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By admin, on October 21st, 2013
 Sony A7 vs Sony A7r comparison review – Just few days ago Sony announced A7 and A7r fullframe mirrorless camera with excellent core specification, Sony is shaking the camera world from 2012 by announcing class leading innovative products like X series compact cameras, smartphone attachable lens-Style Camera and now FF Mirrorless.
Now take a look at the major specification difference in the table below
The Major difference we see in both the camera are
#1 Sensor
#2 AF System
#3 Electronic front curtain shutter in A7
#4 Fast top continuous shooting speed in A7
#5 Price difference
#1 Sensor: The Sony A7 features 24 Megapixel FF sensor and on the other hand Sony A7r features 36 Megapixel FF sensor, Obviously the sensor of A7 will give cleaner result at high ISO range due to larger pixels / photodiode inside it.
#2 AF system: as we have said earlier Sony A7 features Hybrid AF system that combines Phase + Contrast detect system, 117 phase AF points + 25 contrast detect AF points available in A7, on the other hand Sony A7r features Contrast detect system with 25 AF points only, naturally AF system of A7 is fast compared to A7.
#3 electronic front curtain shutter in A7: The A7 comes with electronic front curtain shutter, so you get (better) 1/250 flash sync speed with A7 on the other side A7R is limited to 1/160.
 #4 Fast top continuous shooting speed in A7: Due to less resolution in A7 the image processor is able to process more files at a given time compared to A7r.
#5 Price: Sony A7 cost $600 less than Sony A7r.
Verdict: We recommend you to buy Sony A7, since A7 features better AF system, better low-light performance, Electronic front curtain shutter, bit Fast continuous shooting speed and $600 approx less price, A7r only recommended for Landscape, Architecture and Fashion photographers, those who have more control over light and don’t need fast AF system.
Buying Options
Sony A7 [Body Only] – $1,698.00 – Amazon | B&H
Sony A7 w/ 28-70mm lens – $1,998.00 – Amazon | B&H
Sony A7r @ $2,298.00 from Amazon | B&H
By admin, on October 19th, 2013
Sony A7 and A7r Sample Images are now available, Sony A7r have no built in low-pass filter and features a week AF system + a megapixel monster sensor and on the other hand Sony A7 features advance hybrid AF system that combines 117 Phase AF points + 35 Contrast detect AF points, a (low resolution) 24 Megapixel FF sensor.
Now what it look like is Sony A7r is made for architecture and studiographers, where they have more control over the light and less need of Fast AF system. Sony A7 construction is totally different, it have low-pass filter, 24 MP sensor and advance AF system suitable for everyone else.
Now its time for Sample Image
#1. Field Test: Sony A7R – Many Sample image + Excellent article by Pulitzer Prize
#2 Sony A7 sample photos at CNET AUS
Non-English websites
#3 Sony A7r + Sony A7 Sample Images at Sony Japan – http://bit.ly/1d5nhc8
Sample Video “Light & Wind Ⅵ” for α7R from Sony: Official Video Release
Sony A7 AF Speed Test
Buying Options
Sony A7 [Body Only] – $1,698.00 – Amazon | B&H
Sony A7 w/ 28-70mm lens – $1,998.00 – Amazon | B&H
Sony A7r @ $2,298.00 from Amazon | B&H
By admin, on October 16th, 2013
 Sony A7r is advance than A7 mirrorless camera, the A7r features newly developed 36.3MP Full Frame Exmor CMOS Sensor, BIONZ X Image Processor, No Optical Low-Pass Filter for super sharp output, take a look at the major specification below
Sony A7r Major Specification
- 36.3MP Full Frame Exmor CMOS Sensor
- No Optical Low-Pass Filter
- Gapless On-Chip Lens Design
- BIONZ X Image Processor
- Direct Compatibility with E-mount Lenses
- 3.0″ Tiltable TFT LCD with 1,229K-Dots
- 2.4M-Dot OLED Electronic Viewfinder
- Full 1080/60p Video with Remote Capture
- Built-In Wi-Fi and NFC
- Multi-Interface Shoe and Built-in Flash
 Hybrid auto focus = speedy phase-detection + accurate contrast-detection AF, Sony also implemented a new Spatial Object Detection algorithm in A7 and A7r, + you also get Eye AF control – the viewfinder sync with your eye pupil to do AF, 2.4M-Dot OLED Electronic Viewfinder with New Eye AF Control, the A7r also features 3.0″ Tiltable TFT LCD with 1,229K-Dots.
Price
Pre-order Sony A7r @ $2,298.00 from Amazon | B&H
Sony A7r Press Release
Sony introduces the α7R: the world’s smallest, lightest interchangeable lens camera
- Newly developed Full-frame Exmor™ CMOS sensor with ‘gapless on chip’ design offering 36.4 effective megapixels and no optical low-pass filter
- New BIONZ X™ processor with approximately 3x faster processing speedii and new area-specific noise reduction
- Newly-developed fast intelligent AF is 35% quicker than conventional contrast-detection autofocus
- Improved XGA OLED Tru-Finder™ with wide field of view
- Practical, reliable and intuitive with dust/moisture-resistant magnesium alloy body and extensive custom controls
- AVCHD Progressive Full HD (1920×1080 – 60p/25piii) movie recording with audio level control and clean HDMI output
- 4K photo output and support for TRILUMINOS Display
- NFC and Wi-Fi for easy connection with smartphones & tablets
A game-changing blend of imaging power and portability, the α7R from Sony sets an exciting new benchmark in digital imaging. This mirrorless camera redefines the creative options of full-frame photography in a palm-sized interchangeable lens camera.
