Canon EOS M M50 Black 2018
Sony a7R a7R V Black 2022
What Buyers Say
Canon EOS M M50 Black 2018
The Canon EOS M50 is overwhelmingly praised as a fantastic beginner mirrorless camera, especially for those upgrading from a phone or older camera. Users love its lightweight design, excellent image quality, and user-friendly features, making it ideal for vlogging, street photography, and general use. Verified buyers consistently highlight its value and ease of use, though some note the need for an external mic for better audio and an adapter for EF lenses.
Pros
- Excellent image quality
- Lightweight and portable design
- User-friendly for beginners
- Great value for money
- Versatile for vlogging and photography
Cons
- No headphone jack
- No built-in GPS
- Requires adapter for EF lenses
- 4K video has crop factor
- No cable release port
Sony a7R a7R V Black 2022
The Sony A7R V is overwhelmingly praised for its 61MP sensor, exceptional autofocus, and improved ergonomics like the flip-out screen. Users highlight its hybrid photo/video capabilities and image stabilization, though some note the weight increase and lack of open-gate recording as minor drawbacks. Overall, it's considered a top-tier camera for professionals and enthusiasts.
Pros
- 61MP sensor with high detail
- Exceptional autofocus performance
- Improved ergonomics and flip-out screen
- Excellent image stabilization
- Great hybrid photo/video capabilities
Cons
- Slightly heavier than A7 IV
- No open-gate recording
- Large file sizes for 8K RAW
- Minor weight increase noticeable
Scores
Specifications
| Canon EOS M M50 | Sony a7R a7R V | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Size | aps-c | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 24.100000381469727 MP | 61 MP★ |
| ISO Range | 100 | 100 |
| Processor | DIGIC 8 | BIONZ XR |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Contrast Detection: 143Phase Detection: 99 | Photo, VideoPhase Detection: 693 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Subject Detection | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 10 fps | 10 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | — | 7 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | 1/4000 | 1/8000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 8K★ |
| 4K FPS | 24 fps | 60 fps★ |
| 1080p FPS | 60 fps | 120 fps★ |
| 10-bit | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Log Profile | ✗ | ✓★ |
| RAW Video | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codec | H.264, H.265 | H.265/XAVC HS, H.264/XAVC S, H.264/XAVC S-I |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3.2"★ |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 2.4M dots | 9.4M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.13 kg★ | 0.72 kg |
| Battery Life | — | 440 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C 3.1/3.2 Gen 2 |
| HDMI | Micro HDMI★ | HDMI Output |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Canon EOS M M50 Black 2018
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong connectivity (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong stabilization (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Below average build (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
Sony a7R a7R V Black 2022
- Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong evf (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
Pricing
Canon EOS M M50 Black 2018 offers 2.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 99 overall, wins 9 of 10 usage categories and 15 of 33 specs.
