EOS Rvs Nikon Zf
Canon
EOS R (2018)
Starting from £799 new
Best for Entry to full-frame mirrorless & RF lens exploration
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Entry To Full-Frame Mirrorless & Rf Lens Exploration — EOS R (2018): The RF mount's founding camera — 30MP, Dual Pixel CMOS AF, and the proof-of-concept that launched Canon's mirrorless era.
Street & Travel Photography — Nikon Zf (2023): Full-frame performance in a stunning retro body — the Zf's 8-stop IBIS and gorgeous design make it uniquely compelling.
Who should buy what
EOS R (2018)
- Canon DSLR users wanting to enter the RF ecosystem at the lowest full-frame price
- EF lens collectors who want an affordable RF body to use with the EF-RF adapter
- Photographers stepping up from APS-C who want full-frame quality on a budget
- RF system fans who want a second body without full EOS R6 pricing
Nikon Zf (2023)
- Photographers who want full-frame Z quality in a retro-styled body
- Street and travel photographers attracted to the classic dial aesthetic
- Zfc owners who want to step up to full-frame without losing the retro design
- Anyone who wants the best-looking full-frame mirrorless available
Quick take: The eos r has the highest resolution at 30mp; the eos r is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS R (2018) | Nikon Zf (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £799 | £1,699 |
| Sensor | 30.3MP full-frame CMOS | 24.5MP Full-frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 30.3MP | 24.5MP |
| Video | 4K/30p (1.7× crop), 1080p/60p | 4K/30p oversampled, FHD/120p, N-Log, 10-bit |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF — 5655 AF areas, Eye AF | Phase-detect 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | None | 5-axis IBIS, 8.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 8fps continuous (5fps with AF/AE) | 14fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~350 shots (CIPA) | ~380 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 660g body only | 710g with battery |
| Dimensions | 135.8 × 98.3 × 84.4mm | 144.0 × 103.0 × 49.0mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.71× magnification | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" touchscreen, tilting | 3.2" vari-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | Canon RF mount (full-frame) | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | Single SD UHS-II slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic jack | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | EOS R | Nikon Zf |
|---|---|---|
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Travel | ||
| Wedding | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Sports | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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