Sony
Alpha 6000
Classic compact APS-C body that sold millions and introduced many to mirrorless.
$649
Released Feb 2014
Sony
Alpha 7 IV
33MP hybrid all-rounder with 10-bit 4K 60p and AI-powered subject tracking.
$2,499
Released Oct 2021
Alpha 7 IV is 7.7 years newer.
Wins
Alpha 6000
Wins
Alpha 7 IV
3 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 0 fps)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher IBIS effectiveness (5.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher RAW buffer depth (828 frames vs 60 frames)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 179)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Alpha 6000
120 × 67 × 45 mm
344 g (0.76 lb / 12.13 oz)
Alpha 7 IV
131 × 96 × 80 mm
658 g (1.45 lb / 23.21 oz)
Alpha 6000 is 11mm narrower, 30mm shorter, and 35mm thinner than Alpha 7 IV.
Alpha 6000 is 314 g lighter than Alpha 7 IV.
Depth (front-to-back): 45mm Alpha 6000 · 80mm Alpha 7 IV
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 6000
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Alpha 7 IV
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
2.3× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Alpha 6000
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
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
Alpha 6000
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 120, 66.9, 45.1
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Codecs
Adds AVCHD, MP4
Weight
344 g vs 658 g — lower is better
Burst (mechanical)
11 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
11 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7 IV
AF low-light limit
-4 EV vs -1 EV — lower is better
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 0 fps — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
5.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 131.3, 96.4, 79.8
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
RAW buffer depth
828 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Insect…
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 94 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓EVF refresh rate — Both 120 Hz
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Alpha 6000
Pros
- ✓Ultra compact
- ✓Fast AF for era
- ✓Affordable
Cons
- –Very dated
- –No IBIS
- –No 4K
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
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, Alpha 6000 or Alpha 7 IV?
Alpha 7 IV scores 7.5/10 versus 1.0/10 for Alpha 6000 — 4K recording.
What's the resolution difference between the Alpha 6000 and Alpha 7 IV?
Alpha 6000 is 24.3 MP and Alpha 7 IV is 33 MP, so the Alpha 7 IV captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Alpha 6000 and Alpha 7 IV have in-body image stabilization?
Alpha 6000 does not have IBIS, while alpha 7 IV has 5.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Alpha 6000 or the Alpha 7 IV?
Alpha 6000 reaches 11 fps electronic. Alpha 7 IV reaches 10 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Alpha 6000 and Alpha 7 IV?
Alpha 6000 weighs 344 g and Alpha 7 IV weighs 658 g, so the Alpha 6000 is 314 g lighter.
Do the Alpha 6000 and Alpha 7 IV record 4K video?
Alpha 6000: Full HD. Alpha 7 IV: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Alpha 6000 and Alpha 7 IV weather sealed?
Alpha 6000: No. Alpha 7 IV: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 360 shots (CIPA) for the Alpha 6000 and 580 shots for the Alpha 7 IV, giving the Alpha 7 IV the edge.
How much does each cost?
Alpha 6000 launched at $649 and Alpha 7 IV at $2,499. The Alpha 6000 is $1,850 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Sony press materials.