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Sony Alpha 7C vs Sony Alpha 7CR

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Overview
ReleasedOctober 2020September 2023
Image and sensor
Camera typeMirrorlessMirrorless
Sensor formatFull frameFull frame
Sensor typeBack-illuminated Exmor R CMOSBack-illuminated Exmor R CMOS
Sensor dimensions35.6 × 23.8 mm35.7 × 23.8 mm
Effective resolution24.2 MP61 MP
Largest image6000 × 40009504 × 6336
RAW recordingYesYes
Standard ISO range100–51200100–32000
Sensor detailApproximately 25.3 million total pixels; 3:2 sensor; anti-static coating and sensor-shift dust reductionApproximately 62.5 million total pixels; maker maximum movie effective resolution 50.8 MP; four- or sixteen-image pixel-shift capture requires assembly in dedicated computer software
Image formatsJPEG and compressed or uncompressed RAW (Sony ARW 2.3); 14-bit RAW output, reduced to 12-bit with compressed RAW in continuous, Bulb or long-exposure noise-reduction shooting; XAVC S moviesJPEG, HEIF and RAW (Sony ARW 5.0); 14-bit RAW output; compressed, lossless-compressed and uncompressed RAW options; XAVC S, XAVC S-I and XAVC HS movies
ISO detailStandard still-image and movie ISO 100–51200; still-image extension ISO 50–204800; movie extension reaches ISO 102400Standard still-image and movie ISO 100–32000; still-image extension ISO 50–102400
Image processorBIONZ XBIONZ XR and dedicated AI processing unit
Lens and shooting
Lens mountSony E-mountSony E-mount
StabilisationSensor shiftSensor shift
Maximum continuous burst10 fps8 fps
Lens detailInterchangeable E-mount; ILCE-7C is body only; ILCE-7CL kit includes the retractable FE 28–60 mm f/4–5.6 lens. The photo shows both body colours with this optional kit lens.Interchangeable E-mount; ILCE-7CR is supplied without a lens. The photo shows both body colours.
AutofocusFast Hybrid AF with 693 phase-detection and 425 contrast-detection points in full-frame stills; maker detection range EV -4 to 20 at ISO 100 with an f/2 lens; Real-time Tracking and human/animal Eye AF. Current Sony specifications include animal Eye AF in video.Fast Hybrid AF; up to 693 phase-detection points for stills or movies; EV -4 to 20 at ISO 100 with an f/2 lens; current maker subjects include automatic selection, humans, animals, birds, insects, cars, trains and aircraft
ShutterElectronic first-curtain mechanical shutter up to 1/4000 second; silent electronic shutter up to 1/8000 second; 30-second exposures and Bulb; flash sync 1/160 second with Sony flashElectronic first-curtain mechanical shutter up to 1/4000 second; silent electronic shutter up to 1/8000 second; 30-second exposures and Bulb; flash sync 1/160 second full-frame or 1/200 second APS-C with Sony flash
Burst detailUp to 10 fps Hi+ with AF/AE tracking, 8 fps Hi with live view, 6 fps Mid or 3 fps Lo; maker buffer approximately 223 fine JPEGs, 115 compressed RAW or 45 uncompressed RAW imagesUp to 8 fps Hi+; maker buffer approximately 36 compressed RAW, 16 lossless-compressed RAW or 14 uncompressed RAW images; up to 320 Fine JPEGs. Amateur Photographer found 8 fps requires compressed RAW without live view, and 6 fps with live view or lossless-compressed RAW.
Stabilisation detailFive-axis sensor-shift correction; maker claim 5 stops under CIPA pitch/yaw testing with the FE 50 mm f/1.4 ZA lens and long-exposure noise reduction offFive-axis sensor shift; maker claim 7 stops under CIPA pitch/yaw testing with the FE 50 mm f/1.2 GM lens and long-exposure noise reduction off; current maker movie modes include Dynamic Active and Active electronic correction
FlashNo built-in flash; Multi Interface Shoe supports compatible external flash; flash unavailable with electronic shutterNo built-in flash; Multi Interface Shoe supports compatible external flash
Exposure controls1200-zone evaluative metering; program, aperture priority, shutter priority and manual modes; exposure compensation ±5 EV, or ±3 EV using the dedicated dial1200-zone evaluative metering; exposure compensation ±5 EV
Video
Highest video resolution3840 × 2160 at 30 fps3840 × 2160 at 60 fps
Video detailInternal 3840 × 2160 at 30p/24p NTSC or 25p PAL in XAVC S up to 100 Mbps, 8-bit 4:2:0; Full HD up to 120p NTSC or 100p PAL. HDMI outputs 8-bit 4:2:2. Photography Blog identifies full-width 4K at 24p/25p and a crop at 30p. S-Log2/S-Log3, HLG, timecode, gamma display assist and S&Q features.Internal 3840 × 2160 up to 60p NTSC or 50p PAL, with 10-bit 4:2:2 options; 60p/50p narrows the angle of view by approximately 1.2×. Photography Blog identifies oversampled 4K 30p from approximately 6.2K in Super 35 mode. XAVC S-I 4K reaches 600 Mbps at 60p; Full HD up to 120p NTSC or 100p PAL. HDMI can output 3848 × 2168 16-bit RAW at up to 60p to a compatible external recorder. S-Log3, S-Cinetone, user LUT display and AI Auto Framing.
