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Sony A7c vs Sony FX30

Portability
78
Imaging
76
Features
88
Overall
80
Sony Alpha A7c front
 
Sony FX30 front
Portability
64
Imaging
73
Features
92
Overall
80

Sony A7c vs Sony FX30 Key Specs

Sony A7c
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 509g - 124 x 71 x 60mm
  • Introduced September 2020
Sony FX30
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 32000 (Expand to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 646g - 130 x 78 x 85mm
  • Introduced September 2022
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Sony A7c vs Sony FX30 Overview

Here is a thorough comparison of the Sony A7c versus Sony FX30, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras and both of them are manufactured by Sony. The image resolution of the A7c (24MP) and the FX30 (26MP) is relatively close but the A7c (Full frame) and FX30 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The A7c was brought out 24 months earlier than the FX30 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the A7c scores vs the FX30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Sony A7c over the Sony FX30

 A7c FX30 

Reasons to pick Sony FX30 over the Sony A7c

 FX30 A7c 
IntroducedSeptember 2022September 2020Fresher by 24 months
Screen resolution2360k922kClearer screen (+1438k dot)

Common features in the Sony A7c and Sony FX30

 A7c FX30 
Focus manually Very accurate focusing
Screen typeFully articulatedFully articulatedFully Articulated screen
Screen size3"3.00"Same screen dimensions
Selfie screen Both are selfie friendly
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Sony A7c vs Sony FX30 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony A7c has got physical dimensions of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Sony FX30 has proportions of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") and a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Contrast the Sony A7c versus Sony FX30 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the A7c compared to the FX30.

Sony A7c vs Sony FX30 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the A7c and FX30 is 78 and 64 respectively.

Sony A7c vs Sony FX30 top view buttons comparison

Sony A7c vs Sony FX30 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The photograph below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the A7c and FX30.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The A7c because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony FX30 will result in extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The older A7c will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Sony A7c vs Sony FX30 sensor size comparison

Sony A7c vs Sony FX30 Screen and ViewFinder

Sony A7c vs Sony FX30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sony A7c Portrait photography features
Sony FX30 Portrait photography features
78
focusing manually
sensor resolution is decent (24MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
provides face detect focus
exports RAW formats
cannot use external flash
83
focusing manually
fantastic MP (26 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports face detection focusing
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Sony A7c Street photography details
Sony FX30 Street photography details
85
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
exports RAW formats
supports focus via touch
environment sealing
very good ISO range (51,200)
73
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
provides touch to focus
environment proofing
great ISO range (32,000)
more heavy than competitors in class (646g)
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Sports Comparison

Sony A7c Sports photography info
Sony FX30 Sports photography info
88
silent mode (1/8,000s)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
provides tracking focus
environment sealing
good battery power (740 shots)
supports phase detect auto focus
86
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
fantastic MP (26MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports tracking autofocus
environment proofing
great battery pack (570 CIPA)
comes with phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Sony A7c Travel photography advice
Sony FX30 Travel photography advice
86
good battery power (740 per charge)
environment sealing
has bluetooth
supports focus via touch
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
screen is selfie friendly
74
great battery pack (570 CIPA)
environment proofing
connects via bluetooth
provides touch to focus
fantastic MP (26MP)
selfie friendly screen
more heavy than competitors in class (646g)
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Landscape Comparison

Sony A7c Landscape photography factors
Sony FX30 Landscape photography factors
88
focusing manually
change lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor resolution is decent (24MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
very good ISO range (51,200)
exports RAW formats
environment sealing
good battery power (740 per charge)
85
focusing manually
switch lenses (Sony E mount)
nice screen size (3.00 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
fantastic MP (26 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
great ISO range (32,000)
supports RAW formats
environment proofing
great battery pack (570 per charge)
2 card slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Sony A7c Vlogging advice
Sony FX30 Vlogging advice
86
screen is selfie friendly
touchscreen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
provides face detect focus
good video quality (3840 x 2160 pxls)
comes with mic port
74
selfie friendly screen
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
supports face detection focusing
video res high (3840 x 2160 pixels)
does have external microphone support
more heavy than competitors in class (646g)
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Sony A7c vs Sony FX30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sony A7c and Sony FX30
 Sony Alpha A7cSony FX30
General Information
Manufacturer Sony Sony
Model type Sony Alpha A7c Sony FX30
Type Advanced Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Introduced 2020-09-14 2022-09-28
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size Full frame APS-C
Sensor measurements 35.8 x 23.8mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 852.0mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixel 26 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 6000 x 4000 6192 x 4128
Max native ISO 51200 32000
Max enhanced ISO 204800 102400
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Lowest enhanced ISO 50 50
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 693 759
Lens
Lens mount type Sony E Sony E
Amount of lenses 122 187
Focal length multiplier 1 1.5
Screen
Type of display Fully articulated Fully articulated
Display diagonal 3 inches 3.00 inches
Resolution of display 922k dots 2,360k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.59x -
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Max quiet shutter speed 1/8000 seconds -
Continuous shutter rate 10.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options no built-in flash no built-in flash
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 3840x2160 3840x2160
Video data format MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 509 gr (1.12 lbs) 646 gr (1.42 lbs)
Physical dimensions 124 x 71 x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") 130 x 78 x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 740 pictures 570 pictures
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-FZ100 NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots
Card slots One 2
Retail price $1,800 $1,800