Where they actually differ
The most decisive specs, ranked by how much they matter — before the full spec table.
| Spec | Canon - EOS R1 | Nikon - Z f |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1115 g | 710 g |
| AF points | 1053 | 299 |
| Max video | 6K | 4K60 |
Between the EOS R1 and Z f, the EOS R1 comes out ahead in af points / max video, while the Z f wins on weight. Overall, the EOS R1 scores 73.5 and the Z f scores 64.3 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The EOS R1 is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 9.2 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
Pick the EOS R1 if you care most about af points / max video. The biggest gaps in its favor are af points, max video. The single most decisive one: AF points — 252.17% more. 1053 vs 299.
Pick the Z f if you carry the device everywhere and weight or thickness has been the deciding factor before. Its strongest claims are weight. The single most decisive one: Weight — 405.00 g less. 710 vs 1115.
Both ship with comparable sensor size, megapixels, in-body stabilization, so those specs do not separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the EOS R1 is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Which should you buy: Canon - EOS R1 or Nikon - Z f?
Canon - EOS R1 leads the current Mars Score by 9.2 points.The more useful decision is the trade-off behind that result: compare max video, weight against the way you will actually use the product.
Choose Canon - EOS R1 if…
Canon - EOS R1 has the measurable edge on af points, max video.
Choose Nikon - Z f if…
Nikon - Z f has the measurable edge on weight g.
This is a structured comparison of the published catalog values. It is not a claim of identical real-world performance across every workload; use the linked spec drill-downs and methodology page to inspect the inputs.
Why Canon - EOS R1 wins
- ▲AF points — 252.17% more. 1053 vs 299.
- ▲Max video: 6K (vs 4K60).
Why Nikon - Z f wins
- ▲Weight — 405.00 g less. 710 vs 1115.
Spec comparison
Sensor
| Spec | Canon - EOS R1 | Nikon - Z f |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor sizeⓘ | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Megapixels | 24 MP | 24 MP |
| Max ISO | 204800lead | 64000 |
Video
| Spec | Canon - EOS R1 | Nikon - Z f |
|---|---|---|
| Max video | 6Klead | 4K60 |
| RAW video | truelead | false |
| Log profileⓘ | true | true |
Autofocus
| Spec | Canon - EOS R1 | Nikon - Z f |
|---|---|---|
| AF pointsⓘ | 1053lead | 299 |
| Eye AFⓘ | true | true |
| In-body stabilizationⓘ | true | true |
Body & Controls
| Spec | Canon - EOS R1 | Nikon - Z f |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1115 g | 710 glead |
| Weather sealedⓘ | true | true |
| Dual card slotsⓘ | truelead | false |