Canon R100 vs Nikon Z50
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Canon R100 vs Nikon Z50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 356g - 116 x 86 x 69mm
- Released May 2023
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 397g - 127 x 94 x 60mm
- Introduced October 2019

Canon R100 vs Nikon Z50 Overview
In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon R100 versus Nikon Z50, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the R100 (24MP) and the Z50 (21MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

The R100 was announced 3 years after the Z50 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the R100 matches up against the Z50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon R100 vs Nikon Z50 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS R100 and Nikon Z50. The whole galleries are available at Canon R100 Gallery and Nikon Z50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R100 over the Nikon Z50
R100 | Z50 | |||
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Introduced | May 2023 | ![]() | October 2019 | More modern by 45 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon Z50 over the Canon R100
Z50 | R100 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.00" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon R100 and Nikon Z50
R100 | Z50 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Equal display resolution |
Canon R100 vs Nikon Z50 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon R100 has got physical dimensions of 116mm x 86mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") along with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Nikon Z50 has proportions of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") having a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).
Compare the Canon R100 versus Nikon Z50 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the R100 compared to the Z50.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R100 and Z50 is 76 and 74 respectively.

Canon R100 vs Nikon Z50 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the R100 and Z50.
Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon R100 to give you greater detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent R100 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Canon R100 vs Nikon Z50 Screen and ViewFinder


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