Insta360
Ace Pro 2
8K Leica-lens action camera with 1/1.3-inch sensor, 4K60 Active HDR, PureVideo low-light mode, and 12m waterproofing.
$449
Launch priceReleased Oct 2024
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 1.6 years newer.
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Wins
Ace Pro 2
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 0)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 6,400)
- AAce Pro 2 has lower Weight (177.2 g vs 713 g)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Ace Pro 2
72 × 52 × 38 mm
177.2 g (0.39 lb / 6.25 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
Ace Pro 2 is 61mm narrower, 45mm shorter, and 45mm thinner than Alpha 7R VI.
Ace Pro 2 is 536 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 38mm Ace Pro 2 · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Ace Pro 2
72 × 52 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.
Ace Pro 2
72 × 38 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 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
Ace Pro 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
Ace Pro 2
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 71.9, 52.2, 38
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
177.2 g vs 713 g — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Ace Pro 2 supports it
Internal RAW video
Only Ace Pro 2 supports it
Weather sealing
Only Ace Pro 2 supports it
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 600 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R VI
AF points / zones
759 vs 0 — higher is better
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
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Eye AF
Only Alpha 7R VI 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.
Ace Pro 2
Pros
- ✓8K30 video
- ✓1/1.3-inch Leica lens
- ✓PureVideo night mode
- ✓12m waterproof
Cons
- –8K drains battery faster
- –Premium vs DJI Action
- –Fixed lens
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
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, Ace Pro 2 or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R VI scores 8.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for Ace Pro 2 — 66.8MP — excellent for large prints and crops.
What's the resolution difference between the Ace Pro 2 and Alpha 7R VI?
Ace Pro 2 is 50 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Ace Pro 2 and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
Ace Pro 2 does not have IBIS, while alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Ace Pro 2 or the Alpha 7R VI?
Ace Pro 2 reaches 20 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Ace Pro 2 and Alpha 7R VI?
Ace Pro 2 weighs 177.2 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the Ace Pro 2 is 536 g lighter.
Do the Ace Pro 2 and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
Ace Pro 2: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Ace Pro 2 and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
Ace Pro 2: Yes. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Ace Pro 2 and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Ace Pro 2 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Ace Pro 2 launched at $449 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The Ace Pro 2 is $4,050 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Insta360 and Sony press materials.