Sony a7II vs a7RII – Which Should You Go For And Why?

Our review today will be putting two fantastic cameras side by side for a detailed comparison of both cameras. Trust us when we say that there’s a whole lot to learn from the Sony a7II vs a7RII debate.

Belonging to the same series, these two pro, mirrorless cameras have a lot of strong features they bring to the table. So, we can understand how making a decision can be somewhat difficult.

Thankfully, you’re here at this time. You’re going to learn everything about these cameras including strengths and weaknesses that they share. Our hope is that, at the end of the Sony a7II vs a7RII review, you’re able to make a more informed choice of a camera rather than just picking one randomly.

The best way to enjoy value for your money, after all, isn’t to simply pick the most popular or the most expensive camera. It is by getting something that meets your own needs. Come on, let’s see the bigger picture in the contest of the Sony a7II vs a7RII.

Sony a7II vs a7RII – Comparison Overview

Alright, here’s where we give you a quick tour around the various sections we will be getting into today’s review of the Sony a7II vs a7RII.

So, first things first, we will give our general opinion of the cameras in this review. We feel they are quite impressive and if we are giving a general assessment, these are good pro cameras.

Now, let’s get a little more specific

Both cameras are relatively compact but somewhat heavy. The lighter is 599g which is for the a7II, and everyone knows that a 599g camera is not light by a long shot.

Furthermore, the battery lives of these cameras too aren’t so impressive. The higher of the too can only give 350 shots for one charge which is somewhat limiting especially if you need this for sport or wildlife photography.

And then the ISO could be better. A couple of users had their issues especially when it came to low light situations.

Now, it seems like it’s just bad reviews for these cameras, but hey, there are good parts too! One of these cameras – the a7RII actually gives you 4k video resolution. And even their sensor resolution is pretty high too at 24MP (a7II) and 42MP (a7RII).

Time-lapse recording, face detection focus, and RAW support were other things we also loved about both cameras. Not to forget the wireless connection and tilting screens as well.

A pretty solid body too also does it for us with these two cameras.

For the money, we would say both are worth the money. However, the a7RII does begin to feel slightly overpriced at some point especially relative to the a7II. The upgrades, after all, are few and subtle.

Anyway, if we’re talking generally, and remembering that these are pro cameras, then we can see how we can part with the price tag to have these guys.

Sony a7II vs a7RII – Comparison Of Major Specs And Features

Sony A7II	Sony A7RII
Announced 20th November, 2014	10th June, 2015
24MP Full frame CMOS Sensor	42MP – Full frame BSI-CMOS Sensor
ISO 100-25600 (expands to 50 -25,600)	ISO 100-25600 (expands to 50 – 102,400)
Battery: 350 shots	Battery: 290 shots
117 Phase Detect AF Points	399 Phase Detect AF Points
13.6 Dynamic Range	13.9 Dynamic Range
2449 Low Light ISO	3434 Low Light ISO
Anti-Aliasing Filter	No Anti-Aliasing Filter
1920 x 1080 Max Video Resolution (1080 @ 50MBbps)	3840 x 2160 Max Video Resolution (4K @ 100Mbps)
No support for UHS memory cards	UHS-I available
35.65µm2 Sensor Pixel Area	20.33µm2 Sensor Pixel Area
599 grams	625 grams

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Sony a7II vs a7RII – Circumstances They Are Best Suited For

