Canon R100 vs Sony A7
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![Canon EOS R100 front Canon EOS R100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-EOS-R100/Canon-R100-front.jpg)
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Canon R100 vs Sony A7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 356g - 116 x 86 x 69mm
- Launched May 2023
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 50 - 25600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 474g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Released January 2014
- Later Model is Sony A7 II
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Canon R100 vs Sony A7 Overview
Below is a in depth comparison of the Canon R100 vs Sony A7, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the R100 (24MP) and the A7 (24MP) is relatively similar but the R100 (APS-C) and A7 (Full frame) come with totally different sensor measurements.
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The R100 was manufactured 9 years later than the A7 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the R100 scores against the A7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon R100 vs Sony A7 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R100 & Sony Alpha A7. The entire galleries are provided at Canon R100 Gallery & Sony A7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R100 over the Sony A7
R100 | A7 | |||
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Released | May 2023 | ![]() | January 2014 | More recent by 114 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A7 over the Canon R100
A7 | R100 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 1040k | Clearer screen (+190k dot) |
Common features in the Canon R100 and Sony A7
R100 | A7 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3.00" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Canon R100 vs Sony A7 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon R100 offers outer dimensions of 116mm x 86mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") and a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Sony A7 has dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).
Analyze the Canon R100 vs Sony A7 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the R100 compared to the A7.
![Canon R100 vs Sony A7 size comparison Canon R100 vs Sony A7 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-R100-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the R100 and A7 is 76 and 78 respectively.
![Canon R100 vs Sony A7 top view buttons comparison Canon R100 vs Sony A7 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-R100-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon R100 vs Sony A7 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The visual underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the R100 and A7.
To sum up, the two cameras posses the exact same MP albeit not the same sensor measurements. The R100 has the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF more challenging. The more recent R100 will have a benefit in sensor technology.
![Canon R100 vs Sony A7 sensor size comparison Canon R100 vs Sony A7 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-R100-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon R100 vs Sony A7 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon R100 vs Sony A7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon R100 vs Sony A7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-R100-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Canon R100 vs Sony A7 Specifications
Canon EOS R100 | Sony Alpha A7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon EOS R100 | Sony Alpha A7 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2023-05-24 | 2014-01-22 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 3975 | 117 |
Cross type focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon RF | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 39 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3.00" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.59x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | - | 1/8000 secs |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.5 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6m at ISO 100 | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/250 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 356 grams (0.78 lbs) | 474 grams (1.04 lbs) |
Dimensions | 116 x 86 x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 90 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2248 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 shots | 340 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E17 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $479 | $798 |