Sony A7R III vs Sony A7c
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![Sony Alpha A7R III front Sony Alpha A7R III front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Alpha-A7R-III/Sony-A7R-III-front.jpg)
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Sony A7R III vs Sony A7c Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 42MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Bump to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 657g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
- Launched October 2017
- Old Model is Sony A7R II
- Updated by Sony A7R IV
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 509g - 124 x 71 x 60mm
- Launched September 2020
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Sony A7R III vs Sony A7c Overview
Lets look closer at the Sony A7R III versus Sony A7c, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both designed by Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the A7R III (42MP) and A7c (24MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (Full frame).
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The A7R III was launched 3 years earlier than the A7c which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sony A7R III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7c being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the A7R III grades against the A7c in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Sony A7R III vs Sony A7c Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha A7R III & Sony Alpha A7c. The complete galleries are provided at Sony A7R III Gallery & Sony A7c Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A7R III over the Sony A7c
A7R III | A7c | |||
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Screen resolution | 1440k | ![]() | 922k | Crisper screen (+518k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A7c over the Sony A7R III
A7c | A7R III | |||
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Launched | September 2020 | ![]() | October 2017 | More modern by 35 months |
Screen type | Fully articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Sony A7R III and Sony A7c
A7R III | A7c | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Sony A7R III vs Sony A7c Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Sony A7R III has got physical dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs) whilst the Sony A7c has sizing of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).
Check the Sony A7R III versus Sony A7c in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the A7R III compared to the A7c.
![Sony A7R III vs Sony A7c size comparison Sony A7R III vs Sony A7c size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Alpha-A7R-III-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7c-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A7R III and A7c is 63 and 78 respectively.
![Sony A7R III vs Sony A7c top view buttons comparison Sony A7R III vs Sony A7c top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Alpha-A7R-III-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7c-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Sony A7R III vs Sony A7c Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over technical specs. The pic below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the A7R III and A7c.
As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony A7R III to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 18MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged A7R III is going to be behind in sensor tech.
![Sony A7R III vs Sony A7c sensor size comparison Sony A7R III vs Sony A7c sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Sony-Alpha-A7R-III-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7c-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Sony A7R III vs Sony A7c Screen and ViewFinder
![Sony A7R III vs Sony A7c Screen and Viewfinder comparison Sony A7R III vs Sony A7c Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Alpha-A7R-III-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7c-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Sony A7R III vs Sony A7c Specifications
Sony Alpha A7R III | Sony Alpha A7c | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha A7R III | Sony Alpha A7c |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2017-10-25 | 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 measurements | 35.9 x 24mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 42 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 7952 x 5304 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 32000 | 51200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 425 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Sony E | Sony E |
Total lenses | 121 | 122 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,440k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,686k dots | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | - | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 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 |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 657 grams (1.45 lb) | 509 grams (1.12 lb) |
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 | 100 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 26.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 3523 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 650 shots | 740 shots |
Form of battery | 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 | ||
Storage type | Two SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II support on one) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | Two | Single |
Cost at launch | $2,800 | $1,800 |