Sony a7 IV Overview
Announced Oct 21, 2021
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33 megapixels | 3″ screen | Full frame sensor
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Quick specs
| Body type | SLR-style mirrorless |
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| Max resolution | 7008 x 4672 |
| Effective pixels | 33 megapixels |
| Sensor size | Full frame (35.6 x 23.8 mm) |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS |
| ISO | Auto, 100-51200 (expands to 50-204800) |
| Lens mount | Sony E |
| Focal length mult. | 1× |
| Articulated LCD | Fully articulated |
| Screen size | 3″ |
| Screen dots | 1,036,800 |
| Max shutter speed | 1/8000 sec |
| Format | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265 |
| Storage types | One CFexpress Type A/UHS-II SD, One UHS-II SD |
| USB | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 659 g (1.45 lb / 23.25 oz) |
| Dimensions | 131 x 96 x 80 mm (5.16 x 3.78 x 3.15″) |
| GPS | None |
Our review
The a7 IV is an all-round capable camera, supporting the photographer in almost any situation. Its video capabilities live up to a similar standard, making it a hugely flexible imaging tool. Its extreme levels of customization can be daunting but its powerful autofocus system means it can be a very simple camera to use.
Good for: Most photographic or video pursuits
Not so good for: Sports photography
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