Sony A7C Body (Silver) (ILCE-7C/S) (7C) (Alpha 7C)

Key Features

• 24.2MP Full-Frame Exmor R BSI Sensor
• BIONZ X Image Processor
• UHD 4K30p Video with HLG & S-Log3 Gammas
• 693-Point Hybrid AF System
• 2.36m-Dot OLED Electronic Viewfinder
• 3.0" 921.6k-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen
• 5-Axis In-Body Image Stabilization
• Shooting Up to 10 fps, ISO 50-204800
• Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Connectivity

Compact and Capable Design

The silver Sony Alpha a7C mixes the quality and advantages of a full-frame sensor with an especially portable and sleek body design. Featuring a 24.2MP Exmor R BSI CMOS sensor, the a7C offers hybrid abilities to suit both photo and video recording needs along with a form factor for everyday, all-day carry.

Performance

The full-frame sensor and BIONZ X image processor offer up to a 15 stop dynamic range along with UHD 4K video recording, extended sensitivity from ISO 50-204800, and a top continuous shooting rate of 10 fps for working with moving subjects. The sensor also houses a Fast Hybrid AF system, which uses 693 phase-detection points and 425 contrast detection areas for quick, intelligent, and precise autofocus performance with support for Real-time Eye AF and Tracking AF technologies. Also benefiting both photo and video needs is 5-axis in-body image stabilization, which compensates for up to five stops of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting.

Body Design

• Compact and lightweight body design, along with a rangefinder-inspired layout, make the a7C a sleek and portable camera for everyday shooting.
• A 0.39"-type XGA OLED electronic viewfinder is featured and has a 2.36m-dot resolution and 0.59x magnification for bright, clear viewing in high detail.
• Rear 3.0" 921.6k-dot rear LCD features a side-open vari-angle design to benefit working from high, low, and front-facing angles. It's also a touchscreen for intuitive control and playback.
• Magnesium-alloy chassis along with a weather-sealed design offers a durable overall construction for use in a variety of conditions.
• The large-capacity NP-FZ100 battery offers approximately 740 shots per charge when working with the rear LCD or 680 shots per charge when working with the EVF.
• Single SD memory card slot is rated to support UHS-II memory cards for fast transfer speeds.
• A USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C port offers fast and reliable tethering support and also allows the camera to be charged from the host power source while connected.
• Multi Interface Shoe supports working with optional microphones or adapters for improved audio recording.
• Both 3.5mm microphone and headphone ports are available for greater audio recording control.
• Built-in Wi-Fi enables the a7C to instantly share imagery to mobile devices for direct sharing online.
• Bluetooth connectivity allows for location data acquisition.

Fast Hybrid AF System

Covering a majority of the image area, a Fast Hybrid AF system incorporates 693 phase-detection points along with 425 contrast-detection areas for quick and precise focusing in a variety of lighting conditions with sensitivity down to -4 EV. This focusing system is available for use in all recording modes, to benefit both video and stills applications.

5-Axis SteadyShot INSIDE Image Stabilization

Despite the sleek stature of the a7C, it features a 5-stop effective 5-axis SteadyShot INSIDE image stabilization system that compensates for various types of camera shake encountered during handheld shooting of stills and video.

Imaging Specifications

• Lens Mount: Sony E
• Camera Format: Full-Frame (1x Crop Factor)
• Sensor Resolution: Actual 25.3 Megapixel, Effective 24.2 Megapixel (6000 x 4000)
• Aspect Ratio: 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9
• Sensor Type: CMOS
• Sensor Size: 35.6 x 23.8 mm
• Image File Format: JPEG, Raw
• Bit Depth: 14-Bit
• Image Stabilization: Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis

Exposure Control

• ISO Sensitivity: Auto, 100 to 51200 (Extended 50 to 204800)
• Shutter Speed: Mechanical Shutter: 1/4000 to 30 Seconds, Bulb Mode; Electronic Shutter: 1/8000 to 30 Seconds, Bulb Mode
• Metering Method: Average, Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Multi-Zone, Spot
• Exposure Modes: Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
• Exposure Compensation: -5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
• Metering Range: -3 to 20 EV
• White Balance: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Shade, Underwater
• Continuous Shooting: Up to 10 fps at 24.2 MP for up to 223 Frames (JPEG) / 115 Frames (Raw)
• Interval Recording: Yes
• Self-Timer: 2/5/10-Second Delay

Video Specifications

• Recording Modes: H.264/XAVC S 420 8-Bit, UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p, Full HD (1920 x 1080) at various frame rates
• External Recording Modes: 422 8-Bit, UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p
• Recording Limit: Unlimited
• Video Encoding: NTSC/PAL
• Audio Recording: Built-In Microphone (Stereo), External Microphone Input
• Audio File Format: Linear PCM

Focus Specifications

• Focus Type: Auto and Manual Focus
• Focus Mode: Automatic (A), Continuous-Servo AF (C), Direct Manual Focus (DMF), Manual Focus (M), Single-Servo AF (S)
• Autofocus Points: Phase Detection 693, Contrast Detection 425
• Autofocus Sensitivity: -4 to +20 EV

Viewfinder Specifications

• Viewfinder Type: Electronic (OLED)
• Viewfinder Size: 0.39"
• Viewfinder Resolution: 2,359,296 Dot
• Viewfinder Eye Point: 20 mm
• Viewfinder Coverage: 100%
• Viewfinder Magnification: Approx. 0.59x
• Diopter Adjustment: -4 to +3

Monitor Specifications

• Size: 3.0"
• Resolution: 921,600 Dot
• Display Type: Articulating Touchscreen LCD

Flash Specifications

• Built-In Flash: No
• Flash Modes: Auto, Fill Flash, Hi-Speed Sync, Off, Rear Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Wireless
• Maximum Sync Speed: 1/160 Second
• Flash Compensation: -3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
• Dedicated Flash System: TTL
• External Flash Connection: Hot Shoe

Interface Specifications

• Media/Memory Card Slot: Single Slot SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)
• Connectivity: USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1), HDMI D (Micro), 3.5mm Headphone, 3.5mm Microphone
• Wireless: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
• GPS: No

Environmental Specifications

• Operating Temperature: 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C

Physical Specifications

• Battery: 1 x NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 2280 mAh (Approx. 740 Shots)
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 4.9 x 2.8 x 2.4" / 124 x 71.1 x 59.7mm
• Weight: 1.1lb / 509g (Body with Battery and Memory)