Leica
Q3 Monochrom
Monochrome full-frame Q3 with 60MP sensor and fixed Summilux 28mm f/1.7 lens for black-and-white reportage.
$6,795
Released Nov 2025
Sony
Alpha 7R VI
66.8MP fully-stacked full-frame high-resolution body with 30fps bursts, 8K 30p, 4K 120p, and Sony's new BIONZ XR2 engine.
$4,499
Released Jun 2026
Alpha 7R VI is 7 months newer.
Wins
Q3 Monochrom
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
TL;DR — Key differences
- AQ3 Monochrom has higher ISO max (native) (200,000 vs 32,000)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- AQ3 Monochrom has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 100)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 15 fps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Q3 Monochrom
130 × 80 × 92 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
Q3 Monochrom is 3mm narrower and 17mm shorter than Alpha 7R VI but it is also 9mm thicker.
Q3 Monochrom is 30 g heavier than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm Q3 Monochrom · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Q3 Monochrom
130 × 80 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Q3 Monochrom
130 × 92 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Q3 Monochrom
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Q3 Monochrom: 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
Q3 Monochrom
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130, 80, 92
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
200,000 vs 32,000 — higher is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
Weather sealing
Only Q3 Monochrom supports it
Codecs
Adds ProRes
Subject recognition
Adds Face
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R VI
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 150 Mbps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Insect, Vehicle
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
In-body stabilization
Only Alpha 7R VI supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓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.
Q3 Monochrom
Pros
- ✓60MP monochrome sensor
- ✓Summilux 28mm f/1.7
- ✓8K video
- ✓IP52 sealed compact
Cons
- –Monochrome only
- –Fixed lens
- –Very expensive
Alpha 7R VI
Pros
- ✓66.8MP fully-stacked Exmor RS sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free electronic burst
- ✓8K 30p and 4K 120p video
- ✓8.5-stop in-body stabilization
- ✓9.44M-dot HDR OLED EVF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Large files demand fast cards and storage
- –8K workflow can be heavy
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, Q3 Monochrom or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R VI scores 8.0/10 versus 5.5/10 for Q3 Monochrom — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the Q3 Monochrom and Alpha 7R VI?
Q3 Monochrom is 60.3 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Q3 Monochrom and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
Q3 Monochrom does not have IBIS, while alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Q3 Monochrom or the Alpha 7R VI?
Q3 Monochrom reaches 15 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Q3 Monochrom and Alpha 7R VI?
Q3 Monochrom weighs 743 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the Alpha 7R VI is 30 g lighter.
Do the Q3 Monochrom and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
Q3 Monochrom: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Q3 Monochrom and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
Q3 Monochrom: Yes. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Q3 Monochrom and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Alpha 7R VI the edge.
How much does each cost?
Q3 Monochrom launched at $6,795 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The Alpha 7R VI is $2,296 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Leica and Sony press materials.