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Canon EOS RP — full-frame · 2019
Canon

Canon EOS RP

full-frame · 2019

80
/ 100
From $1,299
VS
Sony FX3 wins by 10
Sony FX3 — full-frame · 2021
Sony

Sony FX3

full-frame · 2021

90
/ 100
From $3,898
Specdex verdict

Sony FX3 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Canon EOS RP lands at 80 and Sony FX3 at 90. That puts Sony FX3 ahead by 10 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Canon EOS RP if…

  • ✓Mature system, great used market
  • ✓Proven lens lineup
  • ✓Often on sale

Pick Sony FX3 if…

  • ✓Current-gen AF system
  • ✓Proven lens ecosystem
  • ✓Strong video + stills balance
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Ergonomics

Tie

Compared on the ergonomics sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Photo

Sony FX3

Compared on the photo sub-score

Sony FX3 leads on photo (90 vs 80).

Autofocus

Sony FX3

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Sony FX3 leads on autofocus (88 vs 76).

Value for money

Canon EOS RP

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Canon EOS RP more score per dollar ($1,299 vs $3,898).

Canon EOS RP 80
vs
90 Sony FX3

Score breakdown

Canon EOS RP
80
photo 80
video 72
autofocus 76
ergonomics 86
Sony FX3
90
photo 90
video 86
autofocus 88
ergonomics 86

Specs side-by-side

Canon EOS RP versus Sony FX3 — full spec comparison
Spec Canon EOS RP Sony FX3
Format
full-frame
full-frame
Release year
2019
2021

Canon EOS RP

Pros
  • +Mature system, great used market
  • +Proven lens lineup
  • +Often on sale
Cons
  • −Older AF system
  • −Heavier than modern mirrorless
  • −Firmware updates trailed off

Sony FX3

Pros
  • +Current-gen AF system
  • +Proven lens ecosystem
  • +Strong video + stills balance
Cons
  • −Body price excludes lens
  • −Heavy for travel (flagship)
  • −Learning curve on menus

FAQ: Canon EOS RP vs Sony FX3

Which is better, Canon EOS RP or Sony FX3? +

Sony FX3 scores 90 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 10. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Canon EOS RP worth the price? +

At $1,299, Canon EOS RP delivers a Specdex score of 80 — strongest in ergonomics.

Is Sony FX3 worth the price? +

At $3,898, Sony FX3 delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in photo.

Does Canon EOS RP or Sony FX3 last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for photo, Canon EOS RP or Sony FX3? +

Sony FX3 — leads on photo (90 vs 80). Compared on the photo sub-score.

Which is better for autofocus, Canon EOS RP or Sony FX3? +

Sony FX3 — leads on autofocus (88 vs 76). Compared on the autofocus sub-score.