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Nikon D7100 vs Sony A7 II

The Nikon D7100 and the Sony Alpha A7 II are two enthusiast cameras that were officially introduced, respectively, in February 2013 and November 2014. The D7100 is a DSLR, while the A7 II is a mirrorless interchangeable lens camera. The cameras are based on an APS-C (D7100) and a full frame (A7 II) sensor. Both cameras offer a resolution of 24 megapixels.

Below is an overview of the main specs of the two cameras as a starting point for the comparison.

Headline Specifications
Nikon D7100
versus
Sony A7 II
Nikon D7100   Sony A7 II
Digital single lens reflex Mirrorless system camera
Nikon F mount lenses Sony E mount lenses
24 MP – APS-C sensor 24 MP – Full Frame sensor
1080/60p Video 1080/60p Video
ISO 100-6,400 (50 - 25,600) ISO 100-25,600 (50 - 51,200)
Optical viewfinder Electronic viewfinder (2400k dots)
3.2" LCD – 1229k dots 3.0" LCD – 1230k dots
Fixed screen (not touch-sensitive) Tilting screen (no touchscreen)
6 shutter flaps per second 5 shutter flaps per second
Lens stabilization onlyIn-body stabilization
Weathersealed bodyWeathersealed body
950 shots per battery charge350 shots per battery charge
136 x 107 x 76 mm, 765 g 127 x 96 x 60 mm, 599 g
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Going beyond this snapshot of core features and characteristics, what are the differences between the Nikon D7100 and the Sony Alpha A7 II? Which one should you buy? Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their imaging sensors, their shooting features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers.

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Body comparison

An illustration of the physical size and weight of the Nikon D7100 and the Sony A7 II is provided in the side-by-side display below. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three consecutive views from the front, the top, and the rear side are shown. All width, height and depth measures are rounded to the nearest millimeter.

Size Nikon D7100 vs Sony A7 II
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Comparison D7100 or A7 II rear

If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Sony A7 II is notably smaller (16 percent) than the Nikon D7100. Moreover, the A7 II is markedly lighter (22 percent) than the D7100. In this context, it is worth noting that both cameras are splash and dust-proof and can, hence, be used in inclement weather conditions or harsh environments.

The above size and weight comparisons are to some extent incomplete since they do not consider the interchangeable lenses that both of these cameras require. A larger imaging sensor will tend to go along with bigger and heavier lenses, although exceptions exist. You can compare the optics available for the two cameras in the Nikon Lens Catalog (D7100) and the Sony FE Lens Catalog (A7 II). Mirrorless cameras, such as the A7 II, have moreover the advantage that they can use many lenses from other systems via adapters, as they have a relatively short flange to focal plane distance.

Concerning battery life, the D7100 gets 950 shots out of its Nikon EN-EL15 battery, while the A7 II can take 350 images on a single charge of its Sony NP-FW50 power pack. The power pack in the A7 II can be charged via the USB port, which can be very convenient when travelling.

The adjacent table lists the principal physical characteristics of the two cameras alongside a wider set of alternatives. In case you want to display and compare another camera duo, you can use the CAM-parator app to select your camera combination among a large number of options.

