Sony a7r II Review - Dynamic Range Compared to Canon 5DsR, Canon 1Dx and Nikon D810

Sony a7r II Review – Dynamic Range Compared to Canon 5DsR, Canon 1Dx and Nikon D810

September 21, 2015 ·

Michael Tapes

Publishers Note: A few weeks ago I was in conversation with Michael Tapes about the NEW Sony A7R II camera and the dynamic range that this new camera and sensor is capable of – especially when compared to other popular DSLR cameras.

If any of you know Michael, you will know he is a very meticulous in his processes and methods. First off, he is an excellent photographer. He is known best for his WhiBal, FocusTune and LensAlign products. These are incredibly useful tools for photographers. His main focus with his products and photography, in general, is to get the most out of the image and to make sure the color balance and focus are accurate.

As we spoke, he discussed a method he’d like to try to test the dynamic range of the new Sony sensor used in the A7R II. I suggested that the only way this could be done well was to do a comparison. I have always seen that once you have something to compare something else with you have a reference for true evaluation. He agreed a...

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Michael Tapes

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Michael is a life-long photographer, inventor, and designer of professional audio and photographic products. He owns and operates Michael Tapes Design, well known for their innovative products LensAlign, FocusTune, WhiBal and Instant JPEG from RAW. As both a teacher and student, Michael continues to explore the boundaries where art and technology meet.