α7 E-mount Camera with Full Frame Sensor

Model: ILCE-7
RM 1,723.00
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  • Features

    24.3 MP 35mm full frame sensor

    Sony, one of the world's leading makers of image sensors, combined its top new technologies to achieve the high resolution and image quality in history. This revolutionary 35mm full-frame Exmorª CMOS image sensor collects light with record efficiency to achieve high sensitivity, a wide dynamic range and an incredible new level of realism while significantly reducing noise.

    Micro-engineering advances

    The exceptional performance of the image sensor was achieved through various advanced sensor features. First, compressing circuitry height dramatically increases the amount of light collected by each pixel, while photodiode expansion technology increased the size of the photodiode at every pixel to improve the sensor's dynamic range and further raise sensitivity while maintaining low noise and achieving a high S/N ratio.

    BIONZ X processor

    Sony proudly introduces the new BIONZ X image processing engine, which faithfully reproduces textures and details in real time, as seen by the naked eye, via extra high-speed processing capabilities. Together with front-end LSI (large scale integration) that accelerates processing in the earliest stages, it enables more natural details, more realistic images, richer tonal gradations and lower noise whether you shoot still images or movies.

    Detail reproduction and diffraction reduction

    Two new technologies bring out the full performance of sensor and lenses. Detail reproduction technology prevents the overemphasized outlines that plague most digital images. Diffraction reduction suppresses the effects of diffraction, which causes points of light to appear blurred especially at small aperture settings (large F-numbers). By taking the aperture setting into account, this technology faithfully restores clarity to points of light and other fine details, for beautiful landscapes, portraiture, and more.

    Area-specific noise reduction

    Area-specific noise reduction is now more powerful than ever. It selectively divides the image into areas based on patterns (such as edges, textures and evenly coloured areas like blue skies), and then applies the most appropriate noise reduction for each area to improve image quality, especially at high-sensitivity settings. Working together with Sony's detail reproduction, it gives supremely clear, detailed images.

    16-bit processing + 14-bit RAW

    16-bit image processing and 14-bit RAW output help preserve maximum detail and produce images of the highest quality with rich tonal gradations. The 14-bit RAW (Sony ARW) format ensures optimal quality for later image adjustment (via Image Data Converter or other software).

    Controls, customization and navigation

    Despite compact dimensions, the α7 features front and rear dials for intuitive setting of exposure, a control wheel for setting ISO, and an exposure compensation dial. Quick Navi Pro displays all major shooting options on the LCD screen so you can rapidly confirm settings and make adjustments as desired without searching through dedicated menus. Button customization empowers you to shoot just the way you like, with frequently used functions assigned to the customizable buttons of your choice. You can easily assign any of 46 functions to any of 9 buttons; up to 12 key functions can be assigned to the Fn button for quick access.

    Tiltable LCD screen

    7.5 cm, 1.2 million dot LCD offers high resolution and flexible composition options.

    Magnesium alloy body

    Thanks to this outstandingly light and strong metal, the α7 weighs 474 grams with battery—less than half the weight of leading DSLRs—but has the durability for years of performance.

    Substantial, ergonomic grip

    The α7 is 25% less bulky than leading DSLRs, but still features a full-size grip for all-day shooting comfort.

    Anti-dust system and coating

    To keep your photos blemish free, an anti-dust mechanism vibrates ultrasonically whenever you switch off the camera to remove any particles adhering to the image sensor. An anti-static coating also helps prevent dust and other particles from adhering to the sensor when changing lenses.

    Dust and moisture resistance

    Durability-enhancing measures include sealing around the buttons and dials, as well as a protective double-layered structure that tightly interlocks panels and components.

    XGA OLED Tru-Finder

    This viewfinder features high 1024x768 resolution, OLED improvements and the same 3-lens optical system used in the flagship α99 despite the compact body. The viewfinder displays the effects of your camera settings, so you can accurately monitor the results. You'll enjoy rich tonal gradations and three times the contrast of the α99. High-end features like 100% frame coverage, wide viewing angle, information display modes, peaking function, and focus magnifier are also provided.

    Full-frame filmmaking

    The unique combination of 35mm full-frame sensor, audio production features and flexible lens interchangeability means a new level of portable moviemaking. The new accelerated BIONZ X image-processing engine also enables area-specific noise reduction and detail reproduction technology to be applied to movies for the very first time, resulting in ultra-fine detail and exceptionally low noise. Features like Picture Effect, full HDMI output for an external monitor, P/A/S/M modes, and full 1080p AVCHD Progressive format, and the choice of 60p/24p recording further expand the options.

    Audio recording & monitoring

    During movie recording and playback, you can monitor the sound using headphones connected to the α7 via the headphone jack, check levels with the display controls, or attach professional sound gear using the industry-standard XLR terminal adaptor kit.

    Enhanced Fast Hybrid Autofocus

    Numerous features contribute to the α7's autofocus capabilities: the new lightning-fast BIONZ X, high-speed full-frame image sensor output, and a newly developed Spatial Object Detection AF algorithm that conducts focusing analysis in real-time using spatial frequency information to optimally control the lens drive.

    Eye AF

    Even when capturing a subject partially turned away from the camera with a shallow depth of field, the face will be sharply focused thanks to extremely accurate eye detection that can prioritize a single pupil. A green frame appears over the prioritized eye when focus has been achieved for easy confirmation. Eye AF can be used when the function is assigned to a customizable button, allowing users to instantly activate it depending on the scene.

