RED
KOMODO 6K
Compact Super 35 global-shutter cinema camera with 6K REDCODE RAW, Canon RF mount, 16+ stops DR, and a built-in 2.9-inch touchscreen.
$5,995
Launch priceReleased Oct 2020
Sony
Alpha 7 IV
33MP hybrid all-rounder with 10-bit 4K 60p and AI-powered subject tracking.
$2,499
Launch priceReleased Oct 2021
Alpha 7 IV is 1.1 years newer.
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Wins
KOMODO 6K
Wins
Alpha 7 IV
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 3,200)
- AKOMODO 6K has higher Burst (electronic) (120 fps vs 10 fps)
- BAlpha 7 IV has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 800)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher Resolution (33 MP vs 19.9 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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KOMODO 6K
102 × 102 × 102 mm
1000 g (2.20 lb / 35.27 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7 IV
131 × 96 × 80 mm
658 g (1.45 lb / 23.21 oz)
KOMODO 6K is 29mm narrower than Alpha 7 IV but it is also 6mm taller and 22mm thicker.
KOMODO 6K is 342 g heavier than Alpha 7 IV.
Depth (front-to-back): 102mm KOMODO 6K · 80mm Alpha 7 IV
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
KOMODO 6K
102 × 102 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 IV
131 × 96 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
KOMODO 6K
102 × 102 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 IV
131 × 80 mm
Sensor size, to scale
KOMODO 6K
27.03 × 14.26 mm · APS-C
385 mm² area
Alpha 7 IV
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
2.2× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
KOMODO 6K: mount data unavailable
Alpha 7 IV
✓ 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
KOMODO 6K
Codecs
Adds REDCODE RAW HQ/MQ/LQ, Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 102, 102, 102
Card types
Adds CFast 2.0
Burst (electronic)
120 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7 IV
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 131.3, 96.4, 79.8
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 3,200 — higher is better
ISO min (native)
100 vs 800 — lower is better
AA filter
Only Alpha 7 IV supports it
Eye AF
Only Alpha 7 IV supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
- ✓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.
KOMODO 6K
Pros
- ✓Global shutter Super 35 6K sensor
- ✓16+ stops dynamic range
- ✓REDCODE RAW up to 120fps in 2K
- ✓Compact 952g aluminum body
- ✓12G-SDI + integrated touchscreen
Cons
- –Single CFast 2.0 slot
- –RF mount needs adapters for PL/EF
- –Small integrated monitor
- –No in-body ND filters
Alpha 7 IV
Pros
- ✓33MP — more detail for cropping and print
- ✓10-bit 4K 60p (Super35 crop) / 4K 30p full-frame
- ✓Full-size HDMI port
- ✓759 phase-detect AF points
Cons
- –4K 60p requires Super35 crop
- –10fps burst lags behind R6 II at 40fps
- –Complex menu system
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, KOMODO 6K or Alpha 7 IV?
Alpha 7 IV scores 9.0/10 versus 1.0/10 for KOMODO 6K — 33MP — ample resolution for portraits.
What's the resolution difference between the KOMODO 6K and Alpha 7 IV?
KOMODO 6K is 19.9 MP and Alpha 7 IV is 33 MP, so the Alpha 7 IV captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the KOMODO 6K and Alpha 7 IV have in-body image stabilization?
KOMODO 6K does not have IBIS, while Alpha 7 IV has 5.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the KOMODO 6K or the Alpha 7 IV?
KOMODO 6K reaches 120 fps electronic. Alpha 7 IV reaches 10 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the KOMODO 6K and Alpha 7 IV?
KOMODO 6K weighs 1000 g and Alpha 7 IV weighs 658 g, so the Alpha 7 IV is 342 g lighter.
Do the KOMODO 6K and Alpha 7 IV record 4K video?
KOMODO 6K: 6K 17:9 (6144 × 3240) (max), 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7 IV: 4K up to 60p.
Are the KOMODO 6K and Alpha 7 IV weather sealed?
KOMODO 6K: No. Alpha 7 IV: Yes.
How much does each cost?
KOMODO 6K launched at $5,995 and Alpha 7 IV at $2,499. The Alpha 7 IV is $3,496 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of RED and Sony press materials.