Canon 90D vs Sony A7R V

Below, we will be analyzing the Canon 90D and Sony A7R V, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the 90D (33MP) and A7R V (61MP) and the 90D (APS-C) and A7R V (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The 90D was unveiled 4 years earlier than the A7R V and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon 90D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A7R V being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the 90D scores vs the A7R V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 90D & Sony Alpha A7R V. The full galleries are available at Canon 90D Gallery & Sony A7R V Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon 90D features exterior dimensions of 141mm x 105mm x 77mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") along with a weight of 701 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Sony A7R V has sizing of 131mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 723 grams (1.59 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the 90D against the A7R V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 90D and A7R V is 60 and 60 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at specs. The photograph here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 90D and A7R V.

All in all, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 90D using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Sony A7R V will give you greater detail having an extra 28 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older 90D is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.