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 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 3.3 years newer.
Wins
EOS R50
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
2 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher RAW buffer depth (150 frames vs 7 frames)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 120 Mbps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 2,360,000)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 24.2 MP)
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 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
EOS R50 is 16mm narrower, 11mm shorter, and 14mm thinner than Alpha 7R VI.
EOS R50 is 338 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 69mm EOS R50 · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R50
116 × 86 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 R50
116 × 69 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R50
22.3 × 14.9 mm · APS-C
332 mm² area
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 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 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 R50
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 116.3, 85.5, 68.8
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
AA filter
Only EOS R50 supports it
Weight
375 g vs 713 g — lower is better
EVF magnification
0.95 × vs 0.9 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R VI
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.7, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SDXC UHS-II
RAW buffer depth
150 frames vs 7 frames — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 120 Mbps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
Resolution
66.8 MP vs 24.2 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 32,000
- ✓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 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 landscape, EOS R50 or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R VI scores 7.5/10 versus 1.5/10 for EOS R50 — 66.8MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R50 and Alpha 7R VI?
EOS R50 is 24.2 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 R50 and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R50 does not have IBIS, while alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R50 or the Alpha 7R VI?
EOS R50 reaches 15 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R50 and Alpha 7R VI?
EOS R50 weighs 375 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the EOS R50 is 338 g lighter.
Do the EOS R50 and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
EOS R50: 4K up to 30p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the EOS R50 and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
EOS R50: No. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 440 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R50 and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Alpha 7R VI the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R50 launched at $679 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The EOS R50 is $3,820 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Sony press materials.