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Sony a7C vs Sony a6600 Comparison

The Sony a7C and Sony a6600 are two Sony mirrorless cameras with different target audiences. The Sony a7C is a compact, full-frame camera designed for travel and vlogging, while the Sony a6600 is a larger APS-C camera targeted toward more advanced photographers and videographers.

Design: The Sony a7C is significantly smaller and lighter than the a6600, making it a more portable option for travel and vlogging. It has a compact body with a 5-axis in-body image stabilization (IBIS) system, a feature not found in the a6600. On the other hand, the a6600 has a more substantial grip and better weather sealing, making it better suited for outdoor photography.

Image Quality: Both the Sony a7C and Sony a6600 use Sony’s latest 24.2MP full-frame and 24.2MP APS-C image sensors, respectively. The a7C has a higher resolution full-frame sensor, and its larger image sensor provides better image quality, particularly in low light. The a6600 also produces great images, but its smaller APS-C sensor has a lower resolution and is not as capable as the a7C in low light.

Autofocus: Both cameras have Sony’s advanced autofocus system, with 425 phase-detection and 425 contrast-detection autofocus points on the a6600 and 759 phase-detection and 425 contrast-detection autofocus points on the a7C. The a7C’s autofocus system is faster and more accurate than the a6600 and is better suited for fast-moving subjects.

Continuous Shooting: The Sony a6600 has a higher constant shooting speed of 11 frames per second (fps) than the a7C’s ten fps. The a6600 also has a larger buffer, making it better for continuously shooting fast-moving subjects.

Video: Both cameras have excellent video capabilities, but the a7C has some advantages in this area. It has a fully articulating touchscreen, allowing easier vlogging and video recording. The a7C also has 4K video recording capabilities, while the a6600 is limited to 1080p. Additionally, the a7C has a higher-resolution viewfinder, which makes it easier to shoot video.

Battery Life: The Sony a6600 has a longer battery life than the a7C, with an estimated battery life of 720 shots compared to the a7C’s estimated battery life of 380 images. The a6600 also has a better battery grip option, making extending battery life on long shoots easier.

Key Specifications

Before we get into our more in-depth comparison of the Sony A6600 and Sony a7C, let’s glance at the primary characteristics of both cameras.

Sony A7c Key Specs

  • Announcement Date: 2020-09-14
  • 24MP – Full frame BSI-CMOS Sensor
  • ISO 100 – 51200 ( expands to 50 – 204800)
  • Sony E Mount
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 3.00″ Fully articulated Screen
  • 2360k Electronic dot viewfinder
  • 10.0fps continuous shooting
  • 4K (UHD) – 3840 x 2160 video resolution
  • 120fps High-Speed Video
  • Built-in Wireless
  • 509g. 124 x 71 x 60 mm
  • Weather Sealed Body

Sony A6600 Key Specs

  • Announcement Date: 2019-08-28
  • 24MP – APS-C CMOS Sensor
  • ISO 100 – 32000 ( expands to 102400)
  • Sony E Mount
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 3.00″ Tilting Screen
  • 2359k dot Electronic viewfinder
  • 11.0fps continuous shooting
  • 4K (UHD) – 3840 x 2160 video resolution
  • 120fps High-Speed Video
  • Built-in Wireless
  • 503g. 120 x 67 x 69 mm
  • Weather Sealed Body
  • Replaced Sony Alpha a6500

Let’s take a look at how the A7C stacks up against the flagship APS-C A6600 camera.

Sony a7C vs Sony a6600
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Check Price
Launched
Sep 15, 2020
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Aug 28, 2019
Body Type
Rangefinder-style mirrorless
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Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Build Material
Magnesium alloy
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Magnesium alloy
Lens Mount
Sony E-Mount
VS
Sony E-Mount
Sensor Type
BSI-CMOS
VS
CMOS
Mega Pixels
24 megapixels
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24 megapixels
Processor
BIONZ X
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BIONZ X
ISO
Auto, 100-51200 (expands to 50-204800)
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Auto, 100-32000 (expandable to 102400)
Image stabilization
Sensor-shift 5-axis
VS
5-axis
File format
JPEG (Exif v2.32)
Raw (Sony ARW, 14-bit)
VS
JPEG (Exif v2.3)
Raw (14-bit Sony ARW)
Focus Points
693
VS
425
Screen size
3″
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3″
Screen dots
921,600
VS
921,600
Touch screen
Yes
VS
Yes
Viewfinder
Electronic
VS
Electronic
Adjustable LCD
Fully articulated
VS
Tilting
Continuous Shooting
10.0 fps
VS
11.0 fps
RAW Support
Raw (Sony ARW, 14-bit)
VS
Raw (14-bit Sony ARW)
Video Record Limit
Unlimited
VS
Unlimited
Timelapse Recording
Yes
VS
Yes
Face Detection
Yes
VS
Yes
Eye Tracking Focus
Yes
VS
Yes
Selfie/Vlogger Friendly
Yes
VS
Yes
Wireless Connection
Yes
VS
Yes
Bluetooth Connection
Yes
VS
Yes
Built-in Flash
No
VS
Yes
External Flash
Yes (via hot shoe)
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Yes (via hot shoe)
Headphone Port
Yes
VS
Yes
Microphone Port
Yes
VS
Yes
Environmental Sealing
Yes
VS
Yes
AE Bracketing
Yes
VS
Yes
NFC Connection
Yes
VS
Yes
Smartphone Remote
Yes
VS
Yes
UHS Card Support
Yes
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No
Webcam Function
Yes
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Yes
Weight
509 g
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503 g
Battery Life
740
VS
810

If you’re hesitating between these two cameras, the difference in sensor size and pricing are the two most important considerations to bear in mind.

The A7C, with its full-frame sensor, is enticing, but the A6600’s low price allows you to purchase a second lens for less money. It’s also worth noting that I like the additional buttons on the APS-C camera, but some of you may prefer the multi-angle screen on the C model.

I’m also looking forward to seeing what the E-mount APS-C range has in store for the foreseeable future. Depending on how well the A7C does and whether or not Sony decides to introduce other products in the same form factor, the A7C might gradually replace mid-and high-end A6XXXX cameras. Only time will tell if this is true!

In conclusion, the Sony a7C and Sony a6600 are excellent cameras with different target audiences. The a7C is a compact, full-frame camera designed for travel and vlogging, while the a6600 is a larger APS-C camera targeted toward more advanced photographers and videographers. If you are looking for a more portable option with excellent image quality and advanced autofocus, the Sony a7C is a perfect choice. However, if you need a camera that is better suited for outdoor photography and has a higher continuous shooting speed and longer battery life, the Sony a6600 is a better option.

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