Sony a77 II vs Nikon Z fc

This is a full comparison between the cameras Sony a77 II and Nikon Z fc. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Sony a77 II is manufacturered by Sony but Nikon Z fc is from Nikon. Both Sony and Nikon are well known brands though.

Sony a77 II were released 2014 and Nikon Z fc was released 2021. That is a 7 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Sony a77 II 2014
Nikon Z fc 2021

Type of camera

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Sony a77 II has a "Sony APS-C"-sensor while Nikon Z fc has a "Nikon DX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.

Camera Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 **
Sony a77 II 75 mm
Sony APS-C sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5
Nikon Z fc 75 mm
Nikon DX sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5

** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"

Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Sony)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)

Resolution

Sony a77 II has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon Z fc has 21 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Sony a77 II 24 MP
24000000 pixels
6000 x 4000
Nikon Z fc 21 MP
20668416 pixels
5568 x 3712

Sony a77 II has a 16 % larger resolution than Nikon Z fc. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.

ISO range

Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 100 to 51200.

Camera ISO Range
Sony a77 II 100-51200
Nikon Z fc 100-51200

Autofocus and lens compatibility

Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.

Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a77 II
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon Z fc

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Sony a77 II can shoot up to 12 pictures per seconds and Nikon Z fc can shoot up to 11 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Sony a77 II 12
Nikon Z fc 11

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

In this case, both Sony a77 II and Nikon Z fc can shoot movies.

Weight

The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.

Sony a77 II weighs 647 gr (equal to 1.43 lb) which is 45% heavier than Nikon Z fc and its 445 gr (or 0.98 lb).

Camera Weight
Sony a77 II 647 gr
1.43 lb
Nikon Z fc 445 gr
0.98 lb

Sony a77 II vs Nikon Z fc Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Sony a77 II and Nikon Z fc, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.

Product
Sony a77 II
Nikon Z fc
Name Sony a77 II Nikon Z fc
Manufacturer Sony Nikon
Release Date and Price
Sony a77 II
Nikon Z fc
Release Year 2014 2021
Release Date 2014-05-01 2021-06-29
MSRP 1199 USD 959 USD
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Camera Type
Sony a77 II
Nikon Z fc
Camera Type SLT Mirrorless
Sensor
Sony a77 II
Nikon Z fc
Sensor Size APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm)
Also known as "DX"
Sensor Type CMOS CMOS
Resolution 6000 x 4000 pixels 5568 x 3712 pixels
Megapixels 24 MP 21 MP
Image Processor Bionz X EXPEED 6
Image
Sony a77 II
Nikon Z fc
ISO Range 100 - 51200 100 - 51200
White Balance Presets 9 8
Custom White Balance Yes Yes
Image Stabilization Yes
(Sensor-Shift)
No
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating 0 stops 0 stops
Uncompressed format RAW RAW
Optics & Focus
Sony a77 II
Nikon Z fc
Autofocus Motor Yes Yes
Autofocus Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Face Detection
LiveView
Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Touch
Face Detection
LiveView
Focus Points 79 209
Lens Mount Sony A

See Compatible Lenses
Nikon Z

See Compatible Lenses
Focal Length Multiplier APS-C Sensor (1.5x)
1.5x multiplier
Example:
24 mm becomes 36 mm
50 mm becomes 75 mm
100 mm becomes 150 mm
200 mm becomes 300 mm
DX / APS-C (1.5x)
1.5x multiplier
Example:
24 mm becomes 36 mm
50 mm becomes 75 mm
100 mm becomes 150 mm
200 mm becomes 300 mm
Screen & Viewfinder
Sony a77 II
Nikon Z fc
Articulated LCD Fully articulated Fully articulated
Screen size 3” 3”
Screen dots 1229000 1040000
Touch screen No Yes
Screen type WhiteMagic TFT TFT LCD
Live view Yes Yes
Viewfinder Type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder Coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 1.09× (0.73× 35mm equiv.) 1.02× (0.68× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution N/A 2360000
Photography features
Sony a77 II
Nikon Z fc
Frames per second 12 fps 11 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/8000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash Yes No
Built-in Flash Range 12 meters N/A
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse No Yes
Metering modes Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Multi
Center Weighted
Highlight Weighted
Spot
Exposure Compensation +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features
Sony a77 II
Nikon Z fc
Video recording Yes Yes
Video format MPEG4
AVCHD
MPEG4
H.264
Video resolution 1440 x 1080
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
3840 x 2160
Built-in Microphone Yes Yes
Built-in Speakers Yes Yes
Storage
Sony a77 II
Nikon Z fc
Memory Card Memory Stick Pro Duo
SD/SDHC
SD/SDHC
Connectivity
Sony a77 II
Nikon Z fc
HDMI Output Yes Yes
Microphone Port Yes Yes
Headphone Port No No
Wireless Yes
Built-in (802.11b/g/n with NFC)
Yes
Built-in (802.11ac + Bluetooth)
Remote Control Yes (wired, wireless, or smartphone) Yes (via smartphone)
GPS No No
Body & Dimensions
Sony a77 II
Nikon Z fc
Enviromentally sealed Yes Yes
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details NP-FM500H lithium-ion battery and charger
EN-EL25 lithium-ion battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA) 480 shots 300 shots
Width 143 mm 135 mm
Height 104 mm 94 mm
Depth 81 mm 44 mm
Weight 647 gram 445 gram