Nikon
Z6 II
24MP hybrid workhorse before the Z6 III generation.
$1,999
Launch priceReleased Oct 2020
Sony
Alpha 7 III
Classic 24MP hybrid that defined the modern full-frame value proposition.
$1,999
Launch priceReleased Feb 2018
Z6 II is 2.7 years newer.
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Wins
Z6 II
Wins
Alpha 7 III
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7 III has higher AF points / zones (693 vs 273)
- AZ6 II has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
- BAlpha 7 III has higher Battery life (CIPA) (710 shots vs 410 shots)
- AZ6 II has higher EVF resolution (3,690,000 vs 2,359,296)
- AZ6 II has higher Burst (mechanical) (14 fps vs 10 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareZ6 II
134 × 101 × 70 mm
615 g (1.36 lb / 21.69 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7 III
127 × 96 × 74 mm
650 g (1.43 lb / 22.93 oz)
Z6 II is 4mm thinner than Alpha 7 III but it is also 7mm wider and 5mm taller.
Z6 II is 35 g lighter than Alpha 7 III.
Depth (front-to-back): 70mm Z6 II · 74mm Alpha 7 III
Sensor size, to scale
Z6 II
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Alpha 7 III
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Z6 II
Nikon Z
90+
native lenses available
Alpha 7 III
✓ 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
Z6 II
AF low-light limit
-4.5 EV vs -3 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats
Codecs
Adds H.265/HEVC, H.264/AVC
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 100.5, 69.5
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B / XQD
EVF resolution
3,690,000 vs 2,359,296 — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
14 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7 III
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal
Codecs
Adds XAVC S, AVCHD, H.264
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 126.9, 95.6, 73.7
AF points / zones
693 vs 273 — higher is better
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Battery life (CIPA)
710 shots vs 410 shots — higher is better
AF frame coverage
94 % vs 90 % — 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
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Z6 II
Pros
- ✓Proven hybrid
- ✓Dual slots
- ✓Good video
Cons
- –Superseded by Z6 III
- –24MP
- –Older AF
Alpha 7 III
Pros
- ✓Proven reliability
- ✓Great battery life
- ✓Strong value used
- ✓Dual card slots
Cons
- –Older AF vs newer bodies
- –4K 30p only
- –No 10-bit internal
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the Z6 II and Alpha 7 III at major authorized retailers.
Nikon Z6 II
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Z6 II or Alpha 7 III?
Z6 II scores 5.5/10 versus 4.0/10 for Alpha 7 III — 14fps burst — solid for most action.
What's the resolution difference between the Z6 II and Alpha 7 III?
Z6 II is 24.5 MP and Alpha 7 III is 24.2 MP, so the Z6 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Z6 II and Alpha 7 III have in-body image stabilization?
Z6 II has 5-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 7 III has 5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Z6 II or the Alpha 7 III?
Z6 II reaches 14 fps electronic. Alpha 7 III reaches 10 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Z6 II and Alpha 7 III?
Z6 II weighs 615 g and Alpha 7 III weighs 650 g, so the Z6 II is 35 g lighter.
Do the Z6 II and Alpha 7 III record 4K video?
Z6 II: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7 III: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Z6 II and Alpha 7 III weather sealed?
Z6 II: Yes. Alpha 7 III: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 410 shots (CIPA) for the Z6 II and 710 shots for the Alpha 7 III, giving the Alpha 7 III the edge.
How much does each cost?
Both launched at $1,999.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed November 2026.