Canon R3 vs Sony a1
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![Canon EOS R3 front Canon EOS R3 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-EOS-R3/Canon-R3-front.jpg)
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Canon R3 vs Sony a1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Raise to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 6000 x 3164 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 1015g - 150 x 143 x 87mm
- Introduced September 2021
(Full Review)
- 50MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Push to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Sony E Mount
- 737g - 129 x 97 x 70mm
- Revealed January 2021
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Canon R3 vs Sony a1 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Canon R3 vs Sony a1, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the R3 (24MP) and a1 (50MP) but they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (Full frame).
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The R3 was revealed 8 months after the a1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick view of how the R3 matches up against the a1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon R3 vs Sony a1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R3 and Sony Alpha a1. The full galleries are viewable at Canon R3 Gallery and Sony a1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R3 over the Sony a1
R3 | a1 | |||
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Revealed | September 2021 | ![]() | January 2021 | Newer by 8 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 4150k | ![]() | 1440k | Crisper screen (+2710k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony a1 over the Canon R3
a1 | R3 |
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Common features in the Canon R3 and Sony a1
R3 | a1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon R3 vs Sony a1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon R3 enjoys 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) and the Sony a1 has dimensions of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).
Compare the Canon R3 vs Sony a1 in the latest 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)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the R3 vs the a1.
![Canon R3 vs Sony a1 size comparison Canon R3 vs Sony a1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-R3-vs-Sony-Alpha-a1-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R3 and a1 is 52 and 61 respectively.
![Canon R3 vs Sony a1 top view buttons comparison Canon R3 vs Sony a1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-R3-vs-Sony-Alpha-a1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon R3 vs Sony a1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the R3 and a1.
Clearly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony a1 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 26MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more modern R3 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.
![Canon R3 vs Sony a1 sensor size comparison Canon R3 vs Sony a1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-R3-vs-Sony-Alpha-a1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon R3 vs Sony a1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon R3 vs Sony a1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon R3 vs Sony a1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-R3-vs-Sony-Alpha-a1-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 R3 vs Sony a1 Specifications
Canon EOS R3 | Sony Alpha a1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon EOS R3 | Sony Alpha a1 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2021-09-14 | 2021-01-26 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | Stacked CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 50 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 8640 x 5760 |
Highest native ISO | 102400 | 32000 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 1053 | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon RF | Sony E |
Available lenses | 27 | 133 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3.2" | 3" |
Display resolution | 4,150 thousand dot | 1,440 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760 thousand dot | 9,437 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.9x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/64000 secs | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 12.0 frames per second | 30.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/250 secs | 1/400 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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) | 7680x4320 (30p, 25p, 23.98) |
Highest video resolution | 6000x3164 | 7680x4320 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | XAVC S, XAVC HS, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | Yes | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) | 737 grams (1.62 lbs) |
Dimensions | 150 x 143 x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") | 129 x 97 x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 96 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 4086 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 760 images | 530 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E19 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC (UHS-II supported) + CFexpress Type B | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | 2 | 2 |
Pricing at release | $6,000 | $6,498 |