Sony A7RV Camera Review

[@naders.171]

Anytime I see a new Sony camera, I come to Mark's channel for the photography review first. I was worried that he was on his motorcycle tour in the US, but was so happy to see that he had the review on the channel. I believe Mark's reviews are the most detailed ones in regards to how to correctly set the camera for using all the features. Way to go, Mark!

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

I had to hit the ground running with this camera review. The camera was waiting for me as soon as I arrived back home - so I handed the RX-30 back and opened the RV box. Ideally I would have liked another week with the camera (too many new features to test in a short amount of time), but given I had to review the RIV in three days and the A1 in four days I can't complain. Sony want the RV back today so this of course delays the production of my 500-page eBook. I'll be jumping up and down to get the camera back as soon as possible.

[@Russet_Mantle]

Agreed. Mark truly knows his stuff. I've been a long time Sony user since the DSLR days, but Mark's videos still taught me a lot about the cameras that I own and understand.

[@truliapro7112]

Such a lovey review. So happy to find this channel.

[@lltysonll]

Agree, no bs straight to the point with his reviews.

[@rogermaioli]

Love the final comparison with the A1. I am upgrading from the A6600 and have long considered the A1 my only option, as the A7 IV doesn't offer the resolution I was hoping to have. (I wanted a full-frame camera with a crop mode comparable to what I currently get with the A6600.) But when I heard the A7R V was coming out I thought it might get me almost everything I'd get with the A1 for a much lower price. It would be sweet to have the stacked sensor and the burst rate, but the AI autofocus is simply amazing. This will be my next camera.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Thanks for the positive feedback - hope my review helped you make your final decision.

[@janmaitland7480]

I'm not in the Sony system, nor do I need another camera, but Mark's overview of the new A7RV is so good, and the promise of his upcoming e-book so tantalizing, that I'm finding myself considering this new camera. Thank you Mark, your videos and photography are inspiring.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Thanks for the positive feedback Jan :-)

[@frontrangefootage4075]

As someone who just bought an A7RIV, I don't see myself upgrading anytime soon, but this is an intriguing camera. I can only hope that Sony would apply a few of these smaller quality of life updates to the A7RIV, like Small and Medium Raw sizes, the internal BULB function, and the shutter closing at power off. That would be fantastic, but I guess I won't hold my breath.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

2019 was a very good year for firmware updates - let's hope Sony update as many cameras that can take some of these new features. The new Subject detection, however, requires its own AI Processor so we won't be seeing this appear on older cameras.

[@Russet_Mantle]

A7R4 hasn't had a firmware update for 2 years and I doubt Sony will be adding new features to it. As a current A7R4 user, the main things that'll make me want to upgrade to A7R5 are the stunning viewfinder that you'll never forget after trying out, the IR sensor for more accurate AWB, and the vastly improved UI responsiveness that comes with the XR processor. The downsides are the increased weight (665g -> 723g) and reduced battery life (530 -> 440 shots with viewfinder), which Mark didn't mention in the video.

[@slindeque1]

Brilliant, based on your 'review' I took the plunge and upgraded from the Sony A7R3 to the new beast - received yesterday and it blows my mind....now to make life easier I am looking forward to your e-book and camera settings guide (menu's a bit daunting)..

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

I should have the eBook ready in just a few days time.

[@saschawolf5808]

Great Review 👍🏻 I hope the focus bracketing will although came to A1 with Firmware Update. It is the only function that I am missing. I hope the will support their flagship well.

[@PatrickReuterPhotography]

this plus the 900 Sec. BULP Mode please😊

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

I hope so too

[@jaysunkreuze1466]

Mark is the best source for tutorials on Sony bodies.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Thanks for the positive feedback

[@hans6304]

I hope this body will work flawlessly on the 200-600. Thank you, Mark for what you've done for us Alpha shooters.

[@hans6304]

@@Knypsterino Have you compared the 200-600 on the Riv and Rv? Thank you for confirming.

[@vettepwr23]

Same here. That's one of the reasons why I didn't keep my A7IVR.

