Canon R7 vs Nikon Z9

Below, we are analyzing the Canon R7 versus Nikon Z9, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Canon and Nikon. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the R7 (33MP) and Z9 (46MP) and the R7 (APS-C) and Z9 (Full frame) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The R7 was manufactured 7 months later than the Z9 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the R7 matches up against the Z9 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS R7 and Nikon Z9. The entire galleries are provided at Canon R7 Gallery and Nikon Z9 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Canon R7 provides external measurements of 132mm x 90mm x 92mm (5.2" x 3.5" x 3.6") and a weight of 612 grams (1.35 lbs) and the Nikon Z9 has specifications of 149mm x 150mm x 91mm (5.9" x 5.9" x 3.6") along with a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the R7 vs the Z9.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R7 and Z9 is 64 and 51 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the R7 and Z9.

As you can tell, the two cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The R7 because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Nikon Z9 will provide more detail due to its extra 13MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher R7 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.