Nikon Z9 vs Canon EOS 850D
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon Z9 and Canon EOS 850D. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Nikon Z9 is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS 850D is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.
Nikon Z9 were released 2021 and Canon EOS 850D was released 2020. That is a 1 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.| Camera | Released |
| Nikon Z9 | 2021 |
| Canon EOS 850D | 2020 |
Type of camera
Nikon Z9 is a Mirrorless camera while Canon EOS 850D is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon Z9 has a "Nikon FX"-sensor while Canon EOS 850D 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 Z9 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
| Canon EOS 850D | 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 Z9 has a 46 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS 850D has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
| Camera | Megapixels |
| Nikon Z9 |
46 MP
45441024 pixels 8256 x 5504 |
| Canon EOS 850D |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Nikon Z9 has a 89 % larger resolution than Canon EOS 850D. 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 Z9 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS 850D. Nikon Z9 has an ISO range that stretches from 32 to 102400 while Canon EOS 850D has 100 to 25600.
| Camera | ISO Range |
| Nikon Z9 | 32-102400 |
| Canon EOS 850D | 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 Z9
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 850D
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon Z9 can shoot up to 30 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS 850D can shoot up to 7,5 pictures per seconds.
| Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
| Nikon Z9 | 30 |
| Canon EOS 850D | 7,5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Nikon Z9 and Canon EOS 850D 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 Z9 weighs 1340 gr (equal to 2.95 lb) which is 160% heavier than Canon EOS 850D and its 515 gr (or 1.14 lb).
| Camera | Weight |
| Nikon Z9 | 1340 gr 2.95 lb |
| Canon EOS 850D | 515 gr 1.14 lb |
Nikon Z9 vs Canon EOS 850D Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon Z9 and Canon EOS 850D, 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 Z9 |
Canon EOS 850D |
| Name | Nikon Z9 | Canon EOS 850D |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon Z9 |
Canon EOS 850D |
| Release Year | 2021 | 2020 |
| Release Date | 2021-10-28 | 2020-02-12 |
| MSRP | 5500 USD | 749 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon Z9 |
Canon EOS 850D |
| Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Nikon Z9 |
Canon EOS 850D |
| 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 | Full Stacked CMOS | CMOS |
| Resolution | 8256 x 5504 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
| Megapixels | 46 MP | 24 MP |
| Image Processor | EXPEED 7 | DIGIC 8 |
Image |
Nikon Z9 |
Canon EOS 850D |
| ISO Range | 32 - 102400 | 100 - 25600 |
| White Balance Presets | 9 | 6 |
| Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor Shift (Synchro VR with selected lenses)) |
No |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 6 stops | 0 stops |
| Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Nikon Z9 |
Canon EOS 850D |
| Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Autofocus |
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 | 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 Z9 |
Canon EOS 850D |
| Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fully articulated |
| Screen size | 3.2” | 3” |
| Screen dots | 2088960 | 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 | 0.82× (0.51× 35mm equiv.) |
| Viewfinder Resolution | 3686400 | 0 |
Photography features |
Nikon Z9 |
Canon EOS 850D |
| Frames per second | 30 fps | 7,5 fps |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 900 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/32000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
| Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 4 meters |
| External Flash | Yes | Yes |
| Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
| Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
| 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 Z9 |
Canon EOS 850D |
| Video recording | Yes | Yes |
| Video format |
H.264 H.265 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
| Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 7680 x 4320 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Nikon Z9 |
Canon EOS 850D |
| Memory Card |
Compact Flash Express XQD |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Nikon Z9 |
Canon EOS 850D |
| HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
| Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
| Headphone Port | Yes | No |
| Wireless |
Yes Built-in (IEEE 802.11b/g/n/a/ac/Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Low Energy) |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
| Remote Control | Yes (Via app) | Yes (via wireless remote or smartphone) |
| GPS |
Yes Built-in (GPS, GLONASS, QZSS) |
No |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon Z9 |
Canon EOS 850D |
| Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
| Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery Details |
EN-EL18d (backwards compatible with EN-EL18/a/b/c batteries)
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LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger
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| Battery Life (CIPA) | 740 shots | 800 shots |
| Width | 149 mm | 131 mm |
| Height | 150 mm | 103 mm |
| Depth | 91 mm | 76 mm |
| Weight | 1340 gram | 515 gram |