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		α7R V	α7R VI	α7R IV	α7R III
Image Sensor	Type	35mm full frame Exmor R CMOS Sensor	35mm full frame Exmor RS CMOS Sensor	35mm full frame Exmor R CMOS Sensor	35mm full frame Exmor R CMOS Sensor
Image Sensor	Number of Pixels (approx., effective)	61.0MP	66.8MP	61.0MP	42.4MP
Processing engine		BIONZ XR	BIONZ XR2	BIONZ X	BIONZ X
AI processing unit		Yes	Yes (Integrated)	No	No
DR		15-stop	16-stop	15-stop	15-stop
AF	Focus Point (Phase-Detection)	693 points (Phase-Detection)	759 points (Phase-Detection)	567 (Phase-Detection) / 425 (Contrast-Detection)	399 (Phase-Detection) / 425 (Contrast-Detection)
	Subject Recognition	Real-time Recognition AF	Real-time Recognition AF+	Eye AF	Eye AF
	Recognition Target	Auto, Human, Animal, Bird, Insect, Car, Train, Airplane	Auto, Human, Animal, Bird, Insect, Car, Train, Airplane	Human, Animal	Human, Animal
	Lowest AF Light Level	EV-4 (ISO 100 equivalent with F2.0 lens attached)	EV-6 (ISO 100 equivalent with F1.2 lens attached in AF-S)	EV-3 (ISO 100 equivalent with F2.0 lenses)	EV-3 (ISO 100 equivalent with F2.0 lenses)
Image Stabilization		8.0 stops**	Center 8.5 stops, periphery 7.0 stops*	5.5 stops	5.5 stops
LCD Screen	LCD Type	4-axis multi-angle monitor	4-axis multi-angle monitor	Tilt	Tilt
Drive	Max. Continuous Drive Speed, (RAW Uncompressed/Lossless compressed)	7fps (Mech.)	30fps (Elec.) 10fps (Mech.)	7fps (Mech.)	10fps (Mech.)
	Speed Boost	No	Yes (5/10/15/20/30fps)	No	No
	Pre-capture	No	Yes	No	No

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The α7R VI offers extraordinary resolution, image quality, and burst speed, thanks to advanced imaging technology refined by feedback from discerning creators. A full system upgrade pushes performance to unprecedented heights.

66.8 MP¹ Approximate, effective.^™

The first in the α7R series to feature a fully stacked Exmor RS image sensor, the α7R VI delivers enhanced image quality with readout speeds up to 5.6x faster². Take your shooting to the next level with 30fps bursts at full resolution³, 4K 60p without cropping, expanded dynamic range, and reliable low-light AF.

Blackout-free continuous shooting at up to 30fps³ with full AF/AE

Shoot bursts at up to 30fps³ at full 66.8 MP¹ resolution, with AF/AE tracking and no viewfinder blackout. Up to 60 AF/AE calculations per second⁴ effortlessly track even complex subject movement. Plus, with the upgraded BIONZ XR2 processing engine and CFexpress Type A card support, capture up to 215 JPG and 65 Compressed (HQ) RAW images continuously.

BIONZ XR^™ with integrated AI processing unit

The BIONZ XR2 engine with an integrated AI processing unit delivers dramatic improvements in image and sound quality, power management, and responsiveness. High-speed processing enables up to 60 AF/AE calculations per second,⁴ blackout-free shooting, and 8K video, while the integrated AI processing unit enhances subject recognition and illumination estimation for unprecedented shooting support.

Expansive creative potential

The fully stacked Exmor RS image sensor delivers class-leading⁵ 66.8 MP resolution and superb image quality for landscapes, portraits, wildlife, and more. Shadow noise is minimised in high-dynamic-range landscapes, and portraits are captured with realistic skin tones.

Up to 16-stop⁶ dynamic range

Up to 16 stops of dynamic range⁶ at low sensitivities supports HDR processing. Outstanding resolution and high sensitivity capture stunning imagery throughout the ISO 100–32000 range.⁷ Noise in night scenes is also reduced.

Stable, accurate auto white balance

The Visible Light + IR Sensor works with deep learning-based illumination estimation to achieve stable, accurate auto white balance under any lighting. Together, they enable natural colour reproduction in a wide variety of scenes. [1] Shot on α7R V [2] Shot on α7R VI

Lifelike rendering of wide dynamic range scenes

The updated D-Range Optimiser (DRO) balances bright highlights and dark shadows and offers a wider range of strength settings, up to Lv8.⁸ At higher levels, DRO lifts shadow areas in strong backlight, delivering more natural-looking portrait shots.

