Canon R vs Sony A7R V

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Canon R versus Sony A7R V, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the R (30MP) and A7R V (61MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The R was introduced 5 years prior to the A7R V and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the R scores versus the A7R V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS R and Sony Alpha A7R V. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon R Gallery and Sony A7R V Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Canon R enjoys physical dimensions of 136mm x 98mm x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) and the Sony A7R V has specifications of 131mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 723 grams (1.59 lbs).

Check out the Canon R versus Sony A7R V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the R against the A7R V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R and A7R V is 62 and 60 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through specs. The graphic below will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the R and A7R V.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony A7R V to give more detail using its extra 31 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The older R is going to be behind in sensor innovation.