Sony a7 vs Canon EOS Rebel SL1
This is a full comparison between the cameras Sony a7 and Canon EOS Rebel SL1. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Sony a7 is manufacturered by Sony but Canon EOS Rebel SL1 is from Canon. Both Sony and Canon are well known brands though.
These two camera models were both released 2013.Camera | Released |
Sony a7 | 2013 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL1 | 2013 |
Type of camera
Sony a7 is a Mirrorless camera while Canon EOS Rebel SL1 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Sony a7 has a "Sony Full Frame"-sensor while Canon EOS Rebel SL1 has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Sony a7 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Canon EOS Rebel SL1 | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Sony)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Sony a7 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS Rebel SL1 has 18 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Sony a7 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL1 |
18 MP
17915904 pixels 5184 x 3456 |
Sony a7 has a 34 % larger resolution than Canon EOS Rebel SL1. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Sony a7 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS Rebel SL1. Sony a7 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Canon EOS Rebel SL1 has 100 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Sony a7 | 100-25600 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL1 | 100-12800 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a7
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Rebel SL1
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Sony a7 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS Rebel SL1 can shoot up to 4 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Sony a7 | 5 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL1 | 4 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Sony a7 and Canon EOS Rebel SL1 can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Sony a7 weighs 474 gr (equal to 1.04 lb) which is 16% heavier than Canon EOS Rebel SL1 and its 407 gr (or 0.9 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Sony a7 | 474 gr 1.04 lb |
Canon EOS Rebel SL1 | 407 gr 0.9 lb |
Sony a7 vs Canon EOS Rebel SL1 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Sony a7 and Canon EOS Rebel SL1, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Sony a7 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL1 |
Name | Sony a7 | Canon EOS Rebel SL1 |
Manufacturer | Sony | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Sony a7 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL1 |
Release Year | 2013 | 2013 |
Release Date | 2013-10-16 | 2013-03-21 |
MSRP | 1699 USD | 799 USD |
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Camera Type |
Sony a7 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL1 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Sony a7 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL1 |
Sensor Size | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 5184 x 3456 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 18 MP |
Image Processor | Bionz X | DIGIC 5 |
Image |
Sony a7 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL1 |
ISO Range | 100 - 25600 | 100 - 12800 |
White Balance Presets | 10 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Sony a7 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL1 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 117 | 9 |
Lens Mount |
Sony E See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
Full frame No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Sony a7 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL1 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fixed |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1230000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | Xtra Fine LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.71× | 0.87× |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 0 |
Photography features |
Sony a7 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL1 |
Frames per second | 5 fps | 4 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 9 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Sony a7 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL1 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 AVCHD |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Sony a7 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL1 |
Memory Card |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Sony a7 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL1 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-In ( with NFC and wireless control via PlayMemories Mobile app) |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
Remote Control | Yes (wired) |
Optional via RC-6
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GPS | No |
Yes Optional via GP-E2 ![]() |
Body & Dimensions |
Sony a7 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL1 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-FW50 lithium-ion battery and charger
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Lithium-Ion LP-E12 rechargeable battery & charger
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Battery Life (CIPA) | 340 shots | 380 shots |
Width | 127 mm | 117 mm |
Height | 94 mm | 91 mm |
Depth | 48 mm | 69 mm |
Weight | 474 gram | 407 gram |