Sony Alpha a7 II Mirrorless Digital Camera with Tether Tools Accessories Kit
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Returning Due to Battery Life
Fantastic camera all around with one MAJOR PROBLEM: Battery Life. I gave this camera two weeks to see if I could get myself to overlook this HUGE FLAW, but I couldn't get over it. I come from a beastly Canon 5Ds and Canon 6D. Was trying to move on from these due their size. I shoot travel photography the most, but I'm going to stay with my Canon gear. I simply can't afford to lose 1% point per minute having the camera turned on. I tried the Airpl... Show More
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Great quality images; software useless; battery useless
I'm considering a return even though the images are very top notch and the functionality and control is pretty amazing. Why? The battery for video is next to useless. It lasts about 45 minutes from full charge. To add insult to injury, you have to charge it in the camera because for some reason a $900 camera doesn't have an included battery charger. Worse still, while it's charging you can't connect to AC power and continue to use the camera, fo... Show More
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Almost great
I'd been holding out for this - but I'm let down now. To switch from manual focus to any auto focus mode, you've got to go through the menus. Crazy, especially since the auto focus is inconsistent and slow. The kit lens is really among the worst kit lenses around, full of distortion even at 70mm, and just not really sharp. I bought a metabones 4 adapter for my Canon lenses, but found that unlike their advertising, the Canon lenses just hunt - and... Show More
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excellent for old manual lenses
The niche that this camera fills is a relatively-compact camera with a full frame sensor, which is easily adapted to nearly any lens system out there, plus image stabilization on the Mark II. It fills this mission very, very well. The cons are minor and don't interfere with that fundamental function: - Battery capacity is small and you need to have spares around. - The EVF switches on using a sensor when you put the camera up to your eye. This se... Show More
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Best Mirrorless Full Frame Camera Under $900
This was my first non-point and shoot camera. I decided on getting an alpha 7ii after much deliberation on the purchase. For under a $1000, the bundle B&H provided was a no brainer. As of writing, there is no other camera manufacturer that is able to match the price range of this power house without compromising on what it can deliver. 1) 5 axis image stabilization 2) Full Frame CMOS sensor 3) 28-70/f3.5-f5.6 (FOR FREE) 4) Lens cleaning kit 5)... Show More
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closer but still not there
Just returned my A7 mk2. Out of the box I was surprized how heavy it is, just 5 onces less than my Nikon D750, and considering that the lenses are all pretty much the same weight as my Nikon lenses (50mm and 70-200 f4 are identical in size and weight) I can't see much advantage. I had really hoped to use this body for my Leica lenses but it's such a hassle to focus wide open then close the lens down to shoot. ok if you're on a tripod but any sort... Show More
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Think it's great
It is a little heavier than I thought it would be but really enjoy using it. I have used it for video and stills. In the photos uploaded I used a Meyer-Optik Gorlitz P58 58mm f/1.9 Lens. They were my test shots with the set up. I think the quality is great. I don't have my portable drive with me or I would load up with my regular lenses rather than the Gorlitz. I don't think there is anything personally I don't like about the camera. I am just us... Show More
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Great camera at current price for right use
Now the A7II is being eclipsed by the A7III, is this still a valid choice at $1,000? For some people, yes! I am only using MF lenses. 5FPS is plenty, mostly only shoot in single mode anyhow. 24MP is all the resolution I need or want. The EVF of the A7III is not any better than the one in the A7III. I don't use the video camera in the A7II. What does this camera offer? 5 axis IBIS is nice both for the ability to handhold at slower speed an... Show More
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Love it
At first I was hesitant to jump ship but to me Sony really isn't much of a learning curve imo, and is easy to learn the system. I've been using Metabones Fd adapter and been enjoying it quite a bit. Looking forward to other legacy options down the line! Shots that I've taken are incredible (I find I have way more keepers) and looking through the EVF to review the images blow me away. Touchless shutter is awesome (some really cool other apps too) ... Show More
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Poor focusing competence under low light
Recently, I shifted from A7s to A7II, with the hope to make use of internal 5-axis stabilisation function. Indeed, this function is quite satisfying, particularly when I use a zoom lens like Tamron 28-300PZD, through an LAEA3 adaptor ring. The adaptor ring also works well with Sony SAL 24-70ZA lens, though not with Sigma 50ART or Minolta 24-105D. In comparison with A7s, A7II is very disappointing in the aspect of focusing under low light or back ... Show More
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Good deal for the price, but batteries don't last long.
