Canon EOS R R7
Sony Alpha a6000 black 2019
What Buyers Say
Canon EOS R 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 Alpha a6000 black 2019
The Sony a6000 is widely praised for its excellent image quality, compact size, and fast autofocus, making it a great value for both beginners and enthusiasts. Many users appreciate its lightweight design and extensive customization options, though some report issues with battery life, menu complexity, and occasional hardware failures after extended use. Overall, it remains a highly recommended mirrorless camera for still photography, especially at its current price point.
Pros
- Excellent image quality
- Compact and lightweight design
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Great value for money
- Interchangeable lens system
Cons
- Poor battery life
- Battery drains when camera is off
- No in-body image stabilization
- No weather sealing
- Complex menu system
Scores
Specifications
| Canon EOS R R7 | Sony Alpha a6000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Size | aps-c | aps-c |
| Megapixels | 32.5 MP★ | 24.299999237060547 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 | 100 |
| Processor | DIGIC X | BIONZ X |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Photo, VideoPhase Detection: 651 | Phase Detection: 179Contrast Detection: 25 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Subject Detection | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 30 fps★ | 11 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 30 fps★ | — |
| Max Shutter | 1/16000 | 1/4000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K★ | 1080p |
| 4K FPS | 60 fps | 60 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 120 fps★ | 60 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★ | 1.4M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.53 kg | 0.28 kg★ |
| Battery Life | 660 shots★ | 310 shots |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓★ | ✗ |
| USB | USB-C★ | Micro USB |
| HDMI | Micro-HDMI | HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Canon EOS R R7
- Strong sensor (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average social proof (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (16th percentile)16th %ile
Sony Alpha a6000 black 2019
- Strong sensor (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong battery (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong af (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Below average build (9th percentile)9th %ile
Pricing
Canon EOS R R7
Sony Alpha a6000 black 2019
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 80 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 16 of 33 specs.
