Sony
Alpha 7 V
33MP partially stacked Exmor RS hybrid with BIONZ XR2 AI, 30fps blackout-free burst, 7.5-stop IBIS, and 4K 60p oversampled from 7K.
$2,899
Launch priceReleased Dec 2025
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 6 months newer.
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Wins
Alpha 7 V
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
6 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- 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)
- AAlpha 7 V has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 32,000)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher RAW buffer depth (150 frames vs 95 frames)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher EVF magnification (0.9 × vs 0.78 ×)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Alpha 7 V
130 × 96 × 82 mm
695 g (1.53 lb / 24.52 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
Alpha 7 V is 2mm narrower, 1mm shorter, and 1mm thinner than Alpha 7R VI.
Alpha 7 V is 18 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 82mm Alpha 7 V · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Alpha 7 V
130 × 96 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.
Alpha 7 V
130 × 82 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 7 V
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 V
✓ 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 V
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130.3, 96.4, 82.4
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A / SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II
AA filter
Only Alpha 7 V supports it
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Alpha 7 V supports it
Internal RAW video
Only Alpha 7 V supports it
Weather sealing
Only Alpha 7 V supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Car, Train, Airplane
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 32,000 — 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
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 3,686,400 — higher is better
Resolution
66.8 MP vs 33 MP — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
150 frames vs 95 frames — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Eye, Vehicle
EVF magnification
0.9 × vs 0.78 × — higher is better
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
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Alpha 7 V
Pros
- ✓33MP partially stacked sensor — ~4.5× faster readout than α7 IV
- ✓Blackout-free 30 fps with full AF/AE (electronic shutter)
- ✓7.5-stop central / 6.5-stop peripheral IBIS (CIPA 2024)
- ✓759-point phase-detect AF down to EV -4 with AI subject recognition
- ✓7K oversampled 4K 60p (full-frame, no pixel binning) + 4K 120p
- ✓Pre-Capture and dual USB-C (10 Gbps + USB 2.0)
- ✓Up to 16 stops dynamic range
Cons
- –Premium price vs α7 IV
- –4K 120p typically requires APS-C / Super 35 crop
- –Heavier than α7 IV (695 g vs 659 g with battery)
- –Complex menu and feature set
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
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, Alpha 7 V or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7 V scores 10.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for Alpha 7R VI — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the Alpha 7 V and Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7 V 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 V and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
Alpha 7 V has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Alpha 7 V or the Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7 V reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Alpha 7 V and Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7 V weighs 695 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the Alpha 7 V is 18 g lighter.
Do the Alpha 7 V and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
Alpha 7 V: 4K up to 120p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Alpha 7 V and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
Alpha 7 V: Yes. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 630 shots (CIPA) for the Alpha 7 V and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Alpha 7 V the edge.
How much does each cost?
Alpha 7 V launched at $2,899 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The Alpha 7 V is $1,600 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Sony press materials.