Sony a7R V vs Sony a99 II
This is a full comparison between the cameras Sony a7R V and Sony a99 II. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Sony.
Sony a7R V were released 2022 and Sony a99 II was released 2016. That is a 6 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Sony a7R V | 2022 |
Sony a99 II | 2016 |
Type of camera
Sensors / crop factor
Both these cameras have the same sorts of sensor (called "Sony Full Frame") which means that if you compare these cameras side by side the lenses will also have the same experienced focal length. Since both cameras have a Full frame sensor there will be no crop factor.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Sony a7R V | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Sony a99 II | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Sony)
Resolution
Sony a7R V has a 60 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a99 II has 42 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Sony a7R V |
60 MP
60217344 pixels 9504 x 6336 |
Sony a99 II |
42 MP
42177408 pixels 7952 x 5304 |
Sony a7R V has a 43 % larger resolution than Sony a99 II. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Sony a7R V has a larger ISO-range than Sony a99 II. Sony a7R V has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 32000 while Sony a99 II has 100 to 25600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Sony a7R V | 100-32000 |
Sony a99 II | 100-25600 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a7R V
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a99 II
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Sony a7R V can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds and Sony a99 II can shoot up to 12 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Sony a7R V | 10 |
Sony a99 II | 12 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Sony a7R V and Sony a99 II can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Sony a99 II weighs 849 gr (equal to 1.87 lb) which is 17% heavier than Sony a7R V and its 723 gr (or 1.59 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Sony a7R V | 723 gr 1.59 lb |
Sony a99 II | 849 gr 1.87 lb |
Sony a7R V vs Sony a99 II Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Sony a7R V and Sony a99 II, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Sony a7R V |
Sony a99 II |
Name | Sony a7R V | Sony a99 II |
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Sony a7R V |
Sony a99 II |
Release Year | 2022 | 2016 |
Release Date | 2022-10-26 | 2016-09-19 |
MSRP | 3899 USD | 3199 USD |
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Camera Type |
Sony a7R V |
Sony a99 II |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | SLT |
Sensor |
Sony a7R V |
Sony a99 II |
Sensor Size | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Resolution | 9504 x 6336 pixels | 7952 x 5304 pixels |
Megapixels | 60 MP | 42 MP |
Image Processor | BIONZ XR | Bionz X |
Image |
Sony a7R V |
Sony a99 II |
ISO Range | 100 - 32000 | 100 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 9 | 10 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
Yes (Sensor-Shift (5-axis for stills and video)) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 8 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Sony a7R V |
Sony a99 II |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 693 | 399 |
Lens Mount |
Sony E See Compatible Lenses |
Sony A See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
Full frame No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Full frame No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Sony a7R V |
Sony a99 II |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.2” | 3” |
Screen dots | 2100000 | 1228800 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | WhiteMagic TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.9x | 0.78x |
Viewfinder Resolution | 9440000 | N/A |
Photography features |
Sony a7R V |
Sony a99 II |
Frames per second | 10 fps | 12 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | No |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Sony a7R V |
Sony a99 II |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 H.265 XAVC-S XAVC-HS |
MPEG4 XAVC-S AVCHD |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 7680 x 4320 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Sony a7R V |
Sony a99 II |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash Express SD/SDHC |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Sony a7R V |
Sony a99 II |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac 2x2 MIMO + Bluetooth 5.0) |
Yes Built-in (802.11/b/g/n with NFC) |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone) | Yes (wired, wireless, or smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Sony a7R V |
Sony a99 II |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-FZ100 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
NP-FM500H lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 530 shots | 490 shots |
Width | 131 mm | 143 mm |
Height | 97 mm | 104 mm |
Depth | 82 mm | 76 mm |
Weight | 723 gram | 849 gram |