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
Xtra
Edge
Lightweight 149g action camera with 1/1.3-inch sensor, 4K/120fps, 52ft waterproofing, dual touchscreens, and 180-min battery.
$199
Launch priceReleased Mar 2026
Alpha 7R VI is 2 months newer.
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Wins
Alpha 7R VI
Wins
Edge
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 0)
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 10 MP)
- BEdge has lower Weight (149 g vs 713 g)
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 12,800)
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
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
Edge
71 × 44 × 33 mm
149 g (0.33 lb / 5.26 oz)
Alpha 7R VI is 62mm wider, 53mm taller, and 50mm thicker than Edge.
Alpha 7R VI is 564 g heavier than Edge.
Depth (front-to-back): 83mm Alpha 7R VI · 33mm Edge
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
Edge
71 × 44 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
Edge
71 × 33 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Edge
9.6 × 7.2 mm · Compact
69 mm² area
12.5× 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
Edge: 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 points / zones
759 vs 0 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
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 10 MP — higher is better
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Eye AF
Only Alpha 7R VI supports it
Reasons to choose
Edge
Codecs
Adds H.264 (AVC), H.265 (HEVC)
Stabilization modes
Adds TiltGuard, MotionMaster
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 70.5, 44.2, 32.8
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
149 g vs 713 g — lower is better
Weather sealing
Only Edge supports it
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 600 shots — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓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 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
Edge
Pros
- ✓1/1.3-inch sensor at $199
- ✓52ft waterproof (no case)
- ✓149g ultra-lightweight
- ✓3-hour battery
Cons
- –No built-in storage
- –Fixed lens
- –No pre-recording
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Sony Alpha 7R VI
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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 Edge?
Alpha 7R VI scores 8.5/10 versus 1.0/10 for Edge — 66.8MP — excellent for large prints and crops.
What's the resolution difference between the Alpha 7R VI and Edge?
Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP and Edge is 10 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Alpha 7R VI and Edge have in-body image stabilization?
Alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization, while Edge uses Electronic stabilization (TiltGuard + MotionMaster) (electronic).
What's the weight difference between the Alpha 7R VI and Edge?
Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g and Edge weighs 149 g, so the Edge is 564 g lighter.
Do the Alpha 7R VI and Edge record 4K video?
Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p. Edge: 4K up to 120p.
Are the Alpha 7R VI and Edge weather sealed?
Alpha 7R VI: No. Edge: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 600 shots (CIPA) for the Alpha 7R VI and 640 shots for the Edge, giving the Edge the edge.
How much does each cost?
Alpha 7R VI launched at $4,499 and Edge at $199. The Edge is $4,300 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Sony and Xtra press materials.