The α7R and new α7 provide a limitless array of new artistic possibilities for serious photographers. Expanding the range of optics from Sony and Carl Zeiss, sixiv new full-frame lenses complement the cameras’ superlative image quality – whether you’re shooting detail-packed stills or crisp, cinematic Full HD video.
Beautifully styled and easy to hold on lengthy assignments, the α7R is a no-compromise photographic tool that puts the needs of advanced users first. Front and back dials plus a control wheel and exposure compensation dial allow intuitive adjustments while framing shots through the high-contrast, high resolution XGA OLED Tru-Finder or on the tiltable 3.0-type LCD screen.
The 35mm full-frame Exmor CMOS sensor incorporates light concentration and photo diode expansion technologies and also features a new ‘gapless’ on-chip lens design which eliminates gaps between adjacent pixels. These advances increase light collection efficiency, achieving outstanding resolution, sensitivity and low noise while circumventing the challenge of decreased pixel size due to the extremely high pixel count.
Together with the powerful new BIONZ X processor, the full-frame sensor also allows the α7R to shoot pro-quality Full HD videov. You’ll enjoy rich, beautifully rendered movie footage with sumptuous colours and ultra-low noise, even in low light. Clear Image Zoom has been enhanced for video recording, delivering powerful close-ups without sacrificing pixel count. Pro-style movie features include an audio recording level control and display, plus a ‘clean’ HDMI output that allows video to be viewed on an external monitor or recorded on another device.
The α7R showcases a new Fast Intelligent AF that ensures speedy, accurate autofocus and is designed to be fully customisable to exactly suit your precise photographic demands, with nine customisable buttons and 46 assignable functions.vi
High-resolution still images can be displayed directly on a 4K television that offers four times the detail of Full HD. Support for TRILUMINOS Colour delivers a stunning palette of rich, natural colours when viewing movies and photos captured with the α7R on a compatible BRAVIA television with TRILUMINOS Display.
With both Wi-Fi with NFC, the α7R offers effortless one-touch wireless connections with your Xperia™ or NFC-compatible Android smartphone or tablet. PlayMemories Camera Apps further enhance your photo experience with a growing range of free and paid apps, spanning exciting new creative effects and filters, utilities and more.
The new ‘Multiple Exposure’ app automatically composites sequential exposures, making it easy to create beautiful and dramatic effects with a choice of pre-set artistic themes as well as manual blending modes.
Pre-installed in the α7R, ‘Smart Remote Control’vii controls exposure and shutter release from your smartphone. Great for tripod-mounted group shots and self-portraits, the app also sends photos automatically to your mobile device for on-the-spot sharing.viii
With a tough magnesium alloy body that is dust- and moisture-resistant, the α7R weighs in at just 407g (body only) as the world’s smallest, lightest interchangeable lens camera with a full-frame sensor.
Appealing equally to busy photo professionals and advanced amateurs, it also boasts the highest image quality of any α camera to date. The brand-new 36.4-effective megapixel (approx.) full-frame Exmor CMOS sensor delivers levels of detail unprecedented in any camera of its class. The high resolution sensor of the α7R has no optical low-pass filter, ensuring that its extraordinary resolving power is fully exploited. It’s complemented by a new BIONZ X processor – Sony’s latest-generation imaging engine that maximises detail and reduces image noise over a wide ISO 100-25600 sensitivity range (NB: expandable down to ISO 50 and up to ISO 51,200 with Multi-Frame Noise Reduction).
New full-frame interchangeable E-mount lenses
There’s a choice of five new full-frame E-mount lenses to realise the sheer imaging power of the α7R. The E-mount full-frame family includes two mid-range zooms by Sony and Carl Zeiss, two bright Sonnar T* primes and a premium-quality G lens telephoto zoom. There’s also a new-generation mount adaptor that gives photographers extra freedom to re-use their precious collection of full-frame A-mount optics with both cameras, including the newly-announced SAL70200G2 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II telephoto zoom.
New accessories will also be available for the α7R. The VG-C1EM grip extends shooting stamina via two NP-FW50 batteries, as well as providing greater user comfort during vertical shooting. The BC-TRW Battery Charger gives visual LED confirmation of recharging status. The FA-CS1M off-camera shoe can be used as an off-camera cable by connecting with a Multi Flash Cable. The LCS-ELCA premium leather soft carrying case extends the premium quality experience of handling and using the α7R while protecting your camera from scuffs and marks whilst being carried.
