Sony

Sony Alpha 7IV

A entry-level pick in the mirrorless + dslr cameras line-up, with 33 MP up front.

54/100
Mixed bag
Overall score · how we rate
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Why we rate it

  • Log recording
  • Phase detection AF
  • Eye AF
  • Above-average resolution
  • No stacked sensor
  • No global shutter
Score profile

Where the Sony Alpha 7IV wins and loses

Scored against the mirrorless + dslr cameras class
SensorVideoAutofocusStabilisati…Connectivity5447828282
Sensor
54
Video
47
Autofocus
82
Stabilisation
82
Connectivity
82
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Sensor

Sensor typeFull-Frame
Resolution33 MP

Video

Max video4
Max FPS10
Log recordingYes

Autofocus

Phase detection AFYes
Eye AFYes
Animal eye AFYes

Stabilisation

In-body stabilisationYes

Viewfinder and screen

Viewfinder typeElectronic

Connectivity

Wi-FiYes
BluetoothYes
USB-CYes
Head to head

Sony Alpha 7IV vs Sony Sony Alpha 7IV Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera

Highlighted cell = better in that row
SensorVideoAutofocusStabilisati…Connectivity
Sony Alpha 7IVSony Alpha 7IV Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera
 SonySony Alpha 7IVThis pageSonySony Alpha 7IV Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera
Overall score54 /10054 /100
Resolution33 MP33 MP
Sensor typeFull-FrameFull-Frame
Video max resolution44
Who it's for

Is the Sony Alpha 7IV 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 7IV worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 54/100 against other mirrorless + dslr cameras, a entry-level result where the class average is around 52.

What stands out on the Sony Alpha 7IV?

Its log recording stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.

How does it compare to the Nikon Z8 Digital Mirrorless Camera Body?

The Nikon Z8 Digital Mirrorless Camera Body scores 56/100 versus this one at 54/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.