Specification Imaging Lens Mount Sony E Camera Format Full-Frame (1x Crop Factor) Pixels Actual: 25.3 Megapixel Effective: 24.2 Megapixel Maximum Resolution 6000 x 4000 Aspect Ratio 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9 Sensor Type CMOS Sensor Size 35.6 x 23.8 mm Image File Format JPEG, Raw Bit Depth 14-Bit Image Stabilization Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis Exposure Control ISO Sensitivity Auto, 100 to 51200 (Extended: 50 to 204800) Shutter Speed Mechanical Shutter 1/4000 to 30 Second Bulb Mode Electronic Shutter 1/8000 to 30 Second Bulb Mode Metering Method Average, Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Multi-Zone, Spot Exposure Modes Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority Exposure Compensation -5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) Metering Range -3 to 20 EV White Balance Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Shade, Underwater Continuous Shooting Up to 10 fps at 24.2 MP for up to 223 Frames (JPEG) / 115 Frames (Raw) Up to 8 fps at 24.2 MP Up to 6 fps at 24.2 MP Up to 3 fps at 24.2 MP Interval Recording Yes Self-Timer 2/5/10-Second Delay Video Recording Modes H.264/XAVC S 4:2:0 8-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p [60 to 100 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p/100p/119.88p [16 to 100 Mb/s] External Recording Modes 4:2:2 8-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/50i/50p/59.94i/59.94p Recording Limit Unlimited Video Encoding NTSC/PAL Audio Recording Built-In Microphone (Stereo) External Microphone Input Audio File Format Linear PCM Focus Focus Type Auto and Manual Focus Focus Mode Automatic (A), Continuous-Servo AF , Direct Manual Focus (DMF), Manual Focus (M), Single-Servo AF (S) Autofocus Points Phase Detection: 693 Contrast Detection: 425 Autofocus Sensitivity -4 to +20 EV Viewfinder and Monitor Viewfinder Type Electronic (OLED) Viewfinder Size 0.39" Viewfinder Resolution 2,359,296 Dot Viewfinder Eye Point 20 mm Viewfinder Coverage 100% Viewfinder Magnification Approx. 0.59x Diopter Adjustment -4 to +3 Size 3" Resolution 921,600 Dot Display Type Articulating Touchscreen LCD Flash Built-In Flash No Flash Modes Auto, Fill Flash, Hi-Speed Sync, Off, Rear Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Wireless Maximum Sync Speed 1/160 Second Flash Compensation -3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) Dedicated Flash System TTL External Flash Connection Hot Shoe Interface Memory Card Slot Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) Connectivity USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1), HDMI D (Micro), 3.5mm Headphone, 3.5mm Microphone Wireless Bluetooth Wi-Fi GPS No Environmental Operating Temperature 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C Physical Battery 1 x NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 2280 mAh (Approx. 740 Shots) Dimensions (W x H x D) 4.9 x 2.8 x 2.4" / 124 x 71.1 x 59.7 mm Weight 1.1 lb / 509 g (Body with Battery and Memory) What's In the Box New New Sony A7C body Silver Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Charger Camera Strap Body Cap Original Sony retail packaging
Specification Imaging Lens Mount Sony E Camera Format Full-Frame (1x Crop Factor) Pixels Actual: 25.3 Megapixel Effective: 24.2 Megapixel Maximum Resolution 6000 x 4000 Aspect Ratio 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9 Sensor Type CMOS Sensor Size 35.6 x 23.8 mm Image File Format JPEG, Raw Bit Depth 14-Bit Image Stabilization Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis Exposure Control ISO Sensitivity Auto, 100 to 51200 (Extended: 50 to 204800) Shutter Speed Mechanical Shutter 1/4000 to 30 Second Bulb Mode Electronic Shutter 1/8000 to 30 Second Bulb Mode Metering Method Average, Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Multi-Zone, Spot Exposure Modes Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority Exposure Compensation -5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) Metering Range -3 to 20 EV White Balance Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Shade, Underwater Continuous Shooting Up to 10 fps at 24.2 MP for up to 223 Frames (JPEG) / 115 Frames (Raw) Up to 8 fps at 24.2 MP Up to 6 fps at 24.2 MP Up to 3 fps at 24.2 MP Interval Recording Yes Self-Timer 2/5/10-Second Delay Video Recording Modes H.264/XAVC S 4:2:0 8-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p [60 to 100 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p/100p/119.88p [16 to 100 Mb/s] External Recording Modes 4:2:2 8-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/50i/50p/59.94i/59.94p Recording Limit Unlimited Video Encoding NTSC/PAL Audio Recording Built-In Microphone (Stereo) External Microphone Input Audio File Format Linear PCM Focus Focus Type Auto and Manual Focus Focus Mode Automatic (A), Continuous-Servo AF , Direct Manual Focus (DMF), Manual Focus (M), Single-Servo AF (S) Autofocus Points Phase Detection: 693 Contrast Detection: 425 Autofocus Sensitivity -4 to +20 EV Viewfinder and Monitor Viewfinder Type Electronic (OLED) Viewfinder Size 0.39" Viewfinder Resolution 2,359,296 Dot Viewfinder Eye Point 20 mm Viewfinder Coverage 100% Viewfinder Magnification Approx. 