Canon EOS Kiss Digital N vs Nikon Z9
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS Kiss Digital N and Nikon Z9. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon Z9 is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N were released 2005 and Nikon Z9 was released 2021. That is a 16 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N | 2005 |
Nikon Z9 | 2021 |
Type of camera
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N is a DSLR camera while Nikon Z9 is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS Kiss Digital N has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor while Nikon Z9 has a "Nikon FX"-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 Kiss Digital N | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
Nikon Z9 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** 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 Kiss Digital N has a 8 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon Z9 has 46 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
8 MP
7962624 pixels 3456 x 2304 |
Nikon Z9 |
46 MP
45441024 pixels 8256 x 5504 |
Nikon Z9 has a 471 % larger resolution than Canon EOS Kiss Digital N. 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
Nikon Z9 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS Kiss Digital N. Nikon Z9 has an ISO range that stretches from 32 to 102400 while Canon EOS Kiss Digital N has 100 to 1600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N | 100-1600 |
Nikon Z9 | 32-102400 |
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 Kiss Digital N
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon Z9
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS Kiss Digital N can shoot up to 2,8 pictures per seconds and Nikon Z9 can shoot up to 30 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N | 2,8 |
Nikon Z9 | 30 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
It is only one of these two cameras that support recording movies and movie clips and that is Nikon Z9. Sadly, the Canon EOS Kiss Digital N does not support this.
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.
Nikon Z9 weighs 1340 gr (equal to 2.95 lb) which is 148% heavier than Canon EOS Kiss Digital N and its 540 gr (or 1.19 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N | 540 gr 1.19 lb |
Nikon Z9 | 1340 gr 2.95 lb |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N vs Nikon Z9 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS Kiss Digital N and Nikon Z9, 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 Kiss Digital N |
Nikon Z9 |
Name | Canon EOS Kiss Digital N | Nikon Z9 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Nikon Z9 |
Release Year | 2005 | 2021 |
Release Date | 2005-02-17 | 2021-10-28 |
MSRP | 899 USD | 5500 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Nikon Z9 |
Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Nikon Z9 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
Sensor Type | CMOS | Full Stacked CMOS |
Resolution | 3456 x 2304 pixels | 8256 x 5504 pixels |
Megapixels | 8 MP | 46 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 2 | EXPEED 7 |
Image |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Nikon Z9 |
ISO Range | 100 - 1600 | 32 - 102400 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 9 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
Yes (Sensor Shift (Synchro VR with selected lenses)) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 6 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Nikon Z9 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 7 | 493 |
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 |
FX (Full frame) No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Nikon Z9 |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Tilting |
Screen size | 1.8” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 115000 | 2088960 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | N/A | TFT LCD |
Live view | No | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.8× (0.5× 35mm equiv.) | 0.8x |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 3686400 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Nikon Z9 |
Frames per second | 2,8 fps | 30 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 900 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/32000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | No |
Built-in Flash Range | 12 meters | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Nikon Z9 |
Video recording | No | Yes |
Video format | N/A |
H.264 H.265 |
Video resolution | N/A |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 7680 x 4320 |
Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | No | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Nikon Z9 |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash |
Compact Flash Express XQD |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Nikon Z9 |
HDMI Output | No | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless | No |
Yes Built-in (IEEE 802.11b/g/n/a/ac/Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Low Energy) |
Remote Control | Yes (E3 connector, InfraRed) | Yes (Via app) |
GPS | No |
Yes Built-in (GPS, GLONASS, QZSS) |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Nikon Z9 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NB-2LH / NB-2L
|
EN-EL18d (backwards compatible with EN-EL18/a/b/c batteries)
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 400 shots | 740 shots |
Width | 127 mm | 149 mm |
Height | 94 mm | 150 mm |
Depth | 64 mm | 91 mm |
Weight | 540 gram | 1340 gram |