[@fouuladvand48]

It is his job. He get's paid by Sony for doing that.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Sony pay a small retainer to Ambassadors to hashtag the images they post to social media. They do not pay Ambassadors to make eBooks, support videos, video reviews, respond to comments on social media or operate a Sony Alpha support channel < Patreon.com/markgaler >. Of the 400+ other Ambassadors you don't see many engaging with the Alpha community - because there is no obligation for them to do it?

[@fouuladvand48]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills Thanks for your explanation! I thought that the presentation videos would be paid!

[@davidgrover2665]

Great detailed video as always Mark very helpful - pulled the trigger in my A7RV order upgrading from my A7RIV - lots of improvements that I appreciate Many Thanks! 👍 p.s. looking forward to the eBook especially for all the variants in subject focus set up! 🤯

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Glad to help

[@michaelhe2956]

First time here. Instantly hooked to your review. Sharply detailed.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Glad you liked it!

[@user-to3xq2to8n]

Thanks for a great review, as always great detail and excellent explanation of features and great photo examples, especially the motogp shots. I attend a couple of motogp events each year but as a normal punter with no privileged trackside access I find I crop a lot of shots, even using the 200-600mm, so the big question for me in looking to upgrade from my A7iii is whether to go for the A7iv or this A7rv, how does the autofocus and tracking compare between the two, is the A7rv the best option in your opinion?

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

I think the A7RV offers better AF performance and better high ISO performance for sport if the A1 is beyond your budget.

[@user-to3xq2to8n]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills Many thanks for your reply. The question of budget is always a tough one, I can afford the A1 but I couldn't really justify the cost against the use I would give it!

[@POVwithRC]

The alleyway scene is doubly impressive because the camera was working against a bunch of wall art that is very distracting and may even come across as transient faces to a less well trained learning model.

[@redeyeguide1052]

Great Job ( as usual) mate. Very educational.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Glad you think so!

[@hariprasadkl2632]

You get everything about this topic in here❤️

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Thanks for the positive feedback

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Join me on Patreon for the best Alpha Support and Guidance. A single $10 Membership fee includes access to my 600-page camera-specific eBooks + Over twenty 1-hour member-only seminars + cameras settings files + access to the Raw files from the lens and camera reviews (there is no contract or commitment beyond the first month). www.patreon.com/markgaler Ultra HD Album of images: flic.kr/s/aHBqjAcDit Purchase Camera from B&H Photo: bhpho.to/3SDEoI6

[@jassenjackman3284]

Mark When will you have a book available for the A7RV?

[@steveo6740]

I was also wondering when the A7RV book will be ready. Can't take that long to make a 500+ page book, right? 😂

[@jassenjackman3284]

@@steveo6740 it’s been out for about a week, so less time than you might think.

[@steveo6740]

@@jassenjackman3284 Thanks Jassen but can you give me a link since I can't find it listed in the available books list. Thanks for your quick response!

[@steveo6740]

@@jassenjackman3284 Never mind, I found it in a different location!!! Duh...

[@jonnyquickalive]

are all your photos focus bracketing or are they just that sharp?

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

They are all that sharp as I don’t focus bracket

[@jonnyquickalive]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills Im jus teasing. I look up to ya pretty big. I have learned a lot from ya dn thank you for the work you put in

[@Isokay29]

Awesome review and what a great camera! if the Pixel shift feature works in APSC mode that would be brilliant!

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

The pixel shift multi-shoot feature works in APS-C mode. That means I could travel with my tiny E 11mm F1.8 APS-C lens and create ultra high resolution images.

[@Isokay29]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills superb! would you happen to have any sample images on your Flickr using this method?

[@edwing3948]

Thanks Mark, great review. Does the EVF blackout when shooting at high FPS? If yes, how did you get around this limitation when shooting fast sport action, especially when panning?

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

All the cameras I used between 1980 to 2017 had blackout so I got used to it, accepted it, until stacked sensors came along in April 2017. The A7RV does not have a stacked sensor. It does NOT have blackout when shooting with the drive Mode set to Hi+ but the problem with that is the Finder does not then have a live view - making panning fast moving subjects problematic. Dropping to the drive mode to Hi reinstates the live view and the blackout.

