Sony a7 a7CR Black
Canon EOS R R3 Black 2021
What Buyers Say
Sony a7 a7CR Black
The Sony A7CR is overwhelmingly praised for its compact full-frame body, exceptional 61MP sensor, and class-leading autofocus. Users highlight its versatility for street, landscape, and wildlife photography, often comparing it favorably to higher-end models like the A7RV. Minor criticisms include a loud shutter and dim electronic viewfinder, but overall it is considered a top-tier travel and everyday camera.
Pros
- Compact full-frame body
- Excellent 61MP sensor
- Superb autofocus performance
- Great image quality
- Versatile for multiple genres
Cons
- Loud shutter sound
- Dim electronic viewfinder
- No in-camera pixel shift combining
- Small viewfinder size
- Low resolution rear screen
Canon EOS R R3 Black 2021
The Canon EOS R3 is widely praised for its blazing-fast autofocus, excellent ergonomics, and robust build quality, making it a top choice for sports and action photographers. Many users highlight the impressive 30fps electronic shutter, superb low-light performance, and natural color reproduction. However, some reviewers report occasional freezing issues, a learning curve for the eye-control AF, and a desire for higher megapixels. The camera's value has improved with recent price drops, though a few note it lacks some pro features found in the 1D X series.
Pros
- Blazing-fast autofocus
- Excellent ergonomics and build quality
- Impressive 30fps electronic shutter
- Superb low-light performance
- Natural color reproduction
Cons
- Occasional freezing issues
- Eye-control AF has learning curve
- Desire for higher megapixels
- Mixed memory card slots (CFexpress + SD)
- Some find body too small for 1-series hands
Scores
Specifications
| Sony a7 a7CR | Canon EOS R R3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | Exmor R BSI CMOS | CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 61 MP★ | 24.100000381469727 MP |
| ISO Range | 50★ | 100 |
| Processor | BIONZ XR | DIGIC X |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Photo, VideoPhase Detection: 693 | Phase Detection: 1053 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 8 fps | 12 fps★ |
| Burst (Electronic) | 7 fps | 30 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | 1/8000 | 1/64000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 6K★ |
| 4K FPS | 60 fps | 120 fps★ |
| 1080p FPS | 120 fps★ | 100 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I | H.264, H.265 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3.2"★ |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 2.4M dots | 5.8M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.43 kg★ | 0.82 kg |
| Battery Life | 490 shots★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C |
| HDMI | Micro-HDMI | Micro-HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Sony a7 a7CR Black
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong battery (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong af (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Below average social proof (24th percentile)
Canon EOS R R3 Black 2021
- Strong af (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong video (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong evf (96th percentile)96th %ile
Pricing
Sony a7 a7CR Black offers 1.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 84 overall, wins 3 of 10 usage categories and 5 of 33 specs.
