EOS R7vs Nikon Zf
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Wildlife, Sports & Action — EOS R7 (2022): The EOS R7 is one of the most complete APS-C cameras ever made. It combines a class-leading resolution sensor with best-in-class IBIS, 4K/60p video, weather sealing and 15fps burst. For wildlife, sports and action photographers on an APS-C budget, nothing else comes close.
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 R7 (2022)
- Wildlife photographers who need reach, weather sealing and fast burst
- Sports shooters upgrading from entry-level APS-C bodies
- Video creators who need uncropped 4K/60p without a full-frame budget
- Canon DSLR users looking to move to RF mount
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 r7 has the highest resolution at 32mp; the eos r7 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS R7 (2022) | Nikon Zf (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,399 | £1,699 |
| Sensor | 32.5MP APS-C CMOS | 24.5MP Full-frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 32.5MP | 24.5MP |
| Video | 4K/60p (uncropped), 4K/30p (oversampled from 7K), 1080p/120p | 4K/30p oversampled, FHD/120p, N-Log, 10-bit |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, 651 AF zones, subject recognition (people, animals, vehicles) | Phase-detect 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | 7-stop IBIS (8 stops with compatible IS lenses) | 5-axis IBIS, 8.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical, 30fps electronic (with blackout) | 14fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~770 shots (CIPA) | ~380 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 612g (body, battery, card) | 710g with battery |
| Dimensions | 132.0 × 90.4 × 91.7mm | 144.0 × 103.0 × 49.0mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.72× magnification | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen, 1.62M dots | 3.2" vari-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | Canon RF-mount | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-II slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2), Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | EOS R7 | Nikon Zf |
|---|---|---|
| Wildlife | — | |
| Video | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Travel | ||
| Landscape | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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