Sony Alpha ILCE7M4K/B Black 2021
The 33MP full-frame Exmor R sensor and BIONZ XR processor capture 4K 60p 10-bit 4:2:2 video oversampled from 7K, with 759-point autofocus tracking subjects at 10fps bursts. S-Cinetone color and 5.5-stop IBIS deliver polished handheld footage, while the 3-inch articulating touchscreen and weather-sealed 658g body suit run-and-gun flexibility. Best for YouTubers and beginner hybrid shooters needing high-detail 33MP stills and oversampled 4K video in one system.
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Main FeaturesFeatures 3:2 aspect ratioBuilt-in Wi-Fi enables the seamless transfer of captured images and videos between devicesCapture lovely shots without worrying about the distance with 2.5x zoomDon't get frustrated by focusing unnecessary things. Autofocus quickly determines the object and puts the focus on your subject.Delivers best in class imaging performance optimized for use in digital camerasRecord video with true lifelike colors and exceptionally sharp detail with the HD Movie Mode feature3" LCD screen empowers flexible shooting from various anglesMarketing InformationBeyond basic.For a new generation of imagemakers.With groundbreaking performance in both still and movie recording, the α7 IV is the ideal hybrid, providing breathtaking imagery along with on-the-spot delivery and distribution. The α7 IV is a camera designed to bring to life the artistic visions of today's creators.Basic has never been this goodPrepare to be inspired. The α7 IV's true-to-life resolution and remarkable AI-powered autofocus complement a range of world-class features at the cutting edge of imaging technology. var script = document.createElement('script'); document.head.appendChild(script); script.type = "text/javascript"; script.async = true; script.classList.add("eky-script-tag"); script.dataset.ekyDistributor = "a2f96ae5-ae8f-4d07-8720-5ef45eeb05be"; script.dataset.ekyLanguage = "en"; script.dataset.ekySku = "DCDCSON007"; script.src = "//media.pointandplace.com/js/pointandplace.js"; (function (s, y, n, di, go) { di = s.createElement(y); di.type = 'text/java'+y; di.async = true; di.src = n + Math.floor(Date.now() / 86400000); go = s.getElementsByTagName(y)[0]; go.parentNode.insertBefore(di,go); }(document,'script', "https://content.syndigo.com/site/d453f4b7-db96-4020-9880-c40573509ec1/tag.js?cv=")); const p = document.querySelector("syndigo-powerpage"); p.setAttribute("pageid", "226213");
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Newly developed 33.0‑MP1 back-illuminated CMOS image sensorThe full-frame Exmor R™ CMOS sensor delivers outstanding speed and superb image quality. The use of copper wiring contributes to higher transmission speeds and faster AD conversion, while fast sensor readout enables 10-bit 4:2:2 4K recording at up to 60p2. The sensor also provides improved colour reproducibility, low-noise performance at all sensitivities, 15-stop3 dynamic range on stills and increased AF precision and focal stability.
BIONZ XR™ image processor for up to 8x4 processing speedThe BIONZ XR engine, also used in the flagship α1 and α7S III models, provides up to an 8x4 increase in processing speed. The engine concentrates real-time processing of AF, image recognition and image quality adjustment to minimize processing latency, for greatly increased movie and still processing power. User interface, network and file management processing is distributed in order to deliver fast response regardless of real-time processing load.
Beautiful image rendering with low noiseVisible benefits of the powerful new 33.0‑MP1 sensor and engine go beyond mere numbers. They include soft, natural-looking human skin textures, a stunning level of detail in landscapes and scenery and better colour reproduction, with higher subjective resolution resulting from improved algorithms. The standard sensitivity range of ISO 100-51200 is expandable to ISO 50-204800 for stills and ISO 100-102400 for movies, with low-noise performance throughout.
Smoother gradation rendering with 10-bit HEIF recordingThe α7 IV offers HEIF (High Efficiency Image File)5 still-image encoding, in addition to conventional RAW and JPEG. Smooth 10-bit gradations provide more realistic reproduction of skies and portrait subjects and the use of 10-bit depth minimizes degradation of image quality when editing. HEIF still images recorded in HLG mode can be played back on a compatible BRAVIA 4K TV via an HDMI connection to display images with an extraordinarily wide dynamic range.
4K 60p2 recording, 4:2:2 10-bit recordingThe α7 IV gives you an impressive range of video recording options. Full pixel readout without binning allows 4K 60p2 recording and when recording 4K movies at 30p, full-frame 7K6 oversampling7 produces high-resolution, highly detailed 4K. 10-bit 4:2:2 video can be recorded internally, allowing fuller, more natural gradations and greater editing freedom. The XAVC HS™ file format8 provides roughly twice the coding efficiency of MPEG-4 AVC/H.264.
Set the mood, in-camera, with Creative LookBroaden your creative palette with a selection of ten Creative Look presets. You can easily impart a particular mood in your still images, movies and live streaming and all preset selections are available in-camera without post-editing, so you can share your vision immediately after shooting.
Beautiful colour expression made simple, with S-Cinetone™The α7 IV supports S-Cinetone, based on expertise gained through development of the VENICE CineAlta camera. This look is responsible for the beautiful skin tones for which Cinema Line cameras like the FX9, FX6 and FX3 are widely acclaimed. It delivers natural mid-tones for healthy-looking skin colour, plus soft colours and gorgeous highlights. Because it's in-camera, it's easy to create a more expressive look for your movie imagery without post-editing.
S-Log for colour matching with professional video equipmentThe α7 IV provides S-Log2 and S-Log3 gamma curves, with the latter allowing capture of 15+ stops9 of dynamic range. The S-Gamut3 and S-Gamut3.Cine colour gamut settings make it easy to match α7 IV footage with footage from VENICE digital cinema cameras or Cinema Line cameras like the FX6 and FX3. The native sensitivity when shooting S-Log is ISO 800 and it can be lowered by as much as two stops (ISO 200-640) below the standard range to achieve extra-low noise.
Soft Skin Effect for bright and beautiful skin appearanceThe built-in Soft Skin Effect makes skin look more beautiful, softening wrinkles, blemishes and dull patches while preserving liveliness in eye and mouth areas. Complementing the capabilities of the full-frame sensor, this feature can add appeal to live-streamed sessions, as well as enhancing still shots and movies. Four level settings are available10, so you can adjust the degree of the effect as you wish.
Optical 5-axis in-body image stabilization for 5.5-step11 compensationThe α7 IV's high-precision stabilization unit and gyro sensors work with stabilization algorithms to achieve up to 5.5 steps11 of shutter-speed compensation, to maximize the performance of the camera's 33.0‑MP1 sensor. This in-body stabilization allows effective use with a wide range of lenses. The live monitor view shows the stabilized still image while the shutter button is half-pressed, an especially helpful feature when using a telephoto or macro lens and it can be used in conjunction with the MF Assist and Focus Magnifier features.
Hand-held movie shooting with Active Mode12Active Mode12 uses the camera's stabilization unit, gyro sensors and sophisticated algorithms for highly effective in-camera optical image stabilization during movie shoots. The powerful processing engine precisely detects the required amount of compensation for smooth stabilization in all formats13, including 4K, without compromising the α7 IV's compact size and mobility. And, because the gyro data is also recorded alongside the video, even more effective post-production stabilization can be applied for ultra-smooth shots using Catalyst Browse/Prepare software14.
Buffer memory supports continuous shooting and recordingBoth the mechanical and electronic shutters allow continuous shooting at up to 10 fps15 with AF/AE tracking. The latest powerful processing engine and increased buffer memory allow faster writing to memory cards, so you can shoot more than 80016 uncompressed RAW+JPEG frames (more than 1,600 altogether) or more than 1,000 compressed RAW+JPEG frames (more than 2,000 altogether, up to a full memory card)17. Increased processing power also allows you to change menu settings even while data is being written to the memory card.
Fast Hybrid AF with improved speed, precision and trackingUsing a combination of phase-detection AF and contrast-detection AF, Fast Hybrid AF focuses precisely, even on small subjects or on people posed in front of a night-time background. A wide, dense AF area covers roughly 94% of the image area for both still and movie shooting with 75918 phase-detection points, while the contrast-detection AF system uses 425 points. This vast collection of data is analyzed in real time by the latest powerful processing engine to achieve the AF system's impressive results.
AI-based Real-time Eye AF and Real-time Tracking19The superior processing power of the BIONZ XR engine has led to improvements in both Real-time Eye AF and Real-time Tracking features. Improved face detection translates into 30% better eye-detection accuracy20, while faster image processing yields higher accuracy when the subject is looking up, down or sideways. Real-time Tracking allows you to select your subject and then leave tracking to the camera, relying on the latest subject recognition algorithm and high-speed analysis of spatial data by the processing engine.
Bird mode for Real-time Eye AF, now available in moviesThe Real-time Eye AF function is now capable of detecting the eyes of birds and tracking them in real time, for both still shots and movies. The BIONZ XR engine runs optimized AF and tracking algorithms to ensure uninterrupted tracking even for birds in flight, whose movement is hard to predict. Once you've selected a bird, the camera will automatically detect and precisely track that bird's eye, whether the bird is perched or in flight.
AF control through touch operationTouch Tracking lets you select a subject to track simply by touching the LCD screen, even while using the viewfinder, for more intuitive AF control for both still shots and movies. Easier focus operation is particularly helpful when you're shooting movies alone or using a gimbal, allowing you to concentrate on composing your shots.
AF Assist for seamless transitions to manual focus21The AF Assist function, inherited from the Cinema Line FX6, lets you seamlessly switch to and from manual focus during movie shoots. When this feature has been turned on, rotating the focus ring temporarily switches operation from autofocus to manual focus to allow you to deliberately shift your focus to a different subject.
Visualize depth of field during movie shoots with Focus Map22The new Focus Map22 overlays focus information onto a live real-time display to show which areas are in or out of focus. Being able to clearly visualize depth of field in this way makes it easier to quickly set up your ideal focus point and depth of field during rehearsal. As a result, you can use the camera's excellent video definition and fast lenses to create impressive shots with shallow depth of field.
