Sigma
FP2
Pocket-sized L-Mount full-frame body with a 24.5MP partially stacked sensor, 20fps stills, 6K OpenGate / ProRes RAW video, 70GB internal storage, and a Still/Cine mode switch.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased Nov 2026
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
FP2 is 5 months newer.
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Wins
FP2
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AFP2 has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 32,000)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 24.5 MP)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 59.94 fps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Battery life (CIPA) (600 shots vs 370 shots)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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FP2
112 × 71 × 41 mm
460 g (1.01 lb / 16.23 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
FP2 is 21mm narrower, 26mm shorter, and 42mm thinner than Alpha 7R VI.
FP2 is 253 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 41mm FP2 · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
FP2
112 × 71 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.
FP2
112 × 41 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
FP2
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
FP2: 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
FP2
Subject recognition
Adds Animals, Birds, People
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 112, 71, 41
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 32,000 — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only FP2 supports it
Codecs
Adds ProRes RAW, ProRes RAW HQ
Weather sealing
Only FP2 supports it
Weight
460 g vs 713 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R VI
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -5 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
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 24.5 MP — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 59.94 fps — higher is better
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only Alpha 7R VI supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
FP2
Pros
- ✓World's smallest full-frame body (376g body only)
- ✓24.5MP partially stacked sensor, 20fps electronic burst
- ✓6K OpenGate + ProRes RAW HQ, L-Log, 32-bit float audio
- ✓70GB internal storage + SD UHS-II + USB SSD
- ✓Tilting 3.15" LCD, dust/splash resistant, modular EVF-21
Cons
- –No in-body image stabilization (EIS in video only)
- –No built-in EVF — optional EVF-21 sold separately
- –Electronic shutter only
- –No headphone jack (USB audio only)
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
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, FP2 or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R VI scores 8.0/10 versus 3.5/10 for FP2 — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the FP2 and Alpha 7R VI?
FP2 is 24.5 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the FP2 and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
FP2 does not have IBIS, while Alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the FP2 or the Alpha 7R VI?
FP2 reaches 20 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the FP2 and Alpha 7R VI?
FP2 weighs 460 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the FP2 is 253 g lighter.
Do the FP2 and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
FP2: 4K up to 59.94p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the FP2 and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
FP2: Yes. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 370 shots (CIPA) for the FP2 and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Alpha 7R VI the edge.
How much does each cost?
FP2 launched at $2,199 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The FP2 is $2,300 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed October 2026.
Product images courtesy of Sigma and Sony press materials.