Canon
EOS RP
Affordable full-frame RF entry with compact body and Dual Pixel AF for enthusiasts stepping up.
$999
Released Feb 2019
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 7.3 years newer.
Wins
EOS RP
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS RP has higher AF points / zones (4779 vs 759)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 5 fps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 25 fps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 2,360,000)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
EOS RP
133 × 85 × 70 mm
485 g (1.07 lb / 17.11 oz)
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
EOS RP is 12mm shorter and 13mm thinner than Alpha 7R VI.
EOS RP is 228 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 70mm EOS RP · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS RP
133 × 85 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 RP
133 × 70 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS RP
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS RP
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 RP
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.5, 85, 70
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
AF points / zones
4779 vs 759 — higher is better
AA filter
Only EOS RP supports it
Weight
485 g vs 713 g — lower is better
ISO max (native)
40,000 vs 32,000 — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 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
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
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
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 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 video, EOS RP or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R VI scores 8.0/10 versus 3.0/10 for EOS RP — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS RP and Alpha 7R VI?
EOS RP is 26.2 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 RP and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
EOS RP does not have IBIS, while alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS RP or the Alpha 7R VI?
EOS RP reaches 5 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS RP and Alpha 7R VI?
EOS RP weighs 485 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the EOS RP is 228 g lighter.
Do the EOS RP and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
EOS RP: 4K up to 25p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the EOS RP and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
EOS RP: No. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the EOS RP and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the EOS RP the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS RP launched at $999 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The EOS RP is $3,500 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Sony press materials.