Nikon Z9 vs Canon EOS M3612C021
Nikon Z9 Black 2021
Canon EOS M3612C021 Silver 2019
What Buyers Say
Nikon Z9 Black 2021
The Nikon Z9 is widely praised as a flagship mirrorless camera that delivers outstanding image quality, blazing-fast autofocus, and robust build quality. Enthusiasts and professionals alike appreciate its continuous firmware updates, which have added valuable features and refined performance. While some users note its substantial weight and learning curve, the overwhelming consensus is that it is one of the best cameras available, offering exceptional versatility and reliability.
Pros
- Excellent autofocus speed and accuracy
- Superb image quality and color
- Robust build and weather sealing
- Long battery life
- Continuous firmware updates
Cons
- Heavy and bulky body
- Steep learning curve
- High price point
- Requires new Z-mount lenses for full benefit
Canon EOS M3612C021 Silver 2019
The Canon EOS M6 Mark II is widely praised as an excellent compact travel and vlogging camera, delivering outstanding image quality, fast autofocus, and intuitive controls. Enthusiasts appreciate the 32.5MP sensor and the ability to adapt EF lenses, while the small size and flip-up screen make it ideal for self-taping and street photography. However, common complaints include the lack of a built-in viewfinder, no weather sealing, and no in-body stabilization, which can be inconvenient for hiking and low-light use. Battery life is modest, and some users report software compatibility issues with newer Macs.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight body
- Excellent image quality (32.5MP)
- Fast and accurate autofocus (DPAF)
- Good video quality with 4K uncropped
- Intuitive controls and customizable dials
Cons
- No built-in viewfinder
- No weather sealing
- No in-body image stabilization (IBIS)
- Limited native EF-M lens selection
- Modest battery life
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon Z9 | Canon EOS M3612C021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | Stacked CMOS | CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | aps-c |
| Megapixels | 45.70000076293945 MP★ | 32.5 MP |
| ISO Range | 64★ | 100 |
| Processor | EXPEED 7 | DIGIC 8 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Phase Detection: 493 | — |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓★ | — |
| Subject Detection | ✓★ | — |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 30 fps★ | 14 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 120 fps★ | 30 fps |
| Max Shutter | 1/32000 | — |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 8K★ | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 120 fps★ | 30 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 100 fps | 129 fps★ |
| 10-bit | ✓★ | — |
| Log Profile | ✓★ | — |
| RAW Video | ✓★ | — |
| Codec | ProRes 422 HQ, H.265 | — |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2"★ | — |
| Touchscreen | ✓★ | — |
| Articulating | ✓★ | — |
| EVF Resolution | 3.7M dots★ | 2.4M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 1.16 kg | 0.50 kg★ |
| Battery Life | 700 shots★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C★ | — |
| HDMI | HDMI Output | HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Nikon Z9 Black 2021
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong video (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Below average affordability (9th percentile)9th %ile
Canon EOS M3612C021 Silver 2019
- Strong af (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sensor (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong evf (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average display (30th percentile)
- Below average affordability (31st percentile)
Pricing
Nikon Z9 Black 2021
Canon EOS M3612C021 Silver 2019
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 98 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 19 of 33 specs.
