The Sony Alpha a7C is an extremely portable and convenient high-resolution, full-frame mirrorless camera that combines many features found in the higher-end a7 III with a compact body style similar to the a6600. Key features include:
Optimized for vloggers and content creators
UHD 4K video capture in XAVC S format
5-axis in-body image stabilization
693-point hybrid autofocus system
24.2MP Exmor R BSI CMOS Sensor and BIONZ X Image Processor. The Sony Alpha a7C’s 24.2MP back-illuminated full-frame sensor works in tandem with the BIONZ X processor to deliver fast performance, excellent image quality, and great low-light performance. You get 14-bit RAW stills with a native sensitivity range of ISO 100-51200, which can be expanded to ISO 50-204800. You also get internal UHD 4K video capture using the sensor’s full width. This combination of sensor and processor enables the a 7C to keep up with fast-paced shooting applications. You can shoot up to 10 fps at full resolution with full autofocus for up to 115 consecutive frames in either mechanical or electronic shutter mode, and up to 8 fps in live-view mode.
UHD 4K Video Capture. The a7C can capture UHD 4K video in multiple frame rates up to 30 fps, which is oversampled 2.4-fold to ensure that there’s no pixel-binning. It can also capture Full HD 1080p at up to 120 fps. Both 4K and Full HD resolutions use 100 Mbps XAVC S format in an MP4 wrapper with 4:2:0 sampling. In addition to these high-resolution internal-recording options, the a7C offers uncompressed 4:2:2 video output via an HDMI connection.
S-Log3, S-Log2, and Hybrid Log Gamma. The Alpha a 7 C offers S-Log3, S-Log2, and Hybrid Log Gamma profiles that allow for color-grading flexibility, smooth roll off, and more information in the shadows and highlights.
Fast Hybrid Autofocus System. The a7C’s autofocus system features 693 on-sensor phase-detect autofocus points with 93% coverage along with 425 contrast-detect autofocus points, providing extremely fast, accurate performance for stills and video alike. The Real-Time Eye AF feature lets you base focusing on a familiar subject’s eyes, making this camera great for portraiture, while the Real-Time Tracking feature uses AI-based focus tracking on moving subjects when you half-press the shutter button. You can also use the touchscreen to manually track your subject. You can assign “Tracking On + AF On” to a custom key and activate it instantly while you’re pressing the dedicated AF On button.
Five-Axis SteadyShot INSIDE Image Stabilization. Carried over from the a7 III, the SteadyShot INSIDE image-stabilization system offers up to five stops of correction on any lens you mount. This system compensates for five types of camera shake, including angular shake (pitch and yaw), shift shake (X and Y axes), and rotational shake (roll). All five stabilization axes are constantly engaged, even when you’re using third-party lenses, adapters, or lenses with their own built-in image stabilization.
High-Res Electronic Viewfinder and LCD. The built-in XGA OLED EVF boasts a 2.4M-dot resolution, 100% coverage, and 0.59x magnification to give you a bright, clear view of what the sensor sees. The tilting 3.0-inch 922K-dot rear tilting touchscreen LCD can also be used for image composition and review when shooting at arm’s length. Its vari-angle design lets you work from high, low, and front-facing angles with ease.
Other Notable Features. There’s a hot-shoe external-flash connection, 3.5mm mic and headphone ports, built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capabilities for wireless image sharing and camera control, and NFC support. It records its 14-bit RAW images, JPEGs, and video files to SD memory cards, and uses the rechargeable NP-FZ100 battery that’s rated for approximately 740 shots per charge. This camera’s magnesium-alloy chassis and weather-sealed design offer maximum durability in a compact, convenient package.
