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Nikon Z8 vs Sony A7R II

Portability
55 Imaging
83 Features
83 Overall
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Nikon Z8 front
 
Sony Alpha A7R II front
Portability
68 Imaging
76 Features
84 Overall
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Nikon Z8 vs Sony A7R II Key Specs

Nikon Z8
(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
Sony A7R II
(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  • Superseded the Sony A7R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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Reasons to pick Nikon Z8 over the Sony A7R II

		

		

			
 Z8 A7R II 
AnnouncedMay 2023June 2015Newer by 97 months
Screen sizing3.20"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution2089k1229kCrisper screen (+860k dot)
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Reasons to pick Sony A7R II over the Nikon Z8

		

		

			
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Common features in the Nikon Z8 and Sony A7R II

		

		

			
 Z8 A7R II 
Manually focus  More accurate focus
Screen typeTiltingTiltingTilting 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
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
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 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.
	
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Nikon Z8 vs Sony A7R II Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Nikon Z8 vs Sony A7R II Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
Nikon Z8 Portrait photography advice
Sony A7R II Portrait photography advice
89
 you can focus manually
 excellent sensor resolution (46 megapixels)
 sensor size is big (Full frame)
 provides face detect focusing
 exports RAW files
85
 has manual focus
 megapixel count amazing (42MP)
 great sensor size (Full frame)
 offers face detection focusing
 delivers RAW formats
Photography Glossary
Street Comparison
Street photography with Nikon Z8
Street photography with Sony A7R II
72
 has a tilting screen
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 sensor size is big (Full frame)
 exports RAW files
 provides touch focus
 environment proof
 great high ISO (25,600)
 more heavy than average (910 grams)
81
 screen tilts up and down
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 great sensor size (Full frame)
 delivers RAW formats
 weather proof
 great ISO range (25,600)
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Sports Comparison
 Nikon Z8 as a Sports photography camera
 Sony A7R II as a Sports photography camera
81
 silent shooting (1/32,000 seconds)
 max fps high (30.0 frames per second)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 excellent sensor resolution (46 megapixels)
 sensor size is big (Full frame)
 provides tracking focus
 environment proof
 comes with phase detect AF
 low maximum shutter speed (1/ seconds)
 terrible battery power (330 shots)
76
 high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 megapixel count amazing (42MP)
 great sensor size (Full frame)
 offers tracking autofocus
 weather proof
 sensor has phase detect AF
 max frames per second low (5.0 frames per second)
 bad battery life (290 CIPA)
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Travel Comparison
Nikon Z8 Travel photography info
Sony A7R II Travel photography info
61
 environment proof
 has bluetooth
 provides touch focus
 excellent sensor resolution (46MP)
 terrible battery power (330 per charge)
 more heavy than average (910 grams)
 screen isn't selfie friendly
62
 weather proof
 megapixel count amazing (42 megapixels)
 bad battery life (290 shots)
 display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison
Nikon Z8 Landscape photography factors
Sony A7R II Landscape photography factors
84
 you can focus manually
 change lenses (Nikon Z mount)
 nice screen size (3.20 inch)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 excellent sensor resolution (46 megapixels)
 sensor size is big (Full frame)
 great high ISO (25,600)
 exports RAW files
 environment proof
 2 card slots
 terrible battery power (330 per charge)
82
 has manual focus
 interchangeable lenses (Sony E mount)
 screen size is good (3")
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 megapixel count amazing (42MP)
 great sensor size (Full frame)
 no low pass filter
 great ISO range (25,600)
 delivers RAW formats
 weather proof
 bad battery life (290 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison
 Nikon Z8 as a Vlogging camera
 Sony A7R II as a Vlogging camera
33
 touchscreen
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 provides face detect focusing
 video resolution high (7680 x 4320 pxls)
 does have microphone support
 screen isn't selfie friendly
 more heavy than average (910g)
37
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 offers face detection focusing
 high quality video (3840 x 2160 resolution)
 includes external mic support
 display is not selfie friendly
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Nikon Z8 vs Sony A7R II Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon Z8 and Sony A7R II
 Nikon Z8Sony Alpha A7R II
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