| sent on November 04, 2023
Pros: Compact, Af at the top on the market, new sensor colorimetry (identical to A7IV), stabilization, image quality, processor with artificial intelligence
Cons: Maybe only the mechanical shutter stopped at 1/4,000 (electronic 1/8,000) and lack second memory slot (only for those who can't do without it, I guess matrimonialists), lack of directional pad.
Opinion: Let's start from the fact that I also own a Sony A7IV, I decided to buy this camera body for its compactness, first buying the first version the A7C and now upgraded to this new A7CII. Comparing it to the first version, well there is no story, it is not just a small update but a really important leap forward, in fact leading it to exceed the performance levels of my A7IV. Let's say that it shares with a7IV the same sensor, with the new Sony calorimetry, and the new menu, but it changes the processor with artificial intelligence which is now the same as the SonyA7RV, and I can assure you that the difference is not just a letter, the camera is very responsive and hooks any type of subject and sticks to it, It's truly stunning. For those who complain that it could have few customizable buttons, I answer that maybe it should learn better the Sony menu, I can't fill them all, since in addition to the function keys we also have the FN button where you can put 12 quick settings, and MY MENU where you can insert infinite shortcuts, I don't feel the lack of other buttons at all, indeed.. In addition, the viewfinder.. The first version is true I had a viewfinder that was not very readable but usable, this new version has a higher magnification and I can assure you that even here it is not just an inscription, but the difference can be seen, now it is fully usable. I don't even tell you about the difference with the first version of the A7C, they are two completely different worlds, they are not comparable, there is too much difference. I think for an advanced amateur it's manna from heaven. It's extraordinarily fantastic in everything, except for the second slot (for those who may be indispensable). Extraordinary image quality, (equal to A7IV) 7 stops of stabilizer, processor with artificial intelligence, very compact and very light, alien AF so powerful it is, what more could you want!!??? Anyway in summary my opinion is this: if you are an amateur photographer, A7CII is fantastic, but if you are also a professional photographer or who just wants a camera body that can last mechanically more over time, then there is no story, A7IV !! Greetings to all.. Christian |