Nikon Z7 II vs Nikon D850

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      Specifications

      General Nikon Z7 II Nikon D850
      BrandNikonNikon
      ModelZ7 IID850
      Predecessor ModelNikon Z7 Nikon D810
      MSRP$2999 (body only), $3499 (w/24-70 F4 lens)$3299
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeMirrorlessDSLR
      Video Capture
      Sensor Nikon Z7 II Nikon D850
      Sensor TypeBSI-CMOSBSI-CMOS
      Sensor FormatFXFX
      Sensor SizeFull FrameFull Frame
      Sensor Dimensions35.9 x 23.9 mm35.9 x 23.9 mm
      Total Pixels46.89 Megapixel46.89 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels45.7 Megapixel45.7 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range64 - 25,60064 - 25,600
      Boosted ISO Range32 - 102,40032 - 102,400
      Photo Nikon Z7 II Nikon D850
      ProcessorDual EXPEED 6EXPEED 5
      Max Image Resolution8256 x 55048256 x 5504
      Other Resolutions5408 x 3600 (DX crop), 6880 x 5504 (5:4), 5504 x 5504 (1:1), 8256 x 4640 (16:9)
      Image Aspect Ratios1:1, 5:4, 3:2, 16:91:1, 5:4, 3:2, 16:9
      Image File FormatJPEG, RAWJPEG, RAW, TIFF
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, normal, basicFine, normal, basic
      Bit Depth14-Bit14-Bit
      Timelapse Recording
      White BalancePresets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Direct Sunlight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Preset Manual, ShadePresets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Direct Sunlight, Fine, Flash, Fluorescent, Fluorescent (White), Incandescent, Neutral White, Preset Manual, Shade
      WB Bracketing2 to 9 exposures in increments of 1, 2 or 3 EV
      Active D-LightingCan be selected from:
      Auto
      Extra High
      High
      Normal
      Low
      Off      		Can be selected from:
      Auto
      Extra High
      High
      Normal
      Low
      Off
      Active D-Lighting Bracketing
      Focus Nikon Z7 II Nikon D850
      Focusing SystemHybrid phase-detection/contrast AF with AF assist
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      Face Detection
      Live View      		Multi-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Lens ServoContinuous-Servo AF, Full-Time Servo, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AFAutomatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
      AF Detection Range-4 to +19 EV-4 to +20 EV
      Number of Focus Points493153
      Number of Cross-type Focus Points99
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Focusing ScreenType B BriteView Clear Matte Mark VIII with AF Area Brackets (grid lines can be displayed)
      Optics Nikon Z7 II Nikon D850
      Lens MountNikon ZNikon F
      Crop Factor1x1x
      Image Stabilization5-Axis Sensor Shift
      Image Stabilization Compensation5 stops
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Reflex MirrorQuick-return type
      Screen Nikon Z7 II Nikon D850
      Screen TypeTiltingTilting
      Screen TechnologyTFT LCDTFT LCD
      Touch Screen
      Screen Size3.2"3.2"
      Screen Resolution2,100k dot2,359k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Nikon Z7 II Nikon D850
      ViewfinderElectronicOptical (pentaprism)
      Viewfinder Size0.5"
      Viewfinder Coverage100%100%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.80x0.75x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.80x0.75x
      Viewfinder Resolution3,690k dot
      Viewfinder Eyepoint21 mm17 mm
      Diopter Adjustment-4 to +2-3 to +1
      Eye SensorAutomatically switches between monitor and viewfinder displays
      Shutter Nikon Z7 II Nikon D850
      Shutter TypeElectronic, Mechanical Focal PlaneElectronic, Mechanical Focal Plane
      Min Shutter Speed900 sec30 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/8000 sec1/8000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting10.0 fps7.0 fps
      Mirror Lock Up
      Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferUp to 10 fps at 45.7 MP for up to 50 FramesUp to 7 fps at 45.7 MP for up to 51 Frames (Raw)
      Flash Nikon Z7 II Nikon D850
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesFront-curtain sync
      Rear-curtain sync
      Red-eye reduction
      Red-eye reduction with slow sync
      Slow rear-curtain sync
      Slow sync
      Off      		Front-curtain sync (normal)
      Rear-curtain sync
      Red-eye reduction
      Red-eye reduction with slow sync
      Slow sync
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/200 sec1/250 sec
      Flash Compensation-3 to +1 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)-3 to +1 EV (1/3, 1/2, 1 EV Steps)
      Flash Bracketing2 to 9 frames in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, or 1 EV
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash SystemTTL: i-TTL flash control; i-TTL balanced fill-flash is used with matrix, center-weighted, and highlight-weighted metering, standard i-TTL fill-flash with spot meteringTTL: i-TTL flash control using RGB sensor with approximately 180K (180,000) pixels; i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR is used with matrix, center-weighted, and highlight-weighted metering, standard i-TTL fill-flash for digital SLR with spot metering