0.59x Diopter Adjustment -4 to +3 Size 3" Resolution 921,600 Dot Display Type Articulating Touchscreen LCD Flash Built-In Flash No Flash Modes Auto, Fill Flash, Hi-Speed Sync, Off, Rear Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Wireless Maximum Sync Speed 1/160 Second Flash Compensation -3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) Dedicated Flash System TTL External Flash Connection Hot Shoe Interface Memory Card Slot Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) Connectivity USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1), HDMI D (Micro), 3.5mm Headphone, 3.5mm Microphone Wireless Bluetooth Wi-Fi GPS No Environmental Operating Temperature 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C Physical Battery 1 x NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 2280 mAh (Approx. 740 Shots) Dimensions (W x H x D) 4.9 x 2.8 x 2.4" / 124 x 71.1 x 59.7 mm Weight 1.1 lb / 509 g (Body with Battery and Memory) What's In the Box New New Sony A7C body Silver Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Charger Camera Strap Body Cap Original Sony retail packaging
Specification Imaging Lens Mount Sony E Camera Format Full-Frame (1x Crop Factor) Pixels Actual: 25.3 Megapixel Effective: 24.2 Megapixel Maximum Resolution 6000 x 4000 Aspect Ratio 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9 Sensor Type CMOS Sensor Size 35.6 x 23.8 mm Image File Format JPEG, Raw Bit Depth 14-Bit Image Stabilization Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis Exposure Control ISO Sensitivity Auto, 100 to 51200 (Extended: 50 to 204800) Shutter Speed Mechanical Shutter 1/4000 to 30 Second Bulb Mode Electronic Shutter 1/8000 to 30 Second Bulb Mode Metering Method Average, Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Multi-Zone, Spot Exposure Modes Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority Exposure Compensation -5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) Metering Range -3 to 20 EV White Balance Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Shade, Underwater Continuous Shooting Up to 10 fps at 24.2 MP for up to 223 Frames (JPEG) / 115 Frames (Raw) Up to 8 fps at 24.2 MP Up to 6 fps at 24.2 MP Up to 3 fps at 24.2 MP Interval Recording Yes Self-Timer 2/5/10-Second Delay Video Recording Modes H.264/XAVC S 4:2:0 8-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p [60 to 100 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p/100p/119.88p [16 to 100 Mb/s] External Recording Modes 4:2:2 8-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/50i/50p/59.94i/59.94p Recording Limit Unlimited Video Encoding NTSC/PAL Audio Recording Built-In Microphone (Stereo) External Microphone Input Audio File Format Linear PCM Focus Focus Type Auto and Manual Focus Focus Mode Automatic (A), Continuous-Servo AF , Direct Manual Focus (DMF), Manual Focus (M), Single-Servo AF (S) Autofocus Points Phase Detection: 693 Contrast Detection: 425 Autofocus Sensitivity -4 to +20 EV Viewfinder and Monitor Viewfinder Type Electronic (OLED) Viewfinder Size 0.39" Viewfinder Resolution 2,359,296 Dot Viewfinder Eye Point 20 mm Viewfinder Coverage 100% Viewfinder Magnification Approx. 0.59x Diopter Adjustment -4 to +3 Size 3" Resolution 921,600 Dot Display Type Articulating Touchscreen LCD Flash Built-In Flash No Flash Modes Auto, Fill Flash, Hi-Speed Sync, Off, Rear Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Wireless Maximum Sync Speed 1/160 Second Flash Compensation -3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) Dedicated Flash System TTL External Flash Connection Hot Shoe Interface Memory Card Slot Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) Connectivity USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1), HDMI D (Micro), 3.5mm Headphone, 3.5mm Microphone Wireless Bluetooth Wi-Fi GPS No Environmental Operating Temperature 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C Physical Battery 1 x NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 2280 mAh (Approx. 740 Shots) Dimensions (W x H x D) 4.9 x 2.8 x 2.4" / 124 x 71.1 x 59.7 mm Weight 1.1 lb / 509 g (Body with Battery and Memory) What's In the Box New New Sony A7C body Silver Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Charger Camera Strap Body Cap Original Sony retail packaging
