Sony A7 II review: specs and price
Sony A7 II
Why is Sony A7 II better than the average?
- Sensor size?
35.8 x 23.9mmvs259.9mm - Focus points?
117vs73.74 - Megapixels (main camera)?
24.3MPvs18.01MP - Maximum light sensitivity?
25600 ISOvs24608.99 ISO - Video recording (main camera)?
1080 x 60fpsvs43292.5fps - Noise?
2248 ISOvs1216.06 ISO - Image quality?
90vs71.41 - Fastest shutter speed?
1/8000svs1/3122s
Price comparison
Sony A7 II
Buy used:
$869.99
| Product | Store | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony Alpha a7 IIK E-mount interchangeabl...Sony Alpha a7 IIK E-mount interchangeable lens mirrorless camera with full frame sensor with 28-70mm Lens | $1,598.00 | |||
| Sony a7 II Full-Frame Alpha Mirrorless D...Sony a7 II Full-Frame Alpha Mirrorless Digital Camera a7II + 28-70mm Lens ILCE-7M2/K Filmmaker's Kit with DJI Ronin-SC 3-Axis Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer Bundle + Deco Photo Backpack + 64GB + Software | $1,648.00 | |||
| Sony a7 II Full-Frame Alpha Mirrorless D...Sony a7 II Full-Frame Alpha Mirrorless Digital Camera a7II ILCE-7M2/K with FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Lens Kit and Deco Gear Professional Photo Video Camera Case 2X Extra Battery Power Editing Bundle | $1,598.00 | |||
| Sony a7 II Full-Frame Alpha Mirrorless D...Sony a7 II Full-Frame Alpha Mirrorless Digital Camera 24MP a7II Body ILCE-7M2 Filmmaker's Kit with DJI Ronin-SC 3-Axis Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer Bundle + Deco Photo Backpack + 64GB Card + Software | $1,398.00 | |||
| Sony a7 II Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera ...Sony a7 II Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera Bundle with 28-70mm Lens, 128GB SDXC Card, Peak Design Strap, Gadget Bag, Accessory Rollup, Tripod, Screen Shield, Eyecup + More (10 Items) | Sony Alpha 7 II | $1,598.00 | |||
| Sony Alpha a7 II Mirrorless Digital Came...Sony Alpha a7 II Mirrorless Digital Camera with 28-70mm Lens, Gimbal Bundle with DJI Ronin-SC Pro Combo, Bag, 64GB SD Card, Extra Battery, and Accessories | $1,798.00 | |||
| Sony a7 II Full-Frame Alpha Mirrorless D...Sony a7 II Full-Frame Alpha Mirrorless Digital Camera 24MP (Black) Body Only a7II ILCE-7M2 with Deco Gear Professional Photo Video Camera and Lens Case 2X Extra Battery Power Editing Bundle | $1,398.00 | |||
| Sony Alpha A7 II Digital Camera & 28-70m...Sony Alpha A7 II Digital Camera & 28-70mm FE OSS Lens with 64GB Card + Backpack + Battery + Tripod + Tele/Wide Lens Kit | $1,628.00 | |||
| Sony Alpha a7 II Full-Frame Mirrorless D...Sony Alpha a7 II Full-Frame Mirrorless Digital Camera with FE 50mm f/1.8 Lens Bundle (6 Items) | $1,548.00 | |||
Design
1.Has a flip-out screen
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Flip-out screens can be useful for tricky shots.
2.weather-sealed (splashproof)
Sony A7 II
The device is protected with extra seals to prevent failures caused by dust, raindrops, and water splashes.
3.weight
474g
We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
With 100% coverage, you can compose the image correctly when you capture the photo. With less than full coverage, you may have to crop your photos afterward to get them looking perfect.
5.is dustproof and water-resistant
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The device is dustproof and water-resistant. Water-resistant devices can resist the penetration of water, such as powerful water jets, but not being submerged into water.
6.Has a hot shoe
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A hot shoe can be used to attach an external flash, as well as light meters, viewfinders, rangefinders and other attachments.
Optics
1.sensor size
35.8 x 23.9mm
The larger the sensor the more light the sensor captures yielding in better image quality.
The more focus points the more flexibility in picking which part of the scene to focus on. They also give the image sensor a better probability in identifying the right area of the scene to focus on in more automatic modes.
The number of megapixels determines the resolution of the images captured with the main camera. A higher megapixel count means that the camera is capable of capturing more details. However, the megapixel count is not the only important element determining the quality of an image.
4.maximum light sensitivity
25600 ISO
With a higher light sensitivity (ISO level), the sensor absorbs more light. This can be used to capture moving objects using a fast shutter speed, or to take images in low light without using a flash.
Fast continuous shooting is useful for catching action shots.
