Hasselblad Lunar Limited Edition
| Industry | Consumer electronics |
|---|---|
| Founded | May 7, 1946 in Tokyo, Japan |
| Products | Digital cameras, electronics |
| Website | www |
The Sony α NEX-7 is a digital camera introduced by Sony on 24 August 2011. As a mirrorless interchangeable lens camera, it provides a more compact design compared to conventional digital single-lens reflex cameras, while retaining an APS-C-sized image sensor. Aimed at skilled photographers, enthusiasts, and professionals, it was later replaced by the ILCE-6000 (α6000) model.
Features
Crafted for advanced photographers, the Sony NEX-7 boasts a 24.3 megapixel APS-C sensor, supports 1920×1080p video capture at 60 frames per second using the AVCHD 2 format, and enables continuous shooting at 10 fps. Its sturdy chassis is constructed from magnesium alloy and includes a 2.4 million-dot XGA OLED electronic viewfinder.
Primary specifications include:
- 24 megapixel APS-C CMOS image sensor
- ISO range from 100 to 16000
- 2.4 million-dot OLED Electronic Viewfinder (EVF)
- Electronic first-curtain shutter for enhanced responsiveness
- Full HD 1080p video recording at 60 fps with integrated stereo microphone
- Rear screen with tilting capability
- Integrated flash and alpha hotshoe mount
- Infrared remote control sensor
- Input for external microphones
Reception
Although production was delayed due to the 2011 floods in Thailand, the α NEX-7 received widespread praise from both reviewers and consumers, often experiencing rapid sell-outs in regions such as Hong Kong. Esteemed outlets like DPreview.com and PhotographyBlog awarded it their highest accolades, achieving the best rating ever given to an APS-class camera. Additionally, the α NEX-7 earned the Best Camera distinction at the Camera Grand Prix 2012, selected by a panel of 57 professional journalists from the Camera Journal Press Club.
Image quality
Upon release, the Sony Alpha NEX-7 delivered superior image quality within the mirrorless interchangeable-lens compact category as evaluated by DxO Labs. It stood as Sony’s flagship APS-C sensor camera. With DxOMark Overall Scores of 74 (α65), 78 (α77), and 81 (NEX-7), its sensor performance was comparable to DSLR models such as the Nikon D7000 (score of 80) and Pentax K-5 (score of 82).
Hasselblad Lunar
In September 2012, Sony collaborated with Swedish manufacturer Hasselblad to unveil the Lunar at photokina 2012 held in Cologne, Germany. While based on the Sony NEX-7’s core technology, the Lunar featured unique exterior styling and customized menu options. Hasselblad later introduced a limited edition Lunar version in January 2014, restricted to just 200 units.