Photon Mono M7 Max vs Sonic Mega 8K S
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Photon Mono M7 Max and Sonic Mega 8K S are two resin 3d printing in a similar class. Choose Photon Mono M7 Max if price matters more; choose Sonic Mega 8K S if work area matters more.
| Parameter |
Photon Mono M7 Max
Anycubic
F3 · Advanced
|
Sonic Mega 8K S
Phrozen
F3 · Advanced
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F3 — Advanced | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 649 € | 1560.90 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 38.6 × 40.5 × 61.2 cm | 47.2 × 38 × 56.6 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 23.3 kg | 26 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 298 × 164 mm | 330 × 185 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 300 mm | 300 mm |
| Power (W) | 220 W | 240 W |
| Voltage (V) | 110 V | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 130 mm/s | — |
| Declared precision | 46 μm | 43 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 164 mm | 185 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 46 µm | 43 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 130 mm/h | 70 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | Film ACF | Film ACF |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Workflow control is managed by Anycubic Photon Workshop, a proprietary software optimized for advanced exposure parameters and support management. The machine also ensures complete operational flexibility through compatibility with leading third-party slicing programs, such as ChiTuBox and Lychee Slicer. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi modules and USB ports for flexible file transfer, supporting remote project uploads via the dedicated mobile application for constant progress monitoring. | The machine is compatible with major slicing software on the market, offering maximum freedom in the workflow. Fully supported by CHITUBOX and Lychee Slicer, it reads the proprietary .CTB and .PRZ formats. Thanks to continuous updates of resin profiles, users can quickly import optimal printing parameters. File management and job initiation occur primarily through the local touchscreen interface and loading via USB drive, maintaining an offline and secure operational setup suitable for production environments. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Photon Mono M7 Max 649 € vs Sonic Mega 8K S 1560.9 € — Photon Mono M7 Max wins (+141%)
- Work area: Photon Mono M7 Max 298×164 mm vs Sonic Mega 8K S 330×185 mm — Sonic Mega 8K S wins (+25%)
Which one to choose
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