Breathing Compensation23 for consistent angle of view when focusingFor the first time in the α series, the α7 IV provides compensation for focus breathing. Focus breathing is any change in a lens's angle of view that corresponds to changes in focus24. Sony's original Clear Image Zoom technology is used to automatically maintain a consistent angle of view, for more movie-like focus transitions. This feature can be used in conjunction with Active Mode image stabilization to shoot stable, consistent imagery.
Still/Movie/S&Q dial for quick access to hybrid capabilitiesBefitting the α7 IV's status as a true hybrid camera, it comes equipped with a dedicated Still/Movie/S&Q dial to instantly switch between movies and stills. The dial switches the menus, functions and custom settings of various controls between still and movie mode and settings such as aperture and shutter speed are also maintained separately for stills and movies. S&Q mode can also be selected, for fast access to slow-motion or quick-motion shooting.
The latest mode-specific menus and customizable Rear dial RThe α7 IV's menus are specific to either stills or movies and for easier navigation menus are configured to show three levels of hierarchy at once. Separate functions for stills and for movies can be assigned to various buttons and dials, including the new, freely customizable Rear dial R. With controls tailored to whichever shooting mode you are currently using, the flexible access provided by the Rear dial R contributes to greatly enhanced still- and movie-shooting efficiency.
Vari-angle LCD monitor for greater freedom when shootingThe large, side-opening 3.0-type 1.03-megadot25 touch-panel LCD monitor offers ample brightness for clear viewing in outdoor settings and its 3:2 aspect ratio makes efficient use of the display area. The vari-angle mechanism allows flexible positioning and framing for handheld shots, gimbal-mounted or documentary-style self-shooting or very low ground-level shots.
3.68‑megadot25 high-definition Quad-VGA OLED viewfinderThe α7 IV's Quad-VGA OLED viewfinder provides roughly 1.6 times the resolution of the α7 III viewfinder, with a 37.3 ° FOV and a 23‑mm high eyepoint. With high resolution, improved electronic viewfinder image quality and fogging and dust resistance (including significantly improved internal fogging resistance relative to the α7 III), it is designed for clear and comfortable viewing in a wide range of shooting environments.
Communication features for easy sharing and distributionThe α7 IV is equipped with robust wired and wireless communication features for more comfortable sharing and distribution. In-body wireless LAN uses a 5‑GHz26 band in addition to the 2.4‑GHz27 band, for fast data transfer. Background FTP transfer of files can be set to occur automatically while shooting continues and a USB Type-C® connector supports fast SuperSpeed USB 10‑Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 2) data transfer.
Instant real-time live streaming via USB connectionLive streaming is as easy as connecting to a computer through a USB connection and you can choose from four different output formats, including high-resolution 4K video28. You can select whichever configuration is best for current network conditions and the devices used and simultaneous internal recording is also available, giving you broad flexibility to cover a wide variety of needs.
High-capacity Z batteries and USB Power Delivery29The α7 IV relies on a high-capacity Z battery (NP-FZ100), along with external power options that include USB power supplies29 and AC adapters. Battery drain can be minimized by adding a high-capacity mobile battery for outdoor shooting. A USB charger or mobile battery that supports USB PD30 can be connected to the camera's USB Type-C® port, for extended recording.
Heat managementTo allow extended continuous recording, efficient heat dissipation is provided by Sony's proprietary Σ (sigma)-shaped thermal mounting. The mounting, which is also used on flagship models, is constructed from a graphite material with excellent thermal conduction properties. This structure allows the image sensor, a major source of heat inside the camera body, to move freely during image stabilization while heat is efficiently dissipated.
Dual media slots, with CFexpress Type A supportDual media slots allow you to continue shooting even if one memory card fills up. One of the slots supports high-performance CFexpress Type A cards31 and both slots support UHS-I and UHS-II SDXC/SDHC cards. With their fast write speeds, CFexpress Type A cards are particularly suited to high-speed continuous still shooting, as well as high-resolution, high-bitrate 4K movie recording.
Reliable, robust engineeringWe have improved the dust and moisture resistance32 of the α7 IV to provide outstanding reliability, even in challenging outdoor shooting environments. Design refinements include more sealing at body seams and the battery compartment cover (compared to the α7 III), a redesigned lens lock button and extra cushioning around the mount. A lightweight, high-rigidity magnesium alloy used for the camera's top cover, front cover and internal frame provides excellent durability.
Consideration for the environment and resource conservationSony's "Road to Zero" environmental plan was launched in 2010 with the ultimate goal of achieving a zero environmental footprint. Currently, nearly all plastic packaging materials for the α7 IV are recycled. Recyclable materials are also used for camera bodies whenever possible, reducing environmental burden without compromising functionality. While retaining state-of-the-art performance, we aim to further reduce energy and resource consumption to reduce the burden on the environment.
Imaging Edge Desktop™ / Imaging Edge Mobile™Expand your creative horizons with Imaging Edge Desktop33 and Imaging Edge Mobile34. The Imaging Edge Desktop PC application lets you control and monitor shoots directly from your PC screen, preview photos and develop RAW/HEIF data into high-quality photos for delivery. Imaging Edge Mobile applications use the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth® functionality of the α7 IV to provide a wide variety of convenient shooting and sharing functions.
Works with iMovie and Final Cut Pro XThis product is compatible with Final Cut Pro X and iMovie.35.
Lens
Lens Mount
E-mount
Image Sensor
Aspect Ratio
3:2
Number Of Pixels (Effective)
Approx. 33.0 megapixels
Number of Pixels (total)
Approx. 34.1 megapixels
Sensor Type
35 mm full frame (35.9 x 23.9 mm), Exmor R CMOS sensor
Anti-Dust System
Yes (Charge protection coating on optical filter and image sensor shift mechanism)
Recording (still images)
Recording Format
JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.32, MPF Baseline compliant), HEIF (MPEG-A MIAF compliant), RAW (Sony ARW 4.0 format compliant)
Image Quality Modes
RAW (Compressed / Lossless Compressed / Uncompressed), JPEG (Extra fine / Fine / Standard / Light), HEIF (4:2:0 / 4:2:2) (Extra fine / Fine / Standard / Light), RAW and JPEG, RAW and HEIF
Picture Effect
-
Creative Style
-
Picture Profile
Yes (Off / PP1-PP11) Parameters: Black level, Gamma (Movie, Still, S-Cinetone, Cine1-4, ITU709, ITU709 [800%], S-Log2, S-Log3, HLG, HLG1-3), Black Gamma, Knee, Colour Mode, Saturation, Colour Phase, Colour Depth, Detail, Copy, Reset
CREATIVE LOOK
ST, PT, NT, VV, VV2, FL, IN, SH, BW, SE, Custom Look (1-6)
SOFT SKIN EFFECT
Yes
Dynamic Range Functions
Off, Dynamic Range Optimizer
Colour Space
sRGB standard (with sYCC gamut), Adobe RGB standard and Rec. ITU-R BT.2100 standard (BT.2020 gamut).36
14bit RAW
Yes
Recording (movie)
Recording Format
XAVC S, XAVC HS
Video Compression
XAVC S: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, XAVC HS: MPEG-H HEVC/H.265
Audio Recording Format
LPCM 2 ch (48 kHz 16 bit), LPCM 2 ch (48 kHz 24 bit)37, LPCM 4 ch (48 kHz 24 bit)37, MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2 ch38
Colour Space
Rec. ITU-R BT.2100 standard compatible (BT.2020 gamut)39
Picture Effect
-
Creative Style
-
SOFT SKIN EFFECT
Yes
Picture Profile
Yes (Off / PP1-PP11) Parameters: Black level, Gamma (Movie, Still, S-Cinetone, Cine1-4, ITU709, ITU709 [800%], S-Log2, S-Log3, HLG, HLG1-3), Black Gamma, Knee, Colour Mode, Saturation, Colour Phase, Colour Depth, Detail, Copy, Reset
CREATIVE LOOK
ST, PT, NT, VV, VV2, FL, IN, SH, BW, SE, Custom Look (1-6)
MOVIE RECORDING SYSTEM (XAVC HS 4K)
3840 x 2160 (4:2:0, 10 bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 60p (150 Mbps / 75 Mbps / 45 Mbps)40, 41, 24p (100 Mbps / 50 Mbps / 30 Mbps)41, 3840 x 2160 (4:2:0, 10 bit, PAL) (Approx.): 50p (150 Mbps / 75 Mbps / 45 Mbps)40, 3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10 bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 60p (200 Mbps / 100 Mbps)40, 41, 24p (100 Mbps / 50 Mbps)41, 3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10 bit, PAL) (Approx.): 50p (200 Mbps / 100 Mbps)40
