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
Sony
Alpha 7R VI
66.8MP fully-stacked full-frame high-resolution body with 30fps bursts, 8K 30p, 4K 120p, and Sony's new BIONZ XR2 engine.
$4,499
Released Jun 2026
Alpha 7R VI is 4 years newer.
Wins
EOS R7
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
4 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 2,360,000)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher RAW buffer depth (150 frames vs 42 frames)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 32.5 MP)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 340 Mbps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
EOS R7
132 × 90 × 92 mm
612 g (1.35 lb / 21.59 oz)
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
EOS R7 is 1mm narrower and 7mm shorter than Alpha 7R VI but it is also 9mm thicker.
EOS R7 is 101 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm EOS R7 · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R7
132 × 90 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R7
132 × 92 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R7
22.3 × 14.8 mm · APS-C
330 mm² area
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
2.6× 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
Alpha 7R VI
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132, 90.4, 91.7
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
AA filter
Only EOS R7 supports it
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only EOS R7 supports it
Weather sealing
Only EOS R7 supports it
EVF magnification
1.15 × vs 0.9 × — higher is better
Weight
612 g vs 713 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
660 shots vs 600 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R VI
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -5 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.7, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SDXC UHS-II
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
150 frames vs 42 frames — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Resolution
66.8 MP vs 32.5 MP — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 32,000
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
- ✓In-body stabilization — Both support in-body stabilization
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
Alpha 7R VI
Pros
- ✓66.8MP fully-stacked Exmor RS sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free electronic burst
- ✓8K 30p and 4K 120p video
- ✓8.5-stop in-body stabilization
- ✓9.44M-dot HDR OLED EVF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Large files demand fast cards and storage
- –8K workflow can be heavy
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for travel, EOS R7 or Alpha 7R VI?
EOS R7 scores 8.5/10 versus 5.0/10 for Alpha 7R VI — 612g — compact and travel-friendly.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R7 and Alpha 7R VI?
EOS R7 is 32.5 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R7 and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R7 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R7 or the Alpha 7R VI?
EOS R7 reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R7 and Alpha 7R VI?
EOS R7 weighs 612 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the EOS R7 is 101 g lighter.
Do the EOS R7 and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
EOS R7: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the EOS R7 and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
EOS R7: Yes. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 660 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R7 and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the EOS R7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R7 launched at $1,499 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The EOS R7 is $3,000 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Sony press materials.