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 IV Monochrome
Monochrome-only GR IV with 25.74MP APS-C sensor, red filter mode, 5-axis SR, and classic 28mm pocket street-camera design.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased Jan 2026
GR IV Monochrome is 3.7 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R7
Wins
GR IV Monochrome
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R7 has higher AF points / zones (651 vs 49)
- BGR IV Monochrome has higher ISO max (native) (409,600 vs 32,000)
- AEOS R7 has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 4 fps)
- 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
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EOS R7
132 × 90 × 92 mm
612 g (1.35 lb / 21.59 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
GR IV Monochrome
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 Monochrome.
EOS R7 is 350 g heavier than GR IV Monochrome.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm EOS R7 · 33mm GR IV Monochrome
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R7
132 × 90 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
GR IV Monochrome
109 × 61 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R7
132 × 92 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
GR IV Monochrome
109 × 33 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R7
22.3 × 14.8 mm · APS-C
330 mm² area
GR IV Monochrome
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 Monochrome: 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, AAC, LPCM
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132, 90.4, 91.7
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
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 Monochrome
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)
409,600 vs 32,000 — higher is better
Weight
262 g vs 612 g — lower is better
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 59.94 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
- ✓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
GR IV Monochrome
Pros
- ✓Monochrome APS-C sensor
- ✓ISO 160-409600
- ✓5-axis SR
- ✓Red filter mode
Cons
- –Black-and-white only
- –Fixed lens
- –Full HD video only
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the EOS R7 and GR IV Monochrome at major authorized retailers.
Canon EOS R7
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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 GR IV Monochrome?
EOS R7 scores 9.0/10 versus 1.0/10 for GR IV Monochrome — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R7 and GR IV Monochrome?
EOS R7 is 32.5 MP and GR IV Monochrome is 25.74 MP, so the EOS R7 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R7 and GR IV Monochrome have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R7 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while GR IV Monochrome has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R7 or the GR IV Monochrome?
EOS R7 reaches 30 fps electronic. GR IV Monochrome reaches 4 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R7 and GR IV Monochrome?
EOS R7 weighs 612 g and GR IV Monochrome weighs 262 g, so the GR IV Monochrome is 350 g lighter.
Do the EOS R7 and GR IV Monochrome record 4K video?
EOS R7: 4K up to 59.94p. GR IV Monochrome: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R7 and GR IV Monochrome weather sealed?
EOS R7: Yes. GR IV Monochrome: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 660 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R7 and 250 shots for the GR IV Monochrome, giving the EOS R7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R7 launched at $1,499 and GR IV Monochrome at $2,199. The EOS R7 is $700 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 Ricoh press materials.