Sony ILCA-77M2

MPN: ILCA77M2.CEC  |  EAN: 4056572580422  |  Model: ILCA-77M2

Price Information

£876.05

as at 25 Sep 19 | 12:40 AM CET

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Choosist's Ratings

Sony ILCA-77M2 - ILCA77M2.CEC Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
DSLR Camera
Very Good
Basic Skill Level (Video)
Outstanding
Intermediate Skill Level (Video)
Outstanding
Basic Skill Level (Photo)
Very Good
Intermediate Skill Level (Photo)
Outstanding
Advanced Skill Level (Photo)
Just Right
Home Videos
Outstanding
Landscape Photography
Outstanding
Everyday Life Photography
Outstanding
Vlogging
Outstanding
High FPS Videos
Outstanding
Events Photography
Very Good
Film Making
Very Good
Sports Photography
Outstanding
Low-light Videos
Outstanding
Underwater Photography
Outstanding
Travel
Outstanding
Event Videos
Outstanding
Wildlife Photography
Outstanding
Astronomy Photography
Very Good
WiFi Connectivity
Outstanding
Professional Looks
Outstanding
Regular Looks
Outstanding
Bluetooth Connectivity
Outstanding
Camera Body Only
Very Good

Kind of Camera

This ILCA-77M2 DSLR offers a larger and more refined set of options for capturing those beautiful moments exactly the way you want to, compared to simpler counterparts like the compacts.

Photography Skillset

Keeping it simple - For someone who is not too bothered about technicalities, this Sony device works!

For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the ILCA-77M2 is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 79 "Auto Focus points" that this camera comes with.

To get your photos to the quality and spec that your high standards require, your camera should provide you with sufficient controls and tools to achieve this. One example is the range of Auto Focusing Modes that is available on the camera and the ILCA-77M2 does have a good set of options that caters for photographers with high skill levels.

Video skill level

Just a beginner - Whether you're just starting to develop some expertise or you only record videos from time to time, then the Sony ILCA-77M2 will satisfy your needs..

Even though recording videos is a passion, you're not necessarily looking to go pro. You're content with making tweaks to a couple of settings to suit the shot you're about to take. The ILCA-77M2 is very accessible which makes it suitable for this.

Video Scenarios

For those special occasions, this Sony camera is a great companion as you traverse the floor. It comes with an Image Stabilizer which helps maintain a steady shot while recording.

Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Sony ILCA-77M2 is a great companion to have.

Self made video content - Whether its in a specialist niche or broad subject area, video content is king (or queen) these days. With an image sensor size of 23.5 x 15.6 mm (mm), this camera can deliver really good image quality in your videos. It's also got Wi-Fi so if you can still make your transfers even if you're not with your cables.

Shooting your next scene - This camera has a sensor size of 23.5 x 15.6 mm mm which plays a large roles in handling various lighting scenarios.

Other Video needs

If you're looking for that silky-smooth rendering of your videos, this camera has got it as its able to handle 60FPS at 1080p resolutions.

Low light recording can be tricky, however this camera has got what it takes to help you through that. This is because its minimum aperture number combined with it's maximum ISO sensitivity can produce crispy images with minimal noise.

Photo Scenarios

In taking those celestial photographs, the image sensor size a key component which measures at 23.5 x 15.6 mm (mm) for this particular camera model. You'll also want to shoot using the RAW file format to maximise the details you capture. Good news is, this camera supports that format!

As you go about your business each day, there are moments or situations that come up that you'll want to capture on camera. The Sony ILCA-77M2 makes for a great partner for taking those everyday shots, whether planned or spontaneous. 

Its important to ensure the celebrant (or special guests) are in clear view in every photo taken. Keeping them in focus while they're moving about is one of the great features that comes with the ILCA-77M2.

The thrilling action of sports is filled with magical moments that shouldn't be missed. Which is why by taking the ILCA-77M2 for those games, you'll have a camera that can effectively track subjects in frame while they are in motion.

Sea-life is always breathtaking. With this camera from Sony, you can expect to produce vivid images that showcases the unique tone that are found with photographs taken underwater.

Whether on holiday or exploring new places, this camera from Sony is a great choice. Taking photos of what's around you - near and far - with the ILCA-77M2 is a breeze.

From ants to zebras, a camera for nature's mosaic needs to have a great image sensor which is why the 23.5 x 15.6 mm (mm) that comes with this model works well for this scenario. It comes with a Continuous Shooting Mode allowing you to take successive shots rapidly. 

Composing photographs of landscapes is subject to the lighting conditions that you're faced with. The 23.5 x 15.6 mm(mm) Image Sensor Size on this model play a big role in this. Also, the Sony ILCA-77M2 has a variety of scene modes which can be selected to suit the shot you're preparing to take.

Other considerations

Transferring your shots from your camera to another device is made even more convenient with the in-built Wi-FI capability of this camera.

Style

This device showcases a refined taste in mobile devices due to clean lines and a premium look.

