Sony Alpha a7C II Body (Silver) (SKU ILCE7CM2S.CEC)

The Sony a7C II keeps the slim, travel-friendly look of the original a7C and adds more resolution, stronger autofocus, more effective in-body stabilization, and upgraded video features. It remains a compact, everyday full-frame camera that is easy to carry all day, but now with performance that better suits serious hybrid shooters.

33MP Exmor R CMOS Sensor and BIONZ XR Processor

The a7C II uses a 33MP full-frame Exmor R back-illuminated CMOS sensor paired with a BIONZ XR processor. This combination supports:

• 10-bit 4K video recording at up to 30 fps

• Continuous still shooting at up to 10 fps with full AF and AE, using either the mechanical or electronic shutter

The back-illuminated design boosts resolution without sacrificing sensitivity. With an ISO range of 100–51,200 (expandable to 50–204,800 for stills), the camera delivers strong low-light performance, minimal noise, and wide dynamic range.

Video Recording Features

Alongside its sensor and processor, the a7C II includes a robust video toolkit aimed at content creators and videographers:

• 10-bit 4:2:2 internal recording in XAVC S-I for high-quality, all-intra footage at bitrates up to 600 Mb/s

• Full-frame 4K up to 30p, 4K up to 60p with a Super 35 (APS-C) crop, and Full HD up to 120p using full 1:1 pixel readout without binning

• 120 fps capture in Full HD for 4x and 5x slow motion when played back at 30p or 24p

• Slow & Quick (S&Q) mode to shoot:

  • 4K at selected frame rates between 1–60 fps

  • Full HD at selected frame rates between 1–120 fps
    allowing slow-down or speed-up effects in-camera

• S-Log3 and S-Gamut3.Cine gamma options providing more than 15 stops of dynamic range and making it easier to match footage with other Sony Cinema Line cameras

• S-Cinetone picture profile for cinematic color, natural skin tones, gentle mid-tones, and well-controlled highlights, derived from Sony’s professional Cinema Line

• Creative Looks that can be baked into footage at recording time to quickly establish a mood and reduce grading work later

• Support for user LUTs and presets that can be applied to the camera’s LCD, EVF, or HDMI output for accurate monitoring and preview of a final look while shooting

AI-Powered Autofocus and Image Stabilization

The a7C II includes an AI Processing Unit that improves both autofocus and stabilization:

• 759 phase-detection points in stills mode and 495 points in video mode, covering about 94% of the image area

• AI-based subject recognition and real-time tracking for more stable, accurate focus on people, animals, and other subjects

• A new autoexposure algorithm based on Human Pose Estimation, improving exposure precision by prioritizing important parts of the scene and yielding about 20% better overall exposure accuracy

• Improved auto white balance performance in challenging or mixed lighting

Additional autofocus and assistance features include:

• Focus bracketing with up to 299 shots using sequentially shifted focus positions

• Reliable AF down to -4.0 EV in low-light scenes

• Focus breathing compensation with supported lenses

• Autofocus assist for smooth manual-style focus transitions

• Focus mapping and focus peaking that remain available while AF is active

Vlog-Friendly AI-Enhanced Framing

When recording video, the AI Processing Unit can:

• Recognize and track subjects in real time

• Automatically crop and adjust composition to keep the subject in a prominent position in the frame

You can customize where in the frame the subject should be maintained and adjust tracking speed and sensitivity using the touchscreen, making it easier to perform complex camera moves or work solo while vlogging.

Image Stabilization

The a7C II features:

• 5-axis in-body optical image stabilization (IBIS) optimized at the pixel level

• Up to 7 stops of shake compensation, correcting five types of camera movement during handheld stills and video

The improved algorithms and AI-assisted communication between camera and lens provide more stable framing even before you press the shutter. This allows confident use of any lens—including adapted lenses—for critical work without excessive blur from camera shake.

Advanced Rendering for Stills

For still photographers, the a7C II offers:

• Support for HEIF image format alongside JPEG and raw, balancing high quality with efficient file sizes

• Choice of Compressed and Lossless Compressed raw options

• Improved Auto mode exposure logic, with AI-driven adjustments for skin tones, backlit subjects, and white balance

The same Creative Looks used for video are available for stills, and can be customized with up to eight adjustable parameters. For the best viewing experience on compatible monitors and TVs, a stills-oriented Hybrid Log-Gamma mode outputs 10-bit HEIF images with accurate dynamic range.

Body Design and Connectivity

• A front command dial adds extra direct control under your index finger, making it quicker to change key settings while shooting.

• UVC/UAC USB streaming support allows the camera to be used as a high-quality 4K webcam at 30 fps, with full-frame coverage, for live streaming or online broadcasting.

• Built-in Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n/ac) enables fast wireless communication over both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands for image transfer, online sharing, and remote control via mobile devices.

• 3.5 mm headphone and microphone ports allow better monitoring and control of audio during video recording.

• The 2.36M-dot OLED electronic viewfinder with 0.70x magnification provides a bright, clear eye-level view and includes a 120 fps mode for smoother tracking of moving subjects.

• A side-opening, vari-angle 3.0" 1.03M-dot LCD touchscreen supports high, low, and front-facing shooting positions, ideal for vlogging and self-recording.

• The camera uses the high-capacity NP-FZ100 battery and can also be powered via USB from a computer or mobile power bank, with in-camera charging supported.

• A magnesium alloy body with weather sealing provides a durable, dust- and moisture-resistant construction suited for challenging environments.

