Sony A7R vs Sony A7R V
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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- Superseded the Sony A7R IV

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).

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.

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.
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.

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 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.

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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 |