Canon R7 vs Nikon Z6 II

Below, we are evaluating the Canon R7 vs Nikon Z6 II, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the R7 (33MP) and Z6 II (25MP) and the R7 (APS-C) and Z6 II (Full frame) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The R7 was manufactured 20 months later than the Z6 II making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the R7 scores versus the Z6 II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS R7 and Nikon Z6 Mark II. The entire galleries are provided at Canon R7 Gallery and Nikon Z6 II Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon R7 has outer dimensions of 132mm x 90mm x 92mm (5.2" x 3.5" x 3.6") along with a weight of 612 grams (1.35 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z6 II has proportions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon R7 vs Nikon Z6 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the R7 against the Z6 II.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the R7 and Z6 II is 64 and 61 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The visual here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the R7 and Z6 II.

Plainly, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The R7 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Canon R7 will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images much more aggressively. The newer R7 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.