Sony NEX-7 24.3 MP Compact Interchangeable Lens Camera - Body Only

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Style: Body Only
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Even more than a pocket camera, the 24.three megapixel NEX-7 exceeds expectations. Here's efficiency that would give most DSLRs camera envy, like interchangeable lenses, a 2359K dot OLED eye-level TTL viewfinder, up to 10fps shooting, and outstanding Tri-Navi 3-dial manual manage. HD films are excellent with Full 1920 x 1080 resolution at 60p, 60i and 24p. DSLR good quality in your pocket Here's the exact same APS-C sensor size as a DSLR, with higher resolution than most DSLRs and the interchangeable lenses that make DSLRs so desirable. Yet the camera is about half the size and weight of a typical DSLR camera. Removing the standard mirror box and viewfinder makes it achievable. 24.three MP most effective-in-class resolution You get extraordinary detail and beautiful enlargements thanks to a 24.three megapixel sensor. It really is the highest resolution among pocket cameras as of August 2011. World's 1st OLED viewfinder There is in no way been anything quite like the Tru-Finder OLED electronic viewfinder. For size, speed and brightness even just after sunset, this is a gem. This eye-level, by way of-the-lens, viewfinder begins with 2359K dots for awesome resolution and high contrast ratio for incredible depth. OLED reduces motion blur to a bare minimum. You can also see the results of camera adjustments in true time with excellent color and detail. Up to ten fps shooting Capture the decisive moment in sports and get the best infant photo. Up to ten fps continuous shooting at complete 24.three MP resolution with exposure and concentrate fixed at the first frame. Normal continuous shooting at up to 2.5 fps.DSLR-class APS C image sensor Sensor size is the key to picture high quality. The APS C class sensor provides beautiful imaging with 58% far more region than Micro 4-Thirds sensors and an extraordinary 13 instances the location of a point shoot image sensor. Full HD Movies at 60p/60i/24p Capture HD Films in your option of super-smooth 60p, standard 60i or cinematic 24p, all at Full HD 1920x1080 resolution. AVCHD codec delivers breathtaking picture top quality. MP4 codec offers smaller files for much easier upload to the net. HD movies with complete manual control Now you do not will need to surrender control when you shoot HD films. Appreciate the complete expressive possible of System, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority or Manual (P/A/S/M) control in HD film mode. Tri-Navi manual control Excellent for knowledgeable shooters, Tri-Navi manage offers you three separate manage dials for direct, hands-on access to 3 settings at a time. As just one instance, the dials can set aperture, exposure compensation and ISO. Built-in pop-up flash Take pleasure in the convenience of flash photography everywhere you go. Guide Number 6. Hot shoe for α technique flashes Take your photography even additional with access to the complete range of Sony α method flashes and flash accessories. Accepts A Mount lenses through adaptors Each the LA-EA1 and EA2 adapters (sold separately) let you to attach the full range of Sony A mount lenses.Phase Detect AF with adaptor The LA-EA2 lens mount adaptor (sold separately) is the world's 1st with Sony's award-winning Translucent Mirror Engineering. This offers super-speedy and correct Phase Detection AF when put to use with Sony A mount lenses. Tiltable three." LCD Sony's 3." Xtra Fine LCD monitor has 921K dots for superb resolution. The TruBlack screen includes a particular resin layer to suppress internal reflections, growing contrast compared to traditional LCDs. Sunny Weather mode boosts visibility even additional. Tilts down 45° and up 80° to frame high- and low-angle shots that would otherwise be hit-or-miss. Object Tracking AF Locks onto a specified object and maintains concentrate even as the subject moves. Unpredictable subjects stay in concentrate even even though zooming. You can concentrate on composition without the need of worrying about concentrate. World's shortest release time lag Helps make sure that the image you want is the image you get. As soon as auto concentrate occurs, release time lag is the delay in between fully pressing the shutter release and when the camera actually starts taking the image. Extended lag tends to make it tougher to capture quickly-moving objects. The Sony NEX-7 boasts the shortest release time in the world (as of August 2011) at only .02 seconds, Accepts Sony E-mount lenses Compatible with Sony's expanded line of E Mount lenses. These smaller, lighter lenses are particularly