Sony
Alpha 7R
36MP no-AA-filter full-frame mirrorless for landscape and studio — launched the high-res mirrorless era.
$2,299
Launch priceReleased Oct 2013
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
Alpha 7R VI is 12.7 years newer.
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Wins
Alpha 7R
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 3,690,000)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 36.4 MP)
- AAlpha 7R has lower Weight (465 g vs 713 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareAlpha 7R
127 × 94 × 48 mm
465 g (1.03 lb / 16.40 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
Alpha 7R is 6mm narrower, 3mm shorter, and 35mm thinner than Alpha 7R VI.
Alpha 7R is 248 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 48mm Alpha 7R · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Alpha 7R
127 × 94 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Alpha 7R
127 × 48 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 7R
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Alpha 7R
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Alpha 7R VI
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 126.9, 94.4, 48.2
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Alpha 7R supports it
Weather sealing
Only Alpha 7R supports it
Weight
465 g vs 713 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 600 shots — higher is better
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
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 3,690,000 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Resolution
66.8 MP vs 36.4 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 759
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓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
Pros
- ✓36MP no AA filter
- ✓Compact high-res body
- ✓Historic significance
- ✓Great used value
Cons
- –Slow AF
- –No IBIS
- –Very dated ergonomics
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
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for travel, Alpha 7R or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R scores 9.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for Alpha 7R VI — 465g — ultralight for all-day carry.
What's the resolution difference between the Alpha 7R and Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R is 36.4 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Alpha 7R and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
Alpha 7R has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Alpha 7R or the Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R reaches 20 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Alpha 7R and Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R weighs 465 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the Alpha 7R is 248 g lighter.
Do the Alpha 7R and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
Alpha 7R: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Alpha 7R and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
Alpha 7R: Yes. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Alpha 7R and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Alpha 7R the edge.
How much does each cost?
Alpha 7R launched at $2,299 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The Alpha 7R is $2,200 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Sony press materials.