Sony a7IV Review: AMAZING! (vs a7 III)
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- Опубликовано: 6 фев 2025
- Literally nobody was expecting this! Tony & Chelsea Northrup review the Sony a7 IV ($2,600 at sdp.io/a74) against the previous generation camera, the Sony a7 III ($1,900 at sdp.io/a73). They test it for portraits, sports, landscape, travel and wildlife. The new 33 megapixel full-frame mirrorless camera is a BIG upgrade in several ways, but might not be worth the money for some photographers.
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I came here to see this video "one more time" at 4K resolution
😅😂 this comment wins
LOL
thx for reminder 😵
I loved your cameo with Kai!
Haha that was brilliant!!
Haha Kai did it well👍
I just ordered this as my 1st full frame camera ever! Can't wait!
its ok I watched this yesterday..🤣🤣🤣..
:))))
@GilbertTV same here!
I watched a mere 2 minutes and it went down. Poor me.
Same here ☺️
@@alexbucklandphoto I thought this was hilarious & T&C are now off Sony's Christmas card list..🤣
Looks like their A7III aged a bit. It used to take more sharp photos.
I've watched multiple reviews of this camera. Yall highlighted some usability features that others skipped over. Usability is a HUGE deal for many of us working photos! Thank you for taking the time to actually learn the camera outside of the specs.
The focus tracking from 6:47 is quite poor, despite the upbeat narration!
Just a small incremental update as expected. I won't be upgrading my A7III since I use it mainly for landscape, astro and some portraits. I am waiting for the A7RV. I will keep enhancing my lens lineup in the meantime. I just got the 24/1.4 GM and I'm loving it.
Diego, I take it that you love the A7iii. Have you ever had an a6000? That's my first camera, which I've had now for a year or so, and I'm considering upgrading, but I'll admit that I have a bit of imposter syndrome.
@@runhardhooah I do not have any of Sony's APS-C cameras. I have a Fuji XT-4 for some hybrid uses.
Any modern full-frame would be a great upgrade, especially if you shoot in low light frequently. Forget about the impostor syndrome. Experiment with different cameras and setups and get whatever fits your workflow and budget that will advance your photography/videography further. If it is not going to help that cause, then it is not worth getting, it is just an impulse purchase.
@@runhardhooah I have upgraded from the A6000 to the A7iii in 2018. If I were you, I would DEFINITELY get an A7iii in the used market once the A7iv is released. Price will drop dramatically. Pair it with Tampon glass and you have professional looking footage at an affordable price.
@M Tech I think I got really lucky with mine. 700k down and 0 problems.
@@runhardhooah I upgraded from the a6000 to the a7 iii and really liked it. Only downside is the higher price of the lenses, in no time you spent a few thousand...
I'm currently doing sports photography on an A7RII - takes lovely photos but the slow focus kills me. I'd LOVE to get an A9 mkII, but it's way out of my price point for an amateur / occasional paid gig person. I hadn't considered this - it is a lot more in my budget - so really appreciate this review!
For someone who has been thinking about switching from Canon to Sony, the flip screen, menu system and improved auto focus for bird photography is definitely a huge deal. Those three were the things that always worried me about switching from Canon to Sony.
for me it looks a lot more like the R6 in terms of improvement, but with a higher resolution sensor.
The lack of the iv in the front of the camera bothers me for some reason
Why did they do so?
For Asian I think the number 4 equivalent to 13 for the western, so they don't want to show it straight to others?
Me too!
Hahaha...Ummmm...NO. it's a pre-production model! They don't want people knowing what it is....I saw on Fro knows photo that even the meta data says "Sony Camera model"
I have been living in Vietnam for 10 years and I understand the superstitions about the the numbers 4 and 13(I my apartment building its floor 12A instead of 13) I'm not making fun of that at all. It looks like an amazing camera!
@@gregorybeale In my country we have 3A instead of 4 and 13A instead of 14 🤣
This video is so sharp and clear compared to most other videos on RUclips. It's really noticeable.
Maybe captured in standard pp, or maybe s cinetone.
Cause Tony has stopped down.
