Canon
EOS R5
45MP full-frame hybrid with 8K RAW, 4K 120p, strong AF, and 8-stop in-body stabilization.
$3,899
Released Jul 2020
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 5.9 years newer.
Wins
EOS R5
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
4 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R5 has higher Max video bit rate (2600 Mbps vs 600 Mbps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 5,760,000)
- AEOS R5 has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 32,000)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 20 fps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 45 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
EOS R5
139 × 98 × 88 mm
738 g (1.63 lb / 26.03 oz)
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
EOS R5 is 6mm wider, 1mm taller, and 5mm thicker than Alpha 7R VI.
EOS R5 is 25 g heavier than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS R5 · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R5
139 × 98 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
139 × 88 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R5
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
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
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats…
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 600 Mbps — higher is better
AA filter
Only EOS R5 supports it
Internal RAW video
Only EOS R5 supports it
Weather sealing
Only EOS R5 supports it
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 32,000 — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R VI
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
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
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 5,760,000 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
Resolution
66.8 MP vs 45 MP — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
600 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 — Both support in-body stabilization
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
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 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 video, EOS R5 or Alpha 7R VI?
EOS R5 scores 9.5/10 versus 8.0/10 for Alpha 7R VI — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R5 and Alpha 7R VI?
EOS R5 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 and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R5 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R5 or the Alpha 7R VI?
EOS R5 reaches 20 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R5 and Alpha 7R VI?
EOS R5 weighs 738 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the Alpha 7R VI is 25 g lighter.
Do the EOS R5 and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
EOS R5: 8K RAW (max), 4K up to 120p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the EOS R5 and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
EOS R5: Yes. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 490 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R5 and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Alpha 7R VI the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R5 launched at $3,899 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The EOS R5 is $600 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Sony press materials.