Nikon

Nikon Z7 II

The Nikon Z7 II lands as a entry-level mirrorless + dslr camera, built around 45.7 MP.

51/100
Mixed bag
Overall score · how we rate
45.7 MPfull-frame4KElectronic viewfinderUHS-II SDCFexpress
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Why we rate it

  • Phase detection AF
  • In-body stabilisation
  • Weather sealed
  • Above-average resolution
  • No stacked sensor
  • No eye af
Score profile

Where the Nikon Z7 II wins and loses

Scored against the mirrorless + dslr cameras class
SensorVideoAutofocusPerformanceStabilisati…ViewfinderBody65358035805980
Sensor
65
Video
35
Autofocus
80
Performance
35
Stabilisation
80
Viewfinder and screen
59
Body
80
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Sensor

Sensor typefull-frame
Sensor formatFull-frame
Resolution45.7 MP

Video

Max video4
Max FPS10
Max 4K FPS60

Autofocus

Phase detection AFYes
Low light AF-4

Performance

Burst speed10

Stabilisation

In-body stabilisationYes

Viewfinder and screen

Viewfinder typeElectronic viewfinder
EVF resolution3.69

Body

Weather sealedYes
Dual card slotsYes
Card slot 1UHS-II SD
Card slot 2CFexpress
CFexpress supportYes

Release

MountNikon Z
Head to head

Nikon Z7 II vs Canon Canon EOS R6 Mark II & RF 24-105mm F4L IS USM

Highlighted cell = better in that row
SensorVideoAutofocusPerformanceStabilisati…ViewfinderBody
Nikon Z7 IICanon EOS R6 Mark II & RF 24-105mm F4L IS USM
 NikonNikon Z7 IIThis pageCanonCanon EOS R6 Mark II & RF 24-105mm F4L IS USM
Overall score51 /10061 /100Better
Resolution45.7 MPBetter24.2 MP
Sensor typefull-frameFull Frame
Video max resolution46
Burst FPS1012Better
Who it's for

Is the Nikon Z7 II right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable mirrorless + dslr camera for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need stacked sensor, in which case a higher-tier mirrorless + dslr camera is the better call.

Enthusiast shooter
Shooting stills and video seriously, wants room to grow.
okay
Hybrid creator
Splits time between photos and video for content.
good
Beginner
Starting out and learning the ropes.
excellent
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the Nikon Z7 II worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 51/100 against other mirrorless + dslr cameras, a entry-level result where the class average is around 52.

What stands out on the Nikon Z7 II?

Its phase detection af stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.

How does it compare to the Nikon Z5 II?

The Nikon Z5 II scores 52/100 versus this one at 51/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.