Sony Alpha a7R IIIA Black 2017
Canon EOS M M6 Mark II Black 2019
What Buyers Say
Sony Alpha a7R IIIA Black 2017
The Sony A7R III is overwhelmingly praised by users who have switched from other brands or upgraded within Sony. Reviewers highlight its 42-megapixel sensor, 10fps burst, excellent autofocus, and lightweight build as major advantages. The camera is described as a game-changer for professional work, street photography, and even sports, with fully customizable controls and 5-axis stabilization. All five reviews are 5-star, indicating very high satisfaction.
Pros
- 42-megapixel sensor
- 10fps burst shooting
- excellent autofocus
- lightweight and compact
- fully customizable controls
Cons
- No cons mentioned in reviews
Canon EOS M M6 Mark II Black 2019
The Canon EOS M6 Mark II is widely praised for its compact size, lightweight design, and excellent image quality, making it a favorite travel companion and a worthy upgrade from bulkier DSLRs. Users love the sharp photos, responsive touchscreen, and the ability to use existing EF lenses via an adapter. However, common complaints include the lack of in-body stabilization, no headphone jack for video monitoring, and the discontinued EOS M lens system. A few users also mention accidental video button presses and the need for a weather-sealed body.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight design
- Excellent image quality
- Sharp photos with high resolution
- Responsive touchscreen
- Compatible with EF/EF-S lenses via adapter
Cons
- No in-body image stabilization
- No headphone jack for video
- Discontinued EOS M lens system
- Accidental video button presses
- Not weather-sealed
Scores
Specifications
| Sony Alpha a7R IIIA | Canon EOS M M6 Mark II | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | aps-c |
| Megapixels | 42.400001525878906 MP★ | 32.5 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 | 100 |
| Processor | BIONZ X | DIGIC 8 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Phase Detection: 399Contrast Detection: 425 | Phase Detection: 5481 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓★ | — |
| Subject Detection | ✓★ | — |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 10 fps | 14 fps★ |
| Burst (Electronic) | — | 30 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | 1/8000 | 1/16000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 30 fps | 30 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 100 fps | 120 fps★ |
| 10-bit | ✗ | ✗ |
| Log Profile | ✓★ | — |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | XAVC S, AVCHD, MP4 | H.264/MP4 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 3.7M dots★ | 1.0M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.66 kg | 0.41 kg★ |
| Battery Life | 530 shots★ | 305 shots |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 | USB-C (USB 2.0) |
| HDMI | Micro-HDMI | Micro-HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Sony Alpha a7R IIIA Black 2017
- Strong display (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
Canon EOS M M6 Mark II Black 2019
- Strong af (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sensor (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong battery (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 8 of 10 usage categories and 7 of 33 specs.