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Canon EOS R50 VvsSony a7 IV: Which Should You Buy?

The Canon EOS R50 V and the Sony a7 IV are digital cameras built for creators who shoot both stills and video. The choice between them comes down to sensor size, professional handling features, and the vastly different budget required for each system.

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Biggest differences

  • Launch price

    Canon EOS R50 V leads

    3.85×

    lower is better

    • Canon EOS R50 V649 USD
    • Sony a7 IV2,499.99 USD

  • Memory card slots

    Sony a7 IV leads

    2×

    higher is better

    • Canon EOS R50 V1 slots
    • Sony a7 IV2 slots

  • Weight

    Canon EOS R50 V leads

    −44%

    lower is better

    • Canon EOS R50 V370 g
    • Sony a7 IV658 g

  • Continuous shooting (electronic)

    Canon EOS R50 V leads

    +50%

    higher is better

    • Canon EOS R50 V15 fps
    • Sony a7 IV10 fps

Where each one wins

  • Canon EOS R50 V

    • Launch price
    • Continuous shooting (mechanical)
    • Continuous shooting (electronic)
    • Screen size
    • Weight
    • Width
    • Height
    • Depth

  • Sony a7 IV

    • Effective pixels
    • Sensor format
    • Native ISO maximum
    • Max mechanical shutter speed
    • 4K max frame rate
    • 4K max frame rate (full width)
    • Viewfinder resolution
    • Battery life
    • Memory card slots
    • Weather sealing
    • HDMI port type

What both have

  • Sensor typeCMOS
  • Max video resolution4K
  • Video bit depth10 bit
  • Log profile support✓
  • Screen articulationFully articulated
  • Rear screen resolution1.04 M dots
  • USB charging & power delivery✓
  • Minimum operating temperature0 °C
  • Headphone port✓

Every spec

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SpecCanon EOS R50 VSony a7 IV
Overview

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Overview specs

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Release date2025-042021-10
Launch price649 USD2,499.99 USD
Lens mountCanon RFSony E
High resolution pixel-shift modeNot publishedNo
Sensor & Image

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Sensor & Image specs

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Effective pixels24.2 MP33 MP
Sensor formatAPS-CFull-frame
Native ISO maximum32,000 ISO51,200 ISO1
In-body image stabilizationNot published5.5 stops2
Sensor readout speedNot publishedNot published
Sensor typeCMOSCMOS
Aspect ratios3:2, 4:3, 1:1, 16:93:2
Lens & Autofocus

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Lens & Autofocus specs

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Continuous shooting (mechanical)12 fps10 fps3
Continuous shooting (electronic)15 fps10 fps
Max mechanical shutter speed4,000 1/s8,000 1/s
Pre-burst capture durationNot publishedNot published
AF subject detectionHuman, animal, vehicleHuman, animal, bird
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Max video resolution4K4K
4K max frame rate59.94 fps60 fps4
Video codecsH.264, HEVC, XF-AVC, XF-HEVCH.264, HEVC
4K max frame rate (full width)29.97 fps530 fps6
Raw video recordingNot publishedNone7
Video bit depth10 bit10 bit
Log profile supportYesYes
Video dynamic range (log)Not published15 stops8
Viewfinder & Screen

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Viewfinder & Screen specs

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Viewfinder resolution0 M dots93.69 M dots
Viewfinder magnificationNot published0.78 x
Screen size3 in2.95 in10
Screen articulationFully articulatedFully articulated
Rear screen resolution1.04 M dots1.04 M dots11
Handling & Power

