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Sony Alpha a7II Mirrorless Digital Camera with 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens

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Features

  • Worlds first 5 axis in body image stabilization in a full frame camera.Power requirements: AC 100 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz, 70 mA. Output voltage: DC 5 V, 1.5 A
  • Use your favorite lenses without blur from camera shake; High 50 Mbps bit rate XAVC S21 format recording of Full HD movies
  • Capture stunning images with full frame, 24.3MP resolution. Lens Compensation: Peripheral shading, chromatic aberration, distortion
  • Fast hybrid AF with phase detection: 30 percent faster than a7
  • Compatible with Sonys E mount lenses, and others with adaptors

Description

Sony Alpha a7 IIK E-mount interchangeable lens mirrorless camera with full frame sensor with 28-70mm Lens. From the Manufacturer Full- frame Mirrorless CameraMinimize blur in every shot with the world’s first in- body 5-axis image stabilization in a full-frame camera. Best of all, it works with your favorite lenses. With 24.3MP resolution, super-fast autofocus and a compact design, you’ll capture breathtaking imagery and video that is more stable than ever. TechnologyWorld’s first 5-axis in-body image stabilization in a full-frame camera.Reduce blur caused by camera shake from five different directionsβ€”vertical, horizontal, pitch, yaw and rollβ€”as opposed to only two in previous systems. The 5-axis image stabilizing system excels during video recording and even compensates for blur caused by the photographer walking or running. It’s a true marvel of engineering.Use your favorite lenses with minimized blur from camera shake.With image stabilization built it into the body of the camera itself, mounted lensesβ€”even A-mount or non-Sony lenses using an adaptor 2β€”can utilize the 5-axis image stabilization for both still images and video. It even enhances lenses that already have optical image stabilization systems.Full-frame, 24.3MP resolution.Capture stunning images with 24.3MP resolution, a 35mm full-frame sensor, a normal sensor range of ISO 100–25600, and a sophisticated balance of high-resolving power, gradation and low noise. The BIONZ X image processor enables up to 5 fps high-speed continuous shooting and high-50Mb/s XAVC S video recording. Fast hybrid AF with phase-detection - 30% faster than Ξ±7.This fast hybrid autofocus system utilizes 117 phase-detection points and 25 contrast-detection points. Updated from the Ξ±7, this new autofocus algorithm improves subject-tracking performance and focusing speed by approximately 30%.Utilizes Sony’s E-mount lens system.Take advantage of the growing family of E-mount lenses, including G Series and ZEISS. The E-mount lens system is particularly well-suited for video shooting, with a variety of models containing β€œmovie-friendly” features like smooth focusing, powered zoom control and silent iris/aperture control.High contrast, 2.4-million dot OLED EVF for eye-level framing.View every scene in rich detail with the XGA OLED Tru-Finder, which features OLED improvements and 3-lens optical system. The viewfinder faithfully displays what will appear in your recording, including the effects of your camera settings, so you can accurately monitor the results. You’ll enjoy rich tonal gradations and high-end features like 100% frame coverage, a wide viewing angle, and more. Additional FeaturesRecord Full HD in XAVC S format up to 50Mb/s.The Ξ±7II adopts the high bitrate, workflow-friendly XAVC S recording format in addition to AVCHD and MP4 codecs. XAVC S format allows for Full HD recording at a data rate of 50 mbps with lower compression for improved video quality. The Ξ±7II can record Full HD (1920x1080) at frame rates of 60p, 60i, 30p and 24p directly to a compatible memory card. Video modes can be changed from full-frame to APS-C (super 35mm equivalent) if desired, and in this crop mode, the camera can support high frame rate 120fps shooting at standard HD resolution (1280 x 720p), creating a 5x slow-motion effect.3 LCD screen tilts up and down for easy high and low-angle framing.The tiltable 3” (1,229k dots) Xtra Fine LCD Display makes it easy to photograph over crowds, or low to capture pets eye-to-eye by swinging up approx. 