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Nikon Z8vsCanon EOS R100: Which Camera Wins?

The Nikon Z8 and Canon EOS R100 are mirrorless cameras using interchangeable lenses, but they cater to entirely different users. The choice comes down to professional performance versus a lightweight, entry-level build.

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Biggest differences

  • Weight

    Canon EOS R100 leads

    2.56×

    lower is better

    • Nikon Z8910 g
    • Canon EOS R100356 g

  • 4K max frame rate

    Nikon Z8 leads

    4.8×

    higher is better

    • Nikon Z8120 fps
    • Canon EOS R10025 fps

  • Memory card slots

    Nikon Z8 leads

    2×

    higher is better

    • Nikon Z82 slots
    • Canon EOS R1001 slots

  • Effective pixels

    Nikon Z8 leads

    +90%

    higher is better

    • Nikon Z845.7 MP
    • Canon EOS R10024.1 MP

Features not all of them have

Log profile support

  • Nikon Z8✓
  • Canon EOS R100✕

USB charging & power delivery

  • Nikon Z8✓
  • Canon EOS R100✕

Headphone port

  • Nikon Z8✓
  • Canon EOS R100✕

Where each one wins

  • Nikon Z8

    • Effective pixels
    • Sensor format
    • Native ISO maximum
    • In-body image stabilization
    • Sensor type
    • Continuous shooting (electronic)
    • Max video resolution
    • 4K max frame rate
    • 4K max frame rate (full width)
    • Raw video recording
    • Video bit depth
    • Log profile support
    • Viewfinder resolution
    • Viewfinder magnification
    • Screen size
    • Screen articulation
    • Rear screen resolution
    • Memory card slots
    • Weather sealing
    • USB charging & power delivery
    • Minimum operating temperature
    • Headphone port
    • HDMI port type

  • Canon EOS R100

    • Weight
    • Width
    • Height
    • Depth

Every spec

Red marks the better value in each row.

SpecNikon Z8Canon EOS R100
Overview

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Overview specs

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Release date2023-05Not published
Launch price3,999.95 USDNot published
Lens mountNikon ZCanon RF
High resolution pixel-shift modeYesNot published
Sensor & Image

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Sensor & Image specs

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Effective pixels45.7 MP24.1 MP
Sensor formatFull-frameAPS-C
Native ISO maximum25,600 ISO12,800 ISO1
In-body image stabilization5.5 stops20 stops3
Sensor readout speedNot publishedNot published
Sensor typeStacked CMOSCMOS
Aspect ratios3:2, 1:1, 16:93:2, 4:3, 1:1, 16:9
Lens & Autofocus

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Lens & Autofocus specs

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Continuous shooting (mechanical)Not published6.5 fps
Continuous shooting (electronic)30 fps40 fps5
Max mechanical shutter speedNot published4,000 1/s
Pre-burst capture duration300 s6Not published
AF subject detectionHuman, animal, bird, train, airplane, motorcycle, vehicleHuman
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Video specs

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Max video resolution8K4K
4K max frame rate120 fps25 fps
Video codecsH.264, HEVC, ProRes 422 HQ, ProRes RAW, N-RAWH.264
4K max frame rate (full width)120 fps0 fps7
Raw video recordingInternalNone
Video bit depth10 bit8 bit
Log profile supportYesNo
Video dynamic range (log)Not publishedNot published
Viewfinder & Screen

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Viewfinder & Screen specs

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Viewfinder resolution3.69 M dots2.36 M dots
Viewfinder magnification0.8 x0.59 x8
Screen size3.2 in3 in
Screen articulationMulti-angle9Fixed
Rear screen resolution2.1 M dots1.04 M dots
Handling & Power

