EOS R7vs G85
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Wildlife, Sports & Action — EOS R7 (2022): The EOS R7 is one of the most complete APS-C cameras ever made. It combines a class-leading resolution sensor with best-in-class IBIS, 4K/60p video, weather sealing and 15fps burst. For wildlife, sports and action photographers on an APS-C budget, nothing else comes close.
Travel & Video — G85 (2016): The G85 is the definitive enthusiast MFT package — combining 4K/30p, Dual I.S. 2 stabilisation, and weather sealing in an affordable, well-built body. It lacks phase-detect AF (contrast-detect only) but covers travel, landscape, and casual video effectively. One of the best-value used-market MFT cameras available — a practical, capable companion for photographers who want reliability over cutting-edge specs.
Who should buy what
EOS R7 (2022)
- Wildlife photographers who need reach, weather sealing and fast burst
- Sports shooters upgrading from entry-level APS-C bodies
- Video creators who need uncropped 4K/60p without a full-frame budget
- Canon DSLR users looking to move to RF mount
G85 (2016)
- Travel photographers who want weather sealing on a budget
- Vloggers and hybrid shooters
- MFT system users stepping up from entry-level
Quick take: The eos r7 has the highest resolution at 32mp; the g85 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS R7 (2022) | G85 (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,399 | £350 |
| Sensor | 32.5MP APS-C CMOS | 16MP Micro Four Thirds CMOS (no low-pass filter) |
| Resolution | 32.5MP | 16.0MP |
| Video | 4K/60p (uncropped), 4K/30p (oversampled from 7K), 1080p/120p | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, 651 AF zones, subject recognition (people, animals, vehicles) | Contrast-detect AF, DFD technology |
| Stabilisation | 7-stop IBIS (8 stops with compatible IS lenses) | 5-axis Dual I.S. 2 (body + lens) |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical, 30fps electronic (with blackout) | 9fps |
| Battery Life | ~770 shots (CIPA) | ~330 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 612g (body, battery, card) | 426g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 132.0 × 90.4 × 91.7mm | 128.4 × 89.2 × 74.3mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.72× magnification | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen, 1.62M dots | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.04M dots |
| Mount | Canon RF-mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2), Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB 2.0, Wi-Fi, NFC |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | EOS R7 | G85 |
|---|---|---|
| Wildlife | ||
| Video | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Travel | ||
| Landscape | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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