Canon R5 vs Nikon Z50

Lets take a more detailed look at the Canon R5 versus Nikon Z50, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the R5 (45MP) and Z50 (21MP) and the R5 (Full frame) and Z50 (APS-C) provide different sensor sizes.

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The R5 was released 10 months later than the Z50 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the R5 grades vs the Z50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS R5 and Nikon Z50. The complete galleries are available at Canon R5 Gallery and Nikon Z50 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon R5 provides exterior measurements of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") and a weight of 738 grams (1.63 lbs) and the Nikon Z50 has sizing of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") along with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon R5 versus Nikon Z50 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the R5 against the Z50.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R5 and Z50 is 59 and 74 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through technical specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the R5 and Z50.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The R5 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Canon R5 will produce more detail as a result of its extra 24 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images more aggressively. The newer R5 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.