Sony
Sony Alpha 7 IV
A entry-level mirrorless + dslr camera for photographers and content creators, leading with 33 MP.
45/100
33 MPFull-frame4K
£1,645best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Above-average resolution
- Above-average max fps
- No stacked sensor
- No eye af
Score profile
Scored against the mirrorless + dslr cameras classWhere the Sony Alpha 7 IV wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Sensor
Sensor typeFull-frame
Resolution33 MP
Video
Max video4
Max FPS60
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowSony Alpha 7 IV vs Sony Sony Alpha 7S III
Sony Alpha 7 IVSony Alpha 7S III
| SonySony Alpha 7 IVThis page | SonySony Alpha 7S III | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45 /100 | 46 /100Better |
| Resolution | 33 MPBetter | 12.1 MP |
| Sensor type | Full-frame | Full-frame |
| Video max resolution | 4 | 4 |
Who it's for
Is the Sony Alpha 7 IV right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable mirrorless + dslr camera for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need stacked sensor, in which case a higher-tier mirrorless + dslr camera is the better call.
Enthusiast shooter
Shooting stills and video seriously, wants room to grow.
okay
Hybrid creator
Splits time between photos and video for content.
good
Beginner
Starting out and learning the ropes.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Sony Alpha 7 IV worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 45/100 against other mirrorless + dslr cameras, a entry-level result where the class average is around 52.
What stands out on the Sony Alpha 7 IV?
Its resolution stands out, and more is better here, so a higher figure is the stronger pick.
How does it compare to the Sony ZV-1F?
The Sony ZV-1F scores 46/100 versus this one at 45/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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