Sony makes the sensors for most digital cameras on the market and straight from the source is the A7 IV’s newly developed 33-megapixel full-frame chip. Coupled with a generous resolution we get the usual robust build, 4K video and plenty of hands-on creative control thrown in.

Newly developed 33-megapixel full-frame sensor, Usual robust build, 4K video and plenty of hands-on creative control thrown in, High quality, semi pro-level mirrorless camera

Isn’t actually all that compact, Could be more lightweight, Not the most inconspicuous

The Sony A7 IV is the best hybrid mirrorless camera you can buy right now. A truly modern all-rounder that largely justifies its price tag, it packs class-leading autofocus, impressive image quality and powerful video features into one versatile body.

Impressive new 33MP sensor, Class-leading autofocus, Vari-angle screen, Powerful video features

Price hike from A7 III, 4K/60p video is heavily cropped, Rivals offer faster burst shooting

Equally suited for stills or video, with a great performance and handling extremely well, the Sony A7 IV has a lot going for it. Yes, it's the most expensive of its peers, by which are meant the full-frame options of up to 33MP, but it is a hybrid camera that does tackle both stills and video in the...

Excellent stills image quality, Smooth high-quality movie shooting, Bionz XR Processor, Dust and moisture resistance, 5 Axis SteadyShot, Human, animal or bird Eye/Face AF tracking, Low noise, 10fps shooting, Ergonomic control layout, High-quality manufacture

Very complex menus that are not always intuitive, Full manual online only

Sony’s mirrorless all-rounder is back and better than ever

Great all-round image quality, More user-friendly design, Superb autofocus tracking

Some video modes require a heavy frame crop, Can overheat despite new design

The a7 IV is an all-round capable camera, supporting the photographer in almost any situation. Its video capabilities live up to a similar standard, making it a hugely flexible imaging tool.

Most photographic or video pursuits

Sports photography

The A7 IV may be classified as the entry-level model in Sony’s full-frame lineup, but like its predecessors, will more than satisfy the majority of photographers, videographers and hybrid shooters.

The Sony A7 IV makes a solid upgrade on the A7 III. In fact, it’s one of those rare cameras that makes a significant enough jump to warrant upgrading from one generation to the next. All of our requests for the A7 IV have been granted apart from 4K 60p incurring a crop.

Good combination of speed and resolution, Vari-angle touchscreen, Excellent AF system

CFexpress Type A card required to get the full feature range, Video options could be clearer, Super 35 crop for 4K video at 60p

Updated: January 04, 2022 First introduced in October 2021 , Sony Alpha A7 IV is a 33.0MP Pro Mirrorless camera with a Full frame (35.8 x 23.8 mm ) sized BSI-CMOS sensor, built-in Image Stabilization, weather-sealed body, Fully articulated touch screen and Sony E lens mount.

Gyroscopic Stabilization, Lens Breathing Correction, Front Dial, Unlimited Video Recording (no 30min limit), Photo/Video Mode Switch, Anti-dust Shutter during Lens Change, Built-in Wireless (Wi-fi), Bluetooth Connectivity, 5-axis Image Stabilization, Articulating Screen, 4K at 60fps and FHD at...

This full-frame mirrorless camera features significant improvements over its predecessor, the Alpha 7 III, in almost all areas. The new 33-million-pixel back-illuminated CMOS Exmor R sensor and the latest BIONZ XR processor ensure brilliant image quality, while its articulating touchscreen makes it...

All of the Sony a7 IV’s improvements and new technology leads to overall better performance over the Sony a7 III. Some would argue it even bests the Sony a7S III in some regards. While not perfect in any specific area, the Sony a7 IV is more of a jack of all trades.