EOS R10vs X-A7vs Z50 II
Which should you buy?
Beginners & Vlogging — EOS R10 (2022): Canon's most affordable RF body — Dual Pixel AF and a vari-angle screen in a compact, lightweight package.
Beginner Fujifilm — X-A7 (2019): The most affordable X-mount entry — Fujifilm colour and film simulations with a large flip screen for beginners.
All-Round Photography — Z50 II (2024): Nikon's updated APS-C body with 4K/60p, improved subject tracking, and a vari-angle screen — a solid all-rounder.
Who should buy what
EOS R10 (2022)
- You're buying your first serious interchangeable-lens camera
- You want reliable animal and people tracking without a steep learning curve
- You want an APS-C body with access to Canon's full RF lens range
X-A7 (2019)
- You want an affordable first mirrorless with decent video capabilities
- You shoot a lot of selfie-style content or vlog on a budget
- Note: no viewfinder and limited lens support — the X-T30 II is a better long-term investment
Z50 II (2024)
- You want a capable APS-C camera for travel, street, or everyday shooting
- You want improved autofocus over older Nikon APS-C bodies like the Z50 or Zfc
- You want a compact Nikon mirrorless body that uses the full Z lens system
Quick take: The eos r10 has the highest resolution at 24mp; the x-a7 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS R10 (2022) | X-A7 (2019) | Z50 II (2024) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £399 | £899 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS (Bayer, not X-Trans) | 20.9MP APS-C CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 24.2MP | 20.9MP |
| Video | 4K/30p (slight crop), FHD/120p | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | 4K/60p uncropped, 1080p/120p, N-Log |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, eye/face/subject tracking | Phase-detect + contrast, 425 points | Phase-detect, 249 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | None (no IBIS) | None (no IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical, 23fps electronic | 6fps | 11fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~430 shots (CIPA) | ~440 shots (CIPA) | ~330 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 429g body only | 320g body only | 385g body only |
| Dimensions | 122.5 × 87.8 × 83.4mm | 118.0 × 80.6 × 55.2mm | 127.0 × 96.8 × 66.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots | None | EVF, 2.36M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen | 3.5" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Canon RF-S / RF | Fujifilm X-mount | Nikon Z-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
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