Whether you want to blend in, or have a camera that doesn’t attract unwanted attention, the basic design of the ILCA-77M2 fits the bill.

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Technical Specifications

Sony ILCA-77M2 - ILCA77M2.CEC Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Camera Type DSLR
Product Colour Black
Camera
Anti-dust Function Yes
Aperture Priority AE Yes
Brightness Adjustment Yes
Camera File System DCF 2.0, Exif 2.3
Image Formats Supported EXIF, JPG, RAW
Panorama Mode Yes
Photo Effects 1
Saturation Adjustment Yes
Scene Modes Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Sports Action, Sunset, Night Portrait, Night Scene, Hand-held Twilight
Scene Modes Present Yes
Self-timer Delay 2, 10 s
White Balance Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Color Temperature Filter, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Day White), Fluorescent (Daylight), Fluorescent (Warm White), Incandescent, Shade
Flash
Built-in Flash Yes
External Flash Connector Yes
Flash Exposure Correction ±3EV (1/2; 1/3 EV step)
Flash Modes Auto, Fill-in, Flash off, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash Sync-speed 0.004 s
Focusing
Auto Focus Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Lock Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Points 79
Auto Focus (AF) Points Selection 1
Auto Focusing (AF) Modes Continuous Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus
Face Detection Yes
Focus Adjustment Auto/Manual
Focusing Distance 30
Manual Focus Yes
Tracking Focus 1
Light Exposure
ISO Sensitivity 50, 100, 12800, 25600, 51200
ISO Sensitivity (max) 51200
ISO Sensitivity (min) 50
Light Exposure Control Program AE
Light Exposure Correction ±5EV (1/2; 1/3 EV step)
Light Exposure Modes Aperture priority AE, Auto, Manual, Shutter priority AE
Light Metering Centre-weighted, Evaluative (Multi-pattern), Spot
Manual Exposure Yes
Shutter
Camera Shutter Speed 30 - 1/8000 s
Continuous Shooting Mode Yes
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed 1/8000 s
Shutter Priority AE Yes
Shutter Speed (photo) 30 - 1/8000 s
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed 30 s
Video
Camcorder Media Type Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™, Memory Stick PRO Duo™, Memory Stick XC-HG Duo, SD, SDHC, SDXC
Full HD Yes
HD Type Full HD
Maximum Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels
Supported Aspect Ratios 3:2, 16:9
Video Formats Supported AVCHD 2.0, MP4
Video Recording Yes
Video Resolutions 640 x 480, 1280 x 720, 1440 x 1080, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Audio
Audio Formats Supported AAC, AC3, LC-AAC, MP4
Audio System Dolby Digital
Built-in Microphone Yes
Headphone Output Type 3.5
Headphone Outputs 1
Microphone In Yes
Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
Voice Recording Yes
Lens System
Digital Zoom 4 x
Extra/Smart Zoom 2 x
Interchangeable Lens Present 1
Lens Mount Interface Sony A
Storage
Compatible Memory Cards MS PRO Duo, MS Pro-HG, MS XC-HG Duo, SD, SDHC, SDXC
Display
Built-in Display Yes
Display LCD
Display Diagonal 3 "
Display Resolution (numeric) 2359296 pixels
Field Of View 100 %
Flip-out Screen Yes
Live View Yes
Vari-angle LCD Display Yes
Viewfinder
Diopter Adjustment (D-D) -4 - 3
Diopter Correction Yes
Electronic Viewfinder Yes
Viewfinder Screen Size 0.5 "
Viewfinder Type Electronic
Sensor
Image Sensor Size (W X H) 23.5 x 15.6 mm
Megapixel 24.3 MP
Sensor Format Cropped
Sensor Type CMOS
Total Megapixels 24.7 MP
Technical Details
Image Processor BIONZ X
Self-timer Yes
Other Features
Stabilizer Yes
Ports & Interfaces
HDMI (Micro) Ports Quantity 1
HDMI Connector Type D
HDMI Ports Quantity Yes
USB 2.0 (Micro USB) Ports Quantity 1
USB 2.0 Connectors 1
USB Connector Micro-USB
USB Connector Type B
USB Version 2.0
Battery
Battery Capacity 1650 mAh
Battery Life (CIPA Standard) 480 shots
Battery Type NP-FM500H
Number Of Batteries Supported 1
Power Source Type Battery
Networking
Near Field Communication (NFC) Yes
Wi-Fi Yes
Packaging Content
Batteries Included Yes
Battery Charger Included Yes
Cables Included Micro-USB
Weight & Dimensions
Depth 80.9 mm
Height 104.2 mm
Weight 647 g
Weight (including Battery) 726 g
Width 142.6 mm
Picture Quality
Maximum Image Resolution 6000 x 4000 pixels
Still Image Resolution(s) 6000 x 4000, 4240 x 2832, 3008 x 2000, 6000 x 3376, 4240 x 2400, 3008 x 1688, 8192 x 1856, 3872 x 2160, 12416 x 1856, 5536 x 2160