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Canon R10 vs Sony A7 IV

Portability
69 Imaging
72 Features
85 Overall
77
Canon EOS R10 front
 
Sony Alpha A7 IV front
Portability
61 Imaging
81 Features
92 Overall
85

Canon R10 vs Sony A7 IV Key Specs

Canon R10
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 32000 (Expand to 51200)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Canon RF Mount
  • 426g - 123 x 88 x 83mm
  • Launched May 2022
Sony A7 IV
(Full Review)
  • 33MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 699g - 129 x 97 x 81mm
  • Launched October 2021
  • Replaced the Sony A7 III
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Canon R10 vs Sony A7 IV Overview

In this article, we are matching up the Canon R10 and Sony A7 IV, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Canon and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the R10 (24MP) and A7 IV (33MP) and the R10 (APS-C) and A7 IV (Full frame) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The R10 was unveiled 8 months after the A7 IV which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the R10 grades against the A7 IV when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon R10 over the Sony A7 IV

		

		

			
 R10 A7 IV 
LaunchedMay 2022October 2021More modern by 8 months
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Sony A7 IV over the Canon R10

		

		

			
 A7 IV R10 
Display resolution1440k1040kSharper display (+400k dot)
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Canon R10 and Sony A7 IV

		

		

			
 R10 A7 IV 
Focus manually  More accurate focus
Display typeFully ArticulatedFully articulatedFully Articulated display
Display sizing3.00"3"Equivalent display sizing
Selfie screen  Both are selfie friendly
Touch friendly display  Easily navigate
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Canon R10 vs Sony A7 IV Physical Comparison

		

		

			
If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon R10 has got outside measurements of 123mm x 88mm x 83mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 3.3") along with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Sony A7 IV has dimensions of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).
Contrast the Canon R10 and Sony A7 IV in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the R10 versus the A7 IV.
Canon R10 vs Sony A7 IV size comparison
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the R10 and A7 IV is 69 and 61 respectively.
Canon R10 vs Sony A7 IV top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Canon R10 vs Sony A7 IV Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the R10 and A7 IV.
Clearly, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The R10 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony A7 IV will provide you with extra detail having an extra 9MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively. The fresher R10 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
	
