Sony Alpha a7R II Review
Full Frame Mirrorless Digital Camera
- BIONZ X Image Processor
- 3.0" 1,228.8k-Dot Tilting LCD Monitor
- 0.5" 2.36M-Dot XGA OLED Tru-Finder EVF
- Durable Reduced-Vibration Shutter Design
- 5-Axis SteadyShot INSIDE Stabilization
- Built-In Wi-Fi Connectivity with NFC
- ISO 102,400 and Silent Shutter Mode
- 399 Phase-Detect AF Points & 5 fps Burst
- 42MP Full-Frame Exmor R BSI CMOS Sensor
- Internal UHD 4K Video & S-Log2 Gamma
Introduction
In this article, we delve into a detailed analysis of 14,220 user reviews from various languages worldwide to examine the Sony Alpha a7R II. This analysis is performed by the RR artificial intelligence and updated daily with newly submitted reviews. The RR AI utilizes a complex algorithm to first scrutinize user reviews for credibility, filtering out unreliable ones. It then proceeds to dissect and evaluate the valuable insights within these reviews, providing users with ratings regarding the features of this product. Based on these assessments, users can make informed decisions about whether this product is suitable for them or not.
Ratings Based on Features
These results are a summary of user reviews of the Sony Alpha a7R II. For example, 96% of 993 users who have commented on the Picture quality of the Sony Alpha a7R II have given positive feedback.
Highlighted Customer Reviews
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Sony a7Rii
Sony Alpha a7R II Mirrorless Digital Camera Body Professional Kit
Reviewed by Sandee on B&H Photo Video
Just purchased so cannot give complete review. I love the amount of pixels I have to work with and the lightness of camera. It fits nicely in my hand and feels like a Dslr camera. Still trying to learn menus as previous Nikon user. I do wish some settings were not buried so deep in the Menu and more user buttons could have been placed on top of left side of camera, i.e., bracketing. I also love that Sony/Zeiss has some great lenses for this camera.
Nice camera , but requires improvements.
Sony Alpha a7R II Mirrorless Digital Camera Body Professional Kit
Reviewed by Gokula Giridaran on B&H Photo Video
Wonderful camera, but the noise is very bad. Dynamic range is good, it starts up quick, when compared with A7R. Uncompressed RAW feature is good.
Very Saddened
Sony Alpha a7R II Mirrorless Digital Camera Body Professional Kit
Reviewed by Robert the Wildlife Photographer on B&H Photo Video
No Sony A-mount lenses will Auto Focus on this camera with tele-converters....I went to buy it today, tried it out, my 70-210 F2.8 with a 2X wouldn't Auto Focus, then I tried my Minolta 600mm F4 with a 1.4 converter and it would not Auto Focus either......I wanted this camera BADLY, but left it on the counter and walked away...How saddened I am....
Get a 5D Mark IV/5DX/5DC/a7SIII/a9S for 4K Shooting Instead
Sony Alpha a7R II Mirrorless Digital Camera Body Professional Kit
Reviewed by William on B&H Photo Video
Don't get me wrong. The a7RII is a great camera. Even for 4K Video. But it's not perfect and it will not satisfy a certain cinematographer. I'm referring to a run & gun type of filmmaker. So, here are some alternatives you can get if your'e looking for something more perfect-ish.-Canon 5D Mark IV-Canon 5DX-Canon 5DC-Sony a7SIII-Sony a9SWhy get a Canon 5D Mark IV/5DX/5DC?- Much tougher build than Sony- They are very reliable unlike Sony- Zero Major Flaw- Extremely slow release cycle a.k.a future proof & slow price drop- Bigger and Longer Battery life than Sony- No need metabones adapter if you have Canon GlassWhy get a Sony a7SIII/a9S?- Very subtle flaws compared to a7RII and a7SII- No overheating issues (Both a7RII and a7SII have)- Touch Screen- Slightly Bigger and Longer Battery Life on the a9S- 4K at 120fps- Many more features than the Canon 5D Mark IV/5DX/5DC but not as reliable- A few hundred dollars cheaper than Canon DSLRs- Small, Compact & Powerful- Always the latest in technology Are you able to bare with 4K Video on the a7RII?-YES for Scripted Short-Films, Music Video, Etc-NO for Documentary, Wedding, Event, Run & Gun Style, EtcWhy you should not get the a7SII and wait for a7SIII or a9S-Likely to have identical overheating Issues as the a7RII due to same body-Same short battery life as the a7RII-No Touch Screen ... More
Had to pay extra for software
Sony Alpha a7R II Mirrorless Digital Camera Body Professional Kit
Reviewed by Jackel on B&H Photo Video
I sh hot in raw, and didn't realize that the Sony system doesn't work in Lightroom. Sony makes their own editing system , for which they charge only $50. Should have been notified this about this before I bought camera.