    Lock-on Autofocus and area setting options

    Lock-on AF adjusts the target frame size based on subject characteristics and makes use of a wide AF area to ensure usage of the optimal AF point for smooth, stable autofocusing. Just press the shutter button halfway to activate it. New BIONZ X ensures swifter subject tracking and detection performance than ever before. When using the Flexible Spot AF area setting, you can select a small, medium-sized or large AF area to match the size of your subject and help ensure the camera focuses on the intended area. Wide and Zone focus area settings are also available.

    New AF area setting options

    When using the Flexible Spot AF area setting, you can select a small, medium-sized or large AF area to match the size of your subject and help ensure the camera focuses on the intended area. Wide and Zone focus area settings are also available.

    Full HD 60p video

    Create movies of amazing clarity that play extra smoothly by recording them at Full HD resolution (1920 x 1080 pixels) in the AVCHD Ver. 2.0 (Progressive) format - at the extremely high frame rate of 60 fps. The α7 also supports 24p movie recording, which gives your movies a subtle look that movie lovers everywhere associate with the cinema.

    One-touch remote and one-touch sharing

    One-touch remote and one-touch sharing

    One-touch remote lets you use your smartphone or tablet as a viewfinder and remote control for a digital camera, and one-touch sharing lets you transfer your photos and videos from your camera. Either way, by installing Imaging Edge Mobile app to your NFC-enabled Android smartphone or tablet, you can avoid complex set-up sequences and establish wireless connection simply by touching your device to the camera. You are now ready to control your camera from your smartphone to take a photo from a previously out-of-reach spot, or simply be in your own group shot, as well as transfer them instantly to your smartphone for sharing on SNS. No NFC? No problem. You can also pair the devices manually.

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    Capture One (for Sony)

    Capture One (for Sony)

    Capture One Express (for Sony) is free software for high-quality finishing of RAW data. Capture One Pro (for Sony) can be bought for such compatible functions as local adjustment and PC tethered shooting.

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    Works with iMovie and Final Cut Pro X

    Works with iMovie and Final Cut Pro X

    This product is compatible with Final Cut Pro X and iMovie.

    Imaging Edge™ Remote, Viewer, and Edit

    Imaging Edge™ Remote, Viewer, and Edit

    Elevate your photography with Imaging Edge desktop applications. Use "Remote" to remotely control shooting; "Viewer" to quickly preview, rate, and select photos from large image libraries; and "Edit" to develop RAW data into high-quality photos for delivery. Get the best from Sony RAW files, and manage your productions more efficiently.

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  • Highlight

    24.3MP Full-Frame Exmor CMOS Sensor

    BIONZ X engine for superb detail and noise reduction

    E-mount interchangeable lens system

    High contrast XGA OLED Tru-Finder

    Simple sharing and control with Wi-Fi and NFC One-touch

    Lens Compatibility

    Sony E-mount lenses

    Sensor Type

    35 mm

    Sensor

    35 mm full frame (35.8 x 23.9mm) Exmor™ CMOS sensor

    Number Of Pixels (Effective)

    24.3MP

    ISO Sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index)

    ISO 50–25600

    Battery Life (Still Images)

    Up to 340 shots

    Viewfinder Type

    0.5"-type electronic viewfinder (color)

    Monitor Type

    3.0" type TFT LCD

  • Specifications

    Lens

    Lens Mount

    Sony E-mount lenses

    Lens Compatibility

    Sony E-mount lenses

    Sensor

    Sensor Type

    35 mm

    Sensor

    35 mm full frame (35.8 x 23.9mm) Exmor™ CMOS sensor

    Number Of Pixels (Effective)

    24.3MP

    Number of Pixels (total)

    Approx. 24.7 megapixels

    Image Sensor Aspect Ratio

    3:2

    Anti-Dust System

    Charge protection coating on Optical Filter and ultrasonic vibration mechanism

    Recording (still images)

    Recording Format (Still images)

    JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0 Exif Ver.2.3 MPF Baseline compliant) RAW (Sony ARW 2.3 format)

    Image Size (pixels), 3:2

    35mm full frame L: 6000 x 4000 (24M) M: 3936 x 2624 (10M) S: 3008 x 2000 (6.0M) APS-C L: 3936 x 2624 (10M), M: 3008 x 2000 (6.0M), S: 1968 x 1312 (2.6M)

    Image Size (pixels), 16:9

    35mm full frame L: 6000 x 3376 (20M), M: 3936 x 2216 (8.7M), S: 3008 x 1688 (5.1M) APS-C L: 3936 x 2216 (8.7M), M: 3008 x 1688 (5.1M), S: 1968 x 1112 (2.2M)

    Image Size (pixels), Sweep Panorama

    Wide: horizontal 12,416 x 1,856 (23M), vertical 5,536 x 2,160 (12M) Standard: horizontal 8,192 x 1,856 (15M), vertical 3,872 x 2,160 (8.4M)

    Image Quality Modes

    RAW RAW&JPEG JPEG Extra Fine JPEG Fine JPEG Standard

    RAW Output

    14bit RAW

    Picture Effect

    13 types: Posterization (Color) Posterization (B/W) Pop Color Retro Photo Partial Color (R/G/B/Y) High Contrast Monochrome Toy Camera(Normal/Cool/Warm/Green/Magenta) Soft High-key Soft Focus(High/Mid/Low) HDR Painting(High/Mid/Low) Rich-tone Monochrome Miniature(Auto/Top/Middle(H)/Bottom/Right/Middle(V)/Left) Watercolor Illustration(High/Mid/ Low)

    Creative Style

    Standard Vivid Neutral Clear Deep Light Portrait Landscape Sunset Night Scene Autumn leaves Black & White Sepia Style Box(1-6) (Contrast (-3 to +3 steps) Saturation (-3 to +3 steps) Sharpness (-3 to +3 steps))

