Sony Alpha A7 IV vs Nikon Z6 III
Nikon Z6 III has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. The Alpha A7 IV is the better pick for travel, portraits, landscapes; the Z6 III is better for wildlife, sports, astrophotography, vlogging.
Choose the Alpha A7 IV for
- more resolution (33MP vs 24.5MP)
- a lighter body (658g vs 760g)
- a lower price (from £1,059)
- more lenses in our database (105 vs 54)
Choose the Z6 III for
- faster bursts (20fps vs 10fps)
- faster sensor readout (≈14ms vs ≈65ms)
- better low-light performance
- stronger video (6K 60p RAW)
- a newer design (2024)
Specs side by side
| Spec | Alpha A7 IV | Z6 III |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | Full frame, 33MP | Full frame, 24.5MP |
| Mount | Sony FE (full frame) | Nikon Z |
| Released | 2021 | 2024 |
| Burst | 10 fps | 20 fps |
| Readout | ≈65 ms | ≈14 ms |
| Max ISO | 51,200 | 64,000 |
| Stabilisation | In-body | In-body |
| Video | 4K 60p (crop) | 6K 60p RAW |
| Weather sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Weight | 658 g | 760 g |
| Battery | Sony NP-FZ100 | Nikon EN-EL15c |
| Card slots | CFexpress A/SD + SD | CFexpress B + SD (UHS-II) |
| New price | £1,799 | £1,899 |
| Used at MPB | £1,059–1,249 | £1,489–1,539 |
| Native lenses in our database | 105 (82 third-party) | 54 (31 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | About equal |
| Everyday & travel | Alpha A7 IV |
| Portraits | Alpha A7 IV |
| Landscape | Alpha A7 IV |
| Wildlife & animals | Z6 III |
| Sports & action | Z6 III |
| Astrophotography | Z6 III |
| Vlogging & video | Z6 III |
| Vintage / film look | About equal |
Based on the specs that matter most for each type of photography: burst and readout for action, resolution for landscapes, sensor size and low light for portraits and astro, video and weight for vlogging.
Lenses and running costs
The Alpha A7 IV uses Sony E / FE (105 lenses in our database, 82 third-party) and the Z6 III uses Nikon Z (54 lenses, 31 third-party). Batteries: Sony NP-FZ100 (about £65) vs Nikon EN-EL15c (about £51).
Alpha A7 IV compatible lenses → · Z6 III compatible lenses → ·
Frequently asked questions
Is the Sony Alpha A7 IV better than the Nikon Z6 III?
It depends on your priorities. The Alpha A7 IV offers more resolution (33MP vs 24.5MP), a lighter body (658g vs 760g), a lower price (from £1,059); the Z6 III offers faster bursts (20fps vs 10fps), faster sensor readout (≈14ms vs ≈65ms), better low-light performance.
Which is better for video, the Alpha A7 IV or the Z6 III?
The Z6 III is stronger for video: Alpha A7 IV records 4K 60p (crop), Z6 III records 6K 60p RAW.
Which is cheaper, the Alpha A7 IV or the Z6 III?
The Alpha A7 IV costs £1,799 new and from £1,059 used at MPB; the Z6 III costs £1,899 new and from £1,489 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Sony Alpha A7 IV lenses on the Z6 III?
Not directly. The Alpha A7 IV uses Sony E / FE and the Z6 III uses Nikon Z; switching usually means new lenses or an adapter where one exists.