Nikon Z8 vs Sony A1 – The Full Comparison

Nikon Z8 and Sony A1 side by side

You may wonder why I am comparing two cameras with such different prices. The Sony A1 is the company’s flagship model and not only it is substantially more expensive than the Z8, but it also costs more than Nikon’s top-of-the-line Z9. However, if you momentarily set aside the price, you’ll …

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Nikon Z8 vs Z7 II – The Full Comparison

Nikon Z8 and Z7 II side by side, resting on a wooden bench.

The Nikon Z7 II is an updated version of the original Z7 model that inaugurated the Z-mount mirrorless system in 2018 (alongside the Z6). It is a compact full-frame camera with excellent resolution, capable autofocus, and decent video quality. The Z8 represents the next generation in performance that Nikon introduced …

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Nikon Z6 vs Sony A7 III – The complete comparison

Updated on: March 4th, 2020

The Sony A7 III is the most popular full frame camera on the market, and it has been since its release. As I’ve explained in other articles, it checks all the boxes and is competitively priced. In fact, camera stores often have to back-order it.

In the mirrorless segment, Sony was the only brand to offer 35mm format products until Nikon, Canon and Panasonic decided to compete in the same arena. Among the various models now on sale, the Nikon Z6 feels like the most direct rival. The size is similar and the specs match the E-mount camera on many fronts.

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Gallery of Nikon Z6 Sample Images (RAW & SOOC JPGs)

nikon z7 sample images

The Nikon Z6 was the first mirrorless full-frame camera, along with the Z7, announced by Nikon in 2018.

The Z6 features a BSI sensor with 24.5 megapixel, 273 phase detection points and a sensitivity range of 100 to 204800 ISO. There is in-body  5-axis stabilisation and the camera can record 4K video up to 30p, and provides a 10-bit 4:2:2 signal via the HDMI port. The burst speed goes up to 12fps. The camera includes a touch screen and a high resolution EVF. It has a single XQD card slot.

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Nikon Z7 vs Sony A7R III – The complete comparison

Updated on: March 4th 2020

The Z7 marks the start of a new chapter for Nikon. It and its sibling, the Z6, inaugurate the second mirrorless system from the brand, the first with a 35mm format sensor and a large Z mount that Nikon has designed to prepare its cameras for the next generation of full-frame lenses.

The Z7 is also Nikon’s answer to the Sony A7R mark III. They share many characteristics including a similar sensor resolution, 5-axis stabilisation, hybrid autofocus, 4K video, as well as numerous other things.

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