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Sony NEX-7 24.3 MP Mirrorless Digital Camera - Body Only (OLD MODEL)
Brand | Sony |
Model Name | Sony NEX-7 |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 24.3 MP |
Photo Sensor Size | APS-C |
Image Stabilization | Digital |
Max Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 30 seconds |
Metering Description | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
Exposure Control Type | Automatic, Manual |
Form Factor | Mirrorless |
About this item
- Pocket camera with professional-grade performance
- 24.3 MP for superb detail and amazing enlargements
- World's first OLED electronic viewfinder; 2359K dots
- Up to 10 fps shooting to capture the decisive moment
- APS-C CMOS sensor for DSLR-class imaging
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Image stabilization | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.2 | 4.5 | 3.2 | 4.8 |
Picture quality | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.9 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 5.0 |
Auto focus | 4.1 | 4.8 | 4.7 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 5.0 |
Touch Screen | — | — | 4.1 | 3.7 | 4.3 | — |
Sold By | Stauffer Industries LLC | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Focus Camera LLC | BH 52 Innovations |
display type | OLED | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD |
display size | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | — | 3 inches | 3 inches |
lens type | Zoom | Wide Angle | Zoom Lens | Zoom | zoom | — |
shooting modes | Automatic, Manual, Programmed Auto | Auto, Programmed, Aperture, Shutter speed, Manual, Movie | Single Shooting, Continuous shooting (Hi+/Hi/Mid/Lo selectable), Self-timer, Self-timer (Cont.), Bracket: Single, Bracket: Cont., White Balance bracket, DRO bracket | Auto, Manual, Programmed AE, Aperture Priority, Shutter-speed priority | Single Shooting, Continuous shooting (Hi+/Hi/Mid/Lo selectable), Self-timer, Self-timer (Cont.), Bracket: Single, Bracket: Cont., White Balance bracket, DRO bracket | — |
connectivity tech | HDMI, USB | HDMI, USB | Wireless | Bluetooth | USB | NFC, HDMI, Bluetooth, USB |
video resolution | FHD 1080p | 4320p | 4K UHD 2160p | 4K UHD 2160p | 4K UHD 2160p | 2160p |
optical zoom | 1 multiplier x | 8 multiplier x | — | — | — | 1 multiplier x |
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Auto Focus Technology | Selective single-point, Multi-area, Single, Continuous, Live View, Contrast Detection |
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Display Resolution Maximum | 921,000 |
Photo Sensor Size | APS-C |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Effective Still Resolution | 24.3 |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 24.3 MP |
Frame Rate | 60 fps |
White balance settings | Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Flash torch |
JPEG quality level | Fine |
Camera Flash | Built-In |
Image Stabilization | Digital |
Flash Sync Speed | 1/160_sec |
Video Capture Format | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Video Capture Resolution | FHD 1080p |
Video Standard | AVCHD |
Viewfinder Magnification | 1.09x |
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Viewfinder Type | Electronic |
Screen Size | 3 Inches |
Display Type | OLED |
Display Fixture Type | Tilting |
Model Name | Sony NEX-7 |
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Brand | Sony |
Model Number | NEX7/B |
Customer Reviews |
3.9 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #402,322 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #1,060 in Mirrorless Cameras |
ASIN | B005IHAIEI |
Color | Black |
Included Components | Instruction Manual |
Specification Met | No |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Processor Description | Bionz |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 1.69 x 2.75 x 4.75 inches |
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Item Weight | 10.3 ounces |
Warranty & Support
Feedback
Lens Type | Zoom |
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Aperture Modes | F3.5–F5.6 |
Optical Zoom | 1 x |
Digital Zoom | 10 x |
Zoom Type | Optical Zoom |
Autofocus Points | 25 |
Camera Lens Description | 18-55mm zoom lens |
Compatible Mountings | Sony FE, Sony E (NEX) |
Focus Type | Autofocus & Manual |
Expanded ISO Maximum | 16000 |
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Expanded ISO Minimum | 100 |
Max Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 30 seconds |
Exposure Control Type | Automatic, Manual |
Metering Description | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
Shooting Modes | Automatic, Manual, Programmed Auto |
