Sony a7CR vs Sony a7C
This is a full comparison between the cameras Sony a7CR and Sony a7C. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Sony.
Sony a7CR were released 2023 and Sony a7C was released 2020. That is a 3 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Sony a7CR | 2023 |
Sony a7C | 2020 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
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 a7CR | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Sony a7C | 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 a7CR has a 60 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a7C has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Sony a7CR |
60 MP
60217344 pixels 9504 x 6336 |
Sony a7C |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Sony a7CR has a 151 % 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 a7CR. Sony a7C has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Sony a7CR has 100 to 32000.
Camera | ISO Range |
Sony a7CR | 100-32000 |
Sony a7C | 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 a7CR
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a7C
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Sony a7CR can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds and Sony a7C can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Sony a7CR | 8 |
Sony a7C | 10 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Sony a7CR and Sony a7C 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 a7CR weighs 515 gr (equal to 1.14 lb) which is 1% heavier than Sony a7C and its 509 gr (or 1.12 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Sony a7CR | 515 gr 1.14 lb |
Sony a7C | 509 gr 1.12 lb |
Sony a7CR vs Sony a7C Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Sony a7CR and Sony a7C, 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 a7CR |
Sony a7C |
Name | Sony a7CR | Sony a7C |
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Sony a7CR |
Sony a7C |
Release Year | 2023 | 2020 |
Release Date | 2023-08-29 | 2020-09-15 |
MSRP | 2999 USD | 1799 USD |
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Camera Type |
Sony a7CR |
Sony a7C |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Sony a7CR |
Sony a7C |
Sensor Size | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Resolution | 9504 x 6336 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 60 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | BIONZ XR | BIONZ X |
Image |
Sony a7CR |
Sony a7C |
ISO Range | 100 - 32000 | 100 - 51200 |
White Balance Presets | 9 | 7 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
Yes (Sensor-Shift (5-axis)) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 7 stops | 5 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Sony a7CR |
Sony a7C |
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 | 693 |
Lens Mount |
Sony E See Compatible Lenses |
Sony E 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 a7CR |
Sony a7C |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1030000 | 921600 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.7x | 0.59x |
Viewfinder Resolution | 2359296 | 2360000 |
Photography features |
Sony a7CR |
Sony a7C |
Frames per second | 8 fps | 10 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 Average |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Sony a7CR |
Sony a7C |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 H.265 XAVC-HS |
MPEG4 H.264 XAVC-S |
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 a7CR |
Sony a7C |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Sony a7CR |
Sony a7C |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac 2x2 MIMO + Bluetooth 5.0) |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac (dual-band) + Bluetooth + NFC) |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone) | Yes (via smartphone or Bluetooth) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Sony a7CR |
Sony a7C |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-FZ100 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
NP-FZ100 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 520 shots | 740 shots |
Width | 124 mm | 124 mm |
Height | 71 mm | 71 mm |
Depth | 63 mm | 60 mm |
Weight | 515 gram | 509 gram |