EOS R10vs Sigma fpvs A7 IV
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Sigma fp (2019)
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Which should you buy?
Beginners & Vlogging — EOS R10 (2022): Canon's most affordable RF body — Dual Pixel AF and a vari-angle screen in a compact, lightweight package.
Creative Filmmakers & Experimental Photographers — Sigma fp (2019): The smallest full-frame camera in the world — Cinema DNG RAW and L-mount flexibility in a pocket-sized body that rewards creative shooters.
Portrait & Wedding Photography — A7 IV (2021): The full-frame portrait benchmark — 33MP, AI Eye AF, and exceptional skin-tone rendering in a pro-grade hybrid body.
Who should buy what
EOS R10 (2022)
- You're buying your first serious interchangeable-lens camera
- You want reliable animal and people tracking without a steep learning curve
- You want an APS-C body with access to Canon's full RF lens range
Sigma fp (2019)
- You're a filmmaker building a cinema rig where the smallest full-frame body is essential
- You want L-mount compatibility to pair with Sigma Art or Leica SL lenses
- You prioritise video and cinema colour over stills ergonomics and functionality
A7 IV (2021)
- You want a high-resolution full-frame all-rounder for portraits, weddings, or travel
- You're stepping up from APS-C or a DSLR and want the best all-round full-frame body under £3,000
- You shoot a mix of stills and video and need a single body that handles both seriously
- You want access to the widest lens ecosystem in the mirrorless market
Quick take: The a7 iv has the highest resolution at 33mp; the eos r10 is the most affordable; only the a7 iv is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS R10 (2022) | Sigma fp (2019) | A7 IV (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £1,499 | £2,299 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS | 24.6MP full-frame Bayer CMOS | 33MP Full-frame BSI Exmor R CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 24.6MP | 33.0MP |
| Video | 4K/30p (slight crop), FHD/120p | 12-bit Cinema DNG RAW, 4K/24p, 1080p/120p | 4K/60p oversampled, 10-bit internal, S-Log3, S-Cinetone |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, eye/face/subject tracking | Contrast-detect AF with face/eye detection | 759-point phase-detect, AI subject recognition |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | None (lens-based only) | 5-axis IBIS, 5.5 stops |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical, 23fps electronic | 18fps electronic | 10fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~430 shots (CIPA) | 200 shots (CIPA) | ~580 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 429g body only | 422g body only | 659g body only |
| Dimensions | 122.5 × 87.8 × 83.4mm | 112.6 × 69.9 × 45.3mm | 131.3 × 96.4 × 79.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots | None | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.78× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen | 3.15" fixed touchscreen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | Canon RF-S / RF | Leica L-mount | Sony FE (full-frame E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | Single SD UHS-II + CFexpress Type B (via adapter) | Dual slots: CFexpress Type A + SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.1, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C (3.2 Gen 2), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
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