Specification Imaging Lens Mount Sony E Camera Format Full-Frame (1x Crop Factor) Pixels Actual: 25.3 Megapixel Effective: 24.2 Megapixel Maximum Resolution 6000 x 4000 Aspect Ratio 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9 Sensor Type CMOS Sensor Size 35.6 x 23.8 mm Image File Format JPEG, Raw Bit Depth 14-Bit Image Stabilization Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis Exposure Control ISO Sensitivity Auto, 100 to 51200 (Extended: 50 to 204800) Shutter Speed Mechanical Shutter 1/4000 to 30 Second Bulb Mode Electronic Shutter 1/8000 to 30 Second Bulb Mode Metering Method Average, Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Multi-Zone, Spot Exposure Modes Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority Exposure Compensation -5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) Metering Range -3 to 20 EV White Balance Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Shade, Underwater Continuous Shooting Up to 10 fps at 24.2 MP for up to 223 Frames (JPEG) / 115 Frames (Raw) Up to 8 fps at 24.2 MP Up to 6 fps at 24.2 MP Up to 3 fps at 24.2 MP Interval Recording Yes Self-Timer 2/5/10-Second Delay Video Recording Modes H.264/XAVC S 4:2:0 8-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p [60 to 100 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p/100p/119.88p [16 to 100 Mb/s] External Recording Modes 4:2:2 8-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/50i/50p/59.94i/59.94p Recording Limit Unlimited Video Encoding NTSC/PAL Audio Recording Built-In Microphone (Stereo) External Microphone Input Audio File Format Linear PCM Focus Focus Type Auto and Manual Focus Focus Mode Automatic (A), Continuous-Servo AF , Direct Manual Focus (DMF), Manual Focus (M), Single-Servo AF (S) Autofocus Points Phase Detection: 693 Contrast Detection: 425 Autofocus Sensitivity -4 to +20 EV Viewfinder and Monitor Viewfinder Type Electronic (OLED) Viewfinder Size 0.39" Viewfinder Resolution 2,359,296 Dot Viewfinder Eye Point 20 mm Viewfinder Coverage 100% Viewfinder Magnification Approx. 0.59x Diopter Adjustment -4 to +3 Size 3" Resolution 921,600 Dot Display Type Articulating Touchscreen LCD Flash Built-In Flash No Flash Modes Auto, Fill Flash, Hi-Speed Sync, Off, Rear Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Wireless Maximum Sync Speed 1/160 Second Flash Compensation -3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) Dedicated Flash System TTL External Flash Connection Hot Shoe Interface Memory Card Slot Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) Connectivity USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1), HDMI D (Micro), 3.5mm Headphone, 3.5mm Microphone Wireless Bluetooth Wi-Fi GPS No Environmental Operating Temperature 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C Physical Battery 1 x NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 2280 mAh (Approx. 740 Shots) Dimensions (W x H x D) 4.9 x 2.8 x 2.4" / 124 x 71.1 x 59.7 mm Weight 1.1 lb / 509 g (Body with Battery and Memory) What's In the Box New New Sony A7C body Silver Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Charger Camera Strap Body Cap Original Sony retail packaging
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I was looking for a while to replace my older, heavier dslr equipment and was attracted to Sony as a brand purely from reviews.I was looking at the A7iii but it was not much smaller than the kit I was using.Then a friend said I should look at the A7C as it is much smaller yet still full frame.Full frame is a must as I need all the resolution I can get so I bought one as a kit with the 28-60 kit lens.Other than the usual difficulties mastering the menu’s this camera is simply a revelation.Small, lightweight and simple bursting with all the hi end bells and whistles you can ever need. Obviously with such a small body some concessions have been made to things like custom buttons etc, but you can’t have it all and there really isn’t the perfect camera.Could ... MoreI was looking for a while to replace my older, heavier dslr equipment and was attracted to Sony as a brand purely from reviews.I was looking at the A7iii but it was not much smaller than the kit I was using.Then a friend said I should look at the A7C as it is much smaller yet still full frame.Full frame is a must as I need all the resolution I can get so I bought one as a kit with