Canon RP vs Sony A7 III
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![Canon EOS RP front Canon EOS RP front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-EOS-RP/Canon-RP-front.jpg)
![Sony Alpha A7 III front Sony Alpha A7 III front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Alpha-A7-III/Sony-A7-III-front.jpg)
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Canon RP vs Sony A7 III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 40000 (Bump to 102400)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 485g - 133 x 85 x 70mm
- Released February 2019
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 650g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
- Revealed February 2018
- Succeeded the Sony A7 II
- Successor is Sony A7 IV
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Canon RP vs Sony A7 III Overview
Following is a comprehensive review of the Canon RP versus Sony A7 III, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the RP (26MP) and the A7 III (24MP) is relatively similar and they use the same exact sensor sizing (Full frame).
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The RP was launched 12 months after the A7 III which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the RP scores against the A7 III in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon RP vs Sony A7 III Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS RP & Sony Alpha A7 III. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon RP Gallery & Sony A7 III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon RP over the Sony A7 III
RP | A7 III | |||
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Revealed | February 2019 | ![]() | February 2018 | More modern by 12 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 922k | Clearer screen (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A7 III over the Canon RP
A7 III | RP |
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Common features in the Canon RP and Sony A7 III
RP | A7 III | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon RP vs Sony A7 III Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon RP features physical measurements of 133mm x 85mm x 70mm (5.2" x 3.3" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) while the Sony A7 III has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).
See the Canon RP versus Sony A7 III 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)
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the RP versus the A7 III.
![Canon RP vs Sony A7 III size comparison Canon RP vs Sony A7 III size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-RP-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7-III-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the RP and A7 III is 70 and 63 respectively.
![Canon RP vs Sony A7 III top view buttons comparison Canon RP vs Sony A7 III top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-RP-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7-III-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon RP vs Sony A7 III Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading technical specs. The picture below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the RP and A7 III.
As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Canon RP to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger RP provides an edge in sensor innovation.
![Canon RP vs Sony A7 III sensor size comparison Canon RP vs Sony A7 III sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-RP-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7-III-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon RP vs Sony A7 III Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon RP vs Sony A7 III Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon RP vs Sony A7 III Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-RP-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7-III-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 RP vs Sony A7 III Specifications
Canon EOS RP | Sony Alpha A7 III | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon EOS RP | Sony Alpha A7 III |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2019-02-14 | 2018-02-27 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 8 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 40000 | 51200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 102400 | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 4779 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon RF | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 17 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 485 grams (1.07 lbs) | 650 grams (1.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 133 x 85 x 70mm (5.2" x 3.3" x 2.8") | 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 85 | 96 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.0 | 25.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.9 | 14.7 |
DXO Low light score | 2977 | 3730 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 shots | 610 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Two |
Launch price | $999 | $1,998 |