Its the 60fps on youtube, it has a way higher bitrate and more uncompressed guideframes, i wish more knew this and care about it. RUclipsr need to get off of the CiNeMaTiC BS-train
@@Soundwave857 I know he has said in the past he uses 60fps. Didn't realise it was that the was making the difference. Once I get the new Macbook, will give it a try.
Great video 👍 and finally flip screen... 💃💃💃 does it use the same battery 🔋?
yep same big battery as a7iii
I am definitely getting a 7R IV off Amazon and starting a new hobby
I've already watched this video yesterday 🤣🤣🤣..
Now I'm seeing it for the second time 😂😂😂
I know u didn't finish watching it before it was deleted 🙄🙄🙄
@@endowpictures22 I've finished watching 😅 as I used 1.75x speed 😅
Some guy(s) must have been really quick to download it while online, and then re-upload it to a "safe harbor" later. It could be googled and uploaded in full length from a 1-click hoster, for example.
I have this video on my pc from yesterday. Thanks for the reupload.
lmfaoooooo
Great info! I'm thinking about joining team Sony. I mostly shoot talking head footage in 4k 30. I am debating between the a7IV and Cannon (R6?). My only hesitancy is that, side-by-side, the Cannon footage seems to have punchier, more vibrant colors and skin tones out of camera. However, colors look good in this video! Do you think that I can achieve Canon (or better) colors out of camera (without grading)? Thanks again!
Yes you'll be able to match Canon colour science with a slight adjustment of tint or contrast etc. Plus you can create your own colour profiles etc. So I would 100% get the Sony because there's no 30 min record limit. Sometimes talking heads go over, and it's such a pain.
Look at EOSHD. This guy has LUTS that pretty much have hacked the Sony’s to look like Canon. Another great option, and one I prefer is the Leaming LUT. This is more of a corrective LUT vs a creative lot like the EOSHD. I prefer Leeming LUT personally.
@@BryanSnider Leeming LUT has saved me so much time and works so well!
@@jambononi ever heard of the Canon R5 C?
@@bahaatamer1245 well it literally got announced last week and my comment was 2 months ago so yes, I have now heard of the Canon r5c 😅
Yes, they have FINALLY released a camera that can record over 30 mins haha. But yeah, looks genuinely really good!
Im seriously considering switching to sony from my nikon d780. I am a wedding photographer. do you think it would be a good switch?
If you nailed with that, you cant go wrong with any modern cameras.
At 6:50, no mention of that video loosing focus more than once while she walks towards the camera 🤨
Tony and Chelsea this is another great review. Now I have a big dillema. Do I go for the original A9 OR A7IV for running dog photography? A9 has 20FPS BUT A7IV has more resolution for larger prints. NOT sure how autofocus compares between those two. Which one would you get as paid dog photographer?
A9 definitely.the only reason to choose a7iv over the a9 is the video aspect,a9 is lack of PP but if you dont color grade or even dont do video,then a9 will be a better choice.24mp vs 33mp isnt that difference,almost unnoticeable.but the AF and fps of a9 is just way ahead of a7iv.they say it (a7iv) has the same autofocus system as a1 but it’s not,it just has the same phase detection number.but the AF/AE calculation is nowhere near a9,let alone a1.(a7iii is 20 calculation per second,a9 is 60 calculation/s and a1 is 120 calculation/s) it might improve a bit from a7iii but still doesnt even close to a9.
@@rizatamin thank you for your comment🙌 As I’m not interested in video I think I will go for A9 and with time get another body with higher resolution. I like to have 2 different lenses on the shoot anyway 😆😀
At 6:47 , the video is so out of focus. Then what's up with improved AF?
A7iv or A7c? Witch one has the best focus system? I need that quick eye animal detection.
both have great AF, a7iv is just better overall because of improvements like menu/active ibis/4k60
I want to be a photographer someday like you guys 📸📸📸
Love Sony as a company. I have been using the Sony a7II for several years and love the photos it produces in portraits, sports and wildlife.
Wait. Are you guys at Harkness Park in Connecticut?
if it would had 4k60 without CROP it would be great. I don‘t care for 33MP I want 4k60 Full Frame
100%-I don't want to be changing lenses to get similar shots in slow motion :(
only a7S3 & FX3 make unhindered 4k60 correct?
