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Sony Alpha 7C
24.20 Mpx, Full frame
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30 reviews
Perfect camera
The Sony Alpha 7C has exceeded my expectations in every respect. Its compact body fits perfectly in my pocket and is ideal for travelling. The autofocus is incredibly precise and the image stabilisation ensures sharp images, even in low light conditions. The battery life is also impressive. A success all round!
Pro
- compact
- autofocus
- Image stabilisation
- Battery performance
super compact full frame camera with excellent autofocus.
First of all: I didn't buy it here, but at my photo dealer, because I wanted to see the viewfinder live first (by the way, it's not more expensive than here, on the contrary). The A7C feels a bit worse in the hand than the comparably sized Alpha 6600 because of the smaller handgrip, and there are some negatives that should not go unmentioned. But... you buy this camera because of its unsurpassed compactness. There is no smaller full-frame system camera with a flip-swivel display and stabilized sensor. The even smaller Sigma FP has neither.
By the way, the 28-60mm kit lens is amazingly good and sharp. Kit lenses have a dubious reputation. With this one, you really can't complain at all.
Animal eye AF even with the advanced Flexible Spot and real-time tracking. A pleasant surprise. Most other Sonys can't do that.
Also, the sensitivity of the tracking is adjustable. This is not the case with the Sony APS-C cameras, for example.
Unfortunately, the viewfinder does not have a rubber eyecup. Therefore, there is too much stray light in sunshine and you can hardly see anything in the viewfinder. Fail.
My lens suggestions besides the FE 28-60 Kitzoom, which you should definitely buy:
FE 20 f1.8 G
FE 35 f1.8
FE 55 f1.8 ZA
FE 85 f1.8
Of course, the FE 35 f2.8 ZA, which has finally dropped in price, also fits the bill. For me, the f2.8 was too little. Since I prefer to take the FE 35 f1.8 which is rather cheaper.
If you want a telephoto zoom, the Sony FE 70-300 G fits very well. Or at best the new, much lighter Tamron 70-300 for E-mount.
Conclusion: If you're looking for a super-compact system camera with a full-frame sensor, you can't go past the A7C. It also fits compact lenses, but of course all E-mount lenses can be used.
Pro
- super compact for a full-frame camera
- first-class autofocus with real-time tracking
- animal-eye AF even with real-time tracking
- long battery life with NP-FZ100 battery
- something different with the silver colored top part
- UHS-II capable SD slot
- sensitivity of tracking adjustable like on the other full frame Sonys
Contra
- no joystick
- annoying swivel display
- no real touch display
- old Sony menu
- only one card slot
- only 1/4000s with the mechanical shutter
- mechanical shutter has a hard stroke
- no rubber eyecup
This review was created for a different variant: Alpha 7C Kit (28 - 60 mm, 24.20 Mpx, Full frame)
My first Sony
Perfect workmanship, simply great
This review was created for a different variant: Alpha 7C (24.20 Mpx, Full frame)
Powerful performance in a compact form
Pro
- Lightweight and compact
- excellent autofocus
Contra
- missing joystick
Best decision: compact, fast, top quality
My first conclusion after one week is quite positive. The camera including kit lens make a great figure. It is accurate in focus, fast and makes already without processing (JPEGs) very good photos (sharp, high-contrast, beautiful skin tones ...).
I already work with the a6500 and the Sony A7RII and actually wanted a successor to the a6500. Either the a6600 or the A7c. Thought about it for a long time and didn't regret the decision in favor of the A7c.
The nagging regarding viewfinder and the operating concept (menu navigation) I can not understand. I am a photographer and wearer of glasses and find the viewfinder absolutely okay. Surely there are better ones, but it is absolutely not unusable, as some people keep saying. Regarding menu navigation is also much too much grumbled. With "MyMenu" and the FN button, the camera can be perfectly adjusted to your needs. A camera has to help you take good pictures and is not a "gameboy" to constantly zap back and forth in the menus. I only need a few parameters for photo and video. Configured accordingly, this camera is extremely fun to use!Pro
- Accurate autofocus
- Compact design
- battery performance
- easy handling
- Tiltable display
- Super image quality
- Fast
Contra
- no "C" keys (Customized)
- no manual included
- no external charger
This review was created for a different variant: Alpha 7C Kit (28 - 60 mm, 24.20 Mpx, Full frame)
Top
Would buy it again immediately
Pro
- small
- easily
Contra
- a little too expensive
This review was created for a different variant: Alpha 7C Kit (28 - 60 mm, 24.20 Mpx, Full frame)
Changing from 7 III to 7 C? The best choice to make!
Pro
- its weight
- its reactivity
- its manufacturing quality
- its image quality
Contra
- 4k only in 30 tps
This review was created for a different variant: Alpha 7C (24.20 Mpx, Full frame)
Lightweight yet full frame
Pro
- Image quality (especially dynamic range and color depth)
- Enough settings (the missing front dial hardly bothers me)
- reduced to compactness in the right places (who needs a second SD card?)
