Camera Comparison
Sony a7 IV vs Sony a7C II
The bottom line
These two are closely matched. The differences below are where they diverge — weigh the ones that map to how you actually shoot, and let price and handling break the tie.
Choose the Sony a7C II if…
- ✓You photograph moving subjects — it adds AF subject detection for animals and vehicles that the other body lacks.
- ✓You value portability — at 514g (1.13 lb) it's noticeably lighter than the 658g (1.45 lb) alternative for travel and all-day carry.
Where they differ
- ›Price: the Sony a7C II launched at $2,199, $300 under the Sony a7 IV — money that could go toward glass.
- ›Weight: the Sony a7C II is 514g (1.13 lb) vs 658g (1.45 lb) — 144g you'll feel on a long day out.
Frequently asked
Is the Sony a7 IV or the Sony a7C II better?
These two are closely matched. The differences below are where they diverge — weigh the ones that map to how you actually shoot, and let price and handling break the tie.
Who should choose the Sony a7C II?
Choose the Sony a7C II if you photograph moving subjects — it adds AF subject detection for animals and vehicles that the other body lacks. Choose it if you value portability — at 514g (1.13 lb) it's noticeably lighter than the 658g (1.45 lb) alternative for travel and all-day carry.
What is the main difference between the Sony a7 IV and the Sony a7C II?
Price: the Sony a7C II launched at $2,199, $300 under the Sony a7 IV — money that could go toward glass.
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Imaging | ||
| Sensor Type | BSI CMOS | BSI CMOS |
| Sensor Size | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Image Processor | BIONZ XR | BIONZ XR |
| Effective Resolution | 33 MP | 33 MP |
| Lens Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Exposure Control | ||
| ISO Range (Native) | 100 – 51200 | 100 – 51200 |
| ISO Range (Extended) | 50 – 204800 | 50 – 204800 |
| Mechanical Shutter | 1/8000 | 1/4000 |
| Electronic Shutter | 1/8000 | 1/8000 |
| Flash Sync Speed | 1/250 | 1/160 |
| Built-in Flash | No | No |
| Still Image Capture | ||
| Continuous Shooting | 10 fps | 10 fps |
| Video Capture | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| 8K Recording | − | − |
| 4K Recording | Up to 60p | Up to 60p |
| 1080p Recording | Up to 120p | Up to 120p |
| 10-bit Internal | Yes | Yes |
| Recording Limit | No limit | No limit |
| Log Profiles | S-Log3 / HLG / S-Cinetone | S-Log3 / HLG / S-Cinetone |
| Built-in Mic | Stereo | Stereo |
| Headphone Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Mic Input | Yes | Yes |
| HDMI Output | Full-size (Type A) | Micro (Type D) |
| Focus | ||
| Phase Detect Points | 759 | 759 |
| Contrast Detect Points | 425 | − |
| Low Light AF | -4 EV | -4 EV |
| Eye AF | Yes | Yes |
| Animal AF | Yes | Yes |
| Vehicle AF | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | ||
| EVF Type | OLED | OLED |
| EVF Resolution | 3.69M dots | 2.36M dots |
| EVF Magnification | 0.78x | 0.7x |
| Monitor | ||
| LCD Size | 3" | 3" |
| LCD Resolution | 1.04M dots | 1.04M dots |
| LCD Type | Vari-Angle | Vari-Angle |
| Touch Screen | Yes | Yes |
| Interface | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | v4.2 | v5 |
| USB | USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Memory Card Slots | 1x CFexpress Type A / SD UHS-II + 1x SD UHS-II | 1x SD UHS-II |
| GPS | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $2,499 | $2,199 |
| Body Material | Magnesium Alloy | Magnesium Alloy |
| Dimensions | 131.3×96.4×79.8 mm | 124×71.1×63.4 mm |
| Weight | 658g (1.45 lb) | 514g (1.13 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| In-Body Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Life (EVF) | 520 shots | 530 shots |
| Battery Life (LCD) | 580 shots | 560 shots |
| Battery Type | NP-FZ100 | NP-FZ100 |
