Nikon Z30 vs Canon EOS Rebel T7
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon Z30 and Canon EOS Rebel T7. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Nikon Z30 is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS Rebel T7 is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.
Nikon Z30 were released 2022 and Canon EOS Rebel T7 was released 2018. That is a 4 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Nikon Z30 | 2022 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7 | 2018 |
Type of camera
Nikon Z30 is a Mirrorless camera while Canon EOS Rebel T7 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon Z30 has a "Nikon DX"-sensor while Canon EOS Rebel T7 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 Z30 | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7 | 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 Z30 has a 21 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS Rebel T7 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Nikon Z30 |
21 MP
20668416 pixels 5568 x 3712 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7 has a 16 % larger resolution than Nikon Z30. 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 Z30 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS Rebel T7. Nikon Z30 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Canon EOS Rebel T7 has 100 to 6400.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon Z30 | 100-51200 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7 | 100-6400 |
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 Nikon Z30
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Rebel T7
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon Z30 can shoot up to 11 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS Rebel T7 can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon Z30 | 11 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7 | 3 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Nikon Z30 and Canon EOS Rebel T7 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.
Canon EOS Rebel T7 weighs 475 gr (equal to 1.05 lb) which is 17% heavier than Nikon Z30 and its 405 gr (or 0.89 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon Z30 | 405 gr 0.89 lb |
Canon EOS Rebel T7 | 475 gr 1.05 lb |
Nikon Z30 vs Canon EOS Rebel T7 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon Z30 and Canon EOS Rebel T7, 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 Z30 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7 |
Name | Nikon Z30 | Canon EOS Rebel T7 |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon Z30 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7 |
Release Year | 2022 | 2018 |
Release Date | 2022-06-29 | 2018-02-26 |
MSRP | 710 USD | 549 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon Z30 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Nikon Z30 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7 |
Sensor Size |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 5568 x 3712 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 21 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | EXPEED 6 | DIGIC 4+ |
Image |
Nikon Z30 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7 |
ISO Range | 100 - 51200 | 100 - 6400 |
White Balance Presets | 0 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Nikon Z30 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7 |
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 Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 209 | 9 |
Lens Mount |
Nikon Z See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
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 |
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 Z30 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7 |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Fixed |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 920000 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | No Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.8× (0.5× 35mm equiv.) | |
Viewfinder Resolution | 0 | N/A |
Photography features |
Nikon Z30 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7 |
Frames per second | 11 fps | 3 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 9 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon Z30 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
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 |
Nikon Z30 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Nikon Z30 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac + Bluetooth) |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n with NFC) |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone) | Yes (wired or wireless) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon Z30 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
EN-EL25 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Lithium-Ion LP-E10 rechargeable battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 330 shots | 500 shots |
Width | 128 mm | 129 mm |
Height | 74 mm | 101 mm |
Depth | 60 mm | 78 mm |
Weight | 405 gram | 475 gram |