The Sony A7 Mark II is a full frame mirrorless camera that delivers extraordinary technological achievements with the world's first 5-axis image stabilization for full-frame ILC. This Sony mirrorless camera uses a 24 megapixel sensor and a Bionz X processor.
The camera also has the ability to record in the XAVC S codec with a bit rate of 50MBps at 1080 / 60p. With a reasonably priced mirrorless Sony A7 II, this mirrorless camera will complete the full-frame camera lineup for the A7 series.
By using a hybrid AF system with 117 phase-detect and 25 contrast points, the results of this mirrorless camera have clear colors. Sony claims AF has been increased by about 30% from its predecessor thanks to algorithmic tweaks, and tracking has been increased 1.5 times.
As a full-frame mirrorless camera, the Sony A7 II specification is very capable of producing a high-value image. The camera uses a 24-megapixel Exmor CMOS sensor that is nominated with a Bionz X processor. This combination provides high speed in the process of taking pictures, so as to produce textures and details in real time.
Interestingly again, Sony provides a firmware update, so that the phase detection capability is increased. Based on the Sony A7 Mark II Indonesian review, the camera now has a Fast Hybrid AF system with a combination of 117 sensor phase detection points and 25 contrast detection AF points. This allows shooting up to 5fps with continuous autofocus.
Sony claims that the new focusing algorithm allows a 30% increase in AF speed, with faster and longer high-speed drives. Improved 1.5x increase in AF Tracking performance. Sony also claims the A7 II startup time is about 40% faster than the A7. That way the results of Sony A7 II photos can be more leverage.
Tracking AF performance has also been improved by adding Lock-on AF (Wide / Zone / Center / Flexible Spot) to help follow moving subjects. This allows the camera to continue to track the subject after other adjacent objects have disturbed the view. There is also an increase in motion detection to help identify the subject and distinguish it from the background.
This time Sony brought a 5-axis sensor-shift stabilization system to compensate for yaw, pitch, and roll, as well as vertical and horizontal movements. So the camera provides up to 4.5 stops of stabilization correction. This is the result of collaboration with Olympus technology for body-based IS for Sony Alpha cameras.
The A7 II shift sensor image stabilization works in conjunction with the Optical Steady Shot system built into the E-mount lens equipped with OSS. The existence of this stabilization system makes this mirrorless Sony camera have a shutter speed of 1/10 second.
In addition, with the combination of the Bionz X processor, the camera is able to take pictures continuously reaching up to 5 fps and the buffer stretches up to 25 RAW plus JPEG exposure. The camera is also capable of taking pictures up to 60 frames when shooting Extra Fine JPEGs.
To complete the Sony Alpha A7 Mark II specifications, the camera is equipped with better video recording features including the XAVC S format at 50Mbps. The S-Log2 gamma profile has also been installed to reduce contrast and greater dynamic range. The camera also added the Time Code feature to help with the identification of scenes and synchronization of records from multiple cameras.
The Sony A7 II also supports clean HDMI output up to 1080 / 60p output with simultaneous internal recording, as well as 4: 2: 2 8 compressed output via HDMI to an external recorder. Video recording resolution available in the XAVC S format is 1920 x 1080 at 60p, 30p and 24p.
For the AVCHD 2.0 format offers 1920 x 1080 at 60p, 60i and 24p. 1440 x 1080 and VGA resolution at 30p are also available in MP4 format. This is the advantage of Sony Alpha 7 II from the previous version.
Although there are many sites that review about the two such as the difference between the Sony A7 and A7 II to the A7 and A7 II comparisons, the latest version always provides refreshment for Sony fans. But that also does not apply to those of you who have certain techniques in photography.
We switch to connectivity. Like its predecessor, the A7 II features Wi-Fi and NFC wireless connectivity that enables wireless image transfer to a remote control. Of course the camera must be connected to the PlayMemories Mobile application from Sony which must be installed first on iOS and Android devices.
The Sony A7 II LCD has also been upgraded to the White Magic panel, which has pixels composed of red, green, blue and white dots to increase brightness. This LCD generates a point number of 1,228,800.
The range of the tilt mechanism has also been increased, allowing the panel to tilt up to about 107 degrees, up from 84 degrees on the A7. As for the electronic viewfinder measuring 2.4-inch 2.4million-dot (EVF) with a magnification of 0.71x.
