How To Choose Between Them
Compare the winners above against your own priorities. A lead in one category only matters if you use it.
Camera Comparison
Nikon
Nikon Z5 vs Canon EOS RP
Short AnswerCanon EOS RP wins more of the spec-sheet categories, but the right pick depends on what you shoot.
By Jennifer K. Telfer · Updated · 1 Min Read
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Winner By Photographic Discipline
ResolutionCanon EOS RP
Battery LifeNikon Z5
WeightCanon EOS RP
Launch PriceCanon EOS RP
Key Technical Performance Deltas
Resolution (MP)
A24.3
B26.2
Battery (Shots)
A390
B250
Weight (g, Lower Is Lighter)
A675
B485
Form Factor
134 × 100.5 × 69.5 mm
132.5 × 85 × 70 mm
Reasons To Choose Each
Choose Nikon Z5 If…
- Higher battery life (390 shots vs 250 shots)
Choose Canon EOS RP If…
- Higher resolution (26.2 MP vs 24.3 MP)
- Lighter body (485 g vs 675 g)
- Costs less at launch ($1299 vs $1399)
Comprehensive Specification Table
| Spec | Nikon Z5 | Canon EOS RP |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Format | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Megapixels | 24.3 MP | 26.2 MP |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Max Native ISO | 51200 | 40000 |
| Stabilization | 5 Stops | — |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | 273 | — |
| Low-Light AF | -3 EV | -5 EV |
| Speed | ||
| Mechanical Burst | 4.5 fps | 5 fps |
| Fastest Mechanical Shutter | 1/8000 | 1/4000 |
| Viewfinder & Screen | ||
| Viewfinder | EVF | EVF |
| EVF Resolution | 3.69M | 2.36M |
| LCD Size | 3.2" | 3" |
| LCD Type | Tilting | Vari-angle |
| Video | ||
| Best Video | 4K 30p | — |
| Internal Color | 8-bit 4:2:0 | — |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 675 g | 485 g |
| Card Slots | 2 | 1 |
| Battery (CIPA) | 390 Shots | 250 Shots |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Launch Price | 1399 | 1299 |
Amber marks the stronger value. Figures are manufacturer specifications.