Panasonic
Lumix GH6
MFT video powerhouse with 5.7K 60p and ProRes internal.
$2,199
Released Feb 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 4.3 years newer.
Wins
Lumix GH6
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
3 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- ALumix GH6 has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 600 Mbps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 25.2 MP)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 3,680,000)
- ALumix GH6 has higher Burst (electronic) (75 fps vs 30 fps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 315)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix GH6
138 × 100 × 100 mm
823 g (1.81 lb / 29.03 oz)
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
Lumix GH6 is 6mm wider, 3mm taller, and 17mm thicker than Alpha 7R VI.
Lumix GH6 is 110 g heavier than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 100mm Lumix GH6 · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix GH6
138 × 100 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 GH6
138 × 100 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix GH6
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 GH6
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 GH6
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.4, 100.3, 99.6
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
Max video bit rate
1900 Mbps vs 600 Mbps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
75 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Lumix GH6 supports it
Internal RAW video
Only Lumix GH6 supports it
Weather sealing
Only Lumix GH6 supports it
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ
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
Resolution
66.8 MP vs 25.2 MP — higher is better
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 3,680,000 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
AF points / zones
759 vs 315 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
150 frames vs 65 frames — 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
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓In-body stabilization — Both support in-body stabilization
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix GH6
Pros
- ✓ProRes internal
- ✓5.7K 60p
- ✓No recording limit
Cons
- –MFT sensor
- –Autofocus limitations
- –Bulky for MFT
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 portraits, Lumix GH6 or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R VI scores 8.5/10 versus 5.0/10 for Lumix GH6 — 66.8MP — excellent for large prints and crops.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix GH6 and Alpha 7R VI?
Lumix GH6 is 25.2 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 GH6 and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix GH6 has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix GH6 or the Alpha 7R VI?
Lumix GH6 reaches 75 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix GH6 and Alpha 7R VI?
Lumix GH6 weighs 823 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the Alpha 7R VI is 110 g lighter.
Do the Lumix GH6 and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
Lumix GH6: 4K up to 120p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix GH6 and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
Lumix GH6: Yes. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 360 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix GH6 and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Alpha 7R VI the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix GH6 launched at $2,199 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The Lumix GH6 is $2,300 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic and Sony press materials.