After 20,000 photos in Africa with the Sony A1II---Here's the TRUTH!

[@yasmeenakashe1]

I don’t think people really understand how much time and work goes into creating videos like this one. Truly outstanding Manny!

[@ShadyJay77]

You shot half the cast of The Lion King or Mufasa😂😂😂

[@boostedgixxer]

This video was amazing and your wildlife photography was stunning. You’re a very talented photographer who humbly approaches other genres with an open mind willing to learn and apply your talent to it and because of that you end up with really good results. You and Vanessa did exceptional. Maybe you guys can teach Jared a thing or two because he thinks he is the greatest photographer that’s ever lived but his work consistently falls short when compared to professionals 😂

[@Vahagraphy]

Now that's Art. good job Ortiz.

[@PhotoGuy623]

Ahh look. He read past your comment and didn’t heart it. What an A hole. A word of advise V ., don’t even watch this guys stuff. He’s not worth you spending your time watching. He’s an unappreciative dude that thinks he’s god gift to photography that has no manners. Probably scared his BF gonna get mad at him for liking you’re comment .

[@Atariguyforlive]

Don’t expect to much of a human interaction with these type guys. They are here to sell ads and shill for sponsors. You guys are just numbers to them. That’s all. You heard what he said. He would of never paid for this trip unless it wasn’t gifted to him. “ hey guys, buy me a free vacation and ill shill”

[@Vahagraphy]

@@PhotoGuy623 guys come on. I'm really not here for this kind of talk. I think those images he took are great that's why I commented. Nothing more or less. Its good to see sample images that are good for a change. as far as all the other stuff.. i dont care and have moved past that. I really could care less if Ortiz like my comment or deletes it. as long as he read it. he can do whatever he wants. doesnt bother me. As far as Jared, i dont watch his stuff anymore so what these 2 think of me or whatever.lol well lol ... i got big fish to fry in 2025 so not gonna entertain petty small things. Going to be very selective on who I choose to give my time and attention too. thanks guys.

[@lbo9290]

Love your videos Vahagn. Keep it going .

[@dccoletrain]

It’s so funny how Sony who makes TVs uses low quality screens. Even on their flagship

[@bobamarmstrong]

Sony always do that. The problem is they keep doing it and people continue to buy their stuffs

[@hishamosman4341]

I was about to say the same thing. For a totally new body at USD 6500...Sony could afford to come up with a better screen. Why can't they shrink their Sony BRAVA TV's into this new A1 II?

[@z352kdaf8324]

@@hishamosman4341 lol

[@DrUndoTattoo]

Me teaching you anything is like the altar boy lecturing the priest but here I go. I have the A7RV which has that AI focus and yes just like you said if the animal is in the grass it tends to focus on the grass etc instead of the animal. I shoot a lot of Eagles and they are often in trees with branches etc. What I do is set it on bird, continuous AF, tracking with the small central area marked and not wide tracking. Then when I go to shoot I hit the eagle in the center small area and it locks on thus that shifting to the wrong things is much much reduced.

[@Sooch900]

I wish all camera reviews were as honest as this one! (There are some good people out there) Real world compressive reviews and comparisons are the best! Great job Manny!

[@Jonathantuba]

I ordered the A1ii without hesitation. Pre capture is a game changer for wildlife photography in just capturing ‘the shot’. The other new features are nice to have for me, I have never had a problem of putting spot on the animal with the A1 AF, although I am sure the A1ii with give me more keepers. I will now be far more likely to take portrait format shots with the new screen. Interesting idea to use the boost button to slow down frame rate. I will try that set up myself, as I tend to leave my camera on high frame rate, as I would rather sort thousands of images than miss the perfect moment.

[@MannyOrtiz]

Yeah it’s one of those things where you don’t know what you are missing until you try it yourself. This is a solid upgrade for someone like you

[@ManKhunChan]

Pre-capture: On the Canon R5M2, I assign pre-capture to Custom Shooting Mode C1. Customize the M-Fn button to C (Switch to Custom Shooting Mode). When shooting in Manual mode, I can just press the M-Fn button to go straight into Pre-capture with 30 frames/second. Just 1 press on the M-Fn button, no need to go into the menu. Works very well.

[@pentagramyt417]

One thing... does pre-capture SAVES the images, even if you decide to not press the button fully, or it hold the same way only in buffer? I think OM System and Sony doesn't save the images on card untill you press fully the button.

