EOS RPvs Nikon Zfcvs A6400
Which should you buy?
Entry Full-Frame Stills Photography — EOS RP (2019): An affordable gateway into the RF system. The RP makes sense as a stepping stone camera — if you're committed to Canon RF glass, this is the cheapest full-frame body to buy those lenses for. Just manage expectations on video and battery life.
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.
Content Creation & Vlogging — A6400 (2019): The best value APS-C Sony you can buy — especially used. Real-time Eye AF at this price point was transformative when it launched and still makes it one of the most reliable autofocus systems in the lineup.
Who should buy what
EOS RP (2019)
- Canon users who want to start investing in RF glass affordably
- Stills photographers who shoot primarily in good light
- Anyone coming from a Canon DSLR wanting the RF system at low cost
- Travel photographers who prioritise compactness over video specs
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
A6400 (2019)
- Vloggers and content creators who need a flip screen and reliable AF
- Photographers upgrading from a compact or smartphone
- Beginners who want room to grow into a full E-mount lens ecosystem
- Anyone prioritising autofocus performance at an accessible price
Quick take: The eos rp has the highest resolution at 26mp; the eos rp is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS RP (2019) | Nikon Zfc (2021) | A6400 (2019) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £799 | £799 | £899 |
| Sensor | 26.2MP Full-Frame CMOS | 20.9MP APS-C CMOS | 24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS BSI |
| Resolution | 26.2MP | 20.9MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | 4K/24p (with 1.7× crop), 1080p/60p | 4K/30p (slight crop), 1080p/120p | 4K/30p (6K oversampled, no crop), 1080p/120p slow-motion |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF, 4779 manually selectable positions | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with subject detection | Phase-detect, 425 points, real-time Eye AF & animal AF |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | None (lens-based only) | None (no IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | 5fps mechanical | 11fps | 11fps mechanical, 8fps with AF tracking |
| Battery Life | ~250 shots (CIPA) — very limited | 300 shots (CIPA) | ~410 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 485g (body, battery, card) | 445g body only | 403g (body, battery, card) |
| Dimensions | 132.5 × 85.0 × 70.0mm | 134.5 × 93.5 × 43.5mm | 120.0 × 66.9 × 59.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.70× magnification | 0.39" OLED EVF, 2.36M dots | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.70× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen, 1.04M dots | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 180° flip for selfie/vlog, 921k dots |
| Mount | Canon RF-mount | Nikon Z-mount | Sony E-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II | Single UHS-I SD | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Micro-USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC |
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