Canon
EOS R7
32.5MP APS-C RF-mount body with 30fps burst, 4K 60p, 7-stop IBIS, and advanced subject tracking.
$1,499
Launch priceReleased May 2022
Insta360
X4
8K 360 action camera with dual 1/2-inch sensors, 72MP photos, 4K60 single-lens mode, FlowState stabilization, and 10m waterproofing.
$499
Launch priceReleased Apr 2024
X4 is 1.9 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R7
Wins
X4
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R7 has higher AF points / zones (651 vs 0)
- AEOS R7 has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 6,400)
- BX4 has lower Weight (203 g vs 612 g)
- BX4 has higher RAW buffer depth (120 frames vs 42 frames)
- BX4 has higher Resolution (72 MP vs 32.5 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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EOS R7
132 × 90 × 92 mm
612 g (1.35 lb / 21.59 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X4
46 × 124 × 38 mm
203 g (0.45 lb / 7.16 oz)
EOS R7 is 33mm shorter than X4 but it is also 86mm wider and 54mm thicker.
EOS R7 is 409 g heavier than X4.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm EOS R7 · 38mm X4
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R7
132 × 90 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
X4
46 × 124 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R7
132 × 92 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
X4
46 × 38 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R7
22.3 × 14.8 mm · APS-C
330 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R7
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
X4: mount data unavailable
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 R7
AF points / zones
651 vs 0 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132, 90.4, 91.7
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds AAC, LPCM
AA filter
Only EOS R7 supports it
Eye AF
Only EOS R7 supports it
Reasons to choose
X4
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, 360° Horizon Lock, Active HDR
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 46, 123.6, 37.6
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
203 g vs 612 g — lower is better
RAW buffer depth
120 frames vs 42 frames — higher is better
Resolution
72 MP vs 32.5 MP — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.264
1080p max frame rate
120 fps vs 100 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R7
Pros
- ✓High-resolution 32.5MP APS-C sensor
- ✓Up to 30fps electronic burst
- ✓7-stop in-body stabilization
- ✓Dual SD UHS-II card slots
- ✓Strong value for wildlife and sports reach
Cons
- –APS-C sensor trails full-frame in low-light depth
- –RF-S lens lineup is still limited
- –4K 60p uses a crop in some modes
X4
Pros
- ✓8K 360 video
- ✓72MP 360 photos
- ✓4K60 single-lens mode
- ✓10m waterproof
Cons
- –360 workflow needs reframing
- –8K runtime ~75 min
- –Larger than Ace Pro
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 R7 or X4?
EOS R7 scores 9.0/10 versus 5.5/10 for X4 — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R7 and X4?
EOS R7 is 32.5 MP and X4 is 72 MP, so the X4 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R7 and X4 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R7 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while X4 uses FlowState + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic).
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R7 or the X4?
EOS R7 reaches 30 fps electronic. X4 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R7 and X4?
EOS R7 weighs 612 g and X4 weighs 203 g, so the X4 is 409 g lighter.
Do the EOS R7 and X4 record 4K video?
EOS R7: 4K up to 59.94p. X4: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R7 and X4 weather sealed?
EOS R7: Yes. X4: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 660 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R7 and 640 shots for the X4, giving the EOS R7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R7 launched at $1,499 and X4 at $499. The X4 is $1,000 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 Insta360 press materials.