Panasonic
Lumix G7
Classic budget MFT body that introduced many to 4K video on a shoestring.
$599
Released May 2015
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 11.1 years newer.
Wins
Lumix G7
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 49)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher RAW buffer depth (150 frames vs 13 frames)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 16 MP)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix G7
125 × 86 × 77 mm
410 g (0.90 lb / 14.46 oz)
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
Lumix G7 is 8mm narrower, 11mm shorter, and 6mm thinner than Alpha 7R VI.
Lumix G7 is 303 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 77mm Lumix G7 · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix G7
125 × 86 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Lumix G7
125 × 77 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix G7
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
3.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix G7
Micro Four Thirds
130+
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
Lumix G7
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 124.9, 86.2, 77.4
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
Codecs
Adds MP4, AVCHD
Weight
410 g vs 713 g — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R VI
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.7, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SDXC UHS-II
AF points / zones
759 vs 49 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
150 frames vs 13 frames — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 100 Mbps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
Resolution
66.8 MP vs 16 MP — higher is better
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
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix G7
Pros
- ✓Very affordable used
- ✓4K video
- ✓Compact MFT
Cons
- –16MP dated
- –No IBIS
- –Plastic build
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 landscape, Lumix G7 or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R VI scores 7.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix G7 — 66.8MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix G7 and Alpha 7R VI?
Lumix G7 is 16 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix G7 and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix G7 does not have IBIS, while alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix G7 or the Alpha 7R VI?
Lumix G7 reaches 8 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix G7 and Alpha 7R VI?
Lumix G7 weighs 410 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the Lumix G7 is 303 g lighter.
Do the Lumix G7 and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
Lumix G7: 4K up to 30p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix G7 and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
Lumix G7: No. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix G7 and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Alpha 7R VI the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix G7 launched at $599 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The Lumix G7 is $3,900 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic and Sony press materials.