Canon 90D vs Nikon Z7 II
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Canon 90D vs Nikon Z7 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 33MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- 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
- Launched August 2019
- Superseded the Canon 80D
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Introduced October 2020
- Superseded the Nikon Z7

Canon 90D vs Nikon Z7 II Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the Canon 90D vs Nikon Z7 II, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the 90D (33MP) and Z7 II (46MP) and the 90D (APS-C) and Z7 II (Full frame) possess different sensor measurements.

The 90D was announced 13 months earlier than the Z7 II making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon 90D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the 90D grades versus the Z7 II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon 90D vs Nikon Z7 II Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 90D & Nikon Z7 Mark II. The whole galleries are available at Canon 90D Gallery & Nikon Z7 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 90D over the Nikon Z7 II
90D | Z7 II | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Canon 90D
Z7 II | 90D | |||
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Introduced | October 2020 | ![]() | August 2019 | Newer by 13 months |
Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1040k | Clearer display (+1060k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 90D and Nikon Z7 II
90D | Z7 II | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon 90D vs Nikon Z7 II Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon 90D enjoys external measurements of 141mm x 105mm x 77mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") with a weight of 701 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z7 II has sizing of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs).
Contrast the Canon 90D vs Nikon Z7 II in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the 90D versus the Z7 II.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the 90D and Z7 II is 60 and 61 respectively.

Canon 90D vs Nikon Z7 II Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing specs. The image here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 90D and Z7 II.
All in all, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 90D with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Nikon Z7 II will render greater detail with its extra 13 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged 90D will be behind in sensor innovation.

Canon 90D vs Nikon Z7 II Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 90D vs Nikon Z7 II Specifications
Canon EOS 90D | Nikon Z7 Mark II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS 90D | Nikon Z7 Mark II |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2019-08-28 | 2020-10-14 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 8 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 35.9 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 858.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 33MP | 46MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6960 x 4640 | 8256 x 5504 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 32 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 45 | 493 |
Cross type focus points | 45 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon Z |
Total lenses | 326 | 15 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3.2 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 2,100 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,690 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | 0.8x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | - | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | 1/200 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (With USB-PD compatible chargers) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 701g (1.55 lb) | 705g (1.55 lb) |
Dimensions | 141 x 105 x 77mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1300 photos | 420 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E6N | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) |
Card slots | Single | Two |
Launch cost | $1,199 | $2,997 |