Batteries Required? | Yes |
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Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Are Batteries Included | Yes |
Rechargeable Battery Included | No |
Battery Cell Composition | Lithium Ion |
Battery Description | Lithium-Ion NP-FW50 rechargeable battery & charger |
Battery Weight | 20 Grams |
Battery Life | 430 Photos |
Target Gender | Unisex |
Connectivity Technology | USB, HDMI |
Continuous Shooting Speed | 10 |
Wireless Communication Technology | yes |
Flash Memory Type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Memory Slots Available | 1 |
Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
Skill Level | Professional |
Specific Uses For Product | Photography |
Form Factor | Mirrorless |
Hardware Interface | USB |
Audio Recording | Yes |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Product Description
More than a pocket camera, the 24.3 megapixel NEX-7 exceeds expectations. Here’s performance that would give most DSLRs camera envy, including interchangeable lenses, a 2359K dot OLED eye-level TTL viewfinder, up to 10fps shooting, and outstanding Tri-Navi 3-dial manual control. HD movies are superb with Full 1920 x 1080 resolution at 60p, 60i and 24p.
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Customers like the quality, ease of use, and portability of the digital camera. They mention that the image quality is very good, the video quality is superb, and the controls are fairly simple. They appreciate the small size and lightweight design, which make it easy to carry around. Customers are also happy with the controls, and say that the camera is a great performer.
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Customers are satisfied with the image quality of the digital camera. They say that the unique raw files this camera produces are of very good quality, and the video quality is superb. They also mention that the camera is easy to pick up and learn how to take good photos, and that the 24 MP provides tremendous detail.
"...This feature is beautifully implemented in the NEX 7 - and you can use it with the LCD or by looking thru the bright OLED viewfinder...." Read more
"...of the box in five minutes the most incredible, clear, good color gorgeous detailed photos, all in natural light...we were so excited we rushed to..." Read more
"...It is not a Canon L, but is very well made and the shots are much, much better than the kit and that is what counts...." Read more
"...I enjoy the soft snickety-snick of the focal plane shutter. It's a sweet, complex toy and lots of fun, and a worthy successor to the Sony marvels of..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the digital camera. They mention that the viewfinder is really good, it's a great performer, and produces excellent results. The kit lens is actually very good, and the overall quality is amazing.
"...Speaking of viewfinders, the NEX 7 viewfinder is really, really good. I use it a lot. Here's why: Last year I had cataract surgery on both eyes...." Read more
"...But when they do the results are stunning to a discerning eye. Now after two months, I would add the following: This camera is even better..." Read more
"...I chose the Tamron because of its smaller size and equal performance. Also Tamron now has a fix for the panorama mode...." Read more
"...Overall this is an amazing piece of technology coming from a film background. It does take some getting used to handling and using...." Read more
Customers find the digital camera easy to use. They say that the camera functions are very intuitive and provide the amount of functionality that they need. The camera is also user friendly, with easy-to-use controls and a simple menu system. The NEX-7 is a beautiful camera that offers a lot of functionality and is easy to handle.
"...figuring out the three wheel system and using it, it is fast and convenient. Need to be careful not to bump a wheel and change a setting by mistake...." Read more
"...3. Features and connectivity. The NEX 7 offers approximately 50 settings, ranging from gimmicks I am unlikely to ever use..." Read more
"...Not as easy as it's bigger DSLR cousins, but easy enough for what it does. Sony has got a winner with the NEX. Can't wait to see what else is coming!" Read more
"...The most fabulous feature is its ability to use just about every lens ever made! That is astonishing...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the size of the digital camera. They mention that it fits easily and comfortably in their hand, and has a compact body loaded with features. Some say that it can fit in a coat pocket.