Up to 8.5-step central and 7.0-step peripheral stabilisation⁹

Superb stabilisation performance maximises resolution, preventing degradation due to blur. Stabilisation is even more effective with compatible lenses¹⁰, and telephoto lens shake is also effectively suppressed.

Pre-Capture for key moments prior to shutter release¹¹

Capture the decisive moment—even after it happens. Half-press the shutter button to set focus, then fully press to record a burst of images from 0.03 to 1 second¹² after the initial half-press.

Temporarily boost speed while shooting bursts

During continuous burst shooting, press an assigned custom button to change the shooting speed—for example, from 10fps to 30fps¹³—when the key moment approaches. This feature can be used even while shooting single frames.

Real-time Recognition AF+ for more tenacious tracking

The α7R VI utilises the latest human pose estimation technology for improved recognition and tracking. It accurately maintains focus on the desired subject in a group or when a distant subject is small in the frame, even when the subject is moving.

Improved subject recognition performance¹⁴

Recognition of distant animals and birds has been significantly improved. Choose from Human, Animal, Bird, Insect, Car/Train, or Airplane¹⁴ mode, or let Auto detect the subject type¹⁵. Even when Subject Recognition is turned off, Sony's original algorithm processes multiple data points for reliable tracking.

Full-frame 4K 60p video without cropping

Equipped with an upgraded image sensor and processing engine, the α7R VI is capable of 4K (QFHD: 3840 x 2160) 60p and high frame rate 4K 120p¹⁶ recording without cropping. 4:2:2 colour sampling and 10-bit depth further support high video quality¹⁷.

8K movies for spectacular resolution¹⁸¹⁹

8K 30psup style="cursor: pointer;" class="font-heavy text-primary">18¹⁹ movies can be recorded in XAVC HS format with 8.2K oversampling offering spectacular resolution. This is further enhanced by precision AF performance, along with natural gradations and colours. 8K also supports 4:2:2 10-bit recording.

Dual Gain Shooting for enhanced editing flexibility

Leveraging the sensor's tonal range, Dual Gain Shooting delivers wider latitude with detailed shadows, low noise, and smooth video gradations for enhanced editing flexibility.²⁰

S-Log3 supports post-production workflows

The S-Log3 gamma curve maintains smooth gradations for more effective post processing. S-Gamut3 and S-Gamut3.Cine colour spaces are supported, and S-Cinetone™ and imported user LUTs offer a finished look without grading.

In-camera audio processing

Whether recording via the internal or an external²¹ microphone, Audio Noise Reduction—with Noise Cut and Wind Noise Reduction modes²²—uses digital processing to reduce background, wind, and lens noise²³.

32 bit float audio recording for editing flexibility

The optional XLR-A4 XLR Adaptor enables 96 kHz/32 bit float audio recording. This delivers a wide dynamic range via the Multi Interface (MI) Shoe™ which supports a digital audio interface. This high-quality audio offers greater flexibility during editing.

Bright high-resolution wide-gamut electronic viewfinder

Retaining the class-leading²⁴ 9.44-million-dot resolution²⁵ of its predecessor, the α7R VI upgrades to an OLED electronic viewfinder with a DCI-P3-equivalent colour gamut, 10-bit depth, and up to 3x²⁶ the luminance. Enjoy clear, smooth viewing even in bright outdoor conditions or when shooting HLG stills.

4-axis multi-angle monitor

Sony's 4-axis multi-angle monitor swings up, down, and sideways, and is easily adjustable for the optimum viewing angle. The 3.2-type 2.1 million dot LCD panel is touch sensitive and has a DCI-P3-equivalent colour gamut, displaying clear, natural images.

Illuminated rear-panel buttons

Illuminated rear-panel buttons allow easy status checks and smooth operation even in very dark conditions. Button illumination can be turned on via the top-panel Backlight button.

Front-panel tally lamp clearly shows recording status

Shoot with confidence that the action is being recorded—a tally lamp on the front of the camera clearly indicates current recording status, helping to prevent operational errors.

Easy-to-use cable clamper

With an enhanced design, a cable clamper provides a secure hold while being easier to use. Cables can easily be secured or removed while the clamper is attached to the camera body.