The Sony A7C R has been praised for its compact full‑frame design, but also criticized for its slow sensor readout and reliance on a physical shutter. In a recent wishlist, Edward Noble outlined how Sony could elevate the rumored A7C R II into a true creator’s tool — and his ideas have sparked early speculation across the Sony rumors community.
Edward Noble’s Wishlist for A7C R II
According to Noble, the biggest improvement would be swapping the current sensor for Sony’s 50MP stacked sensor (from the A1). This would eliminate rolling shutter issues, enable silent shooting, and deliver faster readout speeds. He also suggests a grip closer to the A9 III, while keeping the A7C’s compact form factor.
- New compact body (~470g)
- Deeper, contoured grip
- Removable 6m‑dot 0.85x EVF (~40g)
- 50MP stacked sensor (from A1)
- Electronic shutter only (no mechanical)
- 15fps compressed burst / 10fps lossless
- 75‑shot buffer
- 1/16,000s max shutter speed
- 1 CFexpress Type A slot + internal memory (128GB?)
- Pro AF system
- New tilt/flip screen (from A7R V / A1 II)
- 4K 60p 10‑bit open gate (no crop)
- Improved grip extension (flared + Arca Swiss)
- Front custom button (C5)
- Optional thumb grip (~5g)
Positioning in Sony’s Lineup
Noble argues that even with these upgrades, Sony could still position the A7C R II below the flagship A1 II, ensuring it doesn’t cannibalize sales. The A7C range has always been about portability, and a stacked sensor would make the successor a true hybrid between compact design and professional performance.
Editorial Insight
The wishlist highlights a growing demand for premium compact full‑frame cameras. If Sony delivers even part of this vision, the A7C R II could become a cult favorite among travel photographers, vloggers, and hybrid shooters. For more context, see our Sony E‑mount system guide and ongoing coverage of A7C R II rumors.
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