Sony ILCE-7S

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.