it is true! It is said that Sony will launch a new camera and new lens earlier, and now the answer is finally solved. Sony today announced the second generation of the A7C, the A7C II, together with the A7C R named “R”, which pushed the A7C series to another level, and the author couldn’t help but ask: “Sony, what are you doing? “
Iterative upgrade to improve operating experience
The A7C released in 2020 can be regarded as a compact model of the A7III, with a slim body and anti-mount design, it is suitable for hybrid models for photography and filming, and it is reasonable to iteratively upgrade after three years (it also brings “C” to the A7 IV. ” version). The appearance of the new machine is not much different from A7C, but the button layout has been improved. For example, the camera mode uses the upper dial, and it is placed under the PSAM mode dial, and the C1 button is placed next to the MENU button to use the new menu, so the actual operation In fact, it is much more convenient, and the weight of the fuselage is also similar, so you don’t have to worry about it being no longer light after the upgrade. Like the previous generation, the A7C II is available in two colors.
With stronger 7-level 5-axis optical shock
As the second generation, the A7C II embedded in the BIONZ XR uses a 33MP Exmor R photosensitive element, supports 759 phase focus points and 11fps continuous shooting, and the body has a stronger 7-level 5-axis optical anti-shake (A7C is 5-level 5-axis), ISO can be as high as 204,800, and some specifications are tied with A7 IV. In terms of video recording, the A7C II can record 10-bit 4:2:2, 7K oversampled 4K 30p video, and Super 35 format 4K 60p video (120p slow motion is FHD specification). Due to the built-in AI processor, A7C II also has functions such as AI video automatic framing and various object detection, and also has Active Mode, Creative Look, S-Cintone, LUT monitoring/log recording imported into LUT, Focus Map and Breathing compensation, etc. function, the video recording function of A7C II is also quite sufficient.
A7C R plays with high resolution
At the same time as the A7C II was unveiled, Sony brought another A7C-A7C R. Seeing the word R, it is estimated that everyone will know that this is a high-resolution version of the A7C II. Indeed, the A7C R uses a 61MP Exmor R sensor and supports 759 phase-focus points, so it can be regarded as a lightweight version of the A7R V. The body hardware design of this machine is the same as that of A7C II (that is to say, it only has a single card slot). In terms of specifications, it has a built-in 7-level 5-axis optical anti-vibration function, which can record full-frame 10-bit 4:2:2 4K 60p videos. There are also Active Mode, Creative Look, S-Cintone, etc. Due to the 61MP Exmor R photosensitive element, the A7C R has the Pixel Shift Multi Shooting function to synthesize ultra-high-pixel ultra-fine photos.
Pre-sale starts tomorrow
Here comes the price information that everyone is most concerned about. The price of the A7C II net body is $16,490, and the price of the 28-60mm lens kit is $18,990. The pre-sale will start from tomorrow (August 30th) to September 15th. You can pick up the goods as soon as September 27th, and you can get a Sony TOUGH SF-G64T SD card as a gift.
The A7C R is only sold with a net body, priced at $23,490, and it will also be available for pre-sale from tomorrow (August 30) to September 15. If you buy it during this period, you can pick it up on September 27 at the earliest. Receive a Sony TOUGH SF-G128T SD card. If you purchase this camera, you can purchase an additional FE PZ 16-35mm F4 G lens for $7,999, or an additional FE 40mm F2.5 G lens for $3,999, or an additional ECM-M1 shotgun microphone for $2,190.
Conclusion
Sony has launched two new A7C series models in one go, aiming at users who need Hybrid, but also need a light body and full-frame affection. Less redundant, I can’t help but say “Sony, are you doing side science?” It’s better to focus on turning the A7C series into a lightweight A7 series, and maintain the A7R series as a “traditional” mirrorless camera. Wouldn’t it be better?
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