Canon
EOS RP
Affordable full-frame RF entry with compact body and Dual Pixel AF for enthusiasts stepping up.
$999
Launch priceReleased Feb 2019
Sony
Alpha 7 V
33MP partially stacked Exmor RS hybrid with BIONZ XR2 AI, 30fps blackout-free burst, 7.5-stop IBIS, and 4K 60p oversampled from 7K.
$2,899
Launch priceReleased Dec 2025
Alpha 7 V is 6.8 years newer.
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Wins
EOS RP
Wins
Alpha 7 V
3 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7 V has higher IBIS effectiveness (7.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- AEOS RP has higher AF points / zones (4779 vs 759)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 5 fps)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 25 fps)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
EOS RP
133 × 85 × 70 mm
485 g (1.07 lb / 17.11 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7 V
130 × 96 × 82 mm
695 g (1.53 lb / 24.52 oz)
EOS RP is 11mm shorter and 12mm thinner than Alpha 7 V but it is also 2mm wider.
EOS RP is 210 g lighter than Alpha 7 V.
Depth (front-to-back): 70mm EOS RP · 82mm Alpha 7 V
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS RP
133 × 85 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 V
130 × 96 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS RP
133 × 70 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 V
130 × 82 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS RP
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Alpha 7 V
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS RP
Canon RF
105+
native lenses available
Alpha 7 V
✓ 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 RP
AF low-light limit
-5 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.5, 85, 70
AF points / zones
4779 vs 759 — higher is better
Weight
485 g vs 695 g — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Vehicle
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 630 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7 V
IBIS effectiveness
7.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130.3, 96.4, 82.4
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 5 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 25 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Insect, Car, Train…
Animal / bird AF
Only Alpha 7 V supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓EVF magnification — Both 0.78 ×
- ✓EVF refresh rate — Both 120 Hz
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS RP
Pros
- ✓Lowest-cost Canon full-frame RF
- ✓Compact and light
- ✓Dual Pixel AF
- ✓Fully articulating screen
Cons
- –4K video crop
- –Single card slot
- –No IBIS
Alpha 7 V
Pros
- ✓33MP partially stacked sensor — ~4.5× faster readout than α7 IV
- ✓Blackout-free 30 fps with full AF/AE (electronic shutter)
- ✓7.5-stop central / 6.5-stop peripheral IBIS (CIPA 2024)
- ✓759-point phase-detect AF down to EV -4 with AI subject recognition
- ✓7K oversampled 4K 60p (full-frame, no pixel binning) + 4K 120p
- ✓Pre-Capture and dual USB-C (10 Gbps + USB 2.0)
- ✓Up to 16 stops dynamic range
Cons
- –Premium price vs α7 IV
- –4K 120p typically requires APS-C / Super 35 crop
- –Heavier than α7 IV (695 g vs 659 g with battery)
- –Complex menu and feature set
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 wildlife, EOS RP or Alpha 7 V?
Alpha 7 V scores 10.0/10 versus 3.5/10 for EOS RP — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS RP and Alpha 7 V?
EOS RP is 26.2 MP and Alpha 7 V is 33 MP, so the Alpha 7 V captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS RP and Alpha 7 V have in-body image stabilization?
EOS RP does not have IBIS, while alpha 7 V has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS RP or the Alpha 7 V?
EOS RP reaches 5 fps electronic. Alpha 7 V reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS RP and Alpha 7 V?
EOS RP weighs 485 g and Alpha 7 V weighs 695 g, so the EOS RP is 210 g lighter.
Do the EOS RP and Alpha 7 V record 4K video?
EOS RP: 4K up to 25p. Alpha 7 V: 4K up to 120p.
Are the EOS RP and Alpha 7 V weather sealed?
EOS RP: No. Alpha 7 V: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the EOS RP and 630 shots for the Alpha 7 V, giving the EOS RP the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS RP launched at $999 and Alpha 7 V at $2,899. The EOS RP is $1,900 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Sony press materials.