Canon R vs Sony A9 II

Below, we will be evaluating the Canon R vs Sony A9 II, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the R (30MP) and A9 II (24MP) but they feature the exact same sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The R was introduced 13 months before the A9 II which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the R scores against the A9 II for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R and Sony Alpha A9 Mark II. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon R Gallery and Sony A9 II Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon R features outside measurements of 136mm x 98mm x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) whilst the Sony A9 II has dimensions of 129mm x 96mm x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

Contrast the Canon R vs Sony A9 II in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the R against the A9 II.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R and A9 II is 62 and 62 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the R and A9 II.

As you can tell, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon R to render more detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The older R will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.