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Handling & Power specs

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Battery life480 shots12580 shots13
Memory card slots1 slots2 slots
Weather sealingNoneDust and drip resistant14
Weight370 g658 g
Width119.3 mm131.3 mm
Height73.7 mm96.4 mm
Depth45.2 mm69.7 mm15
USB charging & power deliveryYes16Yes17
Minimum operating temperature0 °C0 °C
Headphone portYesYes
HDMI port typeMicroFull-size
Notes on 17 values — test conditions and caveats
  1. 1Sony a7 IV, Native ISO maximum: Native range tops out at ISO 51200; 50-204800 requires expanded ISO settings.
  2. 2Sony a7 IV, In-body image stabilization: CIPA rating measured with the 50mm F1.4 ZA test lens attached.
  3. 3Sony a7 IV, Continuous shooting (mechanical): 10 fps applies to compressed RAW/JPEG/HEIF; drops to 6 fps for lossless or uncompressed RAW.
  4. 4Sony a7 IV, 4K max frame rate: 4K 60p is only available in Super35mm crop; full-frame 4K tops out at 30p.
  5. 5Canon EOS R50 V, 4K max frame rate (full width): Full-width 4K tops out at 29.97 fps; 4K 50p/60p uses a crop to 64% of the sensor's horizontal area.
  6. 6Sony a7 IV, 4K max frame rate (full width): 4K 60p requires the Super35mm crop; full-width 4K is limited to 30p.
  7. 7Sony a7 IV, Raw video recording: No internal or external raw recording; HDMI output tops out at 10-bit 4:2:2.
  8. 8Sony a7 IV, Video dynamic range (log): Sony's claim for S-Log3 per internal tests; stated as 15+ stops.
  9. 9Canon EOS R50 V, Viewfinder resolution: The EOS R50 V has no built-in electronic viewfinder; framing is done on the rear screen only.
  10. 10Sony a7 IV, Screen size: Sony rates the panel at 2.95in (3.0-type); most sources round to 3in.
  11. 11Sony a7 IV, Rear screen resolution: 1,036,800 dots; Sony's retail pages round this to 1.03 megadots.
  12. 12Canon EOS R50 V, Battery life: Canon's CIPA rating uses the supplied LP-E17 battery with the LCD in power-saving mode.
  13. 13Sony a7 IV, Battery life: 580 shots per charge with the rear LCD; 520 with the EVF.
  14. 14Sony a7 IV, Weather sealing: Dust and moisture resistant but not IP-rated; Sony does not guarantee 100% sealing.
  15. 15Sony a7 IV, Depth: Sony lists 79.8mm total depth; 69.7mm is measured from front grip to rear monitor.
  16. 16Canon EOS R50 V, USB charging & power delivery: USB charging requires a genuine (authenticated) Canon battery; unauthenticated batteries will not charge over USB.
  17. 17Sony a7 IV, USB charging & power delivery: Charging and USB power delivery work only through the USB Type-C port.

Image Quality and Sensor

The Sony a7 IV features a full-frame sensor with 33 MP, capturing significantly more detail and performing better in low light than the 24.2 MP APS-C sensor on the Canon EOS R50 V. The Sony also offers a higher native ISO maximum of 51,200.

For photographers and videographers wanting maximum dynamic range and background blur, the larger sensor on the Sony is the clear winner, though it adds bulk to the kit.

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Image Quality and Sensor

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Video and Shooting Speed

Both cameras shoot 4K video with 10-bit color and log profile support, but they handle high frame rates differently. The Canon achieves faster continuous shooting at up to 15 fps electronically, making it nimble for quick action.

The Sony reaches 4K at 60 fps only with a Super35mm crop, whereas full-width 4K tops out at 30p on both models. The Sony adds professional depth with 15 stops of video dynamic range in S-Log3.

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Video and Shooting Speed

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Handling and Body Design

Weighing just 370 g and measuring 119.3 mm wide, the Canon EOS R50 V is remarkably compact and easy to carry all day. It lacks weather sealing and features a single memory card slot, relying on a fully articulated screen and no built-in electronic viewfinder.

In contrast, the Sony a7 IV weighs 658 g, includes dust and drip resistance, dual memory card slots, a full-size HDMI port, and a high-resolution electronic viewfinder with 3.69 M dots for precise framing in bright sunlight.

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The Verdict

Buy the Canon EOS R50 V if you want a lightweight, affordable setup for everyday content creation. Buy the Sony a7 IV if you need professional full-frame image quality, dual card slots, and robust weather sealing.

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FAQ

Does either camera include in-body image stabilization?

The Sony a7 IV features 5.5 stops of in-body image stabilization, while the stabilization data for the Canon EOS R50 V is not published.

Can I charge both cameras via USB?

Yes, both support USB charging and power delivery, though the Canon requires a genuine authenticated battery to charge over USB.

What lens mounts do these cameras use?

The Canon EOS R50 V uses the Canon RF mount, and the Sony a7 IV uses the Sony E mount.

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