Sony A7r Full Specification
| Lens Compatibility |
Sony E-mount Full Frame, operation with Minolta/Konica Minolta Maxxum A-mount lenses confirmed via optional LA-EA3/LA-EA4 adaptor |
| Lens Mount |
Sony E-mount Full Frame |
| Camera Type |
Interchangeable Lens Digital SLR camera |
| Sensor |
Imaging Sensor: Exmor CMOS sensor (35.8 X 24.0mm)
Processor: BIONZ X image processor
Anti Dust: Charge protection coating on optical filter and ultrasonic vibration mechanism
Pixel Gross: 26.8M pixels (approx.)
Effective Picture Resolution: 36.4M pixels (approx.)
Color Filter System: RGB primary color filters |
| Media Type |
Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, Memory Stick XC-HG Duo, SD memory card, SDHC memory card (UHS-I compliant), SDXC memory card (UHS-I compliant) |
| Color Space |
sRGB standard (with sYCC gamut) and Adobe RGB standard compatible with TRILUMINOS Color
Movie: xvYCC standard (x.v.Color when connected via HDMI cable) compatible with TRILUMINOS color |
| Still Image Mode |
RAW, RAW JPEG, JPEG Extra fine, JPEG Fine, JPEG Standard |
| Still Image Max Effective Resolution |
36.4 Megapixels |
| Still Image Size 16:9 |
L: 7360 x 4144 (30M), M: 4800 x 2704 (13M), S: 3680 x 2072 (7.6M)
APS-C: L: 4800 x 3200 (15M), M: 3680 x 2456 (9.0M), S: 2400 x 1600 (3.8M) |
| Still Image Size 3:2 |
35mm full frame: L: 7360 x 4912 (36M), M: 4800 x 3200 (15M), S: 3680 x 2456 (9.0M)
APS-C: L: 4800 x 3200 (15M), M: 3680 x 2456 (9.0M), S: 2400 x 1600 (3.8M) |
| Panorama Still Image Size |
Horizontal Wide: 12,416 x 1,856 (23M)
Horizontal Std.: 8,192 x 1,856 (15M)
Vertical Wide: 2,160 x 5,536 (12M)
Vertical Std.: 2,160 x 3,872 (8.4M) |
| Video Mode |
AVCHD / MP4 (MPEG-4 AVC (H.264)) |
| Video Resolution AVCHD |
AVCHD:
PS – 1920 x 1080/60p@28Mbps
FX – 1920 x 1080/60i@24Mbps
FH – 1920 x 1080/60i@17Mbps
FX – 1920 x 1080/24p@24Mbps
FH – 1920 x 1080/24p@17Mbps |
| Video Resolution MP4 |
HD – 1440 x 1080/ 30p@12Mbps
VGA – 640 x 480/ 30p@3Mbps |
| Video Signal |
NTSC color, EIA standards |
| Audio Format |
Dolby Digital (AC-3) / MPEG-4 AAC-LC |
| Microphone/Speaker |
Built-in stereo microphone or ECM-CG50 / XLR-K1M (sold separately)/
Built-in monaural speaker; volume settings in 8 steps between 0 and 7 |
| Still Image File Format |
JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver.2.3, MPF Baseline compliant), RAW (Sony ARW 2.3 format) |
| Lens |
Mount: Sony E-mount Full Frame
Digital Zoom: Yes, approx. 4x
Direct Manual Focus: Yes
Exterior Finish: Black
EV Compensation: +/-5.0 EV (in 1/3 EV or 1/2 EV steps), with exposure compensation dial:
+/-3.0 EV (in 1/3 EV step |
| Viewfinder |
Type: 1/2-inch (1.3 cm) color electronic viewfinder
Diopter Adjustment: -4.0 m-1 ~ +3.5 m-1 (diopter)
Field of View: 100%
Magnification: Approx. 0.7x with 50 mm lens at infinity, -1 m-1 (diopter) |
| LCD Type |
3.0″ (7.5cm) TFT LCD (921,600 dots) with tiltable design |
| Brightness Control |
Manual (5 steps between -2 to +2), Sunny Weather mode |
| Coverage |
100% |
| Live View |
Continuous Live View |
| Real-time image adjustment display |
Yes (On/Off) |
| Histogram |
Yes (On/off) |
| Peaking |
Yes (Level setting: High/Mid/Low/Off, Color: White/Red/Yellow) |
| Grid Display |
Graphic Display / Display All Info. / No Disp. Info. / Histogram / Digital Level Gauge / Shooting information for viewfinder mode |
| Customization |
Grid, Histogram display, Digital Level Gauge, Grid Line, Magnified display for playback |
| Focus System |
Contrast-detection AF |
| Focus Points |
25 points (contrast-detection AF) |
| AF Modes |
Single-shot AF (AF-S), Continuous AF (AF-C), Direct Manual Focus (DMF), Manual Focus |
| Focus Area |
Multi Point (25 points) / Center-weighted / Flexible Spot (S/M/L) / Zone |
| Focus Sensitivity |
EV 0 to 20 EV (at ISO100 equivalent, with F2.8 lens attached) |
| Manual Focus Assist |
35mm full frame: 7.2x, 14.4x
APS-C: 4.7x, 9.4x |
| Focus Features |
Lock-on AF, Eye AF, Focus lock, Eye-start AF (only available with optional LA-EA2 or LA-EA4
attached), AF illuminator (built-in, LED type, range: Approx. 0.30-3m), AF micro adjustment, AF ON |
| AF Illuminator |
Yes (with built-in LED type) |
| Picture Effect(s) |
13 modes: Posterization (Color, B/W), Pop Color, Retro Photo, Partial Color (R, G, B, Y), High Contrast Monochrome, Toy Camera, Soft High-key, Soft Focus, HDR Painting, Rich-tone Monochrome, Miniature, Watercolor, Illustration |
| Auto Exposure Lock |
Available with AE lock button. Locked when shutter button is pressed halfway. Can be disabled from the Menu |
| Color Temperature |