designed for α compact interchangeable lens cameras. Opens up a planet of inventive selections. Peaking function Manual focus becomes much less complicated because peaking highlights the edges that are in focus in your choice of three colors (white, red, or yellow). This is particularly valuable during macro or portrait photography where your focus setting can make or break your shot. 3D Sweep Panorama Mode Capture vast scenic vistas and 16:9 shots in spectacular 3D. As you sweep across the panorama, the camera records separate proper-eye and left-eye images that make landscapes come alive on your 3D tv. Records both JPEG and MPO file formats. Sweep Panorama Mode Capture expansive landscapes automatically. Press the shutter, sweep vertically or horizontally. The camera does the rest, continuously shooting images and stitching them together. 6-image layering Leverages the quick BIONZ processor to capture six pictures in a fraction of a second, and then combine the information. The result is an unbelievable single image that controls blur in Anti-Motion Blur mode or gets cleaner, sharper nighttime photos in Hand-held Twilight mode. Auto HDR High Dynamic Range (HDR) photography captures even more scene contrast than a single exposure can manage by combining the top highlight detail from one shot and the ideal shadow detail from a different for one outstanding shot. (Advised for still subjects.) P/A/S/M modes for video and stills Get pleasure from a full range of controls for video and nevertheless shooting from the beginner's iAUTO mode to P/A/S/M: Plan, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority and Manual. On-screen prompts help you refine your skills, construct your self-confidence and exercise greater creative control.Intelligent Auto Focus Pre-focuses as you compose the shot, further lowering focusing time to a bare minimal.iAUTO mode Unifies and simplifies Sony intelligent technologies. Takes advantage of Intelligent Scene Recognition, Face Detection engineering, and Optical SteadyShot image stabilization without leaving auto mode so you generally get the top shot.BIONZ image processor The brain of the camera is a Sony's BIONZ image processor substantially upgraded for the demands of 24.three megapixel photography. Chroma noise reduction delivers high-resolution, low-noise pictures even at ISO 16000 sensitivity. Also enables fast processing for up to 10 fps continuous shooting of data-intensive 24.3 MP pictures, 2D/3D Sweep Panorama modes and 6-image layering.Dynamic Range Optimizer (DRO) Improves outcomes with backlit subjects and recovers details hidden in shadows. Settings involve Auto, Level with a choice of five operating levels and Off. Accepts non-Sony lenses via adaptor You can use the camera with a universe of lenses from Canon, Nikon, Leica, Olympus and other people. The good results of Sony's NEX series, combined with the ultra-short 18 mm flange back distance has inspired third-party producers to provide lens adaptors. In addition, Sony has disclosed the E Mount specification to Carl Zeiss, Cosina, Sigma and Tamron. 25-point Auto Concentrate 25 sensors cover a fairly wide location of the scene, for accurate focusing even when the topic is far from the center of the frame.HDMI output Enjoy HD movies and spectacular nonetheless images on a compatible HDTV. The camera consists of an HDMIoutput. Stamina battery power for up to 400 shots Take up to 400 shots on a single charge with Sony lithium ion Stamina battery power (making use of LCD monitor). Sony's InfoLITHIUM battery method enables you to see the percent of power remaining, so you can hold shooting in confidence.Sony Exmor CMOS sensor Sony Exmor technologies makes use of column-parallel A/D converters for high resolution and high frame rates. Double noise reduction minimizes image noise, even in low light. 11 Image Impact modes Discover revolutionary approaches to make your images and videos pop. These consist of Posterization, Pop Color, Retro Photo, Partial Color, Soft High-essential, High Contrast Monochrome, Toy Camera, Soft Focus, HDR Painting, Rich-tone Monochrome, and Miniature. Ultrasonic anti-dust program Dust on the image sensor leads to blemishes in the picture. To safeguard the sensor, Sony incorporates an advanced ultrasonic system, which properly shakes dust off the sensor surface.
Extra than a pocket camera, the 24.three megapixel NEX-7 exceeds expectations. Here’s efficiency that would give most DSLRs camera envy, which includes interchangeable lenses, a 2359K dot OLED eye-level TTL viewfinder, up to 10fps shooting, and outstanding Tri-Navi three-dial manual manage. HD films are excellent with Full 1920 x 1080 resolution at 60p, 60i and 24p.

