GH4vs A7C II
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GH4 (2014)
Starting from £349 new
Best for Video, independent filmmaking & documentary
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Video, Independent Filmmaking & Documentary — GH4 (2014): The world's first consumer 4K camera — the GH4 changed independent filmmaking and proved that broadcast-quality video didn't require a cinema camera budget.
Full-Frame Hybrid — A7C II (2023): Full-frame AI autofocus in the most compact body available — the best camera under £1,500 for hybrid shooters.
Who should buy what
GH4 (2014)
- Videographers and independent filmmakers who want the camera that started the consumer 4K era
- Content creators looking for a capable 4K body at the lowest entry price
- MFT system users who want the best video capability on a tight budget
- Photographers interested in camera history — the GH4 is a landmark piece
A7C II (2023)
- Travel photographers who want full-frame quality in the most compact body
- Hybrid shooters who need full-frame video and IBIS in a small package
- A7C owners looking for a significant AF and video upgrade
- Portrait and wedding photographers who want a discreet full-frame backup
Quick take: The a7c ii has the highest resolution at 33mp; the gh4 is the most affordable; only the gh4 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | GH4 (2014) | A7C II (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £349 | £1,499 |
| Sensor | 16.05MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 33MP Full-frame Exmor R BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 16.1MP | 33.0MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, C4K/24p (first consumer camera with 4K), 1080p/96fps | 4K/60p oversampled, S-Log3, 10-bit internal |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect DFD AF, face detection | 759-point phase-detect, AI subject recognition |
| Stabilisation | None (no body IBIS) | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 12fps (AFS), 7fps (AFC) | 10fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~500 shots (CIPA) | ~530 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 560g (with battery and card) | 514g body only |
| Dimensions | 133.2 × 93.4 × 83.0mm | 124.0 × 71.1 × 63.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, OLED 2.36M dots, 0.67× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.70× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Sony FE (full-frame E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual slots: SD UHS-II + CFexpress Type A |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi, NFC, 3.5mm mic jack, headphone jack, HDMI | USB-C (3.2), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | GH4 | A7C II |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Travel | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| Sports & Action | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Street | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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