2500-9900K with 15-step each Magenta/Green compensation (G7 to M7), Amber/Blue (A7 to B7), Custom |
| Creative Style |
Standard, Vivid, Neutral, Clear, Deep, Light, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset, Night Scene, Autumn Leaves, Black White, Sepia (Contrast -3 to +3 steps, Saturation -3 to +3 steps, Sharpness -3 to +3 steps) |
| D-Range Optimizer |
Off, Dynamic Range Optimizer (Auto/Level (1-5)), Auto High Dynamic Range: Auto Exposure Difference, Exposure Difference Level (1.0-6.0 EV, 1.0 EV step) |
| Exposure Compensation |
+/-5.0 EV (in 1/3 EV or 1/2 EV steps), with exposure compensation dial: +/-3.0 EV (in 1/3 EV steps) |
| Exposure Settings |
AUTO (iAUTO, Superior Auto), Programmed AE (P), Aperture priority (A), Shutter-speed priority (S), Manual (M), Scene Selection, Sweep Panorama, Movie |
| ISO |
Still images: ISO 100-25600 (ISO numbers up from ISO 50 can be set as expanded ISO range),
AUTO (ISO 100-6400, selectable lower limit and upper limit)
Movies: ISO 200-25600 equivalent, AUTO (ISO 200-6400 equivalent) |
| Metering |
Advanced 1200-zone evaluative metering |
| Metering Modes |
Multi-segment, Center-weighted, Spot |
| Metering Sensitivity |
EV 0 to 20 EV (at ISO100 equivalent, with F2.8 lens attached) |
| Noise Reduction |
Long exposure NR: On/Off, available at shutter speeds longer than 1 sec., High ISO NR: Normal/ Low/Off selectable |
| Scene Mode(s) |
Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Sports Action, Sunset, Night Portrait, Night Scene, Hand-held Twilight, Anti Motion Blur |
| White Balance Mode |
Auto WB / Daylight / Shade / Cloudy / Incandescent / Fluorescent (Warm White / Cool White / Day White / Daylight) / Flash / Color Temperature (2500 to 9900K) Color Filter (G7 to M7: 15 steps, A7 to B7: 15 steps) / Custom / Underwater |
| Continuous Shooting Speed |
Continuous shooting: Max. 2.5fps,
Speed Priority Continuous shooting: Max. 5.0fps |
| Drive Mode |
Single shooting, Continuous shooting, Speed Priority Continuous shooting, Self-timer (10/2 sec delay selectable), Self-timer (Cont.) (10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures selectable), Bracketing (Cont., Single, White Balance, DRO) |
| Self-timer |
2-sec. or 10-sec. delay |
| Shutter Speeds |
1/8000 to 30 seconds, bulb |
| Shutter Type |
Electronically-controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane shutter |
| Flash Bracketing |
With optional external flash: 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, 1, 2, 3 EV steps, 3/5 frames (1.0/2.0/3.0 EV: only 3 frames) selectable |
| Flash Compensation |
With optional external flash: ±3.0 EV (switchable between 1/3 and 1/2 EV steps) |
| Flash Coverage |
16 mm (focal length printed on lens body) |
| Flash Metering System |
Pre-flash TTL |
| Flash Modes |
With optional external flash: Flash off, Auto flash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction (On/Off selectable), Hi-speed sync, Wireless |
| Flash Type |
Optional external flash |
| Convenience Features |
Self Timer
Red-Eye Reduction
Erase/Protect
Media/Battery
Media/Battery Indicator
Power Save Mode
Video Playback Options: Forward/Rewind (Movie)
Multiple Language Display |
| Advanced Features |
Face Detection: On, Off, Face Registration, Face Selection; maximum eight faces detected
Smile Shutter technology: Smile shutter (selectable from 3 steps)
Image Stabilization
Intelligent Auto
Superior Auto
Anti Motion Blur
Auto High Dynamic Range
Priority Setting (for Face Detection)
Shooting Tips
Sweep Panorama |
| Interface |
Headphone Jack
Microphone Input
Remote Commander via optional RM-VPR1
Accessory Shoe
PictBridge Compatible
A/V Remote Terminal via Multi Terminal interface
BRAVIA® Sync Yes, via HDMI® with compatible BRAVIA HDTV (link menu)
DC IN via optional AC-PW20AM (sold separately)
HD Output HDMI® Type D micro connector
NFC
PhotoTV HD Yes, with BRAVIA Sync enabled HDTV and HDMI® cable
Tripod Mount
USB 2.0 |
| Dimensions (Approx.) |
Approx. 5 × 3-3/4 × 1-15/16″ (126.9 x 94.4 x 48.2 mm) (W/H/D) excluding protrusions |
| Weight (Approx.) |
With battery and Memory Stick PRO Duo Approx. 1 lb. 0.7 oz. (474 g)
Weight(Approx) (Main unit only) Approx. 14.7 oz. (416 g) |
| Battery Type |
InfoLITHIUM® NP-FW50 (7.2V) |
| Battery Capacity |
1080 mAh |
| Number of Still Images |
Approx. 340 images with LCD monitor (CIPA standard) |
| Power Requirements |
One rechargeable battery pack (NP-FW50) |
By admin, on October 16th, 2013