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Handling & Power specs

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Battery lifeNot published430 shots
Memory card slots2 slots1 slots
Weather sealingDust and drip resistantNone
Weight910 g356 g10
Width144 mm116.3 mm
Height118.5 mm85.5 mm
Depth83 mm68.8 mm
USB charging & power deliveryYesNo11
Minimum operating temperature-10 °C0 °C
Headphone portYesNo
HDMI port typeFull-sizeMicro
Notes on 11 values — test conditions and caveats
  1. 1Canon EOS R100, Native ISO maximum: ISO 25600 (H) is an expanded setting, not a native sensitivity.
  2. 2Nikon Z8, In-body image stabilization: The 6.0-stop figure applies only with Synchro VR-compatible Nikkor Z lenses; the standard body rating is 5.5 stops.
  3. 3Canon EOS R100, In-body image stabilization: No in-body stabilization; shake correction relies on IS lenses or Movie Digital IS.
  4. 4Nikon Z8, Continuous shooting (electronic): Full-resolution JPEG bursts reach 30 fps; 14-bit RAW bursts top out at 20 fps.
  5. 5Canon EOS R100, Continuous shooting (electronic): The electronic (silent) shutter does not support continuous shooting on this camera.
  6. 6Nikon Z8, Pre-burst capture duration: The 300 s Pre-Release Capture buffer arrived with firmware 2.0; launch firmware allowed 30 s.
  7. 7Canon EOS R100, 4K max frame rate (full width): All 4K recording uses a ~1.6x centre crop, so no full-width 4K mode exists.
  8. 8Canon EOS R100, Viewfinder magnification: Canon's 0.95x is quoted with a 50mm lens on APS-C; in 35mm-equivalent terms it is 0.59x.
  9. 9Nikon Z8, Screen articulation: Nikon's 4-axis monitor tilts both vertically and horizontally but does not swing out like a fully articulated screen.
  10. 10Canon EOS R100, Weight: CIPA weight: body with battery and memory card, without lens.
  11. 11Canon EOS R100, USB charging & power delivery: The battery must be charged in the external LC-E17E charger; no USB power delivery.

Image Quality and Sensors

The Nikon Z8 features a 45.7 MP full-frame stacked CMOS sensor that captures vastly more detail and handles low light better than the Canon EOS R100 and its 24.1 MP APS-C sensor.

The Z8 also reaches a native 25,600 ISO and includes 5.5 stops of in-body image stabilization, whereas the Canon model lacks built-in shake correction entirely.

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Image Quality and Sensors

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Video Performance

Videographers get a massive advantage with the Nikon, which supports 8K video resolution and 4K at up to 120 fps. It records raw video internally in 10-bit color with log profile support and includes a full-size HDMI port.

In contrast, the Canon tops out at 4K resolution at 25 fps with an 8-bit H.264 codec and a micro HDMI port, while applying a ~1.6x crop to all 4K footage.

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Video Performance

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Handling and Build

Weighing 910 g with dust and drip resistance, the Nikon Z8 is built for rugged professional environments and dual card slots. It includes a multi-angle screen and a high-resolution 3.69 M dot viewfinder.

The Canon EOS R100 weighs just 356 g with a single card slot, no weather sealing, a fixed screen, and a smaller 2.36 M dot viewfinder.

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The Verdict

Buy the Nikon Z8 if you need professional video codecs, robust weather sealing, and high-resolution full-frame imaging. Buy the Canon EOS R100 if you want an ultra-lightweight, simple camera for basic everyday photography.

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Where to buy

  • Nikon Z8

    Best for Professional multimedia creators and advanced shooters

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  • Canon EOS R100

    Best for Beginners seeking a lightweight, budget-friendly body

FAQ

Does the Canon EOS R100 support USB charging?

No, the battery must be charged in the external LC-E17E charger, and the camera lacks USB power delivery.

What subject detection does the Nikon Z8 offer?

It detects humans, animals, birds, trains, airplanes, motorcycles, and vehicles.

Can the Canon EOS R100 shoot video in raw format?

No, raw video recording is not available on the Canon, while the Nikon supports internal raw recording.

What is the maximum continuous shooting speed for electronic shutters?

The Nikon reaches 30 fps for full-resolution JPEGs, while the Canon electronic shutter does not support continuous shooting.

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