Sony A7 III vs Sony A7c
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Sony A7 III vs Sony A7c Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 650g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
- Announced February 2018
- Succeeded the Sony A7 II
- Successor is Sony A7 IV
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 509g - 124 x 71 x 60mm
- Announced September 2020
Sony A7 III vs Sony A7c Overview
Here is a thorough assessment of the Sony A7 III versus Sony A7c, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are offered by Sony. The sensor resolution of the A7 III (24MP) and the A7c (24MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (Full frame).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe A7 III was manufactured 3 years before the A7c and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sony A7 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7c being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise view of how the A7 III matches up vs the A7c in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony A7 III vs Sony A7c Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha A7 III and Sony Alpha A7c. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony A7 III Gallery and Sony A7c Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A7 III over the Sony A7c
A7 III | A7c |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7c over the Sony A7 III
A7c | A7 III | |||
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Announced | September 2020 | February 2018 | Fresher by 31 months | |
Display type | Fully articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Sony A7 III and Sony A7c
A7 III | A7c | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurements | |
Display resolution | 922k | 922k | Same display resolution | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Sony A7 III vs Sony A7c Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony A7 III has got physical dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) whilst the Sony A7c has proportions of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).
Compare the Sony A7 III versus Sony A7c in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the A7 III and the A7c.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the A7 III and A7c is 63 and 78 respectively.
Sony A7 III vs Sony A7c Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The photograph here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A7 III and A7c.
As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs however you really should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older A7 III is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Sony A7 III vs Sony A7c Specifications
Sony Alpha A7 III | Sony Alpha A7c | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha A7 III | Sony Alpha A7c |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2018-02-27 | 2020-09-14 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Bionz X | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.8 x 23.8mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 852.0mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Max boosted ISO | 204800 | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 693 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Sony E | Sony E |
Total lenses | 121 | 122 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 922k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dots | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Highest silent shutter speed | - | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 650 gr (1.43 pounds) | 509 gr (1.12 pounds) |
Dimensions | 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") | 124 x 71 x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 96 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 3730 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 610 photos | 740 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-FZ100 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | Two | 1 |
Launch cost | $1,998 | $1,800 |