Sony has announced the Alpha A7II full frame mirrorless camera which is the updated version of A7. The Sony Alpha A7II (ILCE-7M2) is the world’s first 35mm full-frame compact system camera with 5-axis image stabilisation.
Sony claims that this IS system can reduce shake by 4.5 stops using the CIPA standard. If an E-mount lens with OSS is attached, the camera will detect it and use a combination of in-lens and in-body stabilization.
Other major improvements over the original Sony A7 include a new front dial, a bigger right-hand grip, a repositioned shutter release and a reinforced lens mount. In addition, the Sony A7 II boasts faster auto focus and better subject tracking capabilities, and benefits from XAVC S and S-Log2 support. The sensor’s core specifications (35.8×23.9mm, 24.3 [effective] megapixels, ISO100-25,600) are the same as those of the previous model.
Sony Alpha A7II Mirrorless Camera Price and Availability
The Sony Alpha A7II full-frame mirrorless camera is available in camera stores below body-only for $1,700. Bundled with an FE 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS it will cost $2,000.
| Buy Sony Alpha A7II Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Sony Alpha A7II Camera Body Only | $1,700 | Amazon | Adorama |
| Sony Alpha A7II with FE 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS kit | $2,000 | Amazon | Adorama |
The Sony Alpha A7II will go on sale on December 5, 2014 with a price for 190,000 yen (around $1,500) in Japan. There is no word yet on international availability and pricing.
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Sony Alpha A7 II Specifications
| Body type | |
|---|---|
| Body type | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Body material | Magnesium alloy |
| Sensor | |
| Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 |
| Other resolutions | 6000 x 3376, 3936 x 2624, 3936 x 2216, 3008 x 1688, 3008 x 2000 |
| Image ratio w:h | 3:2, 16:9 |
| Effective pixels | 24 megapixels |
| Sensor photo detectors | 25 megapixels |
| Sensor size | Full frame (35.8 x 23.9 mm) |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
| Processor | Bionz X |
| Color space | sRGB, AdobeRGB |
| Color filter array | Primary color filter |
| Image | |
| ISO | 100-25600 |
| White balance presets | 10 |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
| Image stabilization | Sensor-shift |
| Image stabilization notes | 4.5 stops |
| Uncompressed format | RAW |
| JPEG quality levels | Extra fine, fine, standard |
| File format |
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| Image parameters |
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| Optics & Focus | |
| Autofocus |
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| Autofocus assist lamp | Yes |
| Digital zoom | Yes (4) |
| Manual focus | Yes |
| Number of focus points | 117 |
| Lens mount | Sony E (NEX) |
| Focal length multiplier | 1× |
| Screen / viewfinder | |
| Articulated LCD | Tilting |
| Screen size | 3″ |
| Screen dots | 1,230,000 |
| Touch screen | No |
| Screen type | Xtra Fine LCD |
| Live view | Yes |
| Viewfinder type | Electronic |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.71× |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,359,000 |
| Photography features | |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 sec |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 sec |
| Exposure modes |
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| Scene modes |
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| Built-in flash | No |
| External flash | Yes (via Multi Interface shoe) |
| Flash X sync speed | 1/250 sec |
| Drive modes |
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| Continuous drive | 5.0 fps |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
| Metering modes |
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| Exposure compensation | ±5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
| AE Bracketing | ±5 (3, 5 frames at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV, 2 EV steps) |
| WB Bracketing | Yes |
| Videography features | |
| Resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
| Format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
| Videography notes | Supports XAVC S codec (50Mbps) and S Log2 flat picture profile |
| Microphone | Stereo |
| Speaker | Mono |
| Storage | |
| Storage types | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Connectivity | |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI | Yes (micro-HDMI port with 4K still, uncompressed video output) |
| Microphone port | Yes |
| Headphone port | Yes |
| Wireless | Built-In |
| Wireless notes | with NFC and wireless control via PlayMemories Mobile app |
| Remote control | Yes (wired) |
| Physical | |
| Environmentally sealed | Yes |
| Battery | Battery Pack |
| Battery description | NP-FW50 lithium-ion battery and charger |
| Battery Life (CIPA) | 350 |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 556 g (1.23 lb / 19.61 oz) |
| Dimensions | 127 x 96 x 60 mm (5 x 3.78 x 2.36″) |
| Other features | |
| Orientation sensor | Yes |
| Timelapse recording | No |
| GPS | None |
Sony Alpha A7 II Product Images
via Sony.Net
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