• 35mm 858.0mm2
  • 45.7 megapixels
  • ISO 64 - 25,600
  • 35mm 847.3mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 51,200

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Differences

Nikon Z7 advantages over Sony A7C

  • More telephoto lens reach
    70 mm vs 60 mm
    Capture objects farther away with the kit lens
  • Top deck display
    Yes vs No
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • More dots on screen
    2100k vs 922k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • More pixels
    45.7 vs 24.2 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos
  • Wider angle kit lens
    24 mm vs 28 mm
    Capture more of the scene with the included lens

Sony A7C advantages over Nikon Z7

  • Less expensive
    $1898 vs $3097
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 5.93 vs 4.35 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Longer video battery life
    115 vs 85 minutes
    Capture more video
  • Newer
    3 years vs 6 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
  • Higher extended ISO
    204800 vs 102400 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Both provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Both provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • External Mic Jack
    Both provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Both provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility

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Review Excerpt

  • Familiar design in a compact form; Rugged build quality; Gorgeous EVF; Excellent image quality; Good autofocus; In-body image stabilization; Good 4K video recording.

  • Single card slot; Not as good at subject tracking as some Nikon DSLR cameras; Limited native lens selection (although adapter works well); Limited buffer depths.

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The Competition

Compared to Sony A7 III

Nikon Z7
Sony A7 III
  • $2147
  • 35mm
  • Top deck display
  • More dots on screen
  • $1665
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Nikon Z7 vs Sony A7 III

Sony A7C
Sony A7 III
  • $1665
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Newer
  • $1665
  • 35mm
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Higher max flash sync

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Compared to Nikon Z6

Nikon Z7
Nikon Z6
  • $2147
  • 35mm
  • More pixels
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
  • $1797
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Nikon Z7 vs Nikon Z6

Sony A7C
Nikon Z6
  • $1665
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • NFC
  • $1797
  • 35mm
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Top deck display

Compare Sony A7C vs Nikon Z6

Compared to Canon EOS R

Nikon Z7
Canon EOS R
  • $2147
  • 35mm
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Fast startup
  • $1593
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Nikon Z7 vs Canon EOS R

Sony A7C
Canon EOS R
  • $1665
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $1593
  • 35mm
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Top deck display

Compare Sony A7C vs Canon EOS R

Compared to Canon EOS RP

Nikon Z7
Canon EOS RP
  • $2147
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $999
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Nikon Z7 vs Canon EOS RP

Sony A7C
Canon EOS RP
  • $1665
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $999
  • 35mm
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Wider angle kit lens

Compare Sony A7C vs Canon EOS RP

Compared to Sigma fp

Nikon Z7
Sigma fp
  • $2147
  • 35mm
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Tiltable Screen
  • $1766
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Nikon Z7 vs Sigma fp

Sony A7C
Sigma fp
  • $1665
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $1766
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Thinner

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