Canon R5 vs Nikon Z6

Lets look closer at the Canon R5 and Nikon Z6, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the R5 (45MP) and Z6 (25MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (Full frame).

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The R5 was announced 23 months later than the Z6 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the R5 scores vs the Z6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS R5 & Nikon Z6. The whole galleries are available at Canon R5 Gallery & Nikon Z6 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Canon R5 comes with physical measurements of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") having a weight of 738 grams (1.63 lbs) and the Nikon Z6 has specifications of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") and a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the R5 vs the Z6.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the R5 and Z6 is 59 and 62 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The visual underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the R5 and Z6.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Canon R5 to provide greater detail with its extra 20MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher R5 provides an edge in sensor tech.