Sony Alpha 7 II

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    Highlights

    • 24.3 MP Full Frame CMOS Sensor
    • 100 - 25,600 Native ISO
    • 117 Focus Points
    • 5-Axis Image Stabilization
    • 3.0" 1,230k dot Tilting Screen
    • 0.5" 2,359k dot Electronic Viewfinder
    • 5.0 fps Continuous Shooting
    • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
    • 30 min Video Recording Limit
    • Built-In Wi-Fi
    • Wheather Sealed Body
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    Specifications

    General
    BrandSony
    ModelAlpha 7 II
    Predecessor ModelSony Alpha 7
    Successor ModelSony Alpha 7 III
    MSRP$1699 body only $1999 with 28-70mm F3.5-5.6
    Camera TypeInterchangeable Lens
    Body TypeMirrorless
    Video Capture
    Sensor
    Sensor TypeCMOS
    Sensor SizeFull Frame
    Sensor Dimensions35.8 x 23.9 mm
    Total Pixels24.7 Megapixel
    Effective Pixels24.3 Megapixel
    Low Pass Filter
    Native ISO Range100 - 25,600
    Boosted ISO Range50 - 51,200
    Photo
    ProcessorBIONZ X
    Max Image Resolution6000 x 4000
    Other Resolutions6000 x 3376, 3936 x 2624, 3936 x 2216, 3008 x 1688, 3008 x 2000
    Image Aspect Ratios3:2, 16:9
    Image File FormatJPEG, RAW
    JPEG Quality LevelsExtra fine, fine, standard
    Bit Depth14-Bit
    Color SpacexvYCC (x.v.Color when connected via HDMI cable) compatible with TRILUMINOS Color
    Timelapse RecordingWith downloadable app
    White BalancePresets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Color Temperature Filter, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Day White), Fluorescent (Daylight), Fluorescent (Warm White), Incandescent, Shade, Underwater
    Focus
    Focusing SystemFast Hybrid AF (Phase-detection / Contrast-detection)
    Autofocus ModesMulti-area
    Center
    Selective single-point
    Single
    Continuous
    Face Detection
    Live View
    Lens ServoContinuous-Servo AF, Direct Manual Focus, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
    AF Detection Range-1 to +20 EV
    Number of Focus Points117
    Touch-to-Focus
    Live View Autofocus
    Animal Eye Detection
    Vehicle Tracking Mode
    Insect Tracking Mode
    Contrast Detection for Autofocus
    Phase Detection for Autofocus
    Optics
    Lens MountSony E
    Crop Factor1x
    Image Stabilization5-Axis Sensor Shift
    Image Stabilization Compensation4.5 stops
    Digital Image Stabilization
    Screen
    Screen TypeTilting
    Screen TechnologyXtra Fine LCD
    Touch Screen
    Screen Size3.0"
    Screen Resolution1,230k dot
    Top LCD Screen
    Live View
    Live Composition
    Viewfinder
    ViewfinderElectronic
    Viewfinder Size0.5"
    Viewfinder Coverage100%
    Viewfinder Magnification0.71x
    Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.71x
    Viewfinder Resolution2,359k dot
    Viewfinder Eyepoint27 mm
    Diopter Adjustment-4 to +3
    Shutter
    Shutter TypeElectronic
    Min Shutter Speed30 sec
    Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/8000 sec
    Max Continuous Shooting5.0 fps
    Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferUp to 5 fps at 24 MP for up to 50 Frames
    Flash
    Built-in Flash
    Max Flash Sync Speed1/250 sec
    Flash Compensation-3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
    External Flash Connectivity
    External Flash SystemP-TTL
    External Flash ConnectionIntelligent Hot Shoe
    Exposure
    Exposure Metering ModesMulti
    Center-weighted
    Spot
    Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
    Metering Range-1 to +20 EV
    Exposure Compensation±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)
    Exposure Bracketing ±5 EV (3, 5 shots at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV, 2 EV increments)
    Exposure LockLocked when shutter button is pressed halfway. Available with AE lock button. (On/Off/Auto)
    DXO
    DxO Low Light ISO2449
    DxO Color Depth24.9
    DxO Dynamic Range13.6
    DxO Overall Score90
    Video
    Internal Recording ModesXAVC S
    Full HD: 1920 x 1080p @ 23.98/29.97/59.94 fps [50 Mbps]
    AVCHD
    Full HD: 1920 x 1080p @ 23.98/59.94 fps [17 to 28 Mbps]
    Full HD: 1920 x 1080i @ 59.94 fps [17 to 24 Mbps]
    MP4
    1440 x 1080p @ 29.97 fps [12 Mbps]
    640 x 480 @ 29.97 fps [3 Mbps]
    Interval Recording
    Video FormatsMPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
    Max Video Resolution1920 x 1080
    External Recording ModesHDMI
    1920 x 1080p
    Webcam Functionality
    Unlimited Video Recording
    Recording Limit30 min
    Terminals
    Audio I/O1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
    1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
    Power I/O1 x Sony Multi/Micro-USB Input
    Other I/O1 x Sony Multi/Micro-USB Input/Output (Shared with Power Input, Remote Input)
    USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
    HDMI Output Micro
    SpeakerMono
    Built-in MicrophoneStereo
    Microphone Input
    Headphone Output
    Flash Sync Port
    Connectivity
    Built-in GPS
    Built-In Wi-Fi
    Built-In Bluetooth
    NFC
    Remote Control wired
    Environmental
    Environmental Sealing
    Physical
    Dimensions127 x 96 x 60 mm (5 x 3.78 x 2.36")
    Weight (inc. batteries)599 g (1.32 lb / 21.13 oz)
    Box Dimensions (LxWxH)8.8 x 6.1 x 5.5"
    Package Weight2.365 lb
    Power and Storage
    Battery PackNP-FW50
    Battery Life350 shots
    USB Charging
    Internal Storage
    External StorageSingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo Hybrid (UHS-I)
    Other
    Self Timer 2 or 10 sec; continuous 3 or 5 exposures
    Orientation Sensor
    Tripod Mounting Thread1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
    Accessory Mount1 x Hot Shoe Mount
    Material of ConstructionMagnesium Alloy
    Electronic Level Gauge


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