Sony a7II	Sony a7RII
The Sony a7II has many areas where it does excellently. For instance, it’s a good candidate if you need a daily camera. With its weather-sealed body, this is something you carry about wherever you want. Plus, it’s relatively compact even though it is somewhat heavy at 599 grams.   Furthermore, having a large sensor, the camera ensures that your image quality is still nice even in low light conditions. Plus, it also gives a shallow depth of field as well as adds a nice touch of blur when needed. This is not just great for daily photography, but also wonderful for portrait and landscape photography as well.   Its image stabilization feature and electronic viewfinder are also features that make this camera great for portrait and sports photography too. Although we must add that though the camera is great for sports, its 5.0 fps is a bit of a drawback. We know that when it comes to action sceneries like sports and wildlife, faster is always better.   However, besides that, this camera works great for nearly all kinds of photography. Its greatest strengths though are in portrait photography, street photography, daily photography, and sports photography. As for landscape photography, it’s just okay. It could work for you if that’s what you can afford but if you can afford to go for something better, consider it.	The aR7II and the a7II are both identical when it comes to areas where they excel. It’s beautiful for portrait photography and even has an advantage over the a7II in that it has a higher resolution sensor at 42.0 MP. So, there’s more room to crop. Plus, you get to print your portraits in larger size while still maintaining the fine details.   It’s also great for street photography with its face-detection focusing, tilting screen, live view, and image stabilization. Its full-frame also ensures that you get a decent image quality even in low light.   Now, for sports photography, the aR7II seems to have everything going for it. The max shutter speed is super fast at 1/8000s, 399 focus points, good enough low light ISO, and image stabilization. It only fails in the area of the batteries. 290 shots per charge aren’t quite ideal for sporting activities where it is important that you capture every moment.   Furthermore, the aR7II is better for landscape photography because its full-frame is larger and its resolution is also sharper. So, in all, there’s more you can do with the aR7II than the a7II. It’s got better features, of course, and let’s not forget its 4k video resolution that beats the a7II. It’s a lot pricier though at nearly $2000. However, if you can afford to make the upgrade, you’d find it to be worth the money.

Sony a7II Vs a7RII – Common Features

The following features are common to both the Sony a7II and the a7RII.

1. Camera Image Sensor

2. Full-frame Sized Sensor

3. Megapixels

4. ISO Range

5. Sensor Image Stabilization

6. 3-inch Tilting screen

7. Frame Per Second Shooting

8. Weather-sealed Bodies

9. Dynamic Range

10. Raw Support

Camera Image Sensor

The size of your sensor is important to your camera as it determines the amount of light your camera would use in creating your image. So, in the simplest terms, image sensors contain millions of photosites. These photosites are light-sensitive dots that capture what’s going on through the lens. They are kinda like the modern version of the films older generation cameras used to use in those days.

So, naturally, from our explanation, you could conclude that the higher the image sensor, the more they would be able to capture, and the better their images would be.

Well, that’s right. Naturally, the photosites on a small image sensor would be dwarfed by those on a bigger sensor. So, the images from the bigger sensor would produce better images, less noise, and better performance in low light. Of course, this makes for happier photographers.

Besides that, a larger sensor also means increased resolution which translates to images with sharper details. And you don’t have to sacrifice too much on other fronts as well.

Full-Frame Sized Sensor

Which uses a full-frame: Sony a7II vs Sony a7RII?

The Sony a7II and the Sony a7RII have a full-frame. The Sony a7II has a 24.0MP (35.8 x 23.9mm) sized CMOS sensor with the Bionz X processor. The Sony a7RII has a 42.0MP (35.9 x 24 mm) sized BSI-CMOS sensor with a Bionz X processor.

Typically, a sensor could come in any of two sizes – crop sensor or full frame. Usually, full-frame sensors measure 35 millimeters. But just how did it come to be known as the standard for full-frame?

Well, since 1909, film gauge has been measured at 35 millimeters and it was settled on because it brought that balance in the quality of image and cost.

So, here’s why a full-frame sensor rocks.

In the first place, you get a wider dynamic range as well as better performance in low light situations. Plus, full-frame cameras are better for architectural photography since they have a much wider angle which is more important when using tilt/shift lenses.

Also, the shallower depth of a full-frame compared to the crop sensor makes for a more beautiful aesthetic. So in practice, even when shooting at the same angle, focal length, and using the same settings of the aperture, a full-frame will still give a shallower depth (aka more bokeh) then a crop sensor.

