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Sony A7R II vs Sony A7R III

Portability
68
Imaging
76
Features
84
Overall
79
Sony Alpha A7R II front
 
Sony Alpha A7R III front
Portability
63
Imaging
78
Features
93
Overall
84

Sony A7R II vs Sony A7R III Key Specs

Sony A7R II
(Full Review)
  • 42MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Boost to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 625g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
  • Launched June 2015
  • Superseded the Sony A7R
  • Renewed by Sony A7R III
Sony A7R III
(Full Review)
  • 42MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 32000 (Raise to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 657g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
  • Announced October 2017
  • Previous Model is Sony A7R II
  • Successor is Sony A7R IV
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Sony A7R II vs Sony A7R III Overview

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Sony A7R II vs Sony A7R III, both Pro Mirrorless cameras and both are produced by Sony. The resolution of the A7R II (42MP) and the A7R III (42MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The A7R II was revealed 3 years before the A7R III which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the A7R II matches up versus the A7R III with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Sony A7R II over the Sony A7R III

 A7R II A7R III 

Reasons to pick Sony A7R III over the Sony A7R II

 A7R III A7R II 
AnnouncedOctober 2017June 2015Newer by 28 months
Screen resolution1440k1229kSharper screen (+211k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Sony A7R II and Sony A7R III

 A7R II A7R III 
Manual focus Very accurate focus
Screen typeTiltingTiltingTilting screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurements
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Sony A7R II vs Sony A7R III Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony A7R II enjoys physical dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") and a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs) while the Sony A7R III has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony A7R II vs Sony A7R III in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the A7R II compared to the A7R III.

Sony A7R II vs Sony A7R III size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the A7R II and A7R III is 68 and 63 respectively.

Sony A7R II vs Sony A7R III top view buttons comparison

Sony A7R II vs Sony A7R III Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the A7R II and A7R III.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you will want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged A7R II will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Sony A7R II vs Sony A7R III sensor size comparison

Sony A7R II vs Sony A7R III Screen and ViewFinder

Sony A7R II vs Sony A7R III Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sony A7R II Portrait photography details
Sony A7R III Portrait photography details
85
focusing manually
MP count great (42MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
includes face detect focusing
exports RAW files
86
you can focus manually
resolution is high (42 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports face detection focusing
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Sony A7R II Street photography factors
Sony A7R III Street photography factors
81
has a tilting screen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
exports RAW files
environment sealing
above average high ISO (25,600)
79
screen tilts up and down
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
boasts touch to focus
weather proof
great ISO range (32,000)
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Sports Comparison

Sony A7R II Sports photography advice
Sony A7R III Sports photography advice
76
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count great (42 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
includes tracking focus
environment sealing
supports phase detect AF
max frames per second low (5.0 frames per second)
not so great battery power (290 CIPA)
89
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is high (42MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports tracking autofocus
weather proof
great battery life (650 CIPA)
sensor has phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Sony A7R II
Travel photography with Sony A7R III
62
environment sealing
MP count great (42 megapixels)
not so great battery power (290 CIPA)
display isn't selfie friendly
74
great battery life (650 CIPA)
weather proof
connects via bluetooth
boasts touch to focus
resolution is high (42 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Sony A7R II Landscape photography highlights
Sony A7R III Landscape photography highlights
82
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count great (42 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
no low pass filter
above average high ISO (25,600)
exports RAW files
environment sealing
not so great battery power (290 CIPA)
87
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Sony E mount)
good sized screen (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is high (42 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
no anti-alias filter
great ISO range (32,000)
delivers RAW formats
weather proof
great battery life (650 shots)
2 card slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Sony A7R II
Vlogging with Sony A7R III
37
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detect focusing
great video quality (3840 x 2160 pixels)
comes with microphone socket
display isn't selfie friendly
37
touch screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
supports face detection focusing
video res high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
includes external microphone support
display is not selfie friendly
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Sony A7R II vs Sony A7R III Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sony A7R II and Sony A7R III
 Sony Alpha A7R IISony Alpha A7R III
General Information
Company Sony Sony
Model type Sony Alpha A7R II Sony Alpha A7R III
Class Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Launched 2015-06-10 2017-10-25
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip Bionz X Bionz X
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor measurements 35.9 x 24mm 35.9 x 24mm
Sensor surface area 861.6mm² 861.6mm²
Sensor resolution 42 megapixel 42 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 7974 x 5316 7952 x 5304
Maximum native ISO 25600 32000
Maximum enhanced ISO 102400 102400
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Minimum enhanced ISO 50 50
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 399 425
Lens
Lens support Sony E Sony E
Amount of lenses 121 121
Crop factor 1 1
Screen
Type of display Tilting Tilting
Display sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 1,229k dots 1,440k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,359k dots 3,686k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.78x 0.78x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 5.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes no built-in flash Off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 3840x2160
Video file format MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.1 Gen 1(5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 625g (1.38 lbs) 657g (1.45 lbs)
Physical dimensions 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 98 100
DXO Color Depth rating 26.0 26.0
DXO Dynamic range rating 13.9 14.7
DXO Low light rating 3434 3523
Other
Battery life 290 photos 650 photos
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-FW50 NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures))
Time lapse recording With downloadable app
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo Two SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II support on one)
Card slots One 2
Retail pricing $2,913 $2,800