Canon EOS M5
Nikon Z9 Black 2021
What Buyers Say
Canon EOS M5
The Canon EOS M5 is highly praised for its compact size, lightweight build, and excellent image quality. Users appreciate the mechanical controls and the 18-150mm lens as a versatile travel combo. Some note the lack of 4K video and silent mode, but overall it's considered a great value, especially with deals.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight
- Excellent image quality
- Mechanical controls
- Versatile 18-150mm lens
- Fast and accurate autofocus
Cons
- No 4K video
- No silent mode
- No headphone jack
- No panoramic mode
- Plastic build
Nikon Z9 Black 2021
The Nikon Z9 is widely praised as a flagship mirrorless camera that delivers outstanding image quality, blazing-fast autofocus, and robust build quality. Enthusiasts and professionals alike appreciate its continuous firmware updates, which have added valuable features and refined performance. While some users note its substantial weight and learning curve, the overwhelming consensus is that it is one of the best cameras available, offering exceptional versatility and reliability.
Pros
- Excellent autofocus speed and accuracy
- Superb image quality and color
- Robust build and weather sealing
- Long battery life
- Continuous firmware updates
Cons
- Heavy and bulky body
- Steep learning curve
- High price point
- Requires new Z-mount lenses for full benefit
Scores
Specifications
| Canon EOS M5 | Nikon Z9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | Stacked CMOS |
| Size | aps-c | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 24.200000762939453 MP | 45.70000076293945 MP★ |
| ISO Range | 100 | 64★ |
| Processor | DIGIC 7 | EXPEED 7 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | No data | |
| AF Type | -1 to +18 EV | Phase Detection: 493 |
| Eye AF | — | ✓★ |
| Animal AF | — | ✓★ |
| Subject Detection | — | ✓★ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 9 fps | 30 fps★ |
| Burst (Electronic) | — | 120 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | 1/4000 | 1/32000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 1080p | 8K★ |
| 4K FPS | — | 120 fps★ |
| 1080p FPS | 60 fps | 100 fps★ |
| 10-bit | — | ✓★ |
| Log Profile | — | ✓★ |
| RAW Video | — | ✓★ |
| Codec | — | ProRes 422 HQ, H.265 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2" | 3.2" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 2.4M dots | 3.7M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.30 kg★ | 1.16 kg |
| Battery Life | — | 700 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | — | USB-C★ |
| HDMI | — | HDMI Output |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Canon EOS M5
- Strong sensor (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong stabilization (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong evf (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong display (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average build (12th percentile)12th %ile
Nikon Z9 Black 2021
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong video (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Below average affordability (9th percentile)9th %ile
Verdict
Scores 99 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 19 of 33 specs.