    Dynamic Range Functions

    Off, Dynamic Range Optimizer (Auto/Level (1-5)), Auto High Dynamic Range (Auto Exposure Difference, Exposure Difference Level (1-6 EV, 1.0 EV step))

    Recording (movie)

    Recording Format (Movie)

    AVCHD 2.0 / MP4

    Video Compression

    AVCHD: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 MP4: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264

    Audio Recording Format

    AVCHD: Dolby Digital (AC-3) 2ch MP4: MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch

    Image Size (pixels), PAL

    AVCHD:1920 x 1080 (60p, 28M, PS) 1920 x 1080 (60i, 24M, FX) 1920 x 1080 (60i, 17M, FH) 1920 x 1080(24p, 24M, FX) 1920 x 1080(24p, 17M, FH) AVC MP4: 1440 x 1080(30fps) VGA(640 x 480, 30fps) MPEG 4: 720 Fine (1280 x 720, 30fps) 720 STD (1280 x 720, 30fps) VGA(640 x 480, 30fps)

    Movie Functions

    Audio Level Display,Audio Rec Level,Auto Slow Shutter,HDMI Info. Display

    Storage Media

    Compatible Recording Media

    Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™ Memory Stick XC-HG Duo SD memory card SDHC™ memory card SDXC™ memory card

    Noise Reduction

    Noise Reduction

    Long exposure NR: On/Off , available at shutter speeds longer than 1 sec.

    Multi Frame NR

    Auto/ISO 100 to 51200

    White balance

    White Balance Modes

    Auto Daylight Shade Cloudy Incandescent Fluorescent : Warm White / Cool White / Day White / Daylight Flash Color Temperature 2500 to 9900K & color filter G7 to M7(15-step), A7 to B7(15-step) Custom Underwater

    AWB Micro Adjustment

    G7 to M7, 15-step / A7 to B7, 15-step

    Bracketing

    3 frames, H/L selectable

    Focus

    Focus Type

    Fast Hybrid AF(phase-detection AF/contrast-detection AF)

    Focus Sensor

    Exmor" CMOS sensor"

    Focus Point

    35mm full frame: 117 points (phase-detection AF) APS-C: 99 points (phase-detection AF) / 25 points (conotrast-detection AF)

    Focus Sensitivity Range

    EV0 to EV20 (ISO100 equivalent with F2.8 lens attached)

    AF Mode

    AF-S (Single-shot AF), AF-C ( Continuous AF), DMF (Direct Manual Focus), Manual Focus

    Focus Area

    Multi Point (117 points (phase-detection AF), 25 points(contrast-detection AF)) / Zone / Center-weighted / Flexible Spot (S/M/L)

    Other Features

    Lock-on AF, Eye Focus, Predictive control, Focus lock, Eye-Start AF (only with LA-EA2 or LA-EA4 attached(Sold separately))

    Type

    AF Illuminator range

    Approx. 0.3m - approx. 3.0m (with FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS attached)

    Exposure

    Metering Type

    1200-zone evaluative metering

    Metering Sensor

    Exmor" CMOS sensor"

    Metering Sensitivity

    EV0 to EV20 (at ISO100 equivalent with F2.8 lens attached)

    Metering Mode

    Multi-segment Center-weighted Spot

    Exposure Modes

    iAUTO Superior Auto Programmed AE (P) Aperture priority (A) Shutter-speed priority (S) Manual (M) Sweep Panorama Scene Selection Movie (Programmed AE (P) / Aperture priority (A) / Shutter-speed priority (S) / Manual (M) )

    Scene Selection

    Portrait Landscape Macro Sports action Sunset Night portrait Night scene Hand-held Twilight Anti Motion Blur

    Exposure Compensation

    +/- 5.0EV(1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps selectable) (with exposure compensation dial : +/- 3EV (1/3 EV steps))

    Auto (AE) Bracketing

    Bracket: Cont./Bracket: Single, With 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1.0 EV, 2.0 EV, 3.0 EV increments, 3/5 frames (2.0 EV, 3.0 EV : only 3 frames) selectable

    AE Lock

    Locked when shutter button is pressed halfway. Can be disabled from the Menu. Available with AE lock button.

    ISO Sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index)

    ISO 50–25600

    Viewfinder

    Viewfinder Type

    0.5"-type electronic viewfinder (color)

    Number of Dots

    2 359 296 dots

    Brightness Control (Viewfinder)

    Auto/Manual (5 steps between -2 and +2)

    Color Temperature Control

    Manual (5 steps)

    Field Coverage

    100%

    Magnification

    approx. 0.71 x (with 50mm lens at infinity, -1m<sup>-1</sup> diopter

    Dioptre Adjustment

    -4.0 to +3.0m<sup>-1</sup>diopter

    Eye Point

    Approx. 27mm from the eyepiece lens, 22mm from the eyepiece frame at -1m<sup>-1</sup>diopter (CIPA standard)

    Viewfinder Display

    Graphic Display,Display All Info, No Disp. Info, Digital Level Gauge, Histogram

    Real-time Image Adjustment Display

    On/Off

    LCD Screen

    Monitor Type

    3.0" type TFT LCD

    Total Number of Dots

    921,600 dots

    Brightness Control (LCD)

    Manual (5 steps between -2 and +2), Sunny Weather mode

    Adjustable Angle

    Up by approx. 90 degrees, Down by approx. 45 degrees

    LCD Display

    Graphic Display Display All Info No Disp. Info Level Histgram For viewfinder

    Real-time Image Adjustment Display (LCD)

