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
Z CAM
E2-F6
Full-frame cinema box with 6K recording, dual native ISO, and EF/PL mount options.
$1,999
Launch priceReleased Nov 2022
Alpha 7R VI is 3.6 years newer.
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Wins
Alpha 7R VI
Wins
E2-F6
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 24.4 MP)
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 3,690,000)
- AAlpha 7R VI has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 20 fps)
- BE2-F6 has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 759)
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
E2-F6
112 × 99 × 99 mm
850 g (1.87 lb / 29.98 oz)
Alpha 7R VI is 2mm shorter and 16mm thinner than E2-F6 but it is also 21mm wider.
Alpha 7R VI is 137 g lighter than E2-F6.
Depth (front-to-back): 83mm Alpha 7R VI · 99mm E2-F6
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
E2-F6
112 × 99 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
E2-F6
112 × 99 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
E2-F6
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Alpha 7R VI
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
E2-F6: 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
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 200 Mbps — higher is better
Resolution
66.8 MP vs 24.4 MP — higher is better
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 3,690,000 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Eye, Insect
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
E2-F6
Codecs
Adds ZRAW, ProRes
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 112, 99, 99
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
AA filter
Only E2-F6 supports it
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -6 EV — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only E2-F6 supports it
Internal RAW video
Only E2-F6 supports it
Weather sealing
Only E2-F6 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓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
E2-F6
Pros
- ✓Full-frame 6K
- ✓Dual native ISO
- ✓ZRAW & ProRes
- ✓Compact box form
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –Box ergonomics
- –Requires accessories
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Alpha 7R VI or E2-F6?
E2-F6 scores 9.5/10 versus 7.0/10 for Alpha 7R VI — 20fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the Alpha 7R VI and E2-F6?
Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP and E2-F6 is 24.4 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Alpha 7R VI and E2-F6 have in-body image stabilization?
Alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization, while E2-F6 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Alpha 7R VI or the E2-F6?
Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic. E2-F6 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Alpha 7R VI and E2-F6?
Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g and E2-F6 weighs 850 g, so the Alpha 7R VI is 137 g lighter.
Do the Alpha 7R VI and E2-F6 record 4K video?
Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p. E2-F6: 6K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Alpha 7R VI and E2-F6 weather sealed?
Alpha 7R VI: No. E2-F6: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 600 shots (CIPA) for the Alpha 7R VI and 640 shots for the E2-F6, giving the E2-F6 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Alpha 7R VI launched at $4,499 and E2-F6 at $1,999. The E2-F6 is $2,500 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 Z CAM press materials.