The reason for this is that a larger sensor would naturally require a longer focal length to capture the same field of view.

Now, for the crop sensor, on the other hand. It only has the advantage in that it is more affordable and is also much more portable and compact.

Megapixels

How many megapixels do the Sony a7II and the Sony a7RII have?

The Sony a7II has a 24.3-megapixels while the Sony a7RII has 42.4 megapixels. For some, 16 megapixels are okay. However, there are others who think that for the added detail you’ll be getting, the extra-large files which require high computer processing power to handle are not such a big deal.

In our opinion, probably go for a higher megapixel if you intend to print extra large pictures or heavily crop them later. If, on the other hand, you’re just printing normally or sharing them online, then you probably do not need more than 16 megapixels, in which case you’ll be better off with the a7II

Sony a7II	Sony a7RII
Alright, first off, the Sony A7II comes with a 24MP Full frame (35.8 x 23.9) sized CMOS sensor. It also features a Bionz X processor. Now, let’s see how this plays out in the performance of the camera.   A 24MP camera is not bad at all. And in some spheres, in fact, some people might even consider it overkill. In comparison with the 42MP, the 24Mp will typically give smaller files which makes it easier and faster to process post-shoot. Of course, smaller files also require less storage space too which is another advantage of lower resolution cameras.   If you’re going to printing in 16×20, a 24MP camera is great. You’d hardly ever need anything beyond a 24MP.   In fact, generally, 24MP cameras are okay if you’re not so big on the tiniest details.	The Sony A7RII comes with a resolution that’s 18MP higher than the resolution of that of the A7II. At 42MP, you can call the A7RII a high res camera. Let’s see how it affects your performance.   With a 42MP camera, it’s easier to print larger sized pictures. Plus, cropping will also be much easier with a higher MP. Just keep in mind though that you’d require higher computer power and storage space to process and store the images respectively.   Anyway, with the absence of the anti-alias filter, the camera sharpens and gives your pictures even more detail. Nonetheless, do keep in mind that it also increases the chances of moire occurring in some of your scenes.

ISO Range

What is the ISO range of Sony a7II vs Sony a7RII?

The ISO range of the Sony a7II and the Sony a7RII is 100 to 25600. With this range, you have a pretty wide range of choices when using the ISO of either of these cameras. Only remember that the higher the ISO goes, the more you’ll suffer noise and reduce the quality of your image.

Typically, ISO in your camera is a setting that brightens or darkens your photo as the number increases or decreases. So, as the ISO number increases, your photo gets brighter and as the number decreases, your photos get darker.

ISO helps you take good images in low light situations simply by increasing the value. However, it does have its consequences that are mainly noise (grain) which could render the image unusable.

This is the reason most experts say to brighten your pictures by adjusting the aperture or shutter speed instead.

Interestingly, the a7RII has the added advantage of being expandable to 50 to 102400. Of course, with this improvement, your options practically explode. There’s a lot you can achieve and play with all that ISO available to you.

Sensor-Image Stabilization

Which has a sensor-image stabilization feature: Sony a7II vs Sony a7RII?

The Sony a7II and the Sony a7RII both have the sensor-image stabilization feature which allows you to pull off shots in low light. This feature allows the two cameras to shoot ultra-high-definition 4K video.

Normally, when you press the shutter release button on your camera to take a picture, you involuntarily move slightly. Now, when this happens, a lens element or your camera’s image sensor also shifts to compensate for your involuntary movement. This helps to reduce or eliminate the blurring of the image.

There are two kinds: the optical image stabilization, and the sensor image stabilization.

These cameras use sensor-image stabilization technology. In this case, the shift occurs in the sensor. So, what are the advantages of sensor-image stabilization over the optical image stabilization?

The most important benefit of this is that the image stabilization is in the camera itself. So, any lens you attach to the camera automatically works. You don’t have to spend extra getting the I.S (image stabilization) version of the lens to be able to use it.

