Sony Alpha A7 IV vs Canon EOS R6 Mark II
Canon EOS R6 Mark II has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. The Alpha A7 IV is the better pick for travel, landscapes, vlogging; the EOS R6 Mark II is better for wildlife, sports, astrophotography.
Choose the Alpha A7 IV for
- more resolution (33MP vs 24MP)
- a lighter body (658g vs 670g)
- a lower price (from £1,059)
- more lenses in our database (105 vs 36)
Choose the EOS R6 Mark II for
- faster bursts (40fps vs 10fps)
- faster sensor readout (≈16ms vs ≈65ms)
- better low-light performance
- stronger video (4K 60p)
- a newer design (2022)
Specs side by side
| Spec | Alpha A7 IV | EOS R6 Mark II |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | Full frame, 33MP | Full frame, 24MP |
| Mount | Sony FE (full frame) | Canon RF (full frame) |
| Released | 2021 | 2022 |
| Burst | 10 fps | 40 fps |
| Readout | ≈65 ms | ≈16 ms |
| Max ISO | 51,200 | 102,400 |
| Stabilisation | In-body | In-body |
| Video | 4K 60p (crop) | 4K 60p |
| Weather sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Weight | 658 g | 670 g |
| Battery | Sony NP-FZ100 | Canon LP-E6NH |
| Card slots | CFexpress A/SD + SD | 2× SD (UHS-II) |
| New price | £1,799 | £1,699 |
| Used at MPB | £1,059–1,249 | £1,369–1,619 |
| Native lenses in our database | 105 (82 third-party) | 36 (14 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | About equal |
| Everyday & travel | Alpha A7 IV |
| Portraits | About equal |
| Landscape | Alpha A7 IV |
| Wildlife & animals | EOS R6 Mark II |
| Sports & action | EOS R6 Mark II |
| Astrophotography | EOS R6 Mark II |
| Vlogging & video | Alpha A7 IV |
| Vintage / film look | About equal |
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 Alpha A7 IV uses Sony E / FE (105 lenses in our database, 82 third-party) and the EOS R6 Mark II uses Canon RF / RF-S (36 lenses, 14 third-party). Batteries: Sony NP-FZ100 (about £65) vs Canon LP-E6NH.
Alpha A7 IV compatible lenses → · EOS R6 Mark II compatible lenses → ·
Frequently asked questions
Is the Sony Alpha A7 IV better than the Canon EOS R6 Mark II?
It depends on your priorities. The Alpha A7 IV offers more resolution (33MP vs 24MP), a lighter body (658g vs 670g), a lower price (from £1,059); the EOS R6 Mark II offers faster bursts (40fps vs 10fps), faster sensor readout (≈16ms vs ≈65ms), better low-light performance.
Which is better for video, the Alpha A7 IV or the EOS R6 Mark II?
The EOS R6 Mark II is stronger for video: Alpha A7 IV records 4K 60p (crop), EOS R6 Mark II records 4K 60p.
Which is cheaper, the Alpha A7 IV or the EOS R6 Mark II?
The Alpha A7 IV costs £1,799 new and from £1,059 used at MPB; the EOS R6 Mark II costs £1,699 new and from £1,369 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Sony Alpha A7 IV lenses on the EOS R6 Mark II?
Not directly. The Alpha A7 IV uses Sony E / FE and the EOS R6 Mark II uses Canon RF / RF-S; switching usually means new lenses or an adapter where one exists.