Sony Alpha Focus Masterclass
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- Опубликовано: 4 июл 2024
- Master focus techniques and the perfect combination of camera settings to achieve pin-sharp images when using Sony Alpha E-Mount Cameras.
CORRECTION: The A7III can also use AF tracking when shooting in Continuous Drive mode using an aperture of f/11. At the time of making the movie I believed it was only the A9 that was OK with apertures smaller than f/8.
0:00 Start
2:27 Depth of field basics
09:20 Advice on wide, zone and spot area focus
13:02 Focus blur and motion blur
16:45 CDAF & PDAF
25:13 Landscape photography: Manual focus
31:44 Portraits: Eye-AF and face detection
40:44 Portraits: Fallback settings (DMF)
50:54 Macro photography
58:37 Action photography (Lock-on/tracking)
1:22:10 Movies
1:26:34 Outro
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Hands down one of the best teachers online.
Thanks Charles
2:27 Depth of field basics
09:20 Advice on wide, zone and spot area focus
13:02 Focus blur and motion blur
16:45 CDAF & PDAF
25:13 Landscape photography: Manual focus
31:44 Portraits: Eye-AF and face detection
40:44 Portraits: Fallback settings (DMF)
50:54 Macro photography
58:37 Action photography (Lock-on/tracking)
1:22:10 Movies
1:26:34 Outro
Mark , thank you for this video. I have been shooting Sony for 3 1/2yrs now and you are the first person to give a clear, practical and concise explanation of each of the AF settings. I have been frustrated with the erratic behavior of Sony continuous AF and the amount of times critical focus is not achieved. I was sure it was operator error and not the camera but I couldn’t find a clear guide on how to identify and correct my mistakes. I’m sure I will have to go over your video a number of times but I’m very much looking forward to shooting with this new knowledge. One piece of constructive feedback I would like to share is that it seems common place that tutorials are based around well lit scenarios. I as do many, shoot a lot in low light and as such, I would like some tips on focusing and DOF I’m very low light situations.
Best photography instructor with highest quality videos and photos I have ever seen in all my years of photography! Changing from my trusted camera brand to Sony. Thanks Mark.
Everybody has too short of an attention span today and there are so many 5 minute tutorials. THIS video however is so detailed it's amazing. Can't believe it's free
Incredible master class. This is where the word 'master' takes all of its meaning! Thank you so much, sir!
Mark, another outstanding video! I have been using Sony Alpha series including now full frame since 2014. You not only covered the basics for those coming into the Sony Alpha series, but also shared several things I was not aware of as well as topics I had questions about. Thank you for these excellent product videos.
Mark. You knowledge with Sony 7m3 is intensely vast and easy to understand. I have to watch your video on Focus settings many times to absorb your knowledge in memory.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I learn a lot to maximize my 7m3 for action sports. Love them.
Really great video Mark, learned a lot more in this hour and a half than reading and rereading the manuals. It’s not only the visual examples, but the practical mindset of the photographer.
Every Sony Alpha camera owner MUST SEE this video. By far the most informative, very organized and presented video on focusing. Great job mate!
Mark, from all the photography content available here on RUclips I think I enjoy your videos the most. Thank you very much for doing these, I always get to learn something new.
A true professional who is always willing to help. Thanks so much Mr Galer :)
What a comprehensive tutorial. Great presentation. Much valued but I will need to view it several times. Thanks so much.
This is an unbelievably detailed video that rightfully deserves the name Masterclass. Thanks for sharing this Mark 👍
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Outstanding tutorial, well articulated in jargon-free terminology. I'm glad the algorithm suggested you. Now it's time to buy a Sony.
Can't believe I'm watching this for free...
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Sony should be sharing this link with all camera sales. I'll have to watch it again to get it all but well worth it. Thank you!
I’m new to Sony with the A6500 and I was completely lost with all the focus settings until now. Thank you so much for your excellent instruction Mark. I look forward to putting your techniques to use.
You are such a great teacher. I got my A7Riii this weekend, although I really wanted the A7R4, and have learned how to use my camera through your videos. Thank you!
I’m a recent convert to Sony (after 25+years using Nikon). You’re videos specifically have been incredibly helpful during this transition. Thanks
Really top notch presentation Mark, you explain things so clearly without any unnecessary fluff. Thumbs up!
This is a true masterclass. Structured, comprehensive, well researched, and presented efficiently.
