Canon EOS R R7 Black

Canon EOS R R7 Black

Canon
90 Overall Score
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Nikon Z fc Z fc Chalk Blue 2021

Nikon Z fc Z fc Chalk Blue 2021

Nikon
81 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Canon EOS R R7 Black

72 out of 100 high confidence 381 reviews

The Canon EOS R7 is widely praised for its excellent autofocus, in-body image stabilization, and lightweight design, making it a favorite for wildlife and sports photography. However, many users report issues with shutter shock, inconsistent autofocus in certain conditions, and a lack of native RF-S lenses. The small body and button layout also draw criticism from those with larger hands, and some experienced reliability problems like the camera not turning on.

Pros
  • Excellent autofocus and eye tracking
  • In-body image stabilization (IBIS)
  • Lightweight and compact design
  • High resolution 32.5 MP sensor
  • Great value for the price
Cons
  • Shutter shock at slow speeds
  • Inconsistent autofocus in some conditions
  • Small body and cramped button layout
  • Limited native RF-S lens selection
  • No battery grip available
🤔 Autofocus performance 18
👍 Image quality 15
🤔 Build and ergonomics 12
👍 Value for money 10
👎 Shutter shock 6
🤔 Lens compatibility 8

Nikon Z fc Z fc Chalk Blue 2021

82 out of 100 high confidence 108 reviews

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
👍 Design 25
👍 Image quality 20
🤔 Ergonomics 15
👎 Stabilization 8
👎 Battery life 5
👎 Flash compatibility 4

Scores

Photography
Canon
98
Nikon
80
Product Photography
Canon
97
Nikon
84
Wedding Events
Canon
96
Nikon
81
Beginner
Canon
95
Nikon
84
Sports Wildlife
Canon
93
Nikon
85
Video
Canon
92
Nikon
79
Youtube
Canon
85
Nikon
83
Streaming
Canon
80
Nikon
84
Travel
Canon
81
Nikon
83
Vlogging
Canon
78
Nikon
81

Specifications

Canon EOS R R7Nikon Z fc Z fc
Sensor
TypeCMOSCMOS
Sizeaps-caps-c
Megapixels32.5 MP★20.899999618530273 MP
ISO Range100100
ProcessorDIGIC XEXPEED 6
Autofocus
AF Points
651
209
AF TypeAF / MF: Applies when an RF or RF-S lens without a focus mode swPhase Detection: 209
Eye AF✓✓
Animal AF✓✓
Subject Detection✓✓
Shooting
Burst (Mechanical)15 fps★11 fps
Burst (Electronic)30 fps120 fps★
Max Shutter1/80001/4000
Electronic Shutter✓✓
Video
Max Resolution4K4K
4K FPS60 fps★30 fps
1080p FPS120 fps120 fps
10-bit✓★✗
Log Profile✓★✗
RAW Video✗✗
CodecH.264, H.265H.264/MOV/MP4
Display & EVF
Screen Size3"3"
Touchscreen✓✓
Articulating✓✓
EVF Resolution2.4M dots2.4M dots
Build
Weather Sealed✓✓
Weight0.53 kg0.39 kg★
Battery Life660 shots★300 shots
Connectivity
Wi-Fi✓✓
Bluetooth✓✓
USBUSB Type-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 2)USB-C★
HDMIMicro HDMI★Micro-HDMI
Hot Shoe✓✓

Pros & Cons

Canon EOS R R7 Black

  • Strong sensor (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong battery (97th percentile)97th %ile
  • Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
  • Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
  • Below average user sentiment (16th percentile)16th %ile

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)

Verdict

★ Winner: Canon EOS R R7

Scores 90 overall, wins 6 of 10 usage categories and 8 of 33 specs.

Canon EOS R R7 Better at:

VideoBeginnerPhotographyWedding EventsSports WildlifeProduct Photography

Nikon Z fc Z fc Better at:

TravelVloggingStreaming