    On/Off

    Focus Magnifier

    Yes Focus Magnifier (35mm full frame: 5.9x, 11.7x APS-C: 3.8x, 7.7x)

    Quick Navi

    Yes

    Peaking MF

    Yes (Level setting: High/Mid/Low/Off, colour: White/Red/Yellow)

    Other Features

    Face Detection

    On/On (Regist. Faces) Off Face registration Face selection (Max. number of detectable faces: 8)

    Auto Object Framing

    Still images

    Clear Image Zoom

    Approx. 2x

    Smart zoom (Still Image)

    35mm full frame: M:approx 1.5x, S:approx 2x APS-C: M:approx 1.3x, S:approx 2x

    Digital zoom (Still Image)

    35mm full frame: L:approx 4x, M:approx 6.1x, S:approx 8x; APS-C: L:approx 4x, M:approx 5.2x, S:approx 8x

    Digital zoom (Movie)

    35mm full frame: approx 4x APS-C: approx 4x

    PlayMemories Camera Apps™

    YES

    Lens Compensation

    Peripheral Shading, Chromatic Aberration, Distortion

    Image Processor

    BIONZ X™

    Self-Portrait

    Yes (3 sec delay/OFF selectable)

    Smile Shutter

    Smile shutter (selectable from 3 steps)

    Touch Shutter

    YES

    Shutter

    Shutter Speed

    Still images:1/8000 to 30 sec, Bulb Movies: 1/8000 to 1/4(1/3 steps) up to 1/60 in AUTO mode (up to 1/30 in Auto slow shutter mode)

    Flash Sync. Speed

    1/250 sec.

    Electronic Front Shutter Curtain

    Yes (On/Off)

    Image Stabilization

    Steadyshot

    Not supported (image stabilisation supported on lens)

    Flash Control

    Flash Control

    Pre-flash TTL

    Flash Compensation

    +/- 3.0 EV (switchable between 1/3 and 1/2 EV steps)

    Flash Modes

    Flash off Autoflash Fill-flash Slow Sync. Rear Sync. Red-eye reduction (on/off selectable) Hi-speed sync.(With compatible external flash) Wireless control (With compatible external flash)

    External Flash Compatibility

    Sony α System Flash compatible with Multi Interface Shoe, attach the shoe adaptor for flash compatible with Auto-lock accessory shoe

    Wireless Control

    Yes

    Drive

    Drive Modes

    Single Shooting Continuous shooting Speed Priority Continuous shooting Self-timer (10/2 sec delay selectable) Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec delay 3/5 exposures selectable) Bracket Single Bracket Cont.,WB Bracket DRO Bracket

    Continuous Drive Speed (approx. max.)

    5 fps (in Speed Priority Continuous Shooting mode)

    Playback

    Playback Modes

    Single (with or without shooting information RGB histogram & highlight / shadow warning) 9/25-frame index view Enlarged display mode (L: 18.8x, M: 12.3x, S: 9.4x) Panorama (Standard): 25.6x, (Wide): 38.8x Auto Review (10/5/2 sec,Off) Image orientation (Auto/Manual/Off selectable) Slideshow Panorama scrolling Folder selection (Date/ Still/ MP4/ AVCHD) Forward/Rewind (movie) Delete Protect

    Interface

    PC Interface

    Mass-storage, MTP, PC remote

    NFC™

    Yes (NFC forum Type 3 Tag compatible)

    HD Output

    HDMI micro connector BRAVIA Sync (link menu) PhotoTV HD 4K still image PB

    Multi Interface Shoe

    Yes

    Interfaces

    Multi/Micro USB Terminal, Multi Interface Shoe, Microphone minijack, Headphone minijack, Vertical Grip Connector

    Audio

    Microphone

    Built-in stereo microphones or ECM-CG50/ XLR-K1M (sold separately)

    Speaker

    Built-in, monaural

    Print

    Compatible Standards

    Exif Print, Print Image Matching III, DPOF setting

    Power

    Supplied Battery

    NP-FW50 W-series Rechargeable Battery Pack

    Battery Life (Still Images)

    Up to 340 shots

    Battery Life (CIPA, Movies)

    Actual Recording:Approx. 60 minutes (Viewfinder), Approx 65 minutes (LCD screen) (CIPA standard) Continuous Recording:Approx. 100 minutes (Viewfinder), Approx 100 minutes (LCD screen) (CIPA standard)

    External Power

    AC Adaptor AC-PW20 (sold separately)

    Internal Battery Charge

    Yes

    Size & Weight

    Dimensions (W x H x D)

    126.9 x 94.4 x 54.8mm, 126.9 x 94.4 x 48.2mm (from grip to monitor); 5 x 3 3/4 x 2 1/4 in., 5 x 3 3/4 x 1 15/16 in. (from grip to monitor)

    Weight (with battery and memory card included)

    416 g (Body Only) / 474 g (With battery and media)

    WiFi®

    View on Smartphone

    Yes

    Upload to PC

    Yes

    View on TV

    Yes

    Wireless & Network Capabilities

    Wi-Fi, NFC One-touch functionality, Downloadable Camera Apps

    Compatible OS

    Compatible OS

    Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Mac OS X (v10.5-v10.8)

    Footnotes

    *

    Continuous movie recording is possible for approximately 29 minutes (limited by product specifications).

    **

    Indicated recording time is defined by repeating the following cycle: Power on, start recording, zoom, stand-by and power off.

    ***

    Indicated recording time is defined by repeating the following cycle: Pressing the MOVIE button. No other operations such as zoom are performed.

