Nikon
Z30
Compact APS-C Z mount for vloggers and beginners.
$709
Launch priceReleased Jun 2022
Sony
Alpha 7 V
33MP partially stacked Exmor RS hybrid with BIONZ XR2 AI, 30fps blackout-free burst, 7.5-stop IBIS, and 4K 60p oversampled from 7K.
$2,899
Launch priceReleased Dec 2025
Alpha 7 V is 3.4 years newer.
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Wins
Z30
Wins
Alpha 7 V
2 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7 V has higher IBIS effectiveness (7.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 209)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 11 fps)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Z30
128 × 74 × 60 mm
350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7 V
130 × 96 × 82 mm
695 g (1.53 lb / 24.52 oz)
Z30 is 2mm narrower, 23mm shorter, and 23mm thinner than Alpha 7 V.
Z30 is 345 g lighter than Alpha 7 V.
Depth (front-to-back): 60mm Z30 · 82mm Alpha 7 V
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Z30
128 × 74 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 V
130 × 96 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Z30
128 × 60 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 V
130 × 82 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Z30
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 mm² area
Alpha 7 V
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
2.3× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Z30
Nikon Z
90+
native lenses available
Alpha 7 V
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
Z30
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats
Codecs
Adds H.264/AVC
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 128, 73.5, 59.5
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
AF low-light limit
-4.5 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Weight
350 g vs 695 g — lower is better
Burst (mechanical)
11 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7 V
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
IBIS effectiveness
7.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130.3, 96.4, 82.4
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A / SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
AF points / zones
759 vs 209 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 11 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 51,200
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Z30
Pros
- ✓Very affordable
- ✓Vlog features
- ✓Compact
Cons
- –No EVF
- –No IBIS
- –Single slot
Alpha 7 V
Pros
- ✓33MP partially stacked sensor — ~4.5× faster readout than α7 IV
- ✓Blackout-free 30 fps with full AF/AE (electronic shutter)
- ✓7.5-stop central / 6.5-stop peripheral IBIS (CIPA 2024)
- ✓759-point phase-detect AF down to EV -4 with AI subject recognition
- ✓7K oversampled 4K 60p (full-frame, no pixel binning) + 4K 120p
- ✓Pre-Capture and dual USB-C (10 Gbps + USB 2.0)
- ✓Up to 16 stops dynamic range
Cons
- –Premium price vs α7 IV
- –4K 120p typically requires APS-C / Super 35 crop
- –Heavier than α7 IV (695 g vs 659 g with battery)
- –Complex menu and feature set
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Z30 or Alpha 7 V?
Alpha 7 V scores 7.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for Z30 — 33MP — ample resolution.
What's the resolution difference between the Z30 and Alpha 7 V?
Z30 is 20.9 MP and Alpha 7 V is 33 MP, so the Alpha 7 V captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Z30 and Alpha 7 V have in-body image stabilization?
Z30 does not have IBIS, while alpha 7 V has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Z30 or the Alpha 7 V?
Z30 reaches 11 fps electronic. Alpha 7 V reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Z30 and Alpha 7 V?
Z30 weighs 350 g and Alpha 7 V weighs 695 g, so the Z30 is 345 g lighter.
Do the Z30 and Alpha 7 V record 4K video?
Z30: 4K up to 30p. Alpha 7 V: 4K up to 120p.
Are the Z30 and Alpha 7 V weather sealed?
Z30: No. Alpha 7 V: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 330 shots (CIPA) for the Z30 and 630 shots for the Alpha 7 V, giving the Alpha 7 V the edge.
How much does each cost?
Z30 launched at $709 and Alpha 7 V at $2,899. The Z30 is $2,190 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Nikon and Sony press materials.