"...It fits perfectly with the lens down. For a smaller profile, put on the SEL16F28 wide angle lens and use the Tamrac 5689 case...." Read more
"...Also the size of the lens is not obnoxious, I rather like the size.Update May 28, 2012...." Read more
"...The EVF is optional as an accessory for the 5n. And it's smaller and lighter weight and has slightly less digital noise than the 7 at high ISO due..." Read more
"...Compact body LOADED with features...." Read more
Customers like the portability of the digital camera. They mention that its size and weight is fantastic to just carry around, and that it is much more compact than the typical DSLR.
"...And it's smaller and lighter weight and has slightly less digital noise than the 7 at high ISO due to fewer megapixels...." Read more
"...They do incorporate motors and anti-shake mechanisms and are very light. Some of the size problem is that the camera is small by comparison...." Read more
"...I love the fact that the body is so small and light...." Read more
"...Overall it's a great performer and given its size and weight is fantastic to just carry around - I'm far more likely to take it with me than my DSLR..." Read more
Customers like the controls of the digital camera. They say the tri-navi dials are terrific for quickly adjusting the primary exposure settings. The controls are well-thought out and easy to use due to the use of contextually-aware buttons. Customers also like the four customized buttons that they can set their favorite.
"...The NEX 7 assists me in two ways. First - the viewfinder has a diopter adjustment so I can dial in my correction and see clearly through the..." Read more
"...Its three dial system is ingenious and provides easy quick access to an functions including by example, creativity settings, saturation and..." Read more
"...FAST startup and responsive controls. You hardly ever miss any shots you want to take...." Read more
"...Access to the vital dials quickly...I can now change Aperture size, ISO, and exposure compensation through external knobs...rather than a..." Read more
Customers like the viewfinder of the digital camera. They say that it is excellent, spot-on, and a major reason with the sensor that they purchased. They also say that the digital eye viewer is a welcome feature on sunny days, and that the live view works very well. Customers also say the LCD screen is convenient and that they can see clearly through the view finder without glasses.
"...Speaking of viewfinders, the NEX 7 viewfinder is really, really good. I use it a lot. Here's why: Last year I had cataract surgery on both eyes...." Read more
"...The much lauded viewfinder is nice, but I am one of those people who have gotten used to framing the entire shot at arm's length...." Read more
"...Video Limitationso. The viewfinder is helpful for taking photos (I have old eyes), but using it in video mode, it may add your heavy..." Read more
"...The electronic viewfinder is pretty cool, although the twinkling dots in low light conditions is a bit distracting...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the autofocusing of the camera. Some mention that the focusing assist using peaking level is really good, and the focus is fast even in low light. However, others say that the autofocus is a bit slow, and it doesn't always refocus on you should you step in.
"...And finally, here's a digital camera that provides a really usable manual focus capability!..." Read more
"...Sometimes it takes time for the NEX to track in low light. [Uses Contrast AF. Wish it was Phase like the Sony DSLRs]..." Read more
"...This electronic assist for manual focus, which is also on the 5n, is one of the best reasons for buying a NEX...." Read more
"...zoom adjustment on the side of the lens body, there is still a delay when zooming and you can hear the motor going when you're shooting video...." Read more
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The body of the NEX 7 is only a little larger than my Canon G-11 but feels solid like my Nikkormat. Designed into this little package is a lot of great engineering and extraordinary technology from Sony that work beautifully together.
Here's what I like:
A large APS-C sensor that produces astounding images with low noise.
Well-thought-out controls that let me participate in taking pictures if I want - not just trip the shutter (although I can do that with the Intelligent Auto mode if I want)
I really like the organization of the controls and menus on this camera. They are logical and accessible - more so than on my Canon G-11.
The tilting LCD panel on the back is terrific. This is one of the features I liked on the Canon - but the implementation on the NEX 7 is so much better! I can shoot from my waist (like an old Rollei) or from the floor to get great pix of my grandkids, or by holding the camera as far above my head as I can reach to get a different perspective. The LCD accommodates all of these shooting modes with a large, bright LCD display.
