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Canon EOS R5 — full-frame · 2020
Canon

Canon EOS R5

full-frame · 2020

92
/ 100
From $3,899
VS
Canon EOS R5 wins by 3
Nikon Z7 II — full-frame · 2020
Nikon

Nikon Z7 II

full-frame · 2020

89
/ 100
From $2,999
Specdex verdict

Canon EOS R5 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Canon EOS R5 lands at 92 and Nikon Z7 II at 89. That puts Canon EOS R5 ahead by 3 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Canon EOS R5 if…

  • ✓Current-gen AF system
  • ✓Proven lens ecosystem
  • ✓Strong video + stills balance

Pick Nikon Z7 II if…

  • ✓Current-gen AF system
  • ✓Proven lens ecosystem
  • ✓Strong video + stills balance
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Photo

Canon EOS R5

Compared on the photo sub-score

Canon EOS R5 leads on photo (92 vs 89).

Autofocus

Canon EOS R5

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Canon EOS R5 leads on autofocus (90 vs 87).

Video

Canon EOS R5

Compared on the video sub-score

Canon EOS R5 leads on video (88 vs 85).

Value for money

Nikon Z7 II

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Nikon Z7 II more score per dollar ($2,999 vs $3,899).

Canon EOS R5 92
vs
89 Nikon Z7 II

Score breakdown

Canon EOS R5
92
photo 92
video 88
autofocus 90
ergonomics 86
Nikon Z7 II
89
photo 89
video 85
autofocus 87
ergonomics 86

Specs side-by-side

Canon EOS R5 versus Nikon Z7 II — full spec comparison
Spec Canon EOS R5 Nikon Z7 II
Format
full-frame
full-frame
Release year
2020
2020

Canon EOS R5

Pros
  • +Current-gen AF system
  • +Proven lens ecosystem
  • +Strong video + stills balance
Cons
  • −Body price excludes lens
  • −Heavy for travel (flagship)
  • −Learning curve on menus

Nikon Z7 II

Pros
  • +Current-gen AF system
  • +Proven lens ecosystem
  • +Strong video + stills balance
Cons
  • −Body price excludes lens
  • −Heavy for travel (flagship)
  • −Learning curve on menus

FAQ: Canon EOS R5 vs Nikon Z7 II

Which is better, Canon EOS R5 or Nikon Z7 II? +

Canon EOS R5 scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Canon EOS R5 worth the price? +

At $3,899, Canon EOS R5 delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in photo.

Is Nikon Z7 II worth the price? +

At $2,999, Nikon Z7 II delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in photo.

Does Canon EOS R5 or Nikon Z7 II last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for photo, Canon EOS R5 or Nikon Z7 II? +

Canon EOS R5 — leads on photo (92 vs 89). Compared on the photo sub-score.

Which is better for autofocus, Canon EOS R5 or Nikon Z7 II? +

Canon EOS R5 — leads on autofocus (90 vs 87). Compared on the autofocus sub-score.