$2,799
Canon's flagship enthusiast camera. 32.5MP, 7K open-gate internal RAW recording, faster electronic burst than the Z6 III, Canon's best-ever RF lens roadmap. Not a stacked sensor, unlike Canon's more expensive bodies.
Watch out for
12-bit RAW confirmed for 7K video specifically (Canon's own spec); a broader stills e-shutter bit-depth claim was not independently confirmed and was removed from published content pending a primary Canon source. Price premium vs Z6 III is real (~$800) but reviewers treat these as direct competitors, not different tiers — Nikon prioritizes sensor readout speed via partial stacking, Canon prioritizes resolution and burst rate.
Cost of ownership
RF lens ecosystem is the fastest-growing with excellent optical quality. Long-term investment is sound.