However, the small con is that you won’t be able to stabilize the image projected on the image sensor by the lens. In practice, it means that the stabilization takes effect only after the shutter release button is pressed.

In other words, while looking through your lens, you might find it a little difficult to frame and compose your screen correctly. So, especially if you’re using the long telephoto lens, when you move only just a bit, your movement becomes greatly magnified. So, when you look through your lenses, your subject actually moves quite erratically.

That said, even though I.S is important, there are times when it matters not. Times like when you use a tripod stand. Also, if you’re working in bright conditions or using flash, the shutter speed is usually fast so the camera shake won’t be too much of a factor.

3-Inch Tilting Screen

The Sony a7II and the Sony a7RII come with a hinge with which you can tilt and adjust the screen as you want to depending on the angle you are shooting from. Of course, a tilting screen is always a plus. A tilting screen means that the screen isn’t fixed.

Tilting angles are amazing as they make photographing much easier. You wouldn’t have to kneel to take a picture at certain angles. By simply squatting and tilting the screen a little, you can get pictures of awesome quality.

And it’s not just about handheld cameras, a tilting screen is also useful for when you’re using the camera on a tripod. It’s easier to read your menu for one. Plus, since videographers have to compose their scenes using the rear screen, it would be a lot easier for them if the screen is the tilting kind.

5.0 Frames Per Second (FPS) Continuous Shooting

How many frames per second do the Sony a7II and the Sony a7RII shoot?

The Sony a7II and the Sony a7RII both share 5.0 fps continuous shooting. Continuous shooting means that as long as you press down the shutter release button, the camera will keep taking photos non-stop.

The frames per second on the other hand explains how many pictures per second your camera will be taking while the continuous shooting goes on. Usually, it ranges from 1 FPS to 10 FPS. There are some cameras that even come with 14 fps continuous shooting.

In this case, both cameras are rated 5 FPS which means that they will take 5 pictures per second. Alright, so, let’s see how this feature plays out in real life.

In sport or wildlife photography, for instance, the 5 FPS continuous shoot isn’t the best. Ideally, you want to have something much higher than that as it helps you get many pictures in one take. This also applies to any action shot at all. The advantage of having so many pictures is that you’re sure of getting at least one picture that captures a perfect (or nearly perfect) moment.

It’s also great if you’re taking continuous shots of a person or group of people. You’ll be sure to get, at least one picture where everyone’s eyes are open (winks).

Now that was the theory. In practice, 5 FPS continuous shooting is pretty low as there are cameras that come with as high as 10 to 14 FPS. Examples of such cameras include Canon’s highest-end cameras. These cameras will take 14 pictures in one second!

Weather-Sealed Bodies

Which has a weather-sealed body: Sony a7II vs Sony a7RII?

The Sony a7II and the Sony a7RII both have weather-sealed bodies. With constant exposure to the weather, your camera is bound to come under at some point. This is why there is a weather-sealed body.

A camera with a weather-sealed body typically comes sealed and covered with rubber at the button areas and the joints. This move helps to reduce the camera’s body’s interaction with dust and moisture.

So, generally, cameras with weather-sealed bodies are more rugged and durable than non-weather-sealed cameras.

Dynamic Range

Which comes with a higher dynamic range: Sony a7II vs Sony a7RII?

The dynamic range of the Sony a7II is 13.9 while the Sony a7RII shoots at 13.6. The dynamic range of your camera is responsible for ensuring that your pictures remain alright whatever the level of light.

For instance, you might notice that on a bright, sunny day, you tend to lose some detail in the highlights, the shadows, or even in both. This is most likely due to a problem with the limitation of your camera’s dynamic range and not your fault. Almost every camera would have to experience this problem at some point or another.

Nonetheless, besides the dynamic range of your camera, there’s also the dynamic range of the object you’re shooting. In brighter conditions, that range is usually pretty high and might even exceed the range of your camera. However, in low light conditions, the range is much smaller.

