Sony A7R vs Sony A7R V
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![Sony Alpha A7R front Sony Alpha A7R front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Alpha-A7R/Sony-A7R-front.jpg)
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Sony A7R vs Sony A7R V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 465g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Revealed February 2014
- Newer Model is Sony A7R II
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.20" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Expand to 102800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Sony E Mount
- 723g - 131 x 97 x 82mm
- Launched October 2022
- Superseded the Sony A7R IV
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Sony A7R vs Sony A7R V Overview
Here is a detailed review of the Sony A7R and Sony A7R V, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and they are both designed by Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the A7R (36MP) and A7R V (61MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (Full frame).
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The A7R was released 9 years prior to the A7R V and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the A7R scores vs the A7R V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Sony A7R vs Sony A7R V Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha A7R and Sony Alpha A7R V. The complete galleries are provided at Sony A7R Gallery and Sony A7R V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A7R over the Sony A7R V
A7R | A7R V |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7R V over the Sony A7R
A7R V | A7R | |||
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Launched | October 2022 | ![]() | February 2014 | Fresher by 105 months |
Screen type | Fully articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen dimensions | 3.20" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2360k | ![]() | 1230k | Sharper screen (+1130k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Sony A7R and Sony A7R V
A7R | A7R V | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Sony A7R vs Sony A7R V Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony A7R enjoys exterior measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs) and the Sony A7R V has measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 723 grams (1.59 lbs).
Contrast the Sony A7R and Sony A7R V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the A7R and the A7R V.
![Sony A7R vs Sony A7R V size comparison Sony A7R vs Sony A7R V size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Alpha-A7R-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7R-V-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A7R and A7R V is 78 and 60 respectively.
![Sony A7R vs Sony A7R V top view buttons comparison Sony A7R vs Sony A7R V top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Alpha-A7R-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7R-V-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Sony A7R vs Sony A7R V Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A7R and A7R V.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony A7R V to offer greater detail as a result of its extra 25MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older A7R is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
![Sony A7R vs Sony A7R V sensor size comparison Sony A7R vs Sony A7R V sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Sony-Alpha-A7R-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7R-V-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Sony A7R vs Sony A7R V Screen and ViewFinder
![Sony A7R vs Sony A7R V Screen and Viewfinder comparison Sony A7R vs Sony A7R V Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Alpha-A7R-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7R-V-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Sony A7R vs Sony A7R V Specifications
Sony Alpha A7R | Sony Alpha A7R V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha A7R | Sony Alpha A7R V |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2014-02-13 | 2022-10-26 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Bionz X | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 861.6mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 36MP | 61MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 7360 x 4912 | 9504 x 6336 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 32000 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 102800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 121 | 187 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Display size | 3 inches | 3.20 inches |
Display resolution | 1,230 thousand dot | 2,360 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | Xtra Fine LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359 thousand dot | 9,440 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | 0.9x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync. |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/160 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 7680x4320 ( 25p, 23.98) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 7680x4320 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 465g (1.03 lb) | 723g (1.59 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") | 131 x 97 x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 95 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 2746 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 shots | 600 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-FW50 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Storage slots | 1 | 2 |
Retail cost | $1,898 | $3,900 |