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 7R VI
66.8MP fully-stacked full-frame high-resolution body with 30fps bursts, 8K 30p, 4K 120p, and Sony's new BIONZ XR2 engine.
$4,499
Released Jun 2026
Alpha 7R VI is 5.6 years newer.
Wins
Pocket 2
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- APocket 2 has lower Weight (117 g vs 713 g)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 6,400)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 11 fps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher RAW buffer depth (150 frames vs 60 frames)
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 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
Pocket 2 is 8mm narrower, 59mm shorter, and 53mm thinner than Alpha 7R VI.
Pocket 2 is 596 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 30mm Pocket 2 · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Pocket 2
125 × 38 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Pocket 2
125 × 30 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
Pocket 2: 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
Pocket 2
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 124.7, 38.1, 30
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
117 g vs 713 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 600 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R VI
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.7, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SDXC UHS-II
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 200 Mbps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 11 fps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
150 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
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 7R VI
Pros
- ✓66.8MP fully-stacked Exmor RS sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free electronic burst
- ✓8K 30p and 4K 120p video
- ✓8.5-stop in-body stabilization
- ✓9.44M-dot HDR OLED EVF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Large files demand fast cards and storage
- –8K workflow can be heavy
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, Pocket 2 or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R VI scores 8.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for Pocket 2 — 66.8MP — excellent for large prints and crops.
What's the resolution difference between the Pocket 2 and Alpha 7R VI?
Pocket 2 is 64 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Pocket 2 and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
Pocket 2 does not have IBIS, while alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Pocket 2 or the Alpha 7R VI?
Pocket 2 reaches 11 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Pocket 2 and Alpha 7R VI?
Pocket 2 weighs 117 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the Pocket 2 is 596 g lighter.
Do the Pocket 2 and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
Pocket 2: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Pocket 2 and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
Pocket 2: No. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Pocket 2 and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Pocket 2 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Pocket 2 launched at $349 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The Pocket 2 is $4,150 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of DJI and Sony press materials.