Sony a7C vs Sony a7 III – Comparison! Let’s compare the Sony Alpha ILCE-A7C vs Sony Alpha ILCE-A7 III.
The Sony a7C is the world’s smallest and lightest full-frame body, combining Sony’s full-frame image quality, advanced AF features and versatile movie shooting functions in a surprisingly lightweight and compact design, while the Sony a7 III is one of the most popular full-frames. is one.
Dan Watson shared his thought about the Sony a7C and Sony a7 III: “The Sony a7C and Sony a7III are almost identical despite their different looks and the best Sony Mirrorless Camera might not be the one you think“. You can watch the video related to the Sony a7C vs Sony a7 III comparison below. The video simply explains which one you should buy?
We’ve also prepared a specs comparison of the Sony a7C vs Sony a7 III. In this side-by-side review, we will be comparing Sony Alpha ILCE-A7C and Sony Alpha ILCE-A7 III. Both cameras have 35mm sensors but Sony Alpha ILCE-A7C has a 24.2 MP and Sony Alpha ILCE-A7 III has a 24.2 MP resolution.
| Sony Alpha ILCE-A7C | Sony Alpha ILCE-A7 III | |
| Sensor and Camera Features | ||
| Brand | Sony | Sony |
| Megapixels | 24.2 | 24.2 |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor Format | 35mm | 35mm |
| SLR Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
| Crop Factor | 1.0x | 1.0x |
| AA Filter | Fixed | Fixed |
| Image Resolution | 6000 x 4000 (24.0 MP, 3:2) |
6000 x 4000 (24.0 MP, 3:2) |
| Body Image Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Native ISO | Min 100 – Max 51200 | Min 100 – Max 51200 |
| Full ISO Settings | Auto (ISO 100-12800, selectable lower limit and upper limit), 100 – 51200, expandable to 50 – 204800 | Auto (ISO 100-12800, selectable lower limit and upper limit), 100 – 51200, expandable to 50 – 204800 |
| Startup Time | 1.7 seconds | |
| AF System and Shooting | ||
| Auto Focus Type | Fast Hybrid AF (Phase-detect + Contrast-detect AF): 693 phase-detection AF points covering 93% of image area, 425 contrast AF points; Wide (693 points (phase-detection AF), 425 points (contrast-detection AF)) / Zone / Center / Flexible Spot (S/M/L) / Expanded Flexible Spot / Lock-on AF (Wide / Zone / Center / Flexible Spot (S/M/L) / Expanded Flexible Spot) | Fast Hybrid AF (Phase-detect + Contrast-detect AF): 693 phase-detection AF points covering 93% of image area, 425 contrast AF points; Wide (693 points (phase-detection AF), 425 points (contrast-detection AF)) / Zone / Center / Flexible Spot (S/M/L) / Expanded Flexible Spot / Lock-on AF (Wide / Zone / Center / Flexible Spot (S/M/L) / Expanded Flexible Spot) |
| Continuous Shooting Speed / Burst Mode | Auto (ISO 100-12800, selectable lower limit and upper limit), 100 – 51200, expandable to 50 – 204800 | Auto (ISO 100-12800, selectable lower limit and upper limit), 100 – 51200, expandable to 50 – 204800 |
| Shutter Speed Range | 1/8000 – 30 sec | 1/8000 – 30 sec |
| Bulb Mode | Yes | Yes |
| JPEG Buffer Size | 163 | |
| AW Buffer Size | 33 | |
| Screen/viewfinder | ||
| LCD | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| LCD Resolution | 921,600 dots (307,200 px) |
921,600 dots (307,200 px) |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
| Articulating Screen | Yes | Yes |
| Tilt Swivel Screen | No | No |
| Selfie Screen | No | No |
| Top Deck Display | No | No |
| Focus Peaking | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF / LCD | EVF / LCD |
| Viewfinder Type | EVF: 0.39-inch (1.00cm), 2359K-dot XGA color OLED, 100% coverage, 0.59x magnification, -4.0 to +3.0 diopter | EVF: 0.5-inch (1.30cm), 2359K-dot XGA color OLED, 100% coverage, 0.78x magnification, -4.0 to +3.0 diopter |
| Focus Peaking | Yes | Yes |
| Video Features | ||
| Video Resolution | 3840×2160 (30p/25p/24p) | 3840×2160 (30p/25p/24p) |
| Video File Format | XAVC S: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264; Audio: LPCM Stereo | XAVC S / AVCHD 2.0 / MP4; Audio: LPCM / Dolby Digital (AC-3) / MPEG-4 AAC-LC, stereo |
| Memory Card Type | MS PRO Duo / SD / SDHC / SDXC | MS PRO Duo / SD / SDHC / SDXC |
| Dual Card Slot | No | Yes |
| SD UHS Support | Slot1:SD UHS-II; 2:MS/SD UHS-I | |
| Microphone Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Headphone Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Flash and Internal Connections | ||
| Built-in Flash | No | No |
| Max Flash Sync Speed | 1/160 | 1/250 |
| Internal connections | USB-C (SuperSpeed USB 5Gbps, USB 3.2), Type-D Micro HDMI, Microphone and Headphone jacks | USB-C (USB 3.1 Gen 1), Multi-Terminal Micro USB (with remote support), Type-D Micro HDMI, Microphone and Headphone jacks |
| Connectivity | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Built-In GPS | No | No |
| USB Type | USB 2.0 High Speed,USB 3.0 Super Speed,Bluetooth,WiFi | USB 2.0 High Speed,USB 3.0 Super Speed,Bluetooth,WiFi |
| Physical | ||
| Battery Life (CIPA) | 610 shots | |
| Battery Types | NP-FZ100 Lithium-ion rechargeable | NP-FZ100 Lithium-ion rechargeable |
| Weight | 18.0 oz (509 g) includes batteries |
33.3 oz (945 g) includes batteries, kit lens |
| Size | 4.9 x 2.8 x 2.4 in. (124 x 71 x 60 mm) |
5.0 x 3.8 x 2.9 in. (127 x 96 x 74 mm) |
| Price | ||
| Price | Amazon | Amazon |
| Release Date | 2020-11-01 | 2018-04-10 |
Sony a7C body: $1,798 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.
Sony a7C with 28-60mm Lens: $2,098 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.
Sony FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6 Lens: $498 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.
Sony HVL-F28RM External Flash: $248 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.
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