Canon EOS R50 V vs Nikon Z30
Canon EOS R50 V has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. The EOS R50 V is the better pick for wildlife, sports.
Choose the EOS R50 V for
- more resolution (24.2MP vs 20.9MP)
- faster bursts (15fps vs 11fps)
- a lighter body (370g vs 405g)
- a lower price (from £459)
- a newer design (2025)
Choose the Z30 for
- more lenses in our database (54 vs 36)
Specs side by side
| Spec | EOS R50 V | Z30 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | APS-C, 24.2MP | APS-C, 20.9MP |
| Mount | Canon RF-S (APS-C) | Nikon Z |
| Released | 2025 | 2022 |
| Burst | 15 fps | 11 fps |
| Readout | — | — |
| Max ISO | 32,000 | 51,200 |
| Stabilisation | Lens only | Lens only |
| Video | 4K 60p (crop) | 4K 30p |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Weight | 370 g | 405 g |
| Battery | Canon LP-E17 | Nikon EN-EL25a |
| Card slots | SD (UHS-I) | SD (UHS-I) |
| New price | £529 | £529 |
| Used at MPB | £459–519 | £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 | About equal |
| Portraits | About equal |
| Landscape | About equal |
| Wildlife & animals | EOS R50 V |
| Sports & action | EOS R50 V |
| 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 V 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 V better than the Nikon Z30?
It depends on your priorities. The EOS R50 V offers more resolution (24.2MP vs 20.9MP), faster bursts (15fps vs 11fps), a lighter body (370g vs 405g); the Z30 offers more lenses in our database (54 vs 36).
Which is better for video, the EOS R50 V or the Z30?
They are closely matched for video (4K 60p (crop) vs 4K 30p); stabilisation and lens choice will decide it.
Which is cheaper, the EOS R50 V or the Z30?
The EOS R50 V costs £529 new and from £459 used at MPB; the Z30 costs £529 new and from £474 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Canon EOS R50 V lenses on the Z30?
Not directly. The EOS R50 V uses Canon RF / RF-S and the Z30 uses Nikon Z; switching usually means new lenses or an adapter where one exists.