Viewing this a second (maybe third) time (Jan 2024) after purchasing my new a6700. The new a6700 manual states; "...When the F-value is greater than F22 in [Continuous Shooting: Hi+], [Continuous Shooting: Hi] or [Continuous Shooting: Mid] mode, the focus is locked to the setting in the first shot." Thanks again Mark for your excellent SONY-product resources. What you do really makes a difference! I first used your ebooks with my NEX-6, then a6400, and now with my a6700.
Earlier restriction on Aperture and Focus when using Continuous Shooting have steadily been improving, first to F11 and F16 and now to F22 with the very latest cameras.
Great value on it. I've been shooting my Sony a7iii for about 3 years and thought I've got everything I needed dialled in until I learnt the things I didn't know that I didn't know. 🤣🤣 Thanks for that. 🙏
Glad to help
Best explanation of the intracicies of the integration focus settings and systems of the camera. Invaluable ☝️
Mark, thank you so much for this valuable masterclass. You are the true MVP.
I watched this series when i first bought my a7iii last year. There is so much good info in here, coming back a year later and still learning lots!
best 1hr 28 i've spent on youtube, excellent explanations and examples, thank you very much for this, you have another 1+
Real-world useable advice from a seasoned professional. Thank-you Mark.
Mark has series of superb tutorials. I think this specific one is one of his best.
Another excellent video Mark - thank you for a thorough presentation, well-produced and intelligently presented. I used your videos to set up my A7RIII - couldn’t have done it without your information.
Thank you Mark for this and all of your videos! Another fantastic job on this one! You and Jason Lanier are the reason I shoot with Sony equipment! Thanks again!
Mark, I was hesitant about watching an hour and a half video on focusing but am darn glad I did. I shoot a lot of motocross and have been frustrated with the high percentage of images just outside the acceptably sharp range. After watching your video the percentage of pin-sharp images jumped noticeably. Thanks!
Aquario Amico - thanks for the positive feedback. I too was unsure how many people would watch a 90 minute movie but have been surprised how many people are seeing this one through to the end.
Fantastic master class. It’s helping me to even understand what my a9 is capable of, let alone figure out how to use its features optimally. Thanks!
You are the man that helped and enabled me to make best use of my 100-400mm Sony lens to shoot birds near my home. I can't wait to dig into this video. Thank you so much, Mark!
Mark you do a wonderful job a explaining the many fuctions of the Sony cameras. I will certainly watch this video a number of times to learn all of the inforamation you provided.
Absolutely so well done. I am going to donate. You are gold. I hope others will cherish your charity as much as I and others have. Merry Christmas Mark!
What a fantastic masterclass, extremely professional and informative. Thank you!!!!
Thanks a million for your time explaining us all these great advices. As Black Bird said, having this as free tutorial is something to be grateful for. Great job.
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You fools really don't get it, do you? Guys like him make money with RUclips and not just a bit. It's a JOB - not a favor to you...
Every one of your videos are great; this master class is superb!!!! Thanks for sharing.
New fanatic fan! You are one awesome individual sir. A true masterclass better than just (another) technical specifics of a particular camera brand and marketing talk. Great overall photography techniques refresher.
SUPERB Master Class Mark. Some teachers/clases this in depth and this much info would cost hundreds of $$. You are a true guver to provide this for free to the photo community. So much good info that even seasoned Sony shooters dont know all the nuances about the camera. This video link (and all your classes) should be a permanent link in the hard copy manual Sony provides as well as on their website for best series on how to properly use their camera. im sure the Sony help line would have much less emails and calls if they did. You;re one of the best and one of my favorite photo teachers. Great images to go along with great info. Keep up the great work Mark!!! and Thank you again for all you do
Many thanks for spreading knowledge and your experience to all the people
Thank you, this is a truly outstanding contribution to the Alpha community.
Thank you so much! Not only was it clear and concise but the presentation examples themselves were great to look at and helped explain more than what the words could do...
Always learning when i watch your movies , thumbs up !!!
As a proud owner of a SONY 7 RIII, I find your videos brilliant. I have learn so much about my camera, its settings and functions. I like the way you simply the information regarding SONY products. Thank you.
Wow, best tutorial around! Thank you very much, Mark.
This was great information. Thanks, many years after you put this out.
Really enjoying these videos Mark - hopefully help myself and others get more from their cameras. Thank you.
So much information. Must watch again. Thank you.
Thank you Mark. I just got a Sony 7aiii last month and needed to learn more on focusing especially for wildlife. I truly appreciate your time to clearly explain the menus and the various settings needed to get that crisp focus for action. Have this video ear marked as I continue on my Sony journey.
Be sure to download my free eBook for the A7lll camera 😀
This is amazing and very helpful. Thank you Mark.
