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Canon EOS R100vsNikon ZR: Which Camera to Buy?

These are both 24-megapixel mirrorless cameras with the same aspect ratios, but they target different buyers. The Canon EOS R100 is a compact APS-C body with a viewfinder, while the Nikon ZR is a full-frame, video-focused camera with internal raw recording and a larger screen. That sensor and feature gap decides the choice.

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  • Canon

    Canon EOS R100

    Best for Beginners and casual shooters who want a light body with a viewfinder

    3of 21 specs better
  • MOST WINS
    Nikon

    Nikon ZR

    Best for Video creators and hybrid shooters who need full-frame quality and raw recording

    18of 21 specs better
    View on eBay · $1,748.00

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Biggest differences

  • 4K max frame rate

    Nikon ZR leads

    4.8×

    higher is better

    • Canon EOS R10025 fps
    • Nikon ZR119.88 fps

  • Native ISO maximum

    Nikon ZR leads

    4×

    higher is better

    • Canon EOS R10012,800 ISO
    • Nikon ZR51,200 ISO

  • Memory card slots

    Nikon ZR leads

    2×

    higher is better

    • Canon EOS R1001 slots
    • Nikon ZR2 slots

  • Rear screen resolution

    Nikon ZR leads

    2.95×

    higher is better

    • Canon EOS R1001.04 M dots
    • Nikon ZR3.07 M dots

Features not all of them have

Log profile support

  • Canon EOS R100✕
  • Nikon ZR✓

USB charging & power delivery

  • Canon EOS R100✕
  • Nikon ZR✓

Headphone port

  • Canon EOS R100✕
  • Nikon ZR✓

Where each one wins

  • Canon EOS R100

    • Viewfinder resolution
    • Weight
    • Width

  • Nikon ZR

    • Effective pixels
    • Sensor format
    • Native ISO maximum
    • Continuous shooting (electronic)
    • Max video resolution
    • 4K max frame rate
    • Raw video recording
    • Video bit depth
    • Log profile support
    • Screen size
    • Screen articulation
    • Rear screen resolution
    • Memory card slots
    • Weather sealing
    • Height
    • Depth
    • USB charging & power delivery
    • Headphone port

What both have

  • Sensor typeCMOS
  • Aspect ratios3:2, 4:3, 1:1, 16:9
  • Minimum operating temperature0 °C
  • HDMI port typeMicro

Every spec

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SpecCanon EOS R100Nikon ZR
Overview

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Overview specs

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Release dateNot publishedNot published
Launch priceNot publishedNot published
Lens mountCanon RFNikon Z
High resolution pixel-shift modeNot publishedYes
Sensor & Image

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Sensor & Image specs

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Effective pixels24.1 MP24.5 MP
Sensor formatAPS-CFull-frame
Native ISO maximum12,800 ISO151,200 ISO
In-body image stabilization0 stops2Not published
Sensor readout speedNot publishedNot published
Sensor typeCMOSCMOS
Aspect ratios3:2, 4:3, 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)6.5 fpsNot published
Continuous shooting (electronic)0 fps320 fps
Max mechanical shutter speed4,000 1/sNot published
Pre-burst capture durationNot published0 s
AF subject detectionHumanHuman, animal, bird, car, train, airplane, motorcycle
Video

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Video specs

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Max video resolution4K6K
4K max frame rate25 fps119.88 fps
Video codecsH.264HEVC, ProRes 422 HQ, ProRes RAW, N-RAW
4K max frame rate (full width)0 fps4Not published
Raw video recordingNoneInternal
Video bit depth8 bit10 bit
Log profile supportNoYes
Video dynamic range (log)Not published15 stops
Viewfinder & Screen

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Viewfinder & Screen specs

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Viewfinder resolution2.36 M dots0 M dots
Viewfinder magnification0.59 x5Not published
Screen size3 in4 in
Screen articulationFixedFully articulated
Rear screen resolution1.04 M dots3.07 M dots
Handling & Power