Did you have a chance to check the reliability of the eye focus (not if the camera detects the eye - if the focus is indeed on the iris or front focus to eye lashes / brows)?
R6 vs A74 vs Pixel 6 pro. do those expensive toys really that much better than (I can't believe am saying this) a cellphone?
Yes & no, depends on needs, low light quality is way better with large sensor cameras but they can't fit into a pocket or make phone calls.
hello, is the a7iv good for birds in flight photography? im also looking for good low light conditions as well.
Hi Tony and Chelsea. Great review. Really anxious to see your comparison video of the Sony a7 IV vs. the Canon R6 especially in the bird photography department . Thanks ! 😀
How about test shots of the Sony a7iv 4k crop 60fps with Sony 16-55 f2.8 lens? The new Tamron aps-c Zoom lenses and the Sigma new aps-c Zoom lenses. Also, do several similar tests with Fuji aps-c prime lenses for Sony e-mount: Fuji 16mm f1.4; Sigma 19mm f/2.8; Sigma 30mm f/1.4; Sigma 56mm f/1.4.
You should also include list of equipment i.e. lenses etc you used in the description
Can you put in your descriptions what camera you guys used to film each particular video?
Which camera do you suggest for beginners who want to take good pictures and video both …and which is best for taking pictures of hotels & Airbnb’s…out of A7 III/ A7 IV
Tony need help looking t a Cannon R5 vs the Sony A7 IV. R5 great except for overheating and soon to be replaced supposedly this year. Sony would be a little cheaper and pretty comparable, which would you suggest. Looking for video, street photography an amateur bird and wildlife. Not a professional
Ain't gonna lie that breathing comp is clutch. Wouldn't be surprised if it doesn't even make it into the a7siii because it's only 12mp and not enough res to crop in and out...
ouch good point about resolution, I was hoping it would come in next firmware to A1/a7S3/FX3
Sony releases another new camera.
Me: I'm running out of limbs to sell!
Fool
Change your MO ... start selling other peoples' limbs
🤣
Tony and Chelsea - another great take on a new camera! I just want to say as a long term subscriber I really appreciate all the work you put into your videos. Keep up the great work!
4K 60FPS Cropped at 1.5? I'll be looking at the R6. :-(
5-6 fps for stills if u shoot uncompressed raw lol what a joke...
i come from the future i watched this yesterday
Same. But the title has changed. They called it the baby Sony a1
@@luiscordoba3247 yup... that alone made me super hyped.
Lol yeah I think they unfortunately released it pre embargo
I have seen a lot of reviews comparing the A7IV to the A7III and it seems like no one ever noticed that the embedded jpeg in the RAW file is now full resolution. This is an important thing to include when comparing them because it means a lot of AI culling programs will work a lot better with A7IV raws than they did with A7III raws.
Thanks for your work! Appreciate your reviews!
Another great video. Thanks for doing this!
Thank you for this!
Would be very nice to see a comparison of the A7 IV and the A7R III. Autofocus, dynamic range, noise in low light situations, clarity and so on.
IS is a very personal thing. The IS control loop includes the photographer and the designer cannot possibly design for every photographer. So they have to design for the 'average' camera handler, which depends on the mathematical and mechanical models the designer chooses to use. In recent years this is the CIBA model and that does not agree with a lot of real people, and we see impressive stop number inflation that people do not experience in person. Hopefully this does not turn into the same sort of thing that has been seen in the "designed for test" fuel economy "improvements" in cars. In the end, whether a "designed for CIBA tests" IS is good for someone only that someone can decide after personal testing. If it does not work for you, tough luck as in the future we will only have this type of IS.
Very nice review, Tony & Chelsea. I can tell right off the bat you are extremely knowledgeable on the information.
I have the A7SIII as well as the A7C. I use the A7SIII for shooting my videos and then the A7C is used for my thumbnails as well as recreational photography. I am deciding whether it is worth it to upgrade my A7C to the A7IV -- it will be used primarily for photography.
Though I do not see the A7IV being a good video substitute for my A7SIII as it looks like the A7SIII remains video king -- especially when shooting 4K.
