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Sony a7R
84 PixelMeter Score 29 reviews

Pros Pros
  • Compact and lightweight build quality
  • High-resolution 36MP full-frame sensor without an optical low-pass filter
  • Excellent electronic viewfinder and tilting screen
  • Versatile lens compatibility via adapters
  • Advanced features including focus peaking, Wi-Fi, and NFC
Cons Cons
  • Short battery life with in-camera charging limitations
  • Slow autofocus performance
  • Loud and disruptive mechanical shutter
  • Limited selection of native FE-mount lenses
  • Shutter shock issues affecting image sharpness

Announcement date Announcement date October 16, 2013
Launch price Launch price $2,299
Sensor Sensor 36.4MP Full-Frame CMOS
Video Video 1080p 59.94p
Burst Burst 4 fps electronic · 4 fps mechanical

Announcement date Announcement date October 16, 2013
Launch MSRP Launch MSRP $2,299
Medium Medium Digital
Lens mount Lens mount Sony E
Body type Body type Mirrorless

Effective resolution Effective resolution 36.4MP
Sensor format Sensor format Full-Frame
Sensor technology Sensor technology CMOS
Sensor dimensions Sensor dimensions 36 x 24 mm
Image processor Image processor Bionz X
Native ISO range Native ISO range 100-25,600
Expanded ISO range Expanded ISO range 50
Aspect ratio options Aspect ratio options 3:2, 16:9

Burst speed (mechanical) Burst speed (mechanical) 4fps
Burst speed (electronic) Burst speed (electronic) 4fps
RAW formats RAW formats RAW
Still bit depth Still bit depth 14-Bit

AF architecture AF architecture Contrast detect
AF points AF points Contrast Detection: 25
Autofocus modes Autofocus modes Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF

Shutter speed range Shutter speed range 1/8000s to 30s, Bulb
Metering modes Metering modes Center-Weighted Average, Multi-Zone, Spot

EVF magnification EVF magnification 0.71x
Rear LCD size Rear LCD size 3-inch
Rear LCD articulation Rear LCD articulation Tilting

Internal Recording Internal Recording AVCHD
1920 x 1080 at 59.94 fps (28 Mb/s)
1920 x 1080 at 59.94 fps (24 Mb/s)
1920 x 1080 at 59.94 fps (17 Mb/s)
1920 x 1080 at 23.98 fps (24 Mb/s)
1920 x 1080 at 23.98 fps (17 Mb/s)

MP4
1440 x 1080 at 30 fps
640 x 480 at 30 fps
Max video resolution Max video resolution 1080p
Max frame rate at max resolution Max frame rate at max resolution 59.94p
Codecs Codecs AVCHD, MP4

Card types Card types 1x SD, 1x Memory Stick PRO Duo

USB USB USB 2.0
Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Wi-Fi with NFC
Hot shoe Hot shoe Multi Interface Shoe

Battery Battery NP-FW50
CIPA battery life (LCD) CIPA battery life (LCD) 340 shots

Weight Weight 465g (1 lb 0.4 oz)
Weather sealing Weather sealing None