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
Nikon
D5600
Popular entry APS-C DSLR with 24MP sensor, articulating touchscreen, and SnapBridge connectivity.
$699
Launch priceReleased Nov 2016
EOS R7 is 5.5 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R7
Wins
D5600
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R7 has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- AEOS R7 has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 11 fps)
- AEOS R7 has higher Burst (mechanical) (15 fps vs 6 fps)
- AEOS R7 has higher Max video bit rate (340 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- AEOS R7 has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareEOS R7
132 × 90 × 92 mm
612 g (1.35 lb / 21.59 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
D5600
124 × 97 × 70 mm
465 g (1.03 lb / 16.40 oz)
EOS R7 is 7mm shorter than D5600 but it is also 8mm wider and 22mm thicker.
EOS R7 is 147 g heavier than D5600.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm EOS R7 · 70mm D5600
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R7
22.3 × 14.8 mm · APS-C
330 mm² area
D5600
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
1.1× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R7
Canon RF
105+
native lenses available
D5600
✓ more lensesNikon F
270+
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 R7
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132, 90.4, 91.7
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 11 fps — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
15 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
340 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Animal / bird AF
Only EOS R7 supports it
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only EOS R7 supports it
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only EOS R7 supports it
Reasons to choose
D5600
AF low-light limit
-8.5 EV vs -5 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 124, 97, 70
RAW buffer depth
60 frames vs 42 frames — higher is better
Weight
465 g vs 612 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓EVF resolution — Both 2,360,000
- ✓EVF refresh rate — Both 120 Hz
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
D5600
Pros
- ✓Articulating touchscreen
- ✓24MP APS-C
- ✓Huge F-mount lens library
- ✓Great value used
Cons
- –DSLR platform
- –No 4K 60p
- –Single card slot
Decided which one is right for you?
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Canon EOS R7
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, EOS R7 or D5600?
EOS R7 scores 10.0/10 versus 4.5/10 for D5600 — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R7 and D5600?
EOS R7 is 32.5 MP and D5600 is 24.2 MP, so the EOS R7 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R7 and D5600 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R7 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while D5600 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R7 or the D5600?
EOS R7 reaches 30 fps electronic. D5600 reaches 11 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R7 and D5600?
EOS R7 weighs 612 g and D5600 weighs 465 g, so the D5600 is 147 g lighter.
Do the EOS R7 and D5600 record 4K video?
EOS R7: 4K up to 60p. D5600: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R7 and D5600 weather sealed?
EOS R7: Yes. D5600: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 660 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R7 and 640 shots for the D5600, giving the EOS R7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R7 launched at $1,499 and D5600 at $699. The D5600 is $800 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.