For power sources, Sony carries a NP-FW50 Series W Rechargeable battery that can last up to 350 shots per charge. However, if you use the VG-C2EM vertical battery handle, it is possible to increase the battery life for longer. As for storage media, the A7 II is equipped with a Secure Digital (SD, SDHC & SDXC) memory card or Memory Stick (PRO Duo, PRO-HG Duo & XC-HG Duo).
Looking at the Sony A7 II mirrorless camera review which is equipped with advanced features, this camera is evidence of a significant improvement to the Alpha A7. Highly effective 5-axis stabilization and new layout make it a more ergonomic and versatile camera.
Although the battery stamina is less fast, but with the grip of the VG-C2EM battery, the camera's performance can be maximized. In Indonesia, this camera, besides being sold only with body, is also sold with several kit lenses that can be your choice.
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For the price of the Sony A7 II body only priced at 20.9 million. For the price of the Sony A7 Mark II FE 50mm kit at 19.9 million, with the 85mm f / 1.8 FE kit at 21.9 million, with the lens kit FE 55mm f / 1.8 ZA at 27.9 million.
Whereas the 28-70mm f / 3.5-5.6 OSS kit lens is priced at 19.9 million. Although a little more expensive, but if you are looking for a mirrorless camera with good stabilization, then the recommended mirrorless camera is the Sony A7 II.
Full Specifications of Sony A7 II
| General | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Sony |
| Model | Sony Alpha A7 II |
| Announced | 2014-11-20 |
| Body Type | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Lens | |
| Manual Focus | |
| Lens Mount | Sony E (NEX) |
| Number of Lenses | 115 |
| Focal Length Multiplier | 1x |
| Macro Focus Range | n/a |
| Screen | |
| Screen Type | Tilting |
| Screen Size | 3 |
| Screen Resolution | 1,230k dots |
| Live View | |
| Touch Screen | |
| Viewfinder | |
| Viewfinder | Electronic |
| Viewfinder Resolution | 2,359k dots |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 100% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.71 |
| Photography Features | |
| Min Shutter Speed | 30s |
| Max Shutter Speed | 1/8000s |
| Continuous Shooting | 5.0 fps |
| Shutter Priority | |
| Aperture Priority | |
| Manual Exposure Mode | |
| Exposure Compensation | Yes |
| Custom White Balance | |
| Image Stabilization | |
| Built-in Flash | |
| Flash Range | no built-in flash |
| Flash Modes | no built-in flash |
| External Flash | |
| AE Bracketing | |
| WB Bracketing | |
| Exposure Modes | |
| Multi-Segment | |
| Average | |
| Spot | |
| Partial | |
| AF-Area | |
| Center Weighted | |
| DxO Sensor Scores | |
| DxO Overall Score | 90 |
| DxO Color Depth | 24.9 |
| DxO Dynamic Range | 13.6 |
| DxO Low Light ISO | 2449 |
| Sensor | |
|---|---|
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Sensor Size | Full frame |
| Sensor Dimensions | 35.8 x 23.9 mm |
| Sensor Area | 855.62mm2 |
| Sensor Resolution | 24 megapixels |
| Max Image Resolution | 6000 x 4000 |
| Max Native ISO | 25,600 |
| Max Boosted ISO | 51200 |
| Min Native ISO | 100 |
| Min Boosted ISO | 50 |
| RAW Support | |
| Autofocus | |
| AF Touch | |
| AF Continuous | |
| AF Single | |
| AF Tracking | |
| AF Selective | |
| AF Center | |
| AF Multi Area | |
| AF Live View | |
| AF Face Detection | |
| AF Contrast Detection | |
| AF Phase Detection | |
| Number of Focus Points | 117 |
| Number of Cross Focus Points | Unknown |
| Video Features | |
| Video Resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
| Max Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
| Video Formats | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
| Microphone Port | |
| Headphone Port | |
| Connectivity | |
| Wireless Connectivity | Built-In |
| HDMI | |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Physical | |
| Environmental Sealing | |
| Water Proof | |
| Dust Proof | |
| Shock Proof | |
| Crush Proof | |
| Freeze Proof | |
| Weight | 599g |
| Physical Dimensions | 127 x 96 x 60mm |
| Battery Life | 350 shots |
| Battery Type | Battery Pack |
| Battery Model | NP-FW50 |
| Other Features | |
| Self Timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
| Timelapse Recording | With downloadable app |
| GPS | None |
| Storage Type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage Slots | 1 |
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