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Sony a7C II Overview

The a7C II is a compact yet robust full-frame camera, designed for still and motion picture creators. Weighing only 0.429 kg, this versatile device is packed with cutting-edge technology and exceptional performance. It features a 33.0-effective-megapixel image sensor that supports 4K 60p/50p movie recording, as well as high-quality still photography, making it perfect for hybrid shooters.

33 Megapixel Full-Frame CMOS Sensor with Advanced BIONZ XR Engine

The a7C II offers impressive features, starting with a 33.0-megapixel full-frame Exmor R CMOS sensor, which delivers top-notch image quality for both stills and video. It has an advanced BIONZ XR processing engine that significantly outperforms its predecessor by minimising latency and boosting overall image quality. The camera's new AE algorithm provides consistently accurate exposure and colour, particularly in challenging lighting conditions, enhancing natural skin tones and the colour of the sky and foliage.

Realise Your Vision with Creative Look

The Creative Look feature includes 10 customisable presets to personalise your visual storytelling, allowing in-camera editing of various image parameters such as contrast and saturation. The camera also supports selectable RAW image sizes and quality, including a lossless compression option for maximum image fidelity.

Advanced 5-Axis and 7.0 Step Image Stabilisation

Regarding stabilisation, the a7C II features an advanced 5-axis and 7.0-step image stabilisation system, offering more stable handheld shooting for stills. Compatibility with over 70 E-mount lenses extends the range of creative possibilities, including options for breathtaking resolution and exquisite bokeh.

Outstanding 4K Movie Recording up to 60/50p

For filmmakers, the camera provides outstanding 4K movie recording at up to 60p/50p, featuring full pixel readout and no pixel binning. S-Cinetone technology ensures a cinematic look with natural mid-tones, soft colours, and beautiful highlights. Advanced 10-bit 4:2:2 video encoding simplifies post-production, offering more natural gradations.

The a7C II offers professional video features like Log recording with LUT previews, Active Mode image stabilisation for handheld shooting, and breathing compensation for consistent focus. Metadata embedded in the recorded footage significantly speeds up post-production workflows.

Stay Focused with Real-Time Tracking

The camera also features an advanced AI processing unit that supports subject recognition across various categories, including humans, animals, and inanimate objects. With Real-time Tracking and AI-based Auto Framing, the a7C II allows the photographer or videographer to focus more on composition. At the same time, the camera takes care of tracking and framing, even during remote operation via the Creators' App. Thus, the a7C II is an essential tool for creators requiring compact size without compromising on full-frame power.

Smarter, Faster Auto Focus

The a7C II camera offers a variety of advanced features aimed at both amateur and professional photographers. Its AF performance is highly optimised, thanks to the BIONZ XR engine and updated algorithms. The device utilises up to 759 phase-detection points that cover about 94% of the image area, offering speed and precision. The number of detection points can vary based on the shooting mode and lens type used. Moreover, the camera achieves accurate AF even in low EV -4.0 light conditions, courtesy of its latest algorithms. It also has a Focus Priority mode for more reliable AF in difficult lighting situations.

Continuous Still Shooting at up to 10 fps with AF/AE Tracking

Regarding shooting speed, the a7C II permits continuous shooting at up to 10 fps with AF/AE tracking, making it simpler to capture perfect moments, especially with moving subjects.

2.36 Million-Dot XGA OLED Electronic Viewfinder

The device is designed for ease of use, featuring a 2.36 million-dot XGA OLED electronic viewfinder that provides a high-resolution display. Intuitive touch controls allow quick access to shooting modes, while a stable grip ensures comfortable handheld shooting. Controls are streamlined for efficient operation, and including a vari-angle monitor further enhances shooting flexibility.

Durable Magnesium Alloy Body with Broad Connectivity

The camera's construction offers durability and resistance against dust and moisture, thanks to a magnesium alloy chassis and well-sealed buttons and dials. On the connectivity front, the a7C II ensures stable smartphone connectivity and offers the option of functioning as a 4K webcam, adding value to online meetings and live-streaming events. The Creators' Cloud platform supports creative work by integrating advanced Sony camera technology with cloud-based AI solutions.

