Canon EOS R50 vs Nikon D750
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS R50 and Nikon D750. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS R50 is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D750 is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
Canon EOS R50 were released 2023 and Nikon D750 was released 2014. That is a 9 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS R50 | 2023 |
Nikon D750 | 2014 |
Type of camera
Canon EOS R50 is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D750 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS R50 has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D750 has a "Nikon FX"-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 ** |
Canon EOS R50 | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
Nikon D750 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** 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 (Canon)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)
Resolution
Canon EOS R50 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D750 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS R50 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Nikon D750 |
24 MP
24160256 pixels 6016 x 4016 |
Nikon D750 has a 1 % larger resolution than Canon EOS R50. 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
Canon EOS R50 has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D750. Canon EOS R50 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 32000 while Nikon D750 has 100 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS R50 | 100-32000 |
Nikon D750 | 100-12800 |
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.
Worth mentioning is that Canon EOS R50 belongs to the Canon EOS R-system and needs an adapter to work with Canons EF, EF-S, MP-E, and TS-E lenses. You can read more about this adapter here:
Canon Lens Mount Adapter EF-EOS R
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS R50
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D750
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS R50 can shoot up to 12 pictures per seconds and Nikon D750 can shoot up to 6,5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS R50 | 12 |
Nikon D750 | 6,5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Canon EOS R50 and Nikon D750 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.
Nikon D750 weighs 750 gr (equal to 1.65 lb) which is 100% heavier than Canon EOS R50 and its 375 gr (or 0.83 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS R50 | 375 gr 0.83 lb |
Nikon D750 | 750 gr 1.65 lb |
Canon EOS R50 vs Nikon D750 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS R50 and Nikon D750, 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 |
Canon EOS R50 |
Nikon D750 |
Name | Canon EOS R50 | Nikon D750 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS R50 |
Nikon D750 |
Release Year | 2023 | 2014 |
Release Date | 2023-02-08 | 2014-09-12 |
MSRP | 679 USD | 2299 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS R50 |
Nikon D750 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS R50 |
Nikon D750 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 6016 x 4016 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 7 | EXPEED 4 |
Image |
Canon EOS R50 |
Nikon D750 |
ISO Range | 100 - 32000 | 100 - 12800 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 12 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS R50 |
Nikon D750 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 651 | 51 |
Lens Mount |
Canon RF See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
FX (Full frame) No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS R50 |
Nikon D750 |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3,2” |
Screen dots | N/A | 1229000 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | N/A | TFT-LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.59× | 0.7× |
Viewfinder Resolution | 2360000 | N/A |
Photography features |
Canon EOS R50 |
Nikon D750 |
Frames per second | 12 fps | 6,5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 12 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS R50 |
Nikon D750 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
H.264 H.265 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS R50 |
Nikon D750 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS R50 |
Nikon D750 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth) |
Yes Built-in |
Remote Control | Yes | Yes (Wired or wireless) |
GPS | No |
Yes Optional through GP-1/GP-1A |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS R50 |
Nikon D750 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Canon LP-E17 Battery Pack
|
EN-EL15 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | N/A | 1230 shots |
Width | 116 mm | 141 mm |
Height | 86 mm | 113 mm |
Depth | 69 mm | 78 mm |
Weight | 375 gram | 750 gram |