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
Sphra360
8K 360-degree camera with 1/1.1-inch CMOS sensor, 100MP panoramic photos, 5K single-lens mode, 10-bit X-Log, 105GB built-in storage, and Bullet Time up to 240fps.
$329
Launch priceReleased Nov 2025
Alpha 7R VI is 7 months newer.
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Wins
Alpha 7R VI
Wins
Sphra360
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 0)
- BSphra360 has lower Weight (181 g vs 713 g)
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 170 Mbps)
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- BSphra360 has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 32,000)
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)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Sphra360
61 × 36 × 81 mm
181 g (0.40 lb / 6.38 oz)
Alpha 7R VI is 71mm wider, 61mm taller, and 2mm thicker than Sphra360.
Alpha 7R VI is 532 g heavier than Sphra360.
Depth (front-to-back): 83mm Alpha 7R VI · 81mm Sphra360
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
Sphra360
61 × 36 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
Sphra360
61 × 81 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 lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Sphra360: 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
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 170 Mbps — higher is better
Eye AF
Only Alpha 7R VI supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only Alpha 7R VI supports it
Reasons to choose
Sphra360
Codecs
Adds H.265 (HEVC), XTV (360 format)
Stabilization modes
Adds MotionMaster, 360 Horizon Lock
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 61.3, 36.3, 81
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
181 g vs 713 g — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Sphra360 supports it
Weather sealing
Only Sphra360 supports it
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 32,000 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓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
Sphra360
Pros
- ✓8K 360 video, 100MP 360 photos
- ✓1/1.1-inch sensor with f/1.9
- ✓5K 60fps single-lens mode
- ✓105GB built-in + 1TB microSD
Cons
- –~100 min battery
- –360° stitching needed
- –10m waterproof only
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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 Sphra360?
Alpha 7R VI scores 8.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for Sphra360 — 66.8MP — excellent for large prints and crops.
What's the resolution difference between the Alpha 7R VI and Sphra360?
Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP and Sphra360 is 100 MP, so the Sphra360 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Alpha 7R VI and Sphra360 have in-body image stabilization?
Alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization, while Sphra360 uses Electronic stabilization (MotionMaster + FlowState 360) (electronic).
What's the weight difference between the Alpha 7R VI and Sphra360?
Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g and Sphra360 weighs 181 g, so the Sphra360 is 532 g lighter.
Do the Alpha 7R VI and Sphra360 record 4K video?
Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p. Sphra360: 8K 360 (panoramic) (max), 4K up to 100p.
Are the Alpha 7R VI and Sphra360 weather sealed?
Alpha 7R VI: No. Sphra360: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 600 shots (CIPA) for the Alpha 7R VI and 640 shots for the Sphra360, giving the Sphra360 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Alpha 7R VI launched at $4,499 and Sphra360 at $329. The Sphra360 is $4,170 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.