Sony A7R VI + FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS

Sony A7R VI + FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS

This bundle includes the Sony A7R VI mirrorless camera and the 200-600mm lens.

Sony A7R VI

The Sony A7R VI combines 66.8 MP with 30 fps burst shooting in a single camera. For this, Sony developed a new Exmor RS Stacked CMOS sensor and the BIONZ XR2 processor with an integrated AI unit. The result is a full frame mirrorless camera that lets you capture both the highest resolution and fast action, without having to choose.

Uncompromising resolution

The 66.8 MP Exmor RS Stacked CMOS sensor has a high readout speed, which strongly reduces rolling shutter and makes 30 fps burst shooting in 14-bit RAW possible. With 16 stops of dynamic range and Dual Gain, detail is retained in the shadows, even in backlight or high-contrast situations. Pixel Shift delivers images of up to 270 MP for large-format prints and reproduction work where no detail can be lost. The new RAW compression system offers three levels: Lossless Comp, Compressed HQ and Compressed, so you can choose the right balance between image quality and storage space for each assignment.

Flagship-level continuous shooting

The A7R VI achieves 30 fps in 14-bit RAW with the electronic shutter, blackout-free. That is more than four times faster than its predecessor, giving you enough frames to capture the decisive moment, even during fast action. With the mechanical shutter, you shoot at 10 fps in 14-bit. AF/AE calculations run up to 60 times per second, keeping focus and exposure accurate in every frame, even when your subject suddenly changes direction. Pre-Capture buffers up to 1 second before the shutter is released, so you capture images you would otherwise have missed. With Continuous Speed Boost, you switch seamlessly between 15 and 30 fps, saving storage space during calmer moments and instantly switching to full speed when the critical action starts. The 5-axis IBIS has been improved to 8.5 stops in the centre and 7 stops at the edge, allowing you to capture sharp handheld images at 66.8 MP in situations where a tripod was previously needed.

Advanced AI autofocus

Real-time Recognition AF+ recognises people, animals, birds, insects and vehicles, and instantly locks onto the right subject. With people, the system recognises not only the person as a whole, but also separate parts: eye, face, head and body, so you can focus precisely on the right person, even in a group. If the subject briefly leaves the frame, the system immediately picks it up again as soon as it becomes visible. The new AUTO mode automatically selects the recognition type, which is useful when you do not know in advance what will appear in front of the lens. With 759 phase-detection points, the AF also performs well in low light.

8K video with professional audio

For video, the A7R VI supports 8K 30p and 24p (8.2K oversampling) and 4K 120p across the full sensor width, all in 10-bit 4:2:2 All-Intra. This gives you maximum flexibility in post-production, without the compression artefacts of long-GOP formats. In Super 35, you shoot 4K 60p and 4K 120p. Dual Gain ensures shadows in dark scenes retain rich detail where other cameras show noise. LUT import and monitor LUT display the grade directly on screen during recording, so you can already assess the final look on set. For stable handheld footage, use Dynamic Active IBIS. Breathing Compensation compensates for unwanted lens movement during focus changes and Auto Framing automatically keeps the subject in frame, ideal for vloggers and interviewers working solo. The new Tally Lamp on the front clearly shows when you are filming. The XLR-A4 XLR adapter delivers 32-bit float at 96 kHz in four channels, separately from the video track. Thanks to 32-bit float, you no longer need to adjust your gain: you can correct clipping afterwards in the edit. The internal microphone has adjustable wind and noise reduction.

A completely redesigned system

The new OLED viewfinder has 9.44 million dots and 0.9x magnification, providing a large and clear view, and is around 3 times brighter than that of its predecessor, a noticeable difference outdoors in sunlight. The colour range is DCI-P3 with HDR display mode, so what you see in the viewfinder matches the final result after grading. The 4-axis LCD touchscreen tilts and rotates in every direction, ideal for shooting from unusual angles. The new NP-SA100 battery of 2670 mAh offers around 17% more capacity than the NP-FZ100, delivering approximately 600 shots per charge via the viewfinder or 710 via the LCD. Charging to 80% takes around 55 minutes via USB-C (PD 45 W), so you can add enough capacity during a short break. Battery Health Check monitors the battery status on the camera and charger, so you are not caught off guard in the field. The two USB Type-C ports offer USB 3.2 Gen 2 for fast data transfer and USB 2.0 for power. Both card slots are dual-format CFexpress Type A and SD UHS-II. The magnesium body is dust- and splash-resistant, the grip is deeper for use with heavy lenses and illuminated buttons also work in the dark. The Σ-shaped graphite cooling chamber keeps the temperature under control during uninterrupted 8K recordings of up to 120 minutes. The camera supports Sony's Camera Authenticity Solution, including the C2PA standard, which makes it possible to verify that an image was captured with a camera and not generated by AI.

Sony FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS (SEL200600G.SYX)

The Sony FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS (SEL200600G.SYX) is a powerful telephoto zoom lens from Sony's G lens range. This range embodies razor-sharp quality due to the ground glass calibre. This lens therefore consists of 24 elements in 17 groups, one of which is aspherical and five are extra-low dispersion glass elements. These elements ensure sharpness across the range. The aspherical element is placed on the back of the lens. For example, it suppresses spherical aberration and distortion and guarantees a high degree of sharpness and accurate displays. The five ED glass elements minimise chromatic aberration, a problem common to many lenses. These five lens elements ensure there is control over the colour edging and you can enjoy a clear image and colour fidelity. The glass is Nano AR coated. This coating suppresses glare, reflection and ghosting. This coating also contributes to the colour rendering and enhanced contrast.

Silent motor and 5-axis image stabilisation

Everyone knows that good image stabilisation is important when you zoom in on your subject. Even more so if you work with a super telephoto zoom lens. Sony cameras therefore use 5-axis image stabilisation. However, this can only be achieved if your lens supports this. BUt thats not a problem with this telephoto zoom. This is compatible with the software, meaning you can even shoot sharp images by hand with no photo movement.

Sony's DDSSM (Direct Drive SSM) system is very quiet and has the power and precision to deliver remarkably fast and accurate focusing of the lens. Thanks to the extremely accurate positioning, no movement is lost and razor-sharp autofocus is achieved at lightning speed. Which is ideal if you do wildlife photography.

Gorgeous Bokeh

An 11 blade circular aperture mechanism further enhances the bokeh of this lens, making it possible to use the shallow depth of field from super-telephoto focal lengths for beautiful images with smooth G-lens bokeh. The internal zoom mechanism ensures the lens length doesn't change when zooming, for stable, tripod-less operation with consistent balance. The focus lock buttons are in three positions 90° apart for easy working in any position. The fluorine coating on the front lens and the dust and moisture resistant design provide great reliability in harsh environments. There are more buttons on the outside. Use these to create your own settings. For example, you can choose whether or not to use the image stabilisation in the lens, and whether you want to use manual or autofocus. In addition, you can create different modes for every situation.

Weight and length

Anyone who thinks that this is a heavy lens because of all the above points will be pleasantly surprised. Because Sony has opted for an aperture of f/5.6 -6.3, this lens weighs just over 2kg. This has the advantage that you can easily shoot by hand with this lens.

We also want to mention the advantage of its length. With some zoom lenses, the lens gets longer and longer. Such a lens may be more compact, but the chances of dust, water or sand ingress increases. But that is nowhere as big an issue with this lens. The 318mm length is maintained when you zoom in.

Not included, but recommended

• Sony FE lenses for the full potential of the 66.8 MP sensor
• Sony XLR-A4 Digital XLR Audio Adapter
• Sony VG-C6 Vertical Grip