DJI
Pocket 2
Tiny 3-axis gimbal camera with 1/1.7-inch 64MP sensor, 20mm equivalent lens, and 4K 60p video.
$349
Launch priceReleased Oct 2020
Sony
Alpha 7 V
33MP partially stacked Exmor RS hybrid with BIONZ XR2 AI, 30fps blackout-free burst, 7.5-stop IBIS, and 4K 60p oversampled from 7K.
$2,899
Launch priceReleased Dec 2025
Alpha 7 V is 5.1 years newer.
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Wins
Pocket 2
Wins
Alpha 7 V
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7 V has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- APocket 2 has lower Weight (117 g vs 695 g)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 11 fps)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Pocket 2
125 × 38 × 30 mm
117 g (0.26 lb / 4.13 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7 V
130 × 96 × 82 mm
695 g (1.53 lb / 24.52 oz)
Pocket 2 is 6mm narrower, 58mm shorter, and 52mm thinner than Alpha 7 V.
Pocket 2 is 578 g lighter than Alpha 7 V.
Depth (front-to-back): 30mm Pocket 2 · 82mm Alpha 7 V
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Pocket 2
125 × 38 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 V
130 × 96 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Pocket 2
125 × 30 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 V
130 × 82 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 7 V
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Pocket 2: mount data unavailable
Alpha 7 V
✓ 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 695 g — lower is better
Resolution
64 MP vs 33 MP — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 630 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7 V
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130.3, 96.4, 82.4
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A / SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II
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
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 11 fps — higher is better
AA filter
Only Alpha 7 V supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓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 V
Pros
- ✓33MP partially stacked sensor — ~4.5× faster readout than α7 IV
- ✓Blackout-free 30 fps with full AF/AE (electronic shutter)
- ✓7.5-stop central / 6.5-stop peripheral IBIS (CIPA 2024)
- ✓759-point phase-detect AF down to EV -4 with AI subject recognition
- ✓7K oversampled 4K 60p (full-frame, no pixel binning) + 4K 120p
- ✓Pre-Capture and dual USB-C (10 Gbps + USB 2.0)
- ✓Up to 16 stops dynamic range
Cons
- –Premium price vs α7 IV
- –4K 120p typically requires APS-C / Super 35 crop
- –Heavier than α7 IV (695 g vs 659 g with battery)
- –Complex menu and feature set
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, Pocket 2 or Alpha 7 V?
Alpha 7 V scores 10.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for Pocket 2 — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the Pocket 2 and Alpha 7 V?
Pocket 2 is 64 MP and Alpha 7 V is 33 MP, so the Pocket 2 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Pocket 2 and Alpha 7 V have in-body image stabilization?
Pocket 2 does not have IBIS, while alpha 7 V has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Pocket 2 or the Alpha 7 V?
Pocket 2 reaches 11 fps electronic. Alpha 7 V reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Pocket 2 and Alpha 7 V?
Pocket 2 weighs 117 g and Alpha 7 V weighs 695 g, so the Pocket 2 is 578 g lighter.
Do the Pocket 2 and Alpha 7 V record 4K video?
Pocket 2: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7 V: 4K up to 120p.
Are the Pocket 2 and Alpha 7 V weather sealed?
Pocket 2: No. Alpha 7 V: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Pocket 2 and 630 shots for the Alpha 7 V, giving the Pocket 2 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Pocket 2 launched at $349 and Alpha 7 V at $2,899. The Pocket 2 is $2,550 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of DJI and Sony press materials.