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Sony Alpha a7R II Mirrorless Digital Camera Body Professional Kit
Reviewed by Body on B&H Photo Video
Very content with this body.
Great new camera
Sony Alpha a7R II Mirrorless Digital Camera Body Professional Kit
Reviewed by Branchbay on B&H Photo Video
I purchased this camera, since I had an interest in Mirrorless technology. I already have a Canon 6D, which will not be replaced. I liked the ability to use a metabones IV adapter to utilize the canon lenses that I own. Bought the camera used, so when I received it last week it was missing the Manuals and the USB cable. The sensor was full of dust particles, which was not good. That tells me it was not overhauled, prior to shipping it.
Cheating With Sony Lovers
Sony Alpha a7R II Mirrorless Digital Camera Body Professional Kit
Reviewed by Mahindru on B&H Photo Video
I started the camera.Start Scrolling menu after 5 minutes camera starts heating from the botom.Incresed the heat very much till half an hour.5 axis stabilization is not working a bit on my a mount sony G lens 70-200 and Carl zeiss 24-70Z.Battery is dead.u have to take 3 pieces if u want to go for a 3 hour shooting.Big blurs on photos.i am going to sale this Gem Happily.I ad on OLX and Quiker
Grey spot started to appear on recorded images.
Sony Alpha a7R II Mirrorless Digital Camera Body Professional Kit
Reviewed by yishan on B&H Photo Video
I started to use my brand new a7r2 this June. And just after a few months of moderate usage, a grey spot started to appear on recorded images. I feel pretty upset because I only have one lens, 16-35mm f4, and after I carefully mounted the brand new lens on my brand new a7r2 on the day one, I have never unmounted the lens. I have no idea how any dust could land on the sensor, when I never change the lens. I am a very careful user, so I really think I got a lemon. Even though I should still be covered by warranty, without a SONY shop near by, asking for a repair would be really a pain. ... More
Senor dust nightmare.
Sony Alpha a7R II Mirrorless Digital Camera Body Professional Kit
Reviewed by Duffer on B&H Photo Video
Great camera if you don't mind cleaning the sensor more than taking pictures.
not there for me
Sony Alpha a7R II Mirrorless Digital Camera Body Professional Kit
Reviewed by Rich on B&H Photo Video
Seems like a great camera but it's not for me. As a working pro, I found this camera to be to cumbersome. The whole idea of having a small camera with great IQ is diminished by the dslr size lenses and horrible battery life.
Update on Comparison to Canon
Sony Alpha a7R II Mirrorless Digital Camera Body Professional Kit
Reviewed by Darrell on B&H Photo Video
As previously noted I was concerned about the focusing performance of the a7RII and the a6300. I just finished a trip and can confirm that neither camera holds a candle to the lowest level Canon (SL1) in terms of focus performance. I used Sigma, Sony and Zeiss lens and the performance is horrible. If you have a great deal of time to focus then you are set. Otherwise go with Canon to do it right.
Pure Sony
Sony Alpha a7R II Mirrorless Digital Camera Body Professional Kit
Reviewed by Ed on B&H Photo Video
Forget Canon and Nikon
NO FLASH!
Sony Alpha a7R II Mirrorless Digital Camera Body Professional Kit
Reviewed by skiguy on B&H Photo Video
Get's a star reduction right off the bat for no built in flash
Good, but needs improvements
Sony Alpha a7R II Mirrorless Digital Camera Body Professional Kit
Reviewed by Leah on B&H Photo Video
Raw files have amazing resolution and details, however the camera itself does not feel complete (almost as if it is still in beta). Hoping the mark iii version fixes this camera's shortfalls.
Rather have security camera footage than this.
Sony Alpha a7R II Mirrorless Digital Camera Body Professional Kit
Reviewed by david on B&H Photo Video
ISO performance is worst. There are security cameras with better low light performance. Worst menu system. Horrible ergonomics. Slow boot, Random Crashes. ( I have used two cameras and both experience the same issues). Then there is the overheating and tiny batteries. This camera should not exist. I would rather have a canon 5d Mark ii or a GH4 before using this, heck even a lumia 1020 has better performance.
Can on
Sony Alpha a7R II Mirrorless Digital Camera Body Professional Kit
Reviewed by Sony Polska on B&H Photo Video
This was a Christmas Gift to my wife. She loves it. Great pictures and exceptional low-light performance.