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Body Specifications
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Nikon D7100 136 mm 107 mm 76 mm 765 g 950 i Feb 2013 US$ 1 199ebay.com
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Sony A7 II 127 mm 96 mm 60 mm 599 g 350 i Nov 2014 US$ 1 999ebay.com
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Canon 70D 139 mm 104 mm 79 mm 755 g 920 i Jul 2013 US$ 1 199ebay.com
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Nikon D500 147 mm 115 mm 81 mm 860 g 1240 i Jan 2016 US$ 1 999ebay.com
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Nikon D600 141 mm 113 mm 82 mm 850 g 900 i Sep 2012 US$ 2 099ebay.com
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Nikon D610 141 mm 113 mm 82 mm 850 g 900 i Oct 2013 US$ 1 999ebay.com
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Nikon D750 141 mm 113 mm 78 mm 750 g 1230 i Sep 2014 US$ 2 299ebay.com
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Nikon D3300 124 mm 98 mm 76 mm 430 g 700 i Jan 2014 US$ 499ebay.com
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Nikon D7000 132 mm 105 mm 77 mm 780 g 1050 i Sep 2010 US$ 1 499ebay.com
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Nikon D7200 136 mm 107 mm 76 mm 765 g 1110 i Mar 2015 US$ 1 199ebay.com
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Nikon D7500 136 mm 104 mm 73 mm 720 g 950 i Apr 2017 US$ 1 299 amazon.com
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Sony A7 127 mm 94 mm 48 mm 474 g 340 i Oct 2013 US$ 1 699ebay.com
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Sony A7 III 127 mm 96 mm 74 mm 650 g 610 i Feb 2018 US$ 1 999 amazon.com
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Sony A7C 124 mm 71 mm 60 mm 509 g 740 i Sep 2020 US$ 1 799 amazon.com
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Sony A7R 127 mm 94 mm 48 mm 465 g 340 i Oct 2013 US$ 2 299ebay.com
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Sony A9 II 129 mm 96 mm 76 mm 678 g 690 i Oct 2019 US$ 4 499 amazon.com
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Sony RX10 129 mm 88 mm 102 mm 813 g 420 i Oct 2013 US$ 1 299ebay.com
Note: Measurements and pricing do not include easily detachable parts, such as add-on or interchangeable lenses or optional viewfinders.
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The price is, of course, an important factor in any camera decision. The manufacturer’s suggested retail prices give an idea on the placement of the camera in the maker’s lineup and the broader market. The D7100 was launched at a markedly lower price (by 40 percent) than the A7 II, which puts it into a different market segment. Normally, street prices remain initially close to the MSRP, but after a couple of months, the first discounts appear. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down.

Sensor comparison

The size of the sensor inside a digital camera is one of the key determinants of image quality. A large sensor will tend to have larger individual pixels that provide better low-light sensitivity, wider dynamic range, and richer color-depth than smaller pixel-units in a sensor of the same technological generation. Further, a large sensor camera will give the photographer additional creative options when using shallow depth-of-field to isolate a subject from its background. On the downside, larger sensors tend to be more expensive and lead to bigger and heavier cameras and lenses.

Of the two cameras under consideration, the Nikon D7100 features an APS-C sensor and the Sony A7 II a full frame sensor. The sensor area in the A7 II is 133 percent bigger. As a result of these sensor size differences, the cameras have a format factor of, respectively, 1.5 and 1.0. Both cameras have a native aspect ratio (sensor width to sensor height) of 3:2.

Nikon D7100 and Sony A7 II sensor measures

Even though the A7 II has a larger sensor, both cameras offer the same resolution of 24 megapixels. This implies that the A7 II has a lower pixel density and larger individual pixels (with a pixel pitch of 5.97μm versus 3.91μm for the D7100), which gives it a potential advantage in terms of light gathering capacity. In addition, the A7 II is a somewhat more recent model (by 1 year and 8 months) than the D7100, and its sensor might have benefitted from technological advances during this time. Coming back to sensor resolution, it should be mentioned that the D7100 has no anti-alias filter installed, so that it can capture all the detail its sensor resolves.

The A7 II has on-sensor phase detect pixels, which results in fast and reliable autofocus acquisition even during live view operation.

The Nikon D7100 has a native sensitivity range from ISO 100 to ISO 6400, which can be extended to ISO 50-25600. The corresponding ISO settings for the Sony Alpha A7 II are ISO 100 to ISO 25600, with the possibility to increase the ISO range to 50-51200.

Technology-wise, both cameras are equipped with CMOS (Complementary Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor) sensors. Both cameras use a Bayer filter for capturing RGB colors on a square grid of photosensors. This arrangement is found in most digital cameras.

D7100 versus A7 II MP

Consistent information on actual sensor performance is available from DXO Mark for many cameras. This service assesses and scores the color depth ("DXO Portrait"), dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), and low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports") of camera sensors, and also publishes an overall camera score. Of the two cameras under consideration, the A7 II has a markedly higher DXO score than the D7100 (overall score 7 points higher), which will translate into better image quality. The advantage is based on 0.7 bits higher color depth, 0.1 EV of lower dynamic range, and 1 stops in additional low light sensitivity. The following table provides an overview of the physical sensor characteristics, as well as the sensor quality measurements for a selection of comparators.

