Nikon Z6 III vs Sony Alpha 7 IV

Nikon Z6 III
Sony Alpha 7 IV

Decision sheet: the facts that decide it

Nikon Z6 III: 6 of 9 decision facts sourced.

Sony Alpha 7 IV: 7 of 9 decision facts sourced.

Nikon Z6 IIISony Alpha 7 IV
Price todayPrice not yet checkedPrice not yet checked
Sensor35mm Full Frame (36 x 24 mm) bestbuy.com35mm Full Frame (36 x 24 mm) bestbuy.com
Resolution24.5 megapixels bestbuy.com33 megapixels bestbuy.com
Video6K bestbuy.comFull HD (1080p) bestbuy.com
AutofocusNot yet sourced759 bestbuy.com
ViewfinderElectronic bestbuy.comElectronic bestbuy.com
Weight2.41 pounds bestbuy.com1.45 pounds bestbuy.com
Starting MSRP$3,249.95 bestbuy.com$2,699.99 bestbuy.com

Not yet sourced — Nikon Z6 III: Stabilization, Burst, Autofocus. Sony Alpha 7 IV: Stabilization, Burst. No manufacturer, official or retailer source we read publishes these yet; we don't estimate them.

Pick Sony Alpha 7 IV if

Skip both if

  • Neither publishes stabilization or burst yet.
Verified Confidence: 81%

Verdict: On the figures both makers publish, the Alpha 7 IV leads with more resolution (33 MP vs 24.5 MP), lighter (1.45 lb vs 2.41 lb) and lower starting price ($2,699 vs $3,249). Neither publishes stabilization or burst yet.

Winner: Sony Alpha 7 IV

Nikon Z6 III: 6.5/10

Sony Alpha 7 IV: 7.5/10

Spec-by-spec comparison

Nikon Z6 IIISony Alpha 7 IV
Sensor35mm Full Frame (36 x 24 mm)35mm Full Frame (36 x 24 mm)
Resolution24.5 megapixels33 megapixels
ISO range10050
Video6KFull HD (1080p)
Weight2.41 pounds1.45 pounds
ViewfinderElectronicElectronic

Nikon Z6 III

What works

  • Excellent low-light performance
  • Robust build quality
  • Good battery life

What doesn't

  • Lower resolution than competitors
  • No fully articulating screen

Sony Alpha 7 IV

What works

  • Higher resolution sensor
  • Fully articulating touchscreen
  • Strong autofocus system

What doesn't

  • Higher price point
  • Battery life lower than Z6 III

Bottom line

Our pick: Sony Alpha 7 IV.

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