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X6
Flagship 8K 360 camera with dual Sony 1/1.1-inch square sensors, native 8K50 and in-camera Dolby Vision, 120MP stills, 2.32-inch OLED, 140-minute 8K30 runtime, and 20m waterproofing.
$700
Launch priceReleased Aug 2026
Sony
Alpha 7R IV
61MP resolution king before the A7R V era.
$3,499
Launch priceReleased Sep 2019
X6 is 6.9 years newer.
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Wins
X6
Wins
Alpha 7R IV
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7R IV has higher AF points / zones (567 vs 0)
- BAlpha 7R IV has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 6,400)
- AX6 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- AX6 has lower Weight (196 g vs 665 g)
- AX6 has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 10 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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X6
50 × 100 × 40 mm
196 g (0.43 lb / 6.91 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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Alpha 7R IV
129 × 96 × 78 mm
665 g (1.47 lb / 23.46 oz)
X6 is 79mm narrower and 38mm thinner than Alpha 7R IV but it is also 4mm taller.
X6 is 469 g lighter than Alpha 7R IV.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 78mm Alpha 7R IV
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X6
50 × 100 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7R IV
129 × 96 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X6
50 × 40 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7R IV
129 × 78 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 7R IV
35.7 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
850 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X6: mount data unavailable
Alpha 7R IV
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
X6
Codecs
Adds H.265
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, 360° Horizon Lock, InstaFrame 2.0…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 50, 100, 40
Card types
Adds microSD
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Weight
196 g vs 665 g — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Pet, Object
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R IV
AF points / zones
567 vs 0 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC S, AVCHD, H.264
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 128.9, 96.4, 77.5
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 6,400 — higher is better
AA filter
Only Alpha 7R IV supports it
Eye AF
Only Alpha 7R IV supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only Alpha 7R IV supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X6
Pros
- ✓Dual Sony 1/1.1-inch sensors (1-inch equivalent 360)
- ✓Native 8K50 + in-camera Dolby Vision / 10-bit I-Log
- ✓120MP 360 photos; 5K60 / 4K120 single-lens
- ✓2600mAh Xtreme Battery: 140 min 8K30
- ✓20m waterproof + replaceable Lens 2.0
Cons
- –$700 Standard Bundle vs cheaper 360 rivals
- –8K50, not 8K60 vs Osmo 360 II
- –47GB usable built-in storage vs DJI 105GB
- –360 footage still needs reframing
Alpha 7R IV
Pros
- ✓61MP detail
- ✓Great for studio
- ✓Pixel shift mode
Cons
- –Slower AF than A7R V
- –Large files
- –Rolling shutter in video
Decided which one is right for you?
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Insta360 X6
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, X6 or Alpha 7R IV?
X6 scores 10.0/10 versus 4.0/10 for Alpha 7R IV — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and Alpha 7R IV?
X6 is 120 MP and Alpha 7R IV is 61 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X6 and Alpha 7R IV have in-body image stabilization?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while Alpha 7R IV has 5.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X6 or the Alpha 7R IV?
X6 reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 7R IV reaches 10 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X6 and Alpha 7R IV?
X6 weighs 196 g and Alpha 7R IV weighs 665 g, so the X6 is 469 g lighter.
Do the X6 and Alpha 7R IV record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. Alpha 7R IV: 4K up to 30p.
Are the X6 and Alpha 7R IV weather sealed?
X6: Yes. Alpha 7R IV: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the X6 and 670 shots for the Alpha 7R IV, giving the Alpha 7R IV the edge.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and Alpha 7R IV at $3,499. The X6 is $2,799 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.
Product images courtesy of Insta360 and Sony press materials.