90Β° and down approx. 45Β°. Easily scroll through menus and preview life thanks to WhiteMagic technology that dramatically increases visibility in bright daylight. The large display delivers brilliant-quality still images and movies while enabling easy focusing operation.Simple connectivity to smartphones via Wi- Fi/NFC.Connectivity with smartphones for One-touch sharing/One-touch remote has been simplified with Wi-Fi/NFC control. In addition to Wi-Fi support for connecting to smartphones, Ξ±7II also supports NFC (near field communication) providing β€œone-touch connection” convenience when transferring images to Android smartphones and tablets with NFC. Simply touch devices to connect. Tether your camera to a PC for Remote Camera Control.Remote Camera Control allows you to control your Ξ±7II from your PC and transfer files using a USB cable. Feature control has also been updated to include video capture control.Personalize your camera with PlayMemories Camera Apps.Add new features to your Ξ±7II with PlayMemories Camera Apps. Find apps to fit your shooting style - with everything from portraits, detailed close-ups, sports, time lapse, motion shot and more. Use apps that shoot, share and save photos to your smartphone using Wi-Fi, making it easy to post photos directly to Facebook or backup images to the cloud without connecting to a computer.Designed for a pro-workflow with Picture Profile, S-Log2 and time code.The Ξ±7II is equipped with S-Log2 gamma. Common to Sony’s range of professional video cameras, S-Log2 expands the dynamic range by up to 1300% to minimize clipped highlights and loss of detail in shadows. The Ξ±7II include a picture profile that can adjust settings like gamma, black, level and color adjustment, and can be saved for use in a multi-camera shoot. It also has Full HD base band HDMI output, time code/user bit for easier editing, synchronous recording feature with compatible devices, various marker and zebra displays on both the LCD screen and viewfinder. Compatible with professional microphone systems.The Ξ±7II has a Multi-terminal interface shoe that is compatible with Sony’s XLR Adaptor Microphone Kits (XLR-K1M and XLR-K2M), allowing you to use professional microphone systems during recording. 1Users may enter the focal length manually (8mm – 1000mm) for lenses that do not communicate with the camera, and are mounted via an adapter (sold sep.). 2Compatibility with lenses other than Sony E-mount requires optional adaptors. Function is not guaranteed and may vary by adaptor and lens. 3Records in up to 29 minute segments. 499 points when an APS-C lens compatible with Fast Hybrid AF is mounted. 5Requires a valid Sony Entertainment Network account. Some apps require a fee. 2014 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony is not responsible for typographical and photographic errors. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.Sony, BIONZ X, Exmor, InfoLITHIUM, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, the Memory Stick logo, PlayMemories Home, PlayMemories Mobile, PlayMemories Camera Apps, PlayMemories Online, Remote Commander, SteadyShot, SteadyShot INSIDE, Smile Shutter, Stamina, Theatre Sync, Sweep Panorama, Xtra Fine LCD and the Sony logo are trademarks of Sony. AVCHD is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. Microsoft, Windows is a trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Mac OS and iMovie are trademarks of Apple Computers, Inc. HDMI is a trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Noise Reduction : Long exposure NR: On/Off, available at shutter speeds longer than 1 sec., High ISO NR: Normal/Low/Off selectable