So, as a rule of thumb, as long as the dynamic range of your object doesn’t exceed that of your camera, your image should come out perfectly exposed.

And telling whether the subject’s dynamic range exceeds your camera’s is pretty easy. There’s a histogram on your rear screen that gives that information. If the brightness of the subject falls within the width of the histogram, then you’re in the clear.

In this department, it’s hardly a competition between the Sony a7II vs aR7II as both cameras come with pretty good dynamic ranges. Pretty close to 14, these cameras (13.9 for the a7II and 13.6 for the A7RII) make great camera choices in that respect.

RAW Support

The never-ending battle between shooting RAW and shooting in JPEG is quite an interesting one. The truth is that both formats have their advantages.

JPEG for one is easier to share, and also saves more easily than RAW files.  But then why exactly do people still swear by RAW photos? Well, here are some reasons.

For one, a RAW file is uncompressed data (unlike JPEG that comes compressed). The reason it is called “RAW,” as is easy to deduce, is that no processing has been done on the image at all. You could think of it as a digital negative.

RAW support is common to many cameras these days so much so that even smartphones come with RAW support. However, because they are not processed at all, RAW files usually come out muted. So, you’re going to need special software to view files and edit them like Lightroom or Photoshop.

The best thing about shooting RAW is the benefit of non-destructive editing. That is, the original image is always preserved whatever the number of edits you make to the image. You can also undo any edit at any point and take the image back to the initial captured version.

Also, when there are mistakes and you need to salvage your shot, it’s much easier to do with a RAW file. For instance, say your image comes out underexposed by say 4 stops or the White Balance isn’t accurate, it’s easier and quicker to fix those with a RAW file than with JPEG.

Furthermore, another important benefit of the RAW file is its high-quality images which will definitely appeal to all kinds of photographers. In all, you get absolutely more control over the amount of detail you get in your shot with RAW files.

Mirrorless Cameras

Which is a mirrorless camera: Sony a7II and the Sony a7RII?

The Sony a7II and the Sony a7RII are both mirrorless cameras. In a mirrorless camera, there is no mirror. So, the light goes directly from the lens straight to the imaging sensor, no mirror in-between.

Now, this is the reason mirrorless cameras use electronic viewfinders rather than optical ones. There’s no mirror which would have reflected light on the optical viewfinder from the lens, remember?

The major advantage of mirrorless cameras is that they are much lighter, more compact, and more stylish too. DSLR cameras, on the other hand, can be a bit cumbersome and some might even say somewhat ugly.

No one is saying that these cameras would fit into your pocket but they will definitely fit in a purse, handbag, or messenger bag.

The second advantage is the image quality you get with mirrorless cameras. Now, the truth is that it might be somewhat difficult getting the same quality of images without a proper optical viewfinder. However, the electronic viewfinder isn’t so bad and the quality of images it gives can easily stand up to those from a DSLR camera with an optical viewfinder.

Plus, electronic viewfinders have one pro that optical ones do not. They allow you to take more candid shots without the intimidation that DSLR cameras tend to give. And then you also don’t have to be up to the camera to give your photo a good frame which is great for taking photos of kids.

Finally, with fewer settings to adjust and whatnot, mirrorless cameras are less intimidating for the beginner. They are intuitive and therefore more approachable for the newb.

Sony a7II Vs a7RII – Features Unique To Each Camera

In this section of the Sony a7II vs a7RII, we want to find out the unique features each of these cameras bring to the table. You’d most likely find your deal-breaker here so make sure you follow closely.

Sony a7II — What Are The Unique Features?

1920 x 1080 Video Resolution

With a 1080 video resolution, the Sony a7II is a full HD camera. Now, we know there are many people who think that full HD is completely out of style and should never be brought up in any conversation. However, full HD still has their uses and except you absolutely have to use 4k which will most likely happen much later in your career, full HS cameras are your rock stars.

