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
Pentax
KF
Updated K-70 with modern connectivity and the same rugged Pentax philosophy.
$849
Launch priceReleased Nov 2022
KF is 5 months newer.
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Wins
EOS R7
Wins
KF
5 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R7 has higher AF points / zones (651 vs 101)
- 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 Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 15 fps)
- AEOS R7 has higher EVF magnification (1.15 × vs 0.78 ×)
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
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KF
138 × 98 × 88 mm
520 g (1.15 lb / 18.34 oz)
EOS R7 is 6mm narrower and 8mm shorter than KF but it is also 4mm thicker.
EOS R7 is 92 g heavier than KF.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm EOS R7 · 88mm KF
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
KF
138 × 98 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
KF
138 × 88 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R7
22.3 × 14.8 mm · APS-C
330 mm² area
KF
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
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
KF
Pentax K
70+
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
AF low-light limit
-5 EV vs -3 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132, 90.4, 91.7
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
AF points / zones
651 vs 101 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds AAC, LPCM
Burst (mechanical)
15 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
340 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
AA filter
Only EOS R7 supports it
Reasons to choose
KF
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138, 98, 88
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
Codecs
Adds H.264
RAW buffer depth
60 frames vs 42 frames — higher is better
Weight
520 g vs 612 g — lower is better
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 59.94 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓AF frame coverage — 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
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
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
KF
Pros
- ✓Weather sealed
- ✓IBIS
- ✓Affordable DSLR
Cons
- –DSLR platform
- –No 4K
- –Niche ecosystem
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 video, EOS R7 or KF?
KF scores 6.0/10 versus 3.5/10 for EOS R7 — 4K recording.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R7 and KF?
EOS R7 is 32.5 MP and KF is 24.2 MP, so the EOS R7 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R7 and KF have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R7 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while KF has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R7 or the KF?
EOS R7 reaches 30 fps electronic. KF reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R7 and KF?
EOS R7 weighs 612 g and KF weighs 520 g, so the KF is 92 g lighter.
Do the EOS R7 and KF record 4K video?
EOS R7: 4K up to 59.94p. KF: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R7 and KF weather sealed?
EOS R7: Yes. KF: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 660 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R7 and 640 shots for the KF, giving the EOS R7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R7 launched at $1,499 and KF at $849. The KF is $650 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Pentax press materials.