Sony Alpha 7R
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The Sony Alpha 7R is a full-frame E-mount mirrorless camera. The A7R is very similar to its less-expensive sibling (the A7), except that it uses a 36 megapixel CMOS sensor with no optical low-pass filter. The A7 twins are the smallest and lightest full-frame cameras on the market.
While the cameras can use any E-mount lens, there will be a crop factor involved (unless you don't mind vignetting). Sony is producing a new line of FE-series lenses that take advantage of the larger sensor.
The A7's use the new Sony Bionz X processor, which produces images with better detail, less noise, and reduced diffraction. Other features include a 3-inch, tilting LCD, XGA OLED electronic viewfinder, Multi-interface (hot) shoe, Wi-Fi with NFC, and 1080/60p video recording.
| Body type | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Max resolution | 7360 x 4912 |
| Effective pixels | 36 megapixels |
| Sensor size | Full frame (35.9 x 24 mm) |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
| ISO | 100-25600 |
| Lens mount | Sony E (NEX) |
| Articulated LCD | Tilting |
| Screen size | 3″ |
| Screen dots | 1,230,000 |
| Min shutter speed | 30 sec |
| Max shutter speed | 1/8000 sec |
| Format | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Storage types | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 465 g (1.03 lb / 16.40 oz) |
| Dimensions | 127 x 94 x 48 mm (5 x 3.7 x 1.89″) |
| GPS | None |
When it comes to getting high image quality from a small, full-frame camera, the Sony a7R has it wrapped up. It's worth the higher price and pairs well with Sony's impressive FE lenses.
Good for: Those who have no trouble processing Raw images, and will take the time to learn how best to apply the a7R's keenly sharp sensor.
Not so good for: Snapshooters who would be drawn to the camera because of the high resolution and price tag.
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