Canon RP vs Sony NEX-7

In this article, we will be reviewing the Canon RP vs Sony NEX-7, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the RP (26MP) and the NEX-7 (24MP) is relatively close but the RP (Full frame) and NEX-7 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The RP was introduced 7 years after the NEX-7 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon RP being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the RP matches up versus the NEX-7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS RP & Sony Alpha NEX-7. The whole galleries are provided at Canon RP Gallery & Sony NEX-7 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon RP has external dimensions of 133mm x 85mm x 70mm (5.2" x 3.3" x 2.8") having a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) and the Sony NEX-7 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the RP vs the NEX-7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the RP and NEX-7 is 70 and 84 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through specifications. The image below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the RP and NEX-7.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The RP using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon RP will result in extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger RP will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.