Compatible Mountings: Sony FE


Aspect Ratio: Unknown


Photo Sensor Technology: CMOS


Supported File Format: JPEG (DCF 2.0, EXIF 2.3), RAW (ARW 2.3)


Image Stabilization: Sensor-shift


Maximum Focal Length: 70 Millimeters


Optical Zoom: 2 x


Maximum Aperture: 5.6 f


Expanded ISO Minimum: 50


Metering Description: Multi, Center-weighted, Spot


Camera Lens: 28-70mm


Zoom: optical


Maximum Focal Length: 70 Millimeters


Minimum Focal Length: 28 Millimeters


Optical Zoom: 2 x


Digital Zoom: 4


Lens Correction Type: Chromatic Aberration


Number of Diaphragm Blades: 7


Lens Construction: 9 Elements in 8 Groups


Focal Length Description: 28 to 70mm


Lens Type: interchangeable


Photo Filter Thread Size: 55 Millimeters


Real Angle Of View: 34.3 Degrees


Photo Filter Size: 55 Millimeters


Audio Output Type: Headphone


Processor Count: 1


Crop Factor: 1.0


Photo Sensor Resolution: 24.7 MP


Has Image Stabilization: Yes


MicrophoneTechnology: Stereo


Item Weight: 1.3 Pounds


Sensor Type: CMOS


Minimum Aperture: 22 f


Audio Input: Microphone


Viewfinder: Electronic


Expanded ISO Maximum: 25600


Viewfinder Display Size: 3 Inches


Long Exposure Shutter Mode: Time


Flash Modes: P-TTL


Warranty Type: 12


Frame Rate: Up to 60 fps


Expanded ISO Minimum: 50


Flash Sync Speed: 1/250 sec


Battery Cell Type: Lithium Ion


Continuous Shooting: 5


Is Electric: Yes


Specific Uses For Product: Photography and Videography


Eye Relief: 27 Millimeters


Image stabilization: Sensor-shift


Audio Recording: Yes


Maximum Shutter Speed: 1/8000 seconds


Viewfinder Resolution: 2359296 Dots


Viewfinder Coverage Percentage: 1


Battery Weight: 1.5 Ounces


Autofocus: Yes


Autofocus Points: 117


Focus Features: Hybrid


Focus Type: Manual Focus


Auto Focus Technology: Phase Detection, Center, Selective single-point, Face Detection, Multi-area, Single, Continuous, Live View, Contrast Detection


Focus Mode: Direct Manual Focus (DMF), Continuous-Servo AF (AF-C), Manual Focus (MF), Single-Servo AF (AF-S)


Memory Slots Available: 1


Flash Memory Video Speed Class: UHS Speed Class 3


Flash Memory Bus Interface Type: SD


Recording Capacity: 30 minutes


Flash Memory Type: SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo


Media Speed: up to 104 MB/s


Total USB Ports: 1


Connectivity Technology: USB, HDMI, NFC


Total USB 2.0 Ports: 1


Wireless Technology: NFC, BuiltIn


Video Output: Micro-HDMI


Data Transfer Rate: 5E+1 Megabits Per Second


Night vision: No


Digital Scene Transition: False


Image Capture Type: Video


Movie Mode: Yes


Shooting Modes: AUTO, programmed AE, aperture priority, shutter-speed priority, manual, movie, sweep panorama and scene selection


Digital-Still: Yes


Model Series: Alpha 7


Global Trade Identification Number: 39


Built-In Media: Sony Alpha A7 Ii Mirrorless Digital Camera With Fe 28-70Mm F/3.5-5.6 Oss Lens, Micro-Usb Cable, Shoulder Strap, Fe 28-70Mm F/3.5-5.6 Oss Lens, Eyepiece Cup, Np-Fw50 Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Battery (1020Mah), Body Cap, Ac-Uud11 Ac Adaptor, Limited 1-Year Warranty, Multi-Interface Shoe Cover


UPC: 027242888739


Age Range Description: Adult


Model Name: Sony Alpha a7II


Remote Included: No


Model Number: ILCE7M2K/B


Brand: Sony


Are Batteries Included: Yes


Display Type: LCD


Display Fixture Type: Tilting


Dots Per Screen: 2359296.0 dots


Screen Size: 3 Inches


Display Resolution Maximum: 1230000


Has Color Screen: Yes


Self Timer: 2 seconds, 10 seconds


Exposure Control: Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority


White Balance Settings: Auto, Incandescent, Daylight, Color Temperature, Underwater, Fluorescent, Custom, Cloudy, Flash torch, Shade


Crop Mode: Full-Frame


Metering Methods: Multi, Center-weighted, Spot


Aspect Ratio: Unknown


JPEG Quality Level: Basic, Fine, Normal


Total Still Resolution: 24.7 MP


Maximum Image Size: 6E+3 Pixels


Supported Image Format: JPEG, RAW, Other


Bit Depth: 14 Bit


Effective Still Resolution: 24.3


File Format: JPEG (DCF 2.0, EXIF 2.3), RAW (ARW 2.3)


Frequently asked questions

The Sony Alpha a7 IIK typically lasts for about 350 shots according to CIPA battery life testing guidelines. However, this will vary depending on your usage and settings.