I like being able to use my old Nikkor lenses on this camera manually. With a Photodiox adapter, you can mate almost any legacy lens system to the NEX 7. Although you lose the ability for autofocus and automatically setting an aperture, you can do these tasks manually with ease. The NEX 7 will choose an appropriate shutter speed to provide a good exposure for the aperture you choose - since the NEX 7 previews the composition with the lens stopped down. And finally, here's a digital camera that provides a really usable manual focus capability!
Whether you're using an old legacy lens, and focusing manually, or using a modern Sony E-Series lens with auto focusing, you can be the final judge on what's really in focus using a feature called Focus Peaking. Simply toggle on Manual Focus and turn the focus ring on the lens to see objects that are in focus highlighted with a contrast colored border. You can even "zoom in" X6 or X12 with the touch of a button to fine focus on the object of interest. This feature is beautifully implemented in the NEX 7 - and you can use it with the LCD or by looking thru the bright OLED viewfinder.
Speaking of viewfinders, the NEX 7 viewfinder is really, really good. I use it a lot. Here's why: Last year I had cataract surgery on both eyes. I didn't realize before this surgery that the new lenses the doctor put in can correct for near-sightedness and astigmatism. So when I got new lenses in my eyes, I was no longer dependent on glasses for distance vision. (I had worn glasses for 50 years!) Whoa - what a great gift! I'm still unable to see really well at close distances because of my age - so I need reading glasses. But that's not a big problem with this camera. Here's why:
The NEX 7 assists me in two ways. First - the viewfinder has a diopter adjustment so I can dial in my correction and see clearly through the viewfinder without glasses. Second - the menus for the LCD display have a Large Font option so that I can actually see the information about f-stop, shutter speed, ISO, etc on the LCD without wearing my glasses. This is so exciting! Thank you Sony for thinking of us seniors!
There are many other exciting features I could talk about like Sweep Panorama, Dynamic Range Optimization, built-in HDR and shooting at 10 frames per second - but that would spoil the surprise. You need to get your hands on one of these cameras and find out for yourself!
One of the very best resources for getting acquainted with the NEX 7 is a series of YouTube videos done by Jon Adams of reflectedpixel.com. Jon is a professional photographer whose excitement about Sony's innovation and the NEX 7 is contagious. Search for reflectedpixel on YouTube and watch Jon demo the NEX 7 in a way that will inspire even a serious doubter. But beware - if you watch, chances are you'll want to buy.
I also like Gary Friedman's book "Sony's NEX 7 Mirrorless Camera" - available here on Amazon.com. I like the way Gary explains how to set the camera menus up for easy access to the most important features and the very best results.
From the day I purchased my first digital camera - the 3 MP Canon G1 (at a cost of over 1 grand) - I wished for the day when a digital camera would arrive that felt like my Nikkormat in my hands, and took high-resolution pictures like I used to get with Ektachrome, and encouraged me to get involved again in the photo-making process using all of the wonderful benefits of the digital format.
For me - that day has arrived with the Sony NEX 7.
Update: 10/10/2012 I like carrying my NEX 7 on my belt - not hanging around my neck or in a backpack. I've discovered a couple of small, belt-compatible cases that I recommend. If you are using the NEX 7 with the kit 18-55mm lens, get the Tamrac 3320 case. It fits perfectly with the lens down. For a smaller profile, put on the SEL16F28 wide angle lens and use the Tamrac 5689 case. This is the same case I used to carry my Canon G-11 in - and it works well with the NEX 7 and SEL16F28. In this case, I take off the removable eye cup for the viewfinder. It will work with the eyecup installed, but it's a little too tight.
Anyway, this time, I got my wife the Nex 3c for Christmas because it shares the same 16 mp processor that is in the Nikon D7000. To put an APS-c processor in such an inexpensive camera, I thought, would open the world of natural light photography to my wife with a sensor that's a proven winner in a small, convenient camera with interface designed for point and shoot photographers.
