Canon EOS R8 vs Nikon Z5 II
The short answer
Canon EOS R8
Choose the Canon EOS R8 for travel, vlogging, product and macro, everyday and street. It also costs ₹45,505 less, is 239g lighter and has more lenses at our stores (65 vs 51).
Nikon Z5 II
Choose the Nikon Z5 II for weddings and events. It also shoots faster 9.4 fps bursts and has two card slots.
Key differences
- The Canon EOS R8 costs ₹45,505 less at the lowest price we track.
- The Canon EOS R8 is 239g lighter.
- The Nikon Z5 II shoots faster bursts (9.4 vs 6 fps).
- Only the Nikon Z5 II has two card slots for instant backup.
- They use different lens mounts (RF and Z), so lenses are not shared between them.
Specs side by side
| Canon EOS R8 | Nikon Z5 II | |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest price | ₹1,08,990 | ₹1,54,495 |
| Sensor | Full frame | Full frame |
| Mount | RF | Z |
| Burst | 6 fps | 9.4 fps |
| 4K 60p | Yes | Yes |
| Card slots | 1 | 2 |
| Flip screen | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 461g | 700g |
| Battery | LP-E17 | EN-EL15c |
Lenses and running costs
| Canon EOS R8 | Nikon Z5 II | |
|---|---|---|
| Lenses we track that fit | 65 | 51 |
| Body + best lens + card | ₹1,42,389 | ₹2,20,444 |
| Spare battery | LP-E17 | EN-EL15c |
Lenses for the Canon EOS R8 · Lenses for the Nikon Z5 II
Questions
Which is better, the Canon EOS R8 or the Nikon Z5 II?
Choose the Canon EOS R8 for travel, vlogging, product and macro, everyday and street. It also costs ₹45,505 less, is 239g lighter and has more lenses at our stores (65 vs 51). Choose the Nikon Z5 II for weddings and events. It also shoots faster 9.4 fps bursts and has two card slots.
Which is cheaper, the Canon EOS R8 or the Nikon Z5 II?
The Canon EOS R8, by ₹45,505 at the lowest prices we track (checked 8 November 2026).
Which is lighter?
The Canon EOS R8 (461g vs 700g).
Can they use the same lenses?
No. The Canon EOS R8 is RF-mount and the Nikon Z5 II is Z-mount.
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