Dial-and-wheel interface can be confusing, Menu system is unnecessarily complicated, Auto ISO artificially limited, hampering low-light shots
The next step in Sony's evolution of its NEX interchangeable-lens-but-no-bulky-internal-mirror camera system is technically brilliant: an amazingly detailed and clean image sensor shoehorned into a reasonably compact camera body that's incredibly well bui...
Published: 2011-12-08, Author: terry , review by: dpexpert.com.au
The image quality is comparable with that of its sibling, the a77, which means it is dazzling. Images are sharp, correctly exposed, with accurate colour and incredible resolved detail. The camera is beautifully balanced in the hand even though at first gl
After each shot the viewfinder/LCD blacks out and the word “Processing” is displayed. Sony inform us that this shouldn't happen, but as it occurred with both the a77 and the aNEX7 we are waiting for an explanation or a solution
This is the camera that could make the DSLR unnecessary for most people. It is smaller, lighter and less ostentatious. It has image-making abilities better than most DSLRs. The range of lenses and accessories is constantly expanding. While the EVF is stil...
Intuitive three-dial control system. Excellent images even at high-ISO levels. Best-in-class shooting performance. Comfortable to shoot with and well balanced
Body and lens scratch easily. Not exactly compact with the kit lens attached. Costs a pretty penny
The NEX-7 offers the best of everything, from its reasonably compact size to its excellent image quality and fast performance. It's a worthwhile investment, should you have the money to spend....
Abstract: With photographers at all levels demonstrating increasing interest in mirrorless cameras, as a premium product the NEX 7 will clearly appeal to serious enthusiasts. Unfortunately, locally it is being offered at premium prices that are between $250 and $65...
Abstract: Text and photos by Gadjo Cardenas SevillaSony's NEX 7 ($ 1200) is easily the epitome of how far mirrorles interchangeable lens cameras have gone. This is a prosumer-oriented compact APS-C sensor camera that has a 24 megapixel sensor and 2.4M dot OLED e...
Near PerfectWe've had a smashing time using the NEX-7. The body is solidly constructed, the handling is great, the OLED viewfinder is gorgeous, the responsiveness is impressive, and the list goes on. It's an awesome camera for both professional work and f...
Abstract: The success of the first NEX cameras (in particular, NEX-5 ) has posed a problem for Sony (albeit a good problem): enthusiasts had since been clamoring for a more advanced NEX. They wanted a mirrorless interchangeable lens camera that's not designed to be...
Near PerfectWe've had a smashing time using the NEX-7. The body is solidly constructed, the handling is great, the OLED viewfinder is gorgeous, the responsiveness is impressive, and the list goes on. It's an awesome camera for both professional work and f...
Abstract: The success of the first NEX cameras (in particular, NEX-5 ) has posed a problem for Sony (albeit a good problem): enthusiasts had since been clamoring for a more advanced NEX. They wanted a mirrorless interchangeable lens camera that's not designed to be...
