Nikon D850 vs Sony A7C

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Nikon D850 vs Sony A7C

35mm 858.0mm²
45.7 megapixels
ISO 64 - 25,600

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35mm 847.3mm²
24.2 megapixels
ISO 100 - 51,200

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Differences

Nikon D850 advantages over Sony A7C

Lens selection
Excellent vs Good
Better lens selection gives you more options
Top deck display
Yes vs No
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
Higher max flash sync
1/250 vs 1/160 sec
Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
Higher-res screen
590k vs 307k pixels
More detail on the screen lets you judge focus and composition
More pixels
45.7 vs 24.2 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
Dual card slots
Yes vs No
Gives you more storage flexibility
Lacks anti-aliasing filter
No Filter vs Filter
Enjoy sharper photos

Sony A7C advantages over Nikon D850

Less expensive
$1898 vs $2497*
Save money for lenses or accessories
Tilt-swivel screen
Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Yes vs No
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
Bigger pixels
~ 5.93 vs 4.35 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
NFC
Yes vs No
Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
Longer video battery life
115 vs 70 minutes
Capture more video
On-sensor phase detect
Yes vs No
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
Thinner
59 mm vs 78 mm
Thinner
Newer
3 years vs 7 years old
Newer cameras often support more advanced features
Lighter weight
509g vs 915g
Lighter weight
Has anti-aliasing filter
Filter vs No Filter
Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
Higher extended ISO
204800 vs 102400 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

Focus peaking
Both provide
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
Eye-level viewfinder
Both provide
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
Shoot 4K video
Both provide
Make sure you have a fast computer
Touchscreen
Both provide
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
Built-in Wi-Fi
Both provide
Share your photos wirelessly
Built-in Bluetooth
Both provide
Always-on wireless connectivity
External Mic Jack
Both provide
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
HDMI out
Both provide
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
Hot shoe
Both provide
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
Headphone jack
Both provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
Bulb shutter
Both provide
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
Slow-motion videos
Both provide
Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

In-camera panoramas
Neither provide
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
Built-in GPS
Neither provide
Geotag your photos
Internal flash
Neither provide
Useful in a pinch for fill flash

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Review Excerpt

Class-leading resolution; Excellent dynamic range; Very good high ISO performance; Very fast AF and burst shooting; Durable weather-sealed body; Improved ergonomics; Touchscreen; Dual card slots; 4K video.
Live view/video mode still uses sluggish contrast-detect AF; Viewfinder only tests at ~98% coverage; No 4K at 60p; 30-minute video clip limit; Focus peaking not supported with 4K.
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We haven’t finished our review of the Sony A7C, but we have extensive sample photos and a hands-on report.
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The Competition

Compared to Canon 5DS R

Nikon D850

Canon 5DS R

$2664
35mm

Focus peaking
Shoot 4K video

$1729
35mm

Less expensive

Compare Nikon D850 vs Canon 5DS R

Sony A7C

Canon 5DS R

$1665
35mm

Tilt-swivel screen
Focus peaking

$1729
35mm

Less expensive
Lens selection

Compare Sony A7C vs Canon 5DS R

Compared to Sony A99 II

Nikon D850

Sony A99 II

$2664
35mm

Lens selection
Less expensive

$3198
35mm

Tilt-swivel screen
In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Nikon D850 vs Sony A99 II

Sony A7C

Sony A99 II

$1665
35mm

Less expensive
Bigger pixels

$3198
35mm

In-camera panoramas
Top deck display

Compare Sony A7C vs Sony A99 II

Compared to Pentax K-1 II

Nikon D850

Pentax K-1 II

$2664
35mm

Shoot 4K video
Touchscreen

$1747
35mm

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Nikon D850 vs Pentax K-1 II

Sony A7C

Pentax K-1 II

$1665
35mm

Tilt-swivel screen
Bigger pixels

$1747
35mm

Lens selection
High resolution composite

Compare Sony A7C vs Pentax K-1 II

Compared to Canon EOS RP

Nikon D850

Canon EOS RP

$2664
35mm

Focus peaking
Fast startup

$999
35mm

Less expensive
Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Nikon D850 vs Canon EOS RP

Sony A7C

Canon EOS RP

$1665
35mm

Focus peaking
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$999
35mm

More telephoto lens reach
Wider angle kit lens

Compare Sony A7C vs Canon EOS RP

Compared to Sigma fp

Nikon D850

Sigma fp

$2664
35mm

Eye-level viewfinder
Tiltable Screen

$1672
35mm

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Nikon D850 vs Sigma fp

Sony A7C

Sigma fp

$1665
35mm

Tilt-swivel screen
Eye-level viewfinder

$1672
35mm

Less expensive
Thinner

Compare Sony A7C vs Sigma fp

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