Customers are satisfied with the Alpha a7R II's camera quality, ease of use, and high resolution, frequently praising its performance in low light and compact size. However, some users expressed concerns regarding battery life and the camera's cost. A few also mentioned issues with overheating and high ISO performance in certain situations.
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Camera quality, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
this camera has a lot of options, love it!
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this camera has a lot of options, but also is easy for people that want to point and shoot. The pictures turn out really great, I am so impressed and glad I got this!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Camera quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Had to switch from the A7II to this guy
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The picture quality on the A7rII and the additional megapixels make a HUGE different.
I'm really happy I got this camera. The viewfinder is amazing when
I would recommend this to a friend
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Camera quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Worth it!
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Got this as an open box item, not in the best condition as there where some items missing and you can tell the camera had been dropped so I did get the insurance as a precaution. The quality of the camera is outstanding. I especially enjoy using the APC mode to give me that extra reach when I need it but it does drop the megapixel count to 18. Eye auto focus works great as well.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Camera quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Yeah, it's that good
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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It may be a few-years-old body, but it's really hard to beat the results and feature set on the A7RII. This is one of the first equipment/gear buys I've made in the long time that I didn't end up with any remorse or gripes over - the worst I can report is that the smartphone/computer wireless connectivity can be a little difficult, but is MUCH better after the latest firmware and in-camera app updates. So far I've done a wide variety of shoot types, including some time-lapse and gimbal video w/ cold shoe light, and any complaints I have about the end results are due to my own skills. I've even done a few webcasts using the software without an HDMI capture card and the quality was fantastic. I think unless I suddenly have a need to get heavy into 60fps 4K video, this will be my main body for a long time.
Menus are, as Sonys seem to be, a little on the less-than-ideal side but can be made sense of and learned. Not having a fully articulating touch viewscreen is an annoyance but I've only really missed that functionality when shooting gimbal video, and I think what I really want is an external viewscreen. Intense color backlighting can result in some aberration but I think that's more due to how I'm lighting and exposing, though there are plenty of real-pro reviews you can read that dive into this technical world in better detail.
Attached images shot with the 24-70 F/4 Zeiss lens
I would recommend this to a friend
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Camera quality, Resolution
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Big leap from A6000
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The camera offered the best results. I was tempted to get the A7Riii but decided to ge the A7Rii + 24-105 G + Rokinon 35 1.4.= Great reults. The 42.5MP helps a lot especially if you scaled it down to 20MP. You see a lot of details.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Battery life
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Camera
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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I’m really enjoying the migration to digital photography with my Sony. Image resolution is amazing thanks to the 42.4 mp image sensor. Focus is is fast, quiet, and accurate with several different focus modes. Due to the magnesium alloy chassis, the camera has the solid feel of a 35 mm film camera like the Olympus OM-2n that has been my workhorse camera for years. It does not feel cheap or plasticky. Body weight feels the same as my 35 mms. The biggest difference is not having to grope around the lens to adjust the aperture or miss a shot because I couldn’t focus fast enough.
That being said, there are 2 issues with the camera that I need to mention. The first is the disappointing battery life. It is rated for 290 shots per charge. Keeping the included spare battery charged and ready is a must. Second, and this is purely my gripe, unlike my Nikon D5200, the rear LCD display cannot be turned completely around when not in use to protect it from damage. It is also not fully articulated, however, I don’t think that this is as much of an issue as I anticipated.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Camera quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Serious camera!
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Outstanding camera! Pixel count is insane. Pics razor sharp. Zooming in on a shot will reveal startling results
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Camera quality, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome Camera!
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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The high megapixels makes a huge difference in image quality, especially if you want to make prints! The A7rii is easy to use and produces amazing images! Great camera for portrait and landscape photography.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Camera quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome sensor and image quality
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Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
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I am a pro photographer and have used and worked on almost every brand camera since 2006. Sony A7Rii was introduced in 2015 and was way ahead of its competitors at that time. And still in 2021 this camera doesn't let you feel like you are using some 5 years old technology. Sensor is very much superior. You get clean and crispy picture up high ISO. Sharp images with so much detail packed in 42 MP RAW file. Cropping is fun on this camera. I bought this at best buy with the best price available. Bought as a backup camera to company my sony A7iii but this one is now main camera :) love it.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Camera quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
All that and more!
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All of the previous positive comments have been correct. This camera produces the sharpest images available, IMHO. I started years ago with a Sony A6000. When I started shooting commercially, I switched to what I thought would be a better camera, the D7500. It wasn't long until I made the switch back to Sony. In addition to superior image quality, the user interfacing is so much smarter and more practical than the Nikon. I also purchased the 24-240 mm zoom lens which has been great... but when the A7rii is combined with the fixed lens, f1.8 50mm, there are no crisper images known to man... or at least to me. I'll never leave Sony again.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Battery life
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sony Alpha 7R2
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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I really have been loving shooting with this camera. Although the battery life isn't the best it's great because it comes with an extra battery and external charger for simultaneous charging. It can also be used while be charged with a power bank on the go. It also has 1080p 60 fps recording that can be sent directly to your phone which the A7r3 and beyond do not.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Camera quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great High Resolution
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I was undecided between the Sony a7iii and the higher resolution a7rii. I went with the a7rii because the image quality seemed so much better in all the samples I studied. I am a Nikon shooter who is looking for a more compact form factor for hiking, without compromising quality. The Sony delivers.
The Sony a7rii has somewhat of a learning curve, but there are plenty of resources to help. Bottom line, I would buy this camera again, and I highly recommend it.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Camera quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome Camera
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For the past few months I have been switching from different camera brands. First I bought Canon 5d markiii but I returned it and I replaced with Nikon d750 but after weeks I returned it again coz I found the revolutionary mirrorless camera the Sony a7r ii and I love it so much. It takes really great pictures. So many cool features The customization makes it easy for me to use this camera. I still have so much to learn about this camera. Here's my sample pictures that I took.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Camera quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Beautiful Photos
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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This camera is fantastic for landscape photography, particularly when paired with a Sony G or GM lens. While many flock to the RIII or RIV, this version is still a very capable professional body!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Resolution
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great camera.
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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Coming from an original A7, the changes are subtle but the advancements are great. Amazing resolution and great programmability. Still getting used to it but all in all, a great camera.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Camera quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Product
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I have been using the A7RII+FE 70-300G OSS and have had nothing but sharp, fast focusing. This is my primary camera combo and recommend it highly.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Resolution
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great sony camera
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This is far the best sony camera I've ever had before. Great stabilization, and it allows you to crop without disturbing the resolution.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Camera quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great camera for beginner and amateur
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This camera has all of the DSLR features with additional bells and whistles. Pictures came out sharp with vibrant colors. I used Panorama feature quite often.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Camera quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Awesome camera, at an amazing price!
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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I have finally fell in love with a camera. I have Nikon and Olympus camera’s. This Sony A7R2 is my favorite. 42 megapixels and a good lens, you won’t be disappointed. Great price, go for it!
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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We're very happy to hear that you are enjoying your A7RII. Thank you for the review!
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Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing camera!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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I thought I would have trouble understanding it, but it was much easier than I thought. It’s my #1 traveling camera.