Re: Sony A7CII & Tamron 25-200 vs Nikon Z5II & 24-120
Ryzbor wrote:
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
You have laid out the pros and cons very well (except I disagree about Nikon lens build quality, I’ve owned a bunch from both brands), so it’s up to personal preference to choose what you like best.
I have owned both cameras and I prefer the build, feel in hand, overall ergonomics, and EVF of the Z5II by a mile. Also, that 24-120 is one of the best midrange zooms ever designed. I am in my 4th year shooting Sony (A7RV and now A7R6) after decades with Nikon and both brands are fully capable in the right hands. I enjoy the vast number of native E mount lenses available (I tried adapting on a Nikon body and the experience was not enjoyable for me).
But that’s just me, the important thing is to go with what feels most right for you.
Re: Sony A7CII & Tamron 25-200 vs Nikon Z5II & 24-120
Ryzbor wrote:
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
You have laid out the pros and cons very well (except I disaqgree about Nikon ;ens build quality, I’ve owned a bunch from both brands), so it’s up to personal preference to choose what you like best.
I have owned both cameras and I prefer the build, feel in hand, overall ergonomics, and EVF of the Z5II by a mile. Also, that 24-120 is one of the best midrange zooms ever designed. I am in my 4th year shooting Sony (A7RV and now A7R6) after decades with Nikon and both brands are fully capable in the right hands. I enjoy the vast number of native E mount lenses available (I tried adapting on a Nikon body and the experience was not enjoyable for me).
But that’s just me, the important thing is to go with what feels most right for you.
Re: Sony A7CII & Tamron 25-200 vs Nikon Z5II & 24-120
Ryzbor wrote:
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
You have laid out the pros and cons very well, so it’s up to personal preference to choose what you like best.
I have owned both cameras and I prefer the build, feel in hand, overall ergonomics, and EVF of the Z5II by a mile. Also, that 24-120 is one of the best midrange zooms ever designed. I am in my 4th year shooting Sony (A7RV and now A7R6) after decades with Nikon and both brands are fully capable in the right hands. I enjoy the vast number of native E mount lenses available (I tried adapting on a Nikon body and the experience was not enjoyable for me).
But that’s just me, the important thing is to go with what feels most right for you.
Jun 05, 2026 at 12:44 PM
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