Canon R8 vs Nikon Z7

Below, we will be reviewing the Canon R8 and Nikon Z7, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the R8 (24MP) and Z7 (46MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The R8 was introduced 4 years later than the Z7 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the R8 matches up versus the Z7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R8 & Nikon Z7. The whole galleries are available at Canon R8 Gallery & Nikon Z7 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon R8 comes with exterior measurements of 133mm x 86mm x 70mm (5.2" x 3.4" x 2.8") and a weight of 461 grams (1.02 lbs) and the Nikon Z7 has sizing of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the R8 against the Z7.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R8 and Z7 is 71 and 62 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the R8 and Z7.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Nikon Z7 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 22MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger R8 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.