      External Flash ConnectionHot ShoeHot Shoe, PC Terminal
      Exposure Nikon Z7 II Nikon D850
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Highlight-weighted
      Spot      		Multi
      Center-weighted
      Highlight-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter PriorityAperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
      Metering Range-3 to +17 EV-3 to +20 EV
      Exposure Compensation±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 1 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing ±5 EV (2, 3, 5, 7 shots at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments)
      Exposure LockLuminosity locked at detected value
      DXO Nikon Z7 II Nikon D850
      DxO Low Light ISO28412660
      DxO Color Depth26.326.4
      DxO Dynamic Range14.714.8
      DxO Overall Score100100
      Video Nikon Z7 II Nikon D850
      Movie File FormatMOV
      MP4      		MOV
      MP4
      Internal Recording ModesH.264/MOV/MP4 4:2:0 8-Bit
      4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98/25/29.97/59.94 fps
      Full HD: 1920 x 1080p @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100 fps      		H.264/MOV/MP4
      4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98/25/29.97 fps
      Full HD: 1920 x 1080p @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
      HD: 1280 x 720 @ 50/59.94 fps
      Interval Recording
      Video FormatsMPEG-4, H.264MPEG-4
      Max Video Resolution3840 x 21603840 x 2160
      External Recording Modes4:2:2 10-Bit via HDMI
      UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)
      1920 x 1080      		4:2:2 8-Bit via HDMI
      UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) @ 24.00/25/29.97 fps
      1920 x 1080p @ 24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
      1280 x 720 @ 50/59.94 fps
      No crop on 4K Videos
      Webcam Functionality
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit30 min30 min - 60 fps or less
      3 min - 120/100 fps
      Terminals Nikon Z7 II Nikon D850
      Audio I/O1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
      1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input      		1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
      1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
      Power I/O1 x USB-C Input/Output
      Other I/O1 x USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 1) Data Input/Output (Shared with Power Input)
      1 x Nikon DC2 Input      		1 x Micro-USB (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 1) Output
      1 x Nikon 10-Pin Input
      1 x PC Sync Socket Output
      USB SpeedUSB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec)USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec)
      HDMI Output Mini Mini
      SpeakerMonoMono
      Built-in MicrophoneStereoStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Nikon Z7 II Nikon D850
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Wi-Fi VersionWi-Fi 5, 802.11ac/b/g/n, 2.4/5 GHz802.11b/g, 2.4 GHz
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Bluetooth Version4.1 LE
      NFC
      Mobile App Compatible *As of November, 2022: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility *As of May, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
      Remote Control via MC-DC2 or smartphone wired, wireless, smartphone
      Environmental Nikon Z7 II Nikon D850
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
      Operating Humidity0 to 85%0 to 85%
      Physical Nikon Z7 II Nikon D850
      Dimensions134 x 101 x 70 mm (5.28 x 3.98 x 2.76")146 x 124 x 79 mm (5.75 x 4.88 x 3.11")
      Weight (inc. batteries)705 g (1.55 lb / 24.87 oz)1005 g (2.22 lb / 35.45 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)8.7 x 7.3 x 5.2"10.2 x 6.4 x 5.7"
      Package Weight2.9 lb4.265 lb
      Power and Storage Nikon Z7 II Nikon D850
      Battery PackEN-EL15cEN-EL15a
      Battery Life420 shots1840 shots
      USB Charging
      Internal Storage
      External StorageSlot 1: CFexpress Type B / XQD
      Slot 2: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)      		Slot 1: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)
      Slot 2: CFexpress Type B / XQD
      Other Nikon Z7 II Nikon D850
      Self Timer 2, 5, 10 or 20 secs 2, 5, 10, 20 secs
      Orientation Sensor
      Tripod Mounting Thread1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
      Accessory Mount1 x Hot Shoe Mount1 x Hot Shoe Mount
      Material of ConstructionMagnesium AlloyMagnesium Alloy
      Illuminated Buttons
      Virtual Horizon Camera Indicator
      Also visible in LiveView Modes
      Also visible in Viewfinder
      Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction SystemImage Dust Off reference data (requires Capture NX-D); image sensor cleaningImage sensor cleaning
      Image Dust Off reference data (optional Capture NX-D software required)


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