Canon EOS R EOS R7
Sony a a6400 Black
What Buyers Say
Canon EOS R EOS R7
The Canon EOS R7 is widely praised for its excellent autofocus, in-body image stabilization, and lightweight design, making it a favorite for wildlife and sports photography. However, many users report issues with shutter shock, inconsistent autofocus in certain conditions, and a lack of native RF-S lenses. The small body and button layout also draw criticism from those with larger hands, and some experienced reliability problems like the camera not turning on.
Pros
- Excellent autofocus and eye tracking
- In-body image stabilization (IBIS)
- Lightweight and compact design
- High resolution 32.5 MP sensor
- Great value for the price
Cons
- Shutter shock at slow speeds
- Inconsistent autofocus in some conditions
- Small body and cramped button layout
- Limited native RF-S lens selection
- No battery grip available
Sony a a6400 Black
This compact camera is praised for its lightweight design, excellent image quality, and fast autofocus, making it a great choice for beginners and travelers. However, battery life is a common concern, and some users were frustrated by the lack of a printed manual and confusion over optional kit accessories like batteries and memory cards.
Pros
- Lightweight and compact design
- Great image quality
- Fast autofocus speed
- Easy to use for beginners
- Touchscreen for easy focusing
Cons
- Short battery life
- No printed manual included
- Confusing optional kit accessories
- Menu design could be improved
Scores
Specifications
| Canon EOS R EOS R7 | Sony a a6400 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Size | aps-c | aps-c |
| Megapixels | 32.5 MP★ | 24.200000762939453 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 | 100 |
| Processor | DIGIC X | BIONZ X |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Photo, VideoPhase Detection: 651 | — |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓★ | — |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 15 fps★ | 11 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 30 fps★ | 8 fps |
| Max Shutter | 1/16000 | — |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 60 fps★ | 30 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 120 fps | 120 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | H.264, H.265 | XAVC S |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 2.4M dots | 2.4M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.53 kg★ | 2.04 kg |
| Battery Life | 660 shots★ | 410 shots |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C★ | Micro-USB |
| HDMI | Micro-HDMI | Micro HDMI★ |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Canon EOS R EOS R7
- Strong sensor (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong af (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Below average social proof (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
Sony a a6400 Black
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong sensor (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong af (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
Pricing
Canon EOS R EOS R7
Sony a a6400 Black
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 77 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 10 of 33 specs.