I still cannot decide between the A7 IV and A7R IV. How much better is the AF on the A7 IV over the R?
Wow. The A7III was 2018? I guess I forgot how long ago it came out. Time to upgrade!!
And I love this side-by-side comparison. Very well done!
Kind of amusing then to see that some of their comparison shots yielded a sharper A7III shot. Even when just focusing on a roof.
From 2018 to 2022, 4 years has passed. You have a 4 year old camera. That's definitely not yet old enough for an upgrade! People nowadays call 1-2 year old cameras old and question upgrading - are you mad?! I literally just saw a video titled; '' Is Canon R6 still good today?'' and the video was made couple months ago in June of 2021... Canon R6 was released in July of 2020... THAT'S 11 MONTHS AFTER THE CAMERAS RELEASE!!! Is an 11 month old camera still good?!?! OF-FU*KING-COURSE IT IS!! People are winning photography awards and still doing work with 8, 9 or even 10 year old cameras, while people on RUclips are complaining if their 2-3 (in this case 4) year old camera is still good enough?! What?! I have a 1DXll and I've only just now, two weeks ago, decided to upgrade to the a7IV - NOT BECAUSE 1DXll IS ''OUTDATED,'' because it's not, it produces way better images than the a7IV but because I wanted to finally jump to a mirrorless camera. I don't know what's wrong with people on Instagram and RUclips but you people need a reality check ASAP.
Hi, Between A7 IV and A7R IV which one has speedier autofocus acquisition and better tracking and by how much. please help me to make the buying decision, I feel if the AF performance is equal or close then going for higher resolution is better.
Overall impressed. The video shot of Chelsea walking towards the camera in the garden went blurry twice in 5 seconds.
Best comparison video this far ..
Glad you think so!
Tony and Chelsea! Compare it to the Panasonic S5 please! I would love to see a comparison of those but I didn't see nearly any on RUclips.
I currently have the A7III; would it not be wise to get the A6700 since its autofocus is much faster?
I would be interested to know how the A7IV compares to the A7RIV. The price differential is not great.
Flip out screen, 4k60, new menu, more AF, almost half the amount of megapixels…
You are differentiating on the difference between difference and differential. Differential would mean two people pay different prices for the same product.
@@FrankyFeedler Merriam-Webster
of, relating to, or constituting a difference
Sony A7IV Specs
33MP Full-Frame Exmor R CMOS Sensor
Up to 10 fps Shooting, ISO 100-51200
4K 60p Video in 10-Bit, S-Cinetone
3.68m-Dot EVF with 120 fps Refresh Rate
3" 1.03m-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen LCD
759-Pt. Fast Hybrid AF, Real-time Eye AF
Focus Breathing Compensation
5-Axis SteadyShot Image Stabilization
Creative Looks and Soft Skin Effect
4K 15p UVC/UAC Streaming via USB Type-C
Better focusing better color science
Tony how do you feel it compares to your A7R4 for a general hobbyist doing landscapes and family stuff? I can get price pretty close (A7r4a) and on paper disappointed by the rear screen and EVF of the A7iv but new menus and controls tempting.
One feature that made me upgrade was the fact that you can use it as a webcam now.
I really liked your AF total shots/sharp shots test. How would you say it fares compared to a7R IV? I am sure that there will be a different video on that, but roguhly? Is there a point buying r IV anymore if you do not need that resolution?
Hello sir I want to buy sony a7iv body and like to use canon EF lenses using adapter so in this case does the camera works perfectly like autofocus and IBIS ?
Would you recommend this camera for video?
I would, just keep in mind the limitations like 4k60 crop, 1080p quality & rolling shutter.
Is the A7R III still great camera? I am a amateur photographer who enjoys shooting landscaping, can you give you an idea which one should I buy. A7R III or A7iii?. I am going to pair up with FE 16-35 MM 2.8 G LENS.
Is it recommendable to adapt sigma 24-70 lens A mount to Sony a7R camera with E mount?
thanks 🤗🤗 for your great support or knowledgeable video 🥰 can you please one more help I'm so much confusion in 2 camera canon r6(24-105mm f4-7.1) vs sony a7iv (28-70mm f3.5-5.6) which one is best please suggest 😀
We are looking forward to seeing the comparison between a7RIII and a7IV in term of Dynamic Range. I think this will answer if A7RIII owner should swap to A7IV. So far, the only thing we can see is just the megapixels, the thing that we gonna lose if swap to a7IV.
