Sony A7 Mark IV Body Only
Design & Build
The Sony A7 IV is a full-frame mirrorless camera that blends professional performance with user-friendly design. Its magnesium alloy body is weather-sealed, offering durability and reliability for photographers and videographers working in diverse environments.
Sensor & Imaging
Equipped with a 33MP Exmor R CMOS sensor, the A7 IV delivers outstanding image quality with enhanced detail and dynamic range. The BIONZ XR processor ensures fast performance, improved color accuracy, and reduced noise across a wide ISO range.
Autofocus System
Featuring 759 phase-detection points, the autofocus system provides precise subject tracking and real-time Eye AF for humans, animals, and birds. This makes the A7 IV highly versatile for portrait, wildlife, and action photography.
Video Capabilities
The A7 IV supports 4K recording at up to 60p with 10-bit 4:2:2 color sampling, offering cinematic quality for professional video production. It includes S-Cinetone and S-Log3 profiles for advanced color grading, along with improved heat management for extended recording sessions.
Stabilization
The 5-axis in-body image stabilization system provides up to 5.5 stops of compensation, ensuring sharp handheld shots and smooth video footage. This feature enhances creative flexibility in low-light and dynamic shooting scenarios.
Connectivity & Workflow
The A7 IV offers dual card slots (CFexpress Type A and SD UHS-II), USB-C connectivity, and HDMI output for external recording. Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth enable seamless file transfer and remote shooting, while live streaming support caters to modern content creators.
Conclusion
The Sony A7 Mark IV Body Only is a versatile hybrid camera that excels in both still photography and video production. With its high-resolution sensor, advanced autofocus, and professional-grade video features, it stands as a powerful tool for creators seeking reliability and performance.
Sony A7 IV Specs...
Imaging
| Lens Mount |
Sony E |
| Sensor Type |
35.9 x 23.9 mm (Full-Frame) CMOS |
| Sensor Resolution |
Actual: 34.1 Megapixel
Effective: 33 Megapixel |
| Crop Factor |
None |
| Aspect Ratio |
1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9 |
| Image File Format |
JPEG, Raw, HEIF |
| Bit Depth |
14-Bit |
| Image Stabilization |
Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis |
Exposure Control
| ISO Sensitivity |
Auto, 100 to 51200 (Extended: 50 to 204800) |
| Shutter Speed |
1/8000 to 30 Second
Bulb Mode |
| Metering Method |
Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Multiple, Spot |
| Exposure Modes |
Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
| Exposure Compensation |
-5 to +5 EV (1/3 EV Steps) |
| Metering Range |
-3 to 20 EV |
| White Balance |
Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Color Temperature Filter, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Day White), Fluorescent (Daylight), Fluorescent (Warm White), Incandescent, Shade, Underwater |
| Continuous Shooting |
Up to 10 fps at 33 MP for up to 828 Frames (Raw) / Unlimited Frames (JPEG) |
| Interval Recording |
Yes |
| Self-Timer |
2/5/10-Second Delay |
Video
| Recording Modes |
H.265/XAVC HS 4:2:2 10-Bit
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/50p/59.94p [50 to 200 Mb/s]
H.265/XAVC HS 4:2:0 10-Bit
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/50p/59.94p [30 to 150 Mb/s]
H.264/XAVC S-I 4:2:2 10-Bit
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p [240 to 600 Mb/s]
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p [89 to 222 Mb/s]
XAVC S 4:2:2 10-Bit
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p [100 to 200 Mb/s]
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p [50 Mb/s]
XAVC S 4:2:0 8-Bit
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p [60 to 150 Mb/s]
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p/100p/119.88p [16 to 100 Mb/s] |
| External Recording Modes |
4:2:2 10-Bit
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/50p/59.94p
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 50i/59.94i
4:2:0 8-Bit
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/50p/59.94p
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 50i/59.94i |
| Recording Limit |
Unlimited |
| Video Encoding |
NTSC/PAL |
| Audio Recording |
Built-In Microphone (Stereo)
External Microphone Input (Stereo) |
| Audio File Format |
AAC, Linear PCM (Stereo) |
| Live Streaming |
Yes |
| Webcam Functionality |
Yes |
Focus
| Focus Type |
Auto and Manual Focus |
| Focus Mode |
Continuous-Servo AF (C), Direct Manual Focus (DMF), Manual Focus (M), Single-Servo AF (S) |
| Autofocus Points |
Phase Detection: 759
Contrast Detection: 425 |
| Autofocus Sensitivity |
-4 to +20 EV |
Viewfinder
| Viewfinder Type |
Electronic (OLED) |
| Viewfinder Size |
0.5" |
| Viewfinder Resolution |
3,680,000 Dot |
| Viewfinder Eye Point |
23 mm |
| Viewfinder Coverage |
100% |
| Viewfinder Magnification |
Approx. 0.78x |
| Diopter Adjustment |
-4 to +3 |
Monitor
| Size |
3.0" |
| Resolution |
1,036,800 Dot |
| Display Type |
Free-Angle Tilting Touchscreen LCD |
Flash
| Built-In Flash |
No |
| Flash Modes |
Auto, Fill Flash, Hi-Speed Sync, Off, Rear Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync |
| Maximum Sync Speed |
1/250 Second |
| Flash Compensation |
-3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) |
| Dedicated Flash System |
TTL |
| External Flash Connection |
Hot Shoe |
Interface
| Media/Memory Card Slot |
Slot 1: CFexpress Type A / SD (UHS-II)
Slot 2: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) |
| Connectivity |
HDMI A (Full Size), USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2), USB Micro-B (USB 2.0), 3.5mm Microphone, 3.5mm Headphone |
| Wireless |
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth |
| GPS |
No |
Environmental
| Operating Temperature |
32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C |
Physical
| Battery |
1 x NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 2280 mAh (Approx. 520 Shots) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) |
5.2 x 3.8 x 3.1" / 131.3 x 96.4 x 79.8 mm |
| Weight |
1.4 lb / 658 g |
