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Canon R3 vs Sony ZV-E1

Portability
52
Imaging
77
Features
93
Overall
83
Canon EOS R3 front
 
Sony ZV-E1 front
Portability
80
Imaging
67
Features
89
Overall
75

Canon R3 vs Sony ZV-E1 Key Specs

Canon R3
(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
Sony ZV-E1
(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
Photography Glossary

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).

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The 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.

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Reasons to pick Canon R3 over the Sony ZV-E1

 R3 ZV-E1 
Display dimensions3.2"3.00"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution4150k1037kSharper display (+3113k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E1 over the Canon R3

 ZV-E1 R3 
IntroducedMarch 2023September 2021Newer by 18 months

Common features in the Canon R3 and Sony ZV-E1

 R3 ZV-E1 
Focus manually Very accurate focusing
Display typeFully ArticulatedFully ArticulatedFully 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).

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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.

Canon R3 vs Sony ZV-E1 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the R3 and ZV-E1 is 52 and 80 respectively.

Canon R3 vs Sony ZV-E1 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Canon R3 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon R3 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon R3 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony ZV-E1 as a Portrait photography camera
86
has manual focus
MP count decent (24MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
includes face detection focusing
supports RAW files
72
manual focus
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports face detect focusing
delivers RAW formats
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Canon R3 Street photography info
Sony ZV-E1 Street photography info
70
fully articulated screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports RAW files
has touch focus
weather proof
very good ISO range (102,400)
more heavy than competitors (1,015 grams)
84
screen can move to multiple angles
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
boasts touch focus
environment proofing
lighter than competition (483 grams)
very good ISO range (102,400)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon R3
Sports photography with Sony ZV-E1
88
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
silent shooting (1/64,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count decent (24MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
includes tracking autofocus
weather proof
good battery pack (760 per charge)
has phase detect AF
72
silent mode (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports tracking focus
environment proofing
better than average battery life (570 shots)
sensor has phase detect AF
max shutter speed is low