AudioBuilt-in stereo microphone; LPCM stereo recording; 3.5 mm microphone and headphone sockets; digital-audio Multi Interface Shoe supports compatible microphones and XLR adaptorBuilt-in stereo microphone; 3.5 mm microphone and headphone sockets; digital-audio Multi Interface Shoe; compatible accessories support four-channel 24-bit LPCM
Screen and viewfinder
ViewfinderElectronicElectronic
Screen size3″3″
Screen dots921,6001,036,800
TouchscreenYesYes
Tilting screenYesYes
Display detailSide-opening vari-angle LCD; opens approximately 176° and rotates approximately 270°; touch focus, tracking, shutter and touchpad operation, without touch menu navigationSide-opening vari-angle touchscreen; opens approximately 176° and rotates approximately 270°; touch menu operation
Viewfinder detail0.39-type XGA OLED; 2,359,296 dots; 100% coverage; approximately 0.59× magnification with a 50 mm lens at infinity; 60 or 120 fps refresh0.39-type XGA OLED; 2,359,296 dots; approximately 0.70× magnification with a 50 mm lens at infinity; 60 or 120 fps refresh
Connections and design
Wi-FiYesYes
BluetoothYesYes
Battery life (maker's claim)740 photographs530 photographs
Body weight424 g430 g
Release detailSony Hong Kong specifies retail availability from the beginning of October 2020. This is the original ILCE-7C, a separate compact family alongside Alpha 7 III.Sony Australia specifies retail availability from September 2023. Alpha 7CR is a higher-resolution compact model alongside Alpha 7C II. Current maker specifications include later-supported subject recognition and movie-stabilisation features.
Recording mediaOne SD slot supporting UHS-I and UHS-II SDHC/SDXC; Class 10 or higher for XAVC S, UHS Speed Class 3 for 100 Mbps recordingOne SD slot supporting UHS-I and UHS-II; no CFexpress support
PortsUSB-C (USB 3.2 at 5 Gbps), Micro HDMI Type D, 3.5 mm microphone and headphone sockets and digital-audio Multi Interface ShoeUSB-C (USB 3.2 at 5 Gbps), Micro HDMI Type D, 3.5 mm microphone and headphone sockets and digital-audio Multi Interface Shoe
Wireless connectionsWi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac at 2.4 and 5 GHz; Bluetooth 4.1; NFC; smartphone remote control and FTP transfer; 5 GHz availability varies by regionWi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac at 2.4 and 5 GHz; Bluetooth 4.2; no NFC; Creators’ App remote operation and image transfer
Battery life detailNP-FZ100; CIPA maker claim approximately 740 photographs using LCD or 680 using viewfinder; actual movie claim approximately 140 minutes using either displayNP-FZ100; current Sony CIPA claim approximately 530 photographs with LCD or 490 with viewfinder; actual movie claim approximately 100 minutes with LCD or 95 with viewfinder. Both launch-period reviews give lower 520/470-shot figures.
ChargingIn-camera USB charging and USB power supplyUSB-C in-camera charging and power supply with USB Power Delivery; maker specifies an 18 W or higher USB PD source and 3 A cable
DimensionsApproximately 124.0 × 71.1 × 59.7 mm; depth from grip to monitor 53.5 mmApproximately 124.0 × 71.1 × 63.4 mm; depth from grip to monitor 58.6 mm
Weight detailApproximately 424 g body only; 509 g with battery and memory card; both exclude lens. Photography Blog mislabels the loaded 509 g figure as body only; Sony's explicit split is used.Approximately 430 g body only; 515 g with battery and memory card; both exclude lens. Photography Blog gives 525 g labelled body only and Amateur Photographer gives 524 g; maker’s explicit figures are used.
MaterialsMagnesium-alloy monocoque construction; maker describes dust and moisture resistance without guaranteeing complete protectionMaker specifies recycled materials including SORPLAS in the body, depending on production timing
ColoursSilver/black or blackSilver/black or black
In the boxNP-FZ100 battery, AC adaptor, strap, body/shoe caps and USB-A to USB-C cable; kit additionally includes FE 28–60 mm lens and lens capsSony Australia confirms the GP-X2 extension grip is included; no lens

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