Nikon Z9 vs Sony a3500
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Nikon Z9 vs Sony a3500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 1340g - 149 x 150 x 91mm
- Revealed October 2021
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 411g - 128 x 91 x 85mm
- Launched March 2014
- Replaced the Sony A3000
Nikon Z9 vs Sony a3500 Overview
Following is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon Z9 versus Sony a3500, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z9 (46MP) and a3500 (20MP) and the Z9 (Full frame) and a3500 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Z9 was launched 7 years after the a3500 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Z9 scores against the a3500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon Z9 vs Sony a3500 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z9 & Sony Alpha a3500. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon Z9 Gallery & Sony a3500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z9 over the Sony a3500
Z9 | a3500 | |||
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Launched | October 2021 | March 2014 | More modern by 93 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2089k | 230k | Crisper display (+1859k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony a3500 over the Nikon Z9
a3500 | Z9 |
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Common features in the Nikon Z9 and Sony a3500
Z9 | a3500 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon Z9 vs Sony a3500 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z9 enjoys exterior measurements of 149mm x 150mm x 91mm (5.9" x 5.9" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs) whilst the Sony a3500 has proportions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).
Examine the Nikon Z9 versus Sony a3500 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the Z9 compared to the a3500.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Z9 and a3500 is 51 and 69 respectively.
Nikon Z9 vs Sony a3500 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes only by going over specifications. The picture here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Z9 and a3500.
Plainly, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Z9 featuring a larger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Nikon Z9 will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 26 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer Z9 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.
Nikon Z9 vs Sony a3500 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z9 vs Sony a3500 Specifications
Nikon Z9 | Sony Alpha a3500 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Z9 | Sony Alpha a3500 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2021-10-28 | 2014-03-21 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ image |
Sensor type | Stacked CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 5456 x 3632 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 16000 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 32 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 493 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | Sony E |
Available lenses | 29 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 2,089 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,686 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.47x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 900 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | - | 1/4000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 30.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.00 m (at ISO200 / 4m at ISO100) |
Flash settings | Front-curtain sync, Rear-curtain sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction with slow sync, Slow sync Off | Flash off, Auto flash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync. |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/160 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 | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 7680x4320 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264, H.265 | AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1340 grams (2.95 pounds) | 411 grams (0.91 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 149 x 150 x 91mm (5.9" x 5.9" x 3.6") | 128 x 91 x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 740 photos | 470 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL18d | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2-sec. or 10-sec. delay) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Dual CFexpress Type B slots | - |
Card slots | Dual | Single |
Cost at release | $5,500 | $398 |