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
RX100 VII
Premium 1-inch pocket camera with 24–200mm zoom and real-time tracking AF.
$1,299
Released Aug 2019
Alpha 7R VI is 6.8 years newer.
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
Wins
RX100 VII
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TL;DR — Key differences
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 2,359,296)
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 20.1 MP)
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 12,800)
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)
RX100 VII
102 × 58 × 43 mm
302 g (0.67 lb / 10.65 oz)
Alpha 7R VI is 31mm wider, 39mm taller, and 40mm thicker than RX100 VII.
Alpha 7R VI is 411 g heavier than RX100 VII.
Depth (front-to-back): 83mm Alpha 7R VI · 43mm RX100 VII
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 mm
RX100 VII
102 × 58 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
RX100 VII
102 × 43 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
RX100 VII
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
RX100 VII: 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
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 2,359,296 — higher is better
Resolution
66.8 MP vs 20.1 MP — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Eye, Insect…
Reasons to choose
RX100 VII
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 101.6, 58.1, 42.8
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I, Memory Stick Duo
Weight
302 g vs 713 g — lower is better
AA filter
Only RX100 VII supports it
Codecs
Adds AVCHD
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
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
RX100 VII
Pros
- ✓Pocketable zoom range
- ✓Real-time Eye AF
- ✓Great travel camera
Cons
- –1-inch sensor
- –Expensive
- –Small controls
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Alpha 7R VI or RX100 VII?
Alpha 7R VI scores 7.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for RX100 VII — 66.8MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Alpha 7R VI and RX100 VII?
Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP and RX100 VII is 20.1 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Alpha 7R VI and RX100 VII have in-body image stabilization?
Alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization, while rX100 VII does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Alpha 7R VI or the RX100 VII?
Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic. RX100 VII reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Alpha 7R VI and RX100 VII?
Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g and RX100 VII weighs 302 g, so the RX100 VII is 411 g lighter.
Do the Alpha 7R VI and RX100 VII record 4K video?
Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p. RX100 VII: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Alpha 7R VI and RX100 VII weather sealed?
Alpha 7R VI: No. RX100 VII: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 600 shots (CIPA) for the Alpha 7R VI and 260 shots for the RX100 VII, giving the Alpha 7R VI the edge.
How much does each cost?
Alpha 7R VI launched at $4,499 and RX100 VII at $1,299. The RX100 VII is $3,200 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Sony press materials.