[@mbismbismb]

@@pentagramyt417i dont think it save those images before few secs actually pressing shutter, cause if it will save it and eat up lot of storage

[@ItsBerg]

@@pentagramyt417no it does not save.. it continuously rolls, and when u take a shot it then saves the pre capture photos taken before that shutter actuation.

[@pentagramyt417]

@@ItsBerg Thank you both for confirmation.

[@nickwilliams7867]

Sony must have known A1II was evolutionary camera not a revolutionary camera. Adding a high-quality rear screen would've been something to separate it from the rest of the range. Like many others I find it really puzzling Sony do not to do this. I suspect Canon shooters are equally puzzled by Canons decision to put the cheapest design of rear screen on their cameras i.e. The flip out screen most manufacturers reserved to the lower end of their range. Maybe Sony, Nikon and Canon have an agreement never to make the perfect camera. If they did, why would we ever upgrade? :)

[@hikertrashfilms]

🎯

[@megamastah]

Appreciate your honesty as always, Manny. Very good points about the screen. It's high time Sony update to high quality, bright amoled.

[@mgillign]

More ppl need to speak up about the screen quality! It’s crazy new Sony bodies aren’t stepping it up

[@JandRstudios]

Screen brightness kills batteries, could it be that they made it dimmer to extend battery life a little?

[@weblogwevlog]

good point.

[@hikertrashfilms]

Except the battery life is worse than the OG A1

[@hikertrashfilms]

It’s a joke to put the same CPU in this body. I’m fine with the sensor, but that BIONZ XR can’t write to CF-A Gen 4 speeds and it overheats too fast.

[@Battlem0nk]

They're saving the new BIONZ XR2 processor to be used in the A7V so A1II owners will moan why they can't get it in a firmware update =]

[@coolst0rybruh]

1% camera and skill 99% AI photo editing.....

[@Rainy78]

Why are so many people butthurt about using Luminar, Topaz, and photoshop!? 🤦🏻‍♂️ Im sorry, but if I travelled 8000 miles for photos of a lifetime and the lighting + conditions just arent in the cards for me, you better bet Im going to use Luminar, Topaz, or Photoshop to bring out the most in my photos. Its not cheating, its simply using the software tools to enhance the areas in your photos that could use a touch up. It makes your photos pop + draw your attention a bit more to your subjects/areas. Thanks for taking us on the journey with you Manny. Amazing photos and videos to say the least! 📸❤️

[@ultimatechrisso6592]

What's even more amazing is that the old Sony a77 back in the days had the same screen mechanism but Sony teased their customers since lol

[@Snerkler1]

I had the A77 and the mechanism was not the same as the current Sony mirrorless 👍🏻

[@midus0013]

I love the Color Transfer add-on, it is a cool feature. You can use the color grading from any of your favorite movies.

[@flashforum939]

You have a great way of finding the small things that only owners experience once they have had the camera for a while. I have both A1 cameras and agree with everything you point out.

[@weblogwevlog]

I just looked up the exact same trip yesterday because I’m planning to go next month, and now you’ve posted a video about it today-that’s wild!

[@bigboi36]

Roooaaaw...

[@JamesBurton-l3o]

Gotta say it hasn’t started yet but from Jared’s podcast when he said you were going I was so hyped ! Huge inspiration for me and to see you go out of your comfort zone is always amazing to watch Keep killing it , much love man 🙇

[@MannyOrtiz]

Yoo that actually means a lot man. You just made my night 🙏

[@JamesBurton-l3o]

Man don’t mention it 🙇 You’ve helped me so much in my day to day and photography. I’m not good in social settings . I try to be but I felt locked up a social battery and I’ve heard you talk about how you’ve tried to combat that and watching you try made me realize I’m capable past it as well . I want to thank you for being a part of that growth for me , love your work stay blessed 🙇

[@TheGeoDaddy]

Reminds me of MY 90s traveling across the Philippines - Indonesian archipelagos with just a suitcase, over the shoulder - film - pack with dry ice and my backpack stuffed with my Nikon F5 and N90 and Hasselblad 501C (for the DETAILED landscapes) for almost a year; island hoping by plane, ferry and Bukis Prahau… of course, I had no idea what I shot until I got back to NYC and picked up my 600 rolls of chrome (that I would send back once very week or so) no “digital” back then… my only regret was no video BTS that would have made it worth building a channel!

[@xscorcher]

Tx! Do you use aperture priority? With Nikon (in aperture priority) we can’t change iso without a combo. (Press a button a turn rear dial.) Does Sony allow to change iso without combo? (So without releasing the half pressed shutter button.) Tx!

