Nikon Z7 II vs Canon EOS R
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon Z7 II and Canon EOS R. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Nikon Z7 II is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS R is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.
Nikon Z7 II were released 2020 and Canon EOS R was released 2018. That is a 2 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Nikon Z7 II | 2020 |
Canon EOS R | 2018 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
Even though the camera sensors might be called differently they are both considered Full frame which means that the focal length of the lenses is not affected. There is no crop factor on any of these cameras and sensors.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Nikon Z7 II | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Canon EOS R | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** 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 R has 30 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 R |
30 MP
30105600 pixels 6720 x 4480 |
Nikon Z7 II has a 51 % larger resolution than Canon EOS R. 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
Canon EOS R has a larger ISO-range than Nikon Z7 II. Canon EOS R has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 40000 while Nikon Z7 II has 64 to 25600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon Z7 II | 64-25600 |
Canon EOS R | 100-40000 |
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 R 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 Z7 II
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS R
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 R can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon Z7 II | 10 |
Canon EOS R | 8 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Nikon Z7 II and Canon EOS R 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 II weighs 705 gr (equal to 1.55 lb) which is 7% heavier than Canon EOS R and its 660 gr (or 1.46 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon Z7 II | 705 gr 1.55 lb |
Canon EOS R | 660 gr 1.46 lb |
Nikon Z7 II vs Canon EOS R Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon Z7 II and Canon EOS R, 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 R |
Name | Nikon Z7 II | Canon EOS R |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon Z7 II |
Canon EOS R |
Release Year | 2020 | 2018 |
Release Date | 2020-10-14 | 2018-09-05 |
MSRP | 2999 USD | 2299 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon Z7 II |
Canon EOS R |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Nikon Z7 II |
Canon EOS R |
Sensor Size |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 8256 x 5504 pixels | 6720 x 4480 pixels |
Megapixels | 46 MP | 30 MP |
Image Processor | DUAL EXPEED 6 | DIGIC 8 |
Image |
Nikon Z7 II |
Canon EOS R |
ISO Range | 64 - 25600 | 100 - 40000 |
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 R |
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 | 5655 |
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 |
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 |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Nikon Z7 II |
Canon EOS R |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3.2” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 2100000 | 2100000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.8x | 0.76× |
Viewfinder Resolution | 3690000 | 3690000 |
Photography features |
Nikon Z7 II |
Canon EOS R |
Frames per second | 10 fps | 8 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 |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon Z7 II |
Canon EOS R |
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 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Nikon Z7 II |
Canon EOS R |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash Express SD/SDHC XQD |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Nikon Z7 II |
Canon EOS R |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac + Bluetooth) |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.1 LE) |
Remote Control |
Yes (via MC-DC2 or smartphone)
|
Yes (via smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon Z7 II |
Canon EOS R |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
EN-EL15c lithium-ion battery & charger
|
LP-E6N lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 420 shots | 370 shots |
Width | 134 mm | 136 mm |
Height | 101 mm | 98 mm |
Depth | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Weight | 705 gram | 660 gram |