Canon R3 vs Canon RP

On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon R3 versus Canon RP, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both sold by Canon. The sensor resolution of the R3 (24MP) and the RP (26MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The R3 was announced 2 years later than the RP and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the R3 scores vs the RP with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R3 and Canon EOS RP. The whole galleries are provided at Canon R3 Gallery and Canon RP Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon R3 has got outside measurements of 150mm x 143mm x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) whilst the Canon RP has sizing of 133mm x 85mm x 70mm (5.2" x 3.3" x 2.8") along with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).

Contrast the Canon R3 versus Canon RP in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the R3 compared to the RP.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the R3 and RP is 52 and 70 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out specs. The graphic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the R3 and RP.

All in all, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon RP to produce extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer R3 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.