I second this. Currently I have an A7Riii and an A99ii and I am looking to sell out of A mount (even though it means losing my Zeiss 135mm f/1.8) and going all E mount and I am considering a second A7Riii or an A7iv. Or for a bit more an A7Riv.
Now I am torn between upgrading my canon rp to a r6, or an a7iv. Both have various pros and cons and I don’t know where to go.
Both cameras seem to be pretty awesome in their own rights.
Glad the a7iv finally is arriving to give some real debate in the camera choice at that price point.
Then you can bless me with the RP. Be blessed!
Trade in Canon and get Sony. It’s obvious that Sony will always be ahead technology wise just like focus breathing compensation which no one has or even thought possible. Sony has innovative thinking.
If they are so close that you can't make up your mind, what does it really matter what you choose?
I honestly would make that choice entirely based on lenses. The bodies are very close, but in terms of glass you've got two very different approaches.
are you heavily invested in RF lenses or just got a kit?
nice ... for wildlife , do you suggest A7 IV or A1 ?? ... ignoring the price point
Tony and Chelsea - another great take on a new camera!
This was a pretty quick hit comparison for you guys. Surprising, considering the game changer the A7iii was. No comments about the terrible tracking as Chelsea walked toward the camera!? How about the seemingly loud clackity-clack of the shutter? Compared to A7iii? A9ii? A1? Do you even read any of these comments/questions anymore ?
The surprise was yesterday when the video was leaked.
4:13 Touch screen: "You can turn that off hitting the Trash Button"
Nicely done Sony Development team. I like what you did there.
Touch screens *ARE* nice. So are tactile options.
Strokey-pokey inputs are nice, only for limited inputs.
I connected the HDMI port from my Sony A7 IV to a 4K TV, i see it well, everything all ok. But if I shoot myself eg. Vlog I have everything reversed on the TV screen. This it a big problem for me. I have to discover out how the 'mirror' + 'reverse' mode so that i can see the movements in the correct direction on the TV.
Tony & Chelsea,
If money is not a major factor which would you recommend for all around camera ( Sports, wildlife, family and landscapes on vacation) Sony A7iv, A9-2, or A1? And why?
4K 60p with a 1.5 crop ? Here is what’s really UNBELIEVABLE !!!!
Great review!
These guys seem such a perfect couple. You wouldn't believe how they fight off screen, how often police have to come where they live. They are well known here to our local sheriff.
Haha, I made it up.
Just a reminder to other photogs, A74 is cool but unless you shoot lots of video/have loads of money then it's never been a better time to buy the A73 which is still a terrific camera and the photos are just as good
100% agree. Also 12 mp forces you a bit to compose photos better because you don't want to crop a lot haha ! And a7siii user with tons of money probably looking at this as future b cam if they need b cam
are the crops at the end, around 8:35, labeled backwards? Like, because the A7 III crops look significantly better despite having a significant linear resolution disadvantage
Love that you film at Conn College arboretum. My Alma mater. Beautiful spot.
Nice presentation, thank you!
Can the A7IV be in tracking small flexible spot with animal eye af? My A7RIV seem to not be able to!
I feel so very very sorry for people from 1 year ago that had no option of a7IV, having to choose between a7II and a7III, they were like knights on horses, sweating in heavy heavy armour.
I feel bad for Canon and Nikon that they let themselves tricked by Sony and replaced their lens system.
5:27 you say the A7IV had 40% more sharp shots, shouldn't that be 60% more give or take?
Tony & Chelsea, I have an A7Riiia I use for weddings and portraits mostly. I have been waiting for the A7iV to come out because I need a 2nd camera, specifically for weddings. If I get a good price on the A7R4 it is not much more than the A74. Which would you buy? I don't really need 61mp, is the Autofocus on the A7R4 as good as this new A74? That would probably be my most important factor. Will the buffering while shooting multiple shots be faster on the A74 because of the new CF card slot (and the lower mp (than the R)? Great content and videos, you guys are awesome! Thank You
As a still photographer how does the A74 compare to the AR3A which seems to be about the same price or close to the same price.
