Sony A7 II vs Sony A7S II
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Sony A7 II vs Sony A7S II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 599g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
- Released November 2014
- Earlier Model is Sony A7
- Successor is Sony A7 III
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Raise to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 627g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
- Launched October 2015
- Succeeded the Sony A7S
- Refreshed by Sony A7S III
Sony A7 II vs Sony A7S II Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Sony A7 II versus Sony A7S II, both Pro Mirrorless cameras and both are created by Sony. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the A7 II (24MP) and A7S II (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (Full frame).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe A7 II was introduced 10 months prior to the A7S II so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the A7 II scores vs the A7S II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony A7 II vs Sony A7S II Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha A7 II and Sony Alpha A7S II. The whole galleries are available at Sony A7 II Gallery and Sony A7S II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A7 II over the Sony A7S II
A7 II | A7S II | |||
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Display resolution | 1230k | 1229k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A7S II over the Sony A7 II
A7S II | A7 II | |||
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Launched | October 2015 | November 2014 | Newer by 10 months |
Common features in the Sony A7 II and Sony A7S II
A7 II | A7S II | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Sony A7 II vs Sony A7S II Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Sony A7 II provides physical dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Sony A7S II has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).
Take a look at the Sony A7 II versus Sony A7S II in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the A7 II compared to the A7S II.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A7 II and A7S II is 69 and 68 respectively.
Sony A7 II vs Sony A7S II Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The pic underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A7 II and A7S II.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony A7 II to provide you with greater detail using its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged A7 II will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
Sony A7 II vs Sony A7S II Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony A7 II vs Sony A7S II Specifications
Sony Alpha A7 II | Sony Alpha A7S II | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha A7 II | Sony Alpha A7S II |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2014-11-20 | 2015-10-12 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Bionz X | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.8 x 23.9mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 855.6mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4240 x 2832 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 102400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | 409600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 117 | 169 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Sony E | Sony E |
Available lenses | 121 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,230k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dot | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 4K (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p [60-100Mbps]), Full HD (1920 x 1080 @ 120p/60p/60i/30p/24p [50-100Mbps]), 720p (30p [16Mbps]) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 599 gr (1.32 pounds) | 627 gr (1.38 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") | 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 90 | 85 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.9 | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.6 | 13.3 |
DXO Low light rating | 2449 | 2993 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | 370 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-FW50 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | With downloadable app |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $1,456 | $2,767 |