[@dubc.f_]

Sir, how could one become a Sony Alpha Ambassador ?.. ‘Any info would be very much appreciated. ‘Been shooting with Sony for 6 years now & I would like to take my passion, my knowledge of their products a step further if I may..

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

I was approached by Sony because I was a regular keynote speaker at photo conferences, had written 30 books for an International publisher and was contributing regularly to several magazines (where I frequently said nice things about Sony’s innovative camera designs). More recent (younger) influencers are often approached because they have over 100,000 followers or subscribers.

[@robertsaca3512]

My only gripes with the 7R5 are the menus taking a backwards step again (vs 7R4), they're frustrating. Also, no in-camera raw to jpg conversion like Nikon has had for two decades. 8K video would have been nice at full width, but a minor issue.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

The menus are considered to be much better - by most users and reviewers - once you get used to them. The camera is so customizable you really don't need the menus once the camera is set up (everything can be accessed via the Fn menu, MyMenu, Memory Recall and Custom Keys).

[@johntweedale271]

Surely we will get the subject tracking for the A1 with a firmware update and focus bracketing

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

The AI subject detection on the A7RV is handled by a dedicated and new AI processor- not sure how you would add this to an A1 without one.

[@andybcole]

Love your thoroughness - much appreciated.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Glad you like them!

[@ForrestWest]

Great video Mark! Are medium raw and medium aps-c mode the same size but one is still a full frame image and one is aps-c? So we get the shallow depth of field and bokeh of full frame with lower megapixels and not a cropped image in medium raw? Thank you for any information and best of luck to you!

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

APS-C mode is different from Small and medium Raw. APS-C mode crops the angle of view while small and medium Raw just lowers the pixel dimensions (resolution).

[@garysmith5838]

Excellent review of the features of the A7RV. I just purchased one and this video really helped me understand all of the great features.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Glad it was helpful!

[@thomaskearney9224]

Thanks for the great review of the R5. As an owner of lots of Superb A mount glass from the 90s does the LAEA 5 adapter work with this model?

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

I didn't have time to test it with the LA-EA5 but Sony will update its product compatibility on its own website. The LA-EA5 was compatible with the A7RIV and A1 so I would imagine the A7RV will be supported.

[@mariskapl278]

Hi Mark, Last week I bought the new Sony 7RV. And of course went out taking photographs! I have some pretty nice shots however I do have a question. I noticed that the photos on the LCD screen of the camera are much cleaner than when I download the RAW files into Photoshop. What is the best editor for this camera? Greetings from Melbourne.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

I use Lightroom-the images on the monitor are processed versions of the Raw images - shoot Raw + JPEG if you want a copy of how the camera would render the image.

[@ericrobinson8078]

The best review by far of the SonyA7R5 that I picked up yesterday. The information from Mark will allow me to get to grips with the camera and get the best out the new menu system and establish my workflow. Im upgrading from a SonyA7R3.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Glad it was helpful!

[@vikesbenbetter]

How are you getting along with the r5? I have an a7r2 and a7r3, considering moving to r5 or 7iv. Is it night and day from r3 or still using both?

[@ericrobinson8078]

HI. I too have a A7R2 and A7R3....The A7R5 is a bit of a leap given its newer and improved menu system. It's not going to make you a better photographer but it might in certain situations, wildlife and especially birds in flight, make you a more effective one due to the vastly improved auto focus and perceived reach. Given that almost every bird photograph I take is cropped in post the A7R5 with its 61MP sensor allows you to shoot 26MP images in APSC mode. The advantages are smaller file sizes, less cropping in post and complete auto focus coverage. I shoot with the Sony 200-600 often with a 1.4 extender. All this gives me an 'effective' 1200 ish lens outputting detailed 26MP images. @@vikesbenbetter

[@halsumerakin646]

Hi Mark, still waiting for a7rV pre settings like you did for a7rlll. I wonder if there be any for a7rV 1. Hand held lanscape, 2. Tripod mount lanscape, 3. Action, 4. Street photography. I am a member on your Web site (patrian) Thank you so much. Hal.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

These have been available since 2022 on my Patreon support channel - Patreon.com/markgaler

[@halsumerakin646]

@AlphaCreativeSkills Ok thanks Mark, I ll check it.

