Canon
EOS 200D
World's lightest APS-C DSLR (Rebel SL2) with Dual Pixel AF, 24MP, and beginner-friendly design.
$549
Launch priceReleased Jun 2017
Sony
Alpha 7R VI
66.8MP stacked full-frame high-resolution body with 30fps bursts, 8K 30p, 4K 120p, and Sony's AI processing unit.
$4,499
Launch priceReleased Jun 2026
Alpha 7R VI is 8.9 years newer.
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Wins
EOS 200D
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 9)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 2,360,000)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 24.2 MP)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 11 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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EOS 200D
122 × 93 × 70 mm
453 g (1.00 lb / 15.98 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
EOS 200D is 10mm narrower, 4mm shorter, and 13mm thinner than Alpha 7R VI.
EOS 200D is 260 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 70mm EOS 200D · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS 200D
122 × 93 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS 200D
122 × 70 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS 200D
22.3 × 14.9 mm · APS-C
332 mm² area
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
2.6× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS 200D: mount data unavailable
Alpha 7R VI
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
EOS 200D
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 122.4, 92.6, 69.8
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
AA filter
Only EOS 200D supports it
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -6 EV — lower is better
Weight
453 g vs 713 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
650 shots vs 600 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R VI
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.7, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SDXC UHS-II
AF points / zones
759 vs 9 — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
Resolution
66.8 MP vs 24.2 MP — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 11 fps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
150 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS 200D
Pros
- ✓Very light DSLR
- ✓Dual Pixel AF
- ✓24MP APS-C
- ✓Affordable
Cons
- –Single card slot
- –No 4K
- –Superseded by SL3/250D
Alpha 7R VI
Pros
- ✓66.8MP stacked full-frame sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free electronic burst
- ✓8K 30p and 4K 120p video
- ✓5-axis sensor-shift stabilization
- ✓9.44M-dot HDR OLED EVF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Large files demand fast cards and storage
- –8K workflow can be heavy
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, EOS 200D or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R VI scores 7.5/10 versus 1.5/10 for EOS 200D — 66.8MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS 200D and Alpha 7R VI?
EOS 200D is 24.2 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS 200D and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
EOS 200D does not have IBIS, while Alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS 200D or the Alpha 7R VI?
EOS 200D reaches 11 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS 200D and Alpha 7R VI?
EOS 200D weighs 453 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the EOS 200D is 260 g lighter.
Do the EOS 200D and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
EOS 200D: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the EOS 200D and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
EOS 200D: No. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 650 shots (CIPA) for the EOS 200D and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the EOS 200D the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS 200D launched at $549 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The EOS 200D is $3,950 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Sony press materials.