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
FDR-AX700
4K HDR Handycam with 1-inch Exmor RS sensor, 12x Zeiss zoom, 273-point phase-detect AF, S-Log3, and pro-style manual controls.
$1,899
Launch priceReleased Oct 2017
Alpha 7R VI is 8.7 years newer.
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Wins
Alpha 7R VI
Wins
FDR-AX700
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 14.2 MP)
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 2,360,000)
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher RAW buffer depth (150 frames vs 60 frames)
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 15 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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FDR-AX700
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
Alpha 7R VI is 1mm narrower than FDR-AX700 but it is also 6mm taller and 11mm thicker.
Alpha 7R VI is 133 g heavier than FDR-AX700.
Depth (front-to-back): 83mm Alpha 7R VI · 72mm FDR-AX700
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
FDR-AX700
134 × 91 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
FDR-AX700
134 × 72 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
FDR-AX700
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
3.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Alpha 7R VI
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
FDR-AX700: 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 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 14.2 MP — higher is better
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
150 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Reasons to choose
FDR-AX700
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
AA filter
Only FDR-AX700 supports it
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only FDR-AX700 supports it
Internal RAW video
Only FDR-AX700 supports it
Weather sealing
Only FDR-AX700 supports it
Codecs
Adds ProRes
Weight
580 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
FDR-AX700
Pros
- ✓1-inch stacked sensor + Hybrid AF
- ✓S-Log3 / HLG HDR workflow
- ✓12x Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens
- ✓Built-in ND filters
- ✓Dual SD + proxy recording
Cons
- –No XLR without adapter
- –4K30 max
- –No SDI output
- –Consumer Handycam ergonomics
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 portraits, Alpha 7R VI or FDR-AX700?
Alpha 7R VI scores 8.5/10 versus 4.0/10 for FDR-AX700 — 66.8MP — excellent for large prints and crops.
What's the resolution difference between the Alpha 7R VI and FDR-AX700?
Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP and FDR-AX700 is 14.2 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Alpha 7R VI and FDR-AX700 have in-body image stabilization?
Alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization, while FDR-AX700 has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Alpha 7R VI or the FDR-AX700?
Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic. FDR-AX700 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Alpha 7R VI and FDR-AX700?
Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g and FDR-AX700 weighs 580 g, so the FDR-AX700 is 133 g lighter.
Do the Alpha 7R VI and FDR-AX700 record 4K video?
Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p. FDR-AX700: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Alpha 7R VI and FDR-AX700 weather sealed?
Alpha 7R VI: No. FDR-AX700: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 600 shots (CIPA) for the Alpha 7R VI and 640 shots for the FDR-AX700, giving the FDR-AX700 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Alpha 7R VI launched at $4,499 and FDR-AX700 at $1,899. The FDR-AX700 is $2,600 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.