[@duncangroenewald]

That dog is like " Hey dude - wtf are you doing !!"

[@Met.Photography]

Hey sir,Congrats on being a Canon Ambassador< Also what combo is better?Canon R1+Rf 200-800mm vs. R5ii+Rf 100-500mm L vs. Nikon Z8+Z pf 800mm?Let me know. Cheers, Met

[@DanOhPhotography]

A1ii supposed to have 2 additional stops for IBIS. Do you noticeable improvement using 400mm f/2.8 lens since 400mm lens IBIS is pretty poor with A1.

[@MannyOrtiz]

For video, I definitely noticed the difference when I was filming handheld with the 400mm

[@DanOhPhotography]

@ With A1 handheld video is not really practical due to poor IBIS. Glad A1ii work

[@Nonixification]

Those photos man! Impressive work!

[@StacheEsq]

Did you have pre AF turned off when you were losing focus to the grass? I suspect it may have been on.

[@saint4030]

Hey Manny, I appreciate you and your videos, like what you are doing with all the gear back in the years to get an idea of preparing, taking photos and post production. I do not want to be disrespectful, but just a void a fake sun or sun lights. This is surreal, what you did with the elephants is some case of art, fine. All what you trining to say as conclusion is: If you want the sensor, crap the A1, if you want a up to date camera, crap A1II. Thanks for sharing your expirence.

[@TheGeoDaddy]

Reminds me of MY 90s traveling across the Philippines - Indonesian archipelagos with just a suitcase, over the shoulder - film - pack with dry ice and my backpack stuffed with my Nikon F5 and N90 and Hasselblad 501C (for the DETAILED landscapes) for almost a year; island hoping by plane, ferry and Bukis Prahau… of course, I had no idea what I shot until I got back to NYC and picked up my 600 rolls of chrome (that I would send back once very week or so) no “digital” back then… my only regret was no video BTS that would have made it worth building a channel!

[@RogerZoul]

You’re wrong about the r5II and precapture. You can map a button to turn it on and off. Even better, you can set it to half press the shutter button to capture and fill the buffer, Then, you either fully press the stuff button to save the pre-captured shots or you can just let it go to not save them. Thus, it’s always on but you get to decide to save or not, plus you get all your captured shots if you like. It pays to read the manual.

[@pentagramyt417]

I thought Canon saves the images either way even if you decide to not press fully the button. It's good to know it doesn't save to the card yet you decide.

[@ItsBerg]

@@pentagramyt417no canon doesn’t save the photos if you don’t fully depress the shutter

[@albertogvphoto]

Event and portrait photography which would you choose SONY A1 or SONY A7CR? Thank you

[@hikertrashfilms]

A1

[@sh1209macro]

I’ll keep shooting my A1 and A7RV. I just can’t stomach losing $3500-4k for selling my A1 and upgrading for basically one feature, which is pre capture. I already have the articulating screen on the A7RV. I would recommend most people taking advantage of the current great price on the original A1 which is still phenomenal. It’s going to take the same images and video at the end of the day.

[@marleenvandam6931]

The pre capture , the best sensor on the market and the new Ai AF , makes it for me the best camera on the market right now! For me this not just a " firmware".The problem withe A1 ii is that the A1 on itself when it came on the market , was already a stunning camera, but that on itself doesn't make the mark ii not a inferior update

[@77dris]

When I think about Manny being there with the bugs, it reminds me of the South Park episode where they are in the rain forest and that woman (Jenifer Aniston) would turn around there would always be a giant 3ft roaring bug attached to her backpack.

[@MannyOrtiz]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@danhiggins8733]

Great content and very good observations, Manny. Thanks. I have the A1 II on order and should receive it in a couple of weeks. For me (me!) the A1 II is the best overall camera to date. First, I am a Sony shooter with lots of Sony glass and not at all interested in changing. 70% of what I shoot is landscape for which I have had an a7r5. 20% of what I shoot is youth field sports, mostly soccer. For that I had an A1 which I traded up to the A9 III which I never used at 120FPS but the pre-capture was amazing for not only getting the shot (headers, etc) but also saving frames because I wasn't just shooting-in-case as you pointed out in the baseball example). For me, the sensor size of the a9 III was an issue for landscapes. And the lack of speed on the on a7r5 was a pain when shooting sports. The A1II gives me all that I need in both areas. And with the ergonomics of the a9 III which I LOVE over the original A1. And, again, over the original A1 is that "floppy screen" which helps on some sports compositions I like to do but really helps when I am doing landscapes and want to get close to the ground or even high on a tripod. Now a quick question. Is Luminar Neo a substitute for Photoshop? Do you access it from within Lightroom? Is its role similar to the Nik software from years ago? (Just trying to understand how it would fit into my workflow and primarily my landscape photography workflow.)

