Editor's Pick Best Autofocus VERIFIED
Sony
A7 IV
Sony · Cameras
The do-it-all hybrid full-frame: 33MP stills, 4K 60p video, and class-leading 759-point real-time autofocus.
4.5 100% recommend
9.0 score verified
ComparZone Score
9.0
Excellent
A category-leading hybrid all-rounder with the best autofocus here and excellent stills an…
$2,499
best of 3 sellers
Price · trend
▼ $275
33MP full-frame BSI CMOS
Sensor
Image Quality
759
AF Points
Autofocus
33 MP
Resolution
Image Quality
4K 60p (Super35), 4K 30p FF
Max Video
Video
Human, Animal, Bird
Subject Detection
Autofocus
Why it stands out
Best autofocus in the comparison
Best autofocus in the comparison
33MP balances detail and file size
33MP balances detail and file size
4K 60p is excellent but cropped
4K 60p is excellent but cropped
Dual slots and full HDMI suit
Dual slots and full HDMI suit pros
Category scores
marker = Cameras average
Performance profile
A7 IV Category avg
Decision snapshot
Best-in-class
Autofocus
Beats avg by
+0.1 pts
Confidence
96 %
Data sources
3
0%
Data quality0%
Spec coverage0%
RecommendPerformance1
Autofocus Points759
Image Quality5
Resolution33 MP
Sensor33MP full-frame BSI CMOS
ISO Range100–51,200
Dynamic Range15 stops
Stabilization5-axis IBIS, 5.5 stops
Video3
Video4K 60p crop
Internal Color10-bit 4:2:2
Max Video4K 60p (Super35), 4K 30p FF
Build4
Weight658 g
Card SlotsCFexpress A + SD
Battery (CIPA)580 shots
Weather SealingYes
Autofocus3
AF Points759
Subject DetectionHuman, Animal, Bird
Burst Rate10 fps
Price trend
$2,499▼ $275
low · $2,499high · $2,782
Review sentiment
4.5OUT OF 5
9.0
Expert review score
ComparZone editorial · /10
Pros & cons
Pros
- Class-leading 759-point real-time AF
- Balanced 33MP stills and 4K 60p video
- Dual card slots and full-size HDMI
- Huge native lens ecosystem
Cons
- 4K 60p incurs an APS-C crop
- Rolling shutter in fast pans
- Menu has a learning curve
F
Felix M. Verified
3 weeks ago
The AF never blinks
Shot a wedding and a wildlife trip on one body. Eye AF sticks to people and birds alike, and the 33MP files take heavy edits. The hybrid king.
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G
Grace W. Verified
1 months ago
Brilliant, mind the crop
Stills are flawless and video is great, but the 1.5x crop at 4K60 caught me out — plan your lenses for it. Menus took a weekend to learn.
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From the community
QIs it still worth buying?
Yes — it remains the most balanced hybrid full-frame at this price. Newer bodies beat it on burst speed, but few match its all-round versatility.
QCan it livestream as a webcam?
Yes — it works as a UVC/UAC webcam over USB-C at up to 4K 15p / FHD 60p with no capture card.
Frequently asked
Is the 4K 60p cropped?
Yes — 4K 60p uses a 1.5x Super35 crop. Full-frame oversampled 4K tops out at 30p with excellent detail.
Is it good for beginners?
It is very capable but the deep menus take time to learn. The autofocus, however, makes getting sharp shots easy from day one.
Does it have in-body stabilization?
Yes — 5-axis IBIS rated around 5.5 stops, effective for handheld stills and run-and-gun video.