Insta360
X6
Flagship 8K 360 camera with dual Sony 1/1.1-inch square sensors, native 8K50 and in-camera Dolby Vision, 120MP stills, 2.32-inch OLED, 140-minute 8K30 runtime, and 20m waterproofing.
$700
Launch priceReleased Aug 2026
Sony
Alpha 7R
36MP no-AA-filter full-frame mirrorless for landscape and studio — launched the high-res mirrorless era.
$2,299
Launch priceReleased Oct 2013
X6 is 12.8 years newer.
Affiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Cameraegg earns from qualifying purchases. Cameraegg may also earn commission from B&H links, at no extra cost to you.
Wins
X6
Wins
Alpha 7R
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7R has higher AF points / zones (25 vs 0)
- BAlpha 7R has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- AX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 36.4 MP)
- AX6 has higher Battery capacity (2600 mAh vs 1080 mAh)
- AX6 has lower Weight (196 g vs 465 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to share
X6
50 × 100 × 40 mm
196 g (0.43 lb / 6.91 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7R
127 × 94 × 48 mm
465 g (1.03 lb / 16.40 oz)
X6 is 77mm narrower and 8mm thinner than Alpha 7R but it is also 6mm taller.
X6 is 269 g lighter than Alpha 7R.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 48mm Alpha 7R
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X6
50 × 100 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7R
127 × 94 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X6
50 × 40 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7R
127 × 48 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 7R
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X6: mount data unavailable
Alpha 7R
✓ 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
X6
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, 360° Horizon Lock, InstaFrame 2.0…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 50, 100, 40
Card types
Adds microSD
Resolution
120 MP vs 36.4 MP — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Pet, Object
Battery capacity
2600 mAh vs 1080 mAh — higher is better
Weight
196 g vs 465 g — lower is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R
AF points / zones
25 vs 0 — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 126.9, 94.4, 48.2
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Vehicle
Eye AF
Only Alpha 7R supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only Alpha 7R supports it
Codecs
Adds H.264
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓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.
X6
Pros
- ✓Dual Sony 1/1.1-inch sensors (1-inch equivalent 360)
- ✓Native 8K50 + in-camera Dolby Vision / 10-bit I-Log
- ✓120MP 360 photos; 5K60 / 4K120 single-lens
- ✓2600mAh Xtreme Battery: 140 min 8K30
- ✓20m waterproof + replaceable Lens 2.0
Cons
- –$700 Standard Bundle vs cheaper 360 rivals
- –8K50, not 8K60 vs Osmo 360 II
- –47GB usable built-in storage vs DJI 105GB
- –360 footage still needs reframing
Alpha 7R
Pros
- ✓36MP no AA filter
- ✓Compact high-res body
- ✓Historic significance
- ✓Great used value
Cons
- –Slow AF
- –No IBIS
- –Very dated ergonomics
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the X6 and Alpha 7R at major authorized retailers.
Insta360 X6
Sony Alpha 7R
Affiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Cameraegg earns from qualifying purchases. Cameraegg may also earn commission from B&H links, at no extra cost to you.
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, X6 or Alpha 7R?
Alpha 7R scores 8.0/10 versus 3.0/10 for X6 — 36.4MP — ample resolution for portraits.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and Alpha 7R?
X6 is 120 MP and Alpha 7R is 36.4 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X6 and Alpha 7R have in-body image stabilization?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while Alpha 7R has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X6 or the Alpha 7R?
X6 reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 7R reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X6 and Alpha 7R?
X6 weighs 196 g and Alpha 7R weighs 465 g, so the X6 is 269 g lighter.
Do the X6 and Alpha 7R record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. Alpha 7R: 4K up to 60p.
Are the X6 and Alpha 7R weather sealed?
X6: Yes. Alpha 7R: Yes.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and Alpha 7R at $2,299. The X6 is $1,599 less.
Can't decide between two? Compare a third camera.
Add any camera to get a three-way X6 vs Alpha 7R vs X comparison.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.
Product images courtesy of Insta360 and Sony press materials.