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Sony A7R vs Sony A7S

Portability
78
Imaging
74
Features
76
Overall
74
Sony Alpha A7R front
 
Sony Alpha A7S front
Portability
77
Imaging
60
Features
73
Overall
65

Sony A7R vs Sony A7S Key Specs

Sony A7R
(Full Review)
  • 36MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 465g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
  • Revealed February 2014
  • Successor is Sony A7R II
Sony A7S
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 409600
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 489g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
  • Announced April 2014
  • Successor is Sony A7S II
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Sony A7R vs Sony A7S Overview

Below, we are evaluating the Sony A7R versus Sony A7S, both Pro Mirrorless cameras and they are both designed by Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the A7R (36MP) and A7S (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (Full frame).

Photography Glossary

The A7R was released at a similar time to the A7S and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the A7R matches up against the A7S when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Sony A7R over the Sony A7S

 A7R A7S 

Reasons to pick Sony A7S over the Sony A7R

 A7S A7R 

Common features in the Sony A7R and Sony A7S

 A7R A7S 
AnnouncedFebruary 2014April 2014Same age
Manually focus Dial exact focusing
Display typeTiltingTiltingTilting display
Display dimension3"3"Identical display sizing
Display resolution1230k1230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch display Neither offers Touch display

Sony A7R vs Sony A7S Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony A7R offers exterior measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs) and the Sony A7S has dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).

Contrast the Sony A7R versus Sony A7S in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the A7R vs the A7S.

Sony A7R vs Sony A7S size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A7R and A7S is 78 and 77 respectively.

Sony A7R vs Sony A7S top view buttons comparison

Sony A7R vs Sony A7S Sensor Comparison

Normally, its tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out technical specs. The graphic here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A7R and A7S.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can expect to see the Sony A7R to show greater detail as a result of its extra 24MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively.

Sony A7R vs Sony A7S sensor size comparison

Sony A7R vs Sony A7S Screen and ViewFinder

Sony A7R vs Sony A7S Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Sony A7R
Portrait photography with Sony A7S
84
manual focus
MP count high (36MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
has face detect focusing
saves RAW formats
68
has manual focus
large sensor size (Full frame)
has face detect focus
delivers RAW formats
sensor resolution low (12MP)
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Street Comparison

Sony A7R Street photography advice
Sony A7S Street photography advice
80
has a tilting screen
big sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
environment sealing
lighter than competition (465g)
great high ISO (25,600)
no image stabilization
76
screen tilts
large sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
environment sealing
lighter than others in class (489g)
great high ISO (409,600)
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Sony A7R
Sports photography with Sony A7S
62
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
MP count high (36 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
environment sealing
max fps low (4.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
terrible battery (340 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect AF
52
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
large sensor size (Full frame)
has tracking focus
environment sealing
low fps (5.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
bad battery life (360 shots)
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Sony A7R Travel photography factors
Sony A7S Travel photography factors
70
lighter than competition (465 grams)
environment sealing
MP count high (36MP)
terrible battery (340 CIPA)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
58
lighter than others in class (489g)
environment sealing
bad battery life (360 per charge)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Sony A7R Landscape photography highlights
Sony A7S Landscape photography highlights
78
manual focus
switch lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
MP count high (36 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
doesnt have anti aliasing filter
great high ISO (25,600)
saves RAW formats
environment sealing
no image stabilization
terrible battery (340 per charge)
66
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
large sensor size (Full frame)
great high ISO (409,600)
delivers RAW formats
environment sealing
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
bad battery life (360 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Sony A7R Vlogging highlights
Sony A7S Vlogging highlights
36
has face detect focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
does have mic support
lighter than competition (465g)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
34
has face detect focus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
has microphone support
lighter than others in class (489g)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
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Sony A7R vs Sony A7S Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sony A7R and Sony A7S
 Sony Alpha A7RSony Alpha A7S
General Information
Manufacturer Sony Sony
Model type Sony Alpha A7R Sony Alpha A7S
Category Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Revealed 2014-02-13 2014-04-06
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Bionz X Bionz X
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor measurements 35.9 x 24mm 35.8 x 23.9mm
Sensor area 861.6mm² 855.6mm²
Sensor resolution 36MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 7360 x 4912 4240 x 2832
Maximum native ISO 25600 409600
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 25 25
Lens
Lens mount type Sony E Sony E
Available lenses 121 121
Focal length multiplier 1 1
Screen
Display type Tilting Tilting
Display size 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 1,230k dots 1,230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display tech Xtra Fine LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,359k dots 2,359k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.71x 0.71x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 4.0 frames per second 5.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options no built-in flash no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/160 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) 3840 x 2160, XAVC S 1080 60p(50Mbps), 30p (50Mbps), 24p (50Mbps). 720 120p (50Mbps). AVCHD 60p (28Mbps), 60i (24Mbps/17Mbps), 24p (24Mbps/17Mbps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 3840x2160
Video format MPEG-4, AVCHD MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 465g (1.03 lb) 489g (1.08 lb)
Dimensions 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 95 87
DXO Color Depth rating 25.6 23.9
DXO Dynamic range rating 14.1 13.2
DXO Low light rating 2746 3702
Other
Battery life 340 shots 360 shots
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-FW50 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 recording With downloadable app With downloadable app
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo
Card slots One One
Pricing at release $1,898 $1,998