- light (only the Sigma FP is lighter but no serious competition)
- compact
- can do Time Lapse
- can do Apperture Bracketing with 2 or 3 f-stops distance
- menu is clear (is criticized much too strictly in tests)
- strong battery, almost overpowered
- IBIS works well (though Olympus is much better))
- Autofocus is fast and accurate in many situations (except for close-ups)
- feels good in the hand, cogs and buttons are in the right place
- great in combination with the 28-60mm
Contra
- Susceptible to dust on the sensor
- Lightweight lens longer than 60mm missing in the system
This review was created for a different variant: Alpha 7C Kit (28 - 60 mm, 24.20 Mpx, Full frame)
Still one of the best DSLRs available
I wanted a small, light DSLR that I could take on a walking tour and become the basis for a new system. I am not disappointed.
Even though the sensor is less capable that the latest Alpha 7s, it’s about half the price for the back. The software is very capable, especially for autofocus and dynamic range.
For serious photography the kit lens will become frustrating. 28-60 is versatile for street and landscape photography and it collapses to a really short package. I would love to go longer (70-90) for portraits, but the alternative lenses are much longer and weigh more than the camera.
I’ve bought a fixed length 85mm which is also light and inexpensive, and that travels with me in the backpack, and a 24-105 for more serious work … but that stays at home most of the time.Pro
- Compact and light
- Amazing image quality
Contra
- Kit lens is frustrating
This review was created for a different variant: Alpha 7C Kit (28 - 60 mm, 24.20 Mpx, Full frame)
Used camera
Again and again!
Pro
- Like new
- Fast delivery
Excellent performance
I switched from Sony Alpha 5n, nothing to compare, completely different worlds...
Pro
- Super fast autofocus
- Easy operations and Access to manual settings adjustment
- Small despite full frame
Contra
- White balance not always perfect in artificial light
This review was created for a different variant: Alpha 7C Kit (28 - 60 mm, 24.20 Mpx, Full frame)
Super camera for travelling
Pro
- Compact and lightweight
- Autofocus
- Picture quality
Contra
- Ergonomic compromises
- Viewfinder
Very nice Camera for almost every Purpose
Used it for Street Photography while Traveling and for Cinematic Videography, worked very well in both Scenarios
Pro
- 4k video
- Leicht
- Schönes Design
Contra
- Kein Touch Display
- Bei grossen Händen wahrscheinlich etwas unbequem
This review was created for a different variant: Alpha 7C (24.20 Mpx, Full frame)
Sony Alpha 7C
Pro
- light
- excellent colours
- battery life
Contra
- connection with smartphone not optimal
This review was created for a different variant: Alpha 7C (24.20 Mpx, Full frame)
Super camera
There is really nothing negative to report. The best system camera I've ever had!
Pro
- Very good quality
- Full-frame sensor
- Bright
This review was created for a different variant: Alpha 7C Kit (28 - 60 mm, 24.20 Mpx, Full frame)
Small and powerfull...almost better than the A7iii
Excellent choice for almost anything. The viewfinder is terrible but the screen makes up for it. As good as the A7III in photos and better in video. Shutter speed slightly slower but still great. recommended
Pro
- small
- Ecxellent photo and better video
- great handling
Contra
- terrible viewfinder
This review was created for a different variant: Alpha 7C (24.20 Mpx, Full frame)
Compact and very powerful
Pro
- Size
Contra
- Viewfinder
This review was created for a different variant: Alpha 7C Kit (28 - 60 mm, 24.20 Mpx, Full frame)
The most compact entry into full-frame
I read various things about this camera and first tested it in a specialist shop. I was thrilled after only a short time. Especially in the dark, this camera brings out everything that is currently technically possible. Of course, the big alpha series like the IV and the new V are even better, but look at the compact design.
Also ingenious are the new FE lenses that weigh between 150g and 180g and fit the camera perfectly.
My wish would be a lightweight FE zoom like the 24-105mm or the 24-240mm. Then I would be fully equipped for travelling.
As fixed focal lengths I can warmly recommend the various Zeiss lenses. You can do a lot of things right with them.
A great universal, for example, is the 24-70 f/4 OSS. As wide-angle lenses, the 20mm from Sony or the 18mm and 25mm Zeiss Batis would be a good recommendation. Above all, these are pleasantly light and therefore fit the camera well.
It is also possible to use the Sony APS-C lenses. However, the resolution of 10 megapixels is well enough if you don't want to order large posters.
