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Sony a7S body

Main info

  • 12 megapixel full frame EXMOR R CMOS sensor
  • Sensor sensitivity up to ISO 409 600
  • FullHD 1920 × 1080 50p in-camera video recording
  • 4K UHD clean HDMI output
  • 0.5" OLED viewfinder, 2.36 million dots

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Beyond human vision.
Presenting the α7S, the world’s smallest full frame interchangeable lens camera. Images and video come alive with a breakthrough 15.3 stops of dynamic range. ISO sensitivity up to 409,600 reveals astonishing detail and color even in the dead of night. Video excels with Full Pixel Readout, a 4K-optimized sensor and uncompressed 4K output via HDMI.
 
35mm large pixel sensor with 15.3-stops dynamic range
The innovative α7S features a 12.2 effective megapixel 35mm Exmor® CMOS sensor paired with a powerful BIONZ X image processor. The α7S can shoot at a sensitivity range of ISO 100 – 409600 with low noise and unprecedented 15.3 stops of dynamic range. The extra-large pixels on the α7S collects dramatically more light than traditional cameras to produce beautifully detailed, low-noise images in even the most challenging lighting environments.
 
12.2MP sensor optimized for 4k and low light video
The α7S is the world’s first 35mm camera to incorporate ‘direct pixel readout’ utilizing the entire width of the full-frame image sensor without line skipping or pixel binning. Therefore in both HD and 4K video acquisition it can read and process data from every one of the sensor’s pixels. This allows video shooters to utilize all of the artistic and creative benefits provided by the unique sensor.
 
Fast Intelligent AF in light as low as EV -4
Equipped with the same high-precision Fast Intelligent AF system as the α7R camera, the α7S drastically improve AF sensitivity in low-light that can go as low as -4EV.
 
New-generation RGB filter with gapless on-chip lens design
The larger than normal pixel size on the 35mm full-frame image sensor with effective 12.2MP, employs Sony’s latest image sensor technologies on the α7S. To boost the image sensor’s light collection efficiency, a new-generation RGB color filter has been adopted, in addition to the gapless on-chip lens design, light concentration technology and photodiode expansion technology delivers unprecedented high sensitivity and low-noise levels with high dynamic range in every light condition from severe low light to bright sunlight. Ghosting and flare have been minimized by applying an AR coating on the surface of the glass seal over the image sensor, further contributing to the high image quality on the a7S.
 
Uncompressed 4:2:2 Full HD and 4K QFHD output via HDMI
In XAVC S video mode, the a7S can output uncompressed QFHD 4K video (3840 x 2160) in 8-bit 4:2:2 to an optional external 3rd party 4k recorder via HDMI.
 
Silent shutter mode for discreet shooting
Silent shutter mode is ideal when discretionary shooting is required; like capturing a recital or wildlife. Activating the silent shutter eliminates the use of the mechanical shutter and therefore shutter noise by utilizing an electronic shutter in its place.
 
Pro-workflow w/ Picture Profile, S-Log2 and time code
The α7S is equipped with S-Log2 gamma. Common to Sony’s range of professional video cameras, S-Log2 expands the dynamic range by up to 1300% to minimize clipped highlights and loss of detail in shadows. The α7S include a picture profile that can adjust settings like gamma, black, level and color adjustment, and can be saved for use in a multi-camera shoot. It also has Full HD and 4K base band HDMI® output, time code/user bit for easier editing, synchronous recording feature with compatible devices, various marker and zebra displays on both the LCD screen and viewfinder.
 
Contrast OLED Viewfinder
View every scene in rich detail with the 2.4M dot XGA OLED Tru-Finder, which features OLED improvements and the same 3-lens optical system used in the flagship a99. Since the viewfinder faithfully displays what will appear in your recording, including the effects of your camera settings, you can accurately monitor your scene and the settings results. You'll enjoy rich tonal gradations and 3 times the contrast of the a99, along with high-end features like 100% frame coverage and a wide viewing angle.
 
3.0" 1.23M dot LCD tilts for high and low angle framing
The tiltable 3.0" (1,229k dots) Xtra Fine™ LCD Display makes it easy to photograph over crowds or low to capture pets eye to eye by swinging up approx. 84° and down approx. 45°. Easily scroll through menus and preview life thanks to WhiteMagic™ technology that dramatically increases visibility in bright daylight. The large display delivers brilliant-quality still images and movies while enabling easy focusing operation.
 
Audio level controls, AAC/Linear PCM*2, optional XLR kit
The α7S has a Multi-terminal interface shoe that is compatible with Sony’s XLR Adaptor Microphone Kits (XLR-K1M plus a new model under development), allowing the use of professional microphone systems.
 
Compatible w/ Sony E-mount lenses and many others
Directly compatible with the growing family of E-mount lenses, the α7S camera can also be used with A-mount and others lens systems with optional adapters. Sony’s complete α lens system includes several premium offerings from Carl Zeiss® and G Series Lenses. Sony’s E-mount lens system is particularly well-suited for video shooting, with a variety of models containing "movie-friendly" features like smooth focusing, powered zoom control, and silent iris/aperture control.
 
Simple connectivity to smartphones via Wi-Fi® or NFC
Connectivity with smartphones for One-touch sharing/One-touch remote has been simplified with Wi-Fi®/NFC control. In addition to Wi-Fi support, the a7S also supports NFC (near filed communication) providing "one touch connection" convenience with NFC enabled smartphones and tablets. Users need only touch devices to connect; no complex set-up is required. Moreover, when using Smart Remote Control – a feature that allows shutter release to be controlled by a smartphone – connection to the smartphone can be established by simply touching compatible devices.