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Sports
DXO
Overall
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Nikon D7100 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p24.213.7125683
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Sony A7 II Full Frame 24.0 6000 40001080/60p24.913.6244990
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Canon 70D APS-C 20.0 5472 36481080/30p22.511.692668
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Nikon D500 APS-C 20.7 5568 37124K/30p24.014.0132483
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Nikon D600 Full Frame 24.2 6016 40161080/30p25.114.2298094
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Nikon D610 Full Frame 24.2 6016 40161080/30p25.114.4292594
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Nikon D750 Full Frame 24.2 6016 40161080/60p24.814.5295693
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Nikon D3300 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p24.312.8138582
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Nikon D7000 APS-C 16.1 4928 32641080/24p23.513.9116780
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Nikon D7200 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p24.514.6133387
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Nikon D7500 APS-C 20.7 5568 37124K/30p24.314.0148386
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Sony A7 Full Frame 24.0 6000 40001080/60p24.814.2224890
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Sony A7 III Full Frame 24.0 6000 40004K/30p25.014.7373096
14.
 
Sony A7C Full Frame 24.0 6000 40004K/30p25.014.7340795
15.
 
Sony A7R Full Frame 36.2 7360 49121080/60p25.614.1274695
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Sony A9 II Full Frame 24.0 6000 40004K/30p25.014.0343493
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Sony RX10 1-inch 20.0 5472 36481080/60p22.912.647469
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Many modern cameras are not only capable of taking still images, but also of capturing video footage. Both cameras under consideration are equipped with sensors that have a sufficiently high read-out speed for moving images, and both provide the same movie specifications (1080/60p).

Feature comparison

Beyond body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a range of features. For example, the A7 II has an electronic viewfinder (2400k dots), while the D7100 has an optical one. Both systems have their advantages, with the electronic viewfinder making it possible to project supplementary shooting information into the framing view, whereas the optical viewfinder offers lag-free viewing and a very clear framing image. The viewfinders of both cameras offer the same field of view (100%), but the viewfinder of the A7 II has a higher magnification than the one of the D7100 (0.71x vs 0.63x), so that the size of the image transmitted appears closer to the size seen with the naked human eye. The following table reports on some other key feature differences and similarities of the Nikon D7100, the Sony A7 II, and comparable cameras.

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Nikon D7100optical i3.2 / 1229 fixed i 1/8000s 6.0/s i i
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Sony A7 II2400 i3.0 / 1230 tilting i 1/8000s 5.0/s i i
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Canon 70Doptical i3.0 / 1040 swivel i 1/8000s 7.0/s i i
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Nikon D500optical i3.2 / 2359 tilting i 1/8000s 10.0/s i i
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Nikon D600optical i3.0 / 921 fixed i 1/4000s 5.5/s i i
6.
 
Nikon D610optical i3.2 / 921 fixed i 1/4000s 6.0/s i i
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Nikon D750optical i3.2 / 1229 tilting i 1/4000s 6.0/s i i
8.
 
Nikon D3300optical i3.0 / 921 fixed i 1/4000s 5.0/s i i
9.
 
Nikon D7000optical i3.0 / 921 fixed i 1/8000s 6.0/s i i
10.
 
Nikon D7200optical i3.2 / 1229 fixed i 1/8000s 6.0/s i i
11.
 
Nikon D7500optical i3.2 / 922 tilting i 1/8000s 8.0/s i i
12.
 
Sony A72400 i3.0 / 1230 tilting i 1/8000s 5.0/s i i
13.
 
