Upgrade Guide

Sony A7 II→Sony A6700

Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.

You own

Sony

A7 II

£288 used

2014

→

Upgrade to

Sony

A6700

£1,329 (+£1,041)

2023

✅

Worthwhile

Clear improvements over the A7 II. Whether it justifies the cost depends on which upgrades matter most to your shooting.

What's new in the A6700

Unchanged or similar

Suitability by genre

Base scores — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. The Upgrade Checker adjusts them for your skill level.

Full spec comparison

Spec	A7 II	A6700
Price	£288 used	£1,329
Released	2014	2023	↑
Sensor	Full-frame BSI CMOS 35mm	26MP APS-C Exmor R BSI CMOS
Resolution	24MP	26MP	↑
Video	1080p 60fps	4K/120p, 4K/60p oversampled, S-Log3, 10-bit
Autofocus	117-point phase-detect hybrid AF	759-point phase-detect, AI subject recognition (human/animal/bird/vehicle)
Stabilisation	5-axis IBIS, 4.5 stops	5-axis IBIS, 5.0 stops
Burst Rate	5fps	11fps mechanical, 30fps electronic	↑
Battery Life	350 shots (CIPA)	~570 shots (CIPA)	↑
Weight	599g (body only)	493g (body only)	↑
Weather Sealed	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder	EVF 0.71× 2.36M-dot	EVF, 2.36M dots
Screen	3.0" tilting LCD, 1.23M dots (no touch)	3.0" vari-angle touchscreen
Mount	Sony E-Mount	Sony E-mount
Memory Cards	SD / Memory Stick Pro Duo	Single SD UHS-II slot

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