Nikon D850 vs Canon R5

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Nikon D850 vs Canon R5

35mm 858.0mm²
45.7 megapixels
ISO 64 - 25,600

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35mm 864.0mm²
45.0 megapixels
ISO 100 - 51,200

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Differences

Nikon D850 advantages over Canon R5

Less expensive
$2497* vs $4299
Save money for lenses or accessories
Longer stills battery life
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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

1840 vs 320 shots
Capture more photos
Lacks anti-aliasing filter
No Filter vs Filter
Enjoy sharper photos

Canon R5 advantages over Nikon D850

Tilt-swivel screen
Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Yes vs No
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
On-sensor phase detect
Yes vs No
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
Newer
4 years vs 7 years old
Newer cameras often support more advanced features
Has anti-aliasing filter
Filter vs No Filter
Reduces unsightly moiré in photos

Similarities

Common Strengths

Focus peaking
Both provide
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
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
Top deck display
Both provide
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
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
Dual card slots
Both provide
Gives you more storage flexibility
Headphone jack
Both provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
Bulb shutter
Both provide
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
Slow-motion videos
Both provide
Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

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
Internal flash
Neither provide
Useful in a pinch for fill flash

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Review Excerpt

Class-leading resolution; Excellent dynamic range; Very good high ISO performance; Very fast AF and burst shooting; Durable weather-sealed body; Improved ergonomics; Touchscreen; Dual card slots; 4K video.
Live view/video mode still uses sluggish contrast-detect AF; Viewfinder only tests at ~98% coverage; No 4K at 60p; 30-minute video clip limit; Focus peaking not supported with 4K.
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We haven’t finished our review of the Canon R5, but we have extensive sample photos and a hands-on report.
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The Competition

Compared to Canon 5DS R

Nikon D850

Canon 5DS R

$2664
35mm

Focus peaking
Shoot 4K video

$1729
35mm

Less expensive

Compare Nikon D850 vs Canon 5DS R

Canon R5

Canon 5DS R

$3549
35mm

Tilt-swivel screen
Focus peaking

$1729
35mm

Less expensive
Longer stills battery life

Compare Canon R5 vs Canon 5DS R

Compared to Sony A99 II

Nikon D850

Sony A99 II

$2664
35mm

Lens selection
Less expensive

$3198
35mm

Tilt-swivel screen
In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Nikon D850 vs Sony A99 II

Canon R5

Sony A99 II

$3549
35mm

Touchscreen
Newer

$3198
35mm

Less expensive
In-camera panoramas

Compare Canon R5 vs Sony A99 II

Compared to Pentax K-1 II

Nikon D850

Pentax K-1 II

$2664
35mm

Shoot 4K video
Touchscreen

$1747
35mm

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Nikon D850 vs Pentax K-1 II

Canon R5

Pentax K-1 II

$3549
35mm

Tilt-swivel screen
Shoot 4K video

$1747
35mm

Less expensive
High resolution composite

Compare Canon R5 vs Pentax K-1 II

Compared to Nikon Z7 II

Nikon D850

Nikon Z7 II

$2664
35mm

Less expensive

$2730
35mm

In-Camera Image Stabilization
Longer video battery life

Compare Nikon D850 vs Nikon Z7 II

Canon R5

Nikon Z7 II

$3549
35mm

Tilt-swivel screen
More telephoto lens reach

$2730
35mm

Less expensive
Lacks anti-aliasing filter

Compare Canon R5 vs Nikon Z7 II

Compared to Sony A1

Nikon D850

Sony A1

$2664
35mm

Less expensive
Lens selection

$6498
35mm

Slower slow-motion
In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Nikon D850 vs Sony A1

Canon R5

Sony A1

$3549
35mm

Less expensive
Tilt-swivel screen

$6498
35mm

Slower slow-motion
NFC

Compare Canon R5 vs Sony A1

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