Sony A6700 vs Nikon Z5IIC

Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score

Verdict

Key takeaways

  • Sony A6700 leads Nikon Z5IIC overall by 19 points (69 vs 50 out of 100).
  • Key differences: sensor size, where Nikon Z5IIC has Full Frame vs APS-C; AF points, where Sony A6700 has 759 vs 273; ISO max, where Nikon Z5IIC has 64,000 vs 32,000; battery life (CIPA shots), where Sony A6700 has 570 vs 390; weight, where Sony A6700 is 127 g lighter.
Sony A6700 leads overall
Sony A6700 · 54 overall, #29 of 39
69
Nikon Z5IIC · 49 overall, #30 of 39
50
Key differences
  • Sensor SizeNikon Z5IIC Full Frame vs APS-C
  • AF PointsSony A6700 759 vs 273
  • ISO MaxNikon Z5IIC 64,000 vs 32,000
  • Battery LifeSony A6700 570 vs 390
  • WeightSony A6700 127 g lighter

Scores by Category

A6700 wins 4 of 7 categories · Z5IIC wins 1

CategoryA6700Z5IICLead
Sensor
+14
Autofocus
+68
Video
Tie
Performance
+100
Connectivity & Storage
Tie
Physical & Battery
+24
Display & Viewfinder
+16

Physical Comparison

493 g620 g
A6700Z5IIC

Z5IIC is 127 g (26%) heavier than A6700.

Value for Money

Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).

Watch-outs

Compromises to know before you buy

Sony A6700

  • Single card slot — no instant backup for paid work.

Nikon Z5IIC

  • Single card slot — no instant backup for paid work.

Detailed Specifications

Sensor

Feature
A6700
Z5IIC
Sensor Size
Megapixels
26 MP6% more
24.5 MP
Image Stabilization (IBIS)
Yes
Yes
ISO Max
32,000
64,000100% more

Autofocus

Feature
A6700
Z5IIC
AF Points
759178% more
273

Video

Feature
A6700
Z5IIC
Max Video Resolution
3840 × 2160 px
3840 × 2160 px
Max Video Frame Rate
120 fps
120 fps
Video Bit Depth
10
10

Performance

Feature
A6700
Z5IIC
Burst Speed (mechanical)
11 fps
N/A
Burst Speed (electronic)
11 fps
N/A

Display & Viewfinder

Feature
A6700
Z5IIC
LCD Size
3 in
3.2 in7% more
LCD Resolution
1,036,800
1,040,000
Viewfinder Resolution
2,359,296
0

Connectivity & Storage

Feature
A6700
Z5IIC
Dual Card Slots
No
No
Weather Sealing
Yes
Yes

Physical & Battery

Feature
A6700
Z5IIC
Weight
493 g20% less
620 g
Battery Life (CIPA shots)
57046% more
390
Dimensions
12.2 × 6.93 × 7.51 cm
13.4 × 8.05 × 7.2 cm

Specification Note

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.

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