Nikon Z7 vs Canon EOS Kiss X10
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon Z7 and Canon EOS Kiss X10. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Nikon Z7 is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS Kiss X10 is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.
Nikon Z7 were released 2018 and Canon EOS Kiss X10 was released 2019. That is a 1 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Nikon Z7 | 2018 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10 | 2019 |
Type of camera
Nikon Z7 is a Mirrorless camera while Canon EOS Kiss X10 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon Z7 has a "Nikon FX"-sensor while Canon EOS Kiss X10 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 Z7 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Canon EOS Kiss X10 | 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 Z7 has a 46 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS Kiss X10 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Nikon Z7 |
46 MP
45441024 pixels 8256 x 5504 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Nikon Z7 has a 89 % larger resolution than Canon EOS Kiss X10. 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 Z7 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS Kiss X10. Nikon Z7 has an ISO range that stretches from 64 to 25600 while Canon EOS Kiss X10 has 100 to 25600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon Z7 | 64-25600 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10 | 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 Z7
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Kiss X10
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon Z7 can shoot up to 9 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS Kiss X10 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon Z7 | 9 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10 | 5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Nikon Z7 and Canon EOS Kiss X10 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 Z7 weighs 675 gr (equal to 1.49 lb) which is 50% heavier than Canon EOS Kiss X10 and its 449 gr (or 0.99 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon Z7 | 675 gr 1.49 lb |
Canon EOS Kiss X10 | 449 gr 0.99 lb |
Nikon Z7 vs Canon EOS Kiss X10 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon Z7 and Canon EOS Kiss X10, 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 Z7 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10 |
Name | Nikon Z7 | Canon EOS Kiss X10 |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon Z7 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10 |
Release Year | 2018 | 2019 |
Release Date | 2018-08-23 | 2019-08-10 |
MSRP | 3399 USD | 599 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon Z7 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Nikon Z7 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10 |
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 | 8256 x 5504 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 46 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | EXPEED 6 | DIGIC 8 |
Image |
Nikon Z7 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10 |
ISO Range | 64 - 25600 | 100 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 12 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor Shift (5 axis)) |
No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 5 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Nikon Z7 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10 |
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 | 493 | 9 |
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 Z7 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3.2” | 3” |
Screen dots | 2100000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.8x | 0.87× (0.54× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | 3690000 | 0 |
Photography features |
Nikon Z7 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10 |
Frames per second | 9 fps | 5 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 | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon Z7 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | No | Yes |
Storage |
Nikon Z7 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10 |
Memory Card | XQD |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Nikon Z7 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac + Bluetooth) |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control |
Yes (via MC-DC2 or smartphone)
|
Yes (via wired or wireless remote or smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon Z7 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
EN-EL15b lithium-ion battery & charger
|
LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 330 shots | 1070 shots |
Width | 134 mm | 122 mm |
Height | 101 mm | 93 mm |
Depth | 68 mm | 70 mm |
Weight | 675 gram | 449 gram |