When I got home, my wife had our six month old daughter dressed in a Santa outfit... Break out the camera...Out of the box in five minutes the most incredible, clear, good color gorgeous detailed photos, all in natural light...we were so excited we rushed to print a Christmas card. That simple incident has caused my wife to finally get interested in a camera more rewarding than her Casio Ex Slim.
Reading more, I decided to get myself the 5n. Same processor but with more capabilities and controls. I got many wonderful photos with the kit 18-55 but not as good as my D7000. But then I bought the Sony 18-200 lens for the 5n. The photos and detail with this lens knocked my socks off and was every bit the quality I was getting from the D7000 for which I have an equivalent lens.
It was this experience that made me interested in the 24 mp Nex 7. I read a few reviews of the Nex 7. I read of many features, but mainly stunning image quality. Some commentators think that 24 mp is about the equivalent of the detail you can achieve with a film camera. I was interested.
But the one think this excercise has brought home to me, if you're seeking detail, then there's alot of other things that go into image clarity than just the sensor. And the other things get more and more evident as the megapixels are pushed. First on this list is whether you have a lens that will deliver enough detail to take advantage of the megapixels. I did crave the detail, I had the lens. So I bought the camera.
The Sony Nex 7 takes some getting used to. Its three dial system is ingenious and provides easy quick access to an functions including by example, creativity settings, saturation and sharpness, settings to expand dynamic range, aperture, speed and iso, so that with practice you can reset all of these for every shot almost instantly. There are many other great features also.
But mainly, when I got the settings right, the quality of the pictures was just something I never saw before from any camera.
There are things that could be done a little better, as there always are. The flash unit is incredibly cheesy. The movie button is placed so that I have taken many movies I did not intend. Good thing they can be erased. And there is no case that fits this incredible little camera. And it is almost shocking that with all the settings available, there is no way to save a custom profile once you have everything just the way you want it. There are other things as well. But overall, it delivers an incredible array of capabilities and unequaled image quality for an APS-C sensor that has to be seen to be believed. With good lenses, that can translate into superior photos in most conditions.
How does it compare to the 5n? Honestly for people shots, and especially for shots indoors at night in natural light, the 5n is just as good or better.(My favorite professional reviewers are DPreview.com. Their tests showed that the 5n is better in low light, but if they resampled the 5n image up to 24 mp then the images were equal. This is stupid. They had to downgrade the 5n image to make it equal the 7.) The extra pixels are just not needed and they do reduce low light sensitivity. But in low light both are better than my Nikon D7000 which honestly, I still love and will also use. (The nikon has a quality usable flash.)
At half the price for the camera plus the kit lens, the 5n is definitely a better value than the Nex 7 for all but the true enthusiast. Only with the purchase of expensive extra glass, and a lot of testing and practice, will the potential better photo qualities emerge. But when they do the results are stunning to a discerning eye.
Now after two months, I would add the following: This camera is even better than I thought, I think in part due to the 18-200 lens being just superb. All my shots are better than all my shots were before. After figuring out the three wheel system and using it, it is fast and convenient. Need to be careful not to bump a wheel and change a setting by mistake. One nice feature. When you set the camera the way you want it in program and aperture modes, then turn it off, the settings are the same when you turn it back on.
I am not using my Nikon D7000 at all. I keep trying to find comparable shots where the Nikon will equal this camera. No can do. In daylight, same picture, the Sony Nex 7 produces considerably better pictures. The detail is sharper, and when you learn to use the dynamic range settings they are incredibly better so you get better detail in the light and in the shadows. The depth of field is greater than with the Nikon. The distortion controls are wonderful and are making my pictures better. The articulating screen makes it easy to compose your shot from low and high angles. With zoom and so many pixels it's easy to let camera movement destroy a shot. So finding something to rest the camera against to take a shot always helps, and depending on the height of the object you use, the articulating screen makes it easier to compose your shot.
I just love this camera and I believe it is making my photographs better than they ever were.