Canon R vs Nikon Z30
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Canon R vs Nikon Z30 Key Specs
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- 30MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 40000 (Bump to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 660g - 136 x 98 x 84mm
- Launched September 2018
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- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 405g - 128 x 74 x 60mm
- Announced June 2022
Canon R vs Nikon Z30 Overview
Here is a in depth overview of the Canon R and Nikon Z30, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Canon and Nikon. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the R (30MP) and Z30 (21MP) and the R (Full frame) and Z30 (APS-C) use totally different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe R was launched 4 years earlier than the Z30 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the R grades versus the Z30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon R vs Nikon Z30 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS R and Nikon Z30. The complete galleries are provided at Canon R Gallery and Nikon Z30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R over the Nikon Z30
R | Z30 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.2" | 3.00" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 1040k | Clearer display (+1060k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon Z30 over the Canon R
Z30 | R | |||
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Announced | June 2022 | September 2018 | Fresher by 46 months |
Common features in the Canon R and Nikon Z30
R | Z30 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display | |
Selfie screen | Both good for selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Canon R vs Nikon Z30 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and size. The Canon R comes with outside measurements of 136mm x 98mm x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") along with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) while the Nikon Z30 has specifications of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).
Analyze the Canon R and Nikon Z30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the R vs the Z30.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R and Z30 is 62 and 79 respectively.
Canon R vs Nikon Z30 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the R and Z30.
All in all, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The R because of its larger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Canon R will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older R will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon R vs Nikon Z30 Specifications
Canon EOS R | Nikon Z30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS R | Nikon Z30 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2018-09-05 | 2022-06-29 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 30 megapixels | 21 megapixels |
Anti aliasing 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 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 5655 | 209 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon RF | Nikon Z |
Available lenses | 17 | 35 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3.00 inch |
Screen resolution | 2,100k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 480 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest 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 LP-E6N only) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 660 grams (1.46 lbs) | 405 grams (0.89 lbs) |
Dimensions | 136 x 98 x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") | 128 x 74 x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 89 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 2742 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 pictures | 330 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL25 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD card (UHS-II supported) | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $2,299 | $650 |