Canon R7 vs Sony A7c

Below, we will be looking at the Canon R7 versus Sony A7c, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the R7 (33MP) and A7c (24MP) and the R7 (APS-C) and A7c (Full frame) possess totally different sensor size.

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The R7 was manufactured 21 months later than the A7c which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon R7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7c being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the R7 matches up vs the A7c in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R7 & Sony Alpha A7c. The entire galleries are provided at Canon R7 Gallery & Sony A7c Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Canon R7 has physical measurements of 132mm x 90mm x 92mm (5.2" x 3.5" x 3.6") with a weight of 612 grams (1.35 lbs) while the Sony A7c has specifications of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).

Analyze the Canon R7 versus Sony A7c in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the R7 compared to the A7c.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R7 and A7c is 64 and 78 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The graphic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the R7 and A7c.

As you have seen, both of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The R7 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Canon R7 will render extra detail due to its extra 9MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger R7 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.