Sony redefines imaging experience with the launch
of new α7R II
World’s First Back-Illuminated 35mm
Full-Frame Sensor[1]
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α7R II is a full-frame mirrorless camera
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Features the world’s
first back-illuminated full-frame Exmor R™ CMOS sensor
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Packs 42.4 MP
Back-illuminated CMOS sensor, In-camera 5-axis Image Stabilisation, Internal 4K
Video Recording, Silent Shooting, Fast Hybrid AF and more
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Powered with the
newly refined XGA OLED Tru-Finder™ with the world’s highest (0.78x) viewfinder
magnification
Sony India takes yet another step in
redefining the imaging industry with the launch of its new flagship full-frame
mirror less camera, the α7R II. This stunning interchangeable
lens camera features the
world’s first back-illuminated full-frame Exmor R™ CMOS sensor1,
which realises high-resolution (approximately 42.4 effective megapixels),
high-sensitivity (expandable up to ISO 102400)[2]
and high-speed AF response up to 40 per cent faster than the original α7R,
thanks to 399 focal plane phase detection AF points. The company continues to deliver
game-changing imaging products that are changing the way of imaging.
The camera also includes a 5-axis image
stabilisation system borrowed from the acclaimed α7 II model, and has the
ability to shoot and record 4K videos in multiple formats including Super 35mm
(without pixel binning) and full-frame format, a world’s first for digital
cameras1. Additionally, it
has a newly refined XGA OLED Tru-Finder™ with the world’s highest (0.78x)
viewfinder magnification[3].
High-Resolution,
High-Sensitivity and High-Speed Response
The newly-developed 42.4-megapixel back-illuminated
CMOS sensor is the most advanced, versatile and highest-resolution full-frame
image sensor that Sony has ever created, allowing the α7R II to reach new
levels of quality, sensitivity and response speed. In the past, many
photographers have been forced to choose between high-resolution and high-speed
or high-resolution and high-sensitivity when selecting a camera. The new α7R II
eliminates that sacrifice thanks to its innovative image sensor.
The 42.4-megapixel sensor combines gapless on-chip
lens design and AR (anti-reflective) coating on the surface of the sensor’s
glass seal to dramatically improve light collection efficiency, resulting in
high-sensitivity with low-noise performance and wide dynamic range. This allows the camera to shoot at an
impressive ISO range of 100 to 25600 that is expandable to ISO 50 to 1024002.
Furthermore, the sensor’s back-illuminated
structure, with an expanded circuit scale and copper wiring design, enables
faster transmission speed and ensures content can be captured in
high-resolution without sacrificing sensitivity. Data can also be output from
the sensor at approximately 3.5x faster compared to the original α7R.
An ideal match to Sony’s extensive collection of FE
lenses (35mm full-frame compatible E-mount lenses), the new α7R II features a
high-speed BIONZ X image processing engine that allows images and videos from
the camera to be captured with supreme details and low noise. There is also no optical low pass filter on
the camera, ensuring that scenery and landscapes are captured in the highest
possible resolution and clarity.
The α7R II has a new highly-durable
reduced-vibration shutter that realises 50 per cent less vibration from shutter
movements compared to its predecessor, and has a cycle durability of
approximately 500,000 shots[4].
The camera can also be set to Silent Shooting mode in order to shoot images
quietly without any sensor vibration or movement.
The new image sensor features 399 focal-plane
phase-detection AF points – the world’s widest AF coverage on a full-frame
sensor1 – that work together with 25 contrast AF points to achieve a
focus response speed that is approximately 40 per cent faster than the original
model. The α7R II utilises an advanced motion-detection algorithm combined with
this Fast Hybrid AF system to achieve up to 5fps continuous shooting with AF
tracking.
The focal plane phase-detection AF system on the α7R
II also works well with Sony’s A-mount lenses when they are mounted on the
camera using an LA-EA3 mount adapter. This allows users to enjoy the wide AF
coverage of 399 focal plane phase-detection AF points, high-speed response and
high-tracking performance with a wider range of lenses. This marks the first
time that the AF system of a mirrorless camera can achieve high performance
with lenses originally designed for DSLRs.
5-Axis
Image Stabilisation Optimised for 42.4-Megapixels
The new flagship α7R II model is equipped with an
innovative 5-axis image stabilisation system that has been fine-tuned to
support its high-resolution shooting capacity. Similar to the system launched
on the acclaimed α7 II model, this advanced form of image stabilisation
corrects camera shake along five axes during shooting, including angular shake
(pitch and yaw) that tends to occur with a telephoto lens, shift shake (X and Y
axes) which becomes noticeable as magnification increases, and rotational shake
(roll) that often affects video recording. This camera shake compensation
system is equivalent to shooting at a shutter speed approximately 4.5 steps
faster[5].
