Canon EOS RP vs Nikon Z50

Cameras
Compare Cameras
Canon EOS RP vs Nikon Z50

Leave Feedback

35mm 861.6mm²
26.2 megapixels
ISO 100 - 40,000

Go in depth with our full Canon EOS RP Review.
How does it shoot? Canon EOS RP in the real world.
See real-world photos taken with the EOS RP.
Compare Canon EOS RP image quality against competitors.
What’s the bottom line? Read our Canon EOS RP conclusion.

APS-C 369.0mm²
20.9 megapixels
ISO 100 - 51,200

Go in depth with our full Nikon Z50 Review.
See real-world photos taken with the Z50.

Buy From

Differences

Canon EOS RP advantages over Nikon Z50

Tilt-swivel screen
Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
Larger sensor
35mm vs APS-C
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
Bigger pixels
~ 5.75 vs 4.22 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
More telephoto lens reach
105 mm vs 75 mm
Capture objects farther away with the kit lens
More pixels
26.2 vs 20.9 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
Headphone jack
Yes vs No
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
Has anti-aliasing filter
Filter vs No Filter
Reduces unsightly moiré in photos

Nikon Z50 advantages over Canon EOS RP

Focus peaking
Peaker vs Non-peaker
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
Less expensive
$897 vs $2099
Save money for lenses or accessories
Longer stills battery life
More info

Longer stills battery life

Cameras with longer battery life can take more photos before exhausting their batteries.

Special note: The measurement standard for battery life stipulates that if a camera has an internal flash, it must be used for 50% of photos taken. For this reason, comparisons of one camera with an internal flash to another without will not be comparable

320 vs 250 shots
Capture more photos
Internal flash
Internal flash vs None
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
Lacks anti-aliasing filter
No Filter vs Filter
Enjoy sharper photos
Faster JPEG shooting
11.0 fps vs 5.0 fps
Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
Faster RAW shooting
11.0 fps vs 5.0 fps
Faster RAW shooting in burst mode
Slow-motion videos
Yes vs No
Shoot slow-motion videos
Higher extended ISO
204800 vs 102400 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

Eye-level viewfinder
Both provide
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
Shoot 4K video
Both provide
Make sure you have a fast computer
Touchscreen
Both provide
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
Built-in Wi-Fi
Both provide
Share your photos wirelessly
Built-in Bluetooth
Both provide
Always-on wireless connectivity
On-sensor phase detect
Both provide
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
External Mic Jack
Both provide
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
HDMI out
Both provide
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
Hot shoe
Both provide
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
Bulb shutter
Both provide
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

In-Camera Image Stabilization
Neither provide
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
In-camera panoramas
Neither provide
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
NFC
Neither provide
Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
Built-in GPS
Neither provide
Geotag your photos
Top deck display
Neither provide
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
Dual card slots
Neither provide
Gives you more storage flexibility

User reviews

Amazon
Adorama
Read EOS RP User Reviews

Amazon
Adorama
Read Z50 User Reviews

Buy From

Your purchases support this site

Buy the Canon EOS RP

Body Only

Body Only
Kit with RF 24-105mm lens

All EOS RP Deals

Your purchases support this site

Buy the Nikon Z50

Body Only

Body Only
Kit with 16-50mm and 50-250mm Lenses
Kit with 16-50mm Lens

All Z50 Deals

Review Excerpt

Very good image quality; Good high ISO performance; Fast Dual Pixel CMOS AF autofocus system; Eye AF with tracking & video support; 4K video; Good build quality; Excellent value.
No IBIS; Sub-par dynamic range; Burst shooting tops out at 5fps; Poor battery life; Limited video features.
Read our Canon EOS RP Review

We haven’t finished our review of the Nikon Z50, but we have extensive sample photos and a hands-on report.
Read our Nikon Z50 Shooter's Report

The Competition

Compared to Canon EOS M50

Canon EOS RP

Canon EOS M50

$949
35mm

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

$579
APS-C

Less expensive
Focus peaking

Compare Canon EOS RP vs Canon EOS M50

Nikon Z50

Canon EOS M50

$790
APS-C

Larger sensor
Longer stills battery life

$579
APS-C

Less expensive
Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Nikon Z50 vs Canon EOS M50

Compared to Nikon Z5

Canon EOS RP

Nikon Z5

$949
35mm

Tilt-swivel screen
Lighter weight

$1097
35mm

Less expensive
Focus peaking

Compare Canon EOS RP vs Nikon Z5

Nikon Z50

Nikon Z5

$790
APS-C

Less expensive
Internal flash

$1097
35mm

Larger sensor
In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Nikon Z50 vs Nikon Z5

Compared to Sony A7C

Canon EOS RP

Sony A7C

$949
35mm

More telephoto lens reach
Wider angle kit lens

$1598
35mm

Less expensive
Focus peaking

Compare Canon EOS RP vs Sony A7C

Nikon Z50

Sony A7C

$790
APS-C

Less expensive
More telephoto lens reach

$1598
35mm

Larger sensor
Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Nikon Z50 vs Sony A7C

Compared to Nikon Z6 II

Canon EOS RP

Nikon Z6 II

$949
35mm

Tilt-swivel screen
More telephoto lens reach

$1747
35mm

Focus peaking
In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Canon EOS RP vs Nikon Z6 II

Nikon Z50

Nikon Z6 II

$790
APS-C

Less expensive
Internal flash

$1747
35mm

Larger sensor
In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Nikon Z50 vs Nikon Z6 II

Compared to Fujifilm X-S10

Canon EOS RP

Fujifilm X-S10

$949
35mm

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

$999
APS-C

Less expensive
Focus peaking

Compare Canon EOS RP vs Fujifilm X-S10

Nikon Z50

Fujifilm X-S10

$790
APS-C

Less expensive
Wider angle kit lens

$999
APS-C

Tilt-swivel screen
Slower slow-motion

Compare Nikon Z50 vs Fujifilm X-S10

Compare Other Cameras?