α7R VI FULL-FRAME HIGH-RESOLUTION CAMERA

Full Specifications & Features

ILCE-7RM6

General

CAMERA TYPE
Interchangeable lens digital camera
Lens Mount
E-mount

Camera Section

SENSOR TYPE
35mm full frame (35.9 x 24.0 mm), Exmor RS CMOS sensor
NUMBER OF PIXELS (Total)
Approx. 72.6 megapixels
NUMBER OF PIXELS (EFFECTIVE)
Still images: Approx. 66.8 megapixels max., Movies: Approx. 55.8 megapixels max.
COLOR TEMPERATURE RANGE
2500 K - 9900 K

Image Sensor

Anti-Dust System
Yes

Recording (still images)

RECORDING FORMAT
JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.32, MPF Baseline compliant), HEIF (MPEG-A MIAF compliant), RAW (Sony ARW 6.0 format compliant)
IMAGE SIZE (PIXELS) [3:2]
35mm full frame L: 9984 x 6656 (66 M), M: 6528 x 4352 (28 M), S: 4992 x 3328 (17 M), APS-C M: 6528 x 4352 (28 M), S: 4992 x 3328 (17 M)
IMAGE QUALITY MODES
RAW, JPEG, HEIF (4:2:0 / 4:2:2), RAW & JPEG, RAW & HEIF
14bit RAW
Yes

Recording (movie)

VIDEO COMPRESSION
XAVC S: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, XAVC HS: MPEG-H HEVC/H.265
AUDIO RECORDING FORMAT
LPCM 2ch (48 kHz 16 bit), LPCM 2ch (48 kHz 24 bit), LPCM 2ch (96 kHz 24 bit), LPCM 4ch (48 kHz 24 bit), LPCM 4ch (96 kHz 24 bit), PCM 2ch (48 kHz 32 bit float), PCM 2ch (96 kHz 32 bit float), PCM 4ch (48 kHz 32 bit float), PCM 4ch (96 kHz 32 bit float)

Recording System (movie)

MOVIE RECORDING FORMAT (XAVC HS 8K)
7680 x 4320 (4:2:0, 10bit) (Approx.): 29.97p (400 Mbps / 200 Mbps), 25p (400 Mbps / 200 Mbps), 23.98p (400 Mbps / 200 Mbps), 7680 x 4320 (4:2:2, 10bit) (Approx.): 29.97p (520 Mbps / 260 Mbps), 25p (520 Mbps / 260 Mbps), 23.98p (520 Mbps / 260 Mbps)
MOVIE RECORDING FORMAT (XAVC HS 4K)
3840 x 2160 (4:2:0, 10bit) (Approx.): 119.88p (200 Mbps), 100p (200 Mbps), 59.94p (150 Mbps / 75 Mbps / 45 Mbps), 50p (150 Mbps / 75 Mbps / 45 Mbps), 23.98p (100 Mbps / 50 Mbps / 30 Mbps), 3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10bit) (Approx.): 119.88p (280 Mbps), 100p (280 Mbps), 59.94p (200 Mbps / 100 Mbps), 50p (200 Mbps / 100 Mbps), 23.98p (100 Mbps / 50 Mbps)
MOVIE RECORDING FORMAT (XAVC S 4K)
3840 x 2160 (4:2:0, 8bit) (Approx.): 119.88p (200 Mbps), 100p (200 Mbps), 59.94p (150 Mbps), 50p (150 Mbps), 29.97p (100 Mbps / 60 Mbps), 25p (100 Mbps / 60 Mbps), 23.98p (100 Mbps / 60 Mbps), 3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10bit) (Approx.): 119.88p (280 Mbps), 100p (280 Mbps), 59.94p (200 Mbps), 50p (200 Mbps), 29.97p (140 Mbps), 25p (140 Mbps), 23.98p (100 Mbps)
MOVIE RECORDING FORMAT (XAVC S HD)
1920 x 1080 (4:2:0, 8bit) (Approx.): 119.88p (100 Mbps / 60 Mbps), 100p (100 Mbps / 60 Mbps), 59.94p (50 Mbps / 25 Mbps), 50p (50 Mbps / 25 Mbps), 29.97p (50 Mbps / 16 Mbps), 25p (50 Mbps / 16 Mbps), 23.98p (50 Mbps), 1920 x 1080 (4:2:2, 10bit) (Approx.): 59.94p (50 Mbps), 50p (50 Mbps), 29.97p (50 Mbps), 25p (50 Mbps), 23.98p (50 Mbps)
MOVIE RECORDING FORMAT (XAVC S-I 4K)
3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10bit) (approx.): 59.94p (600 Mbps), 50p (500 Mbps), 29.97p (300 Mbps), 25p (250 Mbps), 23.98p (240 Mbps)
MOVIE RECORDING FORMAT (XAVC S-I HD)
1920 x 1080 (4:2:2, 10bit) (approx.): 59.94p (222 Mbps), 50p (185 Mbps), 29.97p (111 Mbps), 25p (93 Mbps), 23.98p (89 Mbps)

