DJI
Pocket 2
Tiny 3-axis gimbal camera with 1/1.7-inch 64MP sensor, 20mm equivalent lens, and 4K 60p video.
$349
Released Oct 2020
Sony
Alpha 7 IV
33MP hybrid all-rounder with 10-bit 4K 60p and AI-powered subject tracking.
$2,499
Released Oct 2021
Alpha 7 IV is 1 year newer.
Wins
Pocket 2
Wins
Alpha 7 IV
2 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher RAW buffer depth (828 frames vs 60 frames)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- APocket 2 has lower Weight (117 g vs 658 g)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Pocket 2
125 × 38 × 30 mm
117 g (0.26 lb / 4.13 oz)
Alpha 7 IV
131 × 96 × 80 mm
658 g (1.45 lb / 23.21 oz)
Pocket 2 is 7mm narrower, 58mm shorter, and 50mm thinner than Alpha 7 IV.
Pocket 2 is 541 g lighter than Alpha 7 IV.
Depth (front-to-back): 30mm Pocket 2 · 80mm Alpha 7 IV
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 7 IV
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Pocket 2: mount data unavailable
Alpha 7 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
Pocket 2
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 124.7, 38.1, 30
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
117 g vs 658 g — lower is better
Resolution
64 MP vs 33 MP — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 580 shots — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
11 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7 IV
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 131.3, 96.4, 79.8
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
RAW buffer depth
828 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
AA filter
Only Alpha 7 IV supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 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.
Pocket 2
Pros
- ✓Built-in 3-axis gimbal
- ✓64MP stills mode
- ✓4K 60p
- ✓Very small body
Cons
- –Older than Pocket 3
- –Smaller sensor
- –Tiny screen
Alpha 7 IV
Pros
- ✓33MP — more detail for cropping and print
- ✓10-bit 4K 60p (Super35 crop) / 4K 30p full-frame
- ✓Full-size HDMI port
- ✓759 phase-detect AF points
Cons
- –4K 60p requires Super35 crop
- –10fps burst lags behind R6 II at 40fps
- –Complex menu system
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, Pocket 2 or Alpha 7 IV?
Alpha 7 IV scores 8.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for Pocket 2 — Bird AF subject recognition.
What's the resolution difference between the Pocket 2 and Alpha 7 IV?
Pocket 2 is 64 MP and Alpha 7 IV is 33 MP, so the Pocket 2 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Pocket 2 and Alpha 7 IV have in-body image stabilization?
Pocket 2 does not have IBIS, while alpha 7 IV has 5.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Pocket 2 or the Alpha 7 IV?
Pocket 2 reaches 11 fps electronic. Alpha 7 IV reaches 10 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Pocket 2 and Alpha 7 IV?
Pocket 2 weighs 117 g and Alpha 7 IV weighs 658 g, so the Pocket 2 is 541 g lighter.
Do the Pocket 2 and Alpha 7 IV record 4K video?
Pocket 2: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7 IV: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Pocket 2 and Alpha 7 IV weather sealed?
Pocket 2: No. Alpha 7 IV: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Pocket 2 and 580 shots for the Alpha 7 IV, giving the Pocket 2 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Pocket 2 launched at $349 and Alpha 7 IV at $2,499. The Pocket 2 is $2,150 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of DJI and Sony press materials.