Nikon Z f vs Canon EOS R7
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon Z f and Canon EOS R7. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Nikon Z f is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS R7 is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.
Nikon Z f were released 2023 and Canon EOS R7 was released 2022. That is a 1 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.| Camera | Released |
| Nikon Z f | 2023 |
| Canon EOS R7 | 2022 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon Z f has a "Nikon FX"-sensor while Canon EOS R7 has a "Canon APS-C"-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 ** |
| Nikon Z f | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
| Canon EOS R7 | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
** 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 (Nikon)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Nikon Z f has a 25 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS R7 has 33 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
| Camera | Megapixels |
| Nikon Z f |
25 MP
24385536 pixels 6048 x 4032 |
| Canon EOS R7 |
33 MP
32294400 pixels 6960 x 4640 |
Canon EOS R7 has a 32 % larger resolution than Nikon Z f. 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 Z f has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS R7. Nikon Z f has an ISO range that stretches from 50 to 204800 while Canon EOS R7 has 100 to 32000.
| Camera | ISO Range |
| Nikon Z f | 50-204800 |
| Canon EOS R7 | 100-32000 |
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 R7 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 Nikon Z f
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS R7
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon Z f can shoot up to 14 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS R7 can shoot up to 15 pictures per seconds.
| Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
| Nikon Z f | 14 |
| Canon EOS R7 | 15 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Nikon Z f and Canon EOS R7 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 Z f weighs 710 gr (equal to 1.57 lb) which is 16% heavier than Canon EOS R7 and its 612 gr (or 1.35 lb).
| Camera | Weight |
| Nikon Z f | 710 gr 1.57 lb |
| Canon EOS R7 | 612 gr 1.35 lb |
Nikon Z f vs Canon EOS R7 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon Z f and Canon EOS R7, 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 |
Nikon Z f |
Canon EOS R7 |
| Name | Nikon Z f | Canon EOS R7 |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon Z f |
Canon EOS R7 |
| Release Year | 2023 | 2022 |
| Release Date | 2023-09-20 | 2022-05-24 |
| MSRP | 1999 USD | 1499 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon Z f |
Canon EOS R7 |
| Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Nikon Z f |
Canon EOS R7 |
| Sensor Size |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
| Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Resolution | 6048 x 4032 pixels | 6960 x 4640 pixels |
| Megapixels | 25 MP | 33 MP |
| Image Processor | DIGIC X | |
Image |
Nikon Z f |
Canon EOS R7 |
| ISO Range | 50 - 204800 | 100 - 32000 |
| White Balance Presets | 8 | 6 |
| Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 8 stops | 0 stops |
| Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Nikon Z f |
Canon EOS R7 |
| Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
| Focus Points | 273 | 651 |
| Lens Mount |
Nikon Z See Compatible Lenses |
Canon RF See Compatible Lenses |
| Focal Length Multiplier |
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 |
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 |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Nikon Z f |
Canon EOS R7 |
| Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Fully articulated |
| Screen size | 3.2” | 3” |
| Screen dots | 2100000 | N/A |
| Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
| Screen type | N/A | N/A |
| Live view | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.8× | 1.15× |
| Viewfinder Resolution | 3690000 | 2360000 |
Photography features |
Nikon Z f |
Canon EOS R7 |
| Frames per second | 14 fps | 15 fps |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 900 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 | Yes | No |
| Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot Partial Average |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
| Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon Z f |
Canon EOS R7 |
| Video recording | Yes | Yes |
| Video format |
H.264 H.265 |
MPEG4 H.264 H.265 |
| Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Nikon Z f |
Canon EOS R7 |
| Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Nikon Z f |
Canon EOS R7 |
| HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
| Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
| Headphone Port | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n/a/ac) |
Yes Built-in (Wireless LAN (IEEE802.11b/g/n) (2.4 GHz), with Bluetooth 4.2) |
| Remote Control | No |
Yes (Wired, wireless or IR)
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| GPS | No |
Yes Optional via GPS Receiver GP-E2
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Body & Dimensions |
Nikon Z f |
Canon EOS R7 |
| Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery Details |
EN-EL15c
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Rechargeable Li-ion Battery LP-E6NH
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| Battery Life (CIPA) | 380 shots | 660 shots |
| Width | 144 mm | 132 mm |
| Height | 103 mm | 90 mm |
| Depth | 49 mm | 92 mm |
| Weight | 710 gram | 612 gram |