[@staceynolan48]

Great video!! In playback view is there a way to get rid of the green square on the eye? It's very annoying.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Yes the option is in the playback menu

[@staceynolan48]

​@@AlphaCreativeSkillsThank you!

[@DavidHernandez-fp4sw]

Great review as always, I’ll be waiting on your tests of this camera and the 200-600 lens. Thank you!

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

I mainly use my 100-400 GM and 400 F2.8 GM + 1.4x teleconverter for sport/action/wildlife. I did a full review of the 200-600 G and compared it to the 100-400 GM.

[@DavidHernandez-fp4sw]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills thank you, I purchased the A9M2 because I wanted to use the affordable reach of the 200-600, but had to sacrifice resolution, since the A7RIV could not play well with the lens, I’ll be looking out for a review that addresses this issue.

[@MannyG32968]

So many things to like about this new camera but one that sticks out is the new BULB timer option. Finally!

[@elho001]

The key question there is, whether it still drops dynamic range from 14 to 12 bit in BULB mode like the A7R IV, or not like the A7 IV...

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Its now 14 bits in BULB The online manual states the following: Resolution is limited to 12 bits in the following shooting modes: [Cont. Shooting] when [RAW File Type] is set to [Compressed]

[@andymiles5156]

Great review Mark. I’m so pleased Sony decided to continue with the existing sensor and put their development effort into the surrounding features instead. It’s a huge upgrade with many of the things I felt were always missing now in place. That new monitor arrangement will also allow use of a standard bracket whilst being able to rotate the screen, very clever. Does it have the capability to flip the screen around with it facing inwards against the camera for protection? One area I would like Sony to improve on is its custom settings management. I’d love to see an additional micro SD card slot or more in camera memory to hold more settings. (So I can also routinely format the second card slot). Then being able to select a memory position and use a dial to cycle through 20 or more memory settings with the name I have chosen for each appearing on the screen for a period of time. Keep the other two top dial positions for those priority memories. Imagine the settings packs you could create, particularly with all the AI customisation settings now available.😉

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Yes - you can flip it and set it to the body with the monitor protected. I also like your suggestion for more on-board memory (as my own workflow is driven by these memories - one of the reasons I have such a high hit rate of sharp images).

[@andymiles5156]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills Perfect, thank you for answering.

[@j16m02]

So good!! Thank you. Pre ordered and should be arriving in early Dec in time for Christmas!! Can't wait

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Have fun!

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Hi Mark, thanks for this great video! Do you know what the difference between the RAW Lossloss L and Compressed RAW is? I don't think I completely understood the slide you showed with the different settings. Thanks.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Compressed Raw uses a lossy compression in a similar way that the JPEG format uses lossy compression (except Sonys Raw compression is much higher quality and big depth). Lossless compression uses a compression algorithm that loses no image quality, in a similar fashion to Adobe’s lossless DNG raw compression.

[@翠始皇]

It's a shame Sony decide to use the same sensor as A7R4. Guess my good old a7R 3 is going to stick around for another 5 years.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Still good enough to capture the fastest thing on two wheels and create a print bigger than I am.

[@amritgurung1473]

1000 votes dude.

[@draughonc]

With all of the new features: focus stacking, bulb functions and AI AF, I'll be upgrading from my A7r3. Oh yeah, the flippy screen is almost the most important for my low, extreme close shots.

[@BrianKushner]

Thanks Mark. This is the only place someone needs to go for a Sony review.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Thanks for the positive feedback - Through a sense of duty I watched four other reviews, which were not at all bad, but couldn't help noticing how much presenters talk to camera while not showing photos.

[@sansinutube]

How does it compare to Fuji GFX100s for low light and dynamic range?

