Sony A7R III vs Sony A7S II
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Sony A7R III vs Sony A7S II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 42MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Increase 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
- Released October 2017
- Replaced the Sony A7R II
- Successor is Sony A7R IV
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Increase to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 627g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
- Released October 2015
- Succeeded the Sony A7S
- Replacement is Sony A7S III
Sony A7R III vs Sony A7S II Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Sony A7R III vs Sony A7S II, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and both of them are created by Sony. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the A7R III (42MP) and A7S II (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (Full frame).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe A7R III was launched 2 years later than the A7S II and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the A7R III matches up against the A7S II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony A7R III vs Sony A7S II Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha A7R III & Sony Alpha A7S II. The complete galleries are provided at Sony A7R III Gallery & Sony A7S II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A7R III over the Sony A7S II
A7R III | A7S II | |||
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Released | October 2017 | October 2015 | Fresher by 25 months | |
Display resolution | 1440k | 1229k | Clearer display (+211k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7S II over the Sony A7R III
A7S II | A7R III |
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Common features in the Sony A7R III and Sony A7S II
A7R III | A7S II | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Sony A7R III vs Sony A7S II Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Sony A7R III comes with external dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Sony A7S II has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).
Compare the Sony A7R III vs Sony A7S II in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the A7R III against the A7S II.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the A7R III and A7S II is 63 and 68 respectively.
Sony A7R III vs Sony A7S II Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The photograph below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the A7R III and A7S II.
As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony A7R III to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 30MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The younger A7R III will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Sony A7R III vs Sony A7S II Specifications
Sony Alpha A7R III | Sony Alpha A7S II | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha A7R III | Sony Alpha A7S II |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2017-10-25 | 2015-10-12 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Bionz X | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 861.6mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 42 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 7952 x 5304 | 4240 x 2832 |
Highest native ISO | 32000 | 102400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | 409600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 425 | 169 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Sony E | Sony E |
Total lenses | 121 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,440k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,686k dot | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 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]) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1(5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 657g (1.45 lb) | 627g (1.38 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") | 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 100 | 85 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 26.0 | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.7 | 13.3 |
DXO Low light rating | 3523 | 2993 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 650 pictures | 370 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-FZ100 | 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 | |
Type of storage | Two SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II support on one) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Two | One |
Launch cost | $2,800 | $2,767 |