Sony Alpha 7

The Sony Alpha 7 is a fast-shooting, full-frame mirrorless camera that is capable of capturing some impressive images, but we prefer its sibling, the 7R, overall.

-- As reviewed by PCMag
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Product details

  • World’s first 5-axis in-body image stabilization in a full-frame camera.
  • Use your favorite lenses without blur from camera shake.
  • Capture stunning images with full-frame, 24.3MP resolution.
  • Fast hybrid AF with phase-detection - 30% faster than a7.
  • Viewfinder Type:0.5-type electronic viewfinder (colour)

PROS

+ Full-frame image sensor.
+ 5fps burst shooting.
+ Snappy autofocus.
+ Impressive high ISO performance.
+ Sharp, tilting rear LCD.
+ Focus peaking.
+ Excellent OLED EVF.
+ Great control layout.
+ Compact, dust and moisture-resistant body.
+ Vertical shooting grip available.
+ Compatible with third-party lenses via adapters.
+ Wi-Fi.

CONS

- Sensor design includes OLPF.
- No PC sync socket.
- No built-in flash.
- External battery charger not included.
- Native lens library is in its infancy.

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on December 10, 2013
The Sony Alpha 7 is a fast-shooting, full-frame mirrorless camera that is capable of capturing some impressive images, but we prefer its sibling, the 7R, overall.
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