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

It compares very well - you would struggle to notice the differences in my opinion, so it comes down to the feature list and available lenses. Sony also makes the sensor for the GFX 100

[@johnscott1372]

Thanks for all your helpful setup videos Mark. I was curious if you tried this new focus system on motorcycles? I'm a motorcyclist like yourself and often shoot bikes at shows and on the road. I'm hoping that maybe the car mode can also do bikes.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

All of the Motorcycles in this video were captured with the A7RV and I discuss how the Car/Train subject detection worked with bikes in this review

[@johnscott1372]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills Yes I saw, that but the camera was focused on the riders helmets. I was curious if the camera could grab focus on the nose of the bike, similar to the way it locks on to the nose of a car or train. For example, there's a crowd milling around a show bike and I want the camera to not accidentally lock on to a face that's around the bike I'm trying to photograph. I know you didn't have a lot of time with this camera for another detailed set up video but I thought I'd ask if you tried that type of scenario. My A7R V arrives in a few days I can't wait. This camera addressed all the shortcomings of my R IV.

[@DCCSound]

Haha, as a fellow engineer I work with the guy pictured @ 5:36, small world.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

He probably didn't notice me photographing him as I still had the 400 GM attached as I returned from the circuit to the media centre.

[@grassrootsphotographysean4474]

Please Mark, one question, A7RV or the A1?

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

That was the last question I addressed in this one-hour video tutorial. I attempt to match the individual photographers needs to the most appropriate camera body and lenses on my Patreon.com/markgaler support channel. Without knowing what type of photographer you are, this question can sound a bit like 'which colour is better, red or blue?'

[@greasyflight6609]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills Blue

[@christopherthompson4464]

Brilliant. Thx.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Glad you liked it!

[@bravo_zulu]

Thank you for the detailed review. I enjoyed every minute of it. Fantastic camera with amazing resolution and capabilities. It almost feels like cheating!

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Thanks for the positive feedback

[@malekdeen]

What a great Sony camera

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

One of the best

[@malekdeen]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills yes I'm just confused between the a7rv and the A1

[@jws6181]

Hey Mark, looks a great camera the 4 ax flip/tilt lcd, 8stops ibis,the better AF...but i'm thinking of a A9III with those extras and a 33mgp stacked sensor 20+ fps and only a electronc shutter and a improved tracking...a use the A9 at the moment(a still love it) only a better EVF should be great🤗 thanks for all the usefull info...👍greets from the Netherlands

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

I always saw the A1 as the update to the A9II but maybe Sony have plans for an A9III

[@jws6181]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills According to some youtube channels,but they are rumors then....

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

A person who actually knows what is coming more than a few days ahead of time has signed a non disclosure agreement with Sony. if they break this agreement they would lose either their job or a sizeable amount of their assets in the resulting court case with Sony. Some minor products are shown to the trade ahead of time but a significant camera release such as an A9III would not. SAR generally only has accurate information a day or two prior to the release when a reviewer, who doesn't care whether they will be allowed to review future Sony products or not, sends SAR info about the camera they are reviewing. Everything else is just wild speculation.

[@madcat1007]

Hi Mark. Great video. Thanks. Just joined your patreon and downloaded the ebook to computer. However it will not download to phone. Phone says file is damaged or corrupted. I am using Adobe Acrobat. Any ideas?

[@suitcafe]

I don't have any camera for quite sometime. Looking at this in addition to Canon R5, Nikon Z8. No sports shooting. Mostly photos of fabrics, mannequins wearing mens fashions. Video for KZbin. I have narrowed it down to these 3. For my application what would work best?

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

As a Sony Ambassador you could really only expect me to answer that by suggesting the Sony. The A7RV is, however, a high-end high-resolution camera that may be overkill for your needs when the entry-level full-frame A7IV or APS-C A6700 would meet your needs just as well. 60 megapixels is useful for photographers making exhibition size prints, shooting 8K videos or need to crop really tightly in post-production editing because there 400mm lens was simply not long enough.

[@suitcafe]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills thanks for the explanation. I will not be doing any of the things you mentioned. Vast majority is for online consumption.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

I would start with an A6700 and only spend more if this camera did not meet your needs.

[@edwintan73]

I m a hybrid user both video n photos for stock images, I already own a7s3. May I seek your advise,Shall I get the a7r5 or go with a1?