[@MannyOrtiz]

Yeah for you, I think it’s the perfect middle ground of resolution and speed. As for Luminar, it can be used as a standalone software and/or as a plugin that you can access directly from Lightroom

[@shang-hsienyang1284]

I bought Luminar Neo a year ago. It's useful to edit photos quickly and those you need to deliver overnight.

[@MarkNaaman]

Manny , great video , but realistically speaking , like Jared or other people who try to hype canon or Nikon as they are probably benefiting from them, it is ridiculous. Reality is that canon released a flagship camera that is half the MGP of Sony and still behind the A1 4 years ago. Let me not start with Nikon. So it is unfair to justify a shitty camera like the canon or Nikon at 5500 but not appreciated the Sony A1 II and the fact that is still way ahead of the competition If money is the objection, people should switch to a Nikon and Canon. I use both alongside Sony. Honestly , I feel Nikon focuses much on color and AI looks of the images instead of technology or features, while Canon has improved but I feel it is still a camera with technology that are not syncing together. It’s not cohesive . Anyhow this is my opinion, and I don’t mind paying 6500 for a camera that I can use for 3 years and not feel one regret. While canon people and Nikon by the time they receive their new camera a new one is released

[@scottscrufari]

What did you use for metering?

[@hasenmyer]

Would really be nice not to have to pay 5k for something over 10fps. Still though this camera does it all, yes r5ii is cheaper BUT by the time I sell and buy glass I may as well stay with Sony.

[@UnknownS0und]

A7R V to add to my A9 for me then. You really helped me decide. Thanks Manny!

[@gregoryrogalsky6937]

It seems to me that letting the camera decide where to focus removes one of the most interesting and important elements of being a photographer.

[@sequoi_]

The thing is you don't have to though. It's just an option, and for fast paced animals that stay moving on the regular, it allow for more freedom to compose w/o having to worry about moving your reticle around w/ a joy stick. Composition is arguably the most important element of being a photographer.

[@simonmaduxx6777]

Yeah, have you use these systems before? To just say it's simply let the camera decide is not accurate. For example if you're tracking the closest I across the frame you'll be moving along with it in total your arms your body everything. But generally in most cases what's the eye tracking you can simply move your hands around and change the composition while the eye stays in focus. To assume or think that you're just sitting back and holding the button... That's just a lazy way to approach it and I don't support that at all. Lastly these cameras still have wonderful 1-shot focus. You don't have to use the eye focus at all. So there you go problem solved right? 👍🏾

[@gregoryrogalsky6937]

I am still enjoying using manual focus lenses. Iv tried using autofocus and it holds zero interest for me. Taken with a Nikkor 300 2.8 IF-ED AI-s on Nikon F2as/MD-2 on Tri-X.scontent.fyyc2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/275278866_985814519025223_8803800156369634891_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=cc71e4&_nc_ohc=RrNVZ9ww94oQ7kNvgG1m_Li&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent.fyyc2-1.fna&_nc_gid=AhRss6tLP7t4U3QmjAybv_G&oh=00_AYDfzdCu4do8qQ8lkFo_ciokDKUtOAx6fBlnVxjT4KtZ2A&oe=6770378F

[@benoittissier58]

As you point out, the screen is the big thing. Had an A7iv, switched to a used A1 because I wanted properly focused sports pics. I now have to lie on the floor to get low angle shots. I may upgrade to A1ii when it gets reasonable on the used market. Or go to A7v if the AF is OK. A7iv had everything I need except AF.

[@bngr_bngr]

It’s crazy how bad the A7iv doesn’t focus for sports.

[@pentagramyt417]

@@bngr_bngr A7IV is really average I'd rather go A6700 if could once again. I can't say I see much difference between my A7IV and A6400. Really. Even bird AF claim it's locking on the eye, but misses in most scenarios..

[@Chris-13]

Great video Manny, I like you just cannot understand why Sony does not put in better screens at this price point. They have the technology. I was also hoping for an integrated vertical grip with a bigger battery

[@bngr_bngr]

If I’m scooting thousands of pictures I don’t want to be constantly changing these little low capacity batteries. Back in the day Nikon made a battery grip for the D700 so we people could drop a D3 battery in the grip.

