Sony Alpha a7 IV Mirrorless Digital Camera

Sony Alpha 7 IV (A7 IV)

Unified Still and Video Performance

Key Features

Overview

The Sony A7 IV delivers unified performance combining professional photography and high-quality videography. This advanced hybrid mirrorless camera features a 33MP resolution and fast autofocus performance that appeals to photographers, along with 4K 60p video capabilities for filmmakers and content creators.

Sensor and Image Processor

33MP Exmor R BSI CMOS Sensor: The full-frame sensor features back-illuminated design that enhances high clarity, reduced noise, and vivid color reproduction. This design excels in low-light conditions with ISO 100-51200 sensitivity range and approximately 15 stops of dynamic range.

BIONZ XR Processor: The advanced processor provides fast image processing for continuous shooting, 4K video recording, and advanced AF tracking performance. Shooting speeds reach up to 10 fps with a buffer capacity of 828 uncompressed RAW+JPEG images when using CFexpress Type A cards.

Video Capabilities

4K 60p 10-bit Video: Using full sensor width with 7K oversampling, or 4.6K capture area with Super 35 crop for 60p recording.

Professional Features:

• XAVC HS (HEVC/H.265) and XAVC S-I (up to 600Mbps) codecs
• No recording time limit with improved heat dissipation
• S-Cinetone for natural colors and smooth skin tones
• S-Log3 for 15+ stops dynamic range
• HLG for HDR-ready recording

Autofocus System

Fast Hybrid AF: 759 phase-detection points covering 94% of the image area, with sensitivity down to -4 EV.

Advanced Features:

• Real-time Tracking with AI subject recognition
• Real-time Eye AF for humans, animals, and birds
• Focus Breathing Compensation
• Focus Map for depth visualization
• 7-step AF transition speed and 5-step subject shift sensitivity

Body Design and Connectivity

Display and Viewfinder: 3" vari-angle touchscreen LCD with 1.03M dots, and 3.68M-dot OLED EVF with 120fps refresh rate.

Ports:

• Full-size HDMI port
• USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 for charging and file transfer
• 3.5mm microphone and headphone jacks
• Multi-interface shoe for audio accessories

Image Stabilization

5-axis SteadyShot INSIDE stabilization effective up to 5.5 stops, with advanced features:

• Compensates for 5 types of camera shake
• Active IS mode for smoother video
• Compatible with all lenses including adapted ones

Streaming and Wireless

Live Streaming: Via USB-C at 4K 15p or FHD 60p with UVC/UAC support.

Wireless Connectivity:

• Dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4/5GHz)
• Bluetooth for constant connection
• Visual Story for cloud sharing
• Remote control via smartphone

Technical Specifications