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Sony a7R II vs Sony a7R III
The Sony a7R II and the Sony a7R III side by side, computed from this guide's catalogue.
Which to pick
Pick the Sony a7R III if you want a newer model (2017 against 2015), which usually means better autofocus and video. On these specs the Sony a7R II has no clear advantage: choose it if the price, the handling or a lens you own decides it.
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Specs side by side
| Spec | Sony a7R II | Sony a7R III |
|---|---|---|
| Maker | Sony | Sony |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Sensor | Full frame, 36 x 24 mm | Full frame, 36 x 24 mm |
| Crop factor | 1× | 1× |
| Resolution | 42.4 MP | 42.4 MP |
| Stabilisation | in the body | in the body |
| Announced | 2015 | 2017 |
| Type | mirrorless camera | mirrorless camera |
| Weight | not listed | 657 g |
| Lenses in this guide | 278 for its sensor, 125 more with a crop | 278 for its sensor, 125 more with a crop |
Sensor size
Crop factors: Sony a7R II 1×, Sony a7R III 1×.
What a 50mm frames like
Both have the same sensor size, so a 50mm lens frames the same on each: like 50mm on full frame.
Lenses
Both take Sony E lenses, so a lens bought for one works on the other: 278 lenses in this guide cover both sensors.
The Sony a7R II: 278 Sony E lenses in this guide cover its sensor. The Sony a7R III: 278 Sony E lenses in this guide cover its sensor.