Sony α NEX-7 Brochure & Specs page 6

Indulge in sophisticated imaging technology
New 24.3 megapixel Exmor™ APS HD CMOS sensor
Enjoy breathtaking image quality in Furthermore, dual noise reduction
almost any lighting, thanks to Sony's significantly reduces noise during analog
new proprietary Exmor APS HD CMOS and digital signal conversion to ensure
sensor with astounding 24.3 megapixel smooth, crystal-clear reproduction
resolution. The sensor's extra-large even in low-light conditions. Discover
surface area raises sensitivity in low-light the dramatic difference that rich detail,
conditions and strengthens background accurate color and smooth tonal
defocusing effects so you can add gradations can make.
depth and drama to virtually any scene.
1/2.4 sensor
(common in compact digital cameras)
The APS-C size sensor is more than 13x larger than
1/2.4-size sensors, 3.1x larger than 13.2 x 8.8 mm sensors,
and 1.6x larger than MICRO Four Thirds™ sensors,
resulting in much higher image quality and sensitivity.
Dramatically improved BIONZ ® image processing engine
Blazing fast BIONZ ® processor has been shooting or Full HD movie shooting, it
optimized to bring out the full potential effortlessly handles the vast information
of the new Exmor APS HD CMOS image generated by the 24.3 megapixel
sensor. Utilizing powerful algorithms, it CMOS sensor as well as other processor
transforms RAW data from the sensor intensive tasks such as advanced digital
into beautiful images with extremely compositing. Moreover, RAW image noise
accurate color and rich tonal gradations reduction complements dual noise
throughout the entire dynamic range. reduction in the sensor to deliver images
Even during ultra-high-speed continuous of superb quality with extremely low noise.
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Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor
23.5 x 15.6 mm
MICRO Four Thirds™ sensor
13.2 x 8.8 mm sensor
High sensitivity and broad ISO range
Virtually any lighting conditions can be Use a low sensitivity setting and slow
mastered with NEX-7 thanks to extremely shutter speed to photograph the flow
high ISO sensitivity and wide-ranging of a river. Or clearly shoot athletes
settings from 100 to 16000 — a range competing indoors with a high sensitivity
of 7 1/3 EV steps. Even when shooting setting and high shutter speed. In regular
in dimly lit conditions without a flash or shooting conditions, the Auto ISO mode
tripod, extremely low-noise, high-quality can automatically choose the optimal
image capturing and processing ensure ISO setting between ISO 100 and 1600
outstanding results. You can capture the or between any range you choose to
mood of a candlelit wedding ceremony customize for creative results.
with a high sensitivity setting.
E 50mm F1.8 OSS (SEL50F18), 1/5 sec., F8, ISO 3200, Auto white balance
ISO 1600 ISO 6400 ISO 16000
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