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Kit comparison · 2025

Nikon Zf vs Canon EOS R8: 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 Zf has IBIS; the other does notNikon Zf is weather sealed; the other is notThe EOS R8 kit costs €560 less
The retro street artist
Nikon Zf
+ Z 40mm f/2
71/100
$2,506
camera + lens
★ Overall winner
The affordable full-frame
Canon EOS R8
+ RF 50mm f/1.8 STM
73/100
$1,890
camera + lens
Camera body
Sensor
Full-frame
Full-frame
Resolution
24MP
24MP
IBIS
✓ Yes
— No
Weather seal
✓ Yes
— No
Battery
380 shots
290 shots
Body weight
710g
461g
Released
2,023
2,023
Lens
Model
Z 40mm f/2
RF 50mm f/1.8 STM
Focal range
40mm
50mm
Max aperture
f/2
f/1.8
Type
Prime
Prime
Lens weight
170g
160g
Combined kit
Total weight
880g
621g
Total price
€2,278
€1,718
Tier
Enthusiast
Enthusiast
Performance scores
Beginner-friendly
60
74
Travel
78
70
Portrait
88
90
Wildlife
56
52
Sports
60
60
Video
76
82
Value for money
76
86
Strengths
+Stunning retro design
+Full-frame sensor with IBIS
+Weather sealed
+Unique film-camera aesthetic
+Affordable full-frame
+Excellent DPAF
+Lightweight for FF
+Great video features
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Nikon Zf vs Canon EOS R8: common questions

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

Based on our scoring across 7 use-case dimensions, the Canon EOS R8 edges ahead with an average score of 73/100 vs 71/100. Canon's strengths include: Affordable full-frame and Excellent DPAF.

Is the Nikon Zf worth the extra cost over the Canon EOS R8?

The Zf kit costs €560 more than the EOS R8 kit. The extra cost buys you: Stunning retro design and Full-frame sensor with IBIS. If those features matter for your shooting, the upgrade is justified.

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

For beginners, the Canon EOS R8 scores higher (74 vs 60 for beginner-friendliness). Affordable full-frame.

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

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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