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Sony A7C Guides & Resources

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Last updated: June 16, 2022 by Timothy Mayo

Welcome to my Sony a7C (ILCE-7C) guides and resources page. Here you will find the latest firmware version for the a7C, user guides, an overview, key specs, an accessory and memory card guide, FAQs and product images.

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If you are looking for further help and advice on the a7C or would simply like to share your photos and videos, then please head over to our friendly Sony a7C Forum. If you prefer Facebook then I also run the Sony a7C Shooters Group.

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Sony a7C eBook

If you would like a very helpful eBook for the a7C then I would highly recommend Sony Ambassador Mark Galer’s eBook.

Sony a7C Overview

The Sony a7C was announced on September 15th, 2020 and is the smallest and lightest 35mm full-frame mirrorless camera in the world.

The a7C is very similar to the Sony a7III but in a much smaller package.

Here’s what the a7III and the a7C share in common:

  • 24.2MP BSI CMOS full frame sensor
  • ISO 100-51200 (50-204800 extended)
  • 5-axis stabilization with 5.0 stops of compensation
  • 10fps continuous shooting
  • 4K video with full pixel readout
  • Menu layout and touchscreen
  • Microphone in and headphone out (3.5mm jack)
  • NP-FZ100 battery
  • Wifi / Bluetooth

This is where the similarities end.

The biggest difference besides the size is the autofocus system. The a7C has the latest version of Sony’s AI-trained subject recognition system which provides a number of different tracking options that will stick to your subject like glue. The AF in the a7III is good, just not quite so fast and sticky as the a7C.

One other difference worth mentioning is the shutter. The a7 III has a mechanical shutter with the option to use electronic first curtain and a silent full electronic mode. The a7C only has a mechanical return shutter, so it can only offer electronic first curtain or full electronic modes. The mechanical shutter of the a7C is also limited to 1/4000 compared to 1/8000 of the a7III, but using the full electronic mode it can be increased to 1/8000 sec.

Here’s a short introduction video from Sony:

The Sony a7C is certainly a very interesting camera. I expect it will appeal to Alpha Shooters who are looking for the smallest and lightest setup possible without sacrificing image quality.

DPReview awarded this camera their Silver Award and concluded their in-depth review with the following:

The Sony a7C is gives up very little in the way of features in order to achieve its small size. Its image quality is very good and its AF is excellent, but its small viewfinder takes away from the experience a little. Its video and menus aren’t as polished as its rivals but its size and battery life make for a powerful combination.

DPReview

I currently use the Sony a6400 for my travels when I want to keep things as small and as light as possible. Could I be tempted to swap my a6400 for the a7C?

I certainly have been tempted, very tempted indeed. The only thing stopping me right now is my bank manager!

Sony a7C Key Specs

  • 24.2 megapixel 35mm Exmor R CMOS sensor
  • Bionz X processor
  • ISO 100-51200 (extended 50 to ISO 204800)
  • ‘Real-time tracking’ AF system with human head, face, eye, and animal recognition
  • Oversampled 4K video at up to 30p, including 8-bit S-Log and HLG
  • Continuous bursts at up to 10 fps
  • Fully articulating 921k-dot touchscreen
  • 2.36M-dot EVF with 0.59x magnification
  • Mic and headphone sockets
  • Dual-band, 2.4 and 5Ghz Wi-Fi
  • NP-FZ100 battery, rated to 740 shots
  • 509 g / 17.95 oz with battery and memory card 

You can find the full Sony a7C details and specifications over on Sony’s product page.

Sony a7C FAQS

When was the Sony a7C announced?

The Sony a7C was announced on September 15th 2020 and released for shipment in October 2020.

What memory cards does the Sony a7C support?

The single memory card slow supports SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I/II compliant) memory cards.

Does the a7C have dual memory card slots?

No. There is only a single memory card slot. If you need dual slots then I’d recommend looking at the Sony a7III.

What battery does the Sony a7C use?

The Sony aC uses the Sony NP-FZ100 rechargeable battery.

Is the Sony a7C a full-frame camera?

Yes. Despite its very small size the Sony a7C is a full-frame 35-mm camera.

Is the Sony a7C waterproof?

Sony claim that the a7C is dust and moisture resistant, they don’t claim that it is fully waterproof and you should therefore use a rain cover if using the camera in wet weather or very dusty environments.

How many megapixels is the Sony a7C?

The Sony a7C has a 24.2 megapixel sensor.

How many megapixels does the Sony a7C have in APS-C mode?

If you shoot the a7C in APS-C mode then the image is cropped to 10 megapixels (3936×2624 pixels) at a 3:2 ratio.

What is the weight of the Sony a7C?

509 g / 17.95 oz with battery and memory card. This makes it around 99 g / 3.49 oz lighter than the Sony a7III.

What does the a7C include in the box?

The body only includes: rechargeable battery NP-FZ100, AC adaptor, shoulder strap, body cap, accessory shoe cap, USB-A to USB-C cable (USB 3.2).

What is the a7C mechanical shutter fps?

The maximum fps (frames per second) for the mechanical shutter of the a7C is 10 fps.

What is the a7C electronic shutter fps?

The maximum fps (frames per second) for the electronic shutter of the a7C is 10 fps.

What is the maximum shutter speed of the a7C?

The maximum shutter speed is 1/8000 sec.

Is the Sony a7C a professional camera?

Yes. The a7C is a professional camera that sits in Sony’s Alpha Series of professional mirrorless cameras.

Sony a7C Product Images

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About Timothy Mayo

I love shooting wildlife the most but will happily point my camera at pretty much anything. I started Alpha Shooters in 2017 to share my own photographic journey and experiences shooting with Sony Alpha. The site has since evolved into a popular community and resource. You can find out more about my story here or follow me on Instagram if you wish. I also have a YouTube Channel but haven’t published much content over the past year due to spending more time changing smelly nappies and also launching our community forums. However, I do hope to get back to creating content again there soon!

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