Canon
EOS R7
32.5MP APS-C RF-mount body with 30fps burst, 4K 60p, 7-stop IBIS, and advanced subject tracking.
$1,499
Released May 2022
Ricoh
GR IV HDF
GR IV variant with built-in Highlight Diffusion Filter for softer rendering and the same 25.74MP APS-C pocket platform.
$1,599
Released Jan 2026
GR IV HDF is 3.6 years newer.
Wins
EOS R7
Wins
GR IV HDF
2 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R7 has higher AF points / zones (651 vs 49)
- AEOS R7 has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 4 fps)
- BGR IV HDF has higher ISO max (native) (204,800 vs 32,000)
- AEOS R7 has higher Burst (mechanical) (15 fps vs 4 fps)
- AEOS R7 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (660 shots vs 250 shots)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
EOS R7
132 × 90 × 92 mm
612 g (1.35 lb / 21.59 oz)
GR IV HDF
109 × 61 × 33 mm
262 g (0.58 lb / 9.24 oz)
EOS R7 is 23mm wider, 29mm taller, and 59mm thicker than GR IV HDF.
EOS R7 is 350 g heavier than GR IV HDF.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm EOS R7 · 33mm GR IV HDF
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R7
22.3 × 14.8 mm · APS-C
330 mm² area
GR IV HDF
23.3 × 15.5 mm · APS-C
361 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 IV HDF: 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
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132, 90.4, 91.7
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
AF points / zones
651 vs 49 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
15 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
660 shots vs 250 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
GR IV HDF
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
Codecs
Adds MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, MOV
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 109.4, 61.1, 32.7
Card types
Adds microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC UHS-I
ISO max (native)
204,800 vs 32,000 — higher is better
Weight
262 g vs 612 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓In-body stabilization — Both support in-body stabilization
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
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 IV HDF
Pros
- ✓Built-in HDF effect
- ✓25.74MP APS-C sensor
- ✓5-axis SR
- ✓53GB internal memory
Cons
- –No ND filter
- –Fixed lens
- –Full HD video only
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, EOS R7 or GR IV HDF?
EOS R7 scores 9.0/10 versus 1.0/10 for GR IV HDF — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R7 and GR IV HDF?
EOS R7 is 32.5 MP and GR IV HDF is 25.74 MP, so the EOS R7 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R7 and GR IV HDF have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R7 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while gR IV HDF has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R7 or the GR IV HDF?
EOS R7 reaches 30 fps electronic. GR IV HDF reaches 4 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R7 and GR IV HDF?
EOS R7 weighs 612 g and GR IV HDF weighs 262 g, so the GR IV HDF is 350 g lighter.
Do the EOS R7 and GR IV HDF record 4K video?
EOS R7: 4K up to 60p. GR IV HDF: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R7 and GR IV HDF weather sealed?
EOS R7: Yes. GR IV HDF: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 660 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R7 and 250 shots for the GR IV HDF, giving the EOS R7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R7 launched at $1,499 and GR IV HDF at $1,599. The EOS R7 is $100 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.