Movie Functions

SLOW & QUICK MOTION (SHOOTING FRAME RATE)
Yes
PROXY RECORDING
Yes
TC / UB
Yes
RAW OUTPUT
Yes (HDMI)

Recording System

Memory Card Slot
SLOT1: Multi slot for SD (UHS-I/II compliant) memory card / CFexpress 2 Type A card, SLOT2: Multi slot for SD (UHS-I/II compliant) memory card / CFexpress 2 Type A card

Focus System

FOCUS TYPE
Fast Hybrid AF (phase-detection AF / contrast-detection AF)
FOCUS POINT
Still images: Max. 759 points (phase-detection AF), Movies: Max. 759 points (phase-detection AF)
FOCUS SENSITIVITY RANGE
EV-6 to EV20 (ISO100 equivalent with F1.2 lens attached in AF-S), EV-11 to EV20 (ISO100 equivalent with F1.2 lens attached in AF-S, in Bright Monitoring (Live View Brightness (Brighter)))
RECOGNITION TARGET (STILL IMAGES)
Auto, Human, Animal, Bird, Insect, Car, Train, Airplane
RECOGNITION TARGET (MOVIES)
Auto, Human, Animal, Bird, Insect, Car, Train, Airplane
OTHER FEATURES
AF Level for Crossing (Still), AF Track for Speed Change (Still), AF Subj. Shift Sensitivity (Movie), AF Transition Speed (Movie), Switch V/H AF Area, AF Area Regist., Circ. of Focus Point, Focus Map (Movie), AF Assist (Movie)
AF ILLUMINATOR
Yes (with Built-in LED type)

Exposure Control

METERING TYPE
1200-zone evaluative metering
METERING SENSITIVITY
EV-5 to EV20 (ISO100 equivalent with F1.2 lens attached)
EXPOSURE COMPENSATION
+/- 5.0 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps selectable)
ISO SENSITIVITY
Still images: ISO 100 - 32000 (expandable to ISO 50 - 102400), AUTO (ISO 100 - 12800, selectable lower limit and upper limit), Movies: ISO 100 - 32000 equivalent, AUTO (ISO 100 - 12800, selectable lower limit and upper limit)
ANTI-FLICKER SHOOT.
Yes

Viewfinder

TYPE
1.6 cm (0.64-type) electronic viewfinder (Quad-XGA OLED)
Number of Dots
9 437 184 dots
Magnification
Approx. 0.90x (with 50 mm lens at infinity, -1 m-1)
DIOPTRE
-4.0 to +3.0 m-1
Eye Point
Approx. 25 mm from the eyepiece lens, 21 mm from the eyepiece frame at -1 m-1 (CIPA standard)
Finder Frame Rate Selection
STD 60fps / HI 120fps

LCD Screen

Monitor Type
8.0 cm (3.2-type) type TFT
TOUCH PANEL
Yes
Number of Dots
2 095 104 dots
Adjustable Angle
Opening Angles (approx.): Up 98 °, down 40 °, side 180 °, rotation 270 °

