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Nikon and Sony cameras are pretty great in their own way. Nikon’s latest mirrorless models build on their older ones and Sony’s offerings have been doing pretty well, too. While many would opt for Sony due to its sheer number of lenses and advanced autofocus, it appears that Nikon is trying to change that. So, here is a face-off between the cameras, and let’s see which one fares well.
Autofocus
Autofocus is one of the most important parameters in the device. The Sony A7 III is one camera that excels at that. The camera can focus fast and accurately, including in challenging situations. With the right lens on, the camera can also focus withing an assist lamp. And the fact detection and Animal AF also help you get sharp, focused images, ensuring you get portraits of humans and pets with ease.
The Nikon Z5 II is a new camera that is built on the Z5. As a result, it can also focus quickly and with ease, and it works well in various lighting conditions. This means you also get good images in harsh lights. The Z5 II can also recognize and latch onto the subjects, making tracking easy. For the best results, preselect your subject and limit the area of detection. The 3D autofocus is another add-on to help you get the best shots.
Specs:
- Sony A7 III has 693 AF points, including face detection and EyeAF, and Animal EyeAF
- Nikon Z5 II features 273 AF points, and can detect people, birds, dogs, cats, cars, bicycles, motorcycles, trains, and airplanes
Image Quality
The A7 III is a good camera for image quality, too. It features a robust RAW file system, ensuring good dynamic range. This is not surprising since the older cameras were able to achieve the same. The device is also pretty much a jack of all trades, and so, the color rendering is excellent. The depth of colors is another reason to choose this. As for high ISO output, you get clean images, even at ISO 3200. And in the latter case, the camera out performed the Sony A7R III in some ways.
The Nikon Z5 II utilizes Nikon’s color science, which helps create accurate images with vibrant colors, similar to the Zf. The dynamic range is great, and the JPEG offers a lot of details. The latter will also make it easy to upload images to the web without editing. The low-light result is also impressive, as the camera effectively controls noise and recovers detail in the shadows.
Specs:
- Sony A7 III has ISO up to 204,800 and a burst rate of 10fps
- The Nikon Z5 II features a 24.3MP full-frame sensor and ISO up to 102,400.
Build/Ergonomics
The Sony a7 III looks and feels similar to its older sibling, the Sony a7r III. But when it comes to the mount, this model is not as weather-resistant as the other flagships. The battery, on the other hand, is pretty good and can last as long as the 5D Mk II. The latter is perfect if you are someone who travels a lot for your assignments.
The Nikon Z5 II features the same body as the Z5, and its ergonomics remain unchanged. You also get a good LCD, which is different from the last one. Overall, the design and build will last long, and the weather sealing makes sure of that.
Specs:
- Sony a7 III features 2.36m-dot EVF, a 3.0-inch 922k-dot LCD, and 5-axis image stabilisation
- The Nikon Z5 II comes with a 3.6-million-dot EVF. There is also a 3.2-inch 1.04m-dot LCD.
Conclusion
The Nikon Z5 II costs $1,846, while the Sony A7 III costs $1,998. Between the two, the Sony A7 III is a decade old and costs more. If you are looking for a new camera that excels in various areas, the Nikon Z5 II is a great option. However, if you are an enthusiast who wants a camera with a wider lens range, then the A7 III may be a better option. However, if you can get a second-hand model of the latter, you will certainly save more money. The choice is yours.