			Canon R10 vs Sony A7 IV sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Canon R10 vs Sony A7 IV Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Canon R10 vs Sony A7 IV Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Portrait Comparison
Portrait photography with Canon R10
Portrait photography with Sony A7 IV
83
 manual focus
 resolution is good (24MP)
 sensor size is good (APS-C)
 features face detect focus
 supports RAW files
81
 you can focus manually
 megapixel count high (33MP)
 sensor size is big (Full frame)
 includes face detect focus
 delivers RAW formats
 no liveview
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Street Comparison
Canon R10 Street photography info
Sony A7 IV Street photography info
70
 fully articulated screen
 sensor size is good (APS-C)
 supports RAW files
 includes touch focus
 great high ISO (32,000)
 no image stabilization
 heavier than competition (426g)
79
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 sensor size is big (Full frame)
 delivers RAW formats
 includes focus by touch
 weather proofing
 above average high ISO (51,200)
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Sports Comparison
Canon R10 Sports photography highlights
Sony A7 IV Sports photography highlights
78
 quiet shooting (1/16,000s)
 resolution is good (24 megapixels)
 sensor size is good (APS-C)
 features tracking focus
 good battery pack (450 CIPA)
 has phase detect auto focus
 no image stabilization
84
 high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 megapixel count high (33 megapixels)
 sensor size is big (Full frame)
 includes tracking focus
 weather proofing
 better than average battery life (600 per charge)
 has phase detect auto focus
 no liveview
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Travel Comparison
Canon R10 Travel photography info
Sony A7 IV Travel photography info
76
 good battery pack (450 shots)
 has bluetooth
 includes touch focus
 resolution is good (24 megapixels)
 flash built-in
 screen is selfie friendly
 heavier than competition (426 grams)
80
 better than average battery life (600 CIPA)
 weather proofing
 has bluetooth
 includes focus by touch
 megapixel count high (33MP)
 selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison
Landscape photography with Canon R10
Landscape photography with Sony A7 IV
80
 manual focus
 switch lenses (Canon RF mount)
 screen is a good size (3.00 inches)
 resolution is good (24 megapixels)
 sensor size is good (APS-C)
 great high ISO (32,000)
 supports RAW files
 good battery pack (450 CIPA)
 no image stabilization
84
 you can focus manually
 switch lenses (Sony E mount)
 screen is a good size (3")
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 megapixel count high (33 megapixels)
 sensor size is big (Full frame)
 above average high ISO (51,200)
 delivers RAW formats
 weather proofing
 better than average battery life (600 per charge)
 two card slots
 no liveview
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Vlogging Comparison
Vlogging with Canon R10
Vlogging with Sony A7 IV
70
 screen is selfie friendly
 touchscreen enabled
 features face detect focus
 high res video (3840 x 2160 resolution)
 has mic support
 no image stabilization
 heavier than competition (426g)
80
 selfie friendly screen
 touchscreen
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 includes face detect focus
 video res high (3840 x 2160 pixels)
 has microphone socket
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Canon R10 vs Sony A7 IV Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Canon R10 and Sony A7 IV
 Canon EOS R10Sony Alpha A7 IV
General Information
Brand Canon Sony
Model type Canon EOS R10 Sony Alpha A7 IV
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Launched 2022-05-24 2021-10-21
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor measurements 22.2 x 14.8mm 35.8 x 23.8mm
Sensor surface area 328.6mm² 852.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 33 megapixels
Anti alias filter    
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9
Peak resolution 6000 x 4000 7008 x 4672
Highest native ISO 32000 51200
Highest enhanced ISO 51200 204800
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW files    
Lowest enhanced ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Manual focusing    
Touch focus    
Continuous autofocus    
Single autofocus    
Tracking autofocus    
Selective autofocus    
Autofocus center weighted    
Autofocus multi area    
Autofocus live view    
Face detect focus    
Contract detect focus    
Phase detect focus    
Total focus points 651 759
Lens
Lens mount type Canon RF Sony E
Available lenses 35 172
Crop factor 1.6 1
Screen
Type of display Fully Articulated Fully articulated
Display size 3.00 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 1,040 thousand dots 1,440 thousand dots
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch display    
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dots 3,690 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.6x 0.78x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Fastest quiet shutter speed 1/16000 seconds -
Continuous shutter rate 15.0 frames per second 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Expose Manually    
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance    
Image stabilization    
Integrated flash    
Flash distance 6m at ISO 100 no built-in flash
Flash options - no built-in flash
External flash    
AE bracketing    
WB bracketing    
Fastest flash synchronize 1/200 seconds 1/200 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure    
Average exposure    
Spot exposure    
Partial exposure    
AF area exposure    
Center weighted exposure    
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 230 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 470 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 70 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 12 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 90 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 170 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 170 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 85 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 85 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 230 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 470 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 70 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 12 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 12 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 90 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC 3843840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 600 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 500 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 300 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 250 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 240 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p /
Highest video resolution 3840x2160 3840x2160
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265
Microphone port    
Headphone port    
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth    
NFC    
HDMI    
USB Yes Yes (USB PD supported)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing    
Water proofing    
Dust proofing    
Shock proofing    
Crush proofing    
Freeze proofing    
Weight 426 grams (0.94 lbs) 699 grams (1.54 lbs)
Dimensions 123 x 88 x 83mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 3.3") 129 x 97 x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 450 photographs 600 photographs
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID LP-E17 NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures))
Time lapse shooting    
Storage type Single UHS-II SD card slot Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots
Card slots 1 Two
Cost at release $879 $2,500