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

The A1 has better video and sports specs but the A7RV has some better focus features for tracking slower moving subjects (anything other than sports).

[@jerrycurl502]

Hey Mark. Thanks for making this movie. I'm typically shoot sports but I also want to get into portraits. I simply cannot spend 6500 for an A1. I think I can swing 4000 for the r5. I really like the high resolution and love cropping way in on players faces. Would the R5 make a good sports camera? Keep in mind I want to start portrait photography as well.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

The action images in this review were all captured with this camera but if I was a sports photographer that could not afford the A1 I would choose the A9ll

[@jerrycurl502]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills thank you for your response. I have read rumors about a sony a9iii. Have you heard anything about that camera?

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

I have signed an NDA (None Disclosure Agreement).

[@scotter0524]

Does the A7RV have a zero blackout viewfinder?

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

In Hi+ drive mode there is no blackout but it is not a live view. In the regular drive modes (which provides a live view) there is blackout. You only get a real-time live view with zero blackout with cameras shooting sports/action when using electronic shutters. The cameras using stacked CMOS sensors have distortion free shooting when using electronic shutters. e.g,. A9, A9II, A1 and Nikon Z9

[@rubendeloof2371]

Hi, I'm curious, which of the two cameras, between the sony a1 and a7R v has the most photos in focus (at the same burst speed) when a subject quickly walks towards or away from the camera. I have already seen more than 10 reviews, but no one has done this test yet. It would be fantastic to seen this. I think maybe the most interesting test...

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

The A1 for fast sports/action. Walking is not fast sports action so the difference would be very very close

[@rubendeloof2371]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills , should the a7R V then be fast enough for people that are running towards the camera? and maybe a biker at 20mph?

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Some of the bikes you see in this video are travelling over 100mph - if you are looking for in-depth guidance to help you choose the most appropriate camera to meet your needs join me on Patreon.com/markgaler

[@jaymzcheong6582]

Is Sony A7RIV with 200-600G still delivering top performance photo result?

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

It did not suddenly get any worse on the announcement of the A7RV - the sensor of the new RV looks to be very similar to that of the RIV so don't expect to see nay major differences in IQ at lower ISO values.

[@wesfoulds47]

I having low light noise problems

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

I have a resolution and noise seminar on my Patreon.com/markgaler support channel

[@keithsmathers9815]

Waiting on A93...or reduced cost to A1.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

They may discount the current A1 when news of a new A1 is coming. The current A1 will be two years old in March next year. That's an old age pensioner in the life of a Sony camera model.

[@sh8736]

Would like an A93 too 😊

[@glathoppa]

Looks to be an excellent camera. My only gripe so far is the very slow rate at which focus 'bracketing' (stacking) records frames. I had envisaged the same rates as A7R4 Hi and Hi+ burst modes, which continuous autofocus follows without overly frequent problems. Such high rates might (but only might) enable at least some automatic focus bracketing success when hand-held macro shooting live insects when they (all too often very briefly) stop fidgeting or the object they're attached to isn't being moved by wind. Use of a tripod is usually impracticable in my experience. Sadly, the ponderously slow focus bracketing frame capture rate I've seen in demo videos will greatly reduce or even destroy the probability of successful hand-held stacked macro of fidgeting and/or frequently wind blown live insects. Stills creation from 8k video is another potentially useful feature. Is the Sony in-camera 'Photo Capture' feature available in the A7R5 playback menu? How good is the quality? I'm still investigating alternative screen or frame capture methods which achieve zero or minimal loss of quality. Any comments regarding that would be much appreciated. Thanks!