Sony A7 announced today it features newly developed 24.3MP Full Frame Exmor CMOS Sensor and advance BIONZ X Image Processor, the A7 have full Compatibility with current line-up of E-mount Lenses, take a look at the major features below
Sony A7 Major Features
- 24.3MP Full Frame Exmor CMOS Sensor
- BIONZ X Image Processor
- Direct Compatibility with E-mount Lenses
- 3.0″ Tiltable TFT LCD with 1,229K-Dots
- 2.4M-Dot OLED Electronic Viewfinder
- Full 1080/60p with Uncompressed Output
- Fast Hybrid Autofocus; 5 fps Burst Rate
- Built-In Wi-Fi and NFC
- Multi-Interface Shoe and Built-In Flash
- Direct Access Interface
 other new features include fast Hybrid auto focus = speedy phase-detection + accurate contrast-detection AF, Sony also implemented a new Spatial Object Detection algorithm in A7 and A7r, + you also get Eye AF control – the viewfinder sync with your eye pupil to do AF.
Built-in Wi-Fi and NFC capability enable easy wireless transfer of images as well as remote shutter control from smartphones and tablets
The a7 is compatible with all present APS-C E-mount lenses in APS-C crop mode as well as new E-mount full-frame Zeiss and Sony G-series lenses.
Price
Sony A7 [Body Only] – $1,698.00 – Amazon | B&H
Sony A7 w/ 28-70mm lens – $1,998.00 – Amazon | B&H
Press Release
Sony Press Release
Sony introduces the α7 camera: Full-frame photography in a truly compact body
- 35mm Full-frame Exmor™ CMOS sensor with 24.3 effective megapixels
- New BIONZ X™ image processor with dramatically increased processing speed, improved image qualityi and low-light performanceii
- Enhanced Fast Hybrid AF combines speedy phase detection AF with highly accurate contrast detection AFiii
- Improved XGA OLED Tru-Finder™ with wide field of view
- Practical, reliable and intuitive with dust/moisture-resistant magnesium alloy bodyiv and extensive custom controls
- AVCHD Progressive Full HD (1920×1080 – 60p/25pv) movie recording with audio level control and clean HDMI output
- 4K photo output and support for TRILUMINOS Display
The new α7 from Sony combines a 35mm full-frame image sensor and lens interchangeability in a truly compact body. Without compromising on image quality, shooting comfort, functionality or AF performance, the α7 delivers stunning photographs that were previously only possible on large, high-end cameras.
Alongside the new α7R, the α7 liberates photographers and cinematographers by combining amazing portability with all the advantages of full-frame photography and moviemaking, including higher sensitivity shooting with lower noise, a wider dynamic range, a shallower depth of field which enables dramatic defocusing effects like bokeh and compatibility with a newly extended range of full-frame lenses.
Beautifully styled and crafted from a robust magnesium alloy body, the α7 is designed to sit comfortably in the photographer’s hand. Front and back dials plus a control wheel and exposure compensation dial allow intuitive adjustments while framing shots through the high-contrast, high resolution XGA OLED Tru-Finder or on the tiltable 3.0-type LCD screen.
Together with the powerful new BIONZ X processor, the full-frame sensor also allows the α7 to shoot pro-quality Full HD videovi. You’ll enjoy rich, beautifully rendered movie footage with sumptuous colours and ultra-low noise, even in low light. Clear Image Zoom has been enhanced for video recording, delivering powerful close-ups without sacrificing pixel count. Pro-style movie features include an audio recording level control and display, plus a ‘clean’ HDMI output that allows video to be viewed on an external monitor or recorded on another device.
An enhanced Fast Hybrid autofocus combines speedy phase detection AF with highly accurate contrast detection AF, which has been accelerated through a new Spatial Object Detection algorithm, to achieve among the fastest autofocusing performance of any full-frame camera. Even when capturing a subject partially turned away from the camera with a shallow depth of field, the face will be sharply focused thanks to extremely accurate eye-detection that can prioritise a single pupil. First, the phase-detection AF with 117 densely placed phase-detection AF points swiftly, and efficiently moves the lens to bring the subject into focus. Contrast-detection AF (25 points) then fine tunes the focussing in the blink of an eye.
High-resolution still images can be displayed directly on a 4K television that offers four times the detail of Full HD. Support for TRILUMINOS Colour delivers a stunning palette of rich, natural colours when viewing movies and photos captured with the α7 on a compatible BRAVIA television with TRILUMINOS Display.