the 28-60 kit lens.Other than the usual difficulties mastering the menu’s this camera is simply a revelation.Small, lightweight and simple bursting with all the hi end bells and whistles you can ever need. Obviously with such a small body some concessions have been made to things like custom buttons etc, but you can’t have it all and there really isn’t the perfect camera.Could do with a slightly bigger EVF and maybe a 2nd card slot but the image quality is simply awesome, and that is with the kit lens. The lens maybe feels a tad cheap but is edge to edge sharp with virtually no distortion.Obviously I will be buying some more glass, mainly primes and can’t wait to see how far I can push the resolution.I attach an image of a frosty bird feeder as an example of this lens and camera. Taken on a really dull morning.Don’t hesitate to grab one the best full frame cameras and see for yourself the improvements.
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I have other A7 series cameras and purchased this as a 'full frame compact'. Fitted with the Sony 40mm/f2.5 lens (& a couple of small primes), this makes a great 'City/Street' outfit - unobtrusive, (fairly) lightweight and able to fit in a small shoulder bag. Also has a much improved battery life via the FZ-100 battery (only take a couple of spares - they are heavy!). I wouldn't use this camera with long, heavy zooms/telephotos - it's much better balanced with small primes and lightweight zooms. Only two issues are the lack of a built-in flash (useful for fill-in/backlit) and the small viewfinder, hence the four star rating. Recommended.
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I am very pleased with the definition and colours of images taken with this camera. In the past I have mainly used medium format manual film cameras and relied on my phone for regular snaps. This is a new and exciting experience for me. So light and handy and lots of options to learn.The only criticising I have so far is that the usb charging adapter packed with the camera does not provide sufficient power to charge the camera or run it if turned on. Other wall plugs I have work so why would Sony send out a part that is not fit for use. I am waiting for the retailer to find a solution? Otherwise I am happy.
| Lens Mount | Sony E |
| Camera Format | Full-Frame (1x Crop Factor) |
| Pixels | Actual: 25.3 Megapixel Effective: 24.2 Megapixel |
| Maximum Resolution | 6000 Ă— 4000 |
| Aspect Ratio | 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9 |
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I was looking for a while to replace my older, heavier dslr equipment and was attracted to Sony as a brand purely from reviews.I was looking at the A7iii but it was not much smaller than the kit I was using.Then a friend said I should look at the A7C as it is much smaller yet still full frame.Full frame is a must as I need all the resolution I can get so I bought one as a kit with the 28-60 kit lens.Other than the usual difficulties mastering the menu’s this camera is simply a revelation.Small, lightweight and simple bursting with all the hi end bells and whistles you can ever need. Obviously with such a small body some concessions have been made to things like custom buttons etc, but you can’t have it all and there really isn’t the perfect camera.Could ... MoreI was looking for a while to replace my older, heavier dslr equipment and was attracted to Sony as a brand purely from reviews.I was looking at the A7iii but it was not much smaller than the kit I was using.Then a friend said I should look at the A7C as it is much smaller yet still full frame.Full frame is a must as I need all the resolution I can get so I bought one as a kit with the 28-60 kit lens.Other than the usual difficulties mastering the menu’s this camera is simply a revelation.Small, lightweight and simple bursting with all the hi end bells and whistles you can ever need. Obviously with such a small body some concessions have been made to things like custom buttons etc, but you can’t have it all and there really isn’t the perfect camera.Could do with a slightly bigger EVF and maybe a 2nd card slot but the image quality is simply awesome, and that is with the kit lens. The lens maybe feels a tad cheap but is edge to edge sharp with virtually no distortion.Obviously I will be buying some more glass, mainly primes and can’t wait to see how far I can push the resolution.I attach an image of a frosty bird feeder as an example of this lens and camera. Taken on a really dull morning.Don’t hesitate to grab one the best full frame cameras and see for yourself the improvements.
