Sony
Sony Alpha 7 IV
33 MP full-frame · 4K60 · Hybrid
92
/ 100
From $2,498
VS
Canon
Canon EOS R5
full-frame · 2020
92
/ 100
From $3,899
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Sony Alpha 7 IV lands at 92 and Canon EOS R5 at 92. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Sony Alpha 7 IV if…
- ✓Great hybrid stills + video
- ✓Excellent AF with Real-time Tracking
- ✓Dual card slots
Pick Canon EOS R5 if…
- ✓Current-gen AF system
- ✓Proven lens ecosystem
- ✓Strong video + stills balance
Sony Alpha 7 IV 92
vs 92 Canon EOS R5
Score breakdown
Sony Alpha 7 IV
92 photo 94
video 90
autofocus 96
ergonomics 88
Canon EOS R5
92 photo 92
video 88
autofocus 90
ergonomics 86
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Sony Alpha 7 IV | Canon EOS R5 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | 33 MP Exmor R CMOS | — |
| Mount | Sony E | — |
| Video | 4K60 (Super35), 4K30 full-frame | — |
| Stabilization | 5-axis IBIS | — |
| Format | — | full-frame |
| Release year | — | 2020 |
Sony Alpha 7 IV
Pros
- +Great hybrid stills + video
- +Excellent AF with Real-time Tracking
- +Dual card slots
Cons
- −4K60 is Super 35 crop
- −Menus still dense
- −Heats with long 4K recording
Canon EOS R5
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: Sony Alpha 7 IV vs Canon EOS R5
Which is better, Sony Alpha 7 IV or Canon EOS R5? +
Both score 92 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Sony Alpha 7 IV worth the price? +
At $2,498, Sony Alpha 7 IV delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in autofocus.
Is Canon EOS R5 worth the price? +
At $3,899, Canon EOS R5 delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in photo.
Does Sony Alpha 7 IV or Canon EOS R5 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.