Sensor

Effective megapixels
12.2
Megapixels
12 megapixels
Sensor size
Full frame
Sensor type
Exmor™ CMOS
Sensor size
35.8 × 23.9 mm
Full frame
Full frame
Yes
Crop factor
1×
Aspect ratio
3 : 2
Largest image size
4240 × 2832
Smallest image size
2128 × 1416
Imaging processor
BIONZ X
ISO
100 – 102 400
Expandable ISO 50 – 409 600
1/3 EV increments
Filters
Primary color filter
Low pass filter
Dust removal
Yes
Colour space
sRGB
Adobe RGB

Bayonet

Camera body mount
Sony E-mount
Compatible lenses
Sony FE lenses
Sony E lenses (in crop mode)
Sony A-mount lenses + Minolta & Konica Minolta α/MAXXUM/DYNAX lenses (with optional A-mount adapter)
Minolta & Konica Minolta α/MAXXUM/DYNAX objektiivid (adapteriga)

Image stabiliser

Image stabiliser
None
Uses in-lens stabilization

Focusing

Focusing sensor
TTL contrast detection AF
Autofocus points
25
AF sensor working range
-4 – 20 EV
Autofocus modes
Single
Continuous
Manual
Manual focus assist
Focus Peaking
Focus lock
Yes
Can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway
Focus point selection
Multi
Center
Spot
AF assist light
Yes

Exposure metering

Metering
TTL metering
1200-zone evaluative metering using CMOS sensor
Metering range
-3 – 20 EV
Modes
Multi-segment (evaluative)
Center weighted average
Spot
AE lock
Yes
Exposure compensation
±5 EV
1/3 or 1/2 EV increments
Exposure bracketing
1/3, 1/2, 2/3, 1, 2 or 3 EV increments
3 or 5 frames

Shutter

Shutter
Electronically-controlled
Vertical-travel focal-plane shutter
Shutter speed
1/8000 – 30 sec
Bulb

Shooting

Exposure modes
iAuto
Superior Auto
Scene
Program
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual
Sweep Panorama
Movie
Scene modes
Yes
Drive modes
Single
Continuous (High)
Continuous (Low)
Self-timer 2 sec
Self-timer 10 sec
Self timer continuous
Bracketing
Digital filters
Yes
Still image continuous shooting
5 fps [High]
2.5 fps [Low]
JPEG+RAW
Yes

White balance

White balance metering
Auto TTL by CMOS image sensor
White balance modes
Auto
Daylight
Cloudy
Shade
Tungsten
Fluorescent
Color temperature
Color temperature set (2500 - 9900K (G7 to M7, 15-step) (A7 to B7, 15-step))
WB Bracketing
3 frames

Movie recording

Video recording
Full HD 1920 × 1080
Video resolution
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 50p
Other formats
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 50i
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 25p
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 24p
[HDV] 1440 × 1080 25p
[VGA] 640 × 480 25p
Bitrate
[FullHD] 28 Mbps
Microphone
Integrated stereo microphone
HDMI output
8 bit uncompressed
YCbCr 4:2:2
4K video (3840 × 2160 25p/24p) output

File types

JPEG
EXIF 2.3
DCF
DPOF
RAW
ARW 2.3
Movie format
AVCHD (Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC; Audio: Dolby Digital AC3 stereo)
MP4 (Video: XAVC S; Audio: AAC-LC stereo)
MP4 (Video: XAVC S (H.264/MPEG4-AVC); Audio: Linear PCM stereo)

Viewfinder

Viewfinder
Electronic
Viewfinder type
OLED
Screen dots
2 359 296
Viewfinder size
0,5"
Coverage
100%
Magnification
0.71×
Dioptre correction
-4 – +3
Depth of field preview
Yes

LCD monitor

Display type
XtraFine TFT LCD
Display size (inches)
3.0
Screen dots
921 600
Articulation
Tiltable
Touch screen
No
Coverage
100%
Adjustments
Brightness
Live View
Yes

Storage

Memory card slots
1
Memory card type
SD
SDHC
SDXC (UHS-I)
Memory Stick PRO Duo
Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo
Memory Stick XC-HD Duo

Flash

Flash type
None
Flash modes
Auto
Fill flash
Flash off
Slow sync
Rear curtain sync
Red-eye reduction
Flash exposure compensation
±3 EV
1/2 or 1/3 EV increments
External flash
External flashguns with ADI / Sony TTL support
Hot shoe
Yes
ISO 518 standard hot shoe
X-Sync
1/160 sec

Interface

USB
microUSB 2.0
Video
microHDMI (Type D)
Sound
3.5 mm microphone input
3.5 mm headphones out
Remote controller interface
Sony Multi-Terminal
Remote control
Sony remote commander RM-VPR1
Via connected smartphone
Wireless
WiFi IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
NFC
Yes
Other connections
Multi Interface Shoe
Multi Terminal interface

Features

GPS
No
Electronic level
No
Panorama
Yes
HDR
Yes
Time lapse
No

Power source

Battery
NP-FW50 lithium battery
Battery life
360 shots (CIPA)

Body

Materials
Magnesium alloy body
Color
Black
Height (mm)
94.4
Width (mm)
126.9
Depth (mm)
48.2
Weight (body only)
446 g
Kit
Body only
Package contents
2 × lithium battery NP-FW50
AC adapter AC-UB10
Body mount cover
Shoulder strap
microUSB cable

Product codes

EAN
4905524983289
4905524983319
Manufacturer code
ILCE7SB.CEC

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