Canon R3 vs Sony A7 III
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Canon R3 vs Sony A7 III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Push to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 6000 x 3164 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 1015g - 150 x 143 x 87mm
- Launched September 2021
(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
- 650g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
- Introduced February 2018
- Old Model is Sony A7 II
- Replacement is Sony A7 IV
Canon R3 vs Sony A7 III Overview
Following is a thorough overview of the Canon R3 vs Sony A7 III, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the R3 (24MP) and the A7 III (24MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (Full frame).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe R3 was revealed 3 years after the A7 III which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the R3 scores vs the A7 III in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon R3 vs Sony A7 III Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R3 and Sony Alpha A7 III. The full galleries are provided at Canon R3 Gallery and Sony A7 III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R3 over the Sony A7 III
R3 | A7 III | |||
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Introduced | September 2021 | February 2018 | More modern by 44 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 4150k | 922k | Clearer screen (+3228k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony A7 III over the Canon R3
A7 III | R3 |
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Common features in the Canon R3 and Sony A7 III
R3 | A7 III | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Canon R3 vs Sony A7 III Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon R3 comes with external dimensions of 150mm x 143mm x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") and a weight of 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) and the Sony A7 III has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon R3 vs Sony A7 III in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the R3 versus the A7 III.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R3 and A7 III is 52 and 63 respectively.
Canon R3 vs Sony A7 III Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by reading through technical specs. The image underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the R3 and A7 III.
As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of files although you will want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The newer R3 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
Canon R3 vs Sony A7 III Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon R3 vs Sony A7 III Specifications
Canon EOS R3 | Sony Alpha A7 III | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon EOS R3 | Sony Alpha A7 III |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2021-09-14 | 2018-02-27 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | Stacked CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 102400 | 51200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 204800 | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 1053 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon RF | Sony E |
Total lenses | 27 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 4,150k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760k dots | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/64000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 12.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 6000x3164 (60p/50p/30p/24p/23.98p) 4096x2160 (120p/60p/30p/24p/23.98p) 3840x2160 (120p/60p/30p/23.98p) 1920x1080 (60p/30p/23.98p) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 6000x3164 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Yes | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) | 650 grams (1.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 150 x 143 x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") | 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 96 | 96 |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.0 | 25.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.7 | 14.7 |
DXO Low light score | 4086 | 3730 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 760 shots | 610 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E19 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC (UHS-II supported) + CFexpress Type B | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Two | Two |
Cost at launch | $6,000 | $1,998 |