Sony a7C II Mirrorless Full Frame Camera - Silver

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ILCE7CM2S
$3,176.00

Hybrid Enhanced Camera

The Sony A7CII Mirrorless Full Frame Camera is a hybrid powerhouse, refining its predecessor's slim profile alongside a full-frame sensor combo. Displaying a stylish silver exterior, it enhances resolution, autofocus, image stabilization, and video functions, all in the same compact, all-day form. Featuring the superb 33MP BSI sensor from the larger Sony a7 IV, this second-gen rangefinder-style camera excels in both stills and videos, appealing to a wide user range due to its impressive capabilities.

  • 33MP Full-Frame Exmor R BSI Sensor
  • BIONZ XR Image Processor
  • Shooting Up to 10 fps, ISO 50-204800
  • 10-Bit Full-Frame 4K30p Video

33.0MP Exmor R CMOS Sensor and BIONZ XR Processor

The Sony a7C II's advanced imaging system is powered by a 33MP full-frame Exmor R CMOS sensor and the BIONZ XR processor, a combination capable of 10-bit 4K imagery at up to 30 fps or a top continuous shooting rate of 10 fps with AF and AE using either the mechanical or electronic shutter. The introduction of the back-illuminated structure to the camera's sensor gives it a higher resolution without sacrificing sensitivity. With an ISO range of 100-51200 that's expandable to ISO 50-204800, the camera boasts low-light performance with minimal noise and a wide dynamic range.

AI-powered autofocus and Image Stabilisation

The Sony a7C II's AI processing unit brings a host of enhanced capabilities to the camera's autofocus and image stabilisation systems, ensuring smooth handling and clarity no matter the shooting conditions. The camera's 759 phase-detection points in stills mode and 495 points in video mode, covering 94% of the image area, are enhanced with AI-powered subject recognition performance and real-time tracking. The AI processor also uses a new autoexposure algorithm, Human Pose Estimation, to prioritise exposure areas for a 20% improvement in overall exposure accuracy. The auto white balance also benefits from the improved AI processor, aiding in difficult lighting conditions. Other autofocus features include focus bracketing in up to 299 images with sequentially shifted focus points, focus accuracy in low light down to EV -4.0, focus breathing compensation, autofocus assist, focus mapping, and focus peaking during autofocus.

Vlog-Friendly AI-Enhanced Framing

Additionally, the AI Processing Unit recognises and tracks subjects when recording video, seamlessly auto-cropping to maintain the subject in a prominent position in the frame and lending ease to otherwise difficult camerawork. This tracking can be custom-located within the frame and adjusted for speed and sensitivity, all at the touch of a finger.

Image Stabilization

Now offering seven stops of shake compensation, the camera's pixel-level 5-axis optical image stabilisation system, which counters five different types of camera shake encountered during handheld shooting of stills and video, is algorithmically optimised for precision detection and control down to a single pixel. The AI Processing Unit also improves communication between the body and the lens, providing more stable framing before shooting. This allows users to confidently use any lens, even adapted lenses, for critical imaging without encountering blur from camera shake.

Advanced Rendering

For stills shooters, the a7C II offers a wide range of colour renderings and compressions for optimal image quality and storage management, led by the introduction of the High-Efficiency Image File (HEIF) format. Users also have the choice between Compressed and Lossless Compressed options when shooting raw. The AI Processing Unit also helps to achieve better exposure results in Auto mode with applicable algorithmic adjustments made for skin tone, backlit situations, and white balance. The same Creative Looks presets available in the video are also available when shooting stills, allowing for user-defined configurations with eight adjustable parameters. For optimal viewing of stills when tethered to select monitors and televisions, the a7C II now offers a stills-designed Hybrid Log-Gamma mode that delivers accurate dynamic range in 10-bit HEIF format.

 

Key Features

33.0MP Exmor R CMOS Sensor: Back-illuminated structure provides high resolution without sacrificing sensitivity.

BIONZ XR Processor: Delivers up to 10 fps continuous shooting with full AF/AE tracking.

AI-Powered Autofocus: Features 759 phase-detection points for stills and 495 for video, enhanced with Human Pose Estimation for precision tracking.

7-Stop Image Stabilisation: Pixel-level 5-axis optical stabilisation ensures sharp handheld stills and smooth video.

Vlog-Friendly AI Framing: Automatically crops and tracks subjects during video recording to keep them prominent in the frame.

Applications

Travel Photography: The compact silver body paired with a 33MP full-frame sensor allows you to capture stunning, high-resolution landscapes and street portraits without carrying heavy gear.

Vlogging and Content Creation: Utilise the AI-enhanced framing and 10-bit 4K video capabilities to produce professional, perfectly exposed solo content.

Low-Light Shooting: Confidently shoot in difficult lighting using the expandable ISO up to 204800 and 7 stops of image stabilisation.

Specifications

  • Sensor: 33.0MP Full-Frame Exmor R CMOS
  • Processor: BIONZ XR with AI Processing Unit
  • Video Resolution: 10-bit 4K at up to 30 fps
  • Continuous Burst: Up to 10 fps with AF/AE
  • ISO Sensitivity: 100-51200 (Expandable to 50-204800)
  • Autofocus Points: 759 phase-detection (stills) / 495 (video)
  • Image Stabilisation: 5-axis optical, up to 7 stops
  • File Formats: HEIF, Compressed Raw, Lossless Compressed Raw

FAQs

1. What is the resolution of the Sony a7C II?

The camera features a 33.0MP full-frame Exmor R CMOS sensor for high-resolution stills and video.

2. Does the a7C II shoot 4K video?

Yes, it captures 10-bit 4K imagery at up to 30 fps.

3. How does the AI autofocus work?

The dedicated AI Processing Unit uses advanced algorithms, including Human Pose Estimation, to recognise and track subjects in real-time, improving overall exposure accuracy by 20%.

4. Is the camera suitable for handheld shooting?

Absolutely. It features a 5-axis optical image stabilisation system offering up to seven stops of shake compensation.

5. What file formats are supported for still images?

It supports standard JPEG, High-Efficiency Image File (HEIF) format, and both Compressed and Lossless Compressed Raw options.

6. Can the camera help with solo vlogging?

Yes, the AI-Enhanced Framing automatically tracks and crops to keep you prominently in the frame while recording video.

 

More Information
Best SellerNo
Camera SeriesSony Alpha
Pixels33 Megapixels
Video RecordingYes
Audio RecordingYes
Live ViewYes
Screen Coverage100%
BrandsSony
GTIN/UPC Code4548736154551
Cashback EnableNo
Focus TypeAuto and Manual Focus
Image Sensor Type / Format35mm Full Frame
Effective Pixels33 Megapixels
Wi-Fi EnabledYes
Product Weight1.000000
Height71.1mm
Product Width124mm
Product Depth63.4mm
Camera Body Weight 515 g
Memory Card TypeSD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)
Viewfinder Coverage100%
Display ScreenTilting Touchscreen LCD
Screen Resolution1,036,000 Dot
MicrophoneStereo
BatteryRechargeable Lithium-Ion
External Battery ChargerNo
HDR ModeNo
File FormatsHEIF, JPEG, Raw
Face DetectionNo
Autofocus Points759
ISO Sensitivity100 to 51,200
Panoroma ModeNo
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