All in all, I am really enthusiastic about this camera and can only warmly recommend it.Pro
- Lightweight and well suited for travel
- Enduring battery
- Good kit lens
- excellent image quality
- foldable display
- Compact design, real masterpiece
- Full format
- Fast from ISO 50 to ISO 204,800
- Lightweight FE lenses available in 24/40/50mm
- Use of Zeiss lenses possible
- Triggering possible with a fingertip on the screen
Contra
- Price
- Lens unfortunately only starts at 28mm instead of 24mm
This review was created for a different variant: Alpha 7C Kit (28 - 60 mm, 24.20 Mpx, Full frame)
Very good camera in general
Pro
- compact
- very good
- tilting screen on all sides
- nice design with that grey on top
- full frame
Contra
- the grip is not very comfortable with big lenses
- not many customizable buttons
- viewfinder a bit small
- old sony menu
This review was created for a different variant: Alpha 7C Kit (28 - 60 mm, 24.20 Mpx, Full frame)
Compact, light yet very capable full frame camera
Pro
- Compact
- Full frame image stabilisation
- Lots of tutorials and information on YouTube and web
Contra
- Small EVF but works for me ok
This review was created for a different variant: Alpha 7C Kit (28 - 60 mm, 24.20 Mpx, Full frame)
Light and perfect image quality
Pro
- image quality
- dark env performance
- light
This review was created for a different variant: Alpha 7C (24.20 Mpx, Full frame)
Excellent compact camera
Pro
- Compact
- Battery life
- Full frame
- Screen that swivels to the side
Contra
- We quickly have a lens bigger than the camera
This review was created for a different variant: Alpha 7C Kit (28 - 60 mm, 24.20 Mpx, Full frame)
Wolf in sheep's clothing!
Switched from Canon 80D and EOS R to A7C and that was the best decision!
The color management of the A7iii has kept me from buying a Sony and was therefore long with Canon.
But the A7C has the new Sony colors which are very appealing. Together with the top dynamic range, noise performance and autofocus a real powerhouse.
Per Sigma MC11 adapter, I can also continue to use my Canon lenses.
The small size of the camera is not a problem for me, the camera consists mainly only of lens (which can be held well) with a 24-70 f2.8 / 70-200 f2.8 :-)Pro
- Dynamic range
- ISO performance
- Small and light
- Image stabilizer
- Autofocus
- The new Sony colors
Contra
- Menu navigation
- Missing buttons
- Rattling of the camera strap loops
Compact full-frame
Exchanged my RX100 VII for this camera. Although bigger - photo quality is far superior while still good for travel. Nevertheless, it could benefit from more compact lenses. Looking forward that Sony is reviving its concept of NEX cameras.
Pro
- Compact
- Full format
Contra
- Old Sony menu system
- Size in megapixels is a bit low for 2020-2021
This review was created for a different variant: Alpha 7C Kit (28 - 60 mm, 24.20 Mpx, Full frame)
best camera for light user
Pro
- small
- light
- long battery
alpha
tip top camera
This review was created for a different variant: Alpha 7C Kit (28 - 60 mm, 24.20 Mpx, Full frame)
Am very satisfied
I can only recommend
Pro
- I am a big fan of the foldable display.
- Very compact design
- Extremely light
This review was created for a different variant: Alpha 7C (24.20 Mpx, Full frame)
Super compact full frame
Pro
- Compact
- Full frame
- Excellent sensor
- Good weight
- Well made
- 4k
- IBIS
- Sharp little kit lens
- Excellent battery
- Works well with a 50mm f2.5 G or Zeiss 55mm or 50mm Loxia
Contra
- Menu system is a bit weird but ok
- Could do with an extra custom button dial
- Could do with a dedicated shutter speed dial like a Fuji
- Small finder but ok
This review was created for a different variant: Alpha 7C Kit (28 - 60 mm, 24.20 Mpx, Full frame)
The best camera I never had
Why I don't buy it:
Too few custom buttons
Bad viewfinder
Too low display resolution
I often want to set the focus precisely through the viewfinder. With the resolution and the hard plastic thing in the eye, it's difficult.
If the 2.3 points would be improved it would be a positive purchase decision...
Edit:
1. yes I tried it, not parroted it. For 1700Fr it's not worth it to me even if the handiness is a big plus for a fullframe.
Maybe there's a more practical development.
2nd @keinApfel if you can't respect other opinions then just shut up 😉 .Pro
- Compact
- Modern AF
- Fullframe low light
Contra
- Operation
- Viewfinder, display
This review was created for a different variant: Alpha 7C Kit (28 - 60 mm, 24.20 Mpx, Full frame)
No upgrade option Sony A7R
Pro
- Fast delivery
- Free return shipping
Contra
- Not much more compact than Sony A7x
- Fewer features
- Image sensor same as A7iii (downgrade to R or 7vi)
- Quality viewfinder not up to date
- Viewfinder only advantageous for right-eyed use
- No set offer with high quality fixed lens