In the first place, full HD cameras are mostly aimed at beginners and professionals in the broadcast industry. In case you didn’t know, HD is still very much the norm in this industry.

Alright, listen, we know everyone seems to have caught the GAS (Gear Acquisition Syndrome) bug. We all want the latest, the fastest, the whatever-is-currently-in-est. And the 4k is all that and more when we discuss cameras. However, you’d have to sit and ask yourself if you really need a 4k camera.

Now keep in mind 4k shoots require large storage space and super-fast computer for editing. These are things you need to consider just before you grab the higher res camera.

Moreover, as long as your original images are good quality on your full HD camera, you can always upscale them to 4k. Just remember to turn off the in-camera sharpening and you’re game! It might not meet the requirements of the big guys like Netflix but for your own personal projects? Heck yeah!

In the end, keep in mind that the image quality of your camera isn’t determined by the number of “ks” it comes with. The truth is that while the leap from SD into HD was mega, the HD to 4k? Not so much.

So, yeah the a7RII might have won the Sony a7II vs a7RII battle in this round. Nevertheless, you won’t be missing too much if you absolutely cannot afford it at this time. With a little research, there are many ways to make your HD camera work for you.

Sony a7RII – What Are The Unique Features?

3840 x 2160 Ultra HD (4K) Video Resolution

Alright, first off, for those who don’t know, the 3840 x 2160 resolution isn’t cinema-quality 4k. Cinema-quality 4k comes at 4096 x 2160. That said, we can now move ahead in our Sony a7II vs a7RII review.

Now, even though the difference isn’t gaping, 4k video footage is always sharper than full HD footage. You get more options for one as you can switch between a full body shot and a close-up shot without having to deal with jump-shots. It’s not as easy to achieve something that clean with HD footage.

Moreover, it’s easy to get high res still images from the video footage taken with a 4k camera. These pictures won’t be drop-dead but they’ll definitely be good enough for web use and even Instagram posts.

Plus, 4k is better at capturing the tinier, easily ignored details like the gradual change to sunset. This is because shooting in 4k reduces the chances of color banding as the camera records at a higher bitrate.

Finally, even if the project you’re working on demands that you work with a 1080p video, the 4k still works. In the end, your downsampled image displays a higher level of quality. It might not be “better looking” than its HD counterpart, but it definitely will look sharper.

Also, of course, there are those who feel it’s better shooting in 4k for the sake of the future. You know, so that many years from now, your video still looks pretty darn good. We do have our reservations seeing as the technology isn’t static and however good it gets now, it’s going to get better. 4k is still going to look like 4:3 SD to our great-grandchildren someday. But hey, everyone is entitled to their opinion.

Anyway, beware though as there are times you’re better off just buying a 1080p camera. A case where you have to choose between a cheap 4k camera and a good quality 1080p camera is one of such times.

Fortunately, the aR7II isn’t one of such cheap 4k video. It will definitely exceed your expectations.

Sony a7II – What Are The Unique Pros?

The following are the unique pros of Sony a7II

1. It has a strong battery life. You get 350 shots with a single charge compared to the 290 shots of the aR7II

2. The Sony a7II is also considerably lighter than the aR7II. It weighs in at 599 grams which are 26 grams lighter than the aR7II.

3. The sensor pixel area is larger at 35.65µm².

4. It’s not about $500 more affordable than the a7RII.

Sony a7RII – What Are The Unique Pros?

The following are the unique pros of Sony a7RII

1. The max sensor resolution of the a7RII beats that of the a7II at 42MP.

2. This camera has more focus points at 399 which is 282 points higher than the a7II.

3. Color depth is better at 26.0.

4. Wider dynamic range at 13.9 (although the difference isn’t so much).

5. 4k Ultra HD resolution (3840 x 2160) which seems to be taking over the industry right now.

6. Comes with support for UHS memory cards.

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Sony a7II – What Are The Unique Cons

The following are the unique cons of Sony a7II.

