Sony
Alpha 5000
Ultra-compact entry E-mount body that brought mirrorless to the mass market.
$399
Launch priceReleased Apr 2014
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 12.2 years newer.
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Wins
Alpha 5000
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 2,360,000)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 20.1 MP)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 11 fps)
- AAlpha 5000 has lower Weight (269 g vs 713 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareAlpha 5000
110 × 63 × 33 mm
269 g (0.59 lb / 9.49 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)
Alpha 5000 is 23mm narrower, 34mm shorter, and 50mm thinner than Alpha 7R VI.
Alpha 5000 is 444 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 33mm Alpha 5000 · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Alpha 5000
110 × 63 mm
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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.
Alpha 5000
110 × 33 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 5000
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 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
Alpha 5000
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
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
Alpha 5000
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 109.6, 62.8, 32.7
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
Weight
269 g vs 713 g — lower is better
AA filter
Only Alpha 5000 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
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
Resolution
66.8 MP vs 20.1 MP — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 11 fps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
150 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 759
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Alpha 5000
Pros
- ✓Very affordable
- ✓Compact
- ✓20MP APS-C
- ✓Flip screen
Cons
- –No EVF
- –Very dated
- –Limited controls
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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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Alpha 5000 or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R VI scores 7.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for Alpha 5000 — 66.8MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Alpha 5000 and Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 5000 is 20.1 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Alpha 5000 and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
Alpha 5000 does not have IBIS, while Alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Alpha 5000 or the Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 5000 reaches 11 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Alpha 5000 and Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 5000 weighs 269 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the Alpha 5000 is 444 g lighter.
Do the Alpha 5000 and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
Alpha 5000: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Alpha 5000 and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
Alpha 5000: No. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Alpha 5000 and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Alpha 5000 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Alpha 5000 launched at $399 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The Alpha 5000 is $4,100 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Sony press materials.