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Sony has announced the A7R VI, featuring a 66.8MP back-illuminated fully-stacked Exmor RS CMOS sensor with up to 16 stops of dynamic range and reduced noise in the mid-sensitivity range; 5-axis image stabilization delivering up to 8.5 stops at the center and 7.0 stops at the periphery; Auto White Balance powered by visible light and infrared (IR) sensor and deep-learning illumination estimation for stable natural color in shaded or indoor scenes; 5.6x faster sensor readout than the previous model, enabling blackout-free continuous shooting at up to approximately 30 fps delivering up to 60 AF/AE calculations per second with AF/AE tracking; and, Real-time Recognition AF+ with skeletal-based human pose estimation and tracking, for reliable focus on fast-moving subjects including athletes and dynamic scenes.
Other features include a 9.44M-dot OLED viewfinder, effective heat management allowing up to 120 minutes of uninterrupted 8K movie recording, dual USB Type-C card slot, and a new NP-SA100 high-capacity battery (2670 mAh) supporting up to 710 still images via LCD monitor or 600 via viewfinder.
The A7R VI will be available in June 2026 for US $4,499.99 / CAD $5,999.99.
PRESS RELEASE
Sony Electronics Accelerates High-Resolution Photography with the Alpha 7R VI
66.8-megapixel full-frame mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera offering the highest resolution and continuous shooting performance in the Alpha™ series[1]
SAN DIEGO, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Sony Electronics introduces the Alpha 7R VI, the sixth generation of its celebrated Alpha 7R series. Built on the series’ legacy of leading resolution, this full-frame mirrorless camera pairs an approximately 66.8 effective megapixel back-illuminated fully-stacked Exmor RS™ CMOS sensor with the new BIONZ XR2™ engine. The result: exceptional resolution, accurate color, and reliable performance across subjects ranging from people in motion to wildlife to expansive landscapes.
Sony also introduces the XLR-A4 XLR adaptor to expand on-camera audio capabilities for professional productions, including 32-bit float recording [2].
“The Alpha 7R series stands for image quality you can trust on screen, in print, and in the most demanding conditions. The Alpha 7R VI takes that further with the speed, intelligence, battery life, and viewfinder quality our creators have been asking for. Every decision strengthens what this series does best and makes it work harder for the people who rely on it,” said Yang Cheng, Vice President of Imaging Solutions, Sony Electronics Inc.
- Alpha 7R VI (ILCE-7RM6), mirrorless interchangeable-lens digital camera; Release date: June 2026; Price: $4,499.99 USD, $5,999.99 CAD
- XLR-A4, XLR adaptor, Release date: June 2026; Price: $779.99 USD, $1089.99 CAD
Alpha 7R VI Product Feature video: https://youtu.be/iDhbKSdqqb8
Alpha 7R VI Key Features
Expanded High-Resolution Shooting
- 66.8 MP (approximate, effective) full-frame fully-stacked Exmor RS sensor with up to 16 stops[3]of dynamic range and reduced noise in the mid-sensitivity range
- Precise 5-axis optical image stabilization delivering up to 8.5 stops at the center and 7.0 stops at the periphery[4]
- Auto White Balance powered by visible light and infrared (IR) sensor and deep-learning illumination estimation, for stable natural color in shaded or indoor scenes
Intelligence in Every Frame with High-Speed, High-Precision Continuous Shooting
- BIONZ XR2 engine with integrated AI processing unit and approximately 5.6x faster sensor readout than the previous model [5], enabling blackout-free continuous shooting at up to approximately 30 fps[6] delivering up to 60 AF/AE calculations per second with AF/AE tracking
- Real-time Recognition AF+ (Plus) with skeletal-based human pose estimation and tracking, for reliable focus on fast-moving subjects including athletes and dynamic scenes
Built for Professional Demands
- New NP-SA100 high-capacity battery (2670 mAh) supports up to 710 still images via LCD monitor or 600 via viewfinder (CIPA standard), reducing battery changes during extended shoots[7]
- Approximately 9.44M dot OLED viewfinder with a DCI-P3 equivalent color gamut and 10-bit HDR—maximum brightness is approximately three times higher than conventional models [5] for clear visibility in bright environments
- Effective heat management allows uninterrupted 8K movie recording up to 120 min[8]
- Dual USB Type-C
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