Canon R100 vs Nikon Z9

Below, we are evaluating the Canon R100 versus Nikon Z9, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the R100 (24MP) and Z9 (46MP) and the R100 (APS-C) and Z9 (Full frame) possess different sensor size.

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The R100 was introduced 20 months later than the Z9 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the R100 matches up against the Z9 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS R100 & Nikon Z9. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon R100 Gallery & Nikon Z9 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon R100 has external measurements of 116mm x 86mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") along with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z9 has dimensions of 149mm x 150mm x 91mm (5.9" x 5.9" x 3.6") along with a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the R100 compared to the Z9.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the R100 and Z9 is 76 and 51 respectively.

Generally, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The graphic below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the R100 and Z9.

All in all, the 2 cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The R100 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Nikon Z9 will deliver extra detail using its extra 22MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger R100 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.