Nikon
Z30
Compact APS-C Z mount for vloggers and beginners.
$709
Released Jun 2022
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 3.9 years newer.
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Wins
Z30
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 209)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 20.9 MP)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 11 fps)
- AZ30 has lower Weight (350 g vs 713 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Z30
128 × 74 × 60 mm
350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
Z30 is 5mm narrower, 23mm shorter, and 23mm thinner than Alpha 7R VI.
Z30 is 363 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 60mm Z30 · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Z30
128 × 74 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Z30
128 × 60 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Z30
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 mm² area
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
2.3× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Z30
Nikon Z
90+
native lenses available
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
Z30
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats
Codecs
Adds H.264/AVC
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 128, 73.5, 59.5
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
350 g vs 713 g — lower is better
AA filter
Only Z30 supports it
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 32,000 — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R VI
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -4.5 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.7, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SDXC UHS-II
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
AF points / zones
759 vs 209 — higher is better
Resolution
66.8 MP vs 20.9 MP — 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
- ✓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.
Z30
Pros
- ✓Very affordable
- ✓Vlog features
- ✓Compact
Cons
- –No EVF
- –No IBIS
- –Single slot
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
Decided which one is right for you?
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Sony Alpha 7R VI
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Z30 or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R VI scores 7.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for Z30 — 66.8MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Z30 and Alpha 7R VI?
Z30 is 20.9 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Z30 and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
Z30 does not have IBIS, while alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Z30 or the Alpha 7R VI?
Z30 reaches 11 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Z30 and Alpha 7R VI?
Z30 weighs 350 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the Z30 is 363 g lighter.
Do the Z30 and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
Z30: 4K up to 30p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Z30 and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
Z30: No. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 330 shots (CIPA) for the Z30 and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Alpha 7R VI the edge.
How much does each cost?
Z30 launched at $709 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The Z30 is $3,790 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Nikon and Sony press materials.