X-A7vs Nikon D7500vs Z7 II
Which should you buy?
Beginner Fujifilm — X-A7 (2019): The most affordable X-mount entry — Fujifilm colour and film simulations with a large flip screen for beginners.
Sports, Travel & Dslr Shooters — Nikon D7500 (2017): The D500's BSI sensor in a compact, weather-sealed body — excellent high-ISO performance and DSLR reliability at a great price.
Landscape & Studio / High-Resolution — Z7 II (2020): The Z7 II is a landscape and studio camera first, everything else second. 45.7MP with weather sealing and dual card slots is a compelling package. If you need resolution, it delivers. If you don't, the Z6 II is the smarter buy.
Who should buy what
X-A7 (2019)
- You want an affordable first mirrorless with decent video capabilities
- You shoot a lot of selfie-style content or vlog on a budget
- Note: no viewfinder and limited lens support — the X-T30 II is a better long-term investment
Nikon D7500 (2017)
- You're deeply invested in Nikon F-mount glass and aren't ready to switch systems
- You shoot wildlife or sport and still prefer an optical viewfinder response
- Note: consider the Z5 II or Z6 III if you're open to mirrorless for a future-proof investment
Z7 II (2020)
- Landscape photographers who print large or need to crop significantly
- Studio and commercial photographers requiring maximum resolution
- Architecture photographers where detail is non-negotiable
- Fine-art photographers who shoot primarily from a tripod
Quick take: The z7 ii has the highest resolution at 46mp; the x-a7 is the most affordable; only the nikon d7500, z7 ii are weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-A7 (2019) | Nikon D7500 (2017) | Z7 II (2020) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £399 | £899 | £2,699 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS (Bayer, not X-Trans) | 20.9MP APS-C BSI CMOS (D500 sensor) | 45.7MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 20.9MP | 45.7MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | 4K/30p (slight crop), FHD/60p | 4K/60p, 4K/30p (oversampled), 1080p/120p slow-motion |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast, 425 points | Multi-CAM 3500FX II, 51 points (15 cross-type) | Phase-detect, 493 points, Eye AF, subject tracking |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | None (no IBIS) | 5-axis IBIS, 5 stops (up to 6 stops with VR lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 6fps | 8fps mechanical | 10fps mechanical, 10fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~440 shots (CIPA) | ~950 shots (CIPA with OVF) | ~420 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 320g body only | 640g body only | 705g (body, battery, card) |
| Dimensions | 118.0 × 80.6 × 55.2mm | 135.5 × 104.0 × 72.5mm | 134.0 × 100.5 × 69.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | None | Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 0.94× magnification | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification |
| Screen | 3.5" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.2" tilting touchscreen | 3.2" tilting touchscreen, 2.1M dots |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Nikon F-mount (DX) | Nikon Z-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-II slot | Dual card: 1× CFexpress Type B / XQD + 1× SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2), Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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