Environmentally-Minded

Environmentally, the a7C II aligns with Sony's "Road to Zero" plan aimed at achieving a zero environmental footprint. The camera uses recyclable materials, including SORPLAS, thereby reducing environmental stress without compromising performance. Accessibility features such as a screen reader function are also incorporated, making the technology more inclusive. Overall, the a7C II is a robust, versatile, and environmentally-conscious choice for photography enthusiasts.

Sony 40mm f/2.5 G Lens

The Sony 40mm f/2.5 G lens is designed for users of all genres and is part of a new trilogy of Sony prime lenses for the next generation of Alpha cameras. It features a 7-blade aperture unit which achieves stunning results for both photography and videography. The lens boasts fast and consistent aperture values, resulting in excellent bokeh and high-resolution performance. Besides, the lens features an incredibly close focus distance, delivering great close-up images.

High resolution performance with beautiful bokeh

The Sony 40mm f/2.5 G lens employs aspherical and ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements which deliver sharp and detailed images with minimum aberrations. Besides, it effectively diminishes colour fringing and suppresses chromatic aberration.

Intuitive operability in a compact size

The 40mm F/2.5 features a focus hold button, aperture ring, aperture click switch, and focus mode switch, all in an incredibly compact size with only 0.173kg weight. The Linear Response Manual Focus ring enhances the lens' intuitive operability and design, giving you more control and a better user experience.

Outstanding autofocus performance

The 40mm F/2.5 is powered by two linear motors that provide fast, accurate autofocus and excellent AF tracking performance. When used in conjunction with an Alpha camera equipped with Real-time Tracking, autofocus tracking is maintained even with any instantaneous changes. Its responsive autofocus capabilities produce excellent results for both still photography and video production.

Quiet and low-vibration AF ideal for movie shooting

Aside from extremely fast and precise autofocus, the two linear motors produce very little noise, making the 40mm F/2.5 lens perfect for both still and video, where near-silent operation is essential. The user can also benefit from a deep-ribbed focus wheel with linear focus response and a deep-ribbed iris wheel when shooting stills or videos.

Superb build quality to withstand challenging environments

The 40mm F/2.5 has a sturdy construction that is meant to resist the rigours of everyday use. For maximum durability, it features a dust and weather-resistant design. Also, the exterior finish and lens hood are made of tough aluminium. The aperture ring indices, focal length markings, and the Sony logo on the hood are engraved, giving a finish with a sophisticated feel.

SONY a7C II  
   
IMAGING  
   
Lens Mount
Sony E
Sensor Resolution
Actual: 34.1 Megapixel
Effective: 33 Megapixel
Image Sensor
35.9 x 23.9 mm (Full-Frame) CMOS
Image Stabilization
Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis
Capture Type
Stills & Video
   
EXPOSURE CONTROL  
   
Shutter Type
Electronic Shutter, Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter
Shutter Speed
Mechanical Shutter
1/4000 to 30 Seconds
Electronic Shutter
1/8000 to 30 Seconds
1/8000 to 1 Second in Movie Mode
Bulb/Time Mode
Bulb Mode
ISO Sensitivity
Photo
100 to 51,200 in Manual Mode (Extended: 50 to 204,800)
100 to 12,800 in Auto Mode
Video
100 to 51,200 in Manual Mode (Extended: 50 to 102,400)
100 to 12,800 in Auto Mode
Exposure Modes
Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
Exposure Compensation
-5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
Metering Range
-3 to 20 EV
White Balance
2500 to 9900K
Presets: AWB, Cloudy, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Manual, Overcast, Shade, Tungsten
Continuous Shooting
Up to 10 fps for up to 44 Frames (Raw) / 1000 Frames (JPEG)
   
STILL IMAGE CAPTURE  
   
Image Sizes
03:02
33 MP (7008 x 4672)
14 MP (4608 x 3072)
8.2 MP (3504 x 2336)
Aspect Ratio
03:02
Image File Format
HEIF, JPEG, Raw
Bit Depth
14-Bit
   