Product Details

Product Dimensions: 1.7 x 2.8 x 4.8 inches ; 10.2 ounces

Shipping Weight: 1 pounds

Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.

ASIN: B005IHAIEI

Item model number: NEX7/B

Batteries: 1 Lithium ion batteries required. (included)

Consumer Evaluations

A tiny background to give you perspective on the evaluation. I'm an advanced amateur shooting for about ten years. I also personal a Canon 5D Mark II with some L Zoom lenses (24-70 F2.8 and the 70-200 F2.eight) and the extremely very good 50mm 1.eight prime and a Fuji X100.
I spent a lot of time (possibly over 40 hours) researching this camera, reading evaluations etc. ahead of purchasing it on Amazon from a third party seller. I've had it about a week now and shooting with with the Sony 18-200 Zoom Lens (SEL18200). Below are my observations:
Decent:
1. Quite small camera physique, smaller than my X100 and feels a lot like my old S90 compact in terms of size (this is of course without having the lens). With the 18-200 lens its no longer pocketable but still tiny and really manageable compared to a SLR.
two. Outstanding make top quality, tough physique, I like the styling and I really like the handgrip. Just the appropriate size.
three. Quite possibly the fastest shutter I have ever used, incredibly tiny shutter lag.
4. Hassle-free to use menus/interface and so on. Lots of solutions and things like sweep panorama and other "gadget" type items operate well although unlikely that I will use them much.
five. Very good battery life. I'm without difficulty receiving the 400 or so shots per charge its rated for.
6. Electronic viewfinder - The really good element is that it works definitely properly, focus is fast even in low light, for the not so superior portion relating to the viewfinder see below.
Not so good
1. The electronic viewfinder that gets rave reviews is basically not as good to my eyes as searching by means of glass. Its a far cry from an optical viewfinder and I get the small "noise/dots" in low light distracting. Pictures even when blown up don't seem to show the same noise so this is undoubtedly a viewfinder issue. To give you context even with a lens cap on when the LCD is absolutely black the viewfinder has tiny dots dancing on it sort of like static on a Tv screen, this does not go away.
two. Internal Flash style demands perform. When employed with the SEL18200 lens there is noticeable shadow in pictures due to the lens blocking some of the light, to the point exactly where I am at the moment not implementing the flash at all and will eventually invest in an external or wireless flash. Just basically delivering the ability to bounce this off the ceiling would have helped. UPDATE: An individual in comments just pointed out and I verified that you can manually tilt the flash although shooting. Solves my issue with the SEL18200, thanks.
In the finish what I honestly care about although is image quality. In this the camera does not disappoint. It does indoors just about as properly as my Fuji X100 which to me is the top low light, auto WB adjustment under any sort of light shooter I have ever implemented and for landscapes and nature its pretty much as superior as my 5D specifically in fine light. I suspect with a greater lens I would be tricky pressed to see the distinction, proper now even though the 18-200 f3.5 is pretty versatile my Canon glass is most certainly a small sharper, but at its size and lightweight appeal by guess is that the Sony will get a lot alot more at bats than the Canon. Even when blown up to the size of a contemporary day LCD Tv photos look amazing and the zoom lens is great at bringing far away specifics closer. The 24MP señsor does capture a lot of detail and does nicely in low light scenarios as properly. I am not genuinely a high ISO shooter preferring flash or faster lenses exactly where this becomes needed but up to ISO 1600 have not observed any issues with the image excellent even on a 63" screen.
All in all I am especially pleased with my purchase and appear forward to various years of shooting with it. I'd suggest it along with the SEL-18200 lens for anyone looking for a second camera as a go anyplace alternative to a SLR and lenses or as a rather important upgrade from a compact. This could also quite simply become the only camera for an enthusiast/advanced amateur sort who would be prepared to trade in the bulky DSLR. I unquestionably hope they make additional high top quality lenses for it as time goes by. I was also hunting at the 24mm F1.8 Carl Zeiss prime (36mm equivalent) but in the end opted for the versatility of the zoom specifically because my X100 gives me a dedicated 35mm point of view for about the identical price but with camera body attached.
Update - I did some more comparisons to my X100 and liked the Nex 7 enough to sell the Fuji. I implemented the proceeds to invest in the Carl Zeiss Sonnar 24mm F1.eight e mount lens. I'm locating this lens to mitigate some of my viewfinder troubles given that its bright adequate and the tiny dancing dots appear at bay but not totally gone. Also choosing this lens to be of fairly high top quality, auto-focus is very rapid and indoor low light shooting a breeze. Portraits are sharp and background is pleasantly de-focused, even in dimly lit rooms I am not making use of flash or high ISOs and outdoors or in fine light its amazing.
Update 2 - I have now been utilizing the Nex 7 for practically three months. I have to say I love it even extra. Its come to be my go to camera for a lot of different occasions and I recently travelled internationally with this and the Zeiss F1.eight lens as my only camera. Images of the trip came out lovely, despite the fact that I am not a lot of a devoted 35mm shooter I identified that there was sufficient there to make me quite happy and in some instances crops and so on. taking benefit of the ample resolution the Nex provides strengthened particular images. I have also added the HVL20 flash to my collection and locate it to be helpful in low light, indoor types of scenarios and fairly compact nonetheless and recently added the Tamron 18-200 lens which I am liking a small extra than the Sony SEL18200 due to the fact its a little smaller, lighter and produces about the similar image high quality. Vain I know but I actually like the black of the Tamron lens additional.
I have been doing some tests also of portraits compared to my 5D Mark II and for me at least the Full Frame bokeh of the 5D can not be beat. I don't have a amazing portrait lens for the Nex yet so will reserve final judgement till I acquire one (50mm F1.8 on pre-order) but at near identical focal lengths and apertures the Canon 5D pictures have the 3D like pop to them that the Nex is missing ONLY when compared side by side, i.e. the Nex does render a little extra detail in the background. Outside of this extreme bit of detective function that most likely has really little value in actual use I am extremely happy with Nex for portraits and for all other people types of shooting which includes landscape with the Zeiss lens.

