Sony A7R V vs Sony A7S II
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Sony A7R V vs Sony A7S II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.20" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Raise to 102800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Sony E Mount
- 723g - 131 x 97 x 82mm
- Launched October 2022
- Previous Model is Sony A7R IV
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Increase 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
- Introduced October 2015
- Replaced the Sony A7S
- Updated by Sony A7S III
Sony A7R V vs Sony A7S II Overview
Here is a detailed overview of the Sony A7R V vs Sony A7S II, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and both of them are built by Sony. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the A7R V (61MP) and A7S II (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (Full frame).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe A7R V was introduced 7 years later than the A7S II and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the A7R V scores vs the A7S II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony A7R V vs Sony A7S II Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha A7R V and Sony Alpha A7S II. The whole galleries are provided at Sony A7R V Gallery and Sony A7S II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A7R V over the Sony A7S II
A7R V | A7S II | |||
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Introduced | October 2022 | October 2015 | Fresher by 86 months | |
Screen type | Fully articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3.20" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2360k | 1229k | Crisper screen (+1131k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7S II over the Sony A7R V
A7S II | A7R V |
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Common features in the Sony A7R V and Sony A7S II
A7R V | A7S II | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focus |
Sony A7R V vs Sony A7S II Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony A7R V has outside measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") along with a weight of 723 grams (1.59 lbs) whilst the Sony A7S II has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).
Take a look at the Sony A7R V vs Sony A7S II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the A7R V compared to the A7S II.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the A7R V and A7S II is 60 and 68 respectively.
Sony A7R V vs Sony A7S II Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The visual below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the A7R V and A7S II.
As you can tell, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony A7R V to resolve greater detail using its extra 49 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The younger A7R V provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Sony A7R V vs Sony A7S II Specifications
Sony Alpha A7R V | Sony Alpha A7S II | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha A7R V | Sony Alpha A7S II |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2022-10-26 | 2015-10-12 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.8 x 23.8mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 852.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 61 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 9504 x 6336 | 4240 x 2832 |
Highest native ISO | 32000 | 102400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 102800 | 409600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 693 | 169 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 187 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully articulated | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3.20 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 2,360k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 9,440k dot | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.9x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync. | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/250 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 7680x4320 ( 25p, 23.98) | 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 | 7680x4320 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 723 gr (1.59 lbs) | 627 gr (1.38 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 97 x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") | 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 85 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 2993 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 600 shots | 370 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-FZ100 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 2 | Single |
Price at release | $3,900 | $2,767 |