VIDEO CAPTURE
 
   
Internal Recording Modes
XAVC HS 4:2:2/4:2:0 10-Bit
3840 x 2160 at 23.98/50/59.94 fps [30 to 200 Mb/s]
XAVC S 4:2:2/4:2:0 8/10-Bit
3840 x 2160 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [60 to 200 Mb/s]
1920 x 1080 at 23.98/25/29.97/59.94/100/120 fps [16 to 100 Mb/s]
XAVC S-I 4:2:2 10-Bit
3840 x 2160 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [240 to 600 Mb/s]
1920 x 1080 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [89 to 222 Mb/s]
External Recording Modes
4:2:2 8/10-Bit via HDMI
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/59.94 fps
HD (1920 x 1080p) at 23.98/50/59.94 fps
HD (1920 x 1080i) at 50/59.94 fps
Recording Sensor Crop
Crops by 1.2x in All Recording Modes
Fast-/Slow-Motion Support
Yes
Gamma Curve
S Cinetone, Sony S-Log 3
Recording Limit
Up to 120 Minutes in 4K
Broadcast Output
NTSC/PAL
IP Streaming
MJPEG, UVC/UAC
3840 x 2160 at 12.5p, 14.99p, 25p, 30p
1920 x 1080 at 25p, 30p, 50p, 60p
1280 x 720 at 25p, 30p
Built-In Microphone Type
Stereo
Audio Recording
2-Channel 16-Bit 48 kHz LPCM Audio
   
INTERFACE  
   
Media/Memory Card Slot
Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)
Video I/O
1 x Micro-HDMI (Unspecified Signal) Output
Audio I/O
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input on Camera Body
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output on Camera Body
Power I/O
1 x USB-C Input/Output
Other I/O
1 x USB-C Data Input/Output (Shared with Power Input)
Wireless
2.4 / 5 GHz Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Bluetooth 4.2 Video Output, Control
Mobile App Compatible
Yes: Android & iOS
  App Name: Creators' App
  Functionality: Access Stored Files, Adjust Settings, Remote Control
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.)
GPS
*Via Connected Smartphone
   
MONITOR  
   
Display Size
3"
Resolution
1,036,000 Dot
Display Type
Tilting Touchscreen LCD
   
VIEWFINDER  
   
Type
Built-In Electronic (OLED)
Size
0.39"
Resolution
2,360,000 Dot
Eye Point
22 mm
Magnification
Approx. 0.7x
Diopter Adjustment
-4 to +3
   
FOCUS  
   
Focus Type
Auto and Manual Focus
Focus Mode
Automatic, Direct Manual Focus
Autofocus Points
Photo
Contrast Detection, Phase Detection: 759
Video
Phase Detection: 627
Autofocus Sensitivity
-4 to +20 EV
   
FLASH  
   
Flash Modes
TTL Auto
Maximum Sync Speed
1/160 Second
Flash Compensation
-3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
External Flash Connection
Shoe Mount
   
GENERAL  
   
Battery Type
1 x NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion
Shoe Mount
1 x Intelligent Hot Shoe
Tripod Mounting Thread
1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
Material of Construction
Magnesium Alloy
Dimensions (W x H x D)
12.4 x 7.11 x 6.34 cm
Weight
0.514 kg (With Battery, Recording Media)
0.429kg (Body Only)
   
SONY FE 40mm F/2.5 G  
   
Maximum Aperture
f/2.5
Minimum Aperture
f/22
Lens Mount
Sony E
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Angle of View
57°
Minimum Focus Distance
9.8" / 25 cm
Maximum Magnification
0.23x
Optical Design
9 Elements in 9 Groups
Diaphragm Blades
7, Rounded
Focus Type
Autofocus
Filter Size
49 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)
6.8 x 4.5 cm
Weight
0.173 kg


* Specifications subject to change by the manufacturer without notice

  • Sony a7C II Mirrorless Camera
  • Sony NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (2280mAh)
  • Sony ALC-B1EM Body Cap for E-Mount Cameras
  • Shoulder Strap
  • Accessory Shoe Cap
  • Sony FE 40mm f/2.5 G Lens
  • Sony ALC-F49S 49mm Front Lens Cap
  • Sony ALC-R1EM Rear Lens Cap
  • Sony ALC-SH166 Lens Hood for FE 40mm f/2.5 G Lens and FE 50mm f/2.5 G Lens

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