Blackmagic
URSA Cine 17K
Large-format 65mm cinema camera with 17K resolution, interchangeable lens mount, and BRAW recording.
$29,995
Launch priceReleased Apr 2024
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
Alpha 7R VI is 2.2 years newer.
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Wins
URSA Cine 17K
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7R VI has lower AF low-light limit (-6 EV vs 0 EV)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 0)
- BAlpha 7R VI has lower Weight (713 g vs 8500 g)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 5,760,000)
- AURSA Cine 17K has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 32,000)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareURSA Cine 17K
280 × 190 × 200 mm
8500 g (18.74 lb / 299.83 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
URSA Cine 17K is 147mm wider, 93mm taller, and 117mm thicker than Alpha 7R VI.
URSA Cine 17K is 7787 g heavier than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 200mm URSA Cine 17K · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
URSA Cine 17K
280 × 190 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.
URSA Cine 17K
280 × 200 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
URSA Cine 17K
55.96 × 29.87 mm · Full Frame
1672 mm² area
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
1.9× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
URSA Cine 17K: 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
URSA Cine 17K
Codecs
Adds Blackmagic RAW
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 280, 190, 200
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
AA filter
Only URSA Cine 17K supports it
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only URSA Cine 17K supports it
Internal RAW video
Only URSA Cine 17K supports it
Weather sealing
Only URSA Cine 17K supports it
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 32,000 — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R VI
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs 0 EV — lower is better
AF points / zones
759 vs 0 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.7, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SDXC UHS-II
Weight
713 g vs 8500 g — lower is better
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 5,760,000 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Eye, Insect
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 600 Mbps
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
URSA Cine 17K
Pros
- ✓17K large format
- ✓Interchangeable mount
- ✓Blackmagic RAW
- ✓Pro cinema workflow
Cons
- –Extremely expensive
- –Massive files
- –Requires full crew
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 wildlife, URSA Cine 17K or Alpha 7R VI?
URSA Cine 17K scores 10.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for Alpha 7R VI — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the URSA Cine 17K and Alpha 7R VI?
URSA Cine 17K is 65 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the URSA Cine 17K and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
URSA Cine 17K has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the URSA Cine 17K or the Alpha 7R VI?
URSA Cine 17K reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the URSA Cine 17K and Alpha 7R VI?
URSA Cine 17K weighs 8500 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the Alpha 7R VI is 7787 g lighter.
Do the URSA Cine 17K and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
URSA Cine 17K: 4K up to 120p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the URSA Cine 17K and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
URSA Cine 17K: Yes. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the URSA Cine 17K and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Alpha 7R VI the edge.
How much does each cost?
URSA Cine 17K launched at $29,995 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The Alpha 7R VI is $25,496 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Blackmagic and Sony press materials.