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What are the best full-frame mirrorless cameras?

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2 Options ConsideredPriceWi-FiImage stabilization
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Sony a7R II
$3200YesSensor-shift
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Panasonic Lumix G7
$598YesNone
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Sony a7R II

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Bryan
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Excellent image quality

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The camera has a 42MP BSI-CMOS sensor. Both in good light and low light, whether you're shooting in RAW or JPEG, the images have excellent detail. You can check out detailed studio tests over at DPReview.
Bryan
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Good 4K video

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The camera can capture 4K30 (at up to 100Mbps), 1080p60 and 720p120 video internally and save to XAVC S with S-Log2 color profile. The video is detailed with little noise both in good light and in low light. It's worth noting that 4K video is slightly better when shooting using the Super 35 re...
Bryan
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Great Auto ISO implementation

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Bryan
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The camera can be used while it's charging over USB

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Bryan
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Has a completely silent mode

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If set up to use electronic shutter, the camera makes zero noise.
Bryan
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Good video shooting tools

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The camera has a zebra and focus peaking tools allowing you to monitor focus and exposure while shooting.
Bryan
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Excellent AF point coverage

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399 phase-detect AF points and additional 25 contrast-detect AF points.
Bryan
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Great dynamic range

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Bryan
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In-body image stabilization

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Bryan
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Good AF for video

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Camera's autofocus is fast and decisive. And it allows a good degree of control over how it behaves. You can adjust the focusing speed as well as sensitivity.
Bryan
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Excellent low-light capabilities

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The camera has class-leading high ISO capabilities. A look at real-world high ISO shots can be found here.
Bryan
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Good noise reduction control

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Bryan
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Face detection AF for video

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Bryan
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Flat color profile available for increased dynamic range

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A flat color profile captures footage in low contrast and higher dynamic range allowing for easier color grading in post-production.
Bryan
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Excellent continuous AF

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Both in good light and in low light.
Bryan
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Continuous shooting is limited to 5fps

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With 5 frames per second the camera lags behind other cameras. If you're looking to shoot sports, this camera might not be the best choice.
Bryan
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Cumbersome menu system

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The camera has a plethora of poorly organized menu items.
Bryan
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Lacks in-camera RAW conversion

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Bryan
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Continuous shooting is at a reduced dynamic range

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Bryan
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Lacks direct control over autofocus points

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Bryan
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Poor battery life

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Bryan
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Eye-AF and Lock-on AF is not available in video

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Bryan
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Limited selection of native lenses

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Sony has a comparatively little selection of lenses and while you can add an adapter to use lenses from other manufacturers, that choice comes at the expense of some functionality.
Bryan
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Eye-AF and Lock-on AF is not available for 3rd party lenses

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Bryan
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Screen is not touch sensitive

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Switching AF points could be simplified by having a touchscreen.
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Panasonic Lumix G7

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