Sony A7 III2359 i3.0 / 922 tilting i 1/8000s 10.0/s i i
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Sony A7C2360 i3.0 / 922 swivel i 1/4000s 10.0/s i i
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Sony A7R2400 i3.0 / 1230 tilting i 1/8000s 4.0/s i i
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Sony A9 II3686 i3.0 / 1440 tilting i 1/8000s 20.0/s i i
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Sony RX101440 i3.0 / 1229 tilting i 1/3200s 10.0/s i i
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One difference between the cameras concerns the presence of an on-board flash. The D7100 has one, while the A7 II does not. While the built-in flash of the D7100 is not very powerful, it can at times be useful as a fill-in light.

The Nikon D7100 has an intervalometer built-in. This enables the photographer to capture time lapse sequences, such as flower blooming, a sunset or moon rise, without purchasing an external camera trigger and related software.

The D7100 writes its imaging data to SDXC cards, while the A7 II uses SDXC or Memory Stick PRO Duo cards. The D7100 features dual card slots, which can be very useful in case a memory card fails. In contrast, the A7 II only has one slot. Both cameras can use UHS-I cards, which provide for Ultra High Speed data transfer of up to 104 MB/s.

Connectivity comparison

For some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Nikon D7100 and Sony Alpha A7 II and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer.

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Nikon D7100istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Sony A7 IIistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Canon 70Distereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Nikon D500istereo / monoiimini3.0iii
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Nikon D600imono / monoiimini2.0iii
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Nikon D610imono / monoiimini2.0iii
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Nikon D750istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Nikon D3300imono / monoiimini2.0iii
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Nikon D7000imono / monoiimini2.0iii
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Nikon D7200istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
11.
 
Nikon D7500istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
12.
 
Sony A7istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
13.
 
Sony A7 IIIistereo / monoiimicro3.1iii
14.
 
Sony A7Cistereo / monoiimicro3.2iii
15.
 
Sony A7Ristereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Sony A9 IIistereo / monoiimicro3.1iii
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Sony RX10istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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It is notable that the A7 II offers wifi support, which can be a very convenient means to transfer image data to an off-camera location. In contrast, the D7100 does not provide wifi capability.

Both the D7100 and the A7 II have been discontinued, but can regularly be found used on ebay. The D7100 was replaced by the Nikon D7200, while the A7 II was followed by the Sony A7 III. Further information on the features and operation of the D7100 and A7 II can be found, respectively, in the Nikon D7100 Manual (free pdf) or the online Sony A7 II Manual.

Review summary

So what is the bottom line? Is the Nikon D7100 better than the Sony A7 II or vice versa? A synthesis of the relative strong points of each of the models is listed below.

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Arguments in favor of the Nikon D7100:

  • Maximized detail: Lacks an anti-alias filter to exploit the sensor's full resolution potential.
  • Brighter framing: Features an optical viewfinder for clear, lag-free composition.
  • Easier setting verification: Features an LCD display on top to control shooting parameters.
  • Larger screen: Has a bigger rear LCD (3.2" vs 3.0") for image review and settings control.
  • Faster burst: Shoots at higher frequency (6 vs 5 flaps/sec) to capture the decisive moment.
  • Easier time-lapse photography: Has an intervalometer built-in for low frequency shooting.
  • Longer lasting: Can take more shots (950 versus 350) on a single battery charge.
  • Easier fill-in: Is equipped with a small onboard flash to brighten deep shadow areas.
  • Greater peace of mind: Features a second card slot as a backup in case of memory card failure.
  • More affordable: Was introduced into a lower priced category (40 percent cheaper at launch).
  • More heavily discounted: Has been on the market for longer (launched in February 2013).

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Advantages of the Sony Alpha A7 II:

  • Better moiré control: Has an anti-alias filter to avoid artificial patterns to appear in images.
  • Better image quality: Scores markedly higher (7 points) in the DXO overall evaluation.
  • Better low-light sensitivity: Can shoot in dim conditions (1 stops ISO advantage).
  • Better live-view autofocus: Features on-sensor phase-detection for more confident autofocus.
  • More framing info: Has an electronic viewfinder that displays shooting data.
  • Larger viewfinder image: Features a viewfinder with a higher magnification (0.71x vs 0.63x).
  • More flexible LCD: Has a tilting screen for odd-angle shots in landscape orientation.
  • More compact: Is smaller (127x96mm vs 136x107mm) and will fit more readily into a bag.
  • Less heavy: Has a lower weight (by 166g or 22 percent) and is thus easier to take along.
  • Easier travel charging: Can be conveniently charged via its USB port.
  • Sharper images: Has stabilization technology built-in to reduce the impact of hand-shake.
  • More legacy lens friendly: Can use many non-native lenses via adapters.
  • Easier file upload: Has wifi built in for automatic backup or image transfer to the web.
  • Easier device pairing: Supports NFC for fast wireless image transfer over short distances.
  • More modern: Was introduced somewhat (1 year and 8 months) more recently.