How does this compare with the Canon R6? If you are primarily a wildlife photographer, which camera would you buy R6 or the AIV? What if you are bit of hybrid photographer and you need some video?
Looks like you guys had a fun day
I recently bought the a7iv and i see the body mirror is not stable, it is totally shaking. Is it common in this model? or it is a damaged piece…? i am totally confused
Thank you... Tony and Chelsea.
As somebody who has done the embargo countdown a few times... not only will Sony be pissed, but the other creators will be as well. Popcorn out to see if they're here for the next embargo...
Why what happened?
If that’s not the gmphotography from fredmiranda forum I’ll cut my head....
@@ARlELATOM They were under NDA by Sony. They uploaded the video a day early which is a big no no.
Sony doesn't care. They are a multi-billion dollar corporation, all they care is that people buy the stuff, that's it. They want eyeballs looking at the videos then going out and buying their stuff. Tony's video came out yesterday and this one still has almost 50,000 views, only a handful of people got more views. I mean Sony literally leaked everything the camera had the day before anyway. LOL
Mistake happens. Not a big deal really.
Tony & Chelsie are the best couple photographers on RUclips period. 👍👍
Period
What suggestion do you have for the hot shoe mount. I have a Good V1 flash and only used it twice because it broke at the hot shoe mount. The corresponding flash transmitter is also very hard to get one and off the camera. I think the plastic mounts are terrible, so trying to see if you guys have run across this issue and have a recommendation.
What about the electronic shutter? How many frames does it do? what about the Rolling shutter control?
I just upgraded to the a7IV from an a7RII, and I like it so much more. The fully articulated touchscreen is something I always wished the a7RII had, and the better menu system is much more intuitive. The memory card buffer is much faster, the autofocus more accurate and reliable. Everything about this camera is an upgrade from the a7RII (except for the resolution, which was a bit too much for my purposes anyway--even my clients complained about how huge the files were).
How is each camera skin color tone on standard awb & tone straight out of camera in jpeg files?
Sometimes I do event photography that I should deliver the photos immediately and no time for editing.
Appreciate your answers. Thanks
I have very bad. Colour banding in the night photography , any ideas about it?
Should I sell my a6500 and sigma trio and make the leap to the full sensor world, a7iv??
I have the Sony a7III and actually prefer the tilt screen being that I do stills vs video. I do like the 33MP of the new a7IV, but I’ll wait a bit and see if the price drops. That or save more $$$ and get the a1.
yea the new selfie screen is annoying if you do a lot of high/low shots, even for video
Odd that this would come on the eve of my decision to upgrade from A6000 to sonethin a lil more pro. Looking forward to watching later! Thanks y'all 🙏 UPDATE: Just watched your comparison here, and I feel a little bad to upgrade to any camera from the a6000, which has been such a great starter camera that I got as a gift only a year ago. I think I'll surely upgrade to the a7iii before anything else, though figuring out when will be the trick. Thank you guys again for the inspiring and awesome video!
That's how I started 3/2019. I bought the A7III 9 months later and STILL struggling to unlock its full potential. I would humbly suggest that the A7III will keep you satisfied for the next 2-3 years. In the meantime buy full frame lenses not APS-C and prepare for the (major) jump
Old Chinese saying - you have an affair with your camera but you are married to your lenses
With Sony getting serious about putting Canon and Nikon behind, it’s been good for both of those competitors. Innovation is simply going to intensify, and who knows where we’ll be in a year or two. But you can go broke trying to keep up with the changes. Ultimately, you have to ask yourself if your existing equipment provides you with the needed results. It’s good to hear Tony referring to used equipment…there’s a ton of it out there.
I would be extremely interested to see what happens when you use your a7IV with breathing compensation turned on using the Sony G 200-600mm lens. does it correct the problem that the G telephoto has when shooting at close focusing distances? You mentioned using extension tubes to compensate in your review of the lens, but could this feature cure that? This would be very useful for my wildlife needs if so. Could you do a video on the breathing correction and use this lens in it?