Canon
EOS R
Canon’s first full-frame RF mirrorless — launched the RF mount ecosystem.
$2,299
Launch priceReleased Sep 2018
Sony
Alpha 7
The original full-frame mirrorless that started the E-mount revolution — 24MP in a compact body.
$1,699
Launch priceReleased Oct 2013
EOS R is 4.9 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R
Wins
Alpha 7
9 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R has higher AF points / zones (5655 vs 759)
- BAlpha 7 has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
- BAlpha 7 has higher Burst (electronic) (15 fps vs 8 fps)
- AEOS R has higher ISO max (native) (40,000 vs 25,600)
- BAlpha 7 has lower Weight (474 g vs 720 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareEOS R
138 × 98 × 88 mm
720 g (1.59 lb / 25.40 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7
127 × 94 × 48 mm
474 g (1.04 lb / 16.72 oz)
EOS R is 11mm wider, 4mm taller, and 40mm thicker than Alpha 7.
EOS R is 246 g heavier than Alpha 7.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS R · 48mm Alpha 7
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
Alpha 7
35.8 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
856 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R
Canon RF
105+
native lenses available
Alpha 7
✓ 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 R
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138, 98, 88
AF points / zones
5655 vs 759 — higher is better
ISO max (native)
40,000 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
8 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Resolution
30.3 MP vs 24.3 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 126.9, 94.4, 48.2
Animal / bird AF
Only Alpha 7 supports it
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265
Burst (electronic)
15 fps vs 8 fps — higher is better
Weight
474 g vs 720 g — lower is better
AF frame coverage
94 % vs 88 % — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓RAW buffer depth — Both 60 frames
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 150 Mbps
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R
Pros
- ✓First Canon RF body
- ✓Dual Pixel AF
- ✓Fully articulating screen
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –Single card slot
- –Superseded by R6/R8
Alpha 7
Pros
- ✓Historic first FF mirrorless
- ✓Compact for era
- ✓24MP full-frame
- ✓Affordable used
Cons
- –Slow AF by modern standards
- –No IBIS
- –Superseded many times
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the EOS R and Alpha 7 at major authorized retailers.
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for vlogging, EOS R or Alpha 7?
Alpha 7 scores 7.5/10 versus 4.5/10 for EOS R — 474g — easy to handhold for selfie video.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R and Alpha 7?
EOS R is 30.3 MP and Alpha 7 is 24.3 MP, so the EOS R captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R and Alpha 7 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 7 has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R or the Alpha 7?
EOS R reaches 8 fps electronic. Alpha 7 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R and Alpha 7?
EOS R weighs 720 g and Alpha 7 weighs 474 g, so the Alpha 7 is 246 g lighter.
Do the EOS R and Alpha 7 record 4K video?
EOS R: 4K up to 30p. Alpha 7: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R and Alpha 7 weather sealed?
EOS R: Yes. Alpha 7: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R and 640 shots for the Alpha 7, giving the Alpha 7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R launched at $2,299 and Alpha 7 at $1,699. The Alpha 7 is $600 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.