Canon 90D vs Canon R3
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Canon 90D vs Canon R3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 33MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Boost to 51200)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 701g - 141 x 105 x 77mm
- Revealed August 2019
- Earlier Model is Canon 80D
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Boost to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 6000 x 3164 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 1015g - 150 x 143 x 87mm
- Revealed September 2021

Canon 90D vs Canon R3 Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Canon 90D vs Canon R3, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Pro Mirrorless and both of them are manufactured by Canon. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the 90D (33MP) and R3 (24MP) and the 90D (APS-C) and R3 (Full frame) possess different sensor sizing.

The 90D was launched 24 months before the R3 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon 90D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Canon R3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the 90D scores versus the R3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon 90D vs Canon R3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 90D and Canon EOS R3. The complete galleries are provided at Canon 90D Gallery and Canon R3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 90D over the Canon R3
90D | R3 |
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Reasons to pick Canon R3 over the Canon 90D
R3 | 90D | |||
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Revealed | September 2021 | ![]() | August 2019 | Fresher by 24 months |
Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 4150k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper display (+3110k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 90D and Canon R3
90D | R3 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon 90D vs Canon R3 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon 90D provides exterior measurements of 141mm x 105mm x 77mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") with a weight of 701 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Canon R3 has dimensions of 150mm x 143mm x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1015 grams (2.24 lbs).
Check out the Canon 90D vs Canon R3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the 90D against the R3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 90D and R3 is 60 and 52 respectively.

Canon 90D vs Canon R3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over technical specs. The visual here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 90D and R3.
As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 90D due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Canon 90D will offer you more detail utilizing its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The older 90D is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon 90D vs Canon R3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 90D vs Canon R3 Specifications
Canon EOS 90D | Canon EOS R3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon EOS 90D | Canon EOS R3 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2019-08-28 | 2021-09-14 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 8 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | Stacked CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 33MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6960 x 4640 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 102400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 45 | 1053 |
Cross type focus points | 45 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF/EF-S | Canon RF |
Number of lenses | 326 | 27 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3" | 3.2" |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 4,150k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 5,760k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | 0.76x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | 1/64000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames/s | 12.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | - | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 6000x3164 (60p/50p/30p/24p/23.98p) 4096x2160 (120p/60p/30p/24p/23.98p) 3840x2160 (120p/60p/30p/23.98p) 1920x1080 (60p/30p/23.98p) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 6000x3164 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (With USB-PD compatible chargers) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | Yes |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 701 gr (1.55 lb) | 1015 gr (2.24 lb) |
Dimensions | 141 x 105 x 77mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") | 150 x 143 x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 96 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 25.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 4086 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1300 photos | 760 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E6N | LP-E19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC (UHS-II supported) + CFexpress Type B |
Storage slots | One | Dual |
Retail cost | $1,199 | $6,000 |