Let’s compare the Nikon Z6 vs Nikon Z7.
Our comparison table below covers all the important specifications of each camera. In this side-by-side review, we will be comparing Nikon Z6 and Nikon Z7. Both cameras have 35mm sensors but Nikon Z6 has a 24.5 MP and Nikon Z7 has a 45.7 MP resolution.
Nikon Z6 | Nikon Z7 | |
Sensor and Camera Features | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Megapixels | 24.5 | 45.7 |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor Format | 35mm | 35mm |
SLR Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Crop Factor | 1.0x | 1.0x |
AA Filter | Fixed | None |
Image Resolution | 6048 x 4024 (24.3 MP, 3:2) | 8256 x 5504 (45.4 MP, 3:2) |
Body Image Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
Native ISO | Min 100 - Max 51200 | Min 64 - Max 25600 |
Full ISO Settings | Auto, 100 - 51,200 in 1/3, 1/2 or 1EV steps, plus down to 50 in Lo-1 and up to 204,800 in Hi-2 | Auto, 64 - 25,600 in 1/3, 1/2 or 1EV steps, plus down to 32 in Lo-1 and up to 102,400 in Hi-2 |
Startup Time | 1.5 seconds | 1.5 seconds |
AF System and Shooting | ||
Auto Focus Type | Hybrid phase-detection/contrast AF; 273 (single-point AF); Pinpoint, single-point and dynamic-area AF (pinpoint and dynamic-area AF available in photo mode only); wide-area AF (S); wide-area AF (L); auto-area AF; Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); continuous-servo AF (AF-C); full-time AF (AF-F; available only in movie mode); predictive focus tracking; Manual focus (M): Electronic rangefinder can be used; Touch AF and Touch Shutter supported. | Hybrid phase-detection/contrast AF; 493 (single-point AF); Pinpoint, single-point and dynamic-area AF (pinpoint and dynamic-area AF available in photo mode only); wide-area AF (S); wide-area AF (L); auto-area AF; Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); continuous-servo AF (AF-C); full-time AF (AF-F; available only in movie mode); predictive focus tracking; Manual focus (M): Electronic rangefinder can be used; Touch AF and Touch Shutter supported. |
Continuous Shooting Speed / Burst Mode | Auto, 100 - 51,200 in 1/3, 1/2 or 1EV steps, plus down to 50 in Lo-1 and up to 204,800 in Hi-2 | Auto, 64 - 25,600 in 1/3, 1/2 or 1EV steps, plus down to 32 in Lo-1 and up to 102,400 in Hi-2 |
Shutter Speed Range | 1/8000 - 30 sec | 1/8000 - 30 sec |
Bulb Mode | Yes | Yes |
JPEG Buffer Size | 47 | 26 |
AW Buffer Size | 35 | 23 |
Screen/viewfinder | ||
LCD | 3.2 | 3.2 |
LCD Resolution | 2,100,000 dots | 2,100,000 dots |
Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
Articulating Screen | Yes | Yes |
Tilt Swivel Screen | No | No |
Selfie Screen | No | No |
Top Deck Display | Yes | Yes |
Focus Peaking | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder | EVF / LCD | EVF / LCD |
Viewfinder Type | EVF: 1.27-cm/0.5-in., approx. 3690k-dot (Quad VGA) OLED with color balance and auto and 11-level manual brightness controls, 100% coverage, 0.8x magnification, 21mm eyepoint, -4 to +2 diopter, eye sensor | EVF: 1.27-cm/0.5-in., approx. 3690k-dot (Quad VGA) OLED with color balance and auto and 11-level manual brightness controls, 100% coverage, 0.8x magnification, 21mm eyepoint, -4 to +2 diopter, eye sensor |
Focus Peaking | Yes | Yes |
Video Features | ||
Video Resolution | 3840x2160 (30p/25p/24p) | 3840x2160 (30p/25p/24p) |
Video File Format | MOV/MP4 (H.265/MPEG-4 AVC, Linear PCM/AAC audio) | MOV/MP4 (H.265/MPEG-4 AVC, Linear PCM/AAC audio) |
Memory Card Type | XQD | XQD |
Dual Card Slot | No | No |
SD UHS Support | ||
Microphone Jack | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Jack | Yes | Yes |
Flash and Internal Connections | ||
Built-in Flash | No | No |
Max Flash Sync Speed | 1/200 | 1/200 |
Internal connections | Mini (Type C) HDMI, USB 3.0 Type C (SuperSpeed USB), 10-pin Expansion Terminal, Stereo Mic Jack (3.5mm, plug-in power provided), Stereo Audio Out (3.5mm) | Mini (Type C) HDMI, USB 3.0 Type C (SuperSpeed USB), 10-pin Expansion Terminal, Stereo Mic Jack (3.5mm, plug-in power provided), Stereo Audio Out (3.5mm) |
Connectivity | ||
Built-In Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
NFC | No | No |
Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
Built-In GPS | No | No |
USB Type | USB 3.0 Super Speed,Bluetooth,WiFi | USB 3.0 Super Speed,Bluetooth,WiFi |
Physical | ||
Battery Life (CIPA) | 310 shots | 330 shots |
Battery Types | EN-EL15b/EN-EL15a/EN-EL15 Lithium-ion rechargeable | EN-EL15b/EN-EL15a/EN-EL15 Lithium-ion rechargeable |
Weight | 41.4 oz (1,175 g) includes batteries, kit lens | 41.4 oz (1,175 g) includes batteries, kit lens |
Size | 5.3 x 4.0 x 2.7 in. (134 x 101 x 68 mm) | 5.3 x 4.0 x 2.7 in. (134 x 101 x 68 mm) |
Price | ||
Price | Buy starting from $1,996.95 |
Buy starting from $3,396.95 |
Release Date | 2018-11-16 | 2018-09-27 |