Sony A7S II : Tests and Reviews
Sony A7S II Review
Sony A7s II sensor review: Low-light performance redefined
Introduction Specifications and Features The Sony A7S II is the not-unexpected update of the earlier video-centric 12-Mpix A7S. Like its predecessor, it adopts a full-frame 12.2MP Exmor CMOS sensor, but now boasts 5-axis stabilization and internal UHD 4K recording at 30 fps with full pixel read-out (without pixel-binning). In addition, there’s 1080p recording at up to 120 fps (for slow-motion footage) and all in XAVC S format. Picture Profile settings have been redeveloped, adding S-Gamut3.Cine/S-Log3 and S-Gamut3/S-Log3, which deliver what the company claims (“wide dynamic range and simple color correction”) and complement the camera’s 4K recording capabilities. The BIONZ X image processor enables increased
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Carl Zeiss’s latest range of Batis lenses has been specifically designed for the Sony A7 series of full-frame mirrorless cameras such as the Sony A7R II and Sony A7S II. Together with the legendary optical precision and outstanding build quality for which Carl Zeiss lenses are known, the new Batis lenses also feature autofocus and an innovative OLED display on the lens barrel that gives both focus distance and depth-of-field information. The first new lenses released in the Zeiss Batis lineup are the 25mm f/2 wide-angle prime and 85mm f/1.8 short telephoto prime. |
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Carl Zeiss’s latest range of Batis lenses have been specifically designed for the Sony A7 series of full-frame mirrorless cameras such as the Sony A7R II and Sony A7S II. Together with the legendary optical precision and outstanding build quality for which Carl Zeiss lenses are known, the new Batis lenses also feature autofocus and an innovative OLED display on the lens barrel that gives both focus distance and depth-of-field information. The first lenses released in the Zeiss Batis lineup are the 25mm f/2 wide-angle prime and the 85mm f/1.8 short telephoto prime. |
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The new Sony A7S II is the upgrade to the A7S and offers ultra-high sensitivity up to ISO409600 and 5-axis stabilization in what promises to be an impressive available-light camera. In addition, the A7S II builds on its predecessor’s video credentials, adding 4K (UHD) internal and Full HD video up to 120 fps. Read on to find out how well the sensor in this new model performs. |