Canon EOS R EOS R5
Canon
94 Overall Score
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Sony Alpha ILCE7M5M Black 2022
Sony
95 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Canon EOS R EOS R5
No customer feedback yet
Sony Alpha ILCE7M5M Black 2022
92 out of 100 medium confidence 12 reviews
All 4 reviews give the Sony Alpha v (Sony A7V) top marks, calling it an amazing hybrid camera that is easy to use, especially for users upgrading from older DSLRs. The only minor wish expressed is for more lens options in the kit. The Q&A section does not provide additional user sentiment as all answers are incomplete.
Pros
- Amazing hybrid camera
- Easy to use and learn
- Great for upgrading from old DSLR
- Performs well for video work
Cons
- Limited lens options in kit
- Q&A answers incomplete
Ease of use 2
Upgrade suitability 1
Video performance 1
Hybrid capability 2
Lens options 1
Scores
Youtube
Beginner
Wedding Events
Video
Photography
Vlogging
Sports Wildlife
Product Photography
Travel
Streaming
Specifications
| Canon EOS R EOS R5 | Sony Alpha ILCE7M5M | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | BSI CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 45 MP★ | 33 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 | 50★ |
| Processor | DIGIC X | BIONZ XR2 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Phase Detection: 1053 | — |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 12 fps | 30 fps★ |
| Burst (Electronic) | 20 fps | 30 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | 1/8000 | — |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 8K★ | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 120 fps | 120 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 120 fps | 240 fps★ |
| 10-bit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Log Profile | ✓★ | — |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | H.264, H.265, RAW | 4:2:2 10-bit, Long-GOP, All-Intra |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2" | 3.2" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 3.7M dots★ | 3.7M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.65 kg | 0.61 kg★ |
| Battery Life | 320 shots | 700 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 | USB-C |
| HDMI | Micro HDMI★ | HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Canon EOS R EOS R5
- Strong display (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong video (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong af (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
Sony Alpha ILCE7M5M Black 2022
- Strong display (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong af (96th percentile)96th %ile
Verdict
Tie
Both products are closely matched - Canon EOS R EOS R5 wins 6 specs while Sony Alpha ILCE7M5M wins 6.