I have other A7 series cameras and purchased this as a 'full frame compact'. Fitted with the Sony 40mm/f2.5 lens (& a couple of small primes), this makes a great 'City/Street' outfit - unobtrusive, (fairly) lightweight and able to fit in a small shoulder bag. Also has a much improved battery life via the FZ-100 battery (only take a couple of spares - they are heavy!). I wouldn't use this camera with long, heavy zooms/telephotos - it's much better balanced with small primes and lightweight zooms. Only two issues are the lack of a built-in flash (useful for fill-in/backlit) and the small viewfinder, hence the four star rating. Recommended.
I am very pleased with the definition and colours of images taken with this camera. In the past I have mainly used medium format manual film cameras and relied on my phone for regular snaps. This is a new and exciting experience for me. So light and handy and lots of options to learn.The only criticising I have so far is that the usb charging adapter packed with the camera does not provide sufficient power to charge the camera or run it if turned on. Other wall plugs I have work so why would Sony send out a part that is not fit for use. I am waiting for the retailer to find a solution? Otherwise I am happy.
I'm a graphic designer and art director. I decided to get into videography and this is my first camera. I heard that Sony UI and usability is quite frustrating, so I was a bit worried. I can honestly say that after a few customizations this camera is absolutely wonderful and I have zero frustrations. I bought two Sony lenses that are both glorious, especially the first: Sony 85mm 1.8 and the 24mm 1.4. Both of these are essential kit/primes as far as I'm concerned. The 85 is drop dead gorgeous. Anyway, I'm super happy with this purchase and can only recommend this as a prosumer entry into video. The color is limited to 8 bit and if you CAN wait, I read that the mk2 is coming out this year with 10bit color. But yeah... as an entry level full format sensor camera, you ... MoreI'm a graphic designer and art director. I decided to get into videography and this is my first camera. I heard that Sony UI and usability is quite frustrating, so I was a bit worried. I can honestly say that after a few customizations this camera is absolutely wonderful and I have zero frustrations. I bought two Sony lenses that are both glorious, especially the first: Sony 85mm 1.8 and the 24mm 1.4. Both of these are essential kit/primes as far as I'm concerned. The 85 is drop dead gorgeous. Anyway, I'm super happy with this purchase and can only recommend this as a prosumer entry into video. The color is limited to 8 bit and if you CAN wait, I read that the mk2 is coming out this year with 10bit color. But yeah... as an entry level full format sensor camera, you can't really beat this beautiful camera. I'm a fan.
Just like you, I read/watched numerous videos/articles about which camera (make/model) to purchase. The final decision rested between the a7c and the more expensive a7iv. The a7c seems to offer the same level of performance in a smaller, lighter body and saves quite a few hundred ÂŁ! The perceived negatives from some reviweres - small viewfinder, 'lack' of customisable buttons seem completely irrelevant in practice. Several buttons can be reprogrammed, custom profiles can be quickly saved and used to capture that perfect fleeting moment without losing time. The viewfinder is great in my opinion. It is clear and doesnt squish your nose against the back screen. With the kit lens or the 35mm 1.8, this little beast fits into my small waist bag!
