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 7R VI
66.8MP stacked full-frame high-resolution body with 30fps bursts, 8K 30p, 4K 120p, and Sony's AI processing unit.
$4,499
Launch priceReleased Jun 2026
Alpha 7R VI is 5.7 years newer.
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Wins
KOMODO 6K
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 3,200)
- BAlpha 7R VI has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 800)
- AKOMODO 6K has higher Burst (electronic) (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 19.9 MP)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
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)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
KOMODO 6K is 31mm narrower than Alpha 7R VI but it is also 5mm taller and 19mm thicker.
KOMODO 6K is 287 g heavier than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 102mm KOMODO 6K · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
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 7R VI
133 × 97 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 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
KOMODO 6K
27.03 × 14.26 mm · APS-C
385 mm² area
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 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 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
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 30 fps — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only KOMODO 6K supports it
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R VI
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
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 3,200 — higher is better
ISO min (native)
100 vs 800 — lower is better
Resolution
66.8 MP vs 19.9 MP — higher is better
Eye AF
Only Alpha 7R VI supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓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 7R VI
Pros
- ✓66.8MP stacked full-frame sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free electronic burst
- ✓8K 30p and 4K 120p video
- ✓5-axis sensor-shift 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?
Compare live prices for the KOMODO 6K and Alpha 7R VI at major authorized retailers.
RED KOMODO 6K
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, KOMODO 6K or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R VI scores 8.5/10 versus 1.0/10 for KOMODO 6K — 66.8MP — excellent for large prints and crops.
What's the resolution difference between the KOMODO 6K and Alpha 7R VI?
KOMODO 6K is 19.9 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the KOMODO 6K and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
KOMODO 6K does not have IBIS, while Alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the KOMODO 6K or the Alpha 7R VI?
KOMODO 6K reaches 120 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the KOMODO 6K and Alpha 7R VI?
KOMODO 6K weighs 1000 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the Alpha 7R VI is 287 g lighter.
Do the KOMODO 6K and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
KOMODO 6K: 6K 17:9 (6144 × 3240) (max), 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the KOMODO 6K and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
KOMODO 6K: No. Alpha 7R VI: No.
How much does each cost?
KOMODO 6K launched at $5,995 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The Alpha 7R VI is $1,496 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.