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Canon M50 II vs Nikon Z7 II

Portability
79
Imaging
70
Features
88
Overall
77
Canon EOS M50 Mark II front
 
Nikon Z7 Mark II front
Portability
61
Imaging
80
Features
92
Overall
84

Canon M50 II vs Nikon Z7 II Key Specs

Canon M50 II
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 51200)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Canon EF-M Mount
  • 387g - 116 x 88 x 59mm
  • Revealed October 2020
  • Replaced the Canon M50
Nikon Z7 II
(Full Review)
  • 46MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Display
  • ISO 64 - 25600 (Expand 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
  • Launched October 2020
  • Earlier Model is Nikon Z7
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Canon M50 II vs Nikon Z7 II Overview

Below is a extended review of the Canon M50 II vs Nikon Z7 II, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the M50 II (24MP) and Z7 II (46MP) and the M50 II (APS-C) and Z7 II (Full frame) posses totally different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The M50 II was revealed at a similar time to the Z7 II so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a short view of how the M50 II grades versus the Z7 II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Canon M50 II over the Nikon Z7 II

 M50 II Z7 II 
Display typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating display
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Canon M50 II

 Z7 II M50 II 
Display dimensions3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2100k1040kClearer display (+1060k dot)

Common features in the Canon M50 II and Nikon Z7 II

 M50 II Z7 II 
LaunchedOctober 2020October 2020Same age
Focus manually Dial accurate focus
Touch display Easily navigate

Canon M50 II vs Nikon Z7 II Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon M50 II features outside dimensions of 116mm x 88mm x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") having a weight of 387 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z7 II has proportions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs).

Look at the Canon M50 II vs Nikon Z7 II in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the M50 II versus the Z7 II.

Canon M50 II vs Nikon Z7 II size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the M50 II and Z7 II is 79 and 61 respectively.

Canon M50 II vs Nikon Z7 II top view buttons comparison

Canon M50 II vs Nikon Z7 II Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements just by researching technical specs. The photograph below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the M50 II and Z7 II.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The M50 II using its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Nikon Z7 II will provide you with more detail because of its extra 22 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively.

Canon M50 II vs Nikon Z7 II sensor size comparison

Canon M50 II vs Nikon Z7 II Screen and ViewFinder

Canon M50 II vs Nikon Z7 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon M50 II as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon Z7 II as a Portrait photography camera
82
you can focus manually
good megapixels (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
provides face detect focus
delivers RAW formats
88
manual focus
fantastic megapixels (46 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
has face detection focus
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon M50 II Street photography info
Nikon Z7 II Street photography info
84
screen can move to multiple angles
built in image stabilization
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
has focus by touch
above average ISO range (25,600)
79
has a tilting screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
big sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW files
provides touch focus
environment proof
good ISO range (25,600)
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Sports Comparison

Canon M50 II Sports photography details
Nikon Z7 II Sports photography details
76
built in image stabilization
good megapixels (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
provides tracking focus
has phase detect auto focus
bad battery life (305 CIPA)
90
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
fantastic megapixels (46 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
has tracking autofocus
environment proof
comes with phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon M50 II Travel photography highlights
Nikon Z7 II Travel photography highlights
78
connects via bluetooth
has focus by touch
good megapixels (24MP)
flash built-in
selfie friendly display
bad battery life (305 CIPA)
72
environment proof
supports bluetooth
provides touch focus
fantastic megapixels (46 megapixels)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon M50 II
Landscape photography with Nikon Z7 II
80
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Canon EF-M mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization
good megapixels (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
above average ISO range (25,600)
delivers RAW formats
bad battery life (305 shots)
88
manual focus
switch lenses (Nikon Z mount)
nice screen size (3.2")
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
fantastic megapixels (46MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
doesnt have low pass filter
good ISO range (25,600)
saves RAW files
environment proof
has dual storage slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon M50 II Vlogging features
Nikon Z7 II Vlogging features
85
selfie friendly display
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization
provides face detect focus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pixels)
has mic socket
36
touchscreen functionality
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
has face detection focus
great video quality (3840 x 2160 pixels)
does have external microphone jack
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
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Canon M50 II vs Nikon Z7 II Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon M50 II and Nikon Z7 II
 Canon EOS M50 Mark IINikon Z7 Mark II
General Information
Brand Canon Nikon
Model Canon EOS M50 Mark II Nikon Z7 Mark II
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Revealed 2020-10-14 2020-10-14
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor measurements 22.3 x 14.9mm 35.9 x 23.9mm
Sensor surface area 332.3mm² 858.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixel 46 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 6000 x 4000 8256 x 5504
Maximum native ISO 25600 25600
Maximum boosted ISO 51200 102400
Minimum native ISO 100 64
RAW support
Minimum boosted ISO - 32
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 143 493
Lens
Lens mounting type Canon EF-M Nikon Z
Number of lenses 23 15
Focal length multiplier 1.6 1
Screen
Display type Fully Articulated Tilting
Display size 3" 3.2"
Resolution of display 1,040k dot 2,100k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot 3,690k dot
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.8x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30s 30s
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000s 1/8000s
Continuous shooting speed 10.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 5.00 m (at ISO 100) no built-in flash
Flash options - Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Maximum flash sync - 1/200s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 3840x2160
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes Yes
GPS Yes None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 387 grams (0.85 pounds) 705 grams (1.55 pounds)
Physical dimensions 116 x 88 x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 305 photographs 420 photographs
Battery format Built-in Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I compatible) CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II)
Storage slots 1 Dual
Price at launch $599 $2,997