About the same size as a Sony A6xxx crop-series camera, the A7C is appreciably smaller and lighter than its other full-frame brethren. The empirical specifications don't really convey this; it feels MUCH smaller and lighter than the numbers say, and as such I find it an absolute joy to use. The sensor is nothing short of miraculous, with as much dynamic range and color depth as one could want. Resolution (24 megapixels) is plenty sufficient for everyday use.Indeed, the viewfinder is on the small side, but I got used to it quickly and didn't find it a hindrance whatsoever. It's far better than not having one. I'm also a shoot-wide-open-in-daylight junkie, and have occasionally run into the 1/4000th sec mechanical shutter limit, but e-shutter does go to 1/8000 in ... MoreAbout the same size as a Sony A6xxx crop-series camera, the A7C is appreciably smaller and lighter than its other full-frame brethren. The empirical specifications don't really convey this; it feels MUCH smaller and lighter than the numbers say, and as such I find it an absolute joy to use. The sensor is nothing short of miraculous, with as much dynamic range and color depth as one could want. Resolution (24 megapixels) is plenty sufficient for everyday use.Indeed, the viewfinder is on the small side, but I got used to it quickly and didn't find it a hindrance whatsoever. It's far better than not having one. I'm also a shoot-wide-open-in-daylight junkie, and have occasionally run into the 1/4000th sec mechanical shutter limit, but e-shutter does go to 1/8000 in Silent Mode; you just need to be careful in artificial lighting and when photographing very fast-moving subjects (rolling shutter). If you are a hardcore landscape photographer who prints big, you may find the resolution on the low side; you'd be better off with an A7R model, or the A1.Another thought: I do miss the Custom buttons found on other A7/A9 models. But for casual shooting, the absence of these buttons is okay.All-in-all, this is a superb addition to Sony's full-frame Alpha line. If you are seeking the smallest and lightest possible full-frame Sony body, look no further!
Bought this to go alongside my trusty A7iii as a more video-centric camera. The unlimited record time was the main draw for me and I've had no overheating issues when filming 2+ hour podcast episodes. I find that the articulating screen is better for video, particularly portrait content and especially in tight spaces. The improved af is excellent for long takes on a gimbal as a solo operator and the lower base iso of 500 vs 800 in s-log is a bonus too.Personally, I prefer the ergonomics of the A7iii for photos (when handheld - the A7C's screen is better for tripod work) and the extra custom buttons are my only wish for the A7C but a bit of time spent setting up the function menu has helped me get around this.The majority of my work is for the mountain bike ... MoreBought this to go alongside my trusty A7iii as a more video-centric camera. The unlimited record time was the main draw for me and I've had no overheating issues when filming 2+ hour podcast episodes. I find that the articulating screen is better for video, particularly portrait content and especially in tight spaces. The improved af is excellent for long takes on a gimbal as a solo operator and the lower base iso of 500 vs 800 in s-log is a bonus too.Personally, I prefer the ergonomics of the A7iii for photos (when handheld - the A7C's screen is better for tripod work) and the extra custom buttons are my only wish for the A7C but a bit of time spent setting up the function menu has helped me get around this.The majority of my work is for the mountain bike industry and the benefit of the A7iii + A7C kit means I get my preferred ergonomics for photo and video but I have the confidence that I'll be able to achieve the same results should one break - always a concern when trying to follow a professional athlete with a full camera bag, and in all weather conditions. But in terms of picking between the two as a one-camera setup, I'd say it comes down to your preference on features and body style for the work you do because they'll give you identical results.In terms of durability and reliability, I've had no issues in over 2 years of constant use with my A7iii and although the A7C doesn't feel quite as solidly built, I'm sure it'll prove just as reliable without special care.