Yes, the Sony Alpha a7 IIK does a great job with video recording. It supports full HD video recording at 1080p, with a high bitrate XAVC S codec for great video quality.

Yes, the camera has a built-in 5-axis image stabilization system which greatly reduces blurriness caused by camera shake during handheld shooting.

The Sony Alpha a7 IIK features a full-frame 24.3 megapixel Exmor CMOS sensor which delivers superb image quality with high resolution and low noise.

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The Sony Alpha a7 IIK is lauded for its impressive image stabilization, high-quality picture capture, particularly when paired with Rokinon lenses, and user-friendly settings for both amateurs and professionals. The camera is celebrated by several users as a 'game-changer' in the world of cinematography, and even though it isn't the latest model, its performance is reported to still be competitive. There is some criticism related to charging options and lens release button placement, but in general, the camera lives up to expectations.

Pros

  • πŸ“· Impressive auto and manual focus capabilities.
  • πŸ‘ Excellent image stabilization which assists in professional-grade cinematography.
  • πŸŒ† High-quality image capture, especially when used with Rokinon lenses.
  • πŸ‘ Comprehensive control settings for both manual and auto photography.
  • ❀️ Proven good fit for both amateurs and professionals.

Cons

  • ❌ The battery charging method is not user-friendly.
  • πŸ‘Ž The lens release button is awkwardly placed.
  • πŸ’” Battery life could be improved.
  • ⚠️ Some users mention wanting more options in sharpness and aperture.

Should I Buy It?

Yes, you should consider buying the Sony Alpha a7 IIK. The product's high-quality performance makes it a good investment despite a few minor setbacks related to battery life and controls. Whether you're a professional cinematographer aiming to bring your vision to life on the big screen, or an amateur appreciating full-frame photography, this camera is a great choice.