If the count of individual advantages (bullet points above) is taken as a guide, the A7 II is the clear winner of the contest (15 : 11 points). However, the pertinence of the various camera strengths will differ across photographers, so that you might want to weigh individual camera traits according to their importance for your own imaging needs before making a camera decision. A professional wildlife photographer will view the differences between cameras in a way that diverges from the perspective of a family photog, and a person interested in architecture has distinct needs from a sports shooter. Hence, the decision which camera is best and worth buying is often a very personal one.

D7100 11:15 A7 II

How about other alternatives? Do the specifications of the Nikon D7100 and the Sony A7 II place the cameras among the top in their class? Find out in the latest Best DSLR Camera and Best Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera listings whether the two cameras rank among the cream of the crop.

In any case, while the comparison of the spec-sheets of cameras can offer a general idea of their imaging potential, it remains incomplete and does no justice, for example, to the way the D7100 or the A7 II perform in practice. User reviews, such as those found at amazon, can sometimes inform about these issues, but such feedback is often incomplete, inconsistent, and biased.

Expert reviews

This is why hands-on reviews by experts are important. The following table reports the overall ratings of the cameras as published by some of the major camera review sites (amateurphotographer [AP], cameralabs [CL], digitalcameraworld [DCW], dpreview [DPR], ephotozine [EPZ], photographyblog [PB]). As can be seen, the professional reviewers agree in many cases on the quality of different cameras, but sometimes their assessments diverge, reinforcing the earlier point that a camera decision is often a very personal choice.

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Nikon D71005/5+ +..85/1004.5/54.5/5 Feb 2013 US$ 1 199ebay.com
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Sony A7 II5/5+4/582/1004.5/55/5 Nov 2014 US$ 1 999ebay.com
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Canon 70D5/5+ +..83/1004.5/55/5 Jul 2013 US$ 1 199ebay.com
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Nikon D5005/5+ +4.7/591/1004.5/55/5 Jan 2016 US$ 1 999ebay.com
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Nikon D6004/5+ +..87/1005/54.5/5 Sep 2012 US$ 2 099ebay.com
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Nikon D6104/5+ +..87/1004.5/54.5/5 Oct 2013 US$ 1 999ebay.com
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Nikon D7505/5+ +4/590/1004.5/54.5/5 Sep 2014 US$ 2 299ebay.com
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Nikon D33003/5+..77/1004.5/54.5/5 Jan 2014 US$ 499ebay.com
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Nikon D70004/5....80/1004.5/54.5/5 Sep 2010 US$ 1 499ebay.com
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Nikon D72004/5+ +..84/1004.5/54.5/5 Mar 2015 US$ 1 199ebay.com
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Nikon D75004.5/5+ +4.5/586/1005/54.5/5 Apr 2017 US$ 1 299 amazon.com
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Sony A75/5+ +..80/1005/55/5 Oct 2013 US$ 1 699ebay.com
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Sony A7 III..+ +4.5/589/1005/55/5 Feb 2018 US$ 1 999 amazon.com
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Sony A7C3.5/5..3.5/586/1004/54/5 Sep 2020 US$ 1 799 amazon.com
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Sony A7R5/5+ +..82/1004.5/55/5 Oct 2013 US$ 2 299ebay.com
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Sony A9 II....5/590/1005/55/5 Oct 2019 US$ 4 499 amazon.com
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Sony RX105/5+..80/1004.5/54.5/5 Oct 2013 US$ 1 299ebay.com
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Care should be taken when interpreting the review scores above, though. The ratings were established in reference to similarly priced cameras that were available in the market at the time of the review. Hence, a score should always be seen in the context of the camera's market launch date and its price, and comparing ratings of very distinct cameras or ones that are far apart in terms of their release date have little meaning. Also, kindly note that some of the listed sites have over time developped their review approaches and their reporting style.

