Sony A7 IV Review
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Our editorial take on the Sony A7 IV
The Sony A7 IV positions itself as a versatile hybrid mirrorless camera, suitable for both photography and videography. Its full-frame 33.0 megapixel Exmor R CMOS sensor and BIONZ XR image processor provide a solid foundation for imaging, supported by 10 fps continuous shooting and an extended ISO range for stills. For video, the camera offers 4K 60p recording, 10-bit color depth, and a suite of log profiles including S-Cinetone, alongside unlimited recording time and a high maximum bitrate.
Key features for creators include 5-axis in-body image stabilization with 5.5 stops of compensation, a Fast Hybrid AF system with 759 phase-detection points, and subject detection for humans, animals, and birds. Storage is flexible with dual card slots supporting both SD UHS-II and CFexpress Type A. The inclusion of modern connectivity like USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C and a full-size HDMI port, along with USB streaming capabilities, enhances its utility as a production tool, although weather sealing is not fully guaranteed.
Overall, the A7 IV aims to be a comprehensive solution for creators prioritizing a balanced set of photo and video features within the mirrorless market. Its specifications indicate a serious contender for general-purpose professional and enthusiast use.
- Full-frame 33.0 MP sensor with BIONZ XR processor
- 4K 60p video with 10-bit color and multiple log profiles
- Effective 5-axis in-body image stabilization (5.5 stops)
- Advanced autofocus with broad subject detection at -4 EV low light
- Dual card slots supporting both SD UHS-II and CFexpress Type A
- Weather sealing not guaranteed to be 100% dust and moisture proof
- No internal raw video recording capability
- Rear screen resolution (1,036,800 dots) is lower than some competitors
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About this product
A do-it-all hybrid body for photo and video creators.
Specs
- Battery
- NP-FZ100, 2280 mAh, Approx. 520 Shots (CIPA)
- Weather Sealing
- Not guaranteed to be 100% dust and moisture proof
- Bit Depth
- 10-bit
- Raw Video
- No
- Log Profiles
- S-Cinetone, S-Log2, S-Log3, HLG, HLG1-3
- Internal Codecs
- XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I
- Max Frame Rate 4k
- 4K 60p
- Max Frame Rate Hd
- 1080p at 120 fps
- Max Video Bitrate
- 600 Mbps
- Max Recording Time
- Unlimited
- Max Video Resolution
- 4K UHD (3840x2160)
- Dynamic Range
- 15 stops
- Antidust System
- Yes (charge protection coating on optical filter, and image sensor shift mechanism)
- Flash Sync Speed
- 1/250 s (35 mm full frame), 1/320 s (APS-C)
- Still Image Bit Depth
- 14-Bit
- Usb Streaming Audio Format
- LPCM 2 ch (16 bit 48 kHz)
- Usb Streaming Video Format
- MJPEG, YUV420
- Usb Streaming Video Resolution
- 3840 x 2160 (15p / 12.5p)
- Viewfinder Frame Rate Selection
- STD 60 fps / HI 120 fps
- Sensor Size
- Full-frame (35.9 x 23.9 mm)
- Sensor Type
- Exmor R CMOS sensor
- Image Processor
- BIONZ XR
- Effective Megapixels
- 33.0 megapixels
- Launch Price Usd
- 2499.99
- Iso Range Video
- ISO 100-51200 (100 to 102400 Extended)
- Iso Range Stills
- ISO 100-51200 (50 to 204800 Extended)
- Continuous Shooting
- 10 fps
- Shutter Speed Electronic
- 1/8000 to 30 s
- Shutter Speed Mechanical
- 1/8000 to 30 s
- Viewfinder
- 1.3 cm (0.5 type) electronic viewfinder (Quad-VGA OLED), 3 686 400 dots, 0.78x magnification
- Rear Screen
- 2.95 inch (3.0-type) wide type TFT, 1 036 800 dots
- Touchscreen
- Yes
- Lens Mount
- Sony E
- Crop Factor
- 1x
- Usb
- USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, Multi/Micro-USB
- Hdmi
- Full-size HDMI A port
- Audio Io
- 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output, 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
- Wireless
- Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
- Card Slots
- SLOT1: Multi slot for SD (UHS-I/II compliant) memory card / CFexpress Type A card, SLOT2: Slot for SD (UHS-I/II compliant) memory card
- Ibis
- 5-axis, 5.5 stops
- Af Points
- 759 points (phase-detection AF) / 425 points (contrast-detection AF)
- Af System
- Fast Hybrid AF
- Af Low Light
- -4 EV
- Subject Detection
- Human, Animal, Bird
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