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Canon RP vs Sony A7R V

Portability
70
Imaging
76
Features
80
Overall
77
Canon EOS RP front
 
Sony Alpha A7R V front
Portability
60
Imaging
84
Features
96
Overall
88

Canon RP vs Sony A7R V Key Specs

Canon RP
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 40000 (Push to 102400)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Canon RF Mount
  • 485g - 133 x 85 x 70mm
  • Announced February 2019
Sony A7R V
(Full Review)
  • 61MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.20" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 32000 (Push to 102800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 7680 x 4320 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 723g - 131 x 97 x 82mm
  • Released October 2022
  • Replaced the Sony A7R IV
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Canon RP vs Sony A7R V Overview

Following is a detailed overview of the Canon RP vs Sony A7R V, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the RP (26MP) and A7R V (61MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The RP was unveiled 4 years prior to the A7R V which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the RP scores against the A7R V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon RP over the Sony A7R V

 RP A7R V 

Reasons to pick Sony A7R V over the Canon RP

 A7R V RP 
ReleasedOctober 2022February 2019More modern by 45 months
Screen sizing3.20"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution2360k1040kCrisper screen (+1320k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the Canon RP and Sony A7R V

 RP A7R V 
Manually focus More exact focus
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFully articulatedFully Articulated screen
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Canon RP vs Sony A7R V Physical Comparison

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon RP features outside 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 A7R V has sizing of 131mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 723 grams (1.59 lbs).

Analyze the Canon RP vs Sony A7R V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the RP vs the A7R V.

Canon RP vs Sony A7R V size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the RP and A7R V is 70 and 60 respectively.

Canon RP vs Sony A7R V top view buttons comparison

Canon RP vs Sony A7R V Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the RP and A7R V.

As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony A7R V to provide you with greater detail having an extra 35 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged RP will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Canon RP vs Sony A7R V sensor size comparison

Canon RP vs Sony A7R V Screen and ViewFinder

Canon RP vs Sony A7R V Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon RP Portrait photography details
Sony A7R V Portrait photography details
85
has manual focus
resolution is amazing (26 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
comes with face detect focus
supports RAW files
90
manual focus
fantastic sensor resolution (61 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
comes with face detect focus
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon RP Street photography factors
Sony A7R V Street photography factors
77
screen can move to multiple angles
sensor size is big (Full frame)
supports RAW files
offers focus via touch
weather proofing
very good ISO range (40,000)
lack of image stabilization
79
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports RAW files
comes with focus via touch
environment sealing
very good high ISO (32,000)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon RP
Sports photography with Sony A7R V
69
resolution is amazing (26 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
comes with tracking focus
weather proofing
sensor has phase detect auto focus
low frames per second (5.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
bad battery pack (250 per charge)
92
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
fantastic sensor resolution (61 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
comes with tracking focus
environment sealing
better than average battery pack (600 per charge)
comes with phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon RP Travel photography highlights
Sony A7R V Travel photography highlights
69
weather proofing
has bluetooth
offers focus via touch
resolution is amazing (26 megapixels)
bad battery pack (250 per charge)
display isn't selfie friendly
80
better than average battery pack (600 per charge)
environment sealing
connects via bluetooth
comes with focus via touch
fantastic sensor resolution (61 megapixels)
selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Canon RP Landscape photography info
Sony A7R V Landscape photography info
77
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Canon RF mount)
nice screen size (3 inches)
resolution is amazing (26MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
very good ISO range (40,000)
supports RAW files
weather proofing
lack of image stabilization
bad battery pack (250 shots)
89
manual focus
swap lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is good (3.20 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
fantastic sensor resolution (61MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
doesnt have anti-alias filter
very good high ISO (32,000)
supports RAW files
environment sealing
better than average battery pack (600 CIPA)
has double storage slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon RP Vlogging advice
Sony A7R V Vlogging advice
34
touch screen
comes with face detect focus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
includes mic port
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
80
selfie friendly screen
has touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
comes with face detect focus
high quality video (7680 x 4320 pixels)
does have mic port
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Canon RP vs Sony A7R V Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon RP and Sony A7R V
 Canon EOS RPSony Alpha A7R V
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Sony
Model Canon EOS RP Sony Alpha A7R V
Category Advanced Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Announced 2019-02-14 2022-10-26
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Digic 8 -
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 megapixel 61 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 6240 x 4160 9504 x 6336
Maximum native ISO 40000 32000
Maximum enhanced ISO 102400 102800
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Lowest enhanced ISO 50 50
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 4779 693
Lens
Lens mounting type Canon RF Sony E
Total lenses 17 187
Focal length multiplier 1 1
Screen
Screen type Fully Articulated Fully articulated
Screen sizing 3" 3.20"
Resolution of screen 1,040 thousand dot 2,360 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dot 9,440 thousand dot
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.7x 0.9x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 5.0 frames per second 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings 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
Max flash sync 1/180 secs 1/250 secs
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 7680x4320 ( 25p, 23.98)
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 7680x4320
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 485 grams (1.07 lb) 723 grams (1.59 lb)
Dimensions 133 x 85 x 70mm (5.2" x 3.3" x 2.8") 131 x 97 x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score 85 not tested
DXO Color Depth score 24.0 not tested
DXO Dynamic range score 11.9 not tested
DXO Low light score 2977 not tested
Other
Battery life 250 pictures 600 pictures
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots
Storage slots Single Dual
Launch cost $999 $3,900