Canon
EOS R5 C
Cinema-focused 45MP full-frame hybrid with active cooling, 8K RAW 60p, and Canon Cinema EOS video tools.
$4,499
Released Jan 2022
Sony
Alpha 7R VI
66.8MP fully-stacked full-frame high-resolution body with 30fps bursts, 8K 30p, 4K 120p, and Sony's new BIONZ XR2 engine.
$4,499
Released Jun 2026
Alpha 7R VI is 4.3 years newer.
Wins
EOS R5 C
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
4 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R5 C has higher Max video bit rate (2570 Mbps vs 600 Mbps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Battery life (CIPA) (600 shots vs 320 shots)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 5,760,000)
- AEOS R5 C has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 32,000)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 20 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
EOS R5 C
142 × 101 × 111 mm
770 g (1.70 lb / 27.16 oz)
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
EOS R5 C is 9mm wider, 4mm taller, and 28mm thicker than Alpha 7R VI.
EOS R5 C is 57 g heavier than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 111mm EOS R5 C · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R5 C
142 × 101 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 R5 C
142 × 111 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R5 C
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R5 C
Canon RF
105+
native lenses available
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 R5 C
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 142, 101, 111
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
Max video bit rate
2570 Mbps vs 600 Mbps — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only EOS R5 C supports it
Codecs
Adds Cinema RAW Light, XF-AVC
Weather sealing
Only EOS R5 C supports it
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 32,000 — higher is better
AF points / zones
1053 vs 759 — 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
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Subject recognition
Adds Eye, Insect, Vehicle
In-body stabilization
Only Alpha 7R VI supports it
Battery life (CIPA)
600 shots vs 320 shots — higher is better
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 5,760,000 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R5 C
Pros
- ✓8K RAW 60p internal recording with active cooling
- ✓Cinema EOS interface and professional video tools
- ✓45MP full-frame stills capability
- ✓4K 120p slow motion
- ✓CFexpress Type B plus SD UHS-II storage
Cons
- –No in-body stabilization
- –Battery life is limited for high-end video
- –Larger body than the EOS R5
Alpha 7R VI
Pros
- ✓66.8MP fully-stacked Exmor RS sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free electronic burst
- ✓8K 30p and 4K 120p video
- ✓8.5-stop in-body stabilization
- ✓9.44M-dot HDR OLED EVF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Large files demand fast cards and storage
- –8K workflow can be heavy
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, EOS R5 C or Alpha 7R VI?
EOS R5 C scores 8.5/10 versus 6.5/10 for Alpha 7R VI — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R5 C and Alpha 7R VI?
EOS R5 C is 45 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 R5 C and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R5 C does not have IBIS, while alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R5 C or the Alpha 7R VI?
EOS R5 C reaches 20 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R5 C and Alpha 7R VI?
EOS R5 C weighs 770 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the Alpha 7R VI is 57 g lighter.
Do the EOS R5 C and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
EOS R5 C: 8K RAW (max), 4K up to 120p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the EOS R5 C and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
EOS R5 C: Yes. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 320 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R5 C and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Alpha 7R VI the edge.
How much does each cost?
Both launched at $4,499.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Sony press materials.