Canon EOS Ra vs Nikon Z7
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS Ra and Nikon Z7. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS Ra is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon Z7 is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
These two camera models were both released 2018.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS Ra | 2018 |
Nikon Z7 | 2018 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
Even though the camera sensors might be called differently they are both considered Full frame which means that the focal length of the lenses is not affected. There is no crop factor on any of these cameras and sensors.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Canon EOS Ra | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Nikon Z7 | 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 Ra has a 30 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon Z7 has 46 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS Ra |
30 MP
30105600 pixels 6720 x 4480 |
Nikon Z7 |
46 MP
45441024 pixels 8256 x 5504 |
Nikon Z7 has a 51 % larger resolution than Canon EOS Ra. 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
Canon EOS Ra has a larger ISO-range than Nikon Z7. Canon EOS Ra has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 40000 while Nikon Z7 has 64 to 25600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS Ra | 100-40000 |
Nikon Z7 | 64-25600 |
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.
Worth mentioning is that Canon EOS Ra belongs to the Canon EOS R-system and needs an adapter to work with Canons EF, EF-S, MP-E, and TS-E lenses. You can read more about this adapter here:
Canon Lens Mount Adapter EF-EOS R
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Ra
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon Z7
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS Ra can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds and Nikon Z7 can shoot up to 9 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS Ra | 8 |
Nikon Z7 | 9 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Canon EOS Ra and Nikon Z7 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.
Nikon Z7 weighs 675 gr (equal to 1.49 lb) which is 2% heavier than Canon EOS Ra and its 660 gr (or 1.46 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS Ra | 660 gr 1.46 lb |
Nikon Z7 | 675 gr 1.49 lb |
Canon EOS Ra vs Nikon Z7 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS Ra and Nikon Z7, 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 Ra |
Nikon Z7 |
Name | Canon EOS Ra | Nikon Z7 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS Ra |
Nikon Z7 |
Release Year | 2018 | 2018 |
Release Date | 2018-11-05 | 2018-08-23 |
MSRP | 2499 USD | 3399 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS Ra |
Nikon Z7 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Canon EOS Ra |
Nikon Z7 |
Sensor Size | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6720 x 4480 pixels | 8256 x 5504 pixels |
Megapixels | 30 MP | 46 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 8 | EXPEED 6 |
Image |
Canon EOS Ra |
Nikon Z7 |
ISO Range | 100 - 40000 | 64 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 12 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
Yes (Sensor Shift (5 axis)) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 5 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS Ra |
Nikon Z7 |
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 | 5655 | 493 |
Lens Mount |
Canon RF See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon Z See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
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 |
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 Ra |
Nikon Z7 |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.2” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 2100000 | 2100000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.76× | 0.8x |
Viewfinder Resolution | 3690000 | 3690000 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS Ra |
Nikon Z7 |
Frames per second | 8 fps | 9 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | No |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | 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 Ra |
Nikon Z7 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | No |
Storage |
Canon EOS Ra |
Nikon Z7 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
XQD |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS Ra |
Nikon Z7 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.1 LE) |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone) |
Yes (via MC-DC2 or smartphone)
|
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS Ra |
Nikon Z7 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
LP-E6N lithium-ion battery & charger
|
EN-EL15b lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 370 shots | 330 shots |
Width | 136 mm | 134 mm |
Height | 98 mm | 101 mm |
Depth | 84 mm | 68 mm |
Weight | 660 gram | 675 gram |