The Sony A77II Digital SLR Camera (Body Only) is a high-performance APS-C DSLR using Translucent Mirror Technology (SLT), ideal for enthusiasts and semi-pros.
Overview
The Sony A77II (ILCA-77M2), released in June 2014, features a 24.3MP APS-C Exmor CMOS sensor and BIONZ X processor, delivering sharp images up to ISO 25,600. Its 79-point phase-detection AF (15 cross-type) excels in low light (-2EV), and it shoots at 12 fps for up to 60 JPEGs. With a 3-inch tilting LCD (1.23M dots), 2.36M-dot OLED EVF, Wi-Fi/NFC, and 1080p video, it’s a versatile A-mount camera with a 1-year warranty, per Digital Photography Review.
Specifications
- Sensor: 24.3MP APS-C Exmor CMOS
- Processor: BIONZ X
- AF: 79-point phase-detection (15 cross-type)
- Burst: 12 fps (60 JPEGs, 26 RAW)
- ISO: 100–25,600
- Video: Full HD 1080p (60p/30p)
- Display: 3” tilting LCD (1.23M dots), 0.5” OLED EVF (2.36M dots)
- Size: 5.6” W x 4.1” H x 3.2” D
- Weight: ~1.6 lbs (732g, body-only)
- Care: Wipe with microfiber cloth
Pros
- Fast Autofocus: 79-point AF covers 40% of the frame, excelling for sports and tracking, per Imaging Resource.
- High Burst Rate: 12 fps for 60 JPEGs outperforms rivals like Canon 70D (7 fps), per Photography Blog.
- Sharp Images: 24.3MP sensor delivers 36×48-inch prints at ISO 100, per Imaging Resource.
- Flexible LCD: 3-way tilting LCD aids creative angles, per What Digital Camera.
- Value for Money
Cons
- Limited A-Mount Lenses: Fewer modern options; Sigma lenses scarce, per Digital Photography Review.
- Heavy: ~1.6 lbs feels bulky vs. mirrorless (e.g., Sony A6000, 0.76 lbs), per Trusted Reviews.
- Weak Wi-Fi App: PlayMemories app is slow and limited, per Amazon.
- Aging Tech: 2014 release lacks modern AF refinements, per Amateur Photographer.
Capacity and Performance
- Size: 5.6 x 4.1 x 3.2 inches, compact for DSLRs but larger than mirrorless, per B&H Photo. Knuckle clearance suits larger lenses.
- Durability: Dust- and moisture-sealed magnesium alloy body withstands light rain, per Amazon reviews. Users report 5+ years of use
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