How To Choose Between Them
Compare the winners above against your own priorities. A lead in one category only matters if you use it.
Camera Comparison
Sony
Sony FX3 vs Canon EOS R5 C
Short AnswerThe Sony FX3 and Canon EOS R5 C split the spec sheet evenly, so the right pick depends on what you shoot.
By Jennifer K. Telfer · Updated · 1 Min Read
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Winner By Photographic Discipline
ResolutionCanon EOS R5 C
Continuous ShootingCanon EOS R5 C
WeightSony FX3
Launch PriceSony FX3
Key Technical Performance Deltas
Resolution (MP)
A12.1
B45
Electronic Burst (fps)
A10
B20
Weight (g, Lower Is Lighter)
A715
B770
Form Factor
129.7 × 77.8 × 84.5 mm
142 × 101 × 111 mm
Reasons To Choose Each
Choose Sony FX3 If…
- Lighter body (715 g vs 770 g)
- Costs less at launch ($3899 vs $4499)
Choose Canon EOS R5 C If…
- Higher resolution (45 MP vs 12.1 MP)
- Higher continuous shooting (20 fps vs 10 fps)
Comprehensive Specification Table
| Spec | Sony FX3 | Canon EOS R5 C |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Format | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Megapixels | 12.1 MP | 45 MP |
| Sensor Type | BSI CMOS | CMOS |
| Max Native ISO | 102400 | 51200 |
| Autofocus | ||
| Low-Light AF | -6 EV | — |
| Speed | ||
| Mechanical Burst | — | 12 fps |
| Electronic Burst | 10 fps | 20 fps |
| Fastest Mechanical Shutter | — | 1/8000 |
| Fastest Electronic Shutter | 1/8000 | 1/8000 |
| Viewfinder & Screen | ||
| Viewfinder | None | EVF |
| EVF Resolution | — | 5.76M |
| LCD Size | 3" | 3.2" |
| LCD Type | — | Vari-angle |
| Video | ||
| Best Video | 4K 120p | 8K 60p |
| Internal Color | — | 10-bit 4:2:2 |
| Log Profile | S-Log3 | Canon Log 3 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 715 g | 770 g |
| Card Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Battery (CIPA) | 580 Shots | — |
| Weather Sealed | — | Yes |
| Launch Price | 3899 | 4499 |
Amber marks the stronger value. Figures are manufacturer specifications.