Image courtesy: Lensrentals
Roger Cicala from Lensrentals disassembled the new Sony A7II and this are his findings:
It’s not surprising that the inside of the A7II is more complex than the previous A7 cameras. The in-body image stabilization takes up space and adds circuitry. The camera does largely retain its modular construction, but clearly is more complex to assemble and disassemble.
The A7II is clearly more robust than its predecessors, too. The lens mount seems designed to eliminate any wobbling or looseness that was noticed in previous models and the chassis seems stronger.
We don’t see any real increase in weather sealing, except around the battery door, and even that is incomplete. However, it is certainly possible that Sony has such tight plastic-on-plastic seals that they don’t think rubber gaskets are necessary. Like I said at the beginning, though, I’m pretty cynical about manufacturer’s weather sealing claims.
USA/Canada A7II links:
Sony Alpha a7II (Body Only) for $1,698 at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama, SonyStore and Sony Store Canada.
Sony Alpha a7II with FE 28-70mm OSS Lens for $1,998 at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama, SonyStore.
Sony 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G SSM II Lens for $1,148 at BHphoto.
EU A7II links:
Sony Alpha a7II (Body Only) for 1.799 Euro at Sony Germany, Sony UK, Jessops UK, Sony France, Sony Italy, Sony Spain, Sony Austria, Sony Switzerland, Sony Netherland, Sony Belgium, Sony Portugal, Sony Sweden, Sony Finland, Sony Norway.
Sony Alpha a7II with FE 28-70mm OSS Lens for 2.099 Euro at Amazon Germany, Wex UK, Jessops UK, Verkkokauppa.
Asian/Australia A7II link:
Sony A7II at Sony Store Australia, Digitalrev and Amazon Japan.
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isn’t that awesome?
You meant to say “Strip tease” instead of “streap tease” ?
No it’s a nod to Meril Streap, for being nominated an oscar for her role in Ibis
The A7sII can’t come soon enough
agree!!
Agreed. Then the prices for “old” A7S on ebay will go down and I’ll buy one!
Agreed!!
Should I buy an A7S now? Or should I buy an A7II to tide me over, then sell it when the A7SII arrives?
Yes!
Yes, what? Which one?
Reading isn’t your strong point, is it?
Certain people have developed an inane ability for critique & sarcasm rather then concentrating on improving their own skill-set.
Yes!
Making note: that joke was too clever for Lotus Eater…
ok next?
Oh, it was a joke. ‘Course it was. How did I not spot that?
Two questions, one yes, it is a pretty obvious and old joke. Maybe too old for you.
So I should?
Too many parts, not good.
Too little brain, not good.
According to the pictures, does it look like possible to fit IBIS in a nex7/a6000 body??
If they’re going to increase the size on the new a7000, I rather prefer living without IBIS. We already have bulky cameras (a7x) and they’re fantastic, but on that segment I prefer a more compact system.
A7II or A7rII/A9? Admin, we need info! 😉
Sealing is as strong as the weakest link. The top of the camera (most likely to get water on) is the least sealed, with the dial not being sealed at all. Very logical
As logical as your reply. Gaskets may not be necessary if tolerances are tight, basic engineering. I think he mentioned this point!
You’re surely not expecting people to actually read something before giving their ill-informed opinions, are you?
This may sound cliche but you’re the weakest link.
I have never shot in the rain without my nice hydrophobia or the simple plastic camera cover every shop seems to sell. Even when using the 5DIII or 1Dc, specs are nice, reality is usually something else and I don’t want to do in the field quality tests wen the nearest camera repair shop is 200 miles away.
Good idea, redundancy is always the best method of preserving your equipment.
First, you clearly didn’t read. Second, I don’t see any “claims” from Sony about the A7 II (correct me if I am wrong). Third, the a7/r which was supposed to be “dust and moisture resistant” did just fine under the tap (see video). Fourth, Sony rarely advertises any resistance, but its gear is plenty tough (see article).
http://www.swiatobrazu.pl/sony_dslr_a900_at_dakar_rally.html
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A7hvJTGW4BA
Nice camera. Now look at what Canon achieved with their M3. Laughable. Well no, I cant even laugh about it. Actually I find it sad.
When Canon releases the large sensor mirrorless sony will be out of business forever.
Hopefully Canon will have learned from their last attempt at mirrorless cameras… 😉
The technology was so advanced that the government forced Canon to pull it off the market to avoid an industry wide crash.
Yeah, that’s what it was… SMH
Imaging technology so advanced the government feared it would fall into the hands of terrorists and be used against Amerika.
Yes the government of japan feared it would lead north korea 40 years ahead into the 1990’s.
That is the best one I have ever heard, RLOL.
Si
Please don’t hurt their feelings, Sony fanboys are just minors 🙂
Seriously, I’m awaiting Canon’s answer to the pro mirrorless market. So much that my last two lens purchases were Canon EF mount. Using the Metabones IV on E-Mount until Canon serves up a more stable offering without adapters. I’d switch back to Canon tomorrow if they had a pro grade mirrorless native EOS EF mount body. I’d stay with A-Mount if Sony would support it and give high MP to the a99.
The ONLY thing going to save Sony is the IBIS. That will not be something I walk away from easily. So the jury is out until I see who makes the best pro mirrorless for my needs. Sony better get some high MP and fully articulating LCD on the a9.
Also watching Samsung. Really like the aggressiveness. Would love to see them full frame or something between FF and Leica S2. Bring on that big mirrorless man!
10 years later …….
Flashback October 2012: “When Canon releases the APS-C mirrorless sony will be out of business forever.”
I hope you don’t deal in shares, your predictions aren’t very accurate.
Well, positive news but less comments.
So who makes the 400 or so comments on SAR in previous posts?
And why is this site becoming overly commercial.
Between the hits of an SR2 rumor and the Amazon links…one factual post.
And what is the meaning of life?
Sony must not screw up the A7000.
42. You know that.
Sharpshooter posted 380 troll comments on that one
MyContentSites was banned, that’s why.