Sony A7c vs Sony RX100 IV
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Sony A7c vs Sony RX100 IV Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 509g - 124 x 71 x 60mm
- Released September 2020
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 298g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Launched June 2015
- Earlier Model is Sony RX100 III
- Updated by Sony RX100 V
Sony A7c vs Sony RX100 IV Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Sony A7c vs Sony RX100 IV, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both are created by Sony. The resolution of the A7c (24MP) and the RX100 IV (20MP) is very comparable but the A7c (Full frame) and RX100 IV (1") have totally different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe A7c was introduced 5 years later than the RX100 IV and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Sony A7c being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 IV being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the A7c grades versus the RX100 IV when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony A7c vs Sony RX100 IV Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha A7c & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony A7c Gallery & Sony RX100 IV Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A7c over the Sony RX100 IV
A7c | RX100 IV | |||
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Launched | September 2020 | June 2015 | More recent by 65 months | |
Display type | Fully articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 IV over the Sony A7c
RX100 IV | A7c | |||
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Display resolution | 1229k | 922k | Crisper display (+307k dot) |
Common features in the Sony A7c and Sony RX100 IV
A7c | RX100 IV | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Both good for selfies |
Sony A7c vs Sony RX100 IV Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Sony A7c has got external dimensions of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 IV has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).
Compare the Sony A7c vs Sony RX100 IV in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the A7c and the RX100 IV.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the A7c and RX100 IV is 78 and 89 respectively.
Sony A7c vs Sony RX100 IV Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out technical specs. The visual below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the A7c and RX100 IV.
As you can tell, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The A7c having a larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony A7c will produce extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The fresher A7c will have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Sony A7c vs Sony RX100 IV Specifications
Sony Alpha A7c | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha A7c | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2020-09-14 | 2015-06-10 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 35.8 x 23.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 852.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 693 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Sony E | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Max aperture | - | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Available lenses | 122 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully articulated | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 922 thousand dots | 1,229 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.59x | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 16.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p/24p/120p), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 509 grams (1.12 pounds) | 298 grams (0.66 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 71 x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 562 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 740 shots | 280 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-FZ100 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $1,800 | $898 |