• 35mm 847.3mm2
  • 12.1 megapixels
  • ISO 80 - 102,400
  • 35mm 858.0mm2
  • 24.5 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 51,200

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Differences

Sony A7S III advantages over Nikon Z6 II

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Slower slow-motion
    240 fps vs 120 fps
    Supports slower slow-mo
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 8.40 vs 5.94 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Higher extended ISO
    409600 vs 204800 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Nikon Z6 II advantages over Sony A7S III

  • Less expensive
    $2097 vs $3198*
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Top deck display
    Yes vs No
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • More dots on screen
    2100k vs 1440k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • More pixels
    24.5 vs 12.1 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Both provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • External Mic Jack
    Both provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Dual card slots
    Both provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Both provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

User reviews

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The Competition

Compared to Sony A7S II

Sony A7S III
Sony A7S II
  • $3348
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $2398
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
Nikon Z6 II
Sony A7S II
  • $1747
  • 35mm
  • Touchscreen
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • $2398
  • 35mm
  • Bigger pixels
  • In-camera panoramas

Compared to Sony A9 II

Sony A7S III
Sony A9 II
  • $3348
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $4498
  • 35mm
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • More pixels
Nikon Z6 II
Sony A9 II
  • $1747
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Top deck display
  • $4498
  • 35mm
  • NFC
  • Longer video battery life

Compared to Canon R6

Sony A7S III
Canon R6
  • $3348
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Bigger pixels
  • $2149
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • On-sensor phase detect
Nikon Z6 II
Canon R6
  • $1747
  • 35mm
  • Top deck display
  • More pixels
  • $2149
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compared to Nikon Z5

Sony A7S III
Nikon Z5
  • $3348
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Bigger pixels
  • $1147
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • On-sensor phase detect
Nikon Z6 II
Nikon Z5
  • $1747
  • 35mm
  • Top deck display
  • More dots on screen
  • $1147
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive

Compared to Panasonic S5 II

Sony A7S III
Panasonic S5 II
  • $3348
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Bigger pixels
  • $2000
  • 35mm
  • High resolution composite
  • Top deck display
Nikon Z6 II
Panasonic S5 II
  • $1747
  • 35mm
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
  • $2000
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Slower slow-motion
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