GoPro
MAX
Dual-lens 360 camera with 5.6K30 spherical video, 16.6MP 360 photos, Max HyperSmooth, front-facing display for vlogging, and in-camera stitching to one microSD card.
$500
Launch priceReleased Oct 2019
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 6.6 years newer.
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Wins
MAX
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
2 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 higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 16.6 MP)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher RAW buffer depth (150 frames vs 60 frames)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
MAX is 6mm shorter and 11mm thinner than Alpha 7R VI but it is also 1mm wider.
MAX is 133 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm MAX · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
MAX
134 × 91 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.
MAX
134 × 72 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
MAX
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
3.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
MAX: 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
MAX
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
AA filter
Only MAX supports it
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only MAX supports it
Internal RAW video
Only MAX supports it
Weather sealing
Only MAX supports it
Codecs
Adds ProRes
Weight
580 g vs 713 g — lower 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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.7, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SDXC UHS-II
Resolution
66.8 MP vs 16.6 MP — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
150 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
MAX
Pros
- ✓5.6K30 360 with in-camera stitch
- ✓Front display for vlogging
- ✓Max HyperSmooth + Horizon Lock
- ✓PowerPano 270° stills
- ✓Three cameras in one (360 / HERO / vlog)
Cons
- –Superseded by MAX2 (no 8K)
- –Single-lens capped at 1440p60
- –Lower resolution than Insta360 X4/X5
- –Discontinued — used market only
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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Sony Alpha 7R VI
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, MAX or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R VI scores 8.5/10 versus 4.0/10 for MAX — 66.8MP — excellent for large prints and crops.
What's the resolution difference between the MAX and Alpha 7R VI?
MAX is 16.6 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the MAX and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
MAX has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the MAX or the Alpha 7R VI?
MAX reaches 15 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the MAX and Alpha 7R VI?
MAX weighs 580 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the MAX is 133 g lighter.
Do the MAX and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
MAX: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the MAX and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
MAX: Yes. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the MAX and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the MAX the edge.
How much does each cost?
MAX launched at $500 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The MAX is $3,999 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of GoPro and Sony press materials.