Other Features

OTHER FEATURES
Soft Skin Effect, Creative Look, Custom function, Picture Profile, Time-lapse, Auto Framing, Pre-Capture, Continuous Shooting Speed Boost, NR Shooting, HDR Shooting, Framing Stabilizer, Vertical Display
CLEAR IMAGE ZOOM (STILL IMAGES)
Approx. 2x
CLEAR IMAGE ZOOM (MOVIES)
Approx. 1.5x (4K/8K), Approx. 2x (HD)

Shutter

Shutter Type
Mechanical shutter / Electronic shutter
Shutter Speed
Still images (Electronic shutter): 1/8000 to 30 s, Still images (Mechanical shutter): 1/8000 to 30 s, Bulb, Movies: 1/8000 to 1 s
Flash Sync. Speed
1/250 s (35mm full frame), 1/320 s (APS-C)
Electronic Front Curtain Shutter
Yes (ON/OFF)

Image Stabilization

Type
Image sensor-shift mechanism with 5-axis compensation (compensation depends on lens specifications)
Compensation Effect
Center 8.5 stops and Periphery 7.0 stops (based on CIPA2024 standard. Pitch/Yaw/Roll compensation. With FE 50mm F1.2 GM lens mounted. Long exposure NR off.)
MODE
Still images: On / Off, Movie: Dynamic active / Active / Standard / Off

Flash

TYPE
-
CONTROL
Pre-flash TTL
FLASH COMPENSATION
+/- 3.0 EV (switchable between 1/3 and 1/2 EV steps)
EXTERNAL FLASH COMPATIBILITY
Sony α System Flash compatible with Multi Interface Shoe, attach the shoe adaptor for flash compatible with Auto-lock accessory shoe

Drive

Continuous Drive Speed (approx. max.)
Electronic shutter: Hi+: 30 fps, Mechanical Shutter: Hi+: 10 fps
NO. OF FRAME RECORDABLE (APPROX.)
JPEG Fine L: 215 frames, RAW: 150 frames, RAW & JPEG: 135 frames, RAW (Compressed (HQ)):65 frames, RAW (Compressed (HQ)) & JPEG: 60 frames, RAW (Lossless Compressed): 60 frames, RAW (Lossless Compressed) & JPEG: 60 frames
Pixel Shift Multi Shooting
Yes (4 shots / 16 shots)

Playback

MODES
Enlarged display mode, Protect, Rating, Shot Mark (Movie), Divider Frame, Crop, Photo Capture

Accessibility

FUNCTIONS
Screen Reader, Mode Dial Control Set, Focus Magnifier, Focus Map (Movie), Peaking Display, Subject Recognition in AF, Touch Focus, Touch Tracking, Touch Shutter, Touch AE, Multi-angle LCD screen, Custom function, Enlarge Menu Screen

Interface

PC INTERFACE
Mass-storage / MTP
MULTI / MICRO USB TERMINAL
-
USB TYPE-C TERMINAL
Yes (PORT1: SuperSpeed USB 10 Gbps (USB 3.2) compatible, PORT2: Hi-Speed USB 480 Mbps (USB 2.0) compatible)
NFC
-
Sync Terminal
Yes
WIRELESS LAN (BUILT-IN)
Yes (Wi-Fi Compatible, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (2.4 GHz band/5 GHz band/6 GHz band))
Bluetooth
Yes (Bluetooth Standard Ver. 5.3 (2.4 GHz band))
HDMI OUTPUT
HDMI connector (Type-A), 3840 x 2160 (59.94p / 50p / 29.97p / 25p / 23.98p) / 1920 x 1080 (59.94p / 50p / 23.98p) / 1920 x 1080 (59.94i / 50i), YCbCr 4:2:2 10bit / RGB 8bit, 7680 x 4320 (29.97p / 25p / 23.98p), YCbCr 4:2:0 8bit / YCbCr 4:2:2 10bit / RGB 8bit, 4576 x 2576 (59.94p / 50p / 29.97p / 25p / 23.98p), Raw 16bit
Multi Interface Shoe
Yes (with Digital Audio Interface)
Mic Terminal
Yes (3.5 mm Stereo minijack)
Headphone Terminal
Yes (3.5 mm Stereo minijack)
REMOTE CONTROL (WIRELESS)
Yes (Bluetooth remote control)
LAN Terminal
-
FUNCTIONS
FTP Transfer Func. (Wired LAN (USB-LAN), USB Tethering, Wi-Fi), Send to smartphone, Remote control via smartphone, Remote Shooting

