Sony
Alpha 7 IV
33MP hybrid all-rounder with 10-bit 4K 60p and AI-powered subject tracking.
$2,499
Released Oct 2021
Sony
Alpha 7R VI
66.8MP fully-stacked full-frame high-resolution body with 30fps bursts, 8K 30p, 4K 120p, and Sony's new BIONZ XR2 engine.
$4,499
Released Jun 2026
Alpha 7R VI is 4.6 years newer.
Wins
Alpha 7 IV
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
4 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AAlpha 7 IV has higher RAW buffer depth (828 frames vs 150 frames)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 10 fps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 3,686,400)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 33 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
Alpha 7 IV
131 × 96 × 80 mm
658 g (1.45 lb / 23.21 oz)
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
Alpha 7 IV is 1mm narrower, 1mm shorter, and 3mm thinner than Alpha 7R VI.
Alpha 7 IV is 55 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 80mm Alpha 7 IV · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Alpha 7 IV
131 × 96 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 7 IV
131 × 80 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 7 IV
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
Alpha 7 IV
✓ 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 7 IV
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 131.3, 96.4, 79.8
RAW buffer depth
828 frames vs 150 frames — higher is better
AA filter
Only Alpha 7 IV supports it
Internal RAW video
Only Alpha 7 IV supports it
Weather sealing
Only Alpha 7 IV supports it
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 32,000 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Car/Train, Airplane
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
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 3,686,400 — higher is better
Resolution
66.8 MP vs 33 MP — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Card types
Adds SDXC UHS-II
Subject recognition
Adds Eye, Vehicle
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 759
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 600 Mbps
- ✓In-body stabilization — Both support in-body stabilization
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
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
Alpha 7R VI
Pros
- ✓66.8MP fully-stacked Exmor RS sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free electronic burst
- ✓8K 30p and 4K 120p video
- ✓8.5-stop in-body stabilization
- ✓9.44M-dot HDR OLED EVF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Large files demand fast cards and storage
- –8K workflow can be heavy
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for vlogging, Alpha 7 IV or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7 IV scores 8.0/10 versus 5.5/10 for Alpha 7R VI — Fully articulating screen — see yourself while filming.
What's the resolution difference between the Alpha 7 IV and Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7 IV is 33 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 7 IV and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
Alpha 7 IV has 5.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Alpha 7 IV or the Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7 IV reaches 10 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Alpha 7 IV and Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7 IV weighs 658 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the Alpha 7 IV is 55 g lighter.
Do the Alpha 7 IV and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
Alpha 7 IV: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Alpha 7 IV and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
Alpha 7 IV: Yes. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 580 shots (CIPA) for the Alpha 7 IV and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Alpha 7R VI the edge.
How much does each cost?
Alpha 7 IV launched at $2,499 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The Alpha 7 IV is $2,000 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Sony press materials.