Building off the sleek profile and full-frame sensor
combination of its first-generation predecessor, the silver Sony a7C
II offers improved resolution, autofocus, in-body image stabilization, and
video capabilities in the same compact, all-day, everyday form factor.
The Sony a7C II's advanced imaging system is powered by a 33MP full-frame Exmor
R CMOS sensor and the BIONZ XR processor, a combination capable of 10-bit 4K
imagery at up to 30 fps or a top continuous shooting rate of 10 fps with AF and
AE using either the mechanical or electronic shutter. The introduction of the
back-illuminated structure to the camera's sensor gives it a higher resolution
without sacrificing sensitivity. With an ISO range of 100-51200 that's
expandable to ISO 50-204800, the camera boasts low-light performance with
minimal noise and wide dynamic range.
Along with its powerful sensor and processor, the Sony a7C
brings a strong suite of video features to everyday content creators and
videographers. Record in 10-bit 4:2:2 using the advanced XAVC S-I format
for consistent performance and quality at bitrates up to 600 Mb/s.
Full-frame 4K recording is possible with frame rates up to 30p, up to 60p in 4K
with a Super35 crop, and full HD recording up to 120p, using full 1:1 pixel
readout without binning. The high-speed, 120 fps recording also enables
4x and 5x slow-motion movie recording with the frame rate set to either 30p or
24p. Slow & Quick (S&Q) mode allows shooters to capture 4K video
at specified steps between 1-60 fps and Full HD between 1-120 fps, depending on
the format. These settings will allow you to slow down action as well as speed
up a slow-moving scene. The S-Log3 and S-Gamut3.Cine gamma curves allow
for more than 15 stops of dynamic range and for increased post-production
flexibility, including matching video from other Sony Cinema Line cameras.
S-Cinetone can be used to deliver distinct colors and healthy-looking skin tone
rendering that is based on technology from the professional Cinema Line
cameras, such as the VENICE. This color profile offers natural mid-tones, soft
colors, and especially well-controlled highlights.
Creative Looks can be baked into the recorded footage to
create a specific mood during recording and minimize the need for
editing. User-created LUTs and presets can be set for accurately
monitoring footage or previewing a specific look during shooting and can be
applied to the camera's monitor, EVF, or HDMI output. The Sony a7C II's
AI processing unit brings a host of enhanced capabilities to the camera's
autofocus and image stabilization systems, ensuring smooth handling and clarity
no matter the shooting conditions. The camera's 759 phase detection points in
stills mode and 495 points in video mode, covering 94% of the image area, are
enhanced with AI-powered subject recognition performance and real-time
tracking. The AI processor also uses a new autoexposure algorithm, Human Pose
Estimation, to prioritize exposure areas for a 20% improvement in overall
exposure accuracy. The auto white balance also benefits from the improved AI
processor, aiding in difficult lighting conditions. Other autofocus features
include focus bracketing in up to 299 images with sequentially shifted focus
points, focus accuracy in low light down to EV -4.0, focus breathing
compensation, autofocus assist, focus mapping, and focus peaking during
autofocus.
Additionally, the AI Processing Unit recognizes and tracks
subjects when recording video, seamlessly auto-cropping to maintain the subject
in a prominent position in the frame and lending ease to otherwise difficult
camerawork. This tracking can be custom located within the frame and adjusted
for speed and sensitivity, all at the touch of a finger. Now offering
seven stops of shake compensation, the camera's pixel-level 5-axis optical
image stabilization system, which counters five different types of camera shake
encountered during handheld shooting of stills and video, is algorithmically
optimized for precision detection and control down to a single pixel. The AI
Processing Unit also improves communication between the body and the lens,
providing more stable framing before shooting. This allows users to confidently
use any lens, even adapted lenses, for critical imaging without encountering
blur from camera shake.
For stills-shooters, the a7C II offers a wide range of color
renderings and compressions for optimal image quality and storage management,
led by the introduction of the High Efficiency Image File (HEIF) format. Users
also have the choice between Compressed and Lossless Compressed options when
shooting raw. The AI Processing Unit also helps to achieve better exposure
results in Auto mode with applicable algorithmic adjustments made for skin
tone, backlit situations, and white balance. The same Creative Looks presets
available in video are also available when shooting stills, allowing
additionally for user-defined configurations with eight adjustable parameters.
For optimal viewing of stills when tethered to select monitors and televisions,
the a7C II now offers a stills-designed Hybrid Log-Gamma mode that delivers
accurate dynamic range in 10-bit HEIF format.
Sony FE 40mm F/2.5 G Lens
A comfortable focal length with an especially portable
design, the Sony FE 40mm f/2.5 G is a versatile prime; an ideal
single focal length option for a broad variety of situations. This lens's smart
build and sophisticated G Series optics mix with intuitive handling and the
sleek form factor to make it a go-to option for anything from street to
landscape to travel applications.
