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
Sony
PXW-Z200
AI-powered XDCAM with 1-inch Exmor RS sensor, 20x G Lens zoom, 4K60/120p, 12G-SDI, XAVC MXF, variable ND, and RTMP/SRT streaming.
$3,999
Launch priceReleased Sep 2024
PXW-Z200 is 2.3 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R7
Wins
PXW-Z200
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R7 has lower Weight (612 g vs 1960 g)
- BPXW-Z200 has higher RAW buffer depth (120 frames vs 42 frames)
- AEOS R7 has higher Resolution (32.5 MP vs 14 MP)
- AEOS R7 has higher Burst (mechanical) (15 fps vs 8 fps)
- AEOS R7 has higher Max video bit rate (340 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
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
for scale
PXW-Z200
176 × 201 × 371 mm
1960 g (4.32 lb / 69.14 oz)
EOS R7 is 44mm narrower, 111mm shorter, and 279mm thinner than PXW-Z200.
EOS R7 is 1348 g lighter than PXW-Z200.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm EOS R7 · 371mm PXW-Z200
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
PXW-Z200
176 × 201 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
PXW-Z200
176 × 371 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R7
22.3 × 14.8 mm · APS-C
330 mm² area
PXW-Z200
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1″
116 mm² area
2.8× 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
PXW-Z200: 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
Codecs
Adds H.265, AAC, LPCM
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132, 90.4, 91.7
Weight
612 g vs 1960 g — lower is better
Resolution
32.5 MP vs 14 MP — higher is better
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only EOS R7 supports it
Weather sealing
Only EOS R7 supports it
Burst (mechanical)
15 fps vs 8 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
PXW-Z200
Codecs
Adds XAVC MXF, XAVC S-I, XAVC HS…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 175.6, 201.3, 371.1
RAW buffer depth
120 frames vs 42 frames — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
120 fps vs 100 fps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 59.94 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓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
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
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
PXW-Z200
Pros
- ✓12G-SDI + timecode in/out for broadcast
- ✓XAVC MXF / XAVC S-I / XAVC HS codecs
- ✓AI subject recognition AF + auto framing
- ✓4K up to 60p / 120p slow motion
- ✓Variable ND (1/4–1/128) + S-Cinetone
Cons
- –Premium over HXR-NX800
- –Heavy at 1.96 kg body-only
- –Some MXF features require firmware 2.0+
- –C3 Portal streaming is paid add-on
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the EOS R7 and PXW-Z200 at major authorized retailers.
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for travel, EOS R7 or PXW-Z200?
EOS R7 scores 8.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for PXW-Z200 — 612g — compact and travel-friendly.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R7 and PXW-Z200?
EOS R7 is 32.5 MP and PXW-Z200 is 14 MP, so the EOS R7 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R7 and PXW-Z200 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R7 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while PXW-Z200 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R7 or the PXW-Z200?
EOS R7 reaches 30 fps electronic. PXW-Z200 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R7 and PXW-Z200?
EOS R7 weighs 612 g and PXW-Z200 weighs 1960 g, so the EOS R7 is 1348 g lighter.
Do the EOS R7 and PXW-Z200 record 4K video?
EOS R7: 4K up to 59.94p. PXW-Z200: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R7 and PXW-Z200 weather sealed?
EOS R7: Yes. PXW-Z200: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 660 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R7 and 640 shots for the PXW-Z200, giving the EOS R7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R7 launched at $1,499 and PXW-Z200 at $3,999. The EOS R7 is $2,500 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Sony press materials.