Canon EOS R5 R5 Mark II Black 2024
Nikon Z fc Z fc Chalk Blue 2021
What Buyers Say
Canon EOS R5 R5 Mark II Black 2024
The Canon EOS R5 Mark II is widely praised for its exceptional autofocus, especially for sports and wildlife, with many users noting a significant upgrade from the original R5. However, several reviewers report overheating issues during extended use, particularly in warm conditions, and some express disappointment with high ISO noise and occasional freezing or autofocus failures. The camera's pre-capture and eye-tracking features are game-changers for action photography, but the need for new LP-E6P batteries to unlock full functionality is a common frustration.
Pros
- Exceptional autofocus speed and accuracy
- Excellent for sports and wildlife photography
- Pre-capture feature for action shots
- Eye-tracking autofocus works well
- Improved viewfinder with no blackout
Cons
- Overheating during extended use
- High ISO noise at higher settings
- Occasional freezing and lockups
- Autofocus failures in some conditions
- Requires new LP-E6P batteries for full functionality
Nikon Z fc Z fc Chalk Blue 2021
The Nikon Z fc is widely praised for its retro design, compact size, and enjoyable shooting experience, appealing to both enthusiasts and professionals as a fun, everyday camera. Users love the tactile dials and image quality, but note the lack of in-body stabilization, limited battery life, and the need for an add-on grip for comfortable handling. Some mention issues with flash compatibility and the kit lens, but overall, it's seen as a great value for its price.
Pros
- Retro design
- Compact and lightweight
- Fun to use
- Tactile dials
- Good image quality
Cons
- No in-body stabilization
- Limited battery life
- No grip included
- Flash compatibility issues
- Kit lens quality
Scores
Specifications
| Canon EOS R5 R5 Mark II | Nikon Z fc Z fc | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | aps-c |
| Megapixels | 45 MP★ | 20.899999618530273 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 | 100 |
| Processor | DIGIC Accelerator | EXPEED 6 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | PhotoPhase Detection: 1053VideoPhase Detection: 975 | Phase Detection: 209 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 30 fps★ | 11 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 30 fps | 120 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | 1/32000 | 1/4000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 8K★ | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 120 fps★ | 30 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 240 fps★ | 120 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Log Profile | ✓★ | ✗ |
| RAW Video | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codec | H.264/MP4/XF-AVC S/XF-HEVC S 4:2:2/4:2:0 8/10-Bit | H.264/MOV/MP4 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2"★ | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 5.8M dots★ | 2.4M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.59 kg | 0.39 kg★ |
| Battery Life | 320 shots★ | 300 shots |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C |
| HDMI | HDMI Output | Micro-HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Canon EOS R5 R5 Mark II Black 2024
- Strong display (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong video (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong evf (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (33rd percentile)
Nikon Z fc Z fc Chalk Blue 2021
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong burst (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong video (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Nikon Z fc Z fc Chalk Blue 2021 offers 3.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 92 overall, wins 8 of 10 usage categories and 12 of 33 specs.
