Canon
EOS R6 Mark II
Versatile 24.2MP full-frame hybrid with class-leading AF and 4K 60p video.
$2,499
Launch priceReleased Nov 2022
Sony
Alpha 7R
36MP no-AA-filter full-frame mirrorless for landscape and studio — launched the high-res mirrorless era.
$2,299
Launch priceReleased Oct 2013
EOS R6 Mark II is 9.1 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R6 Mark II
Wins
Alpha 7R
5 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 25,600)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher Max video bit rate (340 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher Burst (electronic) (40 fps vs 20 fps)
- BAlpha 7R has higher Resolution (36.4 MP vs 24.2 MP)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher Burst (mechanical) (12 fps vs 8 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 98 × 88 mm
670 g (1.48 lb / 23.63 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7R
127 × 94 × 48 mm
465 g (1.03 lb / 16.40 oz)
EOS R6 Mark II is 12mm wider, 4mm taller, and 40mm thicker than Alpha 7R.
EOS R6 Mark II is 205 g heavier than Alpha 7R.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS R6 Mark II · 48mm Alpha 7R
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 98 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7R
127 × 94 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 88 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7R
127 × 48 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R6 Mark II
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Alpha 7R
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R6 Mark II
Canon RF
105+
native lenses available
Alpha 7R
✓ 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 R6 Mark II
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.4, 98.4, 88.4
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Max video bit rate
340 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
AA filter
Only EOS R6 Mark II supports it
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only EOS R6 Mark II supports it
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 126.9, 94.4, 48.2
Resolution
36.4 MP vs 24.2 MP — higher is better
Weight
465 g vs 670 g — lower is better
EVF magnification
0.78 × vs 0.76 × — 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
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R6 Mark II
Pros
- ✓Up to 40fps electronic burst
- ✓4K 60p oversampled from 6K
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF II — superb subject tracking
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓Fully articulating touchscreen
Cons
- –24.2MP may feel limiting for large prints
- –No CFexpress on base body
- –Short battery life vs. A7 IV
Alpha 7R
Pros
- ✓36MP no AA filter
- ✓Compact high-res body
- ✓Historic significance
- ✓Great used value
Cons
- –Slow AF
- –No IBIS
- –Very dated ergonomics
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, EOS R6 Mark II or Alpha 7R?
Alpha 7R scores 9.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for EOS R6 Mark II — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and Alpha 7R?
EOS R6 Mark II is 24.2 MP and Alpha 7R is 36.4 MP, so the Alpha 7R captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and Alpha 7R have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R6 Mark II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 7R has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R6 Mark II or the Alpha 7R?
EOS R6 Mark II reaches 40 fps electronic. Alpha 7R reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and Alpha 7R?
EOS R6 Mark II weighs 670 g and Alpha 7R weighs 465 g, so the Alpha 7R is 205 g lighter.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and Alpha 7R record 4K video?
EOS R6 Mark II: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7R: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R6 Mark II and Alpha 7R weather sealed?
EOS R6 Mark II: Yes. Alpha 7R: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 760 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R6 Mark II and 640 shots for the Alpha 7R, giving the EOS R6 Mark II the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R6 Mark II launched at $2,499 and Alpha 7R at $2,299. The Alpha 7R is $200 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Sony press materials.