Canon
EOS R50
Tiny 24MP APS-C RF-mount camera for creators, travel, and beginners who want strong autofocus and easy 4K.
$679
Released Feb 2023
Sony
Alpha 7 IV
33MP hybrid all-rounder with 10-bit 4K 60p and AI-powered subject tracking.
$2,499
Released Oct 2021
EOS R50 is 1.3 years newer.
Wins
EOS R50
Wins
Alpha 7 IV
2 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher IBIS effectiveness (5.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher RAW buffer depth (828 frames vs 7 frames)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 120 Mbps)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
EOS R50
116 × 86 × 69 mm
375 g (0.83 lb / 13.23 oz)
Alpha 7 IV
131 × 96 × 80 mm
658 g (1.45 lb / 23.21 oz)
EOS R50 is 15mm narrower, 11mm shorter, and 11mm thinner than Alpha 7 IV.
EOS R50 is 283 g lighter than Alpha 7 IV.
Depth (front-to-back): 69mm EOS R50 · 80mm Alpha 7 IV
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R50
22.3 × 14.9 mm · APS-C
332 mm² area
Alpha 7 IV
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 R50
Canon RF
105+
native lenses available
Alpha 7 IV
✓ 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 R50
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 116.3, 85.5, 68.8
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
375 g vs 658 g — lower is better
Burst (electronic)
15 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Vehicle
EVF magnification
0.95 × vs 0.78 × — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7 IV
IBIS effectiveness
5.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 131.3, 96.4, 79.8
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
RAW buffer depth
828 frames vs 7 frames — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 120 Mbps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Subject recognition
Adds Insect, Car/Train, Airplane
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R50
Pros
- ✓Very compact and lightweight
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF II subject tracking
- ✓Oversampled 4K 30p video
- ✓Fully articulating touchscreen
- ✓Accessible price
Cons
- –No in-body stabilization
- –Single SD card slot
- –Limited physical controls
- –No headphone jack
Alpha 7 IV
Pros
- ✓33MP — more detail for cropping and print
- ✓10-bit 4K 60p (Super35 crop) / 4K 30p full-frame
- ✓Full-size HDMI port
- ✓759 phase-detect AF points
Cons
- –4K 60p requires Super35 crop
- –10fps burst lags behind R6 II at 40fps
- –Complex menu system
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, EOS R50 or Alpha 7 IV?
Alpha 7 IV scores 7.5/10 versus 1.5/10 for EOS R50 — 33MP — ample resolution.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R50 and Alpha 7 IV?
EOS R50 is 24.2 MP and Alpha 7 IV is 33 MP, so the Alpha 7 IV captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R50 and Alpha 7 IV have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R50 does not have IBIS, while alpha 7 IV has 5.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R50 or the Alpha 7 IV?
EOS R50 reaches 15 fps electronic. Alpha 7 IV reaches 10 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R50 and Alpha 7 IV?
EOS R50 weighs 375 g and Alpha 7 IV weighs 658 g, so the EOS R50 is 283 g lighter.
Do the EOS R50 and Alpha 7 IV record 4K video?
EOS R50: 4K up to 30p. Alpha 7 IV: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R50 and Alpha 7 IV weather sealed?
EOS R50: No. Alpha 7 IV: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 440 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R50 and 580 shots for the Alpha 7 IV, giving the Alpha 7 IV the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R50 launched at $679 and Alpha 7 IV at $2,499. The EOS R50 is $1,820 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Sony press materials.