Sony A7 IV with 24-105mm f/4 G OSS Standard Zoom Lens

Key Features

• 33 MP Exmor R CMOS Sensor
• Still/Movie/S&Q Dial
• A side-opening 3.0 type touch-sensitive vari-angle monitor
• Digital Audio Interface via MI Shoe
• Bluetooth Auto Connect
• 4K 60p recording in Super35 readout without pixel binning
• Powerful Sensor and Processing Engine
• Flagship-Class Image Quality and Advanced AI based AF (Still)
• Hybrid Still and Movie Camera with Outstanding Operability and Reliability

Sony Alpha 7 IV boast its new 33 MP Exmor R CMOS image sensor coupled with the Bionz XR processor which is currently used in flagship models such as A7S mark III, Alpha 1, FX3, and FX6. This new sensor with improved colour reproduction accuracy and noise control gives photographers stunning and razor-sharp details in every shot. Another remarkable upgrade from A7 4 is the 120 FPS 3.68 million dot OLED quad VGA viewfinder. It gives a much detailed, smoother viewfinder image with minimal motion blur. New imaging experience, powerful live streaming functions, and evolved movie technology, All in Sony Alpha 7 IV.

Live Streaming

Many content creators will love the powerful live stream features of A7 IV. It offers a 4K 15p UVC/UAC streaming function with internal recording. It is capable of On-the-spot streaming and sharing of high-quality content. It functions as a webcam when connected to a computer or smartphone. No software installation is required. USB streaming option will pop up when the camera is connected to a computer via a USB Cable. The Audio is captured and transmitted by the camera, no separate tabletop microphone is needed. You can stream in FHD 30p/60p or 4K 15p. It also records to a memory card while simultaneously streaming to an external platform.

Enhanced Video Capabilities

The A7 Mark IV has 4K60P video recording an improvement on the 4K30P in the A7 Mark III. Featuring technology from the Sony A1 and Sony a 7S mark III the A7 mark IV delivers 10 bit 422 as well as S cinetone and creative look for minimal processing. The improved heat dissipation also taking technology from the A7S mark 3 allows over one-hour video recording at 4K60P. The focus breathing compensation compensates moving through the focus range and ensuring the field of view is maintained. like focus peaking and still, photography Sony introduces focus mapping for a video to assist focusing when using manual focus. The A7 Mark IV features the digital audio interface also used in A1 and a 7S Mark III which for video will give digital audio quality.

Auto-Focus System

The AF has been considerably improved for both stills and video with the inclusion of real-time eye-AF for both human and animal (featured in the A7S mark III) and also bird eye AF (featured in the Alpha 1) the A7 mark 4 is the first camera in the Sony line-up to be equipped with birds-eye AF for video usage. The Auto-Focus System features 759 Phase-detect AF points covering 94% of the frame. It also delivers improved AF speed of up to 30% faster than A7 III. AF Tracking is achievable up to f/22 aperture - great for use with extenders. The touch tracking and Touch Focus can now be controlled from Imaging Edge Mobile App.

Remarkable Physical Design

The A7 IV offers an exposure compensation dial situated on the right-hand side that can be fully customised. The camera has a full-size HDMI an improvement on the HDMI D connection with the A7 mark III. The external mic input is conveniently situated above where the vari screen folds out so that there is no physical conflict. The PASM dial above a secondary dial for shooting mode selection Offers a smoother workflow with easier selection no matter what mode you are shooting in. Compared to A7 Mark III, the ergonomic feel of A7 IV is much improved and it uses one cf express type A card or Dual SD.

Enhanced Bluetooth Connectivity

The A7 IV offers Bluetooth auto-connect. It maintains a continuous connection once connected. Your mobile device will even stay connected when the camera power is turned off. When paired with Sony's imaging edge mobile app you will have greater control over the camera including the size of the image you can send to your device also including raw image send.

Stills Mode

The Sony Alpha 7 IV features a 33 MP Exmor R CMOS sensor, improved colour accuracy, and noise control. It has 15 stops of dynamic range and 10 Bit HEIF files in either 4:2:2 or 4:2:0 colour sampling. Adjust flash power using a face detection AF system for optimal flash exposure. Control external flashes or wireless commander on MI shoe directly from the camera interface. It also features advanced external flash control.

With Sony FE 24-105mm F4 G OSS Standard Zoom Lens

Sony’s FE 24-105mm F4 G OSS lens delivers excellent corner-to-corner sharpness throughout the entirety of its zoom range, while also producing beautifully rendered bokeh at all focal lengths. The high image quality is made possible thanks to its advanced optical design featuring four aspherical lens elements, two of which are high precision AA (advanced aspherical) lenses. There are also three strategically located ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements that work in combination with the aforementioned aspherical lens elements to minimise chromatic aberration and ensure the ultimate resolution is captured. The lens also has Sony’s original Nano AR coating to minimise flare and ghosting, and utilises a circular aperture to ensure it delivers high quality bokeh that is consistent for all Sony’s G series.

Our expert's opinion

The Sony Alpha 7 IV sets the bar high in the mirrorless world. With its new 33 MP Exmor R sensor, this camera capture serious details in every shot. It is a hybrid still and movie camera with outstanding operability and reliability. The live stream is a real possibility with the A7 Mark IV connection from the USB C to a computer you have automatic live stream capabilities to use his webcam live stream via Sony's edge app directs into YouTube or Facebook or other popular platforms can be achieved at 4K15P or full HD 60P. The ergonomic feel of the camera is much improved on the A7 mark IV taking its design again from flagship models such as A1 and I 7S mark 3. If you are a content creator interested in streaming and sharing your content online, this camera is perfect for you.