With both Wi-Fi with NFC, the α7 offers effortless one-touch wireless connections with your Xperia™ or NFC-compatible Android smartphone or tablet. PlayMemories Camera Apps further enhance your photo experience with a growing range of free and paid apps, spanning exciting new creative effects and filters, utilities and more.
The new ‘Multiple Exposure’ app automatically composites sequential exposures, making it easy to create beautiful and dramatic effects with a choice of pre-set artistic themes as well as manual blending modes.
Pre-installed in the α7, ‘Smart Remote Control’vii controls exposure and shutter release from your smartphone. Great for tripod-mounted group shots and self-portraits, the app also sends photos automatically to your mobile device for on-the-spot sharing.viii
New full-frame interchangeable E-mount lenses
There is a choice of five new full-frame E-mount lenses to realise the sheer imaging power of the α7. The E-mount full-frame family includes two mid-range zooms by Sony and Carl Zeiss, two bright Sonnar T* primes and a premium-quality G lens telephoto zoom. There’s also a new-generation mount adaptor that gives photographers extra freedom to re-use their precious collection of full-frame A-mount optics with both cameras, including the newly-announced SAL70200G2 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II telephoto zoom.
New accessories will also be available for the α7. The VG-C1EM grip extends shooting stamina via two NP-FW50 batteries, as well as providing greater user comfort during vertical shooting. The BC-TRW Battery Charger gives visual LED confirmation of recharging status. The FA-CS1M off-camera shoe can be used as an off-camera cable by connecting with a Multi Flash Cable. The LCS-ELCA premium leather soft carrying case extends the premium quality experience of handling and using the α7 while protecting your camera from scuffs and marks whilst being carried.
Sony A7 Full Specification
| Lens Compatibility |
Sony E-mount Full Frame, operation with Minolta/Konica Minolta Maxxum A-mount lenses confirmed via optional LA-EA3/LA-EA4 adaptor |
| Lens Mount |
Sony E-mount Full Frame |
| Camera Type |
Interchangeable Lens Digital SLR camera |
| Sensor |
Imaging Sensor: Exmor CMOS sensor (35.8 X 23.9mm)
Processor: BIONZ X image processor
Anti Dust: Charge protection coating on optical filter and ultrasonic vibration mechanism
Pixel Gross: 24.7M pixels (approx.)
Effective Picture Resolution: 24.3M pixels (approx.)
Color Filter System: RGB primary color filters |
| Media Type |
Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, Memory Stick XC-HG Duo, SD memory card, SDHC memory card (UHS-I compliant), SDXC memory card (UHS-I compliant) |
| Color Space |
sRGB standard (with sYCC gamut) and Adobe RGB standard compatible with TRILUMINOS Color
Movie: xvYCC standard (x.v.Color when connected via HDMI cable) compatible with TRILUMINOS color |
| Still Image Mode |
RAW, RAW JPEG, JPEG Extra fine, JPEG Fine, JPEG Standard |
| Still Image Max Effective Resolution |
24.3 Megapixels |
| Still Image Size 16:9 |
35mm full frame: L: 6000 x 3376 (20M), M: 3936 x 2216 (8.7M), S: 3008 x 1688 (5.1M)
APS-C: L: 3936 x 2216 (8.7M), M: 3008 x 1688 (5.1M), S: 1968 x 1112 (2.2M) |
| Still Image Size 3:2 |
35mm full frame: L: 6000 x 4000 (24M), M: 3936 x 2624 (10M), S: 3008 x 2000 (6.0M)
APS-C: L: 3936 x 2624 (10M), M: 3008 x 2000 (6.0M), S: 1968 x 1312 (2.6M) |
| Panorama Still Image Size |
Horizontal Wide: 12,416 x 1,856 (23M)
Horizontal Std.: 8,192 x 1,856 (15M)
Vertical Wide: 2,160 x 5,536 (12M)
Vertical Std.: 2,160 x 3,872 (8.4M) |
| Video Mode |
AVCHD / MP4 (MPEG-4 AVC (H.264)) |
| Video Resolution AVCHD |
AVCHD:
PS – 1920 x 1080/60p@28Mbps
FX – 1920 x 1080/60i@24Mbps
FH – 1920 x 1080/60i@17Mbps
FX – 1920 x 1080/24p@24Mbps
FH – 1920 x 1080/24p@17Mbps |
| Video Resolution MP4 |
HD – 1440 x 1080/ 30p@12Mbps
VGA – 640 x 480/ 30p@3Mbps |
| Video Signal |
NTSC color, EIA standards |
| Audio Format |
Dolby Digital (AC-3) / MPEG-4 AAC-LC |
| Microphone/Speaker |
Built-in stereo microphone or ECM-CG50 / XLR-K1M (sold separately)/
Built-in monaural speaker; volume settings in 8 steps between 0 and 7 |
| Still Image File Format |
JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver.2.3, MPF Baseline compliant), RAW (Sony ARW 2.3 format) |
| Lens |
Mount: Sony E-mount Full Frame
Digital Zoom: Yes, approx. 4x
Direct Manual Focus: Yes
