Sony A7 vs Sony A7c
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Sony A7 vs Sony A7c Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 50 - 25600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 474g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Revealed January 2014
- Renewed by Sony A7 II
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 509g - 124 x 71 x 60mm
- Launched September 2020

Sony A7 vs Sony A7c Overview
Here is a extensive comparison of the Sony A7 and Sony A7c, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are produced by Sony. The resolution of the A7 (24MP) and the A7c (24MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (Full frame).

The A7 was unveiled 7 years earlier than the A7c and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7c being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple overview of how the A7 grades versus the A7c in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Sony A7 vs Sony A7c Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha A7 and Sony Alpha A7c. The full galleries are viewable at Sony A7 Gallery and Sony A7c Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A7 over the Sony A7c
A7 | A7c | |||
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Screen resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 922k | Clearer screen (+308k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A7c over the Sony A7
A7c | A7 | |||
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Launched | September 2020 | ![]() | January 2014 | Fresher by 80 months |
Screen type | Fully articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Sony A7 and Sony A7c
A7 | A7c | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Sony A7 vs Sony A7c Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony A7 has exterior dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") along with a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs) whilst the Sony A7c has measurements of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") and a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).
Analyze the Sony A7 and Sony A7c in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the A7 versus the A7c.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A7 and A7c is 78 and 78 respectively.

Sony A7 vs Sony A7c Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the A7 and A7c.
As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of images although you might want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older A7 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Sony A7 vs Sony A7c Screen and ViewFinder


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Sony A7 vs Sony A7c Specifications
Sony Alpha A7 | Sony Alpha A7c | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha A7 | Sony Alpha A7c |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2014-01-22 | 2020-09-14 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Bionz X | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.8 x 23.9mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 855.6mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 50 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 117 | 693 |
Cross focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 121 | 122 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | Xtra Fine LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dot | 2,360k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Max quiet shutter speed | - | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/250 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (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 | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 474 gr (1.04 lbs) | 509 gr (1.12 lbs) |
Dimensions | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") | 124 x 71 x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 90 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 2248 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 pictures | 740 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-FW50 | 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 | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $798 | $1,800 |