Is a good deal overall. The case, the sd card and the extra battery. For the price is a really good deal. Just be aware that batteries don't last that long and this deal doesn't include battery charger. You'll need to charge it from the usb port of the camera with the battery in the camera. It comes with a wall plug. Charging time is quite fast but your battery will drain pretty fast. Now, image quality is awesome! Of course you'll se difference... Show More
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from Nikon to Sony, YES
Having shot only on Nikon for the past 5 years, I was hesitant to switch.... but the price on this mirrorless, full frame was not to be missed. And that is only the tip of the iceberg! This thing is light, sharp, fast, and really delivers. I have only had it a few weeks but Im blown away by the sharpness of the images, the light sensor is great - Ive done some indoor x-mas light pics to test and they are crystal clear and bright as anything. I pu... Show More
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Sony gets it right
This is a great camera. The controls are great, the software is good and the images are fantastic. I love to use my legacy prime lenses with this camera; wonderful results. I only have two gripes about this camera, which is why I give it a 4 star review instead of a 5 star. 1- The aperture and shutter dial are small and plastic and feel cheap for the rest of the camera. They are a bit to hidden and not as accessible as I would like. 2- The weight... Show More
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Stunning!!!! A++++
I have been a Nikon user for many years and enjoy recreational photography. I recently bought this beauty with the 24-70 F4 Sony Zeiss lens as didn't like the kit lens. This is a serious piece of equipment which delivers astounding results. The image stabilization with a native lens is unparalleled to any other cameras available in todays market. It is compact compared to the other Full frame D-SLR's, its built solid with awesome low light photog... Show More
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Faulty Image Stabilization System
Bought this camera and several Sony/Zeiss lenses in February 2015. On a recent trip the camera failed with the message Camera Error. Turn Power off then on. Unable to reset the camera and a Web search indicates that this is a common problem with this model and confirmed by Sony. Have sent the camera for repair under warranty, but I am not hopeful this will not happen again in a few months when the warranty has expired. Other than this, the camera... Show More
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Great Travel Option!
I am in love with this camera! My main kit is a 5D Mkii and a 5Ds, predominantly Sigma Art primes (24, 35, 50 and 85) and zooms 24-70 and 70-200. With filters and accessories a HEAVY kit to lug around... So, I bought the A7ii with a 24-70 f4 and the 16-35 as a travel rig and I couldn't be happier! Still getting used to working the menus but - manual mode is manual mode and as it's my preferred method of exposing - there's not much of a learning c... Show More
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Still a great value in 2019.
I had a copy of this camera that I had bought used years ago and traded for another A7. Was very happy with it. When I recently needed a second full-frame body for a wedding behind my A7III this is the first camera that came to mind. It performed flawlessly and was the camera I ended up closing out the event with. The combination of IBIS, fast focusing, and other features remains competitive today. Short battery life was dealt with by picking up ... Show More
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With me always
I bought this to supplement my Nikon D800. Although I love my Nikon, it's a bit much to have with me all the time (to the office, into NY in crowds) and wanted to have something that I could carry all the time. So far, I've kept the Sony on auto just to get use to all the bells and whistles and handling and I'm just about ready to switch over to full mamual. Loving this camera, the portability, and the results. The dials are the 'opposite' of my ... Show More
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Wow! Great Price Point
Thank you Sony and B&H for offering this great entry into the full frame world. The A7 II camera is loaded with features for professional photography. The 28-70mm medium range zoom lens works well for all but the most demanding tasks. I have been using this camera and lens at 70mm with Eye Autofocus for head and shoulder portraits and getting very sharp results. I have also been using it to cover a weeklong school using TTL flash, auto ISO, and t... Show More
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A7 mark II is a great shooter.
This is a professional step for Sony. Its processor is fantastic, autofocus is fast and the camera comes with a nice kit lens. The 5-axis stabilizer is a savior in many situation, as well. The camera is also equipped with a direct manual focus which helps a ton when you need to really get a sharp shot and the light is too low for the autofocus to get there. It get you there 90% and then the last 10% your adjust manually. It's an awesome feature. ... Show More
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Great camera!
Im a beginner photographer and decide to get the a7iii instead of the usual Nikon and Canon and I couldnt be much happier with my choice. The settings are a little bit confusing at first, but once you play around with the camera everything just falls into place. The camera is compact and light and fits nice in any bag as it doesnt add much bulk to it. Battery didnt seem to be a problem for me as I purchased the grip for it and a couple of extra b... Show More
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Walk-around friendly
Got this camera as a smaller everyday camera, with smaller files compared to my A99 ii (24mp vs 42mp). Its definitely smaller and lighter. Controls are all familiar. The back dial wheel (next to the exposure comp dial) is harder to operate compared to the bigger A99, and I turned the power off a couple of times trying to adjust the front dial. Large hands need to make allowance for less realestate for buttons on the body. I prefer the 4-way dial ... Show More
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Amazing camera!
Love it! The camera is way nicer than I even need. But I love the features and the simplicity and the complex nature of how the photos turned out. My only beef with this camera. Is that there is no way to adjust manually the white balance without a bunch of buttons pushed. Also the exposure dial, cannot be remastered to do anything else so if I don't use it it's a waste. Also the exposure dial, cannot be remastered to do anything else so if I don't use it it's a wasted dial. But I am a big fan of Sony! And this camera is the best camera I've ever owned! Cannot wait to see what else it can do.
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Worth the upgrade
So where do I start ? I am unsure. This is a really good camera. Did not get mine from BnH but I thought I'd give my verdict. I'm still learning even after 3 months. Paired with the 28 F2 this cam works wonders. HDR is awesome though in JPEG. Lacks a built in flash but I guess that's ok due to design. The video button is difficult to reach no idea why sony would put that there. The menus are a bit odd to get into to note I came from a NEX6. The image quality really depends on the lens at hand but so far I'm impress. I guess not all people would like this camera though due to it's quirkyness.
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