Sony ILCE-7S

MPN: ILCE7S/B  |  EAN: 4905524983289  |  Model: ILCE-7S

Price Information

£1,299.00

as at 24 Sep 19 | 6:30 AM CET

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Choosist's Ratings

Sony ILCE-7S - ILCE7S/B Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
Mirrorless Camera
Outstanding
Basic Skill Level (Photo)
Outstanding
Intermediate Skill Level (Photo)
Outstanding
Basic Skill Level (Video)
Outstanding
Intermediate Skill Level (Video)
Very Good
Travel
Outstanding
Wildlife Photography
Outstanding
Astronomy Photography
Outstanding
Landscape Photography
Outstanding
Everyday Life Photography
Outstanding
Event Videos
Just Right
High FPS Videos
Outstanding
Events Photography
Outstanding
Home Videos
Outstanding
Sports Photography
Outstanding
Film Making
Just Right
Underwater Photography
Outstanding
Slow Motion Videos
Outstanding
WiFi Connectivity
Outstanding
Dust-proof
Outstanding
Regular Looks
Outstanding
Camera Body Only
Outstanding
Bluetooth Connectivity
Outstanding

Kind of Camera

By picking a Mirror-less camera, you'll be getting yourself a device that matches the capability of a DSLR while sporting a slightly smaller form factor. This is due the absence of the mirror and prism that drives the optical viewfinder of a typical DSLR.

Photography Skillset

Simple shots - As a photography noob, this Sony ILCE-7S camera would suit you adequately.

For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the ILCE-7S is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 25 "Auto Focus points" that this camera comes with.

Video skill level

Simple clips - As a videography noob, this Sony ILCE-7S video camera should be sufficient for your needs.

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Video Scenarios

For those special occasions, this Sony camera is a great companion as you traverse the floor. 

Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Sony ILCE-7S is a great companion to have.

Shooting your next scene - This camera has a sensor size of 35.8 x 23.9 mm mm which plays a large roles in handling various lighting scenarios.

Other Video needs

Slow motion recordings add an extra dimension of fun and entertainment. This camera comes with an in-built setting that enables this mode.

If you're looking for that silky-smooth rendering of your videos, this camera has got it as its able to handle 60FPS at 1080p resolutions.

Photo Scenarios

In taking those celestial photographs, the image sensor size a key component which measures at 35.8 x 23.9 mm (mm) for this particular camera model. You'll also want to shoot using the RAW file format to maximise the details you capture. Good news is, this camera supports that format!

If you're looking to simply use your camera to point-and-shoot everyday moments with an item or person as the subject matter, then the ILCE-7S is an easy recommendation for this.

Actions shots are for more engaging than people posing for a photograph at events. The Sony ILCE-7S comes with Auto Focus Tracking which helps ensure people in motion still look sharp in your photos.

As lots of sports happen at night or in-doors, the image sensor size plays an important role in image quality during low light conditions. In addition to its 35.8 x 23.9 mm(mm) sensor size, the Sony ILCE-7S, also comes with a Tracking Focus mode which is great for photos were the subject is constantly moving.

Taking photos while underwater is a lot of fun. You'll be able to bathe the subject of your photograph with the colours and hues only found when taking shots in an aquatic environment.

As you make trips around the world, every moment tells a story. For this, a good camera is crucial and the ILCE-7S is a great option for travel. It's got a combined zoom capability allowing you get a closer look at items that can't be reached easily.^506^*}

From ants to zebras, a camera for nature's mosaic needs to have a great image sensor which is why the 35.8 x 23.9 mm (mm) that comes with this model works well for this scenario. It comes with a Continuous Shooting Mode allowing you to take successive shots rapidly. 

To capture mother nature in her full beauty requires a good eye and a camera that can adequately handle landscape scenarios. This model from Sony is good fit as it's got the ability to focus on multiple parts of your picture frame.

Other considerations

With this model, you no longer need to worry about carrying cables for data transfer all the time as it comes with Wi-FI.

While out and about taking photos or recording video, you may encounter quite a bit of dust. This could come from various sources such as a construction site or just the natural environment in your location. Being certified as dust-proof, the ILCE-7S is a great companion to have in these situations.

Style

When you're more concerned about what your camera does than how it looks, the ILCE-7S is a safe bet.

