Sony releases the A7R VI and a new 100-400mm G Master
Thursday 14 May 2026, 14:41 by Nando Harmsen | 966 views | 0 commentsThis article was translated from Dutch with the help of AI. Read the original.
Sony has announced the successor to the Alpha 7 in the R series. The A7R VI offers higher resolution and improvements over its predecessor. The manufacturer has also announced a professional FE 100-400mm zoom with a constant aperture throughout the range.
The Sony A7R VI has received a large number of improvements over its predecessor. The camera has a new BSI stacked sensor with 66.8 million pixels and faster sensor readout.
Rolling shutter effects are less noticeable due to the improved readout speed. The burst shooting speed is also much higher. With 30 frames per second and pre-capture, the camera is capable of capturing action.
The camera body has improved ergonomics and includes illuminated buttons. This makes the camera easier to operate in the dark. The RM3 (recal memory) button on the PSAM dial has been replaced by a new, more extensive function.
The A7R VI gets a new NP-SA100 battery with a higher capacity. However, this means that the old batteries Sony has used so far will not fit in this camera.
The new FE 100-400mm f/4,5 GM was also announced alongside the Sony A7R VI. This lens has a constant aperture throughout the range. It is an addition to the range and will exist alongside the familiar FE 100-400mm f/4-5,6 GM.
The autofocus of this lens is approximately three times faster compared with the existing 100-400mm GM lens. It also has a fully internal zoom.
The Sony A7R VI will be available from June 2026 for a recommended retail price of approximately 5,100 euros. The FE 100-400mm f/4,5 GM TC has a recommended retail price of 5,000 euros.
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Nando Harmsen has been photographing for more than 40 years. He specialises in wedding photography and landscape photography. Nando also gives talks, workshops, masterclasses and photo trips, and regularly reviews new and interesting equipment.
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