Canon EOS R5 R5 Black 2020
Canon
95 Overall Score
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Nikon Z Z7 II Black 2020
Nikon
91 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Canon EOS R5 R5 Black 2020
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Nikon Z Z7 II Black 2020
85 out of 100 high confidence 158 reviews
The Nikon Z7 II is highly praised for its exceptional 45.7MP image quality, superb dynamic range, and solid build. Users love the lighter weight compared to DSLRs like the D850, the excellent EVF, and the ability to adapt F-mount lenses via the FTZ adapter. The autofocus is generally accurate for portraits and landscapes, but many note it lags behind competitors, especially for fast action and birds in flight. Battery life is a common concern, and the dual card slot design (CFexpress/XQD + SD) is seen as a practical compromise. Overall, it's a fantastic value for high-resolution stills photography.
Pros
- Exceptional 45.7MP image quality
- Superb dynamic range and sharpness
- Lightweight and comfortable ergonomics
- Excellent electronic viewfinder (EVF)
- F-mount lens compatibility via FTZ adapter
Cons
- Autofocus lags behind competition for action
- Battery life is shorter than DSLRs
- Dual card slots are mismatched (CFexpress + SD)
- No built-in GPS
- No native pancake lens for compact travel
Image quality 30
Autofocus performance 20
Build and ergonomics 25
Battery life 12
Lens compatibility 15
Value for money 10
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Specifications
| Canon EOS R5 R5 | Nikon Z Z7 II | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | BSI CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 45 MP | 45.70000076293945 MP★ |
| ISO Range | 100 | 64★ |
| Processor | DIGIC X | EXPEED 6 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Phase Detection: 1053 | Phase Detection: 493 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 12 fps★ | 10 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 20 fps★ | 12 fps |
| Max Shutter | 1/8000 | 1/8000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 8K★ | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 120 fps★ | 60 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 60 fps | 100 fps★ |
| 10-bit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | H.264, H.265 | H.264, H.265 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2" | 3.2" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 5.8M dots★ | 3.7M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.65 kg | 0.61 kg★ |
| Battery Life | 320 shots | 420 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C 3.1/3.2 Gen 2 | USB-C 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1 |
| HDMI | Micro-HDMI | Mini-HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Canon EOS R5 R5 Black 2020
- Strong display (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong video (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong af (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
Nikon Z Z7 II Black 2020
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Verdict
Winner: Canon EOS R5 R5
Scores 95 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 6 of 33 specs.