Canon R100 vs Sony A9 II
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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 A9 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 356g - 116 x 86 x 69mm
- Released May 2023
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 678g - 129 x 96 x 76mm
- Announced October 2019
- Superseded the Sony A9
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Canon R100 vs Sony A9 II Overview
Lets look more in depth at the Canon R100 versus Sony A9 II, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the R100 (24MP) and the A9 II (24MP) is pretty close but the R100 (APS-C) and A9 II (Full frame) posses totally different sensor sizing.
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The R100 was launched 3 years after the A9 II which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the R100 scores versus the A9 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon R100 vs Sony A9 II Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R100 and Sony Alpha A9 Mark II. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon R100 Gallery and Sony A9 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R100 over the Sony A9 II
R100 | A9 II | |||
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Announced | May 2023 | ![]() | October 2019 | More modern by 45 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A9 II over the Canon R100
A9 II | R100 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 1440k | ![]() | 1040k | Sharper screen (+400k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon R100 and Sony A9 II
R100 | A9 II | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3.00" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Canon R100 vs Sony A9 II Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Canon R100 comes with outside measurements of 116mm x 86mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Sony A9 II has specifications of 129mm x 96mm x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") with a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).
Compare the Canon R100 versus Sony A9 II in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the R100 vs the A9 II.
![Canon R100 vs Sony A9 II size comparison Canon R100 vs Sony A9 II size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-R100-vs-Sony-Alpha-A9-Mark-II-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R100 and A9 II is 76 and 62 respectively.
![Canon R100 vs Sony A9 II top view buttons comparison Canon R100 vs Sony A9 II top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-R100-vs-Sony-Alpha-A9-Mark-II-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon R100 vs Sony A9 II Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The pic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the R100 and A9 II.
Clearly, both the cameras have the same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizes. The R100 features the smaller sensor which will make obtaining bokeh more difficult. The younger R100 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
![Canon R100 vs Sony A9 II sensor size comparison Canon R100 vs Sony A9 II sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-R100-vs-Sony-Alpha-A9-Mark-II-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon R100 vs Sony A9 II Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon R100 vs Sony A9 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon R100 vs Sony A9 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-R100-vs-Sony-Alpha-A9-Mark-II-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon R100 vs Sony A9 II Specifications
Canon EOS R100 | Sony Alpha A9 Mark II | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon EOS R100 | Sony Alpha A9 Mark II |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2023-05-24 | 2019-10-03 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 3975 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon RF | Sony E |
Total lenses | 39 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.00" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,440 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 3,686 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.59x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | - | 1/8000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.5 frames per sec | 20.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6m at ISO 100 | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 356g (0.78 lbs) | 678g (1.49 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 86 x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") | 129 x 96 x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") |
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 | 370 images | 690 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E17 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs + continuous, 3 or 5 frames) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I compatible) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) |
Card slots | Single | Two |
Launch price | $479 | $4,498 |