1. Low Light ISO comes in at 2449 which is a bit low.

2. No support for the UHS memory card.

Sony a7RII – What Are The Unique Cons?

The following are the unique cons of Sony a7RII.

1. This camera is somewhat heavy measuring at 625 grams, unlike the a7II’s 599 grams.

2. It’s more expensive than the a7II.

3. Lower sensor pixel area.

Sony a7II vs a7RII – Common Pros

Sony a7II	Sony a7RII
Comes with a wireless connection which makes it super easy and much faster to transfer pictures.   The world is getting less and less tethered, so it was only a matter of time before Wifi became a commonplace feature in cameras.   With this feature, you’ll be able to upload your pictures to the cloud or to your computer conveniently as long as there is an internet connection.	This also applies to the a7RII.
Features sensor-shift image stabilization. This ultimately means you travel lighter and spend less since you don’t have to spend additional bucks getting IS-compliant lenses.	Also applies here.
Comes with a 3 inch tilting screen	Same here.
Features RAW support which means you can get those high quality images, play with them as you want, and still retain their original quality.	Same here.
Comes with the face detection focus feature	Same here.
Max resolution is pretty impressive at 24MP	Max resolution is even more impressive at 42MP
Uses an LCD screen resolution of 1.230k dots	Also uses a pretty good LCD screen resolution of 1.230k dots.
Features microphone and headphone ports	Same goes for the a7RII as well
Weather-sealed body keeps your camera rugged enough to withstand outdoor weather conditions	Same applies to the a7RII
You can remote control the camera with your smartphone once synced.	Also applies here
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Sony a7II vs a7RII – Common
Cons To Both Cameras

Sony a7II	Sony a7RII
No built-in flash	Also no built-in flash
Battery life could be seriously improved on. At 350 shots for a single charge, it’s quite low.	Also applies here and is even worse at just 299 shots
Focus points are not good enough for a pro camera. In fact, 117 is quite poor.	The same goes for the a7RII even though it measures higher at 399.

Sony a7II vs a7RII – General Feeling Among Customers

Sony a7II	Sony a7RII
Raving reviews all around, people! There are loads of happy campers on this side of the review that’s for sure.   The price was a steal for most especially considering how much tech they were getting from the camera.   The size was also another plus for most people. It’s easy to move around and is also, for the most part, compact.   Of course, the picture quality from the cameras was great and many customers were willing to share their awesome pictures. However, there were some complaints.   The battery life left many users less than impressed. They couldn’t understand why they could only take about 100 pictures with a full 6-hour charge.   And then the ISO, a couple of complaints there as well. Apparently, it fell short of customers’ general expectations coming from the a7 especially.   The focus time also bothered one or two customers who felt it was too slow compare to other full-frame cameras.   Generally, we’d say the a7II got much love from customers. However, they all seemed to agree that there’s still room for improvement with some tapping the a7III as the “one-better.”	Did the customers approve of this one too? Of course! Mostly 5-star reviews from users who found this camera to satisfy and even exceed their expectations. Admittedly, the price tag scared a few customers at first, worried that it might not live up to its price. But with use, it was obvious Sony did a good job with the a7RII.   It seems customers loved the same things about these two cameras. They both take amazing pictures with a wide variety of ways to play around your shoot.   We also discovered that customers seemed to really like the sensor of the camera. In the words of one of them, it’s the best in the world right now. How true is that? We guess you’d have to find out for yourself.   However, one thing we found that irked many customers was the menu. It was mildly annoying for some and an outright nuisance for others.   Altogether, it’s obvious that customers who got this camera thoroughly enjoyed (are enjoying) their camera. One or two might have thought the camera to be somewhat overpriced, but it’s not the general consensus. Again, Sony did a good job and some even suspect that they might soon start giving Canon a run for their money.
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Sony a7II vs a7RII – Final Thoughts

Our review of the Sony a7II vs a7RII has come to an end, and you have seen that these are two outstanding pro cameras for the money. They do have their shortcomings as all cameras do but they also perform excellently as well.

