Nikon Z7 II vs Canon EOS Kiss Digital X
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon Z7 II and Canon EOS Kiss Digital X. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Nikon Z7 II is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS Kiss Digital X is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.
Nikon Z7 II were released 2020 and Canon EOS Kiss Digital X was released 2006. That is a 14 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.| Camera | Released |
| Nikon Z7 II | 2020 |
| Canon EOS Kiss Digital X | 2006 |
Type of camera
Nikon Z7 II is a Mirrorless camera while Canon EOS Kiss Digital X is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon Z7 II has a "Nikon FX"-sensor while Canon EOS Kiss Digital X 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 II | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
| Canon EOS Kiss Digital X | 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 II has a 46 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS Kiss Digital X has 10,1 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
| Camera | Megapixels |
| Nikon Z7 II |
46 MP
45441024 pixels 8256 x 5504 |
| Canon EOS Kiss Digital X |
10,1 MP
10077696 pixels 3888 x 2592 |
Nikon Z7 II has a 351 % larger resolution than Canon EOS Kiss Digital X. 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 II has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS Kiss Digital X. Nikon Z7 II has an ISO range that stretches from 64 to 25600 while Canon EOS Kiss Digital X has 100 to 1600.
| Camera | ISO Range |
| Nikon Z7 II | 64-25600 |
| Canon EOS Kiss Digital X | 100-1600 |
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 II
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Kiss Digital X
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon Z7 II can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS Kiss Digital X can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds.
| Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
| Nikon Z7 II | 10 |
| Canon EOS Kiss Digital X | 3 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
When comparing these two cameras there is only one of them that can shoot movies and that is Nikon Z7 II. Unfortunately Canon EOS Kiss Digital X does not support recording movies and movie clips.
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 II weighs 705 gr (equal to 1.55 lb) which is 27% heavier than Canon EOS Kiss Digital X and its 556 gr (or 1.23 lb).
| Camera | Weight |
| Nikon Z7 II | 705 gr 1.55 lb |
| Canon EOS Kiss Digital X | 556 gr 1.23 lb |
Nikon Z7 II vs Canon EOS Kiss Digital X Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon Z7 II and Canon EOS Kiss Digital X, 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 II |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X |
| Name | Nikon Z7 II | Canon EOS Kiss Digital X |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon Z7 II |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X |
| Release Year | 2020 | 2006 |
| Release Date | 2020-10-14 | 2006-08-24 |
| MSRP | 2999 USD | 799 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon Z7 II |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X |
| Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Nikon Z7 II |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X |
| 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 | 3888 x 2592 pixels |
| Megapixels | 46 MP | 10,1 MP |
| Image Processor | DUAL EXPEED 6 | DIGIC 2 |
Image |
Nikon Z7 II |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X |
| ISO Range | 64 - 25600 | 100 - 1600 |
| 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 II |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X |
| 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 Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
| 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 II |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X |
| Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fixed |
| Screen size | 3.2” | 2.5” |
| Screen dots | 2100000 | 230000 |
| Touch screen | Yes | No |
| Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
| Live view | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 95% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.8x | 0.8× (0.5× 35mm equiv.) |
| Viewfinder Resolution | 3690000 | N/A |
Photography features |
Nikon Z7 II |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X |
| Frames per second | 10 fps | 3 fps |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 900 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 Center Weighted Partial |
| Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon Z7 II |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X |
| Video recording | Yes | No |
| Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
N/A |
| Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
N/A |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
| Built-in Speakers | Yes | No |
Storage |
Nikon Z7 II |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X |
| Memory Card |
Compact Flash Express SD/SDHC XQD |
Compact Flash |
Connectivity |
Nikon Z7 II |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X |
| HDMI Output | Yes | No |
| Microphone Port | Yes | No |
| Headphone Port | Yes | No |
| Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac + Bluetooth) |
No |
| Remote Control |
Yes (via MC-DC2 or smartphone)
|
Yes (E3 connector, InfraRed) |
| GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon Z7 II |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X |
| Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
| Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery Details |
EN-EL15c lithium-ion battery & charger
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Battery Pack NB-2LH
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| Battery Life (CIPA) | 420 shots | 360 shots |
| Width | 134 mm | 127 mm |
| Height | 101 mm | 94 mm |
| Depth | 70 mm | 65 mm |
| Weight | 705 gram | 556 gram |