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
PXW-Z200
AI-powered XDCAM with 1-inch Exmor RS sensor, 20x G Lens zoom, 4K60/120p, 12G-SDI, XAVC MXF, variable ND, and RTMP/SRT streaming.
$3,999
Launch priceReleased Sep 2024
Alpha 7R VI is 1.8 years newer.
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Wins
Alpha 7R VI
Wins
PXW-Z200
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 14 MP)
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- AAlpha 7R VI has lower Weight (713 g vs 1960 g)
- 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
for scale
PXW-Z200
176 × 201 × 371 mm
1960 g (4.32 lb / 69.14 oz)
Alpha 7R VI is 43mm narrower, 104mm shorter, and 288mm thinner than PXW-Z200.
Alpha 7R VI is 1247 g lighter than PXW-Z200.
Depth (front-to-back): 83mm Alpha 7R VI · 371mm PXW-Z200
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
PXW-Z200
176 × 201 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
PXW-Z200
176 × 371 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
PXW-Z200
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1″
116 mm² area
7.4× 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
PXW-Z200: 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 MP — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
Weight
713 g vs 1960 g — lower is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only Alpha 7R VI supports it
Reasons to choose
PXW-Z200
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 175.6, 201.3, 371.1
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
AA filter
Only PXW-Z200 supports it
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only PXW-Z200 supports it
Codecs
Adds XAVC MXF, MPEG HD422
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 600 shots — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
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
PXW-Z200
Pros
- ✓12G-SDI + timecode in/out for broadcast
- ✓XAVC MXF / XAVC S-I / XAVC HS codecs
- ✓AI subject recognition AF + auto framing
- ✓4K up to 60p / 120p slow motion
- ✓Variable ND (1/4–1/128) + S-Cinetone
Cons
- –Premium over HXR-NX800
- –Heavy at 1.96 kg body-only
- –Some MXF features require firmware 2.0+
- –C3 Portal streaming is paid add-on
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the Alpha 7R VI and PXW-Z200 at major authorized retailers.
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Alpha 7R VI or PXW-Z200?
Alpha 7R VI scores 7.5/10 versus 1.0/10 for PXW-Z200 — 66.8MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Alpha 7R VI and PXW-Z200?
Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP and PXW-Z200 is 14 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Alpha 7R VI and PXW-Z200 have in-body image stabilization?
Alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization, while PXW-Z200 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Alpha 7R VI or the PXW-Z200?
Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic. PXW-Z200 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Alpha 7R VI and PXW-Z200?
Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g and PXW-Z200 weighs 1960 g, so the Alpha 7R VI is 1247 g lighter.
Do the Alpha 7R VI and PXW-Z200 record 4K video?
Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p. PXW-Z200: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Alpha 7R VI and PXW-Z200 weather sealed?
Alpha 7R VI: No. PXW-Z200: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 600 shots (CIPA) for the Alpha 7R VI and 640 shots for the PXW-Z200, giving the PXW-Z200 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Alpha 7R VI launched at $4,499 and PXW-Z200 at $3,999. The PXW-Z200 is $500 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.