Sony Alpha a7IV
The BIONZ XR processor delivers an 8x speed boost for real-time AF and image processing, while the 50MP CMOS sensor and 4K 60p recording oversampled from 7K yield exceptionally detailed video. The bundled Capture One Pro software streamlines raw editing, and simple color profiles suit creators seeking natural, ready-to-grade footage. This camera is best for product photographers and YouTube creators who prioritize high-resolution stills and smooth 4K output over handheld vlogging.
About This Camera
The BIONZ XR processor delivers an 8x speed boost for real-time AF and image processing, while the 50MP CMOS sensor and 4K 60p recording oversampled from 7K yield exceptionally detailed video. The bundled Capture One Pro software streamlines raw editing, and simple color profiles suit creators seeking natural, ready-to-grade footage. This camera is best for product photographers and YouTube creators who prioritize high-resolution stills and smooth 4K output over handheld vlogging.
- Type mirrorless
- Sensor 50MP
- Video 4K @60fps
Overview
Performance
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong video (75th percentile) 75th
- Strong sensor (68th percentile) 68th
Cons
- Below average social proof (3th percentile) 3th
- Below average display (26th percentile) 26th
- Below average burst (29th percentile) 29th
- Below average stabilization (33th percentile) 33th
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | CMOS |
| Megapixels | 50 |
| Processor | BIONZ XR |
Video
| Max Resolution | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 60 |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
Value & Pricing
vs Competition
| Spec | Sony Alpha a7IV | Canon EOS R6 Mark II R6 Mark II | Nikon Z Z8 | Fujifilm X-T5 X-T5 | Panasonic Lumix S S5IIX | OM System OM-1 Mark II OM-1 Mark II |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 50MP | 24.2MP full-frame | 45.7MP full-frame | 40.2MP aps-c | 24.2MP full-frame | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | - | 1053 | 493 | 425 | 779 | 1053 |
| Burst FPS | - | 12 | 30 | 15 | 30 | 60 |
| Video | 4K @60fps | 4K @60fps | 8K @120fps | 6K @60fps | 4K @120fps | 4K @60fps |
| IBIS | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | - | 590 | 820 | 476 | 744 | 499 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Evf | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony Alpha a7IV | 33.6 | 36.3 | 35.9 | 29.1 | 74.6 | 67.5 | 44.9 | 25.9 | 49.6 | 2.6 | 32.5 |
| Canon EOS R6 Mark II R6 Mark II Compare | 98.5 | 88.1 | 94.1 | 88.4 | 84.1 | 49.1 | 98.6 | 84.1 | 93.1 | 94.7 | 98 |
| Nikon Z Z8 Compare | 90.6 | 89.7 | 97.9 | 96 | 99.6 | 64.8 | 89 | 84.1 | 93.1 | 94.7 | 84.7 |
| Fujifilm X-T5 X-T5 Compare | 88.1 | 89.7 | 91.6 | 81 | 91.9 | 97.2 | 95.8 | 84.1 | 85.1 | 94.7 | 93.4 |
| Panasonic Lumix S S5IIX Compare | 97.3 | 91.5 | 97.5 | 91 | 89.9 | 49.1 | 90.3 | 99.3 | 93.1 | 88 | 84.7 |
| OM System OM-1 Mark II OM-1 Mark II Compare | 98.5 | 99.6 | 88.4 | 98.1 | 84.1 | 41.2 | 94.2 | 84.1 | 77.1 | 94.7 | 99.5 |
Usage Scores
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