Canon
EOS R100
Entry-level 24MP APS-C RF-mount camera with a small body, EVF, and simple stills-first feature set.
$479
Launch priceReleased May 2023
Sony
Alpha 7 V
33MP partially stacked Exmor RS hybrid with BIONZ XR2 AI, 30fps blackout-free burst, 7.5-stop IBIS, and 4K 60p oversampled from 7K.
$2,899
Launch priceReleased Dec 2025
Alpha 7 V is 2.5 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R100
Wins
Alpha 7 V
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7 V has higher IBIS effectiveness (7.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher RAW buffer depth (95 frames vs 6 frames)
- AEOS R100 has higher AF points / zones (3975 vs 759)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 24 fps)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 120 Mbps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareEOS R100
116 × 86 × 69 mm
356 g (0.78 lb / 12.56 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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Alpha 7 V
130 × 96 × 82 mm
695 g (1.53 lb / 24.52 oz)
EOS R100 is 14mm narrower, 11mm shorter, and 14mm thinner than Alpha 7 V.
EOS R100 is 339 g lighter than Alpha 7 V.
Depth (front-to-back): 69mm EOS R100 · 82mm Alpha 7 V
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R100
116 × 86 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 V
130 × 96 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R100
116 × 69 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 V
130 × 82 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R100
22.3 × 14.9 mm · APS-C
332 mm² area
Alpha 7 V
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 R100
Canon RF
105+
native lenses available
Alpha 7 V
✓ 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 R100
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 116.3, 85.5, 68.8
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
AF points / zones
3975 vs 759 — higher is better
Weight
356 g vs 695 g — lower is better
EVF magnification
0.95 × vs 0.78 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7 V
IBIS effectiveness
7.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130.3, 96.4, 82.4
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A / SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II
RAW buffer depth
95 frames vs 6 frames — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Insect…
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 24 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 120 Mbps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R100
Pros
- ✓Very low entry price for Canon RF
- ✓Compact and lightweight body
- ✓Built-in EVF
- ✓Good image quality for beginners
Cons
- –Fixed non-touch LCD
- –Older DIGIC 8 processor
- –4K video is cropped and limited
- –No in-body stabilization
Alpha 7 V
Pros
- ✓33MP partially stacked sensor — ~4.5× faster readout than α7 IV
- ✓Blackout-free 30 fps with full AF/AE (electronic shutter)
- ✓7.5-stop central / 6.5-stop peripheral IBIS (CIPA 2024)
- ✓759-point phase-detect AF down to EV -4 with AI subject recognition
- ✓7K oversampled 4K 60p (full-frame, no pixel binning) + 4K 120p
- ✓Pre-Capture and dual USB-C (10 Gbps + USB 2.0)
- ✓Up to 16 stops dynamic range
Cons
- –Premium price vs α7 IV
- –4K 120p typically requires APS-C / Super 35 crop
- –Heavier than α7 IV (695 g vs 659 g with battery)
- –Complex menu and feature set
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the EOS R100 and Alpha 7 V at major authorized retailers.
Canon EOS R100
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, EOS R100 or Alpha 7 V?
Alpha 7 V scores 10.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for EOS R100 — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R100 and Alpha 7 V?
EOS R100 is 24.1 MP and Alpha 7 V is 33 MP, so the Alpha 7 V captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R100 and Alpha 7 V have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R100 does not have IBIS, while Alpha 7 V has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R100 or the Alpha 7 V?
EOS R100 reaches 6.5 fps electronic. Alpha 7 V reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R100 and Alpha 7 V?
EOS R100 weighs 356 g and Alpha 7 V weighs 695 g, so the EOS R100 is 339 g lighter.
Do the EOS R100 and Alpha 7 V record 4K video?
EOS R100: 4K up to 24p. Alpha 7 V: 4K up to 120p.
Are the EOS R100 and Alpha 7 V weather sealed?
EOS R100: No. Alpha 7 V: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 430 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R100 and 630 shots for the Alpha 7 V, giving the Alpha 7 V the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R100 launched at $479 and Alpha 7 V at $2,899. The EOS R100 is $2,420 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Sony press materials.