Wow, how did they manage to fit a full frame sensor in a body that is so compact?On first opening the box I was almost taken back by how small this camera is, up until now I was used to substantially bigger cameras loaded with smaller sensors so this is my first full frame experience and it started off with a really nice surprise. All the hype around the body dimensions is correct - it is certainly far easier and convenient to carry about than many other cameras that I've had over the years and is very light weight. The camera easily fits into your jacket pocket or small bag, even with the kit lens attached - with this the magic happens as the 28-60 lens retracts into itself to make a very decent package indeed.The build quality feels really nice with all the ... MoreWow, how did they manage to fit a full frame sensor in a body that is so compact?On first opening the box I was almost taken back by how small this camera is, up until now I was used to substantially bigger cameras loaded with smaller sensors so this is my first full frame experience and it started off with a really nice surprise. All the hype around the body dimensions is correct - it is certainly far easier and convenient to carry about than many other cameras that I've had over the years and is very light weight. The camera easily fits into your jacket pocket or small bag, even with the kit lens attached - with this the magic happens as the 28-60 lens retracts into itself to make a very decent package indeed.The build quality feels really nice with all the buttons and knobs having a nice responsive click, the control knobs are weighted just nicely so that you have to make a purpose action to move the settings (good for removing unwanted mode changes etc). The chassis is very stiff with a real solid feel to it and I like the jack/card/battery covers that have a sort of sprung sliding latch mechanism to lock the doors - much better than a rubber flap type cover. The body is weather sealed and feels like it is going to last.Picture quality.... this is my favourite bit: I predominantly take photos and video in very difficult and dark situations such as inside mines and other underground environments. My usual tool has a smaller sensor so upon first viewing the photos that I took the first time with the A7C the difference was truly worlds apart. For one, the focusing system is really good, no - its amazingly good - it really is. Even in dimly lit caverns, somehow the focus could lock onto objects and provided a perfectly sharp image - the days of manually focussing and prayers are over! Sony has definitely won me over with the superb focussing system alone and it is this where I think that Sony really are head and shoulders above other systems.Currently I've only got the kit lens (28-60 FE4-5.6) and I must say that it is more than capable of taking really nice sharp images both in daylight and also in the dark. As mentioned, all my photography is done underground so I use ISO100, F8.0 at around 25 to 30 second exposures (light painted) - noise is really non existent even at these fairly long exposure times, ramping the ISO right up still results in a beautiful image and is surely testament that Sony's good quality large sensor is far more capable than smaller alternatives.My favourite feature is two fold. The flip out screen is just great, perfect for setting shots up and for Vlogging (the kit lens is perfectly wide enough for my usage at arms length), also again - the sensor and focus system are brilliantly matched producing crisp edges and noise free images.The menu system - although at first it is certainly well adorned with settings does become a lot easier to use once you know where everything is - I've made good use of the custom menu so that all my commonly used settings are right in one place for quick easy access. The cameras buttons are customisable but I like to leave most of them set as per the little graphic icon printed on the camera body, instead having the single Fn button set to display a quick access menu to all the common settings. For me, I like the simple system rather than a mass of buttons - in my environment I just set the camera's custom modes (there's three of them to assign your settings to) and shoot away knowing that all the settings are already dialled in as I have previously set. The simplicity was one of the points that actually drew me to the camera as well as the compact chassis.The movie mode on the Sony is now just great, no recording time limitation caused through heat - and that autofocus with face detection and tracking.... wow, truly amazing! The stabilization is fair, it does remove a lot of the high frequency movements but the camera outputs the giro data to the movie file so that editing software can further reduce them pesky wobbles that occur from VLogging/walking/climbing etc.So to conclude: I'm new to the Sony photography world and I really like what I'm experiencing over my current gear. Lovely sensor images, fantastic autofocus, great build quality. I think me and the new Sony A7C will get on just fine!
