Nikon
Z6
Original 24MP Z hybrid that launched the Z system.
$1,999
Released Aug 2018
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 7.8 years newer.
Wins
Z6
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
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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 273)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 24.5 MP)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 3,690,000)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 12 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Z6
134 × 101 × 68 mm
585 g (1.29 lb / 20.64 oz)
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
Z6 is 15mm thinner than Alpha 7R VI but it is also 1mm wider and 4mm taller.
Z6 is 128 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 68mm Z6 · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Z6
134 × 101 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Z6
134 × 68 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Z6
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Z6
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
Z6
Subject recognition
Adds People
Codecs
Adds H.264/AVC
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 100.5, 67.5
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B / XQD
AA filter
Only Z6 supports it
Weather sealing
Only Z6 supports it
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 32,000 — higher is better
Weight
585 g vs 713 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R VI
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -4 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 273 — higher is better
Resolution
66.8 MP vs 24.5 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓In-body stabilization — Both support in-body stabilization
- ✓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.
Z6
Pros
- ✓Historic value
- ✓Solid hybrid
- ✓Affordable used
Cons
- –Very dated now
- –Single slot
- –Limited video
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, Z6 or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R VI scores 8.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for Z6 — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the Z6 and Alpha 7R VI?
Z6 is 24.5 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Z6 and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
Z6 has 5-stop in-body image stabilization, while alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Z6 or the Alpha 7R VI?
Z6 reaches 12 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Z6 and Alpha 7R VI?
Z6 weighs 585 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the Z6 is 128 g lighter.
Do the Z6 and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
Z6: 4K up to 30p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Z6 and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
Z6: Yes. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 310 shots (CIPA) for the Z6 and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Alpha 7R VI the edge.
How much does each cost?
Z6 launched at $1,999 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The Z6 is $2,500 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Nikon and Sony press materials.