Nikon Z8 vs Sony ZV-E1

Below, we will be matching up the Nikon Z8 and Sony ZV-E1, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the Z8 (46MP) and ZV-E1 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The Z8 was introduced 2 months after the ZV-E1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z8 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony ZV-E1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Z8 scores vs the ZV-E1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z8 and Sony ZV-E1. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z8 Gallery and Sony ZV-E1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon Z8 offers outer measurements of 144mm x 119mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 3.3") along with a weight of 910 grams (2.01 lbs) and the Sony ZV-E1 has specifications of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") having a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon Z8 and Sony ZV-E1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the Z8 and the ZV-E1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Z8 and ZV-E1 is 55 and 80 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The picture below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z8 and ZV-E1.

As you can see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon Z8 to result in extra detail using its extra 34MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively.