Sony Alpha 7S review – Our verdict
If you place your main priority on AF speed or shooting rate, the A7S won’t really meet your needs. Also, if you’re looking for a camera that delivers huge amounts of detail thanks to a high resolution, the A7S won’t really be the answer either.
However, Sony caters for such demands with the A7 and A7R respectively, and as such the A7S meets a different set of needs for those wanting a compact full frame camera, notably high-end performance in low light conditions.
Then there’s the 4K video capture which, although it requires off-camera data recording, is undoubtedly a welcome feature.
As such, the A7S joins the existing A7 models and forms a formidable line-up of full frame models which meet the demands of enthusiast and professional photographers and one – once there are more lenses available – looks like one of the most impressive on the market.
Sony Alpha 7S – Key features
As well as its ability to capture 4K video, the Sony Alpha 7S has a host of other features
Wi-Fi and NFC
Wi-Fi is built-in, and the camera can be controlled and images transferred via the Sony PlayMemories mobile app. NFC is also on hand to create a fast connection.
Battery
Powering the Alpha 7S is a NP-FW50 battery, which is used in all Sony E-mount cameras. It can be charged via the Micro USB connection.
Drive
In speed-priority shooting mode, the Alpha 7S can shoot at 5fps. This is reduced to 2.5fps if continuous AF and metering are also required.
Bionz X
Controlling the Alpha 7S is the latest Bionz X processing system.
Shutter speed
The Alpha 7S features a maximum shutter speed of 1/8000sec.
Electronic viewfinder
The Alpha 7S has the same excellent 2.36-million-dot-resolution electronic viewfinder as the Alpha 7 and Alpha 7R.
Screen
The 3in screen has a 921,000-dot resolution.
