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
Ricoh
GR
Original APS-C GR with 16MP sensor and 28mm equivalent lens — the pocket street camera that started it all.
$799
Launch priceReleased Apr 2013
EOS R7 is 9.1 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R7
Wins
GR
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R7 has higher AF points / zones (651 vs 49)
- AEOS R7 has higher Burst (mechanical) (15 fps vs 6 fps)
- BGR has lower Weight (245 g vs 612 g)
- AEOS R7 has higher Max video bit rate (340 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- AEOS R7 has higher Resolution (32.5 MP vs 16.2 MP)
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
GR
117 × 61 × 35 mm
245 g (0.54 lb / 8.64 oz)
EOS R7 is 15mm wider, 29mm taller, and 57mm thicker than GR.
EOS R7 is 367 g heavier than GR.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm EOS R7 · 35mm GR
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R7
22.3 × 14.8 mm · APS-C
330 mm² area
GR
23.7 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
372 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
GR: 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 low-light limit
-5 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132, 90.4, 91.7
AF points / zones
651 vs 49 — 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
Resolution
32.5 MP vs 16.2 MP — higher is better
AA filter
Only EOS R7 supports it
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
GR
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 117, 61, 34.5
Weight
245 g vs 612 g — lower is better
RAW buffer depth
60 frames vs 42 frames — 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 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
GR
Pros
- ✓Original GR formula
- ✓APS-C in pocket
- ✓28mm GR lens
- ✓Snap focus culture
Cons
- –16MP dated
- –No IBIS
- –Fixed lens
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, EOS R7 or GR?
EOS R7 scores 10.0/10 versus 5.5/10 for GR — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R7 and GR?
EOS R7 is 32.5 MP and GR is 16.2 MP, so the EOS R7 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R7 and GR have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R7 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while GR has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R7 or the GR?
EOS R7 reaches 30 fps electronic. GR reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R7 and GR?
EOS R7 weighs 612 g and GR weighs 245 g, so the GR is 367 g lighter.
Do the EOS R7 and GR record 4K video?
EOS R7: 4K up to 60p. GR: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R7 and GR weather sealed?
EOS R7: Yes. GR: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 660 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R7 and 640 shots for the GR, giving the EOS R7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R7 launched at $1,499 and GR at $799. The GR is $700 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.