MOVIE RECORDING SYSTEM (XAVC S 4K)
3840 x 2160 (4:2:0, 8 bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 60p (150 Mbps)40, 41, 30p (100 Mbps / 60 Mbps)41, 24p (100 Mbps / 60 Mbps)41, 3840 x 2160 (4:2:0, 8 bit, PAL) (Approx.): 50p (150 Mbps)40, 25p (100 Mbps / 60 Mbps), 3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10 bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 60p (200 Mbps)40, 41, 30p (140 Mbps)41, 24p (100 Mbps)41, 3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10 bit, PAL) (Approx.): 50p (200 Mbps)40, 25p (140 Mbps)
MOVIE RECORDING SYSTEM (XAVC S HD)
1920 x 1080 (4:2:0, 8 bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 120p (100 Mbps / 60 Mbps)42, 41, 60p (50 Mbps / 25 Mbps)41, 30p (50 Mbps / 16 Mbps)41, 24p (50 Mbps)41, 1920 x 1080 (4:2:0, 8 bit, PAL) (Approx.): 100p (100 Mbps / 60 Mbps), 50p (50 Mbps / 25 Mbps), 25p (50 Mbps / 16 Mbps), 1920 x 1080 (4:2:2, 10 bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 60p (50 Mbps)41, 30p (50 Mbps)41, 24p (50 Mbps)41, 1920 x 1080 (4:2:2, 10 bit, PAL) (Approx.): 50p (50 Mbps), 25p (50 Mbps)
MOVIE RECORDING SYSTEM (XAVC S-I 4K)
3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10 bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 60p (600 Mbps)40, 41, 30p (300 Mbps)41, 24p (240 Mbps)41, 3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10 bit, PAL) (Approx.): 50p (500 Mbps)40, 25p (250 Mbps)
MOVIE RECORDING SYSTEM (XAVC S-I HD)
1920 x 1080 (4:2:2, 10 bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 60p (222 Mbps)41, 30p (111 Mbps)41, 24p (89 Mbps)41, 1920 x 1080 (4:2:2, 10 bit, PAL) (Approx.): 50p (185 Mbps), 25p (93 Mbps)
Slow and quick motion (shooting frame rate)
NTSC mode: 1 fps, 2 fps, 4 fps, 8 fps, 15 fps, 30 fps, 60 fps, 120 fps43, 42, PAL mode: 1 fps, 2 fps, 3 fps, 6 fps, 12 fps, 25 fps, 50 fps, 100 fps43, 42
Movie Functions
Audio Level Display, Audio Rec Level, PAL/NTSC Selector, Proxy Recording (1280 x 720 [Approx. 6 Mbps], 1920 x 1080 [Approx. 9 Mbps], 1920 x 1080 [Approx. 16 Mbps]), TC/UB, Auto Slow Shutter, Gamma Disp. Assist
USB Streaming
VIDEO DATA FORMAT
MJPEG, YUV42044
VIDEO RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160 (15p / 12.5p) / 1920 x 1080 (60p / 50p / 30p / 25p) / 1280 x 720 (30p / 25p)
AUDIO DATA FORMAT
LPCM 2 ch (16 bit 48 kHz)
SIMULTANEOUS INTERNAL RECORDING
Yes
Recording System
Location information Link from smartphone
Yes
Media
SD memory card, SDHC memory card (UHS-I/II-compliant), SDXC memory card (UHS-I/II-compliant), CFexpress Type A memory card
Memory Card Slot
SLOT1: Multi slot for SD (UHS-I/II compliant) memory card / CFexpress Type A card, SLOT2: Slot for SD (UHS-I/II compliant) memory card
Recording mode on 2 memory cards
Simult. Rec, Sort, Auto Switch Media, Copy
Noise Reduction
Noise Reduction
Long exposure NR: On/Off, available at shutter speeds longer than 1 s, High ISO NR: Normal / Low / Off
White Balance
White Balance Modes
Auto / Daylight / Shade / Cloudy / Incandescent / Fluorescent / Flash / Underwater / Colour Temperature (2,500 to 9,900 K) & colour filter / Custom
SHUTTER AWB LOCK
Yes (Shut. Halfway Down / Cont. Shooting / Off)
Focus
Focus Type
Fast Hybrid AF (phase-detection AF / contrast-detection AF)
Focus Sensor
Exmor R CMOS sensor
Focus Point
35 mm full frame: 759 points (phase-detection AF), APS-C mode with FF lens: 713 points (phase-detection AF), with APS-C lens: 575 points (phase-detection AF) / 425 points (contrast-detection AF)
Focus Sensitivity Range
EV–4 to EV20 (ISO 100 equivalent with F2.0 lens attached)
Focus Mode
AF-A (Automatic AF), AF-S (Single-shot AF), AF-C (Continuous AF), DMF (Direct Manual Focus), Manual Focus
Focus Area
Wide / Zone / Centre Fix / Spot / Expand Spot / Tracking
EYE AF
[Still images] Human (Right/Left Eye Select) / Animal (Right/Left Eye Select) / Bird, [Movie] Human (Right/Left Eye Select) / Animal (Right/Left Eye Select) / Bird
Other Features
Predictive control, Focus lock, AF Track Sens. (Still), AF Subj. Shift Sensitivity (Movie), AF Transition Speed (Movie), Switch V/H AF Area, AF Area Regist., Circ. of Focus Point, Focus Map (Movie), AF Assist (Movie)
AF Illuminator
Yes (with Built-in LED type)
AF Illuminator Range
Approx. 0.3 m–approx. 3.0 m (with FE 28–70 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached)
Focus type with LA-EA3 (Sold separately)
Phase-detection
Exposure
Metering Type
1200-zone evaluative metering
Metering Sensor
Exmor R CMOS sensor
Metering Sensitivity
EV-3 to EV20 (at ISO100 equivalent with F2.0 lens attached)
Metering Mode
Multi-segment, Centre-weighted, Spot (Standard/Large), Entire Screen Avg., Highlight
Exposure Compensation
+/- 5.0 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps selectable)
Exposure Bracketing
Bracket: Cont., Bracket: Single, 3/5/9 frames selectable. (Ambient light, Flash light)
AE Lock
Locked when shutter button is pressed halfway. Available with AE lock button. (On/Off/Auto)
Exposure Modes
[Still images] Intelligent Auto (Auto) / Program Auto (P) / Aperture Priority (A) / Shutter Priority (S) / Manual Exposure (M), [Movie] Intelligent Auto (Auto) / Program Auto (P) / Aperture Priority (A) / Shutter Priority (S) / Manual Exposure (M) / Flexible Exp. Mode, [Slow & Quick Motion] Intelligent Auto (Auto) / Program Auto (P) / Aperture Priority (A) / Shutter Priority (S) / Manual Exposure (M) / Flexible Exp. Mode
ISO Sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index)
Still images: ISO 100-51200 (ISO numbers from 50 to 204800 can be set as expanded ISO), AUTO (ISO 100-12800, selectable lower limit and upper limit), Movies: ISO 100-51200 equivalent (ISO numbers up to 102400 can be set as expanded ISO), AUTO (ISO 100-12800, selectable lower limit and upper limit)
Anti-Flicker Shoot.
Yes
Scene Selection
-
Viewfinder
Viewfinder Type
1.3 cm (0.5 type) electronic viewfinder (Quad-VGA OLED)
Number of Dots
3,686,400 dots
Field Coverage
100%
Magnification
Approx. 0.78x (with 50 mm lens at infinity, –1 m-1)
Dioptre Adjustment
–4.0 to +3.0 m-1
Eye Point
Approx. 23 mm from the eyepiece lens, 18.5 mm from the eyepiece frame at –1 m-1 (CIPA standard)
DISPLAY FUNCTION
Histogram, Real-time image-adjustment display, Digital level gauge, Grid line, Focus check, Peaking MF, Zebra, Movie marker, Emphasized display during REC
Finder Frame Rate Selection
STD 60 fps / HI 120 fps
LCD Screen
Monitor Type
7.5 cm (3.0-type) type TFT
Number of Dots
1 036 800 dots
Touch Panel
Yes
Brightness Control
Manual (5 steps between -2 and +2), Sunny Weather mode
Adjustable Angle
Opening Angle: Approx. 176 °., Rotation Angle: Approx. 270 °.
Focus Magnifier
Yes, Focus Magnifier (35 mm full frame: 5.5x / 11.0x, APS-C: 3.7x / 7.3x)
Other Features
PlayMemories Camera Apps™
-
Clear Image Zoom
Still images: Approx. 2x, Movies: Approx. 1.5x (4K), Approx. 2x (HD)
Face Detection
Modes: Face/Eye Priority in AF, Face Priority in Multi Metering, Regist. Faces Priority
Self-Portrait Self-Timer
-
Others
-
Shutter
Type
Electronically-controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane type
Shutter Type
Mechanical shutter / Electronic shutter
Shutter Speed
Still images: 1/8000 to 30 s, Bulb, Movies (NTSC mode): 1/8000 to 1/4 (1/3 steps), up to 1/60 in AUTO mode (up to 1/30 in Auto slow shutter mode), Movies (PAL mode): 1/8000 to 1/4 (1/3 steps), up to 1/50 in AUTO mode (up to 1/25 in Auto slow shutter mode)
Flash Sync. Speed
1/250 s (35 mm full frame), 1/320 s (APS-C)45
Electronic Front Curtain Shutter
Yes (ON/OFF)
Silent Shooting
Yes (ON/OFF)
Image Stabilization
Type
Image Sensor-Shift mechanism with 5-axis compensation (Compensation depends on lens specifications)
Compensation Effect
5.5 stops (based on CIPA standard. Pitch/yaw shake only. With Planar T* FE 50 mm F1.4 ZA lens mounted. Long exposure NR off.)
Flash Control
Control
Pre-flash TTL46
Flash Compensation
+/- 3.0 EV (switchable between 1/3 and 1/2 EV steps)
Flash Modes
Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction (on/off selectable), Wireless47, Hi-speed sync.47
Recycling Time
-
External Flash Compatibility
Sony α System Flash compatible with Multi Interface Shoe, attach the shoe adaptor for flash compatible with Auto-lock accessory shoe
FE Level Lock
Yes
Wireless Control
Yes (Light signal: Available with Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Hi-speed sync. / Radio signal: Available with Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Hi-speed sync.)
Drive
Drive Modes
Single Shooting, Continuous shooting (Hi+/Hi/Mid/Lo selectable), Self-timer, Self-timer (Cont.), Bracket: Single, Bracket: Cont., White Balance bracket, DRO bracket
Continuous Drive Speed (approx. max.)
Continuous shooting: Hi+: 10 fps, Hi: 8 fps, Mid: 6 fps, Lo: 3 fps48
No. of recordable frames (approx.)
