Canon EOS R5
Score: 89/100
Nikon Z8
Score: 94/100Rankings
The Nikon Z 8 is a compact flagship full-frame mirrorless camera that blends a 45.7 MP stacked sensor with the EXPEED 7 processor to deliver high-resolution stills and professional-grade video up to 8K 60p. Reviewers praise its speed, AI-driven AF and internal 12-bit RAW video, while noting battery endurance and potential overheating as concerns.
The Canon EOS R5 is a flagship full-frame mirrorless camera offering a 45 MP sensor, 8K video and advanced Dual Pixel AF II, housed in a weather-sealed, robust body with 5-axis IBIS. Its professional-grade performance comes with trade-offs in weight, battery endurance and storage demands.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
45 MP | 45.7 MPbest | |
— | 740 shotsbest | |
102,400 ISObest | 102,400 ISObest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1,433 g | 820 gbest |
1,053 pointsbest | 493 points | |
120 fpsbest | 120 fpsbest | |
5,760,000 dotsbest | — | |
3.2 inchesbest | 3.2 inchesbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Sensor & Image(2) | ||
Effective Megapixels (MP) | 45 MP | 45.7 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC X | EXPEED 7 |
Autofocus(2) | ||
Autofocus Points (points) | 1053 points | 493 points |
Autofocus System | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II | Hybrid |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 1433 g | 820 g |
Storage(1) | ||
Memory Card Slot Type | CFexpress Type B + SD UHS‑II | CFexpress Type B, SD (UHS-II) |
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Professional reviewers praise the EOS R5 for its groundbreaking sensor, 8K video and robust autofocus, highlighting its versatility for demanding creators.
Everyday users commend the R5's reliability and eye-detect AF, though they note overheating in warm environments and the heavy, power-hungry nature of the system.
Professional reviewers laud the Z 8 as a game-changing hybrid that marries D850-class image quality with Z9-class speed and video capabilities, making it a versatile tool for demanding photographers and videographers. They note its compact form factor, advanced AI-driven AF, and internal 12-bit RAW video as standout strengths, while cautioning about battery endurance, potential overheating in 8K, and the lack of a built-in flash.
Everyday users echo the professional praise, highlighting the camera's speed, autofocus reliability, and compactness as major benefits. Common complaints revolve around the limited battery life during video work, overheating in extended 8K sessions, and the challenge of handling massive raw and ProRes files.
“I've used the R5 since 2020 - never a glitch. Perfect for corporate, portrait, and editorial work.”
“The autofocus locks onto eyes instantly, even with moving subjects.”