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Specifications: Nikon D7100 vs Sony A7 II

Below is a side-by-side comparison of the specs of the two cameras to facilitate a quick review of their differences and common features.

Camera Specifications
Camera Model Nikon D7100 Sony A7 II
Camera Type Digital single lens reflex Mirrorless system camera
Camera Lens Nikon F mount lenses Sony E mount lenses
Launch Date February 2013 November 2014
Launch Price USD 1,199 USD 1,999
Sensor Specs Nikon D7100 Sony A7 II
Sensor Technology CMOS CMOS
Sensor Format APS-C Sensor Full Frame Sensor
Sensor Size 23.5 x 15.6 mm 35.8 x 23.9 mm
Sensor Area 366.6 mm2 855.62 mm2
Sensor Diagonal 28.2 mm 43 mm
Crop Factor 1.5x 1.0x
Sensor Resolution 24 Megapixels 24 Megapixels
Image Resolution 6000 x 4000 pixels 6000 x 4000 pixels
Pixel Pitch 3.91 μm 5.97 μm
Pixel Density 6.55 MP/cm2 2.80 MP/cm2
Moiré control no AA filter Anti-Alias filter
Movie Capability 1080/60p Video 1080/60p Video
ISO Setting 100 - 6,400 ISO 100 - 25,600 ISO
ISO Boost 50 - 25,600 ISO 50 - 51,200 ISO
Image Processor EXPEED 4 BIONZ X
DXO Sensor Quality (score) 83 90
DXO Color Depth (bits) 24.2 24.9
DXO Dynamic Range (EV) 13.7 13.6
DXO Low Light (ISO) 1256 2449
Screen Specs Nikon D7100 Sony A7 II
Viewfinder Type Optical viewfinder Electronic viewfinder
Viewfinder Field of View 100% 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.63x 0.71x
Viewfinder Resolution 2400k dots
Top-Level Screen Control Panel no Top Display
LCD Framing Live View Live View
Rear LCD Size 3.2inch 3.0inch
LCD Resolution 1229k dots 1230k dots
LCD Attachment Fixed screen Tilting screen
Shooting Specs Nikon D7100 Sony A7 II
Focus System Phase-detect AF On-Sensor Phase-detect
Manual Focusing Aidno Peaking FeatureFocus Peaking
Max Shutter Speed (mechanical) 1/8000s 1/8000s
Continuous Shooting 6 shutter flaps/s 5 shutter flaps/s
Shutter Life Expectancy150 000 actuations200 000 actuations
Time-Lapse PhotographyIntervalometer built-inno Intervalometer
Image StabilizationLens stabilization onlyIn-body stabilization
Fill Flash Built-in Flash no On-Board Flash
Storage Medium SDXC cards MS or SDXC cards
Single or Dual Card Slots Dual card slots Single card slot
UHS card support UHS-I UHS-I
Connectivity Specs Nikon D7100 Sony A7 II
External Flash Hotshoe Hotshoe
USB Connector USB 2.0 USB 2.0
HDMI Port mini HDMI micro HDMI
Microphone Port External MIC port External MIC port
Headphone Socket Headphone port Headphone port
Wifi Support no Wifi Wifi built-in
Near-Field Communication no NFC NFC built-in
Body Specs Nikon D7100 Sony A7 II
Environmental SealingWeathersealed bodyWeathersealed body
Battery Type Nikon EN-EL15 Sony NP-FW50
Battery Life (CIPA)950 shots per charge350 shots per charge
In-Camera Charging no USB charging USB charging
Body Dimensions 136 x 107 x 76 mm
(5.4 x 4.2 x 3.0 in)
127 x 96 x 60 mm
(5.0 x 3.8 x 2.4 in)
Camera Weight 765 g (27.0 oz) 599 g (21.1 oz)
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