Canon EOS R8 Mark II vs Sony A7 IV

Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score

Verdict

Key takeaways

  • Sony A7 IV and Canon EOS R8 Mark II are closely matched overall (within 4 points).
  • Key differences: max video frame rate, where Canon EOS R8 Mark II has 180 vs 120 fps; burst speed (electronic), where Canon EOS R8 Mark II has 40 vs 10 fps; ISO max, where Canon EOS R8 Mark II has 102,400 vs 51,200; megapixels, where Sony A7 IV has 33 vs 24.2 MP; battery life (CIPA shots), where Sony A7 IV has 580 vs 340.
  • Best value: Canon EOS R8 Mark II (from $1,899) — the strongest score-per-dollar of the two.
Sony A7 IV and Canon EOS R8 Mark II are closely matched
Sony A7 IV · 65 overall, #21 of 39
71
Canon EOS R8 Mark II · 66 overall, #20 of 39
67
Key differences
  • Max Video Frame RateCanon EOS R8 Mark II 180 vs 120 fps
  • Burst SpeedCanon EOS R8 Mark II 40 vs 10 fps
  • ISO MaxCanon EOS R8 Mark II 102,400 vs 51,200
  • MegapixelsSony A7 IV 33 vs 24.2 MP
  • Battery LifeSony A7 IV 580 vs 340

Scores by Category

A7 IV wins 4 of 7 categories · EOS R8 Mark II wins 3

CategoryEOS R8 Mark IIA7 IVLead
Sensor
+3
Autofocus
+100
Video
+12
Performance
+29
Connectivity & Storage
+100
Physical & Battery
+14
Display & Viewfinder
+12

Physical Comparison

546 g658 g
EOS R8 Mark IIA7 IV

A7 IV is 112 g (21%) heavier than EOS R8 Mark II.

Value for Money

Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).

Detailed Specifications

Sensor

Feature
EOS R8 Mark II
A7 IV
Sensor Size
Megapixels
24.2 MP
33 MP36% more
Image Stabilization (IBIS)
Yes
Yes
ISO Max
102,400100% more
51,200

Autofocus

Feature
EOS R8 Mark II
A7 IV
AF Points
N/A
759

Video

Feature
EOS R8 Mark II
A7 IV
Max Video Resolution
3840 × 2160 px
3840 × 2160 px
Max Video Frame Rate
180 fps50% more
120 fps
Video Bit Depth
10
10

Performance

Feature
EOS R8 Mark II
A7 IV
Burst Speed (mechanical)
N/A
10 fps
Burst Speed (electronic)
40 fps300% more
10 fps

Display & Viewfinder

Feature
EOS R8 Mark II
A7 IV
LCD Size
3 in
3 in
LCD Resolution
1,620,00056% more
1,036,800
Viewfinder Resolution
2,360,000
3,686,40056% more

Connectivity & Storage

Feature
EOS R8 Mark II
A7 IV
Dual Card Slots
N/A
Yes
Weather Sealing
N/A
Yes

Physical & Battery

Feature
EOS R8 Mark II
A7 IV
Weight
546 g17% less
658 g
Battery Life (CIPA shots)
340
58071% more
Dimensions
13.14 × 9.00 × 7.97 cm
13.13 × 9.64 × 8.03 cm

Specification Note

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.

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