Nikon Z6 II vs Nikon Z7 II
Compare key differences and full specifications to find the camera that suits your photography.
Key differences
- Sensor resolution: Nikon Z6 II: 6062 x 4041 ; Nikon Z7 II: 8280 x 5520
- Effective megapixels: Nikon Z6 II: 24.5 ; Nikon Z7 II: 45.7
- AF phase-detection points: Nikon Z6 II: 273 ; Nikon Z7 II: 493
- Max burst speed: Nikon Z6 II: 14 fps (extended high speed; 10 fps with 14-bit RAW) ; Nikon Z7 II: 10 fps (extended high speed; 9 fps with 14-bit RAW)
- CIPA rated shots (EVF): Nikon Z6 II: 400 shots (power saving on) ; Nikon Z7 II: 380 shots (power saving on)
Best for
Larger prints and more cropping detail: Nikon Z7 II (45.7).
Action at a higher burst rate: Nikon Z6 II (14 fps (extended high speed; 10 fps with 14-bit RAW)).
Longer battery life using the viewfinder (CIPA): Nikon Z6 II (400 shots (power saving on)).
| Specification | Nikon Z6 II | Nikon Z7 II |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Model | Z6 II | Z7 II |
| Sensor | ||
| Sensor resolution | 6062 x 4041 | 8280 x 5520 |
| Total megapixels | 25.28 | 46.89 |
| Effective megapixels | 24.5 | 45.7 |
| Image | ||
| Max. image resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 8256 x 5504 |
| ISO | Auto, 100-51200 (extends to 50-204800) | Auto, 64-25600 (extends to 32-102400) |
| Autofocus & Drive | ||
| AF phase-detection points | 273 | 493 |
| Max burst speed | 14 fps (extended high speed; 10 fps with 14-bit RAW) | 10 fps (extended high speed; 9 fps with 14-bit RAW) |
| Power | ||
| CIPA rated shots (EVF) | 400 shots (power saving on) | 380 shots (power saving on) |
| CIPA rated shots (LCD) | — | 440 shots (power saving on) |