GoPro
MAX2
True 8K 360 action camera with twist-and-go replaceable lenses, 29MP 360 photos, 4K100 spherical slo-mo, 10-bit GP-Log, six mics, and 5m waterproof rugged body.
$500
Launch priceReleased Sep 2025
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 8 months newer.
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Wins
MAX2
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 Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 29 MP)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
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)
MAX2 is 6mm shorter and 11mm thinner than Alpha 7R VI but it is also 1mm wider.
MAX2 is 133 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm MAX2 · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
MAX2
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.
MAX2
134 × 72 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
MAX2
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
MAX2: 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
MAX2
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
AA filter
Only MAX2 supports it
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only MAX2 supports it
Internal RAW video
Only MAX2 supports it
Weather sealing
Only MAX2 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
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Resolution
66.8 MP vs 29 MP — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
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.
MAX2
Pros
- ✓True 8K 360 video (21% more pixels vs rivals)
- ✓Field-replaceable twist-on lenses
- ✓4K100 360 slo-mo + 5.6K60 360
- ✓10-bit GP-Log + 300Mbps (GoPro Labs)
- ✓4K60 single-lens + 180° HyperView POV
Cons
- –360 workflow needs reframing in Quik
- –$100 more than HERO13 Black
- –1/2.3-inch dual sensors
- –8K runtime shorter than 5.6K modes
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 portraits, MAX2 or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R VI scores 8.5/10 versus 5.0/10 for MAX2 — 66.8MP — excellent for large prints and crops.
What's the resolution difference between the MAX2 and Alpha 7R VI?
MAX2 is 29 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the MAX2 and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
MAX2 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the MAX2 or the Alpha 7R VI?
MAX2 reaches 20 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the MAX2 and Alpha 7R VI?
MAX2 weighs 580 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the MAX2 is 133 g lighter.
Do the MAX2 and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
MAX2: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the MAX2 and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
MAX2: Yes. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the MAX2 and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the MAX2 the edge.
How much does each cost?
MAX2 launched at $500 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The MAX2 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.