JPEG Extra fine L: over 1,000 frames, JPEG Fine L: over 1,000 frames, JPEG Standard L: over 1,000 frames, RAW: over 1,000 frames, RAW and JPEG: over 1,000 frames, RAW (Lossless Compressed): over 1,000 frames, RAW (Lossless Compressed) and JPEG: over 1,000 frames, RAW (Uncompressed): over 1,000 frames, RAW (Uncompressed) & JPEG: 828 frames48
Self-Timer
10 s delay / 5 s delay / 2 s delay / Continuous self-time / Bracketing self-timer
Pixel Shift Multi Shooting
-
Playback
Photo Capture
Yes
Interface
PC Interface
Mass-storage / MTP
Multi/Micro USB Terminal
Yes49
Bluetooth
Yes (Bluetooth Standard Ver. 4.1 [2.4 GHz band])
Multi Interface Shoe
Yes (with Digital Audio Interface)50
Mic Terminal
Yes (3.5 mm Stereo minijack)
Sync Terminal
-
Headphone Terminal
Yes (3.5 mm Stereo minijack)
Vertical Grip Connector
Yes
LAN Terminal
-
FUNCTIONS
FTP Transfer Func. (Wired LAN [USB-LAN], USB Tethering, Wi-Fi), View on Smartphone, Remote control via Smartphone, PC Remote, BRAVIA Sync (Control for HDMI), PhotoTV HD
Audio
Microphone
Built-in, stereo
Speaker
Built-in, monaural
Compatible Standards
Exif Print, Print Image Matching III
Custom function
Type
Custom key settings, My Menu, My Dial Settings, Reg Cust Shoot Set, Programmable Setting (Body 9 sets / memory card 12 sets)
Lens Compensation
Setting
Peripheral Shading, Chromatic Aberration, Distortion, Breathing (Movie)
Accessibility
SCREENREADER
Yes (Language: English, Speed: 7 steps, Volume: 16 steps)51
Power
Supplied Battery
One rechargeable battery pack NP-FZ100
Internal Battery Charge
Yes (Available with USB Type-C Terminal. USB Power Delivery compatible)
USB Power Supply
Yes (Available with USB Type-C Terminal. USB Power Delivery compatible)
Others
Operating Temperature
32–104 °F (0–40 ℃)
Size & Weight
Weight (with battery and memory card included)
Approx. 1 lb 7.3 oz (approx. 658 g)
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Approx. 5.25 x 3.88 x 3.25 in, approx. 5.25 x 3.88 x 2.75 in (From grip to monitor) (approx. 131.3 mm x 96.4 mm x 79.8 mm, approx. 131.3 mm x 96.4 mm x 69.7 mm [From grip to monitor])
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α7 IV full-frame hybrid camera
The latest sensor, processing engine and AI-based autofocus work in tandem with cutting-edge still-photography and movie-making technology to create a fresh, dynamic imaging experience. The α7 IV is the ideal hybrid, providing breathtaking still and movie imagery, along with flexible connectivity for on-the-spot transmission of your images.
Newly developed 33.0‑MP1 back-illuminated CMOS image sensorThe full-frame Exmor R™ CMOS sensor delivers outstanding speed and superb image quality. The use of copper wiring contributes to higher transmission speeds and faster AD conversion, while fast sensor readout enables 10-bit 4:2:2 4K recording at up to 60p2. The sensor also provides improved colour reproducibility, low-noise performance at all sensitivities, 15-stop3 dynamic range on stills and increased AF precision and focal stability.
BIONZ XR™ image processor for up to 8x4 processing speedThe BIONZ XR engine, also used in the flagship α1 and α7S III models, provides up to an 8x4 increase in processing speed. The engine concentrates real-time processing of AF, image recognition and image quality adjustment to minimize processing latency, for greatly increased movie and still processing power. User interface, network and file management processing is distributed in order to deliver fast response regardless of real-time processing load.
Beautiful image rendering with low noiseVisible benefits of the powerful new 33.0‑MP1 sensor and engine go beyond mere numbers. They include soft, natural-looking human skin textures, a stunning level of detail in landscapes and scenery and better colour reproduction, with higher subjective resolution resulting from improved algorithms. The standard sensitivity range of ISO 100-51200 is expandable to ISO 50-204800 for stills and ISO 100-102400 for movies, with low-noise performance throughout.
Smoother gradation rendering with 10-bit HEIF recordingThe α7 IV offers HEIF (High Efficiency Image File)5 still-image encoding, in addition to conventional RAW and JPEG. Smooth 10-bit gradations provide more realistic reproduction of skies and portrait subjects and the use of 10-bit depth minimizes degradation of image quality when editing. HEIF still images recorded in HLG mode can be played back on a compatible BRAVIA 4K TV via an HDMI connection to display images with an extraordinarily wide dynamic range.
4K 60p2 recording, 4:2:2 10-bit recordingThe α7 IV gives you an impressive range of video recording options. Full pixel readout without binning allows 4K 60p2 recording and when recording 4K movies at 30p, full-frame 7K6 oversampling7 produces high-resolution, highly detailed 4K. 10-bit 4:2:2 video can be recorded internally, allowing fuller, more natural gradations and greater editing freedom. The XAVC HS™ file format8 provides roughly twice the coding efficiency of MPEG-4 AVC/H.264.
Set the mood, in-camera, with Creative LookBroaden your creative palette with a selection of ten Creative Look presets. You can easily impart a particular mood in your still images, movies and live streaming and all preset selections are available in-camera without post-editing, so you can share your vision immediately after shooting.
Beautiful colour expression made simple, with S-Cinetone™The α7 IV supports S-Cinetone, based on expertise gained through development of the VENICE CineAlta camera. This look is responsible for the beautiful skin tones for which Cinema Line cameras like the FX9, FX6 and FX3 are widely acclaimed. It delivers natural mid-tones for healthy-looking skin colour, plus soft colours and gorgeous highlights. Because it's in-camera, it's easy to create a more expressive look for your movie imagery without post-editing.
S-Log for colour matching with professional video equipmentThe α7 IV provides S-Log2 and S-Log3 gamma curves, with the latter allowing capture of 15+ stops9 of dynamic range. The S-Gamut3 and S-Gamut3.Cine colour gamut settings make it easy to match α7 IV footage with footage from VENICE digital cinema cameras or Cinema Line cameras like the FX6 and FX3. The native sensitivity when shooting S-Log is ISO 800 and it can be lowered by as much as two stops (ISO 200-640) below the standard range to achieve extra-low noise.
Soft Skin Effect for bright and beautiful skin appearanceThe built-in Soft Skin Effect makes skin look more beautiful, softening wrinkles, blemishes and dull patches while preserving liveliness in eye and mouth areas. Complementing the capabilities of the full-frame sensor, this feature can add appeal to live-streamed sessions, as well as enhancing still shots and movies. Four level settings are available10, so you can adjust the degree of the effect as you wish.
Optical 5-axis in-body image stabilization for 5.5-step11 compensationThe α7 IV's high-precision stabilization unit and gyro sensors work with stabilization algorithms to achieve up to 5.5 steps11 of shutter-speed compensation, to maximize the performance of the camera's 33.0‑MP1 sensor. This in-body stabilization allows effective use with a wide range of lenses. The live monitor view shows the stabilized still image while the shutter button is half-pressed, an especially helpful feature when using a telephoto or macro lens and it can be used in conjunction with the MF Assist and Focus Magnifier features.
Hand-held movie shooting with Active Mode12Active Mode12 uses the camera's stabilization unit, gyro sensors and sophisticated algorithms for highly effective in-camera optical image stabilization during movie shoots. The powerful processing engine precisely detects the required amount of compensation for smooth stabilization in all formats13, including 4K, without compromising the α7 IV's compact size and mobility. And, because the gyro data is also recorded alongside the video, even more effective post-production stabilization can be applied for ultra-smooth shots using Catalyst Browse/Prepare software14.
Buffer memory supports continuous shooting and recordingBoth the mechanical and electronic shutters allow continuous shooting at up to 10 fps15 with AF/AE tracking. The latest powerful processing engine and increased buffer memory allow faster writing to memory cards, so you can shoot more than 80016 uncompressed RAW+JPEG frames (more than 1,600 altogether) or more than 1,000 compressed RAW+JPEG frames (more than 2,000 altogether, up to a full memory card)17. Increased processing power also allows you to change menu settings even while data is being written to the memory card.
Fast Hybrid AF with improved speed, precision and trackingUsing a combination of phase-detection AF and contrast-detection AF, Fast Hybrid AF focuses precisely, even on small subjects or on people posed in front of a night-time background. A wide, dense AF area covers roughly 94% of the image area for both still and movie shooting with 75918 phase-detection points, while the contrast-detection AF system uses 425 points. This vast collection of data is analyzed in real time by the latest powerful processing engine to achieve the AF system's impressive results.
AI-based Real-time Eye AF and Real-time Tracking19The superior processing power of the BIONZ XR engine has led to improvements in both Real-time Eye AF and Real-time Tracking features. Improved face detection translates into 30% better eye-detection accuracy20, while faster image processing yields higher accuracy when the subject is looking up, down or sideways. Real-time Tracking allows you to select your subject and then leave tracking to the camera, relying on the latest subject recognition algorithm and high-speed analysis of spatial data by the processing engine.
Bird mode for Real-time Eye AF, now available in moviesThe Real-time Eye AF function is now capable of detecting the eyes of birds and tracking them in real time, for both still shots and movies. The BIONZ XR engine runs optimized AF and tracking algorithms to ensure uninterrupted tracking even for birds in flight, whose movement is hard to predict. Once you've selected a bird, the camera will automatically detect and precisely track that bird's eye, whether the bird is perched or in flight.
AF control through touch operationTouch Tracking lets you select a subject to track simply by touching the LCD screen, even while using the viewfinder, for more intuitive AF control for both still shots and movies. Easier focus operation is particularly helpful when you're shooting movies alone or using a gimbal, allowing you to concentrate on composing your shots.
AF Assist for seamless transitions to manual focus21The AF Assist function, inherited from the Cinema Line FX6, lets you seamlessly switch to and from manual focus during movie shoots. When this feature has been turned on, rotating the focus ring temporarily switches operation from autofocus to manual focus to allow you to deliberately shift your focus to a different subject.
