Sony A7C 28-60mm (Silver) (ILCE-7CL/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
• FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6 Lens

Compact and Capable Design

Compact and capable, 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.

Image Quality and 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 along 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.

FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6 Lens

Included with the camera body is the wide-angle to long-normal FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6 zoom, characterized by its retractable design and sleek profile to complement the compact camera body. The optical design incorporates three aspherical elements, which help to reduce distortion and spherical aberrations and promote greater sharpness and accurate rendering.

Imaging Specifications

• Lens Mount: Sony E
• Camera Format: Full-Frame (1x Crop Factor)
• Pixels: Actual 25.3 Megapixel, Effective 24.2 Megapixel
• Maximum Resolution: 6000 x 4000
• Aspect Ratio: 11, 32, 43, 169
• 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 various frame rates
• 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 and Monitor

• 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
• Size: 3"
• 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 104F / 0 to 40C

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)

Kit Lens Specifications

• Focal Length: 28 to 60mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/4 to 5.6
• Minimum Aperture: f/22 to 32
• Angle of View: 75 to 40
• Maximum Magnification: 0.16x
• Minimum Focus Distance: 11.8" / 30cm
• Optical Design: 8 Elements in 7 Groups
• Diaphragm Blades: 7, Rounded
• Focus Type: Autofocus
• Image Stabilization: No
• Filter Size: 40.5 mm (Front)
• Dimensions (ø x L): 2.6 x 1.8" / 66.6 x 45mm
• Weight: 5.9oz / 167g