USB Streaming

VIDEO DATA FORMAT
MJPEG, YUV420
VIDEO RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160 (15p / 30p), 3840 x 2160 (12.5p / 25p), 1920 x 1080 (30p / 60p), 1920 x 1080 (25p / 50p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 1280 x 720 (25p)
AUDIO DATA FORMAT
LPCM 2ch (16bit 48 kHz)

Network streaming

VIDEO DATA FORMAT
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, MPEG-H HEVC/H.265
VIDEO RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160 (30p), 3840 x 2160 (25p), 2560 x 1440 (30p), 2560 x 1440 (25p), 1920 x 1080 (30p / 60p), 1920 x 1080 (25p / 50p), 1280 x 720 (30p / 60p), 1280 x 720 (25p / 50p)
AUDIO DATA FORMAT
AAC-LC 2ch (16bit 48 kHz)
PROTOCOL
RTMP, RTMPS, SRT

Audio

Microphone
Built-in, stereo
Speaker
Built-in, monaural

Lens Compensation

SETTING
Shading, Chromatic Aberration, Distortion, Breathing (Movie)

Power

SUPPLIED BATTERY
One rechargeable battery pack NP-SA100
Battery Life (Still Images)
Approx. 600 shots (Viewfinder) / Approx. 710 shots (LCD monitor) (CIPA standard)
Battery Life (Movie, actual recording)
Approx. 135 min (Viewfinder) / Approx. 140 min (LCD monitor) (CIPA standard)
Battery Life (Movie, continuous recording)
Approx. 215 min (Viewfinder) / Approx. 215 min (LCD monitor) (CIPA standard)
Internal Battery Charge
Yes (Available with USB Type-C terminal. USB Power Delivery compatible)
USB POWER SUPPLY
Yes (Available with USB Type-C Terminal. USB Power Delivery support)
Power consumption with Viewfinder
Still images: Approx. 4.2 W (with FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS II lens attached), Movies: Approx. 5.8 W (with FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS II lens attached)
Power consumption with LCD screen
Still images: Approx. 3.5 W (with FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS II lens attached), Movies: Approx. 5.8 W (with FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS II lens attached)

Size & Weight

WEIGHT (WITH BATTERY AND MEMORY CARD INCLUDED)
Approx. 713 g / Approx. 1 lb 9.2 oz
BODY ONLY
Approx. 622 g / Approx. 1 lb 6.0 oz
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Approx. 132.7 x 96.9 x 82.9 mm, Approx. 132.7 x 96.9 x 72.8 mm (from grip to monitor) / Approx. 5 1/4 x 3 7/8 x 3 3/8 inches, Approx. 5 1/4 x 3 7/8 x 2 7/8 inches (from grip to monitor)

Operating temparature

OPERATING TEMPERATURE
0 - 40 ℃ / 32 - 104 °F

Supplied Accesory

WHAT'S IN THE BOX
Rechargeable Battery NP-SA100, Battery Charger BC-SAD1, Cable Clamper, Shoulder strap, Body cap, Accessory shoe cap, Eyepiece cup

Features

Illustration of the fully-stacked Exmor RS image sensor.

