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Kit comparison · 2025

Canon EOS R50 vs Nikon Z30: which kit wins in 2025?

Full side-by-side comparison of camera specs, lens options, performance scores, and price — so you can stop second-guessing and start shooting.

★ Overall winner
The intuitive starter
Canon EOS R50
+ RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM
71/100
€898
camera + lens
The vlog-first Nikon
Nikon Z30
+ Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
69/100
€948
camera + lens
Camera body
Sensor
APS-C
APS-C
Resolution
24MP
20MP
IBIS
— No
— No
Weather seal
— No
— No
Battery
370 shots
350 shots
Body weight
375g
350g
Released
2,023
2,022
Lens
Model
RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM
Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Focal range
18-45mm
16-50mm
Max aperture
f/4.5
f/3.5
Type
Zoom
Zoom
Lens weight
149g
135g
Combined kit
Total weight
524g
485g
Total price
€898
€948
Tier
Starter
Starter
Performance scores
Beginner-friendly
92
86
Travel
78
78
Portrait
62
60
Wildlife
48
42
Sports
52
44
Video
80
85
Value for money
88
88
Strengths
+Beginner-friendly interface
+Excellent AF
+Compact size
+Articulating screen
+Excellent video quality
+Lightweight and compact
+Vlogger-friendly flip screen
+Good value
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Canon EOS R50 vs Nikon Z30: common questions

Which is better overall, the Canon EOS R50 or the Nikon Z30?

Based on our scoring across 7 use-case dimensions, the Canon EOS R50 edges ahead with an average score of 71/100 vs 69/100. Canon's strengths include: Beginner-friendly interface and Excellent AF.

Is the Nikon Z30 worth the extra cost over the Canon EOS R50?

The two kits are similarly priced. Choose based on features rather than budget — EOS R50 scores slightly higher overall.

Which is better for beginners, the Canon EOS R50 or Nikon Z30?

For beginners, the Canon EOS R50 scores higher (92 vs 86 for beginner-friendliness). Beginner-friendly interface.

Which has better video, the Canon EOS R50 or Nikon Z30?

For video, the Nikon Z30 leads with a video score of 85/100. The flip screen also makes it ideal for solo filming.

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