Ricoh
GR
Original APS-C GR with 16MP sensor and 28mm equivalent lens — the pocket street camera that started it all.
$799
Launch priceReleased Apr 2013
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 13.2 years newer.
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Wins
GR
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 49)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 16.2 MP)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- AGR has lower Weight (245 g vs 713 g)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher RAW buffer depth (150 frames vs 60 frames)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareGR
117 × 61 × 35 mm
245 g (0.54 lb / 8.64 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
GR is 16mm narrower, 36mm shorter, and 48mm thinner than Alpha 7R VI.
GR is 468 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 35mm GR · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
GR
117 × 61 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.
GR
117 × 35 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
GR
23.7 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
372 mm² area
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
2.3× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
GR: 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
GR
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 117, 61, 34.5
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
Weight
245 g vs 713 g — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only GR supports it
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 600 shots — higher is better
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
Resolution
66.8 MP vs 16.2 MP — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
150 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
GR
Pros
- ✓Original GR formula
- ✓APS-C in pocket
- ✓28mm GR lens
- ✓Snap focus culture
Cons
- –16MP dated
- –No IBIS
- –Fixed lens
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?
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Sony Alpha 7R VI
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, GR or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R VI scores 7.5/10 versus 2.0/10 for GR — 66.8MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the GR and Alpha 7R VI?
GR is 16.2 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GR and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
GR has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the GR or the Alpha 7R VI?
GR reaches 15 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the GR and Alpha 7R VI?
GR weighs 245 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the GR is 468 g lighter.
Do the GR and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
GR: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the GR and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
GR: No. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the GR and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the GR the edge.
How much does each cost?
GR launched at $799 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The GR is $3,700 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Ricoh and Sony press materials.