Sony a7C vs Sony a99 II
This is a full comparison between the cameras Sony a7C and Sony a99 II. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Sony.
Sony a7C were released 2020 and Sony a99 II was released 2016. That is a 4 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Sony a7C | 2020 |
Sony a99 II | 2016 |
Type of camera
Sensors / crop factor
Both these cameras have the same sorts of sensor (called "Sony Full Frame") which means that if you compare these cameras side by side the lenses will also have the same experienced focal length. Since both cameras have a Full frame sensor there will be no crop factor.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Sony a7C | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Sony a99 II | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** 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)
Resolution
Sony a7C has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a99 II has 42 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 |
Sony a99 II |
42 MP
42177408 pixels 7952 x 5304 |
Sony a99 II has a 76 % larger resolution than Sony a7C. 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
Sony a7C has a larger ISO-range than Sony a99 II. Sony a7C has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Sony a99 II has 100 to 25600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Sony a7C | 100-51200 |
Sony a99 II | 100-25600 |
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 Sony a99 II
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 Sony a99 II can shoot up to 12 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Sony a7C | 10 |
Sony a99 II | 12 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Sony a7C and Sony a99 II 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 a99 II weighs 849 gr (equal to 1.87 lb) which is 67% heavier than Sony a7C and its 509 gr (or 1.12 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Sony a7C | 509 gr 1.12 lb |
Sony a99 II | 849 gr 1.87 lb |
Sony a7C vs Sony a99 II Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Sony a7C and Sony a99 II, 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 |
Sony a99 II |
Name | Sony a7C | Sony a99 II |
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Sony a7C |
Sony a99 II |
Release Year | 2020 | 2016 |
Release Date | 2020-09-15 | 2016-09-19 |
MSRP | 1799 USD | 3199 USD |
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Camera Type |
Sony a7C |
Sony a99 II |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | SLT |
Sensor |
Sony a7C |
Sony a99 II |
Sensor Size | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 7952 x 5304 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 42 MP |
Image Processor | BIONZ X | Bionz X |
Image |
Sony a7C |
Sony a99 II |
ISO Range | 100 - 51200 | 100 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 10 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift (5-axis)) |
Yes (Sensor-Shift (5-axis for stills and video)) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 5 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Sony a7C |
Sony a99 II |
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 Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 693 | 399 |
Lens Mount |
Sony E See Compatible Lenses |
Sony A 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 |
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 |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Sony a7C |
Sony a99 II |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 921600 | 1228800 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | WhiteMagic TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.59x | 0.78x |
Viewfinder Resolution | 2360000 | N/A |
Photography features |
Sony a7C |
Sony a99 II |
Frames per second | 10 fps | 12 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 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 | No |
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, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Sony a7C |
Sony a99 II |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 XAVC-S |
MPEG4 XAVC-S AVCHD |
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 |
Sony a99 II |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Sony a7C |
Sony a99 II |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac (dual-band) + Bluetooth + NFC) |
Yes Built-in (802.11/b/g/n with NFC) |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone or Bluetooth) | Yes (wired, wireless, or smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Sony a7C |
Sony a99 II |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-FZ100 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
NP-FM500H lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 740 shots | 490 shots |
Width | 124 mm | 143 mm |
Height | 71 mm | 104 mm |
Depth | 60 mm | 76 mm |
Weight | 509 gram | 849 gram |