What would you choose? Has someone had the chance to use both cameras?
I initially opted for the A7CII due too it's handy size and lens selection but had the chance to use the Z5II for a short while and it's very mature for a Nikon camera.
A7CII
+ smaller and lighter than the Nikon, better suited for travel
+ greater lens selection
+ probably better AF
+ the Tamron 25-200 is arguably the best travel super zoom atm
+ low resolution & dark back screen
- expensive
- more noise in raw files in dark conditions
- poor EVF, I use glasses and don't know if this could be a deal braker
- subpar plasticky build quality, flimsy dials and knobs
- the Tamron might be too uncomfortable on a small body
Z5II
+ exceptional price-perfomance ratio unmatched by Sony
+ build quality
+ better low light AF (?)
+ the Z 24-120 is arguably the best 24-105/120 lens atm
+ good evf and high-res bright back screen
+ great low light sensor
+ can be used for professional work
- big and heavy
- lens selection is limited
- 24-120 has less range and is bigger and heavier than the Tamron 25-200
- most Z lenses are expensive, big and have subpar build quality
Jun 05, 2026 at 08:10 AM
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