Clicky

Canon R3 vs Nikon Z30

Portability
52
Imaging
78
Features
93
Overall
84
Canon EOS R3 front
 
Nikon Z30 front
Portability
79
Imaging
70
Features
84
Overall
75

Canon R3 vs Nikon Z30 Key Specs

Canon R3
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 102400 (Increase to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 6000 x 3164 video
  • Canon RF Mount
  • 1015g - 150 x 143 x 87mm
  • Launched September 2021
Nikon Z30
(Full Review)
  • 21MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 405g - 128 x 74 x 60mm
  • Revealed June 2022
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

Canon R3 vs Nikon Z30 Overview

Here, we are matching up the Canon R3 vs Nikon Z30, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the R3 (24MP) and the Z30 (21MP) is very similar but the R3 (Full frame) and Z30 (APS-C) offer different sensor size.

Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

The R3 was announced 9 months earlier than the Z30 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the R3 grades vs the Z30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video
	
	

Reasons to pick Canon R3 over the Nikon Z30

 R3 Z30 
Display size3.2"3.00"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution4150k1040kSharper display (+3110k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon Z30 over the Canon R3

 Z30 R3 
RevealedJune 2022September 2021More recent by 9 months

Common features in the Canon R3 and Nikon Z30

 R3 Z30 
Focus manually More precise focus
Display typeFully ArticulatedFully ArticulatedFully Articulated display
Selfie screen Both good for selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Canon R3 vs Nikon Z30 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Canon R3 has outer measurements of 150mm x 143mm x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) and the Nikon Z30 has specifications of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Analyze the Canon R3 vs Nikon Z30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the R3 against the Z30.

Canon R3 vs Nikon Z30 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the R3 and Z30 is 52 and 79 respectively.

Canon R3 vs Nikon Z30 top view buttons comparison

Canon R3 vs Nikon Z30 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing specifications. The graphic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the R3 and Z30.

Plainly, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The R3 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Canon R3 will deliver extra detail with its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older R3 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon R3 vs Nikon Z30 sensor size comparison

Canon R3 vs Nikon Z30 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon R3 vs Nikon Z30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon R3 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon Z30 as a Portrait photography camera
86
you can focus manually
MP count good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
includes face detect autofocus
delivers RAW formats
82
has manual focus
decent megapixels (21MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
features face detection focus
exports RAW formats
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban

Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon R3
Street photography with Nikon Z30
70
fully articulated screen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
comes with touch to focus
environment proofing
good high ISO (102,400)
heavier than competition (1,015 grams)
75
screen articulates
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
includes focus via touch
environment proofing
above average ISO range (51,200)
lack of image stabilization
heavier than competitors (405g)
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

Sports Comparison

Canon R3 Sports photography details
Nikon Z30 Sports photography details
89
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
quiet mode (1/64,000s)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count good (24MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
includes tracking focus
environment proofing
good battery life (760 CIPA)
comes with phase detect autofocus
76
decent megapixels (21 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
features tracking autofocus
environment proofing
has phase detect auto focus
lack of image stabilization
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

Travel Comparison

Canon R3 Travel photography advice
Nikon Z30 Travel photography advice
70
good battery life (760 CIPA)
environment proofing
connects via bluetooth
comes with touch to focus
MP count good (24MP)
display is selfie friendly
heavier than competition (1,015g)
78
environment proofing
has bluetooth
includes focus via touch
decent megapixels (21MP)
display is selfie friendly
heavier than competitors (405g)
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing

Landscape Comparison

Canon R3 Landscape photography factors
Nikon Z30 Landscape photography factors
86
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Canon RF mount)
screen size is good (3.2")
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
good high ISO (102,400)
delivers RAW formats
environment proofing
good battery life (760 CIPA)
has dual storage slots
80
has manual focus
swap lenses (Nikon Z mount)
screen size is decent (3.00")
decent megapixels (21MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
doesnt have low pass filter
above average ISO range (51,200)
exports RAW formats
environment proofing
lack of image stabilization
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon R3
Vlogging with Nikon Z30
70
display is selfie friendly
touchscreen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detect autofocus
video res high (6000 x 3164 resolution)
does have mic jack
heavier than competition (1,015g)
74
display is selfie friendly
touchscreen capability
features face detection focus
video res high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
has external mic socket
lack of image stabilization
heavier than competitors (405 grams)
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

Canon R3 vs Nikon Z30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon R3 and Nikon Z30
 Canon EOS R3Nikon Z30
General Information
Make Canon Nikon
Model type Canon EOS R3 Nikon Z30
Category Pro Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Launched 2021-09-14 2022-06-29
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type Stacked 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 24 megapixel 21 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 6000 x 4000 5568 x 3712
Highest native ISO 102400 51200
Highest boosted ISO 204800 204800
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Lowest boosted ISO 50 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 1053 209
Lens
Lens mount type Canon RF Nikon Z
Number of lenses 27 35
Focal length multiplier 1 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Fully Articulated Fully Articulated
Screen sizing 3.2 inch 3.00 inch
Screen resolution 4,150k dots 1,040k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 5,760k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.76x -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30s 30s
Highest shutter speed 1/8000s 1/4000s
Highest silent shutter speed 1/64000s -
Continuous shooting rate 12.0 frames/s 11.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings no built-in flash Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Highest flash synchronize 1/250s -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 6000x3164 (60p/​50p/​30p/​24p/​23.98p) 4096x2160 (120p/​60p/​30p/​24p/​23.98p) 3840x2160 (120p/​60p/​30p/​23.98p) 1920x1080 (60p/​30p/​23.98p) 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 6000x3164 3840x2160
Video format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS Yes None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 1015 grams (2.24 pounds) 405 grams (0.89 pounds)
Physical dimensions 150 x 143 x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") 128 x 74 x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating 96 not tested
DXO Color Depth rating 25.0 not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating 14.7 not tested
DXO Low light rating 4086 not tested
Other
Battery life 760 images 330 images
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID LP-E19 EN-EL25
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/ SDHC/ SDXC (UHS-II supported) + CFexpress Type B -
Card slots Two Single
Cost at launch $6,000 $650