Panasonic
AG-CX370
CX-series flagship with 1-inch 15MP MOS, 20x zoom, 10-bit 4K, 12G-SDI, genlock in, 4ch audio, NDI|HX2, and V-Log/HLG.
$6,995
Launch priceReleased Jul 2025
Sony
Alpha 7 V
33MP partially stacked Exmor RS hybrid with BIONZ XR2 AI, 30fps blackout-free burst, 7.5-stop IBIS, and 4K 60p oversampled from 7K.
$2,899
Launch priceReleased Dec 2025
Alpha 7 V is 5 months newer.
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Wins
AG-CX370
Wins
Alpha 7 V
9 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7 V has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 225)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher Resolution (33 MP vs 15 MP)
- AAG-CX370 has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 95 frames)
- AAG-CX370 has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 3,686,400)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher Battery life (CIPA) (630 shots vs 520 shots)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareAG-CX370
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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Alpha 7 V
130 × 96 × 82 mm
695 g (1.53 lb / 24.52 oz)
AG-CX370 is 5mm shorter and 10mm thinner than Alpha 7 V but it is also 4mm wider.
AG-CX370 is 115 g lighter than Alpha 7 V.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm AG-CX370 · 82mm Alpha 7 V
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
AG-CX370
134 × 91 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 V
130 × 96 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
AG-CX370
134 × 72 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 V
130 × 82 mm
Sensor size, to scale
AG-CX370
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Alpha 7 V
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
3.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
AG-CX370: mount data unavailable
Alpha 7 V
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
AG-CX370
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 95 frames — higher is better
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 3,686,400 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds ProRes
Subject recognition
Adds Vehicle
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Weight
580 g vs 695 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7 V
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130.3, 96.4, 82.4
AF points / zones
759 vs 225 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Subject recognition
Adds Insect, Car, Train…
Resolution
33 MP vs 15 MP — higher is better
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A / SD UHS-II
Battery life (CIPA)
630 shots vs 520 shots — higher is better
AF frame coverage
94 % vs 90 % — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 51,200
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
AG-CX370
Pros
- ✓12G-SDI + genlock/timecode
- ✓4-channel independent audio inputs
- ✓NDI|HX2 IP streaming
- ✓V-Log / HLG HDR workflow
- ✓Three-ring manual lens control
Cons
- –Premium broadcast pricing
- –Large body vs HC-X2
- –NDI requires network setup
- –Successor premium over CX350
Alpha 7 V
Pros
- ✓33MP partially stacked sensor — ~4.5× faster readout than α7 IV
- ✓Blackout-free 30 fps with full AF/AE (electronic shutter)
- ✓7.5-stop central / 6.5-stop peripheral IBIS (CIPA 2024)
- ✓759-point phase-detect AF down to EV -4 with AI subject recognition
- ✓7K oversampled 4K 60p (full-frame, no pixel binning) + 4K 120p
- ✓Pre-Capture and dual USB-C (10 Gbps + USB 2.0)
- ✓Up to 16 stops dynamic range
Cons
- –Premium price vs α7 IV
- –4K 120p typically requires APS-C / Super 35 crop
- –Heavier than α7 IV (695 g vs 659 g with battery)
- –Complex menu and feature set
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, AG-CX370 or Alpha 7 V?
Alpha 7 V scores 8.0/10 versus 4.0/10 for AG-CX370 — 33MP — ample resolution for portraits.
What's the resolution difference between the AG-CX370 and Alpha 7 V?
AG-CX370 is 15 MP and Alpha 7 V is 33 MP, so the Alpha 7 V captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the AG-CX370 and Alpha 7 V have in-body image stabilization?
AG-CX370 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 7 V has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the AG-CX370 or the Alpha 7 V?
AG-CX370 reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 7 V reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the AG-CX370 and Alpha 7 V?
AG-CX370 weighs 580 g and Alpha 7 V weighs 695 g, so the AG-CX370 is 115 g lighter.
Do the AG-CX370 and Alpha 7 V record 4K video?
AG-CX370: 8K / 6K (max), 4K up to 120p. Alpha 7 V: 4K up to 120p.
Are the AG-CX370 and Alpha 7 V weather sealed?
AG-CX370: Yes. Alpha 7 V: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the AG-CX370 and 630 shots for the Alpha 7 V, giving the Alpha 7 V the edge.
How much does each cost?
AG-CX370 launched at $6,995 and Alpha 7 V at $2,899. The Alpha 7 V is $4,096 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic and Sony press materials.