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Kit comparison · 2025

Canon EOS R8 vs Nikon Z5 II: 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.

Nikon Z5 II has IBIS; the other does notNikon Z5 II is weather sealed; the other is notThe EOS R8 kit costs €260 less
★ Overall winner
The affordable full-frame
Canon EOS R8
+ RF 50mm f/1.8 STM
73/100
$1,890
camera + lens
The reliable full-framer
Nikon Z5 II
+ Z 40mm f/2
72/100
$2,176
camera + lens
Camera body
Sensor
Full-frame
Full-frame
Resolution
24MP
24MP
IBIS
— No
✓ Yes
Weather seal
— No
✓ Yes
Battery
290 shots
770 shots
Body weight
461g
700g
Released
2,023
2,024
Lens
Model
RF 50mm f/1.8 STM
Z 40mm f/2
Focal range
50mm
40mm
Max aperture
f/1.8
f/2
Type
Prime
Prime
Lens weight
160g
170g
Combined kit
Total weight
621g
870g
Total price
€1,718
€1,978
Tier
Enthusiast
Enthusiast
Performance scores
Beginner-friendly
74
70
Travel
70
72
Portrait
90
86
Wildlife
52
58
Sports
60
62
Video
82
76
Value for money
86
82
Strengths
+Affordable full-frame
+Excellent DPAF
+Lightweight for FF
+Great video features
+Excellent battery life
+IBIS
+Weather sealed
+Dual card slots
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Canon EOS R8 vs Nikon Z5 II: common questions

Which is better overall, the Canon EOS R8 or the Nikon Z5 II?

Based on our scoring across 7 use-case dimensions, the Canon EOS R8 edges ahead with an average score of 73/100 vs 72/100. Canon's strengths include: Affordable full-frame and Excellent DPAF.

Is the Nikon Z5 II worth the extra cost over the Canon EOS R8?

The Z5 II kit costs €260 more than the EOS R8 kit. The extra cost buys you: Excellent battery life and IBIS. If those features matter for your shooting, the upgrade is justified.

Which is better for beginners, the Canon EOS R8 or Nikon Z5 II?

For beginners, the Canon EOS R8 scores higher (74 vs 70 for beginner-friendliness). Affordable full-frame.

Which has better video, the Canon EOS R8 or Nikon Z5 II?

For video, the Canon EOS R8 leads with a video score of 82/100. The flip screen also makes it ideal for solo filming.

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