66.8 MP full-frame fully-stacked CMOS Exmor RS™

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 faster. Take your shooting to the next level with 30 fps bursts at full resolution, 4K 60p without cropping, expanded dynamic range, and reliable low-light AF.  [1] Pixel area [2] Hi-speed signal processing circuit [3] Image processing engine

Illustration of the BIONZ XR2 image processing engine.

BIONZ XR2™ with integrated AI processing unit

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

High-resolution sample image of a woman.

Ever higher creative potential

The fully-stacked Exmor RS image sensor delivers class-leading 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.

Sample image of snow-covered mountains reflected in water, demonstrating a wide dynamic range.

Up to 16-stop dynamic range

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

Comparison images of a forest, with a shot from the α7R V on the left next to a shot from the α7R VI on the right, which clearly shows more accurate white balance and colour expression.

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

Sample images of a woman, comparing DRO, with DRO off in the left image, and at Lv.8 in the right image, showing markedly better visual performance.

Lifelike rendering of wide dynamic range scenes

The updated D-Range Optimizer (DRO) balances bright highlights and dark shadows and offers a wider range of strength settings, up to Lv8. At higher levels, DRO lifts shadow areas in strong backlight, delivering more natural-looking portrait shots.  [1] DRO Off [2] DRO Lv.8

Illustration of the image stabiliser.

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

Superb stabilisation performance maximises resolution, preventing degradation due to blur. Stabilisation is even more effective with compatible lenses, and telephoto lens shake is also effectively suppressed.  [1] Yaw [2] Roll [3] Pitch

Camera menu showing RAW File Type settings with Compressed(HQ) selected.

Upgraded format options with lightweight RAW

A [Compressed (HQ)] RAW format has been added to the existing format, providing lightweight RAW files that enable continuous shooting while maintaining high image quality.

Sample image of landscape, comparing the original RAW image and composite RAW HDR.

Three composite RAW modes

[Pixel Shift Multi] mode creates composites with extremely high resolution, [NR Shooting] produces low-noise images, and [Shooting for HDR] captures images with a wide dynamic range.  [1] Original RAW [2] Composite image

Sample images of a bird, comparing the original RAW image and Extended Hi-Res image.

Extended RAW processing uses deep learning for enhanced quality

Extended RAW offers two image-enhancing functions: [Extended Hi-Res] mode, which boosts the pixel count of captured images by a factor of four to approximately 270 MP and [Extended NR] for high noise reduction with full resolution.  [1] Original RAW [2] Extended Hi-Res

Sample image of a woman wearing white clothes, shot in Creative Look ST, FL2, FL3.

Creative Look creates visual moods in-camera

Creative Look presets include [FL2] and [FL3] selections that can be used as-is or edited to create custom looks to match your vision. These can be saved for later use, giving greater creative flexibility.

Sample image of the moment a bird catches a fish, shot in a 30 fps burst.

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

Shoot bursts at up to 30 fps at full 66.8 MP resolution, with AF/AE tracking and no viewfinder blackout. Up to 60 AF/AE calculations per second 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.

Sample image showing the moment a bird takes flight from a nest.

Pre-Capture for key moments prior to shutter release

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 second after the initial half-press. This function captures full-frame, full-resolution RAW images even when shooting 30 fps bursts.

Sample image of multiple people crossing paths while walking, demonstrating the camera's AF ability.

Enhanced Real-time Recognition AF+ for more tenacious human 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.

Sample images of a tiger, bird, airplane, car, train and butterfly.

Improved subject recognition performance

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

Illustration showing 759 AF phase detection points distributed densely across the image sensor.

Approx. 94% AF coverage for extra framing freedom

Fast readout and processing deliver notably improved AF. 759 phase detection points cover about 94% of the image area for precise focusing for shooting stills, even when the subject is small in the frame.

Sample image of a squirrel climbing up a tree.

Flexible focus area settings

Choose from XL, L, M, S, and XS spot focus area sizes, or create a custom vertical focus area. The XS setting assists focusing on the subject when objects are in the foreground.

Sample portrait image of a woman captured in 4K 120p.