[@kuau714]

I love you Manny yet using Luminar AI is a no go for me. Basically what yo can do with the software you could have gone to the local zoo and just replace the background, sky etc. Yeah it looks cool yet its not a "true" representation of what you photographed

[@Teslien]

thank you for shooting lots of photos. even if a shot is ok, it's all about landing the shots and everyone needs to avoid the film era mindset of limited shots. but EVERYONE with the new aii2 or a9iii needs to shoot exclusively nr mode. cameras are so fast people dont understand how many shots are taken in a split second

[@Abdi_Mohamed_]

I really want to know any wild life photography? Like how much a year you guys make to afford and justify A1ii with those massive prime zooms Am literally scratching my head here!

[@Battlem0nk]

The "major flaw" is the A1II packaging box is basic white. Going to ruin my Sony box collection themed in black/orange! Guess I'll have to place it next to my Tamron boxes.

[@rohanbhangui]

where is your beanie from?

[@MAGNUM2601]

I just don't have words for it. You work with very expensive devices and lenses of more than 20,000 € and then you use software that has absolutely nothing to do with reality! I call that very sad and testifies to, fill it in yourself. I don't understand it and will never understand it.

[@azod]

Im going to go out on a limb and assume that he was contractually obligated to use that program for a sponsorship. I may be wrong but I don't believe most professional photographers would use ai editing apps, most would use Lightroom to edit their photos. I could be wrong though

[@iamwhatiam6281]

and if you can’t affort a 1.2lens or f4 supertele just buy the cheapest version and fake the picture with the new ai blur function and no one will find it different from a picture taken with a 18k lens😂

[@tyronereynolds398]

They sponsored the trip so he had to use their products for editing.

[@Khaavrenbbb]

Maybe now will understand?

[@Angelo_Paduraru]

Ok, that luminar software took my attention 👀

[@Raytrace3Dee]

LENS HOOD! - You are triggering us! - gr8 vid.

[@EricLouisYoung]

How the heck is Vanessa Joy just chillin next to you shooting canon?!

[@FalconzFan13]

much respect and welcome to the dark side (wildlife), super jelly you got to to go to the motherland, its def a dream of mine

[@niconic6660]

Which then for portrait ?

[@GaryJahman]

Always the awkward ending haha Keep doing you bro

[@_Suzuka_Joe]

Why would you edit a photo to be so different than what it appeared as in the EVF?

[@JJCPhotography]

So cool😎

[@justonbrazda3846]

Mine arrives today!

[@shaycostigan2091]

Great looking photos looks like it was an amazing trip but I would like to see your photos up against Jared photos because I know he used Canon cameras on that trip would be a great video idea for you guys

[@TheOneWillFocus]

Nikon has theirs the same way (screens) 8 and 9. I love it because of the lower angles i can get.

[@prescotthancock5907]

@9:37 Absolutely phenomenal photo!

[@MrEddieNunez]

Great video bro

[@gbwalther3198]

The major flaw is the price! 😎😎

[@philindeblanc]

should get rid of the dirt road on that elephant picture to really make it majestic

[@BillyKzz]

I'm a purest.. i get it.. Luminar is great.. but i will not change my natural shot other than to work with exposure. It's like fishing... you catch the fish or you don't.. Ai won't catch the fish for you. Lets stay true to the craft.

[@samuelbeniuga9116]

I'm pretty sure the screen quality is due to the battery limitations. The obvious compromise having a higher res and brighter screen will be worse battery life. Hopefully they will fix it in the new gen bodies. Nonetheless it is what it is. Sub par quality

[@asankalakmal5502]

lonely lion among the canon tigers.

[@Uninfluenceable]

there appears to be a Luminar ad in my Sony ad😡

[@MichaelBriggs3]

Luminar (and Evoto) are so powerful. They can do absolutely wild things.

[@wira8811]

I dont need eye detection AF. Still using dslr photographing wildlife and and i can get great photo out if it. The problem with mirorless camera is its lack of dimention. The images look to digital. People buy expensive camera but yet they still have to edit it in computer. For me its a big dissapointment.

[@sjm.photos]

camera shaking all over the place wouldnt be helping the af issue 10:13

[@Ykii15]

plz can you shoot good quality photos of NJ UAP\UFO ? it feels like everyone is filming on phones from the 2000s

[@josefmolina3510]

Sounds like just.a software update, no? Although I am into Wildlife, specifically birds, I stay with the A1. If I need a 2nd one, I would buy a used A1. Much better payback for my work.

