Insta360
Luna Ultra
Flagship dual-lens 3-axis gimbal camera with Leica Summicron 1-inch 8K main lens, 1/1.3-inch telephoto, detachable 2-inch OLED screen, 8K30 / 4K120 video, and 37MP UltraPhoto.
$770
Launch priceReleased Jun 2026
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
Released within a month of each other.
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Wins
Luna Ultra
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- 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 120 Mbps)
- ALuna Ultra has lower Weight (233 g vs 713 g)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 37 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Luna Ultra
52 × 170 × 39 mm
233 g (0.51 lb / 8.22 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
Luna Ultra is 80mm narrower and 44mm thinner than Alpha 7R VI but it is also 73mm taller.
Luna Ultra is 480 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 39mm Luna Ultra · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Luna Ultra
52 × 170 mm
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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.
Luna Ultra
52 × 39 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Luna Ultra
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
7.4× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Luna Ultra: 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
Luna Ultra
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 52.4, 169.9, 38.5
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
233 g vs 713 g — lower 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
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 120 Mbps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
Eye AF
Only Alpha 7R VI supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only Alpha 7R VI supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓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.
Luna Ultra
Pros
- ✓Dual Leica lenses (1" + tele)
- ✓8K30 with 4K120 & 1080p240
- ✓Detachable 2" OLED screen
- ✓3-axis gimbal + Deep Track 5.0
Cons
- –Premium vs Pocket 3
- –No waterproofing
- –Tele reach capped at 240mm equiv
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 wildlife, Luna Ultra or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R VI scores 6.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for Luna Ultra — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the Luna Ultra and Alpha 7R VI?
Luna Ultra is 37 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Luna Ultra and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
Luna Ultra uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal, while Alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
What's the weight difference between the Luna Ultra and Alpha 7R VI?
Luna Ultra weighs 233 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the Luna Ultra is 480 g lighter.
Do the Luna Ultra and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
Luna Ultra: 8K (7680×4320) (max), 4K up to 120p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Luna Ultra and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
Luna Ultra: No. Alpha 7R VI: No.
How much does each cost?
Luna Ultra launched at $770 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The Luna Ultra is $3,729 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Insta360 and Sony press materials.