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
RX100 VII
Premium 1-inch pocket camera with 24–200mm zoom and real-time tracking AF.
$1,299
Launch priceReleased Aug 2019
EOS R7 is 2.8 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R7
Wins
RX100 VII
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R7 has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- AEOS R7 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (660 shots vs 260 shots)
- AEOS R7 has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 12,800)
- AEOS R7 has higher Max video bit rate (340 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- BRX100 VII has lower Weight (302 g vs 612 g)
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
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RX100 VII
102 × 58 × 43 mm
302 g (0.67 lb / 10.65 oz)
EOS R7 is 30mm wider, 32mm taller, and 49mm thicker than RX100 VII.
EOS R7 is 310 g heavier than RX100 VII.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm EOS R7 · 43mm RX100 VII
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
RX100 VII
102 × 58 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R7
132 × 92 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
RX100 VII
102 × 43 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R7
22.3 × 14.8 mm · APS-C
330 mm² area
RX100 VII
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
RX100 VII: 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
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132, 90.4, 91.7
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Battery life (CIPA)
660 shots vs 260 shots — higher is better
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Max video bit rate
340 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
RX100 VII
Codecs
Adds XAVC S, AVCHD, H.264
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 101.6, 58.1, 42.8
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I, Memory Stick Duo
Weight
302 g vs 612 g — lower is better
RAW buffer depth
60 frames vs 42 frames — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
20 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
120 fps vs 100 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
- ✓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
RX100 VII
Pros
- ✓Pocketable zoom range
- ✓Real-time Eye AF
- ✓Great travel camera
Cons
- –1-inch sensor
- –Expensive
- –Small controls
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, EOS R7 or RX100 VII?
EOS R7 scores 5.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for RX100 VII — 32.5MP — ample resolution.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R7 and RX100 VII?
EOS R7 is 32.5 MP and RX100 VII is 20.1 MP, so the EOS R7 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R7 and RX100 VII have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R7 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while RX100 VII does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R7 or the RX100 VII?
EOS R7 reaches 30 fps electronic. RX100 VII reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R7 and RX100 VII?
EOS R7 weighs 612 g and RX100 VII weighs 302 g, so the RX100 VII is 310 g lighter.
Do the EOS R7 and RX100 VII record 4K video?
EOS R7: 4K up to 59.94p. RX100 VII: 4K up to 30p.
Are the EOS R7 and RX100 VII weather sealed?
EOS R7: Yes. RX100 VII: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 660 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R7 and 260 shots for the RX100 VII, giving the EOS R7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R7 launched at $1,499 and RX100 VII at $1,299. The RX100 VII is $200 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.