Whichever you choose to go for (between the Sony a7II vs a7RII)according to the dictates of your budget, you’re covered. You wouldn’t be missing much getting the less expensive camera but you’ll also thoroughly enjoy your gear if you choose to make the upgrade to the more expensive aR7II.

Keep spare batteries in hand though, these cameras aren’t popular for their battery life. Their menus too might seem counter-intuitive at first but you’d get used to it.

Grab your choice below and send us a picture!

Sony a7II vs a7RII –Related FAQs

What lenses are compatible with Sony a7ii?

The following lenses are compatible with Sony a7ii:

1. Pick – Sony FE 55mm f/1.8 ZA

2. Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art

3. Zeiss Batis 85mm f/1.8

4. Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G

5. Sony FE 24-240mm f/3.5-6.3 OSS

6. Tamron 28-75 mm, f/2.8

7. Samyang 50mm f/1.4 AF

8. Sony FE 24-70 f/4 ZA OSS

9. Sony FE 28mm f/2

10. Sony 85mm f/1.8

The Sony a7ii can also function with other lenses but this is dependent on their zoom capacity.

How do I format the SD card on Sony a7RII?

To format the SD card on Sony a7RII, insert it in the SD slot one or slot two and turn on the camera. Press the menu button on the camera and select the setup option using the control wheel. Now, choose format. For ILCE-7RM3 or ILCE-7M3, you have to choose either slot 2 or slot 1

A prompt will come up asking you to confirm the formatting of the data, select yes with the use of the control wheel. 

By selecting YES, all the data in the SD card will be formatted and the SD card will be empty. 

How do I transfer photos from Sony a7II to a computer?

To transfer photos from Sony a7II to your computer, you have to turn on the camera and insert the memory card containing the pictures. Make sure your personal computer is powered and running. 

At the camera menu, Change the transfer mode or USB connection setting to normal or mass storage. The USB cable that came with the camera will be linked from the camera to your computer. On your computer screen, go to the taskbar and select the start icon. Afterward, select the ‘My computer’ option. 

Select the camera icon found in ‘my computer’. Most digital cameras are represented as ‘removable disk.’

Select DCIM container, move the DCIM container to the computer desktop. This will move all the images in the folder to the computer, but if you want to select some images, you have to open the DCIM container and select the images then move them to the computer. 

You have to rename the DCIM container to a name that will be easy for you to identify. 

When you adhere to these steps, it means that the pictures have been copied from the camera to your computer. 

Is Sony a7RII full-frame?

The Sony a7RII comes with a 42MP full-frame. The camera also has 5-Axis image stabilization, the first known 35MM BSI CMOS sensor throughout the whole world, and a blend of 4k video capabilities and autofocus system. 

The Sony a7RII is the 2^nd high-resolution in the brand of Sony “R” and the 5^th in Sony’s AR brands of cameras that have full-frame. The camera combines the functionalities of the A7 and to provide users with a full-frame to enhance the experience. 

How do you move the focus point on a Sony a7II?

To move the focus point on a Sony a7II, find the menu button, and press it. A number of popups will appear, move to menu six in the camera gear icon, go down, and choose custom key settings. 

After this, move to the second menu and press the down button. When you press the down button, it will display many options for you. Locate focus setting and pick it. Doing this will mean that the down button has become your focal point. 

How long does the Sony a7RII battery last?

The battery of the Sony a7RII lasts about 60 minutes. The battery capacity is 1020mAh and with a 7.4V voltage. The Sony a7RII shoots 290 pictures or more with a single charge according to CIPA rating.

You can use a standard electrical outlet from a Sony BC-TRW charger to charge the battery. The battery height is 18mm while the depth is 45mm. The Sony a7RII has an internal charging capacity through the USB port and this enables you to charge your battery while on the go.