Nikon Zfvs A7C II
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Street & Travel Photography — Nikon Zf (2023): Full-frame performance in a stunning retro body — the Zf's 8-stop IBIS and gorgeous design make it uniquely compelling.
Full-Frame Hybrid — A7C II (2023): Full-frame AI autofocus in the most compact body available — the best camera under £1,500 for hybrid shooters.
Who should buy what
Nikon Zf (2023)
- Photographers who want full-frame Z quality in a retro-styled body
- Street and travel photographers attracted to the classic dial aesthetic
- Zfc owners who want to step up to full-frame without losing the retro design
- Anyone who wants the best-looking full-frame mirrorless available
A7C II (2023)
- Travel photographers who want full-frame quality in the most compact body
- Hybrid shooters who need full-frame video and IBIS in a small package
- A7C owners looking for a significant AF and video upgrade
- Portrait and wedding photographers who want a discreet full-frame backup
Quick take: The a7c ii has the highest resolution at 33mp; the a7c ii is the most affordable; only the nikon zf is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Nikon Zf (2023) | A7C II (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,699 | £1,499 |
| Sensor | 24.5MP Full-frame BSI CMOS | 33MP Full-frame Exmor R BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.5MP | 33.0MP |
| Video | 4K/30p oversampled, FHD/120p, N-Log, 10-bit | 4K/60p oversampled, S-Log3, 10-bit internal |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) | 759-point phase-detect, AI subject recognition |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 8.0 stops | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 14fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | 10fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~380 shots (CIPA) | ~530 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 710g with battery | 514g body only |
| Dimensions | 144.0 × 103.0 × 49.0mm | 124.0 × 71.1 × 63.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.70× magnification |
| Screen | 3.2" vari-angle touchscreen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) | Sony FE (full-frame E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | Dual slots: SD UHS-II + CFexpress Type A |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C (3.2), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Nikon Zf | A7C II |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | — | |
| Landscape | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Wedding & Events | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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