Camera Details
Sony
α7
$1,699~
MSRP (prices vary)
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Released: November 15, 2013
Highlights
- One of the cameras that launched full-frame mirrorless, an original 24MP a7 body.
- A compact body with E-mount versatility that helped redefine the category.
- Full HD video and hybrid autofocus, a historically significant all-rounder.
Who it's for
The Sony α7 is a 24.3MP full-frame mirrorless camera, a versatile all-rounder. Here's where it fits and what to keep in mind.
Keep in mind
- !No in-body stabilisation — you'll lean on stabilised lenses for slow handheld shots.
- !Single card slot — no in-camera backup, which matters for critical paid jobs.
- !Video is capped at 29 minutes per clip.
Full-Frame
Sensor
24.3MP
Resolution
1080p
Max Video
−
IBIS
5fps
Burst
117
AF Points
Full Specifications
Imaging
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
|---|---|
| Sensor Size | Full-Frame |
| Image Processor | BIONZ X |
| Effective Resolution | 24.3 MP |
| Lens Mount | Sony E |
Exposure Control
| ISO Range (Native) | 100 – 25600 |
|---|---|
| ISO Range (Extended) | 50 – 25600 |
| Mechanical Shutter | 1/8000 |
| Electronic Shutter | 1/8000 |
| Flash Sync Speed | 1/250 |
| Built-in Flash | No |
Still Image Capture
| Continuous Shooting | 5 fps |
|---|
Video Capture
| Max Resolution | 1080p |
|---|---|
| 8K Recording | − |
| 4K Recording | − |
| 1080p Recording | Up to 60p |
| 10-bit Internal | No |
| Recording Limit | 29 min |
| Log Profiles | − |
| Built-in Mic | Stereo |
| Headphone Jack | No |
| Mic Input | Yes |
| HDMI Output | Micro (Type D) |
Focus
| Phase Detect Points | 117 |
|---|---|
| Contrast Detect Points | 25 |
| Low Light AF | -1 EV |
| Eye AF | No |
| Animal AF | No |
| Vehicle AF | No |
Viewfinder
| EVF Type | OLED |
|---|---|
| EVF Resolution | 2.36M dots |
| EVF Magnification | 0.71x |
Monitor
| LCD Size | 3" |
|---|---|
| LCD Resolution | 0.92M dots |
| LCD Type | Tilting |
| Touch Screen | No |
Interface
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 4 |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | − |
| USB | Micro USB 2.0 |
| Memory Card Slots | 1x SD UHS-I |
| GPS | No |
General
| Price (MSRP) | $1,699 |
|---|---|
| Body Material | Magnesium Alloy |
| Dimensions | 126.9×94.4×48.2 mm |
| Weight | 474g (1.04 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| In-Body Stabilization | No |
| Battery Life (EVF) | 270 shots |
| Battery Life (LCD) | 340 shots |
| Battery Type | NP-FW50 |
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