Exterior Finish: Black
EV Compensation: +/-5.0 EV (in 1/3 EV or 1/2 EV steps), with exposure compensation dial:
+/-3.0 EV (in 1/3 EV step |
| Viewfinder |
Type: 1/2-inch (1.3 cm) color electronic viewfinder
Diopter Adjustment: -4.0 m-1 ~ +3.5 m-1 (diopter)
Field of View: 100%
Magnification: Approx. 0.7x with 50 mm lens at infinity, -1 m-1 (diopter) |
| LCD Type |
3.0″ (7.5cm) TFT LCD (921,600 dots) with tiltable design |
| Brightness Control |
Manual (5 steps between -2 to +2), Sunny Weather mode |
| Coverage |
100% |
| Live View |
Continuous Live View |
| Real-time image adjustment display |
Yes (On/Off) |
| Histogram |
Yes (On/off) |
| Peaking |
Yes (Level setting: High/Mid/Low/Off, Color: White/Red/Yellow) |
| Grid Display |
Graphic Display / Display All Info. / No Disp. Info. / Histogram / Digital Level Gauge / Shooting information for viewfinder mode |
| Customization |
Grid, Histogram display, Digital Level Gauge, Grid Line, Magnified display for playback |
| Focus System |
Fast Hybrid AF (phase-detection AF/contrast-detection AF) |
| Focus Points |
117 points (phase-detection AF), 25 points (contrast-detection AF) |
| AF Modes |
Single-shot AF (AF-S), Continuous AF (AF-C), Direct Manual Focus (DMF), Manual Focus |
| Focus Area |
Multi Point (25 points) / Center-weighted / Flexible Spot (S/M/L) / Zone |
| Focus Sensitivity |
EV 0 to 20 EV (at ISO100 equivalent, with F2.8 lens attached) |
| Manual Focus Assist |
35mm full frame: 7.2x, 14.4x
APS-C: 4.7x, 9.4x |
| Focus Features |
Lock-on AF, Eye AF, Focus lock, Eye-start AF (only available with optional LA-EA2 or LA-EA4
attached), AF illuminator (built-in, LED type, range: Approx. 0.30-3m), AF micro adjustment, AF ON |
| AF Illuminator |
Yes (with built-in LED type) |
| Picture Effect(s) |
13 modes: Posterization (Color, B/W), Pop Color, Retro Photo, Partial Color (R, G, B, Y), High Contrast Monochrome, Toy Camera, Soft High-key, Soft Focus, HDR Painting, Rich-tone Monochrome, Miniature, Watercolor, Illustration |
| Auto Exposure Lock |
Available with AE lock button. Locked when shutter button is pressed halfway. Can be disabled from the Menu |
| Color Temperature |
2500 9900K with 15-step each Magenta/Green compensation (G7 to M7), Amber/Blue (A7 to B7), Custom |
| Creative Style |
Standard, Vivid, Neutral, Clear, Deep, Light, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset, Night Scene, Autumn Leaves, Black White, Sepia (Contrast -3 to +3 steps, Saturation -3 to +3 steps, Sharpness -3 to +3 steps) |
| D-Range Optimizer |
Off, Dynamic Range Optimizer (Auto/Level (1-5)), Auto High Dynamic Range: Auto Exposure Difference, Exposure Difference Level (1.0-6.0 EV, 1.0 EV step) |
| Exposure Compensation |
+/-5.0 EV (in 1/3 EV or 1/2 EV steps), with exposure compensation dial: +/-3.0 EV (in 1/3 EV steps) |
| Exposure Settings |
AUTO (iAUTO, Superior Auto), Programmed AE (P), Aperture priority (A), Shutter-speed priority (S), Manual (M), Scene Selection, Sweep Panorama, Movie |
| ISO |
Still images: ISO 100-25600 (ISO numbers up from ISO 50 can be set as expanded ISO range),
AUTO (ISO 100-6400, selectable lower limit and upper limit)
Movies: ISO 200-25600 equivalent, AUTO (ISO 200-6400 equivalent) |
| Metering |
Advanced 1200-zone evaluative metering |
| Metering Modes |
Multi-segment, Center-weighted, Spot |
| Metering Sensitivity |
EV 0 to 20 EV (at ISO100 equivalent, with F2.8 lens attached) |
| Noise Reduction |
Long exposure NR: On/Off, available at shutter speeds longer than 1 sec., High ISO NR: Normal/ Low/Off selectable |
| Scene Mode(s) |
Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Sports Action, Sunset, Night Portrait, Night Scene, Hand-held Twilight, Anti Motion Blur |
| White Balance Mode |
Auto WB / Daylight / Shade / Cloudy / Incandescent / Fluorescent (Warm White / Cool White / Day White / Daylight) / Flash / Color Temperature (2500 to 9900K) Color Filter (G7 to M7: 15 steps, A7 to B7: 15 steps) / Custom / Underwater |
| Continuous Shooting Speed |
Continuous shooting: Max. 2.5fps,
Speed Priority Continuous shooting: Max. 5.0fps |
| Drive Mode |
Single shooting, Continuous shooting, Speed Priority Continuous shooting, Self-timer (10/2 sec delay selectable), Self-timer (Cont.) (10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures selectable), Bracketing (Cont., Single, White Balance, DRO) |
| Self-timer |
2-sec. or 10-sec. delay |
| Shutter Speeds |
1/8000 to 30 seconds, bulb |
| Shutter Type |
