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Kit comparison · 2025

Nikon Z5 II vs Sony A7 IV: which kit wins in 2025?

Full side-by-side comparison of camera specs, lens options, performance scores, and price — so you can stop second-guessing and start shooting.

The Z5 II kit costs €770 less
The reliable full-framer
Nikon Z5 II
+ Z 40mm f/2
72/100
€1,978
camera + lens
★ Overall winner
The professional all-rounder
Sony A7 IV
+ FE 50mm f/1.8
77/100
€2,748
camera + lens
Camera body
Sensor
Full-frame
Full-frame
Resolution
24MP
33MP
IBIS
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Weather seal
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Battery
770 shots
610 shots
Body weight
700g
658g
Released
2,024
2,021
Lens
Model
Z 40mm f/2
FE 50mm f/1.8
Focal range
40mm
50mm
Max aperture
f/2
f/1.8
Type
Prime
Prime
Lens weight
170g
186g
Combined kit
Total weight
870g
844g
Total price
€1,978
€2,748
Tier
Enthusiast
Pro
Performance scores
Beginner-friendly
70
50
Travel
72
76
Portrait
86
92
Wildlife
58
80
Sports
62
82
Video
76
90
Value for money
82
72
Strengths
+Excellent battery life
+IBIS
+Weather sealed
+Dual card slots
+Versatile all-rounder
+Outstanding IBIS
+Dual card slots
+Professional features
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Nikon Z5 II vs Sony A7 IV: common questions

Which is better overall, the Nikon Z5 II or the Sony A7 IV?

Based on our scoring across 7 use-case dimensions, the Sony A7 IV edges ahead with an average score of 77/100 vs 72/100. Sony's strengths include: Versatile all-rounder and Outstanding IBIS.

Is the Sony A7 IV worth the extra cost over the Nikon Z5 II?

The A7 IV kit costs €770 more than the Z5 II kit. The extra cost buys you: Versatile all-rounder and Outstanding IBIS. If those features matter for your shooting, the upgrade is justified.

Which is better for beginners, the Nikon Z5 II or Sony A7 IV?

For beginners, the Nikon Z5 II scores higher (70 vs 50 for beginner-friendliness). Excellent battery life.

Which has better video, the Nikon Z5 II or Sony A7 IV?

For video, the Sony A7 IV leads with a video score of 90/100. It has IBIS for smoother handheld footage. The flip screen also makes it ideal for solo filming.

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