  • Support
  • highlight
    • Highlight

      24.3MP Full-Frame Exmor CMOS Sensor

      BIONZ X engine for superb detail and noise reduction

      E-mount interchangeable lens system

      High contrast XGA OLED Tru-Finder

      Simple sharing and control with Wi-Fi and NFC One-touch

      Lens Compatibility

      Sony E-mount lenses

      Sensor Type

      35 mm

      Sensor

      35 mm full frame (35.8 x 23.9mm) Exmor™ CMOS sensor

      Number Of Pixels (Effective)

      24.3MP

      ISO Sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index)

      ISO 50–25600

      Battery Life (Still Images)

      Up to 340 shots

      Viewfinder Type

      0.5"-type electronic viewfinder (color)

      Monitor Type

      3.0" type TFT LCD

  • specifications
    • Specifications

      Lens

      Lens Mount

      Sony E-mount lenses

      Lens Compatibility

      Sony E-mount lenses

      Sensor

      Sensor Type

      35 mm

      Sensor

      35 mm full frame (35.8 x 23.9mm) Exmor™ CMOS sensor

      Number Of Pixels (Effective)

      24.3MP

      Number of Pixels (total)

      Approx. 24.7 megapixels

      Image Sensor Aspect Ratio

      3:2

      Anti-Dust System

      Charge protection coating on Optical Filter and ultrasonic vibration mechanism

      Recording (still images)

      Recording Format (Still images)

      JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0 Exif Ver.2.3 MPF Baseline compliant) RAW (Sony ARW 2.3 format)

      Image Size (pixels), 3:2

      35mm full frame L: 6000 x 4000 (24M) M: 3936 x 2624 (10M) S: 3008 x 2000 (6.0M) APS-C L: 3936 x 2624 (10M), M: 3008 x 2000 (6.0M), S: 1968 x 1312 (2.6M)

      Image Size (pixels), 16:9

      35mm full frame L: 6000 x 3376 (20M), M: 3936 x 2216 (8.7M), S: 3008 x 1688 (5.1M) APS-C L: 3936 x 2216 (8.7M), M: 3008 x 1688 (5.1M), S: 1968 x 1112 (2.2M)

      Image Size (pixels), Sweep Panorama

      Wide: horizontal 12,416 x 1,856 (23M), vertical 5,536 x 2,160 (12M) Standard: horizontal 8,192 x 1,856 (15M), vertical 3,872 x 2,160 (8.4M)

      Image Quality Modes

      RAW RAW&JPEG JPEG Extra Fine JPEG Fine JPEG Standard

      RAW Output

      14bit RAW

      Picture Effect

      13 types: Posterization (Color) Posterization (B/W) Pop Color Retro Photo Partial Color (R/G/B/Y) High Contrast Monochrome Toy Camera(Normal/Cool/Warm/Green/Magenta) Soft High-key Soft Focus(High/Mid/Low) HDR Painting(High/Mid/Low) Rich-tone Monochrome Miniature(Auto/Top/Middle(H)/Bottom/Right/Middle(V)/Left) Watercolor Illustration(High/Mid/ Low)

      Creative Style

      Standard Vivid Neutral Clear Deep Light Portrait Landscape Sunset Night Scene Autumn leaves Black & White Sepia Style Box(1-6) (Contrast (-3 to +3 steps) Saturation (-3 to +3 steps) Sharpness (-3 to +3 steps))

      Dynamic Range Functions

      Off, Dynamic Range Optimizer (Auto/Level (1-5)), Auto High Dynamic Range (Auto Exposure Difference, Exposure Difference Level (1-6 EV, 1.0 EV step))

      Recording (movie)

      Recording Format (Movie)

      AVCHD 2.0 / MP4

      Video Compression

      AVCHD: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 MP4: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264

      Audio Recording Format

      AVCHD: Dolby Digital (AC-3) 2ch MP4: MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch

      Image Size (pixels), PAL

      AVCHD:1920 x 1080 (60p, 28M, PS) 1920 x 1080 (60i, 24M, FX) 1920 x 1080 (60i, 17M, FH) 1920 x 1080(24p, 24M, FX) 1920 x 1080(24p, 17M, FH) AVC MP4: 1440 x 1080(30fps) VGA(640 x 480, 30fps) MPEG 4: 720 Fine (1280 x 720, 30fps) 720 STD (1280 x 720, 30fps) VGA(640 x 480, 30fps)

      Movie Functions

      Audio Level Display,Audio Rec Level,Auto Slow Shutter,HDMI Info. Display

      Storage Media

      Compatible Recording Media

      Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™ Memory Stick XC-HG Duo SD memory card SDHC™ memory card SDXC™ memory card

      Noise Reduction

      Noise Reduction

      Long exposure NR: On/Off , available at shutter speeds longer than 1 sec.

