Canon EOS R50 vs Nikon Z30
Canon EOS R50 has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. The EOS R50 is the better pick for travel.
Choose the EOS R50 for
- more resolution (24.2MP vs 20.9MP)
- faster bursts (15fps vs 11fps)
- a lighter body (375g vs 405g)
- a lower price (from £244)
- a newer design (2023)
Choose the Z30 for
- more lenses in our database (54 vs 36)
Specs side by side
| Spec | EOS R50 | Z30 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | APS-C, 24.2MP | APS-C, 20.9MP |
| Mount | Canon RF-S (APS-C) | Nikon Z |
| Released | 2023 | 2022 |
| Burst | 15 fps | 11 fps |
| Readout | — | — |
| Max ISO | 32,000 | 51,200 |
| Stabilisation | Lens only | Lens only |
| Video | 4K 30p | 4K 30p |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Weight | 375 g | 405 g |
| Battery | Canon LP-E17 | Nikon EN-EL25a |
| Card slots | SD (UHS-I) | SD (UHS-I) |
| New price | £729 | £529 |
| Used at MPB | £244–589 | £474 |
| Native lenses in our database | 36 (14 third-party) | 54 (31 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | About equal |
| Everyday & travel | EOS R50 |
| Portraits | About equal |
| Landscape | About equal |
| Wildlife & animals | About equal |
| Sports & action | About equal |
| Astrophotography | About equal |
| Vlogging & video | About equal |
| Vintage / film look | About equal |
Based on the specs that matter most for each type of photography: burst and readout for action, resolution for landscapes, sensor size and low light for portraits and astro, video and weight for vlogging.
Lenses and running costs
The EOS R50 uses Canon RF / RF-S (36 lenses in our database, 14 third-party) and the Z30 uses Nikon Z (54 lenses, 31 third-party). Batteries: Canon LP-E17 (about £45) vs Nikon EN-EL25a (about £55).
Frequently asked questions
Is the Canon EOS R50 better than the Nikon Z30?
It depends on your priorities. The EOS R50 offers more resolution (24.2MP vs 20.9MP), faster bursts (15fps vs 11fps), a lighter body (375g vs 405g); the Z30 offers more lenses in our database (54 vs 36).
Which is better for video, the EOS R50 or the Z30?
They are closely matched for video (4K 30p vs 4K 30p); stabilisation and lens choice will decide it.
Which is cheaper, the EOS R50 or the Z30?
The EOS R50 costs £729 new and from £244 used at MPB; the Z30 costs £529 new and from £474 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Canon EOS R50 lenses on the Z30?
Not directly. The EOS R50 uses Canon RF / RF-S and the Z30 uses Nikon Z; switching usually means new lenses or an adapter where one exists.