Visualize depth of field during movie shoots with Focus Map22The new Focus Map22 overlays focus information onto a live real-time display to show which areas are in or out of focus. Being able to clearly visualize depth of field in this way makes it easier to quickly set up your ideal focus point and depth of field during rehearsal. As a result, you can use the camera's excellent video definition and fast lenses to create impressive shots with shallow depth of field.
Breathing Compensation23 for consistent angle of view when focusingFor the first time in the α series, the α7 IV provides compensation for focus breathing. Focus breathing is any change in a lens's angle of view that corresponds to changes in focus24. Sony's original Clear Image Zoom technology is used to automatically maintain a consistent angle of view, for more movie-like focus transitions. This feature can be used in conjunction with Active Mode image stabilization to shoot stable, consistent imagery.
Still/Movie/S&Q dial for quick access to hybrid capabilitiesBefitting the α7 IV's status as a true hybrid camera, it comes equipped with a dedicated Still/Movie/S&Q dial to instantly switch between movies and stills. The dial switches the menus, functions and custom settings of various controls between still and movie mode and settings such as aperture and shutter speed are also maintained separately for stills and movies. S&Q mode can also be selected, for fast access to slow-motion or quick-motion shooting.
The latest mode-specific menus and customizable Rear dial RThe α7 IV's menus are specific to either stills or movies and for easier navigation menus are configured to show three levels of hierarchy at once. Separate functions for stills and for movies can be assigned to various buttons and dials, including the new, freely customizable Rear dial R. With controls tailored to whichever shooting mode you are currently using, the flexible access provided by the Rear dial R contributes to greatly enhanced still- and movie-shooting efficiency.
Vari-angle LCD monitor for greater freedom when shootingThe large, side-opening 3.0-type 1.03-megadot25 touch-panel LCD monitor offers ample brightness for clear viewing in outdoor settings and its 3:2 aspect ratio makes efficient use of the display area. The vari-angle mechanism allows flexible positioning and framing for handheld shots, gimbal-mounted or documentary-style self-shooting or very low ground-level shots.
3.68‑megadot25 high-definition Quad-VGA OLED viewfinderThe α7 IV's Quad-VGA OLED viewfinder provides roughly 1.6 times the resolution of the α7 III viewfinder, with a 37.3 ° FOV and a 23‑mm high eyepoint. With high resolution, improved electronic viewfinder image quality and fogging and dust resistance (including significantly improved internal fogging resistance relative to the α7 III), it is designed for clear and comfortable viewing in a wide range of shooting environments.
Communication features for easy sharing and distributionThe α7 IV is equipped with robust wired and wireless communication features for more comfortable sharing and distribution. In-body wireless LAN uses a 5‑GHz26 band in addition to the 2.4‑GHz27 band, for fast data transfer. Background FTP transfer of files can be set to occur automatically while shooting continues and a USB Type-C® connector supports fast SuperSpeed USB 10‑Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 2) data transfer.
Instant real-time live streaming via USB connectionLive streaming is as easy as connecting to a computer through a USB connection and you can choose from four different output formats, including high-resolution 4K video28. You can select whichever configuration is best for current network conditions and the devices used and simultaneous internal recording is also available, giving you broad flexibility to cover a wide variety of needs.
High-capacity Z batteries and USB Power Delivery29The α7 IV relies on a high-capacity Z battery (NP-FZ100), along with external power options that include USB power supplies29 and AC adapters. Battery drain can be minimized by adding a high-capacity mobile battery for outdoor shooting. A USB charger or mobile battery that supports USB PD30 can be connected to the camera's USB Type-C® port, for extended recording.
Heat managementTo allow extended continuous recording, efficient heat dissipation is provided by Sony's proprietary Σ (sigma)-shaped thermal mounting. The mounting, which is also used on flagship models, is constructed from a graphite material with excellent thermal conduction properties. This structure allows the image sensor, a major source of heat inside the camera body, to move freely during image stabilization while heat is efficiently dissipated.
Dual media slots, with CFexpress Type A supportDual media slots allow you to continue shooting even if one memory card fills up. One of the slots supports high-performance CFexpress Type A cards31 and both slots support UHS-I and UHS-II SDXC/SDHC cards. With their fast write speeds, CFexpress Type A cards are particularly suited to high-speed continuous still shooting, as well as high-resolution, high-bitrate 4K movie recording.
Reliable, robust engineeringWe have improved the dust and moisture resistance32 of the α7 IV to provide outstanding reliability, even in challenging outdoor shooting environments. Design refinements include more sealing at body seams and the battery compartment cover (compared to the α7 III), a redesigned lens lock button and extra cushioning around the mount. A lightweight, high-rigidity magnesium alloy used for the camera's top cover, front cover and internal frame provides excellent durability.
Consideration for the environment and resource conservationSony's "Road to Zero" environmental plan was launched in 2010 with the ultimate goal of achieving a zero environmental footprint. Currently, nearly all plastic packaging materials for the α7 IV are recycled. Recyclable materials are also used for camera bodies whenever possible, reducing environmental burden without compromising functionality. While retaining state-of-the-art performance, we aim to further reduce energy and resource consumption to reduce the burden on the environment.
Imaging Edge Desktop™ / Imaging Edge Mobile™Expand your creative horizons with Imaging Edge Desktop33 and Imaging Edge Mobile34. The Imaging Edge Desktop PC application lets you control and monitor shoots directly from your PC screen, preview photos and develop RAW/HEIF data into high-quality photos for delivery. Imaging Edge Mobile applications use the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth® functionality of the α7 IV to provide a wide variety of convenient shooting and sharing functions.
Works with iMovie and Final Cut Pro XThis product is compatible with Final Cut Pro X and iMovie.35.
Specifications
Lens
Lens Mount
E-mount
Image Sensor
Aspect Ratio
3:2
Number Of Pixels (Effective)
Approx. 33.0 megapixels
Number of Pixels (total)
Approx. 34.1 megapixels
Sensor Type
35 mm full frame (35.9 x 23.9 mm), Exmor R CMOS sensor
Anti-Dust System
Yes (Charge protection coating on optical filter and image sensor shift mechanism)
Recording (still images)
Recording Format
JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.32, MPF Baseline compliant), HEIF (MPEG-A MIAF compliant), RAW (Sony ARW 4.0 format compliant)
Image Quality Modes
RAW (Compressed / Lossless Compressed / Uncompressed), JPEG (Extra fine / Fine / Standard / Light), HEIF (4:2:0 / 4:2:2) (Extra fine / Fine / Standard / Light), RAW and JPEG, RAW and HEIF
Picture Effect
-
Creative Style
-
Picture Profile
Yes (Off / PP1-PP11) Parameters: Black level, Gamma (Movie, Still, S-Cinetone, Cine1-4, ITU709, ITU709 [800%], S-Log2, S-Log3, HLG, HLG1-3), Black Gamma, Knee, Colour Mode, Saturation, Colour Phase, Colour Depth, Detail, Copy, Reset
CREATIVE LOOK
ST, PT, NT, VV, VV2, FL, IN, SH, BW, SE, Custom Look (1-6)
SOFT SKIN EFFECT
Yes
Dynamic Range Functions
Off, Dynamic Range Optimizer
Colour Space
sRGB standard (with sYCC gamut), Adobe RGB standard and Rec. ITU-R BT.2100 standard (BT.2020 gamut).36
14bit RAW
Yes
Recording (movie)
Recording Format
XAVC S, XAVC HS
Video Compression
XAVC S: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, XAVC HS: MPEG-H HEVC/H.265
Audio Recording Format
LPCM 2 ch (48 kHz 16 bit), LPCM 2 ch (48 kHz 24 bit)37, LPCM 4 ch (48 kHz 24 bit)37, MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2 ch38
Colour Space
Rec. ITU-R BT.2100 standard compatible (BT.2020 gamut)39
Picture Effect
-
Creative Style
-
SOFT SKIN EFFECT
Yes
Picture Profile
Yes (Off / PP1-PP11) Parameters: Black level, Gamma (Movie, Still, S-Cinetone, Cine1-4, ITU709, ITU709 [800%], S-Log2, S-Log3, HLG, HLG1-3), Black Gamma, Knee, Colour Mode, Saturation, Colour Phase, Colour Depth, Detail, Copy, Reset
CREATIVE LOOK
ST, PT, NT, VV, VV2, FL, IN, SH, BW, SE, Custom Look (1-6)
MOVIE RECORDING SYSTEM (XAVC HS 4K)