      Multi Frame NR

      Auto/ISO 100 to 51200

      White balance

      White Balance Modes

      Auto Daylight Shade Cloudy Incandescent Fluorescent : Warm White / Cool White / Day White / Daylight Flash Color Temperature 2500 to 9900K & color filter G7 to M7(15-step), A7 to B7(15-step) Custom Underwater

      AWB Micro Adjustment

      G7 to M7, 15-step / A7 to B7, 15-step

      Bracketing

      3 frames, H/L selectable

      Focus

      Focus Type

      Fast Hybrid AF(phase-detection AF/contrast-detection AF)

      Focus Sensor

      Exmor" CMOS sensor"

      Focus Point

      35mm full frame: 117 points (phase-detection AF) APS-C: 99 points (phase-detection AF) / 25 points (conotrast-detection AF)

      Focus Sensitivity Range

      EV0 to EV20 (ISO100 equivalent with F2.8 lens attached)

      AF Mode

      AF-S (Single-shot AF), AF-C ( Continuous AF), DMF (Direct Manual Focus), Manual Focus

      Focus Area

      Multi Point (117 points (phase-detection AF), 25 points(contrast-detection AF)) / Zone / Center-weighted / Flexible Spot (S/M/L)

      Other Features

      Lock-on AF, Eye Focus, Predictive control, Focus lock, Eye-Start AF (only with LA-EA2 or LA-EA4 attached(Sold separately))

      Type

      AF Illuminator range

      Approx. 0.3m - approx. 3.0m (with FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS attached)

      Exposure

      Metering Type

      1200-zone evaluative metering

      Metering Sensor

      Exmor" CMOS sensor"

      Metering Sensitivity

      EV0 to EV20 (at ISO100 equivalent with F2.8 lens attached)

      Metering Mode

      Multi-segment Center-weighted Spot

      Exposure Modes

      iAUTO Superior Auto Programmed AE (P) Aperture priority (A) Shutter-speed priority (S) Manual (M) Sweep Panorama Scene Selection Movie (Programmed AE (P) / Aperture priority (A) / Shutter-speed priority (S) / Manual (M) )

      Scene Selection

      Portrait Landscape Macro Sports action Sunset Night portrait Night scene Hand-held Twilight Anti Motion Blur

      Exposure Compensation

      +/- 5.0EV(1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps selectable) (with exposure compensation dial : +/- 3EV (1/3 EV steps))

      Auto (AE) Bracketing

      Bracket: Cont./Bracket: Single, With 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1.0 EV, 2.0 EV, 3.0 EV increments, 3/5 frames (2.0 EV, 3.0 EV : only 3 frames) selectable

      AE Lock

      Locked when shutter button is pressed halfway. Can be disabled from the Menu. Available with AE lock button.

      ISO Sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index)

      ISO 50–25600

      Viewfinder

      Viewfinder Type

      0.5"-type electronic viewfinder (color)

      Number of Dots

      2 359 296 dots

      Brightness Control (Viewfinder)

      Auto/Manual (5 steps between -2 and +2)

      Color Temperature Control

      Manual (5 steps)

      Field Coverage

      100%

      Magnification

      approx. 0.71 x (with 50mm lens at infinity, -1m<sup>-1</sup> diopter

      Dioptre Adjustment

      -4.0 to +3.0m<sup>-1</sup>diopter

      Eye Point

      Approx. 27mm from the eyepiece lens, 22mm from the eyepiece frame at -1m<sup>-1</sup>diopter (CIPA standard)

      Viewfinder Display

      Graphic Display,Display All Info, No Disp. Info, Digital Level Gauge, Histogram

      Real-time Image Adjustment Display

      On/Off

      LCD Screen

      Monitor Type

      3.0" type TFT LCD

      Total Number of Dots

      921,600 dots

      Brightness Control (LCD)

      Manual (5 steps between -2 and +2), Sunny Weather mode

      Adjustable Angle

      Up by approx. 90 degrees, Down by approx. 45 degrees

      LCD Display

      Graphic Display Display All Info No Disp. Info Level Histgram For viewfinder

      Real-time Image Adjustment Display (LCD)

      On/Off

      Focus Magnifier

      Yes Focus Magnifier (35mm full frame: 5.9x, 11.7x APS-C: 3.8x, 7.7x)

      Quick Navi

      Yes

      Peaking MF

      Yes (Level setting: High/Mid/Low/Off, colour: White/Red/Yellow)

      Other Features

      Face Detection

      On/On (Regist. Faces) Off Face registration Face selection (Max. number of detectable faces: 8)

      Auto Object Framing

      Still images

      Clear Image Zoom

      Approx. 2x

      Smart zoom (Still Image)

      35mm full frame: M:approx 1.5x, S:approx 2x APS-C: M:approx 1.3x, S:approx 2x

      Digital zoom (Still Image)

      35mm full frame: L:approx 4x, M:approx 6.1x, S:approx 8x; APS-C: L:approx 4x, M:approx 5.2x, S:approx 8x

      Digital zoom (Movie)

      35mm full frame: approx 4x APS-C: approx 4x

      PlayMemories Camera Apps™

      YES

      Lens Compensation

      Peripheral Shading, Chromatic Aberration, Distortion

      Image Processor

      BIONZ X™

      Self-Portrait

      Yes (3 sec delay/OFF selectable)

      Smile Shutter

      Smile shutter (selectable from 3 steps)

      Touch Shutter

      YES

      Shutter

      Shutter Speed

      Still images:1/8000 to 30 sec, Bulb Movies: 1/8000 to 1/4(1/3 steps) up to 1/60 in AUTO mode (up to 1/30 in Auto slow shutter mode)

      Flash Sync. Speed

      1/250 sec.

      Electronic Front Shutter Curtain

      Yes (On/Off)

      Image Stabilization

      Steadyshot

      Not supported (image stabilisation supported on lens)

      Flash Control

      Flash Control

      Pre-flash TTL

      Flash Compensation

      +/- 3.0 EV (switchable between 1/3 and 1/2 EV steps)

      Flash Modes

      Flash off Autoflash Fill-flash Slow Sync. Rear Sync. Red-eye reduction (on/off selectable) Hi-speed sync.(With compatible external flash) Wireless control (With compatible external flash)

      External Flash Compatibility

      Sony α System Flash compatible with Multi Interface Shoe, attach the shoe adaptor for flash compatible with Auto-lock accessory shoe

      Wireless Control

      Yes

      Drive

      Drive Modes

      Single Shooting Continuous shooting Speed Priority Continuous shooting Self-timer (10/2 sec delay selectable) Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec delay 3/5 exposures selectable) Bracket Single Bracket Cont.,WB Bracket DRO Bracket

      Continuous Drive Speed (approx. max.)