6.has AF tracking
Sony A7 II
With AF tracking, once you choose the subject and press the shutter release part way down, as the subject moves, the autofocus will follow it. No more out of focus shots.
Videography
1.video recording (main camera)
1080 x 60fps
The maximum resolution available for videos shot with the main camera. Although it may be possible to choose among other frame rates, those recordings usually have lower resolutions.
When recording movies they stay focussed and sharp.
3.has a 24p cinema mode
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24p is a video format (24 frames per second) traditionally used in cinema. Nowadays, it is used to create film-like motion characteristics.
4.supports AVCHD format
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AVCHD (Advanced Video Coding High Definition) is a file-based format for the digital recording and playback of high-definition video. It's a standard popular among professional cameras and camcorders.
Audio
1.has a microphone input
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A microphone port allows connecting external high-end or specialized microphones.
2.has a stereo microphone
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A stereo microphone allows to record audio files or movies in stereo without an external microphone.
3.has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
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With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.
Battery
1.Battery life (CIPA)
350shots
CIPA is an independent, standard measurement that determines how many shots a camera can take before the battery dies.
2.has a removable battery
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The battery is removable and can be replaced by the user if broken.
3.has a rechargeable battery
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The battery can be recharged and used over again.
4.has a battery level indicator
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An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
Features
1.noise
2248 ISO
The maximum ISO at which the device still captures excellent quality images. Source: DxOMark.
2.supports Wi-Fi
Sony A7 II
The device can connect to Wi-Fi.
A device's overall image quality score considers: color depth, dynamic range and low light performance. Source: DxOMark.
4.color depth
24.8bits
The better a device's color depth the more color nuances it can distinguish. Source: DxOMark.
5.Has a remote control
Sony A7 II
A remote control allows you to control the device remotely. The remote control can be included or optional.
6.dynamic range
14.2Evs
The better the dynamic range the system captures a wider number of values from dark to light leading to more details in low and highlights. Source: DxOMark.
Price comparison
Sony A7 II
Buy used:
$869.99
| Product | Store | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony Alpha a7 IIK E-mount interchangeabl...Sony Alpha a7 IIK E-mount interchangeable lens mirrorless camera with full frame sensor with 28-70mm Lens | $1,598.00 | |||
| Sony a7 II Full-Frame Alpha Mirrorless D...Sony a7 II Full-Frame Alpha Mirrorless Digital Camera a7II + 28-70mm Lens ILCE-7M2/K Filmmaker's Kit with DJI Ronin-SC 3-Axis Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer Bundle + Deco Photo Backpack + 64GB + Software | $1,648.00 | |||
| Sony a7 II Full-Frame Alpha Mirrorless D...Sony a7 II Full-Frame Alpha Mirrorless Digital Camera a7II ILCE-7M2/K with FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Lens Kit and Deco Gear Professional Photo Video Camera Case 2X Extra Battery Power Editing Bundle | $1,598.00 | |||
| Sony a7 II Full-Frame Alpha Mirrorless D...Sony a7 II Full-Frame Alpha Mirrorless Digital Camera 24MP a7II Body ILCE-7M2 Filmmaker's Kit with DJI Ronin-SC 3-Axis Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer Bundle + Deco Photo Backpack + 64GB Card + Software | $1,398.00 | |||
| Sony a7 II Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera ...Sony a7 II Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera Bundle with 28-70mm Lens, 128GB SDXC Card, Peak Design Strap, Gadget Bag, Accessory Rollup, Tripod, Screen Shield, Eyecup + More (10 Items) | Sony Alpha 7 II | $1,598.00 | |||
| Sony Alpha a7 II Mirrorless Digital Came...Sony Alpha a7 II Mirrorless Digital Camera with 28-70mm Lens, Gimbal Bundle with DJI Ronin-SC Pro Combo, Bag, 64GB SD Card, Extra Battery, and Accessories | $1,798.00 | |||
| Sony a7 II Full-Frame Alpha Mirrorless D...Sony a7 II Full-Frame Alpha Mirrorless Digital Camera 24MP (Black) Body Only a7II ILCE-7M2 with Deco Gear Professional Photo Video Camera and Lens Case 2X Extra Battery Power Editing Bundle | $1,398.00 | |||
| Sony Alpha A7 II Digital Camera & 28-70m...Sony Alpha A7 II Digital Camera & 28-70mm FE OSS Lens with 64GB Card + Backpack + Battery + Tripod + Tele/Wide Lens Kit | $1,628.00 | |||
| Sony Alpha a7 II Full-Frame Mirrorless D...Sony Alpha a7 II Full-Frame Mirrorless Digital Camera with FE 50mm f/1.8 Lens Bundle (6 Items) | $1,548.00 | |||
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