Canon EOS Ra vs Nikon Z5
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS Ra and Nikon Z5. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS Ra is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon Z5 is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
Canon EOS Ra were released 2018 and Nikon Z5 was released 2020. That is a 2 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS Ra | 2018 |
Nikon Z5 | 2020 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
Even though the camera sensors might be called differently they are both considered Full frame which means that the focal length of the lenses is not affected. There is no crop factor on any of these cameras and sensors.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Canon EOS Ra | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Nikon Z5 | 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 Ra has a 30 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon Z5 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS Ra |
30 MP
30105600 pixels 6720 x 4480 |
Nikon Z5 |
24 MP
24160256 pixels 6016 x 4016 |
Canon EOS Ra has a 25 % larger resolution than Nikon Z5. 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
Nikon Z5 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS Ra. Nikon Z5 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Canon EOS Ra has 100 to 40000.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS Ra | 100-40000 |
Nikon Z5 | 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.
Worth mentioning is that Canon EOS Ra 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 Ra
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon Z5
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS Ra can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds and Nikon Z5 can shoot up to 4,5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS Ra | 8 |
Nikon Z5 | 4,5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Canon EOS Ra and Nikon Z5 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 Z5 weighs 675 gr (equal to 1.49 lb) which is 2% heavier than Canon EOS Ra and its 660 gr (or 1.46 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS Ra | 660 gr 1.46 lb |
Nikon Z5 | 675 gr 1.49 lb |
Canon EOS Ra vs Nikon Z5 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS Ra and Nikon Z5, 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 Ra |
Nikon Z5 |
Name | Canon EOS Ra | Nikon Z5 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS Ra |
Nikon Z5 |
Release Year | 2018 | 2020 |
Release Date | 2018-11-05 | 2020-07-21 |
MSRP | 2499 USD | 1399 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS Ra |
Nikon Z5 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Canon EOS Ra |
Nikon Z5 |
Sensor Size | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6720 x 4480 pixels | 6016 x 4016 pixels |
Megapixels | 30 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 8 | EXPEED 6 |
Image |
Canon EOS Ra |
Nikon Z5 |
ISO Range | 100 - 40000 | 100 - 51200 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 12 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
Yes (Sensor Shift (5 axis)) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS Ra |
Nikon Z5 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) 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 Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 5655 | 273 |
Lens Mount |
Canon RF See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon Z See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
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 |
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 Ra |
Nikon Z5 |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.2” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 2100000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 200% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.76× | 0.8x |
Viewfinder Resolution | 3690000 | 3689400 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS Ra |
Nikon Z5 |
Frames per second | 8 fps | 4,5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | No |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS Ra |
Nikon Z5 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS Ra |
Nikon Z5 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS Ra |
Nikon Z5 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.1 LE) |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac (dual band) + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone) | Yes (via smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS Ra |
Nikon Z5 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
LP-E6N lithium-ion battery & charger
|
EN-EL15c lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 370 shots | 470 shots |
Width | 136 mm | 134 mm |
Height | 98 mm | 101 mm |
Depth | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Weight | 660 gram | 675 gram |