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Short answer: buy the Sony a7 V if you want Sony’s newest full-frame hybrid with a partially stacked sensor, AI autofocus and 30fps shooting for events, wildlife and fast action; buy the a7 IV if you want a proven 33MP camera for photo and 4K video and would rather keep the price difference for a lens.
Price in Pakistan (live from our catalogue)
| Feature | Sony a7 IV | Sony a7 V |
|---|---|---|
| With 1 Year Warranty | PKR 480,000 | PKR 660,000 |
| Without warranty | PKR 465,000 | PKR 620,000 |
Specifications compared
| Feature | Sony a7 IV | Sony a7 V |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | 33MP full-frame Exmor R BSI CMOS | 33MP partially stacked Exmor RS |
| Processor | BIONZ XR | BIONZ XR2 with built-in AI unit |
| Autofocus | 759-point Fast Hybrid AF, Real-time Eye AF | 759-point PDAF, Real-time Tracking, AI subject recognition |
| Continuous shooting | Up to 10fps | Up to 30fps, Pre-Capture, Speed Boost |
| Video | 4K 60p 10-bit, S-Cinetone | 4K 60p 10-bit, S-Log3 and S-Cinetone |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis SteadyShot | 7.5-stop 5-axis |
| Viewfinder | 3.68m-dot EVF, 120fps | 3.68m-dot EVF, 120fps |
| Screen | 3″ vari-angle touchscreen | 3.2″ 4-axis multi-angle touchscreen |
| Card slots and ports | See product page | CFexpress Type A and SD, dual USB-C |
Specifications are taken from our product pages: Sony a7 IV and Sony a7 V.
Who should buy which?
Choose the Sony a7 V if…
- You shoot weddings, events, sport or wildlife and need the fastest autofocus and 30fps bursts.
- You want Pre-Capture so you do not miss the moment.
- You want the latest body that will stay current for years.
Choose the Sony a7 IV if…
- You want an excellent 33MP full-frame camera for portraits, travel and 4K video.
- You would rather spend the saving on a G Master lens, which often improves results more than a body upgrade.
- Your work does not need high-speed bursts.
Warranty options
Both cameras are listed with a 1 Year Warranty or without warranty, each with its own price. Read how to check a camera warranty before you buy, and ask us on WhatsApp who provides the warranty.