Additionally, the 5-axis stabilisation works
cooperatively with Sony’s α lenses with optical SteadyShot™ (OSS) to provide
maximum stabilisation and clarity, while also performing admirably via a
compatible mount adapter with Sony α A-mount
lenses[6] without on-board stabilisation. Effects of the
stabilisation can be previewed via live-view mode on the LCD or OLED viewfinder
of the camera.
Unrivaled4K
Movie Shooting Performance
The impressive video credentials of Sony’s new α7R
II camera include the ability to record movies in 4K quality (QFHD 3840x2160)
in either Super 35mm crop mode or full-frame mode.
In Super 35mm mode, the camera collects a wealth of
information from approximately 1.8x as many pixels as 4K by using full pixel
readout without pixel binning and oversamples the information to produce 4K
movies with minimal moire and ‘jaggies’.
In full-frame mode, the α7R II uses the full width
of the 35mm sensor for 4K recording, allowing users to maxmise the expanded
expressive power of the sensor. It is the world’s first digital camera to offer
this in-camera full-frame format 4K recording capacity1.
The camera utilises the advanced XAVC S[7]
codec during video shooting, which records at a high bit rate of 100Mbps during
4K recording and 50Mbps during full HD shooting.
The α7R II model also features a variety of
functions to support a professional video workflow including Picture Profile,
S-Log2 Gamma and S-Gamut, 120fps high frame rate movie shooting in HD (720p),
time code, clean HDMI output and many more.
Enhanced
Design, Operability and Reliability
The new full-frame α7R II has an upgraded XGA OLED
Tru-Finder™ with a double-sided aspherical lens that delivers the world’s
highest viewfinder magnification3 of 0.78x for crystal clear image
preview and playback across the entire display area. ZEISS® T* Coating is also
available to reduce unwanted reflections that interfere with the shooting
experience.
The camera has an extremely solid, professional feel
in-hand thanks to its light, rigid magnesium alloy design, and has an improved
and re-designed grip and shutter button compared to its predecessor. There is
also a new mechanism to conveniently lock the mode dial, and an expanded range
of customisable functions and buttons to suit the most demanding
photographers.
The new α7R II camera is Wi-Fi and NFC-compatible,
and is fully functional with Sony’s PlayMemories Mobile™ application available
for Android™ and iOS platforms, as well as Sony’s growing range of
PlayMemories Camera Apps™, which add a range of creative capabilities to the
camera. For example, there is more creativity available now for time-lapse
photography thanks to a new “Angle Shift add-on” app that allows users to
easily add pan, tilt and zoom to time-lapse images without any additional
shooting equipment or PC software required. More information can be found here:
www.sony.net/pmca.
The α7R II is compatible with Sony’s growing line-up
of α mount lenses, which now totals 63 different models including 12 native FE
full frame lenses. By early 2016, Sony will add eight new lenses to its FE full
frame lineup, bringing the FE total to 20 lenses and the overall α mount
assortment to 70 different models.
Free
bundled accessories:
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α7R II
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Free
Carry Case (MII-SC5)
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Free
Micro HDMI Cable
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Free
64GB SDXC High Speed Memory Card
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Battery
Charger (BC-VW1)
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2
Rechargeable Battery
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α7R IIcan be
ordered through Alpha Flagship Stores and Brand Stores.
Model
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Price
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Availability
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α7R II
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Rs. 2,39,990
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11thAugust, 2015
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About Sony India Pvt. Ltd.
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the most recognized consumer electronics brand in the country, with a
reputation for new age technology, digital concepts and excellent after sales
service. In India, Sony has its footprint across all major towns and cities in
the country through a distribution network comprising of over 20,000 dealers
and distributors, more than 300 exclusive Sony outlets and 25 branch locations.
Sony India also has a strong service presence across the country with 365
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sensitive service that is rare today.
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9442191717
[2]Expanded ISO range
available only for shooting still images.
[3]Among digital still
cameras. The viewfinder magnification is approx. 0.78x (with 50mm lens at
infinity, -1m-1). As of June 2015 based on a Sony research.
[4]According
to a Sony internal testing, with the electronic front curtain shutter
activated.
[5]Based on CIPA
standards.Compensates for angular shake (pitch and yaw). Measured using a
Sonnar T* FE 55mm F1.8 ZA lens, with long exposure noise reduction off.
[6] Some lenses are not
compatible with 5-axis image stabilisation.
[7] An SDXC memory card
with a Class 10 or higher speed rating is required for XAVC S recording, while
UHS Speed Class 3 is required for recording at 100Mbps.
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