Canon EOS Kiss X10i vs Nikon Z50
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS Kiss X10i and Nikon Z50. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS Kiss X10i is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon Z50 is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
Canon EOS Kiss X10i were released 2020 and Nikon Z50 was released 2019. That is a 1 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i | 2020 |
Nikon Z50 | 2019 |
Type of camera
Canon EOS Kiss X10i 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 Kiss X10i 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 Kiss X10i | 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 Kiss X10i has a 24 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 Kiss X10i |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Nikon Z50 |
21 MP
20668416 pixels 5568 x 3712 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i has a 16 % larger resolution than Nikon Z50. 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 Z50 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS Kiss X10i. Nikon Z50 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Canon EOS Kiss X10i has 100 to 25600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i | 100-25600 |
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 Kiss X10i
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 Kiss X10i can shoot up to 7,5 pictures per seconds and Nikon Z50 can shoot up to 11 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i | 7,5 |
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 Kiss X10i 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 Kiss X10i weighs 515 gr (equal to 1.14 lb) which is 14% heavier than Nikon Z50 and its 450 gr (or 0.99 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i | 515 gr 1.14 lb |
Nikon Z50 | 450 gr 0.99 lb |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i vs Nikon Z50 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS Kiss X10i 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 Kiss X10i |
Nikon Z50 |
Name | Canon EOS Kiss X10i | Nikon Z50 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
Nikon Z50 |
Release Year | 2020 | 2019 |
Release Date | 2020-02-12 | 2019-10-10 |
MSRP | 749 USD | 859 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
Nikon Z50 |
Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
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 | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 5568 x 3712 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 21 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 8 | EXPEED 6 |
Image |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
Nikon Z50 |
ISO Range | 100 - 25600 | 100 - 51200 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 12 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
Nikon Z50 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 45 | 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 Kiss X10i |
Nikon Z50 |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.82× (0.51× 35mm equiv.) | 1.02× (0.68× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | 0 | 2360000 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
Nikon Z50 |
Frames per second | 7,5 fps | 11 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 4 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 | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
Nikon Z50 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
Nikon Z50 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
Nikon Z50 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control | Yes (via wireless remote or smartphone) | Yes (via smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
Nikon Z50 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
EN-EL25 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 800 shots | 320 shots |
Width | 131 mm | 127 mm |
Height | 103 mm | 94 mm |
Depth | 76 mm | 60 mm |
Weight | 515 gram | 450 gram |