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-Z90
Palm-sized XDCAM with 1-inch Exmor RS sensor, 12x Zeiss zoom, Fast Hybrid AF, 3G-SDI, dual XLR, and XAVC 4K up to 30p.
$2,799
Launch priceReleased Dec 2017
Alpha 7R VI is 8.5 years newer.
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Wins
Alpha 7R VI
Wins
PXW-Z90
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 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
for scale
PXW-Z90
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
Alpha 7R VI is 1mm narrower than PXW-Z90 but it is also 6mm taller and 11mm thicker.
Alpha 7R VI is 133 g heavier than PXW-Z90.
Depth (front-to-back): 83mm Alpha 7R VI · 72mm PXW-Z90
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
PXW-Z90
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
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
PXW-Z90
134 × 72 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
PXW-Z90
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
PXW-Z90: 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
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
PXW-Z90
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
AA filter
Only PXW-Z90 supports it
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only PXW-Z90 supports it
Internal RAW video
Only PXW-Z90 supports it
Weather sealing
Only PXW-Z90 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
PXW-Z90
Pros
- ✓1-inch stacked Exmor RS (14.2MP)
- ✓273-point Fast Hybrid AF
- ✓Built-in ND (1/4, 1/16, 1/64)
- ✓3G-SDI + dual XLR handle
- ✓S-Log3 / HLG / S-Cinetone
Cons
- –4K limited to 30p
- –Small palm body ergonomics
- –XAVC 100Mbps max in 4K
- –Superseded by newer NX800/Z200 line
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the Alpha 7R VI and PXW-Z90 at major authorized retailers.
Sony Alpha 7R VI
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, Alpha 7R VI or PXW-Z90?
Alpha 7R VI scores 8.5/10 versus 4.0/10 for PXW-Z90 — 66.8MP — excellent for large prints and crops.
What's the resolution difference between the Alpha 7R VI and PXW-Z90?
Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP and PXW-Z90 is 14.2 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Alpha 7R VI and PXW-Z90 have in-body image stabilization?
Alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization, while PXW-Z90 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Alpha 7R VI or the PXW-Z90?
Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic. PXW-Z90 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Alpha 7R VI and PXW-Z90?
Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g and PXW-Z90 weighs 580 g, so the PXW-Z90 is 133 g lighter.
Do the Alpha 7R VI and PXW-Z90 record 4K video?
Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p. PXW-Z90: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Alpha 7R VI and PXW-Z90 weather sealed?
Alpha 7R VI: No. PXW-Z90: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 600 shots (CIPA) for the Alpha 7R VI and 640 shots for the PXW-Z90, giving the PXW-Z90 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Alpha 7R VI launched at $4,499 and PXW-Z90 at $2,799. The PXW-Z90 is $1,700 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.