Update: I lately got hold of a Minolta 3600HS(D) flash for dirt low-priced ($50 shipped) and it works wonderfully with the NEX-7. Metering TTL is ideal and my indoor pictures appear superb with bounce flash. Of course, it really is a bit large and will add some weight to your camera, but well worth it.
An common evaluation from an average Joe implementing a not-so-average camera.
HARDWARE:
The construct is attractive. It screams high quality. Magnesium alloy body tends to make it heavier and larger than the earlier NEXes, as expected, but it is a welcomed additional weight. I don't have small hands and generally believed the NEX-five/5N, as nice as the type is, felt a little bit like a toy. So I without a doubt appreciate the NEX-7's new size and weight, anything I can genuinely wrap my fingers around.
I feel Sony have a pretty excellent layout, or at least one particular that certainly works. I am confident you have heard all about the most current-and-greatest Electronic Viewfinder with its wonderful high resolution, and the intuitive TriNavi 3-dial control. Yes, they operate. I'm a significant fan of the bright and sharp 3" tiltable LCD screen, but I've at all times wanted a good VF on my camera to far better compose my shots and prevent the nasty glare out in the sunlight. This is my first time making use of an EVF, and it's a really good first impression. The view is quite significant, giving lots of area to contain all the required info. There is a diopter for those with undesirable eyesight. The eyepiece is not specifically glass-friendly, and is basically the a single annoyance I have with the camera. I just can not seem to get it to comfy situated in my eye socket. But possibly I just have to get implemented to a VF.
The TriNavi is also extremely fine (though i wish we can genuinely customize the wheels). I mainly shoot with Aperture-priority mode so a single dial is for aperture and a single is for Exposure Worth compensation. This does perform fairly nicely, if you use a native E-mount lens. Then again, if you happen to be like me and shoot implementing legacy lenses, you'll locate that the Aperture dial is generally useless. I'd love to be in a position to customize the dials to my liking instead of the offered presets. It is most certainly not a situation, but I just really feel that it really is wasteful. Very same with other manual modes.
Oh, hey, there's a built-in flash and a Sony/Minolta hot-shoe as nicely if you happen to be into that sort of factors )
IMAGE Quality:
24MP on an APS-C sensor is quite impressive. It has been pitted against the 16MP sensor time and time once again, and proven to be slightly, Pretty Very slightly, inferior at high ISO settings so I won't bore you with that. But what does it mean for us average Joes? It means that you do not have to be concerned about something. The 24MP sensor can hold its personal. Image excellent from ISO100-800 is quite awesome. Noise at a minimal level and you can go ideal ahead with those significant prints. Noise level increases as you go past ISO 1600, but even up till ISO 3200, pictures are nevertheless quite much usable. I shoot a lot of indoor shots without having flash and I like what I see. But of course, stick to lower ISO and/or use flash to get the preferred top quality.
24MP is also 6MP more than the cheaper NEX models. Will those added pixels make a difference? I say absolutely. a) Holy crop! So substantially headroom to spare, you can crop to your heart's content material and nevertheless have a high-res result. b) Specifics. The 24MP sensor can probably (quite possibly?) out-resolve any lens you have. I really feel (placebo?) like my shots have that additional POP it didn't with the NEX-5, implementing the very same lens.
OTHER THOUGHTS:
The NEX technique is young, and far from developed. There is a lack of lenses (but an abundance in whining users...). Sony have carried out a decent job at covering all the focal ranges. We have the 16mm, 18-55mm, 30mm macro, 50mm, 55-210mm, 18-200mm (so great we get it TWICE!). However, we're nevertheless missing those rapid and very good lenses. SOme many people say we desire pancake primes. I say we just want primes. What is the obsession with pancakes anyway? The only very good point about them is the syrup.
Also, you cannot use the built-in flash as a wireless flash commander. What is up with that Sony? The A77 can do it. In spite of this, you can tilt the built-in flash upwards to bounce the light. Rather hassle-free.
CONCLUSION:
Order this camera if you can afford it and get it. It is a great performer in a little body in spite of the minor flaws. I think Sony have one other winner.