Canon EOS 60Da vs Nikon Z50
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 60Da and Nikon Z50. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS 60Da is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon Z50 is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
Canon EOS 60Da were released 2012 and Nikon Z50 was released 2019. That is a 7 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS 60Da | 2012 |
Nikon Z50 | 2019 |
Type of camera
Canon EOS 60Da is a DSLR camera while Nikon Z50 is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS 60Da has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor while Nikon Z50 has a "Nikon DX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Canon EOS 60Da | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
Nikon Z50 | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)
Resolution
Canon EOS 60Da has a 18 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon Z50 has 21 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS 60Da |
18 MP
17915904 pixels 5184 x 3456 |
Nikon Z50 |
21 MP
20668416 pixels 5568 x 3712 |
Nikon Z50 has a 15 % larger resolution than Canon EOS 60Da. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 100 to 51200.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS 60Da | 100-51200 |
Nikon Z50 | 100-51200 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 60Da
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon Z50
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS 60Da can shoot up to 5,3 pictures per seconds and Nikon Z50 can shoot up to 11 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS 60Da | 5,3 |
Nikon Z50 | 11 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Canon EOS 60Da and Nikon Z50 can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Canon EOS 60Da weighs 755 gr (equal to 1.66 lb) which is 68% heavier than Nikon Z50 and its 450 gr (or 0.99 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS 60Da | 755 gr 1.66 lb |
Nikon Z50 | 450 gr 0.99 lb |
Canon EOS 60Da vs Nikon Z50 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 60Da and Nikon Z50, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Canon EOS 60Da |
Nikon Z50 |
Name | Canon EOS 60Da | Nikon Z50 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS 60Da |
Nikon Z50 |
Release Year | 2012 | 2019 |
Release Date | 2012-04-07 | 2019-10-10 |
MSRP | 1499 USD | 859 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS 60Da |
Nikon Z50 |
Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Canon EOS 60Da |
Nikon Z50 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 5184 x 3456 pixels | 5568 x 3712 pixels |
Megapixels | 18 MP | 21 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 4 | EXPEED 6 |
Image |
Canon EOS 60Da |
Nikon Z50 |
ISO Range | 100 - 51200 | 100 - 51200 |
White Balance Presets | 8 | 12 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | Yes | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS 60Da |
Nikon Z50 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 9 | 209 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon Z See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
DX / APS-C (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS 60Da |
Nikon Z50 |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | Clear View TFT color LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 96% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.95× (0.59× 35mm equiv.) | 1.02× (0.68× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 2360000 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS 60Da |
Nikon Z50 |
Frames per second | 5,3 fps | 11 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 13 meters | 7 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS 60Da |
Nikon Z50 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS 60Da |
Nikon Z50 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS 60Da |
Nikon Z50 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control | Yes (Optional) | Yes (via smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS 60Da |
Nikon Z50 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion LP-E6 rechargeable battery & charger
|
EN-EL25 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 1100 shots | 320 shots |
Width | 145 mm | 127 mm |
Height | 106 mm | 94 mm |
Depth | 79 mm | 60 mm |
Weight | 755 gram | 450 gram |