Canon
EOS R5
45MP full-frame hybrid with 8K RAW, 4K 120p, strong AF, and 8-stop in-body stabilization.
$3,899
Launch priceReleased Jul 2020
Sony
Alpha 6700
26MP APS-C flagship with AI subject tracking, 4K 120p, and 5-stop IBIS.
$1,399
Launch priceReleased Jul 2023
Alpha 6700 is 3 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R5
Wins
Alpha 6700
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R5 has higher Max video bit rate (2600 Mbps vs 280 Mbps)
- AEOS R5 has higher RAW buffer depth (180 frames vs 59 frames)
- AEOS R5 has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 2,359,296)
- AEOS R5 has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- AEOS R5 has higher EVF refresh rate (120 Hz vs 60 Hz)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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EOS R5
139 × 98 × 88 mm
738 g (1.63 lb / 26.03 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 6700
122 × 69 × 75 mm
493 g (1.09 lb / 17.39 oz)
EOS R5 is 17mm wider, 29mm taller, and 13mm thicker than Alpha 6700.
EOS R5 is 245 g heavier than Alpha 6700.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS R5 · 75mm Alpha 6700
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R5
139 × 98 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 6700
122 × 69 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R5
139 × 88 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 6700
122 × 75 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R5
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
Alpha 6700
23.3 × 15.5 mm · APS-C
361 mm² area
2.4× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R5
Canon RF
105+
native lenses available
Alpha 6700
✓ 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
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -3 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats…
Codecs
Adds RAW, H.265, H.264
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.5, 97.5, 88
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
Max video bit rate
2600 Mbps vs 280 Mbps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
180 frames vs 59 frames — higher is better
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 2,359,296 — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 6700
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 122, 69, 75.1
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Weight
493 g vs 738 g — lower is better
EVF magnification
1.07 × vs 0.76 × — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
550 shots vs 490 shots — 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
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R5
Pros
- ✓45MP sensor balances resolution and speed
- ✓8K RAW and 4K 120p internal video
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF II with advanced subject tracking
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓CFexpress Type B plus SD UHS-II storage
Cons
- –Heat limits can matter for extended high-end video
- –Battery life is modest
- –Still expensive versus newer enthusiast bodies
Alpha 6700
Pros
- ✓AI-based subject recognition from A7R V
- ✓4K 120p Super35 — outstanding slow-motion
- ✓5-stop IBIS in a compact APS-C body
- ✓10-bit 4:2:2 internal recording
Cons
- –Single card slot
- –APS-C sensor — narrower DR vs. full-frame
- –LCD resolution 1.03M dots — below competitors
- –No headphone jack
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the EOS R5 and Alpha 6700 at major authorized retailers.
Canon EOS R5
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, EOS R5 or Alpha 6700?
EOS R5 scores 9.5/10 versus 5.0/10 for Alpha 6700 — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R5 and Alpha 6700?
EOS R5 is 45 MP and Alpha 6700 is 26 MP, so the EOS R5 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R5 and Alpha 6700 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R5 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 6700 has 5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R5 or the Alpha 6700?
EOS R5 reaches 20 fps electronic. Alpha 6700 reaches 11 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R5 and Alpha 6700?
EOS R5 weighs 738 g and Alpha 6700 weighs 493 g, so the Alpha 6700 is 245 g lighter.
Do the EOS R5 and Alpha 6700 record 4K video?
EOS R5: 8K RAW (max), 4K up to 120p. Alpha 6700: 4K up to 120p.
Are the EOS R5 and Alpha 6700 weather sealed?
EOS R5: Yes. Alpha 6700: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 490 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R5 and 550 shots for the Alpha 6700, giving the Alpha 6700 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R5 launched at $3,899 and Alpha 6700 at $1,399. The Alpha 6700 is $2,500 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.