[@kstuckey8]

Damn….i may have to get Luminar

[@jaughnekow]

Yo!!! One day imma do travel photography too

[@matttheking1655]

Fro was on photo trip😅

[@nun1234567]

With a major flaw.... I pass this one.

[@ashstonk]

R62, R5 or R52 would have got the job done. Canon af is superior 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@gavinBsussex]

Yep totally agree

[@rgw2006]

Great video

[@torsrive8920]

90% of wildlife photographers want Nikon Z9 or Canon R1...

[@kenilev_photographer]

just get yourself an external monitor

[@alestair]

Sounds like you wanted to shoot with a Nikon

[@KelsJune]

Amazing. Wish it was on Lumix, Hasselblad, or Leica

[@jayocotube6483]

The AF, screen and precapture probably make it worth the upgrade. The REAL question: why would one pay 50% more for the a1 II than the R5II? Manny?

[@Battlem0nk]

For wildlifer the A1II will keep bursting when the buffer fills but at slower rate. With R5II once the buffer fills it completely stops shooting. R5II has a CFexpress Type B slot but it's write out speed is actually slower than the A1 CFexpress Type A. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHi3qYhogZ59rdk

[@holgerkrieg3587]

Manny! Again great review. I’m using the a1 II since a week now, while I kept my old a1. The new AF is of course the main differentiator between the old and the new. And your are right, if somebody shoots just portraits, the old a1 is still more than just fine.

[@grom5756]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/iX3RgI18fMx9g6c but what did you really learn? Sadly everything is payed and bought. Why didn't you show us the A9 II old gen vs the A1 II or A9 III vs R1 or R3 and maybe Z8/9 albeit they are 45 megapixels...some youtube channels are getting paid like TV, sadly.

[@pierrelouisvisuals]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@shakerman55]

I might be first, but I’m not sure!😂

[@LukeKwan78]

I’m just starting the video right now let’s see if I should spend $6500 and upgrade from what I already have

[@MannyOrtiz]

Hope I answered your question 🙏

[@LukeKwan78]

Yes sir! Did you bring up the screen brightness issue to Sony reps that were there? Yes I would love to see were it failed during AF. So I know where i might have troubles. Can wait till I get mine from Amazon. It’ll be a while bc I got in my preorder very late. I need to look into luminar from the examples you showed! Wow! I briefly had an a7r5 so I completely get prayer mode! It was so awesome to shoot low angle shots without needing to lay down on the floor . The next time I did same thing with my a1, I realized how annoying it was!

[@RemiManWithVan]

screen quality is the one thing which stops buying this, its such expensive camera and the worse screen

[@sgpork]

10:00 yea. Same situation with the a7R5. Sometimes if subject is behind some bush. The AI is unable to find the subject and if your subject is too far or near sometimes it just af the whole subject instead of the eyes. Making the eyes not in perfect focus but the body in focus. Especiallly if you shoot at wide open. Trick to counter this is to off the subject reconition… it kind of defeat the purpose but it is what it is. Yea the AI still need improvement.

[@hikertrashfilms]

It’s the CPU that is the bottleneck. That XR chip needs to be replaced

[@bigboi36]

Done Well Manny, I appreciate the honesty with regards to these cameras being offered. They are all incredibly good. The images are nice too and I'm happy that you don't cook your images like JP. It has its place but when it comes to animals and landscapes baking is not my cup of tea. I will also have to try this Luminar Neo.

[@zardosspinosa6944]

Sony intentionally crippled the screen, so you buy the next iteration, dont you hate that kind of BS

[@ikulyl]

Yey no 1 camera

[@acscw8408]

yo... the luminar is so close to cheatin lol

[@nishantsingh3291]

yo yo yo yo yo

[@highlyunprofessionalreviews]

Great review. Sony should start from scratch and redesign their camera bodies. They look and feel so outdated and cheap. Their screens are the worst in the industry (strange considering they're a TV company). Best sensors and lenses on the market, worst camera bodies.

[@jamesscharnitz7640]

Don’t get me wrong I would love to have the A1ii but other brands need to do what my G9ii does and have the near and far AF buttons to push through the grass as you showed in your example

[@hiawrj]

How come those Luminar links never work for me? They always just instantly close the window that is being opened.

[@LunarEchox]

HI can you please tone down how dramatic you make your grade, they come off as sloppy