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Alpha 7R VI

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 price

Released Jun 2026

vs
Edge Pro

Xtra

Edge Pro

Flagship action camera with 1/1.3-inch sensor, 4K/120fps in 4:3, Night View mode, 32× slow motion, 20m waterproof, and 230-min cold-resistant battery.

$299

Launch price

Released Oct 2025

Alpha 7R VI is 8 months newer.

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Wins

3categories

Alpha 7R VI

PortraitVideo & Hybrid

Wins

2categories

Edge Pro

Sports & ActionTravel

2 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

Alpha 7R VI wins 3 categories·Edge Pro wins 2 categories
  • BEdge Pro has lower Weight (147 g vs 713 g)
  • AAlpha 7R VI has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
  • AAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 40 MP)
  • BEdge Pro has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 32,000)
  • AAlpha 7R VI has higher Battery capacity (2670 mAh vs 1900 mAh)

Key specs at a glance

Alpha 7R VIEdge Pro
Resolution66.8 MP40 MP
SensorFull Frame1/1.3"-Type
ISO max32,00051,200
Burst30 fps
4K120 fps120 fps
IBISYesNo
Weight713 g147 g
Battery600 shots

Size and weight, to scale

Alpha 7R VI front view

Alpha 7R VI

133 × 97 × 83 mm

713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

Edge Pro front view

Edge Pro

71 × 44 × 33 mm

147 g (0.32 lb / 5.19 oz)

Alpha 7R VI is 62mm wider, 53mm taller, and 50mm thicker than Edge Pro.

Alpha 7R VI is 566 g heavier than Edge Pro.

Depth (front-to-back): 83mm Alpha 7R VI · 33mm Edge Pro

Back view, to scale

Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.

Alpha 7R VI back view

Alpha 7R VI

133 × 97 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

Edge Pro back view

Edge Pro

71 × 44 mm

Top view, to scale

Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.

Alpha 7R VI top view

Alpha 7R VI

133 × 83 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

Edge Pro top view

Edge Pro

71 × 33 mm

Sensor size, to scale

Alpha 7R VI

35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame

862 mm² area

Lens ecosystem

Native lens selection

Alpha 7R VI

✓ more lenses

Sony E

350+

native lenses available

80 first-party270 third-party

Edge Pro: 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

Use caseAlpha 7R VIEdge Pro
Portrait
8.5Excellent✓ wins
3.0Limited
Sports & Action
7.0Good
10.0Excellent✓ wins
Video & Hybrid
8.0Excellent✓ wins
3.0Limited
Landscape
7.5Good✓ wins
4.5Fair
Travel
5.0Fair
6.0Good✓ wins
Wildlife
6.5Good✓ wins
4.0Fair
Vlogging
5.5Fair✓ wins
4.0Fair

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

Alpha 7R VI

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 132.7, 96.9, 82.9

  • Card types

    Adds CFexpress Type A, SDXC UHS-II

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Animal, Bird, Eye…

  • Codecs

    Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I

  • Eye AF

    Only Alpha 7R VI supports it

  • Animal / bird AF

    Only Alpha 7R VI supports it

  • In-body stabilization (IBIS)

    Only Alpha 7R VI supports it

  • Card slots

    2 vs 1 — higher is better

Reasons to choose

Edge Pro

  • Stabilization modes

    Adds MotionMaster, TiltGuard, 360 Lock

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 70.5, 44.2, 32.8

  • Card types

    Adds microSD

  • Weight

    147 g vs 713 g — lower is better

  • Pre-Capture / Pre-Release

    Only Edge Pro supports it

  • Codecs

    Adds AVC, HEVC

  • Weather sealing

    Only Edge Pro supports it

  • ISO max (native)

    51,200 vs 32,000 — higher is better

Both cameras share

  • ISO min (native)Both 100
  • 4K max frame rateBoth 120 fps
  • TouchscreenBoth support touchscreen
  • Wi-FiBoth support wi-fi
  • BluetoothBoth 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 Pro

Pros

  • 4K/120fps 4:3 + 13.5 stops DR
  • 4K/60fps Night View AI mode
  • 20m waterproof (no case)
  • 230 min battery; –20 °C rated

Cons

  • Fixed lens
  • Night View limited to 8-bit
  • Larger/heavier than Edge

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

Alpha 7R VI
Edge Pro
Resolution
66.8 MP+67%
40 MP
Sensor type
Full-Frame Stacked CMOS
CMOS
Sensor size
35.9 × 24.0 mm
1/1.3"-Type
AA filter
No
No
Alpha 7R VI
Edge Pro
Aperture
2.8
Field of view
155 °
Alpha 7R VI
Edge Pro
Processor
BIONZ XR with AI processing unit
Xtra AI processor with color temperature sensor
Alpha 7R VI
Edge Pro
ISO min (native)
100
100
ISO max (native)
32,000
51,200+0.7 stops
ISO max (expanded)
102,400
12,800
Alpha 7R VI
Edge Pro
Shutter type
Mechanical focal plane shutter + electronic rolling shutter
Electronic shutter
Max mechanical speed
1/8000 sec
1/8000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/8000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for portraits, Alpha 7R VI or Edge Pro?

Alpha 7R VI scores 8.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for Edge Pro — 66.8MP — excellent for large prints and crops.

What's the resolution difference between the Alpha 7R VI and Edge Pro?

Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP and Edge Pro is 40 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

Do the Alpha 7R VI and Edge Pro have in-body image stabilization?

Alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization, while Edge Pro does not have IBIS.

What's the weight difference between the Alpha 7R VI and Edge Pro?

Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g and Edge Pro weighs 147 g, so the Edge Pro is 566 g lighter.

Do the Alpha 7R VI and Edge Pro record 4K video?

Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p. Edge Pro: 4K up to 120p.

Are the Alpha 7R VI and Edge Pro weather sealed?

Alpha 7R VI: No. Edge Pro: Yes.

How much does each cost?

Alpha 7R VI launched at $4,499 and Edge Pro at $299. The Edge Pro is $4,200 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.