Canon R3 vs Sony A7R V

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Canon R3 and Sony A7R V, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the R3 (24MP) and A7R V (61MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The R3 was introduced 13 months prior to the A7R V which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the R3 matches up versus the A7R V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R3 & Sony Alpha A7R V. The whole galleries are available at Canon R3 Gallery & Sony A7R V Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon R3 features outer dimensions of 150mm x 143mm x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") having a weight of 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) while the Sony A7R V has measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 723 grams (1.59 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon R3 and Sony A7R V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the R3 versus the A7R V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R3 and A7R V is 52 and 60 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through specifications. The photograph below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the R3 and A7R V.

To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony A7R V to render extra detail using its extra 37MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older R3 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.