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 120p recording without cropping. 4:2:2 colour sampling and 10-bit depth further support high video quality.

Sample image of a still taken from an 8K movie.

8K movies for spectacular resolution

8K 30p 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.

Sample portrait image of a woman using Dual Gain.

Dual Gain Shooting offers 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.

Camera menu showing Audio NR Settings.

In-camera audio processing

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

Camera menu showing the 96kHz/32bit float audio recording setting.

32bit float audio recording for editing flexibility

The optional XLR-A4 XLR Adaptor enables 96 kHz / 32bit 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.

Illustration showing the inside of the viewfinder.

Bright high-resolution wide-gamut electronic viewfinder

Retaining the class-leading 9.44-million-dot resolution 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 3x the luminance. Enjoy clear, smooth viewing even in bright outdoor conditions or when shooting HLG stills.

Product image showing the 4-axis multi-angle monitor.

4-axis multi-angle monitor enhances shooting flexibility

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.

Product image of the NP-SA100 battery charging via the BC-SAD1 Battery Charger.

High-capacity battery with quick charging

A high-capacity 2670 mAh battery supplies power for up to 600/710 stills (viewfinder/monitor). Advanced power management greatly improves battery life, and battery health information is provided. Fast charging is possible with the USB Power Delivery (PD) compatible BC-SAD1: it charges two NP-SA100 batteries to full in about 115 minutes, and a single battery to 80% in just 55 minutes. Vertical battery loading saves space, and status LEDs are provided.

Learn more about BC-SAD1 Battery Charger

Usage image showing vertical shooting, with the camera’s LCD displaying shooting info vertically.

Shooting info display supports vertical orientation

Information display on the rear monitor automatically switches to match camera orientation when shooting stills and movies.

Product image showing the right view of the α7R VI.

Ergonomic grip for greater stability

The α7R VI's grip offers outstanding stability and control for effective high-resolution shooting.

Product image of the rear view of the α7R VI with illuminated rear-panel buttons.

Illuminated rear-panel buttons are visible in low light

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.

Product image showing dual media slots with memory cards.

Dual CFexpress Type A memory card slots

Slots 1 and 2 support CFexpress Type A and SDXC/SDHC UHS-II/UHS-I media for fast high-capacity shooting. Storage modes include simultaneous recording, saving JPEG/HEIF and RAW to separate cards, and more.

Illustration showing Wi-Fi signals transmitting from the α7R VI to a PC.

Faster, more stable Wi-Fi

Built-in wireless LAN supports Wi-Fi 802.11ax with 2x2 MIMO providing faster, more stable high-speed wireless communication on the 6, 5, and 2.4 GHz bands. Wireless tethering on location and delivery via FTP are fast, reliable, and stress-free.

Usage image of tethered shooting using a USB cable with a lock connector.

Two USB Type-C® terminals support power and data transfer

USB Power Delivery (PD) offers charging and power supply flexibility, along with high-speed data transfer for smooth PC Remote tethering and data backup. PORT 1 supports SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps data transfer when connected to a computer and features a screw hole for secure cable connection.

Close-up product image of components designed for accessibility.

Greater accessibility for all users

Designed for easier use by everyone, the α7R VI comes with a menu magnifier and Screen Reader that reads most menu screen text aloud. It also offers several improvements over its predecessor, such as the Mode Dial Control Set function, which enables easy selection of shooting modes via the menu, and a lens mount index that is easy to locate by touch.

Learn more about accessibility features

The Road to Zero logo.

Environmentally minded manufacturing

Sony's Road to Zero plan aims at a zero environmental footprint by 2050. Our durable, high-quality recycled plastic material SORPLAS™ is used as much as possible to reduce stress on the environment without compromising performance. More than 22% of this product is made of recycled plastic, including SORPLAS. Additionally, Sony Group manufacturing facilities run on 100% renewable energy.

Learn more about Road to Zero 

Settings tutorial

Get to grips with camera functions through this tutorial, with tips for setting the focus, using Pre-Capture, and more.

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