z8 and A7R II is 55 and 68 respectively.
![Nikon Z8 vs Sony A7R II top view buttons comparison Nikon Z8 vs Sony A7R II top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Z8-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7R-II-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon Z8 vs Sony A7R II Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching a spec sheet. The image here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Z8 and A7R II.
Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon Z8 to provide you with extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer Z8 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
![Nikon Z8 vs Sony A7R II sensor size comparison Nikon Z8 vs Sony A7R II sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Z8-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7R-II-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon Z8 vs Sony A7R II Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon Z8 vs Sony A7R II Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon Z8 vs Sony A7R II Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Z8-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7R-II-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon Z8 vs Sony A7R II Specifications
Nikon Z8 | Sony Alpha A7R II | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Z8 | Sony Alpha A7R II |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2023-05-10 | 2015-06-10 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | Stacked CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46 megapixel | 42 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 7974 x 5316 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 102400 | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 32 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 493 | 399 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon Z | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 46 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3.20" | 3" |
Display resolution | 2,089 thousand dots | 1,229 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,686 thousand dots | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 900 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | - | 1/8000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 30.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Front-curtain sync, Rear-curtain sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction with slow sync, Slow sync Off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 7680 x 4320 @ 30p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM7680 x 4320 @ 25p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM7680 x 4320 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, L | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 7680x4320 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 910g (2.01 lbs) | 625g (1.38 lbs) |
Dimensions | 144 x 119 x 83mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 3.3") | 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 98 | 98 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 26.3 | 26.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.2 | 13.9 |
DXO Low light rating | 2548 | 3434 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photographs | 290 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL15c | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | one CFexpress Type B slot and one UHS-II SD slot | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Dual | 1 |
Cost at release | $3,999 | $2,913 |