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Pros Pros
  • Exceptional low-light performance and high ISO capabilities
  • High-quality internal 4K video recording with S-Log profiles
  • Effective 5-axis in-body image stabilization
  • Compact and ergonomic, weather-sealed magnesium alloy body
  • Versatile lens compatibility and silent shutter mode
Cons Cons
  • Confusing and cumbersome menu system
  • Poor battery life and short recording times
  • Contrast-based autofocus struggles with tracking and low light
  • Limited to 8-bit 4:2:0 internal recording causing potential banding
  • Lack of second card slot and touch-sensitive screen

Announcement date Announcement date September 11, 2015
Launch price Launch price $2,999
Sensor Sensor 12.2MP Full-Frame CMOS
Stabilization Stabilization In-body IS
Burst Burst 5 fps electronic

Announcement date Announcement date September 11, 2015
Launch MSRP Launch MSRP $2,999
Medium Medium Digital
Lens mount Lens mount Sony E
Body type Body type Mirrorless

Effective resolution Effective resolution 12.2MP
Sensor format Sensor format Full-Frame
Sensor technology Sensor technology CMOS
Sensor dimensions Sensor dimensions 36 x 24 mm
Native ISO range Native ISO range 100-25,600
Expanded ISO range Expanded ISO range 50-25,600
Aspect ratio options Aspect ratio options 3:2, 16:9

Burst speed (electronic) Burst speed (electronic) 5fps
RAW formats RAW formats 14-bit RAW
Other still formats Other still formats JPEG, RAW
Still bit depth Still bit depth 14-bit

AF architecture AF architecture Contrast detect
AF points AF points 117 phase-detection points
Autofocus modes Autofocus modes Continuous-Servo AF, Direct Manual Focus, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
AF low-light sensitivity AF low-light sensitivity -4EV

Shutter types Shutter types Electronic Front Curtain Shutter
Shutter speed range Shutter speed range 1/8000s to 30s, Bulb
Flash sync speed Flash sync speed 1/250s
Maximum electronic shutter speed Maximum electronic shutter speed 1/8000s
Exposure compensation Exposure compensation -5 to +5 EV
Metering modes Metering modes Center-Weighted Average, Multiple, Spot

EVF resolution EVF resolution 2.36M dots
EVF magnification EVF magnification 0.78x
Rear LCD size Rear LCD size 3-inch
Rear LCD articulation Rear LCD articulation Tilting

Max bitrate Max bitrate 50Mbps

Card slots Card slots 1
Card types Card types 1x SD, 1x SDHC, 1x SDXC, 1x Memory Stick PRO Duo

In-body stabilization (IBIS) In-body stabilization (IBIS) Yes

USB USB USB 2.0 hi-speed (480 Mbit/sec)
Flash sync terminal Flash sync terminal Yes
Hot shoe Hot shoe Multi Interface Shoe

Battery Battery NP-FW50
CIPA battery life (LCD) CIPA battery life (LCD) 370 shots

Weight Weight 627g (1 lb 6.1 oz)
Weather sealing Weather sealing None