Canon R7 vs Sony A7R IV
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![Canon EOS R7 front Canon EOS R7 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-EOS-R7/Canon-R7-front.jpg)
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Canon R7 vs Sony A7R IV Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 33MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Raise to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 612g - 132 x 90 x 92mm
- Released May 2022
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Boost to 102800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 665g - 129 x 96 x 78mm
- Launched July 2019
- Succeeded the Sony A7R III
- Successor is Sony A7R V
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Canon R7 vs Sony A7R IV Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Canon R7 versus Sony A7R IV, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the R7 (33MP) and A7R IV (61MP) and the R7 (APS-C) and A7R IV (Full frame) have different sensor size.
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The R7 was brought out 2 years later than the A7R IV and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the R7 matches up vs the A7R IV in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon R7 vs Sony A7R IV Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R7 & Sony Alpha A7R IV. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon R7 Gallery & Sony A7R IV Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R7 over the Sony A7R IV
R7 | A7R IV | |||
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Launched | May 2022 | ![]() | July 2019 | Fresher by 35 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 1440k | Clearer screen (+180k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony A7R IV over the Canon R7
A7R IV | R7 |
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Common features in the Canon R7 and Sony A7R IV
R7 | A7R IV | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3.00" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen size |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon R7 vs Sony A7R IV Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon R7 offers physical dimensions of 132mm x 90mm x 92mm (5.2" x 3.5" x 3.6") and a weight of 612 grams (1.35 lbs) while the Sony A7R IV has measurements of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs).
Check out the Canon R7 versus Sony A7R IV in our newest Camera plus 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 ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the R7 versus the A7R IV.
![Canon R7 vs Sony A7R IV size comparison Canon R7 vs Sony A7R IV size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-R7-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7R-IV-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the R7 and A7R IV is 64 and 62 respectively.
![Canon R7 vs Sony A7R IV top view buttons comparison Canon R7 vs Sony A7R IV top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-R7-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7R-IV-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon R7 vs Sony A7R IV Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The visual below should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the R7 and A7R IV.
Clearly, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The R7 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh harder and the Sony A7R IV will resolve greater detail having its extra 28 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger R7 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Canon R7 vs Sony A7R IV sensor size comparison Canon R7 vs Sony A7R IV sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-R7-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7R-IV-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon R7 vs Sony A7R IV Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon R7 vs Sony A7R IV Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon R7 vs Sony A7R IV Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-R7-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7R-IV-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Travel Comparison
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Canon R7 vs Sony A7R IV Specifications
Canon EOS R7 | Sony Alpha A7R IV | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon EOS R7 | Sony Alpha A7R IV |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2022-05-24 | 2019-07-16 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 22.2 x 14.8mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 328.6mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 33 megapixels | 61 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6960 x 4640 | 9504 x 6336 |
Maximum native ISO | 32000 | 32000 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | 102800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 651 | 567 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon RF | Sony E |
Total lenses | 35 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.00 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,620 thousand dots | 1,440 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 5,760 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.72x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 15.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync. |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 170 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 170 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 85 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 85 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 340 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 170 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 180 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 90 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 45 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 45 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 230 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 70 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 30 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 30 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 12 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 12 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 3.1 Gen 1(5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 612 grams (1.35 lb) | 665 grams (1.47 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 132 x 90 x 92mm (5.2" x 3.5" x 3.6") | 129 x 96 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 99 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 26.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 14.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 3344 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 660 images | 670 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E6NH | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | Double UHS-II SD card slot | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible) |
Card slots | Two | Two |
Pricing at launch | $1,499 | $3,498 |