Sony Alpha a7R VI Mirrorless Camera Body Black – ILCEA7RM6

Blurring the line of what's possible in an R-series camera, the Sony a7R VI pairs the highest resolution sensor yet in an a7 body with incredible 30 fps speed, impressive 8K video capabilities, more intelligent AI-aided autofocus, and improved handling and battery life. This hybrid camera is positioned as a single camera solution for those working in a variety of genres and mediums, ranging from professional portrait and landscape shooters to event videographers to editorial, advertising, and commercial professionals to even wildlife and sports photographers.

Resolution, accelerated

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 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.2 Take your shooting to the next level with 30 fps bursts at full resolution3, 4K 60p without cropping, expanded dynamic range, and reliable low-light AF.

BIONZ XR2 with integrated Al processing unit

The BIONZ XR2 engine with an integrated Al 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 Al processing unit enhances subject recognition and illumination estimation for unprecedented shooting support.

Expansive creative potential

The fully-stacked Exmor RS image sensor delivers class-leading 66.8 MP1 resolution and superb image quality for landscapes, portraits, wildlife, and more. Shadow noise is minimized in high-dynamic-range landscapes, and portraits are captured with realistic skin tones.

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.7 Noise in night scenes is also reduced.

Stable, accurate auto white balance

The Visible Light + I R Sensor works with deep learning-based illumination estimation to achieve stable, accurate auto white balance under any lighting. Together, they enable natural color reproduction i n a wide variety of scenes.

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 Lv8.8 At higher levels, DRO lifts shadow areas in strong backlight, delivering more natural-looking portrait shots.

Up t o 8.5-step central and 7.0-step peripheral stabilization

Superb stabilization performance maximizes resolution, preventing degradation due to blur. Stabilization is even more effective with compatible lenses and telephoto lens shake is also effectively suppressed.

Upgraded format options with lightweight RAW

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

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.

Extended RAW processing uses deep learning for enhanced quality

Extended RAW offers two image-enhancing functions: [Extended Hi-Res), 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.

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

Shoot bursts at up to 30 fps 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.

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.

Temporarily boost speed while shooting bursts

During continuous burst shooting, press an assigned custom button to change the shooting speed — for example, from 10 fps to 30 fps — 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 utilizes 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 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.

Approx. 94% AF coverage for extra framing freedom

Fast readout and processing deliver notably improved AF. 75919 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.

Precise AF in low light

Enjoy reliable AF at light levels as low as EV-6, or EV-11 with Bright Monitoring enabled. The AF can also be limited to long-distance ranges for shooting low-light distant scenes.

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.

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 120p26 recording without cropping. 4:2:2 color sampling and 10-bit depth further support high video quality.

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 colors. 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.

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 color 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 external Noise Reduction modes microphone, Audio Noise Reduction — with Noise Cut and Wind — uses digital processing to reduce background, wind, and lens noise.

32bit float audio recording for editing flexibility

The optional XLR-A4 XLR Adaptor enables 9 6 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.

Real-time Recognition AF+ lets you focus on composition

Pose estimation technology for human subjects offers reliable recognition for movies as well as stills. Choose from Human, Animal, Bird, Insect, Car/Train, or Airplane mode, or let Auto detect the subject type.

Enhanced stabilization

An enhanced developed stabilization unit expands the roll direction compensation range by up to 2x, effectively reducing handheld roll shake. Select Dynamic active Mode34 for 30% stronger compensation35 and steadier handheld video.

Breathing compensation for smooth movie imagery

Sony’s original Clear Image Zoom technology stabilizes the angle of view when focusing, minimizing breathing. Compensation can also be applied via the Catalyst Browse and Catalyst Prepare applications or the Catalyst Prepare Plugin during post-production.

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 color gamut, 10-bit depth, and up to 3x 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 color 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.

Greater accessibility for all users

Designed for easier use by everyone, the a7R 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 easily to locate by touch.

Reduced environmental stress

Sony’s Road to Zero plan56 aims at a zero environmental footprint by 2050. Our durable, high-quality recycled plastic material SORPLAS is used as much as possible t o 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 facilities57 run on 100% renewable energy.

Recyclable non-plastic packaging materials

We are working towards the use of non-plastic packaging materials that provide ample protection against shock and impact. We ship the α7R VI in a plastic-free package made of an Original Blended Material that can be recycled as paper. We also use plant-based non-woven fabrics product bags to further reduce the plastic use and minimize environmental stress.