Canon
EOS 7D
Classic APS-C sports DSLR with 18MP, 8fps burst, 19-point cross-type AF, Dual DIGIC 4, and weather-sealed magnesium body.
$1,699
Launch priceReleased Sep 2009
Sony
Alpha 7 IV
33MP hybrid all-rounder with 10-bit 4K 60p and AI-powered subject tracking.
$2,499
Launch priceReleased Oct 2021
Alpha 7 IV is 12.2 years newer.
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Wins
EOS 7D
Wins
Alpha 7 IV
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 0 fps)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher IBIS effectiveness (5.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 19)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher RAW buffer depth (828 frames vs 23 frames)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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EOS 7D
148 × 111 × 74 mm
820 g (1.81 lb / 28.92 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7 IV
131 × 96 × 80 mm
658 g (1.45 lb / 23.21 oz)
EOS 7D is 6mm thinner than Alpha 7 IV but it is also 17mm wider and 14mm taller.
EOS 7D is 162 g heavier than Alpha 7 IV.
Depth (front-to-back): 74mm EOS 7D · 80mm Alpha 7 IV
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS 7D
148 × 111 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 IV
131 × 96 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS 7D
148 × 74 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 IV
131 × 80 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS 7D
22.3 × 14.9 mm · APS-C
332 mm² area
Alpha 7 IV
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
2.6× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS 7D
Canon EF
300+
native lenses available
Alpha 7 IV
✓ 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 7D
Codecs
Adds H.264 (MOV)
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 148.2, 110.7, 73.5
Card types
Adds CF (UDMA 6)
Battery life (CIPA)
800 shots vs 580 shots — higher is better
EVF magnification
1 × vs 0.78 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7 IV
AF low-light limit
-4 EV vs -0.5 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 0 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
IBIS effectiveness
5.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 131.3, 96.4, 79.8
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
AF points / zones
759 vs 19 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS 7D
Pros
- ✓8fps with 19 cross-type AF points
- ✓Dual DIGIC 4 image processors
- ✓100% viewfinder with electronic level
- ✓Weather-sealed magnesium alloy body
- ✓Full HD 1080p video
Cons
- –18MP resolution dated today
- –Single CF card slot
- –No Wi-Fi or GPS
- –1080p limited to 30fps
- –DSLR platform aging
Alpha 7 IV
Pros
- ✓33MP — more detail for cropping and print
- ✓10-bit 4K 60p (Super35 crop) / 4K 30p full-frame
- ✓Full-size HDMI port
- ✓759 phase-detect AF points
Cons
- –4K 60p requires Super35 crop
- –10fps burst lags behind R6 II at 40fps
- –Complex menu system
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 portraits, EOS 7D or Alpha 7 IV?
Alpha 7 IV scores 9.0/10 versus 1.0/10 for EOS 7D — 33MP — ample resolution for portraits.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS 7D and Alpha 7 IV?
EOS 7D is 18 MP and Alpha 7 IV is 33 MP, so the Alpha 7 IV captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS 7D and Alpha 7 IV have in-body image stabilization?
EOS 7D does not have IBIS, while Alpha 7 IV has 5.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS 7D or the Alpha 7 IV?
EOS 7D reaches 8 fps electronic. Alpha 7 IV reaches 10 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS 7D and Alpha 7 IV?
EOS 7D weighs 820 g and Alpha 7 IV weighs 658 g, so the Alpha 7 IV is 162 g lighter.
Do the EOS 7D and Alpha 7 IV record 4K video?
EOS 7D: Full HD (1920 × 1080). Alpha 7 IV: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS 7D and Alpha 7 IV weather sealed?
EOS 7D: Yes. Alpha 7 IV: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 800 shots (CIPA) for the EOS 7D and 580 shots for the Alpha 7 IV, giving the EOS 7D the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS 7D launched at $1,699 and Alpha 7 IV at $2,499. The EOS 7D is $800 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.