Sony NEX-7

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 37 expert reviews

Excellent:

19
Good:

14
Average:

2
Bad:

2

Pros:

Compact body.
24-megapixel resolution.
Articulating LCD.

Cons:

So-so kit lens.
Proprietary hot shoe.

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Last revision on August 21, 2013

Reviewers Liked

Compact body
24-megapixel resolution
Articulating LCD
Crisp OLED EVF
Built-in flash
1080p60 video recording
Outstanding stills
Excellent noise-handling characteristics
Attractive, compact design
Ample lens options
Excellent control setup
PASM modes for movie shooting
Extremely high resolution (24.3MP)
Full HD 50p and 25p video recording
Excellent photo quality

Reviewers Didn't Like

So-so kit lens
Proprietary hot shoe
Not as good at high ISO as other NEX cameras
Easy to start recording video unintentionally
Expensive
GUI has a definite learning curve
No built-in IS
Requires lens with OIS
Annoying file structure for video and stills
Slightly confusing menu interface
Small high quality lens library
Bracketing limited to +/-0.3 or +/-0.7EV
Poor menu layout and organisation
Movie button easy to accidentally press
AF struggles in poor light, Limited selection of native E-mount lenses
ISO 3,200 and beyond unsuitable for large prints
User interface can be overwhelming; menu system still needs work
Redeye a problem

Expert reviews and ratings

Video Review: Sony's new Alpha NEX-7 Digital Camera is designed to compete with the current crop of digital SLR cameras, and Gadget PrOnners Rob Delaney and Matt Mira review the...

By G4tv.com on June 22, 2012

100

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By IT Pro Portal on June 17, 2012

The NEX-7 is certainly a great little compact system camera and one that comes closest to the performance and features of a DSLR – something I am quite sure endear it to many advanced and enthusiast photographers. Certainly the electronic...

By theregister.co.uk on May 17, 2012

Sony's high-end mirrorless camera, the Alpha NEX-7 is a top performer brimming with features, but a camera of this caliber deserves a better kit lens....

By PC Mag on April 25, 2012

In terms of video, Sony is quickly positioning itself as a leader in the interchangeable lens camera market. The NEX-7, like the NEX-5N before it, handled our performance tests with ease, offering some of the sharpest video we've seen from an...

By CamcorderInfo on March 30, 2012

If you’re looking for a camera that’ll last for years and has tons of options to help you grow as a photographer, buy the Sony alpha NEX-7....

By Digital Trends on March 27, 2012

We can’t help but to think that Sony has itself a really compelling camera system with its NEX family. On the consumer side, the NEX-5n and NEX-C3 bring excellent image quality with beginner friendly point-and-shoot controls to less advanced...

By Camera Gear Guide on March 27, 2012

The Sony NEX-7 is a high specification mirrorless system camera with a high resolution sensor, high speed shooting, quick performance and an excellent OLED viewfinder. It is capable of taking detailed colourful photos in a variety of situations with...

By ePHOTOzine on March 09, 2012

Ever since the NEX range was launched, photography enthusiasts have been waiting for a model that would exploit its potential to the full and the NEX-7 finally delivers on that promise. What makes the difference is the outstandingly good electronic...

By Camera Labs on March 01, 2012

100

Supreme picture quality and uncompromised DSLR-like control in a truly compact body...

By Stuff on March 01, 2012

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