Canon RP vs Sony A7c

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Canon RP versus Sony A7c, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the RP (26MP) and the A7c (24MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The RP was revealed 19 months earlier than the A7c which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon RP being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7c being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the RP grades vs the A7c with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS RP and Sony Alpha A7c. The full galleries are provided at Canon RP Gallery and Sony A7c Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Canon RP comes with outside measurements of 133mm x 85mm x 70mm (5.2" x 3.3" x 2.8") and a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) whilst 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).

Contrast the Canon RP versus Sony A7c in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the RP compared to the A7c.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the RP and A7c is 70 and 78 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The graphic below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the RP and A7c.

All in all, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon RP to give extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older RP is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.