Sony A7R VI vs Sony A7R V: 5 upgrades in Sony’s ‘perfect full-frame camera’

A7R VI

A7R V

In my in-depth Sony A7R VI review, I called it "the perfect camera"; but just how much better is it than its predecessor, the A7R V — and is it worth upgrading, or switching systems for, say from Canon and Nikon?

The previous A7R model launched in November 2022, so that makes three-and-a-half years between cameras, and gives me plenty to talk about. I'll cover the headline upgrades here, including the new sensor, design improvements and, notably, Sony’s first new battery for mirrorless cameras in nine years.

The answer to my 'upgrade or switch' question very much depends on what kind of photographer you are — so let’s dive straight into it…

1. Sensor

• A7R VI: 66.8MP stacked full-frame sensor
• A7R V: 61MP ‘standard’ full-frame sensor
• Canon and Nikon rivals have a 45MP stacked sensor

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