Sony A7R II vs Sony S980
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Sony A7R II vs Sony S980 Key Specs
(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 Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 625g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
- Released June 2015
- Earlier Model is Sony A7R
- Replacement is Sony A7R III
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Revealed February 2009
Sony A7R II vs Sony S980 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Sony A7R II and Sony S980, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by Sony. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the A7R II (42MP) and S980 (12MP) and the A7R II (Full frame) and S980 (1/2.3") posses different sensor measurements.
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe A7R II was launched 6 years after the S980 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sony A7R II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony S980 being a Compact camera.
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the A7R II matches up against the S980 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony A7R II vs Sony S980 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha A7R II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The complete galleries are available at Sony A7R II Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A7R II over the Sony S980
A7R II | S980 | |||
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Revealed | June 2015 | February 2009 | More modern by 77 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 230k | Clearer screen (+999k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S980 over the Sony A7R II
S980 | A7R II |
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Common features in the Sony A7R II and Sony S980
A7R II | S980 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Sony A7R II vs Sony S980 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Sony A7R II enjoys external 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 S980 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Sony A7R II and Sony S980 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the A7R II and the S980.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the A7R II and S980 is 68 and 94 respectively.
Sony A7R II vs Sony S980 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the A7R II and S980.
Clearly, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The A7R II due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Sony A7R II will give you more detail utilizing its extra 30 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher A7R II should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Sony A7R II vs Sony S980 Specifications
Sony Alpha A7R II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha A7R II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2015-06-10 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Bionz X | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 861.6mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 42 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 7974 x 5316 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 399 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Sony E | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 10cm |
Number of lenses | 121 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 1,229 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 625g (1.38 pounds) | 167g (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 98 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 26.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 3434 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-FW50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $2,913 | $300 |