Canon R7 vs Nikon Z8
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Canon R7 vs Nikon Z8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 33MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Expand to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 612g - 132 x 90 x 92mm
- Released May 2022
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.20" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Raise to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 910g - 144 x 119 x 83mm
- Revealed May 2023

Canon R7 vs Nikon Z8 Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Canon R7 versus Nikon Z8, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the R7 (33MP) and Z8 (46MP) and the R7 (APS-C) and Z8 (Full frame) provide totally different sensor size.

The R7 was announced 11 months prior to the Z8 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the R7 scores vs the Z8 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon R7 vs Nikon Z8 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS R7 & Nikon Z8. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon R7 Gallery & Nikon Z8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R7 over the Nikon Z8
R7 | Z8 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon Z8 over the Canon R7
Z8 | R7 | |||
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Revealed | May 2023 | ![]() | May 2022 | More modern by 11 months |
Display dimensions | 3.20" | ![]() | 3.00" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2089k | ![]() | 1620k | Crisper display (+469k dot) |
Common features in the Canon R7 and Nikon Z8
R7 | Z8 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon R7 vs Nikon Z8 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon R7 has got exterior measurements of 132mm x 90mm x 92mm (5.2" x 3.5" x 3.6") and a weight of 612 grams (1.35 lbs) while the Nikon Z8 has proportions of 144mm x 119mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 3.3") and a weight of 910 grams (2.01 lbs).
Check out the Canon R7 versus Nikon Z8 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the R7 vs the Z8.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the R7 and Z8 is 64 and 55 respectively.

Canon R7 vs Nikon Z8 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The image below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the R7 and Z8.
All in all, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The R7 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Nikon Z8 will provide more detail with its extra 13MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged R7 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon R7 vs Nikon Z8 Screen and ViewFinder


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