Canon R vs Nikon Z fc
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Canon R vs Nikon Z fc Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 30MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 40000 (Boost to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 660g - 136 x 98 x 84mm
- Released September 2018
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 445g - 135 x 94 x 44mm
- Launched June 2021
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On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon R and Nikon Z fc, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the R (30MP) and Z fc (21MP) and the R (Full frame) and Z fc (APS-C) posses different sensor sizes.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe R was brought out 3 years earlier than the Z fc which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the R scores versus the Z fc with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R & Nikon Z fc. The entire galleries are provided at Canon R Gallery & Nikon Z fc Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R over the Nikon Z fc
| R | Z fc | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
| Screen resolution | 2100k | 1040k | Sharper screen (+1060k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon Z fc over the Canon R
| Z fc | R | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | June 2021 | September 2018 | Newer by 34 months |
Common features in the Canon R and Nikon Z fc
| R | Z fc | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
| Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen | |
| Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly | |||
| Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Canon R vs Nikon Z fc Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon R features physical measurements of 136mm x 98mm x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) and the Nikon Z fc has proportions of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).
Look at the Canon R and Nikon Z fc in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the R against the Z fc.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R and Z fc is 62 and 79 respectively.
Canon R vs Nikon Z fc Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the R and Z fc.
As you can see, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The R due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon R will offer you more detail having its extra 9MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged R is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Canon R vs Nikon Z fc Specifications
| Canon EOS R | Nikon Z fc | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Canon | Nikon |
| Model type | Canon EOS R | Nikon Z fc |
| Category | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Released | 2018-09-05 | 2021-06-28 |
| Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 30 megapixels | 21 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 6720 x 4480 | 5568 x 3712 |
| Highest native ISO | 40000 | 51200 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | 204800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 5655 | 209 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Canon RF | Nikon Z |
| Available lenses | 17 | 21 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
| Display sizing | 3.2" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 2,100k dot | 1,040k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | 2,360k dot |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.68x |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 8.0fps | 11.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | no built-in flash | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 480 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
| Highest 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 (with LP-E6N only) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 660 gr (1.46 lbs) | 445 gr (0.98 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 136 x 98 x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") | 135 x 94 x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | 89 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 24.5 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.5 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 2742 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 370 photos | 300 photos |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | EN-EL25 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail cost | $2,299 | $949 |