      5 fps (in Speed Priority Continuous Shooting mode)

      Playback

      Playback Modes

      Single (with or without shooting information RGB histogram & highlight / shadow warning) 9/25-frame index view Enlarged display mode (L: 18.8x, M: 12.3x, S: 9.4x) Panorama (Standard): 25.6x, (Wide): 38.8x Auto Review (10/5/2 sec,Off) Image orientation (Auto/Manual/Off selectable) Slideshow Panorama scrolling Folder selection (Date/ Still/ MP4/ AVCHD) Forward/Rewind (movie) Delete Protect

      Interface

      PC Interface

      Mass-storage, MTP, PC remote

      NFC™

      Yes (NFC forum Type 3 Tag compatible)

      HD Output

      HDMI micro connector BRAVIA Sync (link menu) PhotoTV HD 4K still image PB

      Multi Interface Shoe

      Yes

      Interfaces

      Multi/Micro USB Terminal, Multi Interface Shoe, Microphone minijack, Headphone minijack, Vertical Grip Connector

      Audio

      Microphone

      Built-in stereo microphones or ECM-CG50/ XLR-K1M (sold separately)

      Speaker

      Built-in, monaural

      Print

      Compatible Standards

      Exif Print, Print Image Matching III, DPOF setting

      Power

      Supplied Battery

      NP-FW50 W-series Rechargeable Battery Pack

      Battery Life (Still Images)

      Up to 340 shots

      Battery Life (CIPA, Movies)

      Actual Recording:Approx. 60 minutes (Viewfinder), Approx 65 minutes (LCD screen) (CIPA standard) Continuous Recording:Approx. 100 minutes (Viewfinder), Approx 100 minutes (LCD screen) (CIPA standard)

      External Power

      AC Adaptor AC-PW20 (sold separately)

      Internal Battery Charge

      Yes

      Size & Weight

      Dimensions (W x H x D)

      126.9 x 94.4 x 54.8mm, 126.9 x 94.4 x 48.2mm (from grip to monitor); 5 x 3 3/4 x 2 1/4 in., 5 x 3 3/4 x 1 15/16 in. (from grip to monitor)

      Weight (with battery and memory card included)

      416 g (Body Only) / 474 g (With battery and media)

      WiFi®

      View on Smartphone

      Yes

      Upload to PC

      Yes

      View on TV

      Yes

      Wireless & Network Capabilities

      Wi-Fi, NFC One-touch functionality, Downloadable Camera Apps

      Compatible OS

      Compatible OS

      Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Mac OS X (v10.5-v10.8)

      Footnotes

      *

      Continuous movie recording is possible for approximately 29 minutes (limited by product specifications).

      **

      Indicated recording time is defined by repeating the following cycle: Power on, start recording, zoom, stand-by and power off.

      ***

      Indicated recording time is defined by repeating the following cycle: Pressing the MOVIE button. No other operations such as zoom are performed.

  • features
    • Features

      24.3 MP 35mm full frame sensor

      Sony, one of the world's leading makers of image sensors, combined its top new technologies to achieve the high resolution and image quality in history. This revolutionary 35mm full-frame Exmorª CMOS image sensor collects light with record efficiency to achieve high sensitivity, a wide dynamic range and an incredible new level of realism while significantly reducing noise.

      Micro-engineering advances

      The exceptional performance of the image sensor was achieved through various advanced sensor features. First, compressing circuitry height dramatically increases the amount of light collected by each pixel, while photodiode expansion technology increased the size of the photodiode at every pixel to improve the sensor's dynamic range and further raise sensitivity while maintaining low noise and achieving a high S/N ratio.

      BIONZ X processor

      Sony proudly introduces the new BIONZ X image processing engine, which faithfully reproduces textures and details in real time, as seen by the naked eye, via extra high-speed processing capabilities. Together with front-end LSI (large scale integration) that accelerates processing in the earliest stages, it enables more natural details, more realistic images, richer tonal gradations and lower noise whether you shoot still images or movies.

      Detail reproduction and diffraction reduction

      Two new technologies bring out the full performance of sensor and lenses. Detail reproduction technology prevents the overemphasized outlines that plague most digital images. Diffraction reduction suppresses the effects of diffraction, which causes points of light to appear blurred especially at small aperture settings (large F-numbers). By taking the aperture setting into account, this technology faithfully restores clarity to points of light and other fine details, for beautiful landscapes, portraiture, and more.

      Area-specific noise reduction

      Area-specific noise reduction is now more powerful than ever. It selectively divides the image into areas based on patterns (such as edges, textures and evenly coloured areas like blue skies), and then applies the most appropriate noise reduction for each area to improve image quality, especially at high-sensitivity settings. Working together with Sony's detail reproduction, it gives supremely clear, detailed images.

      16-bit processing + 14-bit RAW

      16-bit image processing and 14-bit RAW output help preserve maximum detail and produce images of the highest quality with rich tonal gradations. The 14-bit RAW (Sony ARW) format ensures optimal quality for later image adjustment (via Image Data Converter or other software).

