Canon EOS 90Dvs EOS R50vs Nikon Zfc
Canon
Canon EOS 90D (2019)
From £849
Best for Sports, wildlife & DSLR enthusiasts
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Which should you buy?
Sports, Wildlife & Dslr Enthusiasts — Canon EOS 90D (2019): The best APS-C DSLR Canon ever made — 32MP, 10fps, weather sealing, and an optical viewfinder experience no mirrorless can replicate.
Beginners & Family — EOS R50 (2023): Canon's most beginner-friendly RF body — Dual Pixel AF and beautiful colour science in an approachable package.
Lifestyle, Street & Casual Shooters — Nikon Zfc (2021): Nikon's most beautiful camera — FM2-inspired dials and styling wrapped around a capable modern sensor with Z-mount access.
Who should buy what
Canon EOS 90D (2019)
- You're invested in Canon EF DSLR lenses and don't want to switch systems
- You shoot wildlife or sports and prefer an optical viewfinder
- You want a mid-range DSLR upgrade without going mirrorless
EOS R50 (2023)
- You're completely new to mirrorless cameras and want something uncomplicated
- You create vertical content for TikTok, Instagram Reels, or YouTube Shorts
- You want great autofocus without needing to understand complex menus
Nikon Zfc (2021)
- You want an APS-C camera with character, physical controls, and a classic look
- You're new to serious photography and want something you'll be motivated to pick up every day
- You appreciate Nikon's FM-inspired retro design in a modern mirrorless package
Quick take: The canon eos 90d has the highest resolution at 32mp; the eos r50 is the most affordable; only the canon eos 90d is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Canon EOS 90D (2019) | EOS R50 (2023) | Nikon Zfc (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £849 | £599 | £799 |
| Sensor | 32.5MP APS-C CMOS (Dual Pixel AF) | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS | 20.9MP APS-C CMOS |
| Resolution | 32.5MP | 24.2MP | 20.9MP |
| Video | 4K/30p (1.6× crop), FHD/120p | 4K/30p (uncropped 4K/24p), FHD/60p | 4K/30p (slight crop), 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF (live view), 45-point phase-detect (OVF) | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, face/eye/subject tracking | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with subject detection |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | None (no IBIS) | None (lens-based only) |
| Burst Rate | 10fps mechanical | 12fps mechanical, 15fps electronic | 11fps |
| Battery Life | ~1300 shots (CIPA with OVF) | ~380 shots (CIPA) | 300 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 701g body only | 375g body only | 445g body only |
| Dimensions | 140.7 × 104.8 × 76.8mm | 116.3 × 85.5 × 68.8mm | 134.5 × 93.5 × 43.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No | No |
| Viewfinder | Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 0.95× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots | 0.39" OLED EVF, 2.36M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Canon EF / EF-S | Canon RF-S / RF | Nikon Z-mount |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II slots | Single SD UHS-II slot | Single UHS-I SD |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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