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
ZV-1
The original Sony vlogging compact with a 1-inch stacked sensor, 24–70mm f/1.8–2.8 ZEISS lens, Real-time Eye AF, and side-flip screen.
$749
Launch priceReleased May 2020
EOS R7 is 2 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R7
Wins
ZV-1
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 Max video bit rate (340 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
- AEOS R7 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (660 shots vs 260 shots)
- AEOS R7 has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 12,800)
- BZV-1 has lower Weight (294 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
for scale
ZV-1
106 × 60 × 44 mm
294 g (0.65 lb / 10.37 oz)
EOS R7 is 27mm wider, 30mm taller, and 48mm thicker than ZV-1.
EOS R7 is 318 g heavier than ZV-1.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm EOS R7 · 44mm ZV-1
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
ZV-1
106 × 60 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
ZV-1
106 × 44 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R7
22.3 × 14.8 mm · APS-C
330 mm² area
ZV-1
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
ZV-1: 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
Max video bit rate
340 Mbps vs 100 Mbps — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
660 shots vs 260 shots — higher is better
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Reasons to choose
ZV-1
Codecs
Adds XAVC S, AVCHD
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 105.5, 60, 43.5
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I, Memory Stick Duo
Weight
294 g vs 612 g — lower is better
Burst (mechanical)
24 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
- ✓AF frame coverage — 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
ZV-1
Pros
- ✓1-inch stacked Exmor RS sensor with DRAM
- ✓24–70mm f/1.8–2.8 ZEISS zoom
- ✓Real-time Eye AF and Product Showcase
- ✓Side vari-angle LCD for vlogging
- ✓4K oversampled video and HFR slow-mo
Cons
- –Fixed 24–70mm zoom (no telephoto reach)
- –No built-in ND filter (unlike ZV-1 II)
- –No EVF
- –Short battery life for long shoots
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 ZV-1?
EOS R7 scores 5.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for ZV-1 — 32.5MP — ample resolution.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R7 and ZV-1?
EOS R7 is 32.5 MP and ZV-1 is 20.1 MP, so the EOS R7 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R7 and ZV-1 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R7 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while ZV-1 uses Optical SteadyShot + Active electronic (electronic).
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R7 or the ZV-1?
EOS R7 reaches 30 fps electronic. ZV-1 reaches 24 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R7 and ZV-1?
EOS R7 weighs 612 g and ZV-1 weighs 294 g, so the ZV-1 is 318 g lighter.
Do the EOS R7 and ZV-1 record 4K video?
EOS R7: 4K up to 59.94p. ZV-1: 4K up to 30p.
Are the EOS R7 and ZV-1 weather sealed?
EOS R7: Yes. ZV-1: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 660 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R7 and 260 shots for the ZV-1, giving the EOS R7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R7 launched at $1,499 and ZV-1 at $749. The ZV-1 is $750 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.