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
Sony
Alpha 7S
12MP low-light video legend that changed indie filmmaking with incredible high ISO performance.
$2,499
Launch priceReleased Apr 2014
Alpha 7R VI is 12.2 years newer.
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Wins
Alpha 7R VI
Wins
Alpha 7S
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 12.2 MP)
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 3,690,000)
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 20 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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Alpha 7S
127 × 94 × 48 mm
489 g (1.08 lb / 17.25 oz)
Alpha 7R VI is 6mm wider, 3mm taller, and 35mm thicker than Alpha 7S.
Alpha 7R VI is 224 g heavier than Alpha 7S.
Depth (front-to-back): 83mm Alpha 7R VI · 48mm Alpha 7S
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7S
127 × 94 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7S
127 × 48 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Alpha 7S
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Alpha 7R VI
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Alpha 7S
✓ 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 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
Resolution
66.8 MP vs 12.2 MP — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 3,690,000 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7S
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 126.9, 94.4, 48.2
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
AA filter
Only Alpha 7S supports it
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Alpha 7S supports it
Internal RAW video
Only Alpha 7S supports it
Weather sealing
Only Alpha 7S supports it
Codecs
Adds ProRes
Weight
489 g vs 713 g — lower 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
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
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
Alpha 7S
Pros
- ✓Legendary low light
- ✓12MP optimized for video
- ✓Full-frame
- ✓Historic video body
Cons
- –12MP for stills
- –No IBIS
- –Superseded by a7S series
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for travel, Alpha 7R VI or Alpha 7S?
Alpha 7S scores 8.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for Alpha 7R VI — 489g — ultralight for all-day carry.
What's the resolution difference between the Alpha 7R VI and Alpha 7S?
Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP and Alpha 7S is 12.2 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Alpha 7R VI and Alpha 7S have in-body image stabilization?
Alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 7S has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Alpha 7R VI or the Alpha 7S?
Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 7S reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Alpha 7R VI and Alpha 7S?
Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g and Alpha 7S weighs 489 g, so the Alpha 7S is 224 g lighter.
Do the Alpha 7R VI and Alpha 7S record 4K video?
Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p. Alpha 7S: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Alpha 7R VI and Alpha 7S weather sealed?
Alpha 7R VI: No. Alpha 7S: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 600 shots (CIPA) for the Alpha 7R VI and 640 shots for the Alpha 7S, giving the Alpha 7S the edge.
How much does each cost?
Alpha 7R VI launched at $4,499 and Alpha 7S at $2,499. The Alpha 7S is $2,000 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.