3840 x 2160 (4:2:0, 10 bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 60p (150 Mbps / 75 Mbps / 45 Mbps)40, 41, 24p (100 Mbps / 50 Mbps / 30 Mbps)41, 3840 x 2160 (4:2:0, 10 bit, PAL) (Approx.): 50p (150 Mbps / 75 Mbps / 45 Mbps)40, 3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10 bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 60p (200 Mbps / 100 Mbps)40, 41, 24p (100 Mbps / 50 Mbps)41, 3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10 bit, PAL) (Approx.): 50p (200 Mbps / 100 Mbps)40
MOVIE RECORDING SYSTEM (XAVC S 4K)
3840 x 2160 (4:2:0, 8 bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 60p (150 Mbps)40, 41, 30p (100 Mbps / 60 Mbps)41, 24p (100 Mbps / 60 Mbps)41, 3840 x 2160 (4:2:0, 8 bit, PAL) (Approx.): 50p (150 Mbps)40, 25p (100 Mbps / 60 Mbps), 3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10 bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 60p (200 Mbps)40, 41, 30p (140 Mbps)41, 24p (100 Mbps)41, 3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10 bit, PAL) (Approx.): 50p (200 Mbps)40, 25p (140 Mbps)
MOVIE RECORDING SYSTEM (XAVC S HD)
1920 x 1080 (4:2:0, 8 bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 120p (100 Mbps / 60 Mbps)42, 41, 60p (50 Mbps / 25 Mbps)41, 30p (50 Mbps / 16 Mbps)41, 24p (50 Mbps)41, 1920 x 1080 (4:2:0, 8 bit, PAL) (Approx.): 100p (100 Mbps / 60 Mbps), 50p (50 Mbps / 25 Mbps), 25p (50 Mbps / 16 Mbps), 1920 x 1080 (4:2:2, 10 bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 60p (50 Mbps)41, 30p (50 Mbps)41, 24p (50 Mbps)41, 1920 x 1080 (4:2:2, 10 bit, PAL) (Approx.): 50p (50 Mbps), 25p (50 Mbps)
MOVIE RECORDING SYSTEM (XAVC S-I 4K)
3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10 bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 60p (600 Mbps)40, 41, 30p (300 Mbps)41, 24p (240 Mbps)41, 3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10 bit, PAL) (Approx.): 50p (500 Mbps)40, 25p (250 Mbps)
MOVIE RECORDING SYSTEM (XAVC S-I HD)
1920 x 1080 (4:2:2, 10 bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 60p (222 Mbps)41, 30p (111 Mbps)41, 24p (89 Mbps)41, 1920 x 1080 (4:2:2, 10 bit, PAL) (Approx.): 50p (185 Mbps), 25p (93 Mbps)
Slow and quick motion (shooting frame rate)
NTSC mode: 1 fps, 2 fps, 4 fps, 8 fps, 15 fps, 30 fps, 60 fps, 120 fps43, 42, PAL mode: 1 fps, 2 fps, 3 fps, 6 fps, 12 fps, 25 fps, 50 fps, 100 fps43, 42
Movie Functions
Audio Level Display, Audio Rec Level, PAL/NTSC Selector, Proxy Recording (1280 x 720 [Approx. 6 Mbps], 1920 x 1080 [Approx. 9 Mbps], 1920 x 1080 [Approx. 16 Mbps]), TC/UB, Auto Slow Shutter, Gamma Disp. Assist
USB Streaming
VIDEO DATA FORMAT
MJPEG, YUV42044
VIDEO RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160 (15p / 12.5p) / 1920 x 1080 (60p / 50p / 30p / 25p) / 1280 x 720 (30p / 25p)
AUDIO DATA FORMAT
LPCM 2 ch (16 bit 48 kHz)
SIMULTANEOUS INTERNAL RECORDING
Yes
Recording System
Location information Link from smartphone
Yes
Media
SD memory card, SDHC memory card (UHS-I/II-compliant), SDXC memory card (UHS-I/II-compliant), CFexpress Type A memory card
Memory Card Slot
SLOT1: Multi slot for SD (UHS-I/II compliant) memory card / CFexpress Type A card, SLOT2: Slot for SD (UHS-I/II compliant) memory card
Recording mode on 2 memory cards
Simult. Rec, Sort, Auto Switch Media, Copy
Noise Reduction
Noise Reduction
Long exposure NR: On/Off, available at shutter speeds longer than 1 s, High ISO NR: Normal / Low / Off
White Balance
White Balance Modes
Auto / Daylight / Shade / Cloudy / Incandescent / Fluorescent / Flash / Underwater / Colour Temperature (2,500 to 9,900 K) & colour filter / Custom
SHUTTER AWB LOCK
Yes (Shut. Halfway Down / Cont. Shooting / Off)
Focus
Focus Type
Fast Hybrid AF (phase-detection AF / contrast-detection AF)
Focus Sensor
Exmor R CMOS sensor
Focus Point
35 mm full frame: 759 points (phase-detection AF), APS-C mode with FF lens: 713 points (phase-detection AF), with APS-C lens: 575 points (phase-detection AF) / 425 points (contrast-detection AF)
Focus Sensitivity Range
EV–4 to EV20 (ISO 100 equivalent with F2.0 lens attached)
Focus Mode
AF-A (Automatic AF), AF-S (Single-shot AF), AF-C (Continuous AF), DMF (Direct Manual Focus), Manual Focus
Focus Area
Wide / Zone / Centre Fix / Spot / Expand Spot / Tracking
EYE AF
[Still images] Human (Right/Left Eye Select) / Animal (Right/Left Eye Select) / Bird, [Movie] Human (Right/Left Eye Select) / Animal (Right/Left Eye Select) / Bird
Other Features
Predictive control, Focus lock, AF Track Sens. (Still), AF Subj. Shift Sensitivity (Movie), AF Transition Speed (Movie), Switch V/H AF Area, AF Area Regist., Circ. of Focus Point, Focus Map (Movie), AF Assist (Movie)
AF Illuminator
Yes (with Built-in LED type)
AF Illuminator Range
Approx. 0.3 m–approx. 3.0 m (with FE 28–70 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached)
Focus type with LA-EA3 (Sold separately)
Phase-detection
Exposure
Metering Type
1200-zone evaluative metering
Metering Sensor
Exmor R CMOS sensor
Metering Sensitivity
EV-3 to EV20 (at ISO100 equivalent with F2.0 lens attached)
Metering Mode
Multi-segment, Centre-weighted, Spot (Standard/Large), Entire Screen Avg., Highlight
Exposure Compensation
+/- 5.0 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps selectable)
Exposure Bracketing
Bracket: Cont., Bracket: Single, 3/5/9 frames selectable. (Ambient light, Flash light)
AE Lock
Locked when shutter button is pressed halfway. Available with AE lock button. (On/Off/Auto)
Exposure Modes
[Still images] Intelligent Auto (Auto) / Program Auto (P) / Aperture Priority (A) / Shutter Priority (S) / Manual Exposure (M), [Movie] Intelligent Auto (Auto) / Program Auto (P) / Aperture Priority (A) / Shutter Priority (S) / Manual Exposure (M) / Flexible Exp. Mode, [Slow & Quick Motion] Intelligent Auto (Auto) / Program Auto (P) / Aperture Priority (A) / Shutter Priority (S) / Manual Exposure (M) / Flexible Exp. Mode
ISO Sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index)
Still images: ISO 100-51200 (ISO numbers from 50 to 204800 can be set as expanded ISO), AUTO (ISO 100-12800, selectable lower limit and upper limit), Movies: ISO 100-51200 equivalent (ISO numbers up to 102400 can be set as expanded ISO), AUTO (ISO 100-12800, selectable lower limit and upper limit)
Anti-Flicker Shoot.
Yes
Scene Selection
-
Viewfinder
Viewfinder Type
1.3 cm (0.5 type) electronic viewfinder (Quad-VGA OLED)
Number of Dots
3,686,400 dots
Field Coverage
100%
Magnification
Approx. 0.78x (with 50 mm lens at infinity, –1 m-1)
Dioptre Adjustment
–4.0 to +3.0 m-1
Eye Point
Approx. 23 mm from the eyepiece lens, 18.5 mm from the eyepiece frame at –1 m-1 (CIPA standard)
DISPLAY FUNCTION
Histogram, Real-time image-adjustment display, Digital level gauge, Grid line, Focus check, Peaking MF, Zebra, Movie marker, Emphasized display during REC
Finder Frame Rate Selection
STD 60 fps / HI 120 fps
LCD Screen
Monitor Type
7.5 cm (3.0-type) type TFT
Number of Dots
1 036 800 dots
Touch Panel
Yes
Brightness Control
Manual (5 steps between -2 and +2), Sunny Weather mode
Adjustable Angle
Opening Angle: Approx. 176 °., Rotation Angle: Approx. 270 °.
Focus Magnifier
Yes, Focus Magnifier (35 mm full frame: 5.5x / 11.0x, APS-C: 3.7x / 7.3x)
Other Features
PlayMemories Camera Apps™
-
Clear Image Zoom
Still images: Approx. 2x, Movies: Approx. 1.5x (4K), Approx. 2x (HD)
Face Detection
Modes: Face/Eye Priority in AF, Face Priority in Multi Metering, Regist. Faces Priority
Self-Portrait Self-Timer
-
Others
-
Shutter
Type
Electronically-controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane type
Shutter Type
Mechanical shutter / Electronic shutter
Shutter Speed
Still images: 1/8000 to 30 s, Bulb, Movies (NTSC mode): 1/8000 to 1/4 (1/3 steps), up to 1/60 in AUTO mode (up to 1/30 in Auto slow shutter mode), Movies (PAL mode): 1/8000 to 1/4 (1/3 steps), up to 1/50 in AUTO mode (up to 1/25 in Auto slow shutter mode)
Flash Sync. Speed
1/250 s (35 mm full frame), 1/320 s (APS-C)45
Electronic Front Curtain Shutter
Yes (ON/OFF)
Silent Shooting
Yes (ON/OFF)
Image Stabilization
Type
Image Sensor-Shift mechanism with 5-axis compensation (Compensation depends on lens specifications)
Compensation Effect
5.5 stops (based on CIPA standard. Pitch/yaw shake only. With Planar T* FE 50 mm F1.4 ZA lens mounted. Long exposure NR off.)
Flash Control
Control
Pre-flash TTL46
Flash Compensation
+/- 3.0 EV (switchable between 1/3 and 1/2 EV steps)
Flash Modes
Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction (on/off selectable), Wireless47, Hi-speed sync.47
Recycling Time
-
External Flash Compatibility
Sony α System Flash compatible with Multi Interface Shoe, attach the shoe adaptor for flash compatible with Auto-lock accessory shoe
FE Level Lock
Yes
Wireless Control
Yes (Light signal: Available with Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Hi-speed sync. / Radio signal: Available with Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Hi-speed sync.)
Drive
Drive Modes
Single Shooting, Continuous shooting (Hi+/Hi/Mid/Lo selectable), Self-timer, Self-timer (Cont.), Bracket: Single, Bracket: Cont., White Balance bracket, DRO bracket
Continuous Drive Speed (approx. max.)
Continuous shooting: Hi+: 10 fps, Hi: 8 fps, Mid: 6 fps, Lo: 3 fps48
No. of recordable frames (approx.)
