Sony Alpha 7 vs Sony Alpha 7 II
Compare key differences and full specifications to find the camera that suits your photography.
Key differences
- Year: Sony Alpha 7: 2013 ; Sony Alpha 7 II: 2014
- Weight: Sony Alpha 7: 474 g ; Sony Alpha 7 II: 599 g
- Battery: Sony Alpha 7: NP-FW50 lithium-ion battery ; Sony Alpha 7 II: Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50
Best for
The available specifications do not establish a clear advantage for a particular use. Choose based on the features you need below.
| Specification | Sony Alpha 7 | Sony Alpha 7 II |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Model | Alpha 7 | Alpha 7 II |
| Year | 2013 | 2014 |
| Body | ||
| Dimensions | 127 x 94 x 48 mm | 126.9 x 95.7 x 59.7 mm |
| Weight | 474 g | 599 g |
| Video | ||
| Max. video mode | — | 1920x1080 (60p/60i/30p/24p) |
| Display & Viewfinder | ||
| Screen resolution | 921,600 dots | 1,228,800 dots |
| Power | ||
| Battery | NP-FW50 lithium-ion battery | Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50 |