Nikon D810 vs Canon EOS R
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D810 and Canon EOS R. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Nikon D810 is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS R is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.
Nikon D810 were released 2014 and Canon EOS R was released 2018. That is a 4 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Nikon D810 | 2014 |
Canon EOS R | 2018 |
Type of camera
Nikon D810 is a DSLR camera while Canon EOS R is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
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 ** |
Nikon D810 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Canon EOS R | 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 (Nikon)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Nikon D810 has a 36 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS R has 30 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Nikon D810 |
36 MP
36152320 pixels 7360 x 4912 |
Canon EOS R |
30 MP
30105600 pixels 6720 x 4480 |
Nikon D810 has a 20 % larger resolution than Canon EOS R. 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 R has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D810. Canon EOS R has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 40000 while Nikon D810 has 64 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon D810 | 64-12800 |
Canon EOS R | 100-40000 |
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 R 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 Nikon D810
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS R
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon D810 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS R can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon D810 | 5 |
Canon EOS R | 8 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Nikon D810 and Canon EOS R 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 D810 weighs 980 gr (equal to 2.16 lb) which is 48% heavier than Canon EOS R and its 660 gr (or 1.46 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon D810 | 980 gr 2.16 lb |
Canon EOS R | 660 gr 1.46 lb |
Nikon D810 vs Canon EOS R Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D810 and Canon EOS R, 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 |
Nikon D810 |
Canon EOS R |
Name | Nikon D810 | Canon EOS R |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon D810 |
Canon EOS R |
Release Year | 2014 | 2018 |
Release Date | 2014-06-26 | 2018-09-05 |
MSRP | 3299 USD | 2299 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon D810 |
Canon EOS R |
Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Nikon D810 |
Canon EOS R |
Sensor Size |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 7360 x 4912 pixels | 6720 x 4480 pixels |
Megapixels | 36 MP | 30 MP |
Image Processor | EXPEED 4 | DIGIC 8 |
Image |
Nikon D810 |
Canon EOS R |
ISO Range | 64 - 12800 | 100 - 40000 |
White Balance Presets | 12 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW + TIFF | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Nikon D810 |
Canon EOS R |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking 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 | 51 | 5655 |
Lens Mount |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Canon RF See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
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 |
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 |
Nikon D810 |
Canon EOS R |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3,2” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 1229000 | 2100000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | TFT-LCD (WRGB) | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (tunnel) | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.7× | 0.76× |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 3690000 |
Photography features |
Nikon D810 |
Canon EOS R |
Frames per second | 5 fps | 8 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | No |
Built-in Flash Range | 12 meters | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 1 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon D810 |
Canon EOS R |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Nikon D810 |
Canon EOS R |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Nikon D810 |
Canon EOS R |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Optional via WT-5A or Eye-Fi |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.1 LE) |
Remote Control | Yes | Yes (via smartphone) |
GPS |
Yes Optional with GP-1 or GP-1A |
No |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon D810 |
Canon EOS R |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
EN-EL15 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
LP-E6N lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 1200 shots | 370 shots |
Width | 146 mm | 136 mm |
Height | 123 mm | 98 mm |
Depth | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Weight | 980 gram | 660 gram |