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 6.8 years newer.
Wins
Alpha 7R IV
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
3 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 10 fps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 5,760,000)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 567)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Alpha 7R IV
129 × 96 × 78 mm
665 g (1.47 lb / 23.46 oz)
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
Alpha 7R IV is 4mm narrower, 1mm shorter, and 5mm thinner than Alpha 7R VI.
Alpha 7R IV is 48 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 78mm Alpha 7R IV · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Alpha 7R IV
129 × 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 7R IV
129 × 78 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 7R IV
35.7 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
850 mm² area
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Alpha 7R 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 7R IV
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 128.9, 96.4, 77.5
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II
AA filter
Only Alpha 7R IV supports it
Weather sealing
Only Alpha 7R IV supports it
Codecs
Adds AVCHD
Battery life (CIPA)
670 shots vs 600 shots — higher is better
Weight
665 g vs 713 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R VI
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -3 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
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Eye, Insect…
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.265
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 32,000
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓In-body stabilization — Both support in-body stabilization
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Alpha 7R IV
Pros
- ✓61MP detail
- ✓Great for studio
- ✓Pixel shift mode
Cons
- –Slower AF than A7R V
- –Large files
- –Rolling shutter in video
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 video, Alpha 7R IV or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R VI scores 8.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for Alpha 7R IV — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the Alpha 7R IV and Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R IV is 61 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 7R IV and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
Alpha 7R IV has 5.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Alpha 7R IV or the Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R IV reaches 10 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Alpha 7R IV and Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R IV weighs 665 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the Alpha 7R IV is 48 g lighter.
Do the Alpha 7R IV and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
Alpha 7R IV: 4K up to 30p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Alpha 7R IV and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
Alpha 7R IV: Yes. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 670 shots (CIPA) for the Alpha 7R IV and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Alpha 7R IV the edge.
How much does each cost?
Alpha 7R IV launched at $3,499 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The Alpha 7R IV is $1,000 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Sony press materials.