Great video! Thank you and I will share this to other Alpha users very helpful.
Recently switched to Sony A7IV. This tutorial is invaluable during my learning curve. Thank you.
Every time I watch this I pick up something new. Excellent video!
Thank you for all of your content. It’s great to have so many resources for Sony’s mirrorless lineup.
You are a brilliant teacher!!!!!! Thank you for sharing. You are help the entire Alpha community.
Outstanding! This tutorial is GOLD. Thank you so much!
Excellent overview. This is my second time through and I have been keeping notes and clarifying my thinking! Much appreciated.
Thank you Mark! Every video is so informative and look forward to visiting your website!
Thank you Mark. I hope Sony rewards you enough for all of your videos.
Fantastic informational video! Well worth the watch. Thank you so much!
Thank you sir! Providing actual info without blabbering for 10 minutes and advertising paid courses. Awesome!
Hi Mark. I just bought Sony A73. I can’t tell how valuable are your videos. You have gone into so much detail explanation with patience. Thank you! Hopefully Sony also appreciates what you are doing for them.
Thanks for the positive feedback- Sony appreciate the videos - just not with any financial support for their creation 😉
Amazing tutorial Mark! I’ve already watched it about 4 times. You are really helping me a lot at understanding and setting up my a9 right. Thank you!!
Check out my 500-page eBook for the A9 and my Q&A support over at www.Patreon.com/markgaler
This is the best video I have seen on Sony focusing! Thank you.
Carl D Bowers does this apply to the original Sony A7
As an academic (non-photography) I appreciate the information you provide here to take better pictures using the sophisticated Sony operating system; one of the reasons I bought an Alpha 7 iii and RX100. I'm still in the transition phase like many others from Canon to Sony and appreciate the advice you provide so I am more proficient when I am confronted with switching between stills and movies, sport and landscape modes. I really like the customisation that is part of the mirrorless systems as it can be over-powering when you are working to the best of photographic opportunities.
Great tutorial Mark, very in-depth and informative. Thanks for taking the time to make these vids and share your knowledge, I for one appreciate it ;)
Thanks Jason - I have to thank Sony Australia for their support to help me to help the Alpha community :-)
Wow amazing thank you so much! Packed with information, I need to watch a few times to really absorb it all! Thank you so much for the time and effort you spent making this.
That's a great video. Just acquired the A7 iii and it helps tremendously! Thanks a lot.
You're the best, ever! What an awesome job! Hands down to you! 😱
Thanks for this magistral lesson, already subscribed
You're an invaluable wealth of information....I appreciate you Mark
This answered a host of questions that I had. Very well done!
A real Masterclass by a Master. Brilliantly explained.
I know photography, but I'd be lost with my Sony A7RIII without the fantastic information provided by Mark Galer!
That red Squirrel picture is amazing!
This was an awesome video. I have been using the alpha 7riii for a long time and I learned a lot from your video. I have already changed my settings and I can't wait to try them out tomorrow. Thank you.
This is brilliant Mark. Thank you!
Many thanks Mark, very easy to understand tutorial, learnt heaps just have to put them into practise,
Excellent! Thanks Mark!
The best instructional video ever! Thanks Mark!
Extremely helpful content! Thank you!
Hi Mark - I'm finding your videos to be quite helpful. What you have created is engaging and easy to digest. Thank you for putting out this information for free!
Very informative and complete focus guide. Thank you Mark.
Great info! Iearned so much! thank you for the tips--I was using small flex spot focus all the time prior to this tutorial and it certainly wasted time compared to wide mode! Also appreciated the tip about registering custom shoot setting for fast action (high speed drive, SS 1/2000, auto ISO, f5.6,) all at the simple press of a button. Game changer!!!
superb info and presentation Mark. many thanks
Wonderful explainations in easy to understand terms.
Thank you for all your tutorials. For may years I used a Nikon and recently changed to Sony A7ii. I struggle with exposure between my dark skin subject and very light background and also the colour technology is a little too rich for me. I found so many things helpful especially navigating my shortcuts. So keep going and thank u
You deserve a medal sir.
You are an amazing teacher(and photographer), thanks for all your efforts put into this channel!
I appreciate that!
thank you so much for the masterclass!! it was so helpful!
YOU ARE, the Sony wizard! Thank You!
This was SO helpful. Thank you!
Much appreciated....well covered and definitely useful for my photography. Thanks!
This was fantastic information and well presented! Thank you.
Mark thank you very much for this excellent masterclass! I now understand better how my A7 III works.
Excellent guide and info for Sony Camera!