    • The Loloho Review: Nothing Else Like It.
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The media could not be loaded. Sony is first and foremost a technology company, and they are doing things with the A7 series that are currently unequaled. This camera is unique in the marketplace. As of this writing, there's literally nothing else like it from Sony's direct competitors Nikon, Canon, Panasonic, Olympus, Fuji, & Pentax. If you want a full frame mirrorless cam (and don't want to trade your car for a Leica), you're getting an A7. The only question is which A7. (NOTE: For more detailed photos and video, check out the A7ii review on my website [...]-- also do a search for "Loloho Photo YouTube" to find my VIDEO channel with lots of photo great reviews!) The original A7 was named "camera of the year" for cramming a 24MP full frame sensor into a compact mirrorless body. How does Sony top it with the A7ii? By improving ergonomics, focus speed, video capabilities, and delivering a groundbreaking IN BODY image stabilization system - the world's first 5-Axis stabilized full frame sensor. This illustrates a couple of admirable characteristics about Sony's imaging division - they listen to customers, and they relentlessly innovate. When Sony updates a camera (which they do often), they deliver significant design changes that translate to real world improvement - not just megapixel boosts. A note about lenses: the lens situation is improving. At the time of this writing, the best native prime lenses for the A7ii are the brilliant Zeiss 55 f1.8 and the Zeiss 35. I've heard the Zeiss 16-35 is outstanding but have not tried it yet. At Photokina Sony announced a number of new E-mount lenses that are expected to hit the market in 2015. I feel the sub-100mm range will soon be pretty well covered, especially once these new lenses hit the market. Of course with an inexpensive adapter, you can use just about any lens you please with an A7, and that's what makes these cameras so wonderful. I bought my A7ii here on Amazon and got it the first day of release. In this review, I'm going to assume you know the basics about the A7 series, and go straight to the pros and cons of the new camera. For more files and video about the camera, check out my site. [...] PROS *In Body Steadyshot - This is the marquee feature and for good reason. Now ALL of your lenses have image stabilization - including those 40-year old Nikkors and Leicas. It's amazing and it works. Of course the stabilization is more helpful with lenses towards the telephoto end of the spectrum. I've tried it with my 105mm and 300mm Nikkor primes with impressive results. With native E-mount lenses that deliver focus distance information, you get full 5-Axis stabilization. If there's no electronic communication with the camera to transmit focus distance (as with older legacy lenses) you get 3-Axis stabilization. Note that for legacy lenses, you'll want to manually specify the focal length to ensure the best results. And yes, Steadyshot works a treat for handheld video too. Shortly after the A7ii hit the market, Sony released a firmware update (version 1.1) that improved the in camera Steadyshot and squashed an annoying bug - if you get an A7ii, MAKE CERTAIN that you are running the latest firmware! *Shutter release - The shutter release has been moved forward on the camera body to a more natural location. It's now right where your finger expects it to be. Alas, it's flat across the top like most DSLRs, so there's no possibility of a cable or soft shutter release. *Better Grip - The new hand grip is thicker and easier for my hand to grasp. The new grip extends about 10mm further from the body. The new grip contributes to the apparent size increase in the A7ii. *Improved Autofocus - Sony is claiming 30% better autofocus performance. While many were hoping for AF as fast as the a6000, unfortunately it's not there yet. But Sony has improved the focusing algorithms to elicit noticeably better performance. I've had good success with facial recognition, eye focus, and object tracking. A7ii autofocus is good; I have no major complaints, but it's not as fast as a DSLR or the a6000 (a camera I also own and enjoy). *Build quality - More magnesium is now used in the camera body, and it's obvious. The camera feels solid and reassuring in the hands, like it's been carved out of metal. Even the buttons and control dials add to the premium feel of the camera. *Video - The A7ii has several notable video improvements. High quality 50 Mbps XAVC S codec is now included. Built in stabilization is a HUGE help with nonstabilized lenses. Now ALL your fast primes are stabilized for video! And the camera includes a S-LOG picture profile with enhanced dynamic range that's useful for color grading. *Wifi - This is not a new feature, but Sony has done a nice job integrating wifi into the camera. The wifi integration really showcase Sony's prowess as a tech company (Nikon and Canon have badly lagged behind in this department, IMHO). We are already taking this stuff for granted, but it's really kind of incredible to remotely control your camera from your tablet or phone -- with a live image view, no less. If you want to quickly share photos from your full frame camera to social media, it's been made easy for you, no clunky adapters required. Sony needs to do a