How To Choose Between Them
Compare the winners above against your own priorities. A lead in one category only matters if you use it.
Camera Comparison
Sony
Sony a7 IV vs Sony a7 III
Short AnswerThe Sony a7 IV and Sony a7 III split the spec sheet evenly, so the right pick depends on what you shoot.
By Jennifer K. Telfer · Updated · 1 Min Read
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Winner By Photographic Discipline
ResolutionSony a7 IV
Continuous ShootingTie
Image StabilizationSony a7 IV
Autofocus PointsSony a7 IV
Battery LifeSony a7 III
WeightSony a7 III
Launch PriceSony a7 III
Key Technical Performance Deltas
Resolution (MP)
A32.7
B24.2
Electronic Burst (fps)
A10
B10
Stabilization (Stops)
A5.5
B5
Battery (Shots)
A520
B710
Weight (g, Lower Is Lighter)
A658
B650
AF Points
A759
B693
Form Factor
131.3 × 96.4 × 79.8 mm
126.9 × 95.6 × 73.7 mm
Reasons To Choose Each
Choose Sony a7 IV If…
- Higher resolution (32.7 MP vs 24.2 MP)
- Higher image stabilization (5.5 stops vs 5 stops)
- Higher autofocus points (759 vs 693 )
Choose Sony a7 III If…
- Higher battery life (710 shots vs 520 shots)
- Lighter body (650 g vs 658 g)
- Costs less at launch ($1999 vs $2499)
Comprehensive Specification Table
| Spec | Sony a7 IV | Sony a7 III |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Format | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Megapixels | 32.7 MP | 24.2 MP |
| Sensor Type | BSI CMOS | BSI CMOS |
| Max Native ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
| Stabilization | 5.5 Stops | 5 Stops |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | 759 | 693 |
| Low-Light AF | -4 EV | -3 EV |
| Speed | ||
| Mechanical Burst | 10 fps | 10 fps |
| Electronic Burst | 10 fps | 10 fps |
| Fastest Mechanical Shutter | 1/8000 | 1/8000 |
| Viewfinder & Screen | ||
| Viewfinder | EVF | EVF |
| EVF Resolution | 3.69M | 2.36M |
| LCD Size | 3" | 3" |
| LCD Type | Vari-angle | Tilting |
| Video | ||
| Best Video | 4K 60p | 4K 30p |
| Internal Color | 10-bit 4:2:2 | 8-bit 4:2:0 |
| Log Profile | S-Log3 | S-Log3 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 658 g | 650 g |
| Card Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Battery (CIPA) | 520 Shots | 710 Shots |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Launch Price | 2499 | 1999 |
Amber marks the stronger value. Figures are manufacturer specifications.