Sony a7 IV Mirrorless Camera

Sony Alpha a7 IV Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera Body
Advanced Hybrid Imaging Platform – 33MP Full-Frame Exmor R Sensor, BIONZ XR Engine, 4K 60p 10-Bit Video, 759-Point Fast Hybrid AF & 5.5-Stop 5-Axis IBIS

The Sony Alpha a7 IV is an advanced full-frame hybrid mirrorless camera designed for professional photographers, filmmakers, and multimedia content creators. Powered by a 33MP Exmor R back-illuminated CMOS sensor and the flagship BIONZ XR processing engine, the a7 IV delivers dynamic range up to 15 stops, expanded ISO performance from 100 to 51,200, and rapid continuous shooting speeds up to 10 fps with full AF/AE tracking.

Built for high-end video workflows, the camera records internal UHD 4K at up to 60p in 10-bit 4:2:2, utilizing 7K oversampling across the full width of the sensor (at 24p/30p) or a 4.6K oversampled Super35 crop (at 60p). Video features include S-Cinetone, S-Log3, HLG (HDR), Focus Map depth visualization, AF Assist, and optical Focus Breathing Compensation with compatible E-mount lenses. The 759-point Fast Hybrid AF system features AI-driven Real-time Tracking and Real-time Eye AF for humans, animals, and birds in both photo and video modes. The weather-sealed chassis includes a 3.68m-dot OLED EVF, a 3.0-inch vari-angle touchscreen LCD, 5.5-stop 5-axis IBIS with Active Mode, dual card slots (CFexpress Type A and SD UHS-II), and UVC/UAC USB live streaming up to 4K.

Key Features & Performance Highlights

33MP Exmor R Sensor & BIONZ XR Engine: Combines high resolution, low-light sensitivity, and fast processing to capture up to 828 consecutive uncompressed RAW + JPEG frames at 10 fps.

Professional 4K 10-Bit Video Capture: Internal 4K 60p recording in 10-bit 4:2:2 with XAVC HS (H.265) and XAVC S-I (All-Intra) codecs, heat dissipation for extended clip lengths, and no recording limits.

AI-Powered Fast Hybrid AF: 759 phase-detection points covering 94% of the frame with Real-time Eye AF for humans, animals, and birds across photo and video recording.

Advanced Cinema Tools: Includes S-Cinetone color profile, Focus Map, AF Assist, and integrated Focus Breathing Compensation.

5.5-Stop IBIS & Active Stabilization Mode: 5-axis in-body optical image stabilization enhanced with digital Active IS for smooth handheld movie capture.

USB-C Live Streaming & Pro Interface: Native UVC/UAC webcam capabilities, full-size HDMI Type-A port, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, and a Multi Interface Shoe supporting digital audio input.

Technical Specifications

Camera Type: Full-Frame Mirrorless Digital Camera Body

Lens Mount System: Sony E Native (Full-Frame & APS-C Compatible)

Image Sensor: 33.0 Megapixel Full-Frame Back-Illuminated Exmor R CMOS

Image Processor: BIONZ XR

Dynamic Range: Approx. 15 Stops

ISO Sensitivity Range: Native ISO 100 to 51,200 (Expandable to ISO 50 to 204,800)

Continuous Shooting Speed: Up to 10 fps (Mechanical or Electronic Shutter with AF/AE)

Video Recording Formats: UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) up to 60p | Full HD (1920 x 1080) up to 120p

Video Sampling & Bit Depth: 10-Bit 4:2:2 / 4:2:0 Internal (XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I All-Intra up to 600 Mb/s)

Color Profiles: S-Cinetone, S-Log3, S-Gamut3, HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma), Creative Looks

In-Body Image Stabilization: 5-Axis Sensor-Shift System (Up to 5.5 Stops) with Active Mode

Autofocus System: 759 Phase-Detection Points (94% Frame Coverage) with Real-Time Eye AF & Subject Tracking

Viewfinder: 0.5″ 3,686,400-Dot Quad-VGA OLED EVF (0.78x Magnification, 120 fps Refresh)

Rear Display: 3.0″ 1,036,800-Dot Vari-Angle Articulating Touchscreen LCD

Storage Media Slots: Dual Slots (Slot 1: CFexpress Type A / SD UHS-II | Slot 2: SD / SDHC / SDXC UHS-II)

Wired Interfaces: Full-Size HDMI (Type A), USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (Power Delivery/Tethering), Micro-USB, 3.5mm Mic Input, 3.5mm Headphone Jack

Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi (2.4 / 5 GHz), Bluetooth 5.0, UVC/UAC Live Streaming via USB

Battery System: NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion

Dimensions (W x H x D): Approx. 5.18 x 3.79 x 3.14 inches / 131.3 x 96.4 x 79.8 mm

Weight: Approx. 1.45 lb / 658 g (With Battery and Card)