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Handling & Power specs

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Battery life430 shotsNot published
Memory card slots1 slots2 slots
Weather sealingNoneDust and drip resistant
Weight356 g6630 g
Width116.3 mm134 mm
Height85.5 mm80.5 mm
Depth68.8 mm49 mm
USB charging & power deliveryNo7Yes
Minimum operating temperature0 °C0 °C
Headphone portNoYes
HDMI port typeMicroMicro
Notes on 7 values — test conditions and caveats
  1. 1Canon EOS R100, Native ISO maximum: ISO 25600 (H) is an expanded setting, not a native sensitivity.
  2. 2Canon EOS R100, In-body image stabilization: No in-body stabilization; shake correction relies on IS lenses or Movie Digital IS.
  3. 3Canon EOS R100, Continuous shooting (electronic): The electronic (silent) shutter does not support continuous shooting on this camera.
  4. 4Canon EOS R100, 4K max frame rate (full width): All 4K recording uses a ~1.6x centre crop, so no full-width 4K mode exists.
  5. 5Canon 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.
  6. 6Canon EOS R100, Weight: CIPA weight: body with battery and memory card, without lens.
  7. 7Canon EOS R100, USB charging & power delivery: The battery must be charged in the external LC-E17E charger; no USB power delivery.

Sensor and image quality

The Nikon ZR uses a full-frame sensor, which typically means better low-light performance and shallower depth of field than the Canon EOS R100's APS-C chip. The ZR also reaches a higher native sensitivity, so it holds up better in dim venues without pushing into expanded settings.

The Canon relies on lens-based stabilization, while the Nikon's in-body system is not published here. For handheld stills in low light, the full-frame advantage is the bigger practical win for the Nikon. The Canon's higher-resolution viewfinder is a real plus for composition, though.

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Sensor and image quality

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Video

The Nikon ZR is the clear video tool: it shoots 6K, offers 4K at up to 119.88 fps, records 10-bit internally in ProRes and N-RAW, and supports log profiles for grading. The Canon EOS R100 tops out at 4K 25 fps in 8-bit H.264 with no log and no raw option, and all its 4K uses a roughly 1.6x centre crop.

That crop makes wide shots harder on the Canon, and the lack of log limits how much you can push colour in editing. If video is a main use, the Nikon is the only serious choice between the two.

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Autofocus and speed

The Nikon ZR recognizes a much wider set of subjects, including animals, birds, cars and trains, while the Canon EOS R100 sticks to human detection. The ZR also offers 20 fps electronic continuous shooting, whereas the Canon's silent shutter does not support continuous shooting at all.

For sports, wildlife or any fast-moving subject, that subject recognition and burst speed matter more than the Canon's mechanical 6.5 fps. The Canon's mechanical shutter remains useful for flash sync and avoiding rolling shutter, but the Nikon's electronic burst is the stronger action option.

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Handling and power

The Canon EOS R100 is much lighter and smaller, and its 430-shot battery life is published, which helps for travel and all-day carry. It lacks USB charging, though, so you need the external charger on trips.

The Nikon ZR is heavier and bulkier, but adds a second card slot, weather sealing, USB charging, a headphone port and a larger, fully articulated screen. Those extras suit working shooters and video users, while the Canon's size and weight suit casual carry. The Canon's viewfinder is a genuine advantage the Nikon lacks entirely.

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The Verdict

Buy the Canon EOS R100 if you want a light, compact everyday camera for stills and simple video, and you value having a viewfinder. Buy the Nikon ZR if you shoot video seriously or need full-frame low-light quality, fast bursts and pro-grade recording tools. The Canon wins on size, weight and price feel; the Nikon wins on almost everything that affects image and video capability.

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Where to buy

  • Canon EOS R100

    Best for Beginners and casual shooters who want a light body with a viewfinder

  • Nikon ZR

    Best for Video creators and hybrid shooters who need full-frame quality and raw recording

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FAQ

Does the Canon EOS R100 have in-body image stabilization?

No. It has no in-body stabilization, so shake correction depends on IS lenses or Movie Digital IS. The Nikon ZR's stabilization is not published in the facts here.

Can the Canon EOS R100 shoot raw video?

No. Raw video recording is listed as none for the Canon, while the Nikon ZR records raw internally.

Which camera has a viewfinder?

Only the Canon EOS R100 has a viewfinder, at 2.36 M dots. The Nikon ZR's viewfinder resolution is 0 M dots, meaning it has none.

Does the Nikon ZR have two memory card slots?

Yes. The Nikon ZR has 2 slots, while the Canon EOS R100 has 1.

Can I charge the Canon EOS R100 over USB?

No. The Canon EOS R100 does not support USB charging or power delivery; the battery must be charged in the external LC-E17E charger. The Nikon ZR supports USB charging and power delivery.

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