Sony a6000 vs Sony a7R
This is a full comparison between the cameras Sony a6000 and Sony a7R. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Sony.
Sony a6000 were released 2014 and Sony a7R was released 2013. That is a 1 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Sony a6000 | 2014 |
Sony a7R | 2013 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Sony a6000 has a "Sony APS-C"-sensor while Sony a7R has a "Sony Full Frame"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Sony a6000 | 75 mm Sony APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Sony a7R | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Sony)
Resolution
Sony a6000 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a7R has 36 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Sony a6000 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Sony a7R |
36 MP
36152320 pixels 7360 x 4912 |
Sony a7R has a 51 % larger resolution than Sony a6000. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 100 to 25600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Sony a6000 | 100-25600 |
Sony a7R | 100-25600 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a6000
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a7R
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Sony a6000 can shoot up to 11 pictures per seconds and Sony a7R can shoot up to 4 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Sony a6000 | 11 |
Sony a7R | 4 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Sony a6000 and Sony a7R can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Sony a7R weighs 465 gr (equal to 1.03 lb) which is 35% heavier than Sony a6000 and its 344 gr (or 0.76 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Sony a6000 | 344 gr 0.76 lb |
Sony a7R | 465 gr 1.03 lb |
Sony a6000 vs Sony a7R Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Sony a6000 and Sony a7R, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Sony a6000 |
Sony a7R |
Name | Sony a6000 | Sony a7R |
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Sony a6000 |
Sony a7R |
Release Year | 2014 | 2013 |
Release Date | 2014-02-12 | 2013-10-16 |
MSRP | 799 USD | 2299 USD |
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Camera Type |
Sony a6000 |
Sony a7R |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Sony a6000 |
Sony a7R |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 7360 x 4912 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 36 MP |
Image Processor | Bionz X | Bionz X |
Image |
Sony a6000 |
Sony a7R |
ISO Range | 100 - 25600 | 100 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 10 | 10 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Sony a6000 |
Sony a7R |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 179 | 25 |
Lens Mount |
Sony E See Compatible Lenses |
Sony E See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
Full frame No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Sony a6000 |
Sony a7R |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 921600 | 1230000 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | Xtra Fine LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 1.05× (0.7× 35mm equiv.) | 0.71x |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Sony a6000 |
Sony a7R |
Frames per second | 11 fps | 4 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | No |
Built-in Flash Range | 6 meters | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Sony a6000 |
Sony a7R |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 AVCHD |
MPEG4 AVCHD |
Video resolution |
1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 |
1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Sony a6000 |
Sony a7R |
Memory Card |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Sony a6000 |
Sony a7R |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n with NFC) |
Yes Built-in (with NFC and wireless control via PlayMemories Mobile app) |
Remote Control | Yes (wired or PC) | Yes (Wired) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Sony a6000 |
Sony a7R |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-FW50 lithium-ion battery and USB charger
|
NP-FW50 lithium-ion battery and charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 360 shots | 340 shots |
Width | 120 mm | 127 mm |
Height | 67 mm | 94 mm |
Depth | 45 mm | 48 mm |
Weight | 344 gram | 465 gram |