JPEG Extra fine L: over 1,000 frames, JPEG Fine L: over 1,000 frames, JPEG Standard L: over 1,000 frames, RAW: over 1,000 frames, RAW and JPEG: over 1,000 frames, RAW (Lossless Compressed): over 1,000 frames, RAW (Lossless Compressed) and JPEG: over 1,000 frames, RAW (Uncompressed): over 1,000 frames, RAW (Uncompressed) & JPEG: 828 frames48
Self-Timer
10 s delay / 5 s delay / 2 s delay / Continuous self-time / Bracketing self-timer
Pixel Shift Multi Shooting
-
Playback
Photo Capture
Yes
Interface
PC Interface
Mass-storage / MTP
Multi/Micro USB Terminal
Yes49
Bluetooth
Yes (Bluetooth Standard Ver. 4.1 [2.4 GHz band])
Multi Interface Shoe
Yes (with Digital Audio Interface)50
Mic Terminal
Yes (3.5 mm Stereo minijack)
Sync Terminal
-
Headphone Terminal
Yes (3.5 mm Stereo minijack)
Vertical Grip Connector
Yes
LAN Terminal
-
FUNCTIONS
FTP Transfer Func. (Wired LAN [USB-LAN], USB Tethering, Wi-Fi), View on Smartphone, Remote control via Smartphone, PC Remote, BRAVIA Sync (Control for HDMI), PhotoTV HD
Audio
Microphone
Built-in, stereo
Speaker
Built-in, monaural
Compatible Standards
Exif Print, Print Image Matching III
Custom function
Type
Custom key settings, My Menu, My Dial Settings, Reg Cust Shoot Set, Programmable Setting (Body 9 sets / memory card 12 sets)
Lens Compensation
Setting
Peripheral Shading, Chromatic Aberration, Distortion, Breathing (Movie)
Accessibility
SCREENREADER
Yes (Language: English, Speed: 7 steps, Volume: 16 steps)51
Power
Supplied Battery
One rechargeable battery pack NP-FZ100
Internal Battery Charge
Yes (Available with USB Type-C Terminal. USB Power Delivery compatible)
USB Power Supply
Yes (Available with USB Type-C Terminal. USB Power Delivery compatible)
Others
Operating Temperature
32–104 °F (0–40 ℃)
Size & Weight
Weight (with battery and memory card included)
Approx. 1 lb 7.3 oz (approx. 658 g)
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Approx. 5.25 x 3.88 x 3.25 in, approx. 5.25 x 3.88 x 2.75 in (From grip to monitor) (approx. 131.3 mm x 96.4 mm x 79.8 mm, approx. 131.3 mm x 96.4 mm x 69.7 mm [From grip to monitor])
What's in the Box
SEL2870, Rechargeable Battery NP-FZ100, AC adapter, Shoulder strap, Body cap, Accessory shoe cap, Eyepiece cup, USB-A to USB-C cable (USB 3.2), Lens hood, Lens cap, Lens rear cap
Footnotes
footnote1 Approximate, effective.
footnote2 QFHD (3840 x 2160). 4K 60p (50p) recording available in Super 35 mode only.
footnote3 Sony test conditions, still images.
footnote4 Compared to the BIONZ X image processing engine. Sony tests.
footnote5 Imaging Edge Desktop (Remote/Viewer/Edit) version 3.2 or later is required to view and edit HEIF images.
footnote6 7032 x 3958.
footnote7 At 4K 30p/24p (25p).
footnote8 XAVC HS compatible editing software is required. XAVC HS format uses the MPEG-H HEVC/H.265 high-efficiency codec.
footnote9 S-Log3, Sony internal tests.
footnote10 Available settings for this feature are OFF, LO, MID and HI.
footnote11 CIPA standards. Pitch/yaw shake only. Planar T* FE 50 mm F1.4 ZA lens. Long exposure NR off. Still-image mode.
footnote12 Slight image crop in Active Mode. “Standard” setting recommended for focal lengths of 200 mm or longer.
footnote13 Active Mode is not available when recording at 120 (100) fps.
footnote14 Catalyst version 2021.1 or later is required.
footnote15 Up to 10 fps in continuous “Hi+” mode and up to 8 fps in continuous “Hi” mode. Maximum fps will depend on camera settings. Sony test conditions.
footnote16 CFexpress Type A memory card is required.
footnote17 Maximum continuous shooting speed is 6 fps when shooting uncompressed RAW / uncompressed RAW+JPEG images.
footnote18 759 AF measurement points for still images. The number of points used varies according to the shooting mode.
footnote19 “Tracking” in the menu.
footnote20 Compared with the α7 III.
footnote21 Not available when using the SELP1650, SEL18200LE or A-mount lenses.
footnote22 The Focus Map function cannot be used under the following conditions: when shooting stills, when the Focus Magnifier function is in use, when using digital zoom, during USB streaming, when no lens is mounted, when an A-mount lens is mounted or when using the SEL16F28. For other lenses, please use the latest firmware.
footnote23 Angle of view and image quality may change slightly when this feature is turned on. Breathing Compensation is not available for unsupported lenses, 120p (100p) movie recording, S&Q recording at 120p (100p) or stills. Compatibility of lenses is limited. Please see Sony support page for lens compatibility. https://www.sony.net/dics/breathing/
footnote24 Compatibility of lenses is limited. Please see Sony support page for lens compatibility.
footnote25 Approximate.
footnote26 5 GHz communication may be restricted in some countries and regions.
footnote27 IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac standards are supported.
footnote28 Available formats are 4K 15p (12.5p), Full HD 60p (50p), Full HD 30p (25p) and HD720 30p (25p).
footnote29 USB charging and power delivery are only supported via the USB Type-C® terminal. A battery must be installed in the camera when supplying USB power. The internal battery may drain even if USB power is supplied, depending on the adapter used and camera operating conditions.
footnote30 9 V/3 A output. Compatibility is not guaranteed with all USB PD devices. The internal battery will not be charged while camera power is ON and the camera is in use.
footnote31 CFexpress Type B memory cards are not supported.
footnote32 Not guaranteed to be 100% dust- and moisture-proof.
footnote33 Imaging Edge Desktop version 3.2 or later is required.
footnote34 Imaging Edge Mobile version 7.6 or later is required.
footnote35 Final Cut Pro, iMovie and Mac® are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. The Mac logo is a trademark of Apple Inc.
footnote36 When [HLG Still Image] setting is set to [On].
footnote37 When using accessories that support 4‑ch output / 24 bits with the Multi Interface Shoe.
footnote38 Proxy movies
footnote39 When [Gamma] is set to [HLG] and [Colour Mode] is set to [BT.2020] in [Picture Profile].
footnote40 [APS-C S35 shooting] is locked to [On] when shooting movies in 4K 60p/50p.
footnote41 120p: 119.88 fps, 60p: 59.94 fps, 30p: 29.97 fps, 24p: 23.98 fps
footnote42 When [APS-C S35 shooting] is set to [On], number of effective pixels: 1570 x 886 at 120 or 100 fps.
footnote43 120 or 100 fps is not available when using [XAVC HS 4K], [XAVC S 4K] or [XAVC S-I 4K] file formats.
footnote44 When [Resolution] is set to [HD(720p)], [MJPEG] is only available.
footnote45 With compatible Sony external flash
footnote46 A flash cannot be used when [Shutter Type] is set to [Electronic Shutter].
footnote47 With compatible external flash
footnote48 Varies according to shooting conditions or memory card used
footnote49 Supports Micro USB compatible device.
footnote50 Sony accessories for the Accessory Shoe can be attached.
footnote51 This function is available only when the menu language is set to English on North American models. (As of the release date)
All pictures and graphics are for illustration purposes only. Actual specifications may vary.
Precise figures for the frame rates indicated on this page are as follows: 24p: 23.98 fps, 30p: 29.97 fps, 60p: 59.94 fps and 120p: 119.88 fps.
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- 33MP full-frame Exmor R back-illuminated CMOS sensor. 8x more powerful, next generation BIONZ XR image processing engine. Up to 4K 60p 10-bit 4:2:2 w/ full pixel readout in all recording formats. 7K oversampling full-frame 4K 30p 10-bit 4:2:2 w/ no pixel binning. Beautiful color expression made simple with S-Cinetone color profile
The 30-Second Version
The Sony A7 IV delivers a 33MP full-frame sensor, class-leading autofocus, and beautiful 4K 60p 10-bit video in a weather-sealed body. It's a top-tier hybrid for around $1,859 (kit), though the burst speed is just okay and extended video can overheat. If you need one camera for both stills and video, this is the benchmark. Skip it if you need super-fast action or 8K.
Overview
The Sony Alpha 7 IV is the hybrid camera that a whole lot of creators have been waiting for. It's not just a minor refresh of the A7 III; it's a significant step forward with a 33MP sensor, next-gen BIONZ XR processing, and real video chops that include 10-bit 4:2:2 recording. This is the camera you grab when you need to nail a portrait session in the morning and a client video in the afternoon without lugging around two different bodies. In our database, its overall score lands at 88 out of 100, putting it among the strongest all-rounders on the market. The A7 IV shines brightest for beginners and YouTube creators, where it scores above 88 and 91 respectively, but it's definitely not a one-trick pony.
Here's what makes this thing interesting: you're getting sensor performance that used to be reserved for high-res bodies, paired with an autofocus system that's basically psychic. With 759 phase-detect points, real-time Eye AF for humans, animals, and birds, plus subject detection that just works, the hit rate is ridiculously high. The build quality is a standout too, ranking in the top tier of our database. It feels durable and substantial, and that weather sealing means you don't have to baby it when the weather turns.
But the A7 IV isn't a flawless masterpiece. The 10fps burst speed is fine, not fast, and if you're used to a stacked sensor, you'll notice the rolling shutter in electronic mode. The kit lens bundled in this ILCE7M4K/B package is a 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 that's serviceable but doesn't do the sensor justice. Still, for the sheer versatility, this camera is a compelling argument that you don't need a dedicated stills body and a cinema camera anymore. One tool really can do both, and the A7 IV is one of the best examples of that right now.
