Insta360
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 VI
66.8MP stacked full-frame high-resolution body with 30fps bursts, 8K 30p, 4K 120p, and Sony's AI processing unit.
$4,499
Launch priceReleased Jun 2026
X6 is 2 months newer.
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Wins
X6
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 0)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 6,400)
- AX6 has lower Weight (196 g vs 713 g)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 240 Mbps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
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)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
X6 is 83mm narrower and 43mm thinner than Alpha 7R VI but it is also 3mm taller.
X6 is 517 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
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 VI
133 × 97 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 VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X6: mount data unavailable
Alpha 7R VI
✓ 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
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, 360° Horizon Lock, InstaFrame 2.0…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 50, 100, 40
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
196 g vs 713 g — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Pet, Object
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X6 supports it
Weather sealing
Only X6 supports it
Resolution
120 MP vs 66.8 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R VI
AF points / zones
759 vs 0 — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.7, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SDXC UHS-II
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Eye…
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 240 Mbps — higher is better
Eye AF
Only Alpha 7R VI supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓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 VI
Pros
- ✓66.8MP stacked full-frame sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free electronic burst
- ✓8K 30p and 4K 120p video
- ✓5-axis sensor-shift stabilization
- ✓9.44M-dot HDR OLED EVF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Large files demand fast cards and storage
- –8K workflow can be heavy
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, X6 or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R VI scores 8.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for X6 — 66.8MP — excellent for large prints and crops.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and Alpha 7R VI?
X6 is 120 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X6 and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while Alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X6 or the Alpha 7R VI?
X6 reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X6 and Alpha 7R VI?
X6 weighs 196 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the X6 is 517 g lighter.
Do the X6 and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the X6 and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
X6: Yes. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the X6 and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Alpha 7R VI the edge.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The X6 is $3,799 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.