Canon EOS R5 Mark II vs Sony A7R V
Verdict: Canon EOS R5 Mark II wins on video performance with 8K 60 RAW and 30 fps shutter (per Canon specs) while Sony A7R V excels in 61MP stills resolution and 8-stop stabilization (per Sony specs). Canon is the stronger hybrid choice released 2024-08 versus Sony's 2022-10 model. At $4299 versus $3900 MSRP, the Canon justifies the premium for users prioritizing video.
Canon EOS R5 Mark II lists at $4,299 while Sony A7R V lists at $3,900 — Sony A7R V undercuts Canon EOS R5 Mark II by $399 (10%).
Winner: Canon EOS R5 Mark II
Canon EOS R5 Mark II: 8.5/10
Sony A7R V: 7.5/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Canon EOS R5 Mark II | Sony A7R V | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Resolution | 45MP stacked BSI CMOS | 61MP full-frame |
| Video | 8K 60 RAW | 8K video recording |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel Intelligent AF | AI-based autofocus |
| Processor | DIGIC X with DIGIC Accelerator | BIONZ XR & AI Processing Unit |
Canon EOS R5 Mark II
What works
- 8K 60 RAW video capability
- 30 fps electronic shutter
- Newer 2024 release with updated AF
What doesn't
- Lower 45MP resolution than competitor
- Higher MSRP at $4299
Sony A7R V
What works
- Higher 61MP resolution
- 8-stop image stabilization
- Lower MSRP at $3900
What doesn't
- Older 2022 release
- No 8K 60 RAW support
Bottom line
Our pick: Canon EOS R5 Mark II.
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