Sony A7R vs Sony A7R II

Below, we will be evaluating the Sony A7R and Sony A7R II, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and they are both sold by Sony. The image resolution of the A7R (36MP) and the A7R II (42MP) is pretty similar and they come with the exact same sensor size (Full frame).

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The A7R was revealed 16 months prior to the A7R II which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the A7R matches up vs the A7R II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha A7R and Sony Alpha A7R II. The full galleries are available at Sony A7R Gallery and Sony A7R II Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Sony A7R comes with exterior dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs) while the Sony A7R II has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the A7R versus the A7R II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the A7R and A7R II is 78 and 68 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A7R and A7R II.

Plainly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony A7R II to offer more detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots much more aggressively. The older A7R is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.