Nikon Z5 vs Canon EOS Rebel T7i
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon Z5 and Canon EOS Rebel T7i. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Nikon Z5 is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS Rebel T7i is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.
Nikon Z5 were released 2020 and Canon EOS Rebel T7i was released 2017. That is a 3 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Nikon Z5 | 2020 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i | 2017 |
Type of camera
Nikon Z5 is a Mirrorless camera while Canon EOS Rebel T7i is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon Z5 has a "Nikon FX"-sensor while Canon EOS Rebel T7i 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 Z5 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i | 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 Z5 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS Rebel T7i has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Nikon Z5 |
24 MP
24160256 pixels 6016 x 4016 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Nikon Z5 has a 1 % larger resolution than Canon EOS Rebel T7i. 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 Rebel T7i. Nikon Z5 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Canon EOS Rebel T7i has 100 to 25600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon Z5 | 100-51200 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i | 100-25600 |
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 Z5
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Rebel T7i
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon Z5 can shoot up to 4,5 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS Rebel T7i can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon Z5 | 4,5 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i | 6 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Nikon Z5 and Canon EOS Rebel T7i 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 27% heavier than Canon EOS Rebel T7i and its 532 gr (or 1.17 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon Z5 | 675 gr 1.49 lb |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i | 532 gr 1.17 lb |
Nikon Z5 vs Canon EOS Rebel T7i Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon Z5 and Canon EOS Rebel T7i, 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 Z5 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
Name | Nikon Z5 | Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon Z5 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
Release Year | 2020 | 2017 |
Release Date | 2020-07-21 | 2017-02-15 |
MSRP | 1399 USD | 749 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon Z5 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Nikon Z5 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
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 | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6016 x 4016 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | EXPEED 6 | DIGIC 7 |
Image |
Nikon Z5 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
ISO Range | 100 - 51200 | 100 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 12 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor Shift (5 axis)) |
No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Nikon Z5 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
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 | 273 | 45 |
Lens Mount |
Nikon Z See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF Canon EF-S 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 Z5 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3.2” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 200% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.8x | 0.82× (0.51× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | 3689400 | 0 |
Photography features |
Nikon Z5 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
Frames per second | 4,5 fps | 6 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 12 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Multi Spot Partial Average |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon Z5 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
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 Z5 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Nikon Z5 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac (dual band) + Bluetooth) |
Yes Built-in (Includes Bluetooth LE and NFC) |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone) | Yes (via smartphone or Bluetooth remote) |
GPS | No |
Yes Optional via Canon GP-E2 GPS Receiver |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon Z5 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
EN-EL15c lithium-ion battery & charger
|
LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 470 shots | 600 shots |
Width | 134 mm | 131 mm |
Height | 101 mm | 100 mm |
Depth | 70 mm | 76 mm |
Weight | 675 gram | 532 gram |