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
Sony
FX30
Super 35 cinema camera with 4K 120p and affordable entry to Sony Cinema Line.
$1,799
Released Sep 2022
Alpha 7R VI is 3.8 years newer.
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
Wins
FX30
5 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 10 fps)
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 26 MP)
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher RAW buffer depth (150 frames vs 60 frames)
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 495)
- BFX30 has lower Weight (646 g vs 713 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
FX30
130 × 78 × 85 mm
646 g (1.42 lb / 22.79 oz)
Alpha 7R VI is 2mm thinner than FX30 but it is also 3mm wider and 19mm taller.
Alpha 7R VI is 67 g heavier than FX30.
Depth (front-to-back): 83mm Alpha 7R VI · 85mm FX30
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 mm
FX30
130 × 78 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
FX30
130 × 85 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
FX30
23.3 × 15.5 mm · APS-C
361 mm² area
2.4× 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
FX30
✓ 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 -3 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.7, 96.9, 82.9
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Eye, Insect…
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Resolution
66.8 MP vs 26 MP — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
150 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Card types
Adds SDXC UHS-II
AF points / zones
759 vs 495 — higher is better
Reasons to choose
FX30
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 129.7, 77.8, 84.5
Internal RAW video
Only FX30 supports it
Weather sealing
Only FX30 supports it
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
Weight
646 g vs 713 g — lower is better
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
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 600 Mbps
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
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
FX30
Pros
- ✓4K 120p
- ✓Affordable cinema
- ✓Active cooling
- ✓Log profiles
Cons
- –Super 35 crop
- –26MP stills crop
- –No full-frame
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for travel, Alpha 7R VI or FX30?
FX30 scores 8.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for Alpha 7R VI — 646g — compact and travel-friendly.
What's the resolution difference between the Alpha 7R VI and FX30?
Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP and FX30 is 26 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Alpha 7R VI and FX30 have in-body image stabilization?
Alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization, while fX30 has 5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Alpha 7R VI or the FX30?
Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic. FX30 reaches 10 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Alpha 7R VI and FX30?
Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g and FX30 weighs 646 g, so the FX30 is 67 g lighter.
Do the Alpha 7R VI and FX30 record 4K video?
Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p. FX30: 4K up to 120p.
Are the Alpha 7R VI and FX30 weather sealed?
Alpha 7R VI: No. FX30: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 600 shots (CIPA) for the Alpha 7R VI and 570 shots for the FX30, giving the Alpha 7R VI the edge.
How much does each cost?
Alpha 7R VI launched at $4,499 and FX30 at $1,799. The FX30 is $2,700 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Sony press materials.