Sony makes some great mirrorless cameras and the a7R IV is certainly one of them. It offers some amazing features such as in-body 5-axis stabilization, a fast AF system, high ISO, 10 frames per second continuous shooting, and a high-resolution full-frame sensor. The new camera also has an improved ergonomic grip, which makes it the best mirrorless camera for professionals.
The Sony A7 IV is in the same class of full frame camera as the Nikon Z 6II and the Canon EOS R6. In many ways, each of these cameras are very similar. However, the Sony A7 IV stands out as the best option for photography due to its higher resolution, 33 MP sensor. The Canon EOS R6’s sensor is “only” 20MP which can be a serious disadvantage for macro shooters. The Nikon Z 6II, on the other hand, has a 24.5 megapixel sensor and a lower price point – making it a more competitive camera when compared to the Sony A7 IV.
An all-arounder that pushes beyond basic, the Sony Alpha a7 IV does double duty with strong stills and video performance. An advanced hybrid mirrorless camera, the a7 IV has the resolution and AF performance that appeals to photographers along with robust 4K 60p video recording for filmmakers and content creators.
The Sony A7 IV benefits from a few notable design improvements over its predecessor. The body itself is more rugged and resistant to dust and water (according to Sony, that is; I didn’t dare bury it on the beach or dunk it in the English Channel to check).
Sony Alpha 7 IV Technical Specification
| Brand | Sony |
| Model Number | ILCE7M4/B |
| Compatible Mountings | Sony E |
| Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
| Auto Focus Technology | Contrast Detection |
| Effective Still Resolution | 33 |
| Photo Sensor Size | Full Frame (35mm) |
| Video Capture Resolution | 4320p |
Summary of Sony Alpha 7 IV Features
- BIONZ XR processing engine
- ISO 50 – 204,800
- 15-stop dynamic range
- Advanced AF (autofocus) capabilities from the flagship Alpha 1
- 10 fps with AF/AE tracking
- Shot Mark enables easy access to the marked scenes in a video clip, within the camera, and on Sony’s Catalyst Browse/Prepare applications
- Non-lossy compressed RAW file format
- Improved grip, improved control ergonomics, improved menu system
- Manual Focus with Focus Peaking
- Unlimited Video Recording
- Flip Screen Viewfinde
- Better Color
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Quality video and stills
- 4:2:2 10-bit internal
- Excellent AF
- Vari-angle touchscreen
Cons
- Super 35 crop in 4K at 60p
- Lower quality rear screen
- Increased price tag
- Potential overheating