      Controls, customization and navigation

      Despite compact dimensions, the α7 features front and rear dials for intuitive setting of exposure, a control wheel for setting ISO, and an exposure compensation dial. Quick Navi Pro displays all major shooting options on the LCD screen so you can rapidly confirm settings and make adjustments as desired without searching through dedicated menus. Button customization empowers you to shoot just the way you like, with frequently used functions assigned to the customizable buttons of your choice. You can easily assign any of 46 functions to any of 9 buttons; up to 12 key functions can be assigned to the Fn button for quick access.

      Tiltable LCD screen

      7.5 cm, 1.2 million dot LCD offers high resolution and flexible composition options.

      Magnesium alloy body

      Thanks to this outstandingly light and strong metal, the α7 weighs 474 grams with battery—less than half the weight of leading DSLRs—but has the durability for years of performance.

      Substantial, ergonomic grip

      The α7 is 25% less bulky than leading DSLRs, but still features a full-size grip for all-day shooting comfort.

      Anti-dust system and coating

      To keep your photos blemish free, an anti-dust mechanism vibrates ultrasonically whenever you switch off the camera to remove any particles adhering to the image sensor. An anti-static coating also helps prevent dust and other particles from adhering to the sensor when changing lenses.

      Dust and moisture resistance

      Durability-enhancing measures include sealing around the buttons and dials, as well as a protective double-layered structure that tightly interlocks panels and components.

      XGA OLED Tru-Finder

      This viewfinder features high 1024x768 resolution, OLED improvements and the same 3-lens optical system used in the flagship α99 despite the compact body. The viewfinder displays the effects of your camera settings, so you can accurately monitor the results. You'll enjoy rich tonal gradations and three times the contrast of the α99. High-end features like 100% frame coverage, wide viewing angle, information display modes, peaking function, and focus magnifier are also provided.

      Full-frame filmmaking

      The unique combination of 35mm full-frame sensor, audio production features and flexible lens interchangeability means a new level of portable moviemaking. The new accelerated BIONZ X image-processing engine also enables area-specific noise reduction and detail reproduction technology to be applied to movies for the very first time, resulting in ultra-fine detail and exceptionally low noise. Features like Picture Effect, full HDMI output for an external monitor, P/A/S/M modes, and full 1080p AVCHD Progressive format, and the choice of 60p/24p recording further expand the options.

      Audio recording & monitoring

      During movie recording and playback, you can monitor the sound using headphones connected to the α7 via the headphone jack, check levels with the display controls, or attach professional sound gear using the industry-standard XLR terminal adaptor kit.

      Enhanced Fast Hybrid Autofocus

      Numerous features contribute to the α7's autofocus capabilities: the new lightning-fast BIONZ X, high-speed full-frame image sensor output, and a newly developed Spatial Object Detection AF algorithm that conducts focusing analysis in real-time using spatial frequency information to optimally control the lens drive.

      Eye AF

      Even when capturing a subject partially turned away from the camera with a shallow depth of field, the face will be sharply focused thanks to extremely accurate eye detection that can prioritize a single pupil. A green frame appears over the prioritized eye when focus has been achieved for easy confirmation. Eye AF can be used when the function is assigned to a customizable button, allowing users to instantly activate it depending on the scene.

      Lock-on Autofocus and area setting options

      Lock-on AF adjusts the target frame size based on subject characteristics and makes use of a wide AF area to ensure usage of the optimal AF point for smooth, stable autofocusing. Just press the shutter button halfway to activate it. New BIONZ X ensures swifter subject tracking and detection performance than ever before. When using the Flexible Spot AF area setting, you can select a small, medium-sized or large AF area to match the size of your subject and help ensure the camera focuses on the intended area. Wide and Zone focus area settings are also available.

      New AF area setting options

      When using the Flexible Spot AF area setting, you can select a small, medium-sized or large AF area to match the size of your subject and help ensure the camera focuses on the intended area. Wide and Zone focus area settings are also available.

      Full HD 60p video

      Create movies of amazing clarity that play extra smoothly by recording them at Full HD resolution (1920 x 1080 pixels) in the AVCHD Ver. 2.0 (Progressive) format - at the extremely high frame rate of 60 fps. The α7 also supports 24p movie recording, which gives your movies a subtle look that movie lovers everywhere associate with the cinema.

      One-touch remote and one-touch sharing

      One-touch remote and one-touch sharing

      One-touch remote lets you use your smartphone or tablet as a viewfinder and remote control for a digital camera, and one-touch sharing lets you transfer your photos and videos from your camera. Either way, by installing Imaging Edge Mobile app to your NFC-enabled Android smartphone or tablet, you can avoid complex set-up sequences and establish wireless connection simply by touching your device to the camera. You are now ready to control your camera from your smartphone to take a photo from a previously out-of-reach spot, or simply be in your own group shot, as well as transfer them instantly to your smartphone for sharing on SNS. No NFC? No problem. You can also pair the devices manually.

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      Capture One (for Sony)

      Capture One (for Sony)

      Capture One Express (for Sony) is free software for high-quality finishing of RAW data. Capture One Pro (for Sony) can be bought for such compatible functions as local adjustment and PC tethered shooting.

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      Works with iMovie and Final Cut Pro X

      Works with iMovie and Final Cut Pro X

      This product is compatible with Final Cut Pro X and iMovie.

      Imaging Edge™ Remote, Viewer, and Edit

      Imaging Edge™ Remote, Viewer, and Edit

      Elevate your photography with Imaging Edge desktop applications. Use "Remote" to remotely control shooting; "Viewer" to quickly preview, rate, and select photos from large image libraries; and "Edit" to develop RAW data into high-quality photos for delivery. Get the best from Sony RAW files, and manage your productions more efficiently.

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