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
RX1R II
Full-frame 42MP compact with fixed 35mm f/2 Zeiss lens — still unmatched for discreet high-res street work.
$3,299
Launch priceReleased Oct 2015
Alpha 7 V is 10.2 years newer.
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Wins
Alpha 7 V
Wins
RX1R II
5 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AAlpha 7 V has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- AAlpha 7 V has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 25,600)
- AAlpha 7 V has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- AAlpha 7 V has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 20 fps)
- BRX1R II has lower Weight (507 g vs 695 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Alpha 7 V
130 × 96 × 82 mm
695 g (1.53 lb / 24.52 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
RX1R II
113 × 65 × 72 mm
507 g (1.12 lb / 17.88 oz)
Alpha 7 V is 17mm wider, 31mm taller, and 10mm thicker than RX1R II.
Alpha 7 V is 188 g heavier than RX1R II.
Depth (front-to-back): 82mm Alpha 7 V · 72mm RX1R II
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
RX1R II
113 × 65 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
RX1R II
113 × 72 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 7 V
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
RX1R II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Alpha 7 V
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
RX1R II: mount data unavailable
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
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Subject recognition
Adds Insect, Car, Train…
AA filter
Only Alpha 7 V supports it
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only Alpha 7 V supports it
Reasons to choose
RX1R II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 113.3, 65.4, 72
Weight
507 g vs 695 g — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Vehicle
Resolution
42.4 MP vs 33 MP — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
120 frames vs 95 frames — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 630 shots — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 759
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 94 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
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
RX1R II
Pros
- ✓42MP full-frame in pocket class
- ✓Zeiss 35mm f/2 lens
- ✓Pop-up EVF
- ✓No AA filter
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –Slow AF by modern standards
- –Premium price when new
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 sports, Alpha 7 V or RX1R II?
Alpha 7 V scores 9.5/10 versus 7.0/10 for RX1R II — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the Alpha 7 V and RX1R II?
Alpha 7 V is 33 MP and RX1R II is 42.4 MP, so the RX1R II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Alpha 7 V and RX1R II have in-body image stabilization?
Alpha 7 V has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while RX1R II has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Alpha 7 V or the RX1R II?
Alpha 7 V reaches 30 fps electronic. RX1R II reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Alpha 7 V and RX1R II?
Alpha 7 V weighs 695 g and RX1R II weighs 507 g, so the RX1R II is 188 g lighter.
Do the Alpha 7 V and RX1R II record 4K video?
Alpha 7 V: 4K up to 120p. RX1R II: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Alpha 7 V and RX1R II weather sealed?
Alpha 7 V: Yes. RX1R II: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 630 shots (CIPA) for the Alpha 7 V and 640 shots for the RX1R II, giving the RX1R II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Alpha 7 V launched at $2,899 and RX1R II at $3,299. The Alpha 7 V is $400 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.