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Consider subscribing to Mark’s Patreon.com/markgaler support channel for answers to complex questions. Admin Team for Mark Galer

[@Someone-lc6dc]

I really have a dilemma here. Part of me feels that I don’t need 61mpix, so the A7m4 would be a better fit, but I do like other upgrades that the a7r5 comes with… I guess the next generation of the m line will have tons of those upgrades from the r line, but it won’t come out anytime soon.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

You have the option to shoot in Small or Medium Raw on the A7RV. If you shoot movies the 60p footage is slightly better on the A7M4. The high ISO performance is also slightly better on the A7M4

[@Someone-lc6dc]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills thanks, Mark! ideally, a camera with 40mpix would be the sweetest spot for me; perhaps we’ll see one like that one day I’m also not sure if my laptop can process a7r5 files… with 8gb or RAM (can’t upgrade), an SSD, and an i5 cpu, it might be a rough game to play

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Unless you are prepared to upgrade your computer I think 33 Megapixels is as big as you want to go

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

For ongoing support and advice check out my support channel at Patreon.com/markgaler

[@Someone-lc6dc]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills I was afraid you were gonna say this

[@BrookePatricia]

I’m debating between the a1 and 7rv. Considering I’m a college student I much rather go for the cheaper option. But can anyone tell me why the a1 is more than the 7rv even though the a1 is much older? This is the most money I’ve spent on gear and want to make sure I make the right decision

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

The Stacked sensor of the A1 is 'next generation' sensor technology while the A7RV uses a more conventional backlit imaging sensor

[@meccabolic]

Great review, do you know if it's possible to zoom in to check focus while using full time dmf? On the a7riv I can press a button to zoom in and have a little crosshair in dmf, but it's not continuous focus, it'd be cool if we could have that little zoomed crosshair and AFC at the same time.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Full Time DMF is not really used to check focus (that is the preserve of the DMF drive mode with Magnify enabled in the menus)

[@basiljose6233]

Is this camera compatible with 200-600mm lens?? Sony a7r4 is not compatible with 200-600mm lens... Can I get pin sharp images from this two combo??If possible please reply..

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

I have yet to test this combination- all the reviewers got very limited time with this camera prior to the announcement. I chose the 400GM, 100-400, 70-200 and 135 and then ran out of time.

[@basiljose6233]

Thanks Mark for your reply. Actually I have Sony a7r4 camera with 200-600mm lens. I have facing blurry and sharp image issues. I didn't get pin sharp images from this two combo. I am still worry..because If I buy a7rv, will the same a7r4 issue coming or not??

[@sanjaykcool]

Very useful review Mark. To implement this in A1 the RV chip will not be sufficient but it will have to handle 10 fps to 30 fps three times load. Does such fast DDRAM or Cache chip exist ? Even with parallel processing about 3 times capacity will be required. The cost will be huge. And battery drainage? It will be complete redesign.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

If the AI can't be done with the existing chip, the AI processor will almost certainly be updated and added added to the A1 MKII in 2023. It's just a matter of time.

[@guidoaijkens]

In my search for reviews, this is the one that gives me all the information I need, thanks! It will however be difficult choosing between the A1 and the A7RV..)

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Glad it was helpful!

[@infrarouge75]

Attention. DXO software can work ONLY with full true RAW File. NOT with Medium RAW in 26Mpix!!!!!!! is the BIG problem of this camera. No software work with M-RAW file.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

_-Raw is a new file format that DxO need to support. This is possible with a future DxO software update. Maybe this question would be better placed on a DxO forum as I am sure they won't read the comments below a Camera review video.

[@DarrenRowse]

Was a bit worried I'd have some regrets for getting my A1 a few months back after seeing this but I'm still happy I went that way. I do hope that Sony add the focus bracketing to the A1 in a firmware and am excited to see what they do with a future Mark II to that camera - the articulating screen would definitely be very handy for the kind of work I do.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Sony have worked on approximately a 24 month product cycle for the R cameras. if they repeat this with the A1 we should be due a new camera around March next year. Hopefully Sony will share some of the love with the existing A1. I repeatedly ask Sony to be kind to A1 owners.

[@DarrenRowse]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills fingers crossed!

[@greasyflight6609]

You bought a Sony Alpha One....I'm thinking you are good Sir.

[@taylorhickman84]

As a macro shooter, I would love a focus bracketing option on the A1.

[@misreb1]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills hope so but given the a9iii has not been released 4 years later, maybe sony will prioritise it over the a1ii.

[@cohoonatube]

Late to the game, but thank you for such a wonderful overview! Traded my A7IV for this FF, MF, and APS-C workhorse! Wish I'd known about all the improvements and MRAW