Canon EOS R7 vs Sony Alpha A6700
Sony Alpha A6700 has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. the Alpha A6700 is better for travel, portraits, vlogging, a film look.
Choose the EOS R7 for
- more resolution (32.5MP vs 26MP)
- faster bursts (30fps vs 11fps)
- a lower price (from £664)
Choose the Alpha A6700 for
- faster sensor readout (≈20ms vs ≈65ms)
- a lighter body (493g vs 612g)
- stronger video (4K 120p (crop))
- more lenses in our database (105 vs 36)
- a newer design (2023)
Specs side by side
| Spec | EOS R7 | Alpha A6700 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | APS-C, 32.5MP | APS-C, 26MP |
| Mount | Canon RF-S (APS-C) | Sony E (APS-C) |
| Released | 2022 | 2023 |
| Burst | 30 fps | 11 fps |
| Readout | ≈65 ms | ≈20 ms |
| Max ISO | 32,000 | 32,000 |
| Stabilisation | In-body | In-body |
| Video | 4K 60p | 4K 120p (crop) |
| Weather sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Weight | 612 g | 493 g |
| Battery | Canon LP-E6NH | Sony NP-FZ100 |
| Card slots | 2× SD (UHS-II) | SD (UHS-II) |
| New price | £1,049 | £1,329 |
| Used at MPB | £664–949 | £1,089–1,219 |
| Native lenses in our database | 36 (14 third-party) | 105 (82 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | About equal |
| Everyday & travel | Alpha A6700 |
| Portraits | Alpha A6700 |
| Landscape | About equal |
| Wildlife & animals | About equal |
| Sports & action | About equal |
| Astrophotography | About equal |
| Vlogging & video | Alpha A6700 |
| Vintage / film look | Alpha A6700 |
Based on the specs that matter most for each type of photography: burst and readout for action, resolution for landscapes, sensor size and low light for portraits and astro, video and weight for vlogging.
Lenses and running costs
The EOS R7 uses Canon RF / RF-S (36 lenses in our database, 14 third-party) and the Alpha A6700 uses Sony E / FE (105 lenses, 82 third-party). Batteries: Canon LP-E6NH vs Sony NP-FZ100 (about £65).
EOS R7 compatible lenses → · Alpha A6700 compatible lenses → ·
Frequently asked questions
Is the Canon EOS R7 better than the Sony Alpha A6700?
It depends on your priorities. The EOS R7 offers more resolution (32.5MP vs 26MP), faster bursts (30fps vs 11fps), a lower price (from £664); the Alpha A6700 offers faster sensor readout (≈20ms vs ≈65ms), a lighter body (493g vs 612g), stronger video (4K 120p (crop)).
Which is better for video, the EOS R7 or the Alpha A6700?
The Alpha A6700 is stronger for video: EOS R7 records 4K 60p, Alpha A6700 records 4K 120p (crop).
Which is cheaper, the EOS R7 or the Alpha A6700?
The EOS R7 costs £1,049 new and from £664 used at MPB; the Alpha A6700 costs £1,329 new and from £1,089 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Canon EOS R7 lenses on the Alpha A6700?
Not directly. The EOS R7 uses Canon RF / RF-S and the Alpha A6700 uses Sony E / FE; switching usually means new lenses or an adapter where one exists.