better job highlighting these features, because they are great. *Alpha menus - Sony has now standardized the Alpha menu system across several different camera bodies. It's a clean, logical user interface that works well. With a little practice, it's remarkably easy to access the features you need quickly. The upshot? You spend less time "menu diving" and more time taking photos. *EVF - The A7ii electronic viewfinder is essentially the same as the A7, but it should be noted that it's great. The EVF is what allows Sony to squeeze down the body size of the A7 series. Once you get used to having focus assist and peaking (and the results of your shot) available inside the EVF, you will love it. What once seemed like a drawback of mirrorless cameras is now a huge advantage. *Metal lens mount - The A7ii lens mount is more robust than that of the first gen cameras. No wiggle! Lenses mount nice and tight to the body. *More customizable buttons - There are now four customizable "C" buttons to which you can assign your favorite functions, like eye autofocus, focus assist, white balance. *Articulating LCD screen - The articulating LCD screen merits a mention because so many DSLRs still do not include the feature. Once you've shot with an articulating screen, you don;t want to go without one. The LCD screen provides a decent range of motion for high and low angle shots. *Startup time - Startup time of the camera has been improved, which means fewer missed shots. *Matte finish - This is a matter of taste, but I like the matte finish of the A7ii. CONS *Weight - Weight has increased over the original A7 by 146 grams or 5.15 ounces to 599 grams. This is no small increase (a 26% gain over the A7, to be precise). When packing camera gear, every ounce matters. If it gets much heavier, we're losing a key advantage of mirrorless. Yet to be fair, at 599 grams the A7ii is still lighter than the Nikon Df (760g), Canon 6D (760g), Canon 5D Mark III (950g) and Nikon D800 (980g). Of course none of those competing cameras offer in body image stabilization, or many of the other features of the A7ii. So the A7ii remains lighter than the competition while offering a uniquely powerful functionality. If the added weight is a deal killer for you, there's always the original A7. Personally, I decided that the extra features are worth the cost in weight. *Girth- The A7ii body is not quite as svelte as the original A7. Thickness of the body itself has increased by a couple of mm. It seems more pronounced because the new grip extends a good 10mm further than the old. The A7ii is (dare I say it?) a bit chunky. The body has become more like a blend of mirrorless and DSLR. I suspect that the average non-photographer would glance at this camera and assume it is a small DSLR. Note that for some people this minus will actually be a plus. Why? Because the camera handles larger/heavier lenses with better ergonomics. *Small control wheels - This is a nitpick, but the fore and aft control wheels are small and almost flush with the body. A larger size would provide better tactile feel. *No 4k video - Not a major omission to me, but the lack of 4k is a disappointment. I think it would have been easy for Sony to include 4k, but the marketing department must have other plans. If you must have 4k, you want the A7S. *No silent shutter - The shutter noise is improved over the original A7, but it's not the dead silent shutter of the A7S. *Antialiasing filter - The A7ii has a low pass filter. I'd prefer they omit it. *Poor Apps Implementation - The original idea of offering apps is a good one, but unfortunately the PlayMemories apps have been poorly implemented by Sony. The PlayMemories store has a few worthwhile offerings, but as of this writing one of the best (time lapse) isn't compatible with the A7ii. Sony needs to open up the app store to allow outside development to make the most of this functionality. (Imagine how lame iTunes or Android would be if Apple/Google provided all the apps! That's what we're getting now from Sony.) Please, Sony - either do a better job with the PlayMemories app store, or just go ahead and include the app features in our cameras from day one. *Battery charger not included - Battery life is not a strength of these cameras (rated at 350 shots per charge) so you will want extra batteries. If you want an external battery charger, you've got to buy your own. I have several batteries and prefer to charge the extras while still having my camera free to use. *Questionable flash options - There's no onboard flash, and Sony's flash offerings are disappointing. No sync speed higher than 1/250. I don't often do flash photography, but there are times when it is necessary. Personally I would appreciate an onboard bounceable flash like that of the a6000 (the a6000 flash works great in this respect) or even a small fill flash like the X100 series. CONCLUSION Whether you want an A7ii really boils down to two words : STEADYSHOT INSIDE. With the A7ii, it's all about image stabilization. The in body stabilization is actually a big deal. That's why you pay the premium for this camera over a first generation body. If you shoot with lenses that lack OSS (and that includes all legacy lenses) then it makes sense to get the A7ii. It's like getting a nice across-the-board upgrade to your lens collection. It's extremely cool to