Canon R vs Nikon Z7 II

Lets take a closer look at the Canon R and Nikon Z7 II, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the R (30MP) and Z7 II (46MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The R was revealed 3 years prior to the Z7 II which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the R matches up vs the Z7 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R and Nikon Z7 Mark II. The full galleries are provided at Canon R Gallery and Nikon Z7 II Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon R provides physical 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) whilst the Nikon Z7 II has proportions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs).

Analyze the Canon R and Nikon Z7 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the R compared to the Z7 II.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the R and Z7 II is 62 and 61 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching specs. The picture below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the R and Z7 II.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon Z7 II to provide you with more detail because of its extra 16 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged R will be behind in sensor tech.