Package Includes

• Sony a7C II Mirrorless Camera (Silver)

• Sony NP-FZ100 rechargeable lithium-ion battery (2280 mAh)

• Sony ALC-B1EM body cap for E-mount cameras

• Shoulder strap

• Accessory shoe cap

Specifications

Imaging

• Lens mount: Sony E

• Sensor resolution:

  • Actual: 34.1 megapixels

  • Effective: 33 megapixels

• Sensor type: Full-frame CMOS, 35.9 x 23.9 mm

• Image stabilization: 5-axis sensor-shift IS

• Built-in ND filter: None

• Capture type: Stills and video

Exposure Control

• Shutter type: Mechanical focal-plane shutter and electronic shutter

• Shutter speeds:

  • Mechanical: 1/4000 to 30 seconds

  • Electronic: 1/8000 to 30 seconds, 1/8000 to 1 second in movie mode

  • Bulb mode: Supported

• ISO sensitivity (photo):

  • Manual: ISO 100–51,200 (expandable to 50–204,800)

  • Auto: ISO 100–12,800

• ISO sensitivity (video):

  • Manual: ISO 100–51,200 (expandable to 50–102,400)

  • Auto: ISO 100–12,800

• Exposure modes: Auto, Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual

• Exposure compensation: -5 to +5 EV in 1/3 or 1/2 EV steps

• Metering range: EV -3 to EV 20

• White balance: 2500–9900K with presets including AWB, Daylight, Cloudy, Shade, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Flash, Overcast, and Manual

Continuous Shooting and Stills

• Continuous shooting: Up to 10 fps for up to 44 raw frames or up to 1000 JPEG frames

• Image sizes (3:2):

  • 33 MP: 7008 x 4672

  • 14 MP: 4608 x 3072

  • 8.2 MP: 3504 x 2336

• Aspect ratio: 3:2

• Image file formats: HEIF, JPEG, RAW

• Bit depth: 14-bit

Video Capture

• Internal recording formats:

  • XAVC HS 4:2:2 / 4:2:0 10-bit

    • 3840 x 2160 at 23.98 / 50 / 59.94 fps (30–200 Mb/s)

  • XAVC S 4:2:2 / 4:2:0 8-/10-bit

    • 3840 x 2160 at 23.98 / 25 / 29.97 / 50 / 59.94 fps (60–200 Mb/s)

    • 1920 x 1080 at 23.98 / 25 / 29.97 / 50 / 59.94 / 100 / 120 fps (16–100 Mb/s)

  • XAVC S-I 4:2:2 10-bit (All-Intra)

    • 3840 x 2160 at 23.98 / 25 / 29.97 / 50 / 59.94 fps (240–600 Mb/s)

    • 1920 x 1080 at 23.98 / 25 / 29.97 / 50 / 59.94 fps (89–222 Mb/s)

• External recording via HDMI:

  • 4:2:2 8-/10-bit

  • UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98 / 25 / 29.97 / 50 / 59.94 fps

  • Full HD 1920 x 1080p at 23.98 / 50 / 59.94 fps

  • Full HD 1920 x 1080i at 50 / 59.94 fps

• Fast/slow motion: Supported

• Gamma curves: S-Cinetone, S-Log3

• Recording limit: No fixed time limit under normal conditions

• Broadcast system: NTSC/PAL selectable

• IP streaming (webcam/UVC/UAC):

  • 3840 x 2160 at 12.5p, 14.99p, 25p, 30p

  • 1920 x 1080 at 25p, 30p, 50p, 60p

  • 1280 x 720 at 25p, 30p

• Built-in microphone: Stereo

• Audio recording: 2-channel, 16-bit, 48 kHz LPCM

Interface and Storage

• Memory card slot: 1 x SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible)

• Video output: 1 x micro-HDMI output

• Audio:

  • 1 x 3.5 mm stereo microphone input

  • 1 x 3.5 mm stereo headphone output

• Power and data:

  • 1 x USB-C input/output

  • USB-C used for both power and data transfer

Wireless and App Support

• Wireless: 2.4 / 5 GHz Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Bluetooth 4.2

• Mobile app compatibility: Android and iOS (Creators’ App), supporting file access, remote control, and settings adjustment

• GPS: Supported via connected smartphone

Monitor and Viewfinder

• Rear display: 3.0" tilting touchscreen LCD

• Display resolution: 1,036,800 dots

• Viewfinder type: Built-in OLED electronic viewfinder

• Viewfinder size: 0.39 inch

• Viewfinder resolution: 2,359,296 dots

• Eye point: 22 mm

• Magnification: Approx. 0.7x

• Diopter adjustment: -4 to +3

Focus System

• Focus types: Autofocus and manual focus

• Focus modes: Single-servo AF, Continuous-servo AF, Manual Focus, subject tracking modes

• Autofocus points (photo): 759 points (phase and contrast detection)

• Autofocus points (video): 627 phase-detection points

• AF sensitivity: -4 to +20 EV

Flash and Lighting

• Built-in flash: None

• Maximum sync speed: 1/160 second

• Flash compensation: -3 to +3 EV in 1/3 or 1/2 EV steps

• Dedicated flash system: TTL

• External flash connection: Shoe mount

Environmental and Physical

• Material: Magnesium alloy construction

• Operating temperature: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)

• Dimensions (W x H x D): 4.9 x 2.8 x 2.5 inches (124 x 71.1 x 63.4 mm)

• Weight:

  • 1.1 lb / 514 g (with battery and memory card)

  • 15.1 oz / 429 g (body only)