Canon R5 vs Nikon Z fc
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Canon R5 vs Nikon Z fc Key Specs
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- 45MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 8192 x 4320 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 738g - 138 x 98 x 88mm
- Revealed July 2020
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- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 445g - 135 x 94 x 44mm
- Launched June 2021
Canon R5 vs Nikon Z fc Overview
In this article, we will be looking at the Canon R5 and Nikon Z fc, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the R5 (45MP) and Z fc (21MP) and the R5 (Full frame) and Z fc (APS-C) possess different sensor measurements.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe R5 was unveiled 11 months prior to the Z fc and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting through a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the R5 grades against the Z fc when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon R5 vs Nikon Z fc Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R5 and Nikon Z fc. The full galleries are viewable at Canon R5 Gallery and Nikon Z fc Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R5 over the Nikon Z fc
R5 | Z fc | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 1040k | Crisper screen (+1060k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon Z fc over the Canon R5
Z fc | R5 | |||
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Launched | June 2021 | July 2020 | Newer by 11 months |
Common features in the Canon R5 and Nikon Z fc
R5 | Z fc | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen | |
Selfie screen | Both good for selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Canon R5 vs Nikon Z fc Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon R5 provides physical dimensions of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") having a weight of 738 grams (1.63 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z fc has dimensions of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).
Analyze the Canon R5 and Nikon Z fc in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the R5 compared to the Z fc.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R5 and Z fc is 59 and 79 respectively.
Canon R5 vs Nikon Z fc Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing technical specs. The image underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the R5 and Z fc.
As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The R5 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Canon R5 will result in extra detail having an extra 24 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged R5 will be behind in sensor tech.
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Canon R5 vs Nikon Z fc Specifications
Canon EOS R5 | Nikon Z fc | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS R5 | Nikon Z fc |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2020-07-09 | 2021-06-28 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic X | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 45 megapixel | 21 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 8192 x 5464 | 5568 x 3712 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 1053 | 209 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon RF | Nikon Z |
Available lenses | 17 | 21 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3.2" | 3" |
Display resolution | 2,100k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760k dot | 2,360k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.68x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/8000s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 12.0 frames per second | 11.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 8192x4320 (30p/24/23.98p) 7680x4320 (30p/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 PCM |
Highest video resolution | 8192x4320 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 738 grams (1.63 pounds) | 445 grams (0.98 pounds) |
Dimensions | 138 x 98 x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") | 135 x 94 x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 shots | 300 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E6NH | EN-EL25 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | CFexpress and SD (UHS-II) slots | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | 2 | One |
Retail pricing | $3,899 | $949 |