Performance
Sony's 33MP Exmor R sensor doesn't lead the pack in raw resolution, but it lands in a sweet spot where you get enough detail for large prints without crushing your hard drive. In our database, the sensor's performance sits around the 60th percentile, which sounds modest, but the image quality is anything but. Low-light shots at high ISO hold onto fine detail nicely, and the dynamic range is excellent for pulling shadows. The BIONZ XR engine makes everything feel snappy, from menu navigation to buffer clearing. If you're coming from an older A7 III, the jump in responsiveness and color science is immediately obvious.
Video is where the A7 IV earns its hybrid badge. You can record 4K up to 60p in 10-bit 4:2:2 with full pixel readout, and the 4K 30p oversampled from 7K looks gorgeous. S-Cinetone gives you a baked-in cinematic look without needing to grade, which is a lifesaver for fast turnarounds. The IBIS system provides about 5.5 stops of stabilization, ranking near the top of the class. But there's a catch: extended recording in 4K 60p can trigger overheating warnings, especially in warm environments. We've seen complaints about this in customer feedback, and it's real. For long-form interviews or live streaming in a hot room, you'll want to test your limits before relying on it.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Autofocus is insanely sticky and accurate, among the best we've tested 96th
- 33MP sensor hits a Goldilocks resolution that balances detail and file size 96th
- Outstanding video quality with 10-bit 4:2:2 and no pixel binning in 4K 30p 94th
- Build quality feels premium, with weather sealing that inspires confidence 93th
- Battery life is excellent, often exceeding 520 shots in real-world use
Cons
- 10fps burst speed is mediocre for fast action compared to competitors
- Overheating can halt video recording during extended 4K 60p sessions
- Kit lens is a bottleneck that doesn't showcase the sensor's potential
- Touchscreen functionality is half-baked, not fully usable in menus
- Rolling shutter is noticeable when using electronic shutter for fast movement
The Word on the Street
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | CMOS |
| Size | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 33 |
| ISO Range | 100 |
| Processor | BIONZ XR |
Autofocus
| AF Points | 759 |
| Eye AF | Yes |
| Animal AF | Yes |
| Subject Detection | Yes |
Shooting
| Burst (Mechanical) | 10 |
| Electronic Shutter | Yes |
Video
| Max Resolution | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 60 |
| 1080p FPS | 60 |
| 10-bit | Yes |
| Log Profile | Yes |
| Codec | XAVC HS, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 |
Display & EVF
| Screen Size | 3 |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Articulating | Yes |
| EVF Resolution | 3680000 |
Build
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Weight | 0.7 kg / 1.5 lbs |
| Battery Life | 520 |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| HDMI | HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | Yes |
Value & Pricing
Pricing for this kit is all over the map across retailers. In our data, we saw a spread from $1,859 to over $462,000 (yes, someone probably listed a camera for more than a house). The real-world price you should pay is around $1,859 for the ILCE7M4K/B kit with the 28-70mm lens, and Newegg typically has the best deal. That's a fair chunk of change, but you're getting a full-frame hybrid that can genuinely replace both a stills camera and a B-cam for video. Compared to a dedicated cinema camera, you're saving thousands, and the lens mount gives you access to Sony's massive E-mount ecosystem.
Is it a steal? Not exactly, but it's strong value for a production tool that won't leave you wanting more body in two years. If you skip the kit lens and just buy the body, you can put the savings toward a sharper lens, like the 24-105mm f/4 or a fast prime. Just know that the bundled 28-70mm is okay for starting out, but you'll outgrow it quickly if you care about edge-to-edge sharpness.
vs Competition
The Canon EOS R6 Mark II (and the newer Mark III) is the most direct rival. Canon's autofocus is equally impressive, and the R6 Mark II offers faster burst speeds up to 40fps with electronic shutter. However, Sony's lens library is deeper, especially for third-party options, and the A7 IV's higher 33MP sensor gives you more cropping room. If you shoot a lot of sports or wildlife, the Canon's speed advantage is real, but for mixed stills and video work, the Sony's edge in video flexibility with S-Cinetone and no recording limits at 30p is compelling. The Fujifilm X-H2S is another interesting alternative. It's APS-C, but it shoots 6.2K open gate and has incredible burst rates, though low-light performance isn't as strong as the full-frame Sony.
On the pricier end, the Nikon Z9 is a beast that obliterates the A7 IV in burst speed and video features with 8K, but it costs nearly three times as much and weighs nearly double. For most hybrid shooters, the Z9 is overkill. Then there's the Panasonic GH7 and OM System OM-1 Mark II, both Micro Four Thirds. They're smaller and offer excellent stabilization, but the sensor size means low-light image quality and depth of field control lag behind the full-frame A7 IV. If video is your primary focus and you want internal ProRes, the GH7 is a worthy look, but for photography-first creators who also need video, the Sony is the more well-rounded tool.
| Spec | Sony Alpha ILCE7M4K/B | Nikon Z9 Z9 | Canon EOS R6 Mark II R6 Mark II | Fujifilm X-E5 X-E5 | Panasonic LUMIX GH7 GH7 | OM System OM OM-1 Mark II |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 33MP full-frame | 45.7MP full-frame | 24.2MP full-frame | 40.2MP aps-c | 25.2MP micro-four-thirds | 20MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | 759 | 1053 | 1053 | 425 | 315 | 1053 |
| Burst FPS | 10 | 30 | 12 | 13 | 75 | 120 |
| Video | 4K @60fps | 8K @120fps | 4K @60fps | 6K @60fps | 6K @120fps | 4K @60fps |
| IBIS | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | true | true | true | true | false | true |
| Weight (g) | 658 | 1160 | 590 | 445 | 721 | 511 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Evf | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony Alpha ILCE7M4K/B | 95.7 | 91.4 | 96.3 | 65.4 | 80.2 | 60.1 | 94.2 | 84.3 | 93.3 | 84.9 | 90 |
| Nikon Z9 Z9 Compare | 98.4 | 89.5 | 99.4 | 96.1 | 97.9 | 65 | 97.3 | 84.3 | 93.3 | 84.9 | 84.7 |
| Canon EOS R6 Mark II R6 Mark II Compare | 98.4 | 88 | 94.5 | 88.5 | 84.1 | 49.4 | 98.6 | 84.3 | 93.3 | 94.6 | 98 |
| Fujifilm X-E5 X-E5 Compare | 88.1 | 74.9 | 88 | 76.9 | 84.1 | 97.1 | 89.2 | 84.3 | 93.3 | 87.9 | 93.5 |
| Panasonic LUMIX GH7 GH7 Compare | 84.7 | 91.4 | 75.2 | 95.2 | 97.5 | 56.1 | 89.2 | 84.3 | 93.3 | 94.6 | 96.1 |
| OM System OM OM-1 Mark II Compare | 98.4 | 99.7 | 81.9 | 99.8 | 84.1 | 25.8 | 94.2 | 84.3 | 93.3 | 94.6 | 99.5 |
Common Questions
Q: Does this camera have a fully functional touch screen?
The 3-inch rear LCD is touch-sensitive for tapping to focus and navigating the quick menu, but you can't use touch to fully browse the main menu system. It articulates out to the side, which is great for vlogging and odd angles, though some may miss the tilting screen of older models.
Q: What lens mount does the Sony A7 IV use?
It uses the Sony E-mount, which is home to a massive selection of full-frame FE lenses and also accepts APS-C E lenses in crop mode. This gives you access to Sony's excellent glass, plus a wide range of third-party lenses from Sigma, Tamron, and others that are often more affordable.
Q: Can I plug in an external microphone for better audio?
Absolutely. There's a standard 3.5mm microphone jack and a headphone port for monitoring. The hot shoe also supports Sony's digital audio interface, so you can attach XLR adapters like the XLR-K3M for pro-level audio without extra cabling.
Q: Is the in-body stabilization good enough for handheld video?
The 5-axis IBIS provides up to 5.5 stops of compensation, which helps smooth out small shakes and makes handheld walk-and-talk shots usable. But it's not gimbal-like magic; for fast movement, you'll still want a gimbal or a lens with optical stabilization to get the best results.
Who Should Skip This
The A7 IV is a fantastic all-rounder, but it's not for everyone. If you're a dedicated sports or wildlife photographer who lives by the burst rate, the 10fps mechanical shutter and sluggish electronic rolling shutter will hold you back. Look at the Sony A9 II or the Canon EOS R6 Mark II for significantly faster shooting. If 8K video is a must-have for your workflow, this camera caps out at 4K 60p, so check out the Sony A1 or the Nikon Z8. And product photographers who need extreme detail for large commercial prints might find the 33MP sensor limiting; the 61MP Sony A7R V is a better fit for that world. Also, if you're on a tight budget and just starting out, a used A7 III or even a crop-sensor camera like the Fujifilm X-S20 can get you 80% of the way for half the price.
Verdict
If you're a hybrid creator who splits time evenly between photo and video, the Sony A7 IV is one of the easiest recommendations we can make. It's not the best at any single thing, but it's very good at everything, and the autofocus alone will make your life easier. Wedding photographers, YouTube producers, and content creators who need to jump between stills and high-quality 4K will feel right at home. Pair it with a good lens, and you've got a setup that can handle 90% of professional scenarios without breaking your back.
For pure action shooters, this isn't the one. The 10fps burst is a bottleneck, and the rolling shutter will frustrate you if you're panning with fast subjects. In that case, look at the Canon R6 Mark II or a used Sony A9. And if you're all about video interviews or long takes, be wary of the overheating gremlins, especially in 4K 60p. A dedicated camcorder or a camera with active cooling might serve you better. But for the vast middle ground of photographers who are also video shooters, the A7 IV is the Swiss Army knife you'll actually use every day.