Sony A7R II vs Sony A7c

Here, we will be comparing the Sony A7R II versus Sony A7c, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are produced by Sony. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the A7R II (42MP) and A7c (24MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (Full frame).

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The A7R II was revealed 6 years earlier than the A7c which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony A7R II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7c being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the A7R II grades versus the A7c when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha A7R II and Sony Alpha A7c. The full galleries are available at Sony A7R II Gallery and Sony A7c Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Sony A7R II features external measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs) while the Sony A7c has measurements of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony A7R II versus Sony A7c in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the A7R II compared to the A7c.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A7R II and A7c is 68 and 78 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by seeing specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A7R II and A7c.

All in all, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony A7R II to provide more detail because of its extra 18MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged A7R II will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.