I really wanted to love this camera, but the lack of one single feature ruined this camera for me. Yes, I will drop my rating to a single star because of the lack of one single feature... but I feel that I am justified: There is no shutter release port on this camera, and although that may sound trivial, consider the consequences -- this camera's shutter cannot be controlled by any other devices that use a wired shutter control including sliders, jibs, pan heads, pluto trigger, arsenal, edelkrone, and my main beef: star trackers! Yes, I know it is a small niche genre, but a lightweight full frame camera is ideal for astrophotographers, and all the specs of this camera are great! I have taken several amazing photographs of the night sky with this camera... BUT, and ... MoreI really wanted to love this camera, but the lack of one single feature ruined this camera for me. Yes, I will drop my rating to a single star because of the lack of one single feature... but I feel that I am justified: There is no shutter release port on this camera, and although that may sound trivial, consider the consequences -- this camera's shutter cannot be controlled by any other devices that use a wired shutter control including sliders, jibs, pan heads, pluto trigger, arsenal, edelkrone, and my main beef: star trackers! Yes, I know it is a small niche genre, but a lightweight full frame camera is ideal for astrophotographers, and all the specs of this camera are great! I have taken several amazing photographs of the night sky with this camera... BUT, and buyer-be-ware, the lack of and automated shutter control from a device like a star tracker may mean that I had to stay up all night in the freezing cold while baby sitting this camera for each and ever single image I took. The interval shoot feature is kind of a work around, but 30 seconds is the maximum exposure you will be able to take, and the camera will not be in sync with the star tracker. So, you will have higher ISO, lower dynamic range, and you should learn to embrace the frostbite while you are using a bluetooth remote (the only way to control the shutter for long exposures) for those 3 and 4 minute exposures. That doesn't sound too bad, right? Wrong! Let's say you want to do multi row panoramas of the night sky... or do a timelapse with camera movement (like with an edelkrone headone, or slider unit, or move shoot move unit, etc.). There is no conceivable way to automate these with another device and have it be in sync, so you will have to start the exposure, set a timer, wait for the timer, remember to end the exposure when the timer goes off, recompose your shot, and do it all over again... and again... and again... while every other camera on the market has the ability to have all of this fully automated by the accessory device (star trackers and many many other accessory devices). Also the USB-C port does not have the capability of pairing with a 2.5mm (SNAP) port as it is a communication port, not a normally open shutter circuit controlled by an on/off switch. You would think that Sony would have designated 2 of the USB terminals for shutter control (like they did with other alpha 7 cameras), but you would be dead wrong. In their infinite wisdom they decided that and HDMI and microphone port were essential, and that a shutter port was entirely unnecessary. As of writing this, nobody makes an adapter for a wired shutter controll like a 2.5mm SNAP port to a bluetooth controller... even 2 years after this camera's release. If you want to control this camera with any other device, then you will be sorely disappointed. If you don't mind the babysitting, frostbitten fingers, and all the limitations that come with not being able to use accessory devices with shutter control, then you will love it!
I made the transition from APS to full-frame and started off with the Sony A7riii. Wonderful camera in every respect. But I wanted something smaller and lighter for street work, and I felt that 24MP is more than sufficient for what I do. So I bought the A7C body (and then a second A7c body), and these two are my go-to standard cameras, one mounted with either a 24mm f1.4 or the 35mm f1.8, and the other with the 85mm f1.8. A fantastic combination. The A7c has a few drawbacks (e.g., only one memory card), but it is just the right size for me. I am used to the sometimes confusing Sony menus, so no problem there for me; I just used the Fn button for all my menu choices. This camera has excellent image quality, handles beautifully (especially in the silent mode, which I ... MoreI made the transition from APS to full-frame and started off with the Sony A7riii. Wonderful camera in every respect. But I wanted something smaller and lighter for street work, and I felt that 24MP is more than sufficient for what I do. So I bought the A7C body (and then a second A7c body), and these two are my go-to standard cameras, one mounted with either a 24mm f1.4 or the 35mm f1.8, and the other with the 85mm f1.8. A fantastic combination. The A7c has a few drawbacks (e.g., only one memory card), but it is just the right size for me. I am used to the sometimes confusing Sony menus, so no problem there for me; I just used the Fn button for all my menu choices. This camera has excellent image quality, handles beautifully (especially in the silent mode, which I use most of the time), and is the almost ideal form factor.
| Lens Mount | Sony E |
| Camera Format | Full-Frame (1x Crop Factor) |
| Pixels | Actual: 25.3 Megapixel Effective: 24.2 Megapixel |
| Maximum Resolution | 6000 Ă— 4000 |
| Aspect Ratio | 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9 |