attach a 40-year old Nikkor 105mm and enjoy the benefits of stabilization. I have a host of Nikkors and some unstabilized E-mount (including the superb Zeiss FE55) that benefit. Of course the ergonomic improvements of the A7ii are welcome. I'm sure that many professionals will upgrade to the A7ii simply for the relocated shutter release button and improved grip. The 24MP sensor of the A7ii is basically the same as that used in the A7. If you want a high resolution mirrorless monster, you want the A7R. If you are heavily interested in VIDEO, your decision may come down to the A7ii versus the A7S. You might think of it this way: the A7S is a video camera that takes stills, while the A7ii is a stills camera that takes great video. While "steadyshot inside" certainly helps with handheld shooting of video on the A7ii, lowlight performance trails the A7S. If you must have the King of Lowlight Video, you still want the A7S. Because I shoot both video and stills I debated between the A7ii and the A7S. It was a difficult choice, but I ultimately decided that the superlative all around performance of the A7ii was best for me. I have owned (and in some cases still own) cameras from Nikon, Canon, Panasonic, Fuji, and Olympus. At the moment there's literally not an apples-for-apples competitor to this Sony camera. I buy the camera that is the best for my needs and am not loyal to one brand. Lately it seems that SONY is the company that's delivering innovation and excitement in this space. While Nikon and Canon have gingerly tested the waters of mirrorless camera design (no doubt to protect their existing DSLR product lines), Sony has been fearlessly pushing ahead with groundbreaking technology. Sony makes the sensors, and is hungry for market share; we photographers are reaping the benefits. Today, I find the A7ii the best general purpose full frame camera on the market. It's compact, solidly built but not too heavy, plays nice with a huge number of lenses, and is packed full of AMAZING technology. It just does everything (stills and video) very well. And by the way, the price is quite reasonable considering all it delivers. It's one of the most affordable full frame cameras you can buy. If you purchase one, I think you will enjoy it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2014 by Long Long Honeymoon
    • Amazing. Amazing. AMAZING.
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This is a fantastic camera and I've been through plenty of cameras. This is the one I'll be keeping. A little history... My first DSLR (9ish years ago) was a Nikon D40. I quickly outgrew that and bought a D90. After I while I wanted more. I got myself a D700 and that was a fantastic camera. At some point I got sick of the weight of heavy cameras and lenses. I sold all of my Nikon gear and bought a Sony Nex7. I loved the light weight...but I was never happy with the image quality. Sooo...back to Nikon. Bought a D7100 and a bunch of lenses. I took a trip to Italy and midway through the trip decided that I needed to look at other options. Once again I was sick of carrying around all that weight. I planned to sell my Nikon stuff (again) and look back at the mirrorless options. I never got the chance because my camera bag was stolen on the way to Milan. Once I got home I started investigating my options. I tried an Olympus E-M1 but that didn't suit me. It's a nice camera but just wasn't up to the standard in image quality that I was used to. Next, I tried the Fuji X-T1. That is a beautiful machine. I would've been happy with it...If I hadn't also tried out the Sony a7. I was happier with the image quality from the Sony, but happier with the feel of the Fuji camera. In the end, image quality won and I kept the Sony. For my type of photography (landscapes, portraits) the Sony fit me very well. The autofocus was acceptable, but not great. But with my kind of work this isn't that big a deal. But I was never happy with the quality of the actual camera body. Just felt a little cheap. Then the a7ii was announced and I decided to trade up. While the camera is a bit heavier, the trade off of AMAZING handling makes it well worth it. The camera oozes quality and feels much nicer to hold than any other mirrorless camera I have tried. The in-body image stabilization is also great. I can handhold with the 55 1.8 at 1/4 second pretty consistently. I can get good images slower that that too, but they are more hit-or-miss. Still, the fact that I CAN get clear images at 1 second is insane. Autofocus is also noticeably better than on the a7. It's not in the same league as a Nikon DSLR like my old D7100, but for me that's not a big deal. If I were shooting sports then the Sony would be out...simple as that. For me, this is pretty much the perfect camera. I'm using it with the FE 55mm f1.8 and FE 16-35mm f4. I also have a Rokinon 85mm f1.4 (replaced my Nikon 85 1.4G that was stolen) and I just ordered a Canon FD 135mm f2.0 for portraits. That pretty much covers all my needs. Very very happy with this camera. Oh, I also got a Nissin i40 flash for Christmas and it is a great match with this camera when you need it. It's remarkably powerful for its size and doesn't look ridiculous on the a7ii. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2014 by James S. Yelverton

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