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Sony Alpha A7 IV vs Sony Alpha A7 III
Sony Alpha A7 IV
Camera summary
The Sony Alpha A7 IV, made by Sony, is a powerful SLR-style mirrorless camera. Announced on Oct. 21, 2021. This camera has a Max Boosted ISO of 204800. Well, that's what I call a night vision camera, its ISO will allow you to work practically in conditions were light is poor, practically darkness, way to go, especially if you enjoy night photography.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
5.0 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
3.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.9 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
3.7 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Sony Alpha A7 III, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Sony Alpha A7 III
Sensor
This camera has a BSI-CMOS sensor with a 33 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 759 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 3840 x 2160 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 600 shots per charge with the included NP-FZ100 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage.
Sony Alpha A7 III
Camera summary
The Sony Alpha A7 III, made by Sony, is a powerful SLR-style mirrorless camera. Announced on Feb. 27, 2018. This camera has a Max Boosted ISO of 204800. Well, that's what I call a night vision camera, its ISO will allow you to work practically in conditions were light is poor, practically darkness, way to go, especially if you enjoy night photography.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
3.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.9 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
3.7 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Sony Alpha A7 II, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Sony Alpha A7 II
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Sony Alpha A7 IV, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Sony Alpha A7 IV
Sensor
This camera has a BSI-CMOS sensor with a 24 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 693 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 3840 x 2160 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 610 shots per charge with the included NP-FZ100 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage.
Autofocus specs |
Sony Alpha A7 IV | Sony Alpha A7 III |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | Yes |
Yes |
| Af continuous | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Face detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Af multi area | Yes |
Yes |
| Af phase detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af selective | Yes |
Yes |
| Af single | Yes |
Yes |
| Af touch | Yes |
Yes |
| Af tracking | Yes |
Yes |
| Number of cross focus points | - | - |
| Number of focus points | 759 | 693 |
Connectivity |
Sony Alpha A7 IV | Sony Alpha A7 III |
| HDMI | Yes |
Yes |
| USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB PD supported) | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | Built-In | Built-In |
| DXO color depth | 25.4 | 25.0 |
| DXO dynamic range | 14.7 | 14.7 |
| DXO low light ISO | 3379.0 | 3730.0 |
| DXO overall score | 97.0 | 96.0 |
Exposure mode |
Sony Alpha A7 IV | Sony Alpha A7 III |
| AF area | No |
No |
| average | Yes |
Yes |
| Center weighted | Yes |
Yes |
| Multi segment | Yes |
Yes |
| partial | No |
No |
| spot | Yes |
Yes |
General |
Sony Alpha A7 IV | Sony Alpha A7 III |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | Oct. 21, 2021 | Feb. 27, 2018 |
| Body type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| brand | Sony | Sony |
| msrp | $2,098.00 | $1,298.00 |
| model | Sony Alpha A7 IV | Sony Alpha A7 III |
| Predecessor model | Sony Alpha A7 III | Sony Alpha A7 II |
| Successor model | Sony Alpha A7 IV | |
Lense |
Sony Alpha A7 IV | Sony Alpha A7 III |
| Focal length multiplier | 1x | 1x |
| Lens mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Manual focus | Yes |
Yes |
| Macro focus range | - | - |
| Number of lenses | 284 | 284 |
Other features |
Sony Alpha A7 IV | Sony Alpha A7 III |
| GPS | - | - |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
| Storage slots | 2 | 2 |
| Storage type | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Sony Alpha A7 IV | Sony Alpha A7 III |
| AE bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
Yes |
| Built-in flash | No |
No |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
Yes |
| External flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Flash modes | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync. | no built-in flash |
| Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Image stabilization | Yes |
Yes |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 10.0 fps | 10.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 | 30 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
Yes |
| WB bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
Physical |
Sony Alpha A7 IV | Sony Alpha A7 III |
| Battery life | 600 shots | 610 shots |
| Battery model | NP-FZ100 | NP-FZ100 |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
No |
| Dust proof | No |
No |
| Environmental sealing | Yes |
Yes |
| Freeze proof | No |
No |
| Physical dimensions | 129 x 97 x 81mm | 127 x 96 x 74mm |
| Shock proof | No |
No |
| Water proof | No |
No |
| Weight | 659 grs | 650 grs |
Screen |
Sony Alpha A7 IV | Sony Alpha A7 III |
| Live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Screen resolution | - | 922 |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Fully articulated | Tilting |
| Touch screen | Yes |
Yes |
Sensor |
Sony Alpha A7 IV | Sony Alpha A7 III |
| Max boosted ISO | 204800 | 204800 |
| Max image resolution | 7008 x 4672 | 6000 x 4000 |
| Max native ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | Yes |
Yes |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 35.8 x 23.8 mm | 35.8 x 23.8 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 33 | 24 |
| Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Headphone port |
Sony Alpha A7 IV | Sony Alpha A7 III |
| Headphone port | Yes |
Yes |
| Max video resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Microphone port | Yes |
Yes |
| Video formats | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 |
| Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 600 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 500 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 300 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 250 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 240 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Viewfinder |
Sony Alpha A7 IV | Sony Alpha A7 III |
| viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | 2,360k dots |