Sony a7C vs Nikon Z fc
This is a full comparison between the cameras Sony a7C and Nikon Z fc. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Sony a7C is manufacturered by Sony but Nikon Z fc is from Nikon. Both Sony and Nikon are well known brands though.
Sony a7C were released 2020 and Nikon Z fc was released 2021. That is a 1 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Sony a7C | 2020 |
Nikon Z fc | 2021 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Sony a7C has a "Sony Full Frame"-sensor while Nikon Z fc has a "Nikon DX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Sony a7C | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Nikon Z fc | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Sony)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)
Resolution
Sony a7C has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon Z fc has 21 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Sony a7C |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Nikon Z fc |
21 MP
20668416 pixels 5568 x 3712 |
Sony a7C has a 16 % larger resolution than Nikon Z fc. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 100 to 51200.
Camera | ISO Range |
Sony a7C | 100-51200 |
Nikon Z fc | 100-51200 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a7C
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon Z fc
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Sony a7C can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds and Nikon Z fc can shoot up to 11 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Sony a7C | 10 |
Nikon Z fc | 11 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Sony a7C and Nikon Z fc can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Sony a7C weighs 509 gr (equal to 1.12 lb) which is 14% heavier than Nikon Z fc and its 445 gr (or 0.98 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Sony a7C | 509 gr 1.12 lb |
Nikon Z fc | 445 gr 0.98 lb |
Sony a7C vs Nikon Z fc Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Sony a7C and Nikon Z fc, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Sony a7C |
Nikon Z fc |
Name | Sony a7C | Nikon Z fc |
Manufacturer | Sony | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Sony a7C |
Nikon Z fc |
Release Year | 2020 | 2021 |
Release Date | 2020-09-15 | 2021-06-29 |
MSRP | 1799 USD | 959 USD |
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Camera Type |
Sony a7C |
Nikon Z fc |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Sony a7C |
Nikon Z fc |
Sensor Size | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 5568 x 3712 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 21 MP |
Image Processor | BIONZ X | EXPEED 6 |
Image |
Sony a7C |
Nikon Z fc |
ISO Range | 100 - 51200 | 100 - 51200 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 8 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift (5-axis)) |
No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 5 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Sony a7C |
Nikon Z fc |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 693 | 209 |
Lens Mount |
Sony E See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon Z See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
Full frame No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
DX / APS-C (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Sony a7C |
Nikon Z fc |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 921600 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.59x | 1.02× (0.68× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | 2360000 | 2360000 |
Photography features |
Sony a7C |
Nikon Z fc |
Frames per second | 10 fps | 11 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | No |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Sony a7C |
Nikon Z fc |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 XAVC-S |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Sony a7C |
Nikon Z fc |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Sony a7C |
Nikon Z fc |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac (dual-band) + Bluetooth + NFC) |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone or Bluetooth) | Yes (via smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Sony a7C |
Nikon Z fc |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-FZ100 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
EN-EL25 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 740 shots | 300 shots |
Width | 124 mm | 135 mm |
Height | 71 mm | 94 mm |
Depth | 60 mm | 44 mm |
Weight | 509 gram | 445 gram |