Electronically-controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane shutter |
| Flash Bracketing |
With optional external flash: 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, 1, 2, 3 EV steps, 3/5 frames (1.0/2.0/3.0 EV: only 3 frames) selectable |
| Flash Compensation |
With optional external flash: ±3.0 EV (switchable between 1/3 and 1/2 EV steps) |
| Flash Coverage |
16 mm (focal length printed on lens body) |
| Flash Metering System |
Pre-flash TTL |
| Flash Modes |
With optional external flash: Flash off, Auto flash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction (On/Off selectable), Hi-speed sync, Wireless |
| Flash Type |
Optional external flash |
| Convenience Features |
Self Timer
Red-Eye Reduction
Erase/Protect
Media/Battery
Media/Battery Indicator
Power Save Mode
Video Playback Options: Forward/Rewind (Movie)
Multiple Language Display |
| Advanced Features |
Face Detection: On, Off, Face Registration, Face Selection; maximum eight faces detected
Smile Shutter technology: Smile shutter (selectable from 3 steps)
Image Stabilization
Intelligent Auto
Superior Auto
Anti Motion Blur
Auto High Dynamic Range
Priority Setting (for Face Detection)
Shooting Tips
Sweep Panorama |
| Interface |
Headphone Jack
Microphone Input
Remote Commander via optional RM-VPR1
Accessory Shoe
PictBridge Compatible
A/V Remote Terminal via Multi Terminal interface
BRAVIA® Sync Yes, via HDMI® with compatible BRAVIA HDTV (link menu)
DC IN via optional AC-PW20AM (sold separately)
HD Output HDMI® Type D micro connector
NFC
PhotoTV HD Yes, with BRAVIA Sync enabled HDTV and HDMI® cable
Tripod Mount
USB 2.0 |
| Dimensions (Approx.) |
Approx. 5 × 3-3/4 × 1-15/16″ (126.9 x 94.4 x 48.2 mm) (W/H/D) excluding protrusions |
| Weight (Approx.) |
With battery and Memory Stick PRO Duo Approx. 1 lb. 0.7 oz. (474 g)
Weight(Approx) (Main unit only) Approx. 14.7 oz. (416 g) |
| Battery Type |
InfoLITHIUM® NP-FW50 (7.2V) |
| Battery Capacity |
1080 mAh |
| Number of Still Images |
Approx. 340 images with LCD monitor (CIPA standard) |
| Power Requirements |
One rechargeable battery pack (NP-FW50) |
By admin, on October 14th, 2013
Leaked Images of Sony A7 and A7r Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera surfaced over the web today, the first image is of A7 camera with 24 Megapixel Fullframe sensor and 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 kit lens.
The camera A7r (image below) features 36 Megapixel FF sensor and the body is attached with a 35mm f/2.8 Zeiss lens. Both upcoming FF camera features newly developed sensor and ultra compact body design.
As we have told you earlier that upcoming Sony A7 and Sony A7r coming on 16:10:13, A7 price is approx $1,698.00 A7 28-70MM KIT price $1,998.00. Sony A7r BODY price is $2,198.00.
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By admin, on October 13th, 2013
 Sony DSC R1 Camera that uses APS-C sensor – Announced on 2005 – Now Discontinued by Sony Sony will announce new cameras on Oct 16, 2013, the announcement include two Sony fullframe mirrorless camera and one 1 inch sensor compact RX10, Earlier there are some rumors about RX10 is coming with APS-C sensor, but according to latest rumors [almost confirmed ] the RX 10 features in 1 inch sensor only, but the good news is it will arrive with FIXED F2.8 24-200mm zoom lens . The price of RX10 compact is approx $1,298.00.
Sony A7 and Sony A7r are two fullframe mirrorless camera, A7 is a entry level mirrorless camera coming with a 24 MP FF sensor and a price tag of A7 BODY ONLY is approx $1,698.00 A7 28-70MM KIT price $1,998.00. Sony A7r mirrorless will arrive with 36 MP FF sensor and A7R BODY price is $2,198.00.
Common features of A7 and A7r both camera –
A7 and A7r have focus peaking
eye tracking AF
Wifi and NFC
1/8000 shutter speed
both have tiltatble screen3
The pencil sketch shown above is 100% real and the upcoming camera look same as above drawing. + We also have list of lenses that may arrive with Sony A7 and A7r Full Frame Mirrorless camera,
List of Upcoming Lenses from Sony
Zeiss FE 24-70mm f/4.0 OSS
Sony G 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6
Zeiss FE 35mm f/2.8
Zeiss FE 55mm f/1.8
Zeiss FE 70-200mm f/4.0 OSS
FE name is for Sony Full-Frame E-mount Camera, Stay with us on Facebook and googleplus to get detailed information and live updates. See more Sony Rumors.
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