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Technical Specifications

Sony ILCE-7S - ILCE7S/B Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Camera Type Mirrorless
Dustproof Yes
Operating Temperature (T-T) 0 - 40 °F
Product Colour Black
Camera
Aperture Priority AE Yes
Camera File System DCF 2.0, Exif 2.3, RAW
Image Formats Supported JPEG, RAW
Panorama Mode Yes
Photo Effects 1
Saturation Adjustment Yes
Scene Modes Close-up (macro), Night portrait, Portrait, Sports, Sunset, Twilight, Landscape (scenery)
Scene Modes Present Yes
Self-timer Delay 2, 10 s
White Balance Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Color Temperature Filter, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Day White), Fluorescent (Daylight), Fluorescent (Warm White), Incandescent, Shade, Underwater
Flash
Built-in Flash Yes
External Flash Connector Yes
Flash Exposure Lock Yes
Flash Modes Auto, Fill-in, Flash off, Pre-flash, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Pre-flash Yes
Focusing
Auto Focus Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Lock Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Points 25
Auto Focus (AF) Points Selection 1
Auto Focusing (AF) Modes Centre weighted Auto Focus, Continuous Auto Focus, Contrast Detection Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus
Focus Adjustment Auto/Manual
Manual Focus Yes
Tracking Focus 1
Light Exposure
Auto Exposure (AE) Lock Yes
ISO Sensitivity 409600, 50
ISO Sensitivity (max) 409600
ISO Sensitivity (min) 50
Light Exposure Control Program AE
Light Exposure Correction ±5EV (1/2; 1/3 EV step)
Light Exposure Modes Aperture priority AE, Auto, Manual, Shutter priority AE
Light Metering Centre-weighted, Evaluative (Multi-pattern), Spot
Manual Exposure Yes
Shutter
Camera Shutter Speed 30 - 1/8000 s
Continuous Shooting Mode Yes
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed 1/8000 s
Shutter Priority AE Yes
Shutter Speed (photo) 30 - 1/8000 s
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed 30 s
Video
Analog Signal Format System NTSC, PAL
Camcorder Media Type Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, Memory Stick XC-HG Duo, SD, SDHC, SDXC
Full HD Yes
HD Type Full HD
Maximum Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels
Motion JPEG Frame Rate 50 fps
Resolution At Capture Speed 1440x1080@25fps, 1920x1080@25fps, 1920x1080@50fps, 640x480@25fps
Slow-Mo Capable 1
Speakers 1
Supported Aspect Ratios 3:2, 16:9
Video Formats Supported AVC, AVCHD, H.264, MP4, MPEG4
Video Recording Yes
Video Resolutions 640 x 480, 1280 x 720, 1440 x 1080, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Audio
Audio Formats Supported AAC LC, AC3, LPCM
Audio Noise Reduction Yes
Audio System Dolby Digital
Built-in Microphone Yes
Built-in Speaker(s) Yes
Headphone Output Type 3.5
Headphone Outputs 1
Microphone In Yes
Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
Microphone Port - Size 3.5
Voice Recording Yes
Lens System
Digital Zoom 8 x
Interchangeable Lens Present 1
Lens Mount Interface Sony E
Storage
Compatible Memory Cards MS PRO Duo, MS Pro-HG Duo, MS XC-HG Duo, SD, SDHC, SDXC
Display
Built-in Display Yes
Display TFT
Display Diagonal 3 "
Display Resolution (numeric) 921600 pixels
Live View Yes
Viewfinder
Diopter Adjustment (D-D) -4 to +3
Diopter Correction Yes
Electronic Viewfinder Yes
Magnification 0.71 x
Viewfinder Screen Size 0.5 "
Viewfinder Type Electronic
Sensor
Image Sensor Size (W X H) 35.8 x 23.9 mm
Megapixel 12.2 MP
Sensor Format Full-frame
Sensor Type CMOS
Total Megapixels 12.4 MP
Technical Details
Image Processor BIONZ X
Ports & Interfaces
HDMI (Micro) Ports Quantity 1
HDMI Connector Type D
HDMI Ports Quantity Yes
USB 2.0 (Micro USB) Ports Quantity 1
USB 2.0 Connectors 1
USB Connector Micro-USB
USB Connector Type B
USB Version 2.0
Battery
Battery Life (CIPA Standard) 380 shots
Battery Technology Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Type NP-FW50
Number Of Batteries Supported 1
Power Source Type Battery
Networking
Near Field Communication (NFC) Yes
Wi-Fi Yes
Wi-Fi Standards b/g/n
Packaging Content
AC Adapter Included Yes
Batteries Included Yes
Battery Charger Included Yes
Cables Included Micro-USB
Certificates
Certification CE
Weight & Dimensions
Depth 48.2 mm
Height 94.4 mm
Weight 446 g
Weight (including Battery) 489 g
Width 126.9 mm
Picture Quality
Maximum Image Resolution 4240 x 2832 pixels
Still Image Resolution(s) 4240 x 2832, 2768 x 1848, 2128 x 1416, 2768 x 1848, 2128 x 1416, 1376 x 920, 4240 x 2384, 2768 x 1560, 2128 x 1200, 2768 x 1560, 2128 x 1200, 1376 x 776, 12416 x 1856, 5536 x 2160, 8192 x 1856, 3872 x 2160