Canon R3 vs Sony ZV-E1
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Canon R3 vs Sony ZV-E1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Increase 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)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 102400 (Push to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 1920 video
- Sony E Mount
- 483g - 121 x 72 x 54mm
- Introduced March 2023
Canon R3 vs Sony ZV-E1 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Canon R3 versus Sony ZV-E1, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by brands Canon and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the R3 (24MP) and ZV-E1 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (Full frame).
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe R3 was manufactured 18 months prior to the ZV-E1 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon R3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony ZV-E1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the R3 matches up versus the ZV-E1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon R3 vs Sony ZV-E1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS R3 & Sony ZV-E1. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon R3 Gallery & Sony ZV-E1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R3 over the Sony ZV-E1
R3 | ZV-E1 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3.2" | 3.00" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 4150k | 1037k | Sharper display (+3113k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E1 over the Canon R3
ZV-E1 | R3 | |||
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Introduced | March 2023 | September 2021 | Newer by 18 months |
Common features in the Canon R3 and Sony ZV-E1
R3 | ZV-E1 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display | |
Selfie screen | Both good for selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Canon R3 vs Sony ZV-E1 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon R3 enjoys outside dimensions of 150mm x 143mm x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") having a weight of 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-E1 has sizing of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).
Contrast the Canon R3 versus Sony ZV-E1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the R3 vs the ZV-E1.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the R3 and ZV-E1 is 52 and 80 respectively.
Canon R3 vs Sony ZV-E1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions just by viewing a spec sheet. The pic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the R3 and ZV-E1.
As you can see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Canon R3 to result in extra detail due to its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged R3 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
Canon R3 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon R3 vs Sony ZV-E1 Specifications
Canon EOS R3 | Sony ZV-E1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon EOS R3 | Sony ZV-E1 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2021-09-14 | 2023-03-29 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | Stacked CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4240 x 2832 |
Max native ISO | 102400 | 102400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | 409600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | 40 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 1053 | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon RF | Sony E |
Total lenses | 27 | 195 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inch | 3.00 inch |
Screen resolution | 4,150k dot | 1,037k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | - |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/64000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 12.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 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 | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 @ 120p / 280 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XA3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 6000x3164 | 3840x1920 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Yes | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1015 gr (2.24 lb) | 483 gr (1.06 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 150 x 143 x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") | 121 x 72 x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 96 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 25.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 4086 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 760 photos | 570 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E19 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC (UHS-II supported) + CFexpress Type B | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | 2 | 1 |
Cost at release | $6,000 | $2,198 |