Sony A7R vs Sony A7S
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Sony A7R vs Sony A7S Key Specs
(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
(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
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 GlossaryThe 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.
Sony A7R vs Sony A7S Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha A7R & Sony Alpha A7S. The complete galleries are available at Sony A7R Gallery & Sony A7S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A7R over the Sony A7S
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Reasons to pick Sony A7S over the Sony A7R
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Common features in the Sony A7R and Sony A7S
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Announced | February 2014 | April 2014 | Same age | |
Manually focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display sizing | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 1230k | Identical 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.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.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A7R and A7S is 78 and 77 respectively.
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.
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Sony A7R vs Sony A7S Specifications
Sony Alpha A7R | Sony Alpha A7S | |
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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 |