Sony Alpha A7R V vs Canon EOS R6 Mark III
Canon EOS R6 Mark III has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. The Alpha A7R V is the better pick for landscapes; the EOS R6 Mark III is better for wildlife, sports, vlogging.
Choose the Alpha A7R V for
- more resolution (61MP vs 32.5MP)
- stronger video (8K 24p)
- more lenses in our database (105 vs 36)
Choose the EOS R6 Mark III for
- faster bursts (40fps vs 10fps)
- a lighter body (699g vs 723g)
- a lower price (from £1,779)
- a newer design (2025)
Specs side by side
| Spec | Alpha A7R V | EOS R6 Mark III |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | Full frame, 61MP | Full frame, 32.5MP |
| Mount | Sony FE (full frame) | Canon RF (full frame) |
| Released | 2022 | 2025 |
| Burst | 10 fps | 40 fps |
| Readout | — | — |
| Max ISO | 32,000 | 64,000 |
| Stabilisation | In-body | In-body |
| Video | 8K 24p | 7K open gate |
| Weather sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Weight | 723 g | 699 g |
| Battery | Sony NP-FZ100 | Canon LP-E6P |
| Card slots | 2×CFexpress A/SD | CFexpress B + SD (UHS-II) |
| New price | £2,999 | £2,799 |
| Used at MPB | £1,859–2,149 | £1,779–2,029 |
| 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 | About equal |
| Portraits | About equal |
| Landscape | Alpha A7R V |
| Wildlife & animals | EOS R6 Mark III |
| Sports & action | EOS R6 Mark III |
| Astrophotography | About equal |
| Vlogging & video | EOS R6 Mark III |
| 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 A7R V uses Sony E / FE (105 lenses in our database, 82 third-party) and the EOS R6 Mark III uses Canon RF / RF-S (36 lenses, 14 third-party). Batteries: Sony NP-FZ100 (about £65) vs Canon LP-E6P (about £99).
Alpha A7R V compatible lenses → · EOS R6 Mark III compatible lenses → ·
Frequently asked questions
Is the Sony Alpha A7R V better than the Canon EOS R6 Mark III?
It depends on your priorities. The Alpha A7R V offers more resolution (61MP vs 32.5MP), stronger video (8K 24p), more lenses in our database (105 vs 36); the EOS R6 Mark III offers faster bursts (40fps vs 10fps), a lighter body (699g vs 723g), a lower price (from £1,779).
Which is better for video, the Alpha A7R V or the EOS R6 Mark III?
The Alpha A7R V is stronger for video: Alpha A7R V records 8K 24p, EOS R6 Mark III records 7K open gate.
Which is cheaper, the Alpha A7R V or the EOS R6 Mark III?
The Alpha A7R V costs £2,999 new and from £1,859 used at MPB; the EOS R6 Mark III costs £2,799 new and from £1,779 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Sony Alpha A7R V lenses on the EOS R6 Mark III?
Not directly. The Alpha A7R V uses Sony E / FE and the EOS R6 Mark III uses Canon RF / RF-S; switching usually means new lenses or an adapter where one exists.