Canon R3 vs Nikon Z50

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon R3 and Nikon Z50, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the R3 (24MP) and the Z50 (21MP) is very well matched but the R3 (Full frame) and Z50 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizing.

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The R3 was launched 24 months after the Z50 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the R3 scores against the Z50 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS R3 & Nikon Z50. The complete galleries are provided at Canon R3 Gallery & Nikon Z50 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Canon R3 comes with outside measurements of 150mm x 143mm x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z50 has specifications of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the R3 and the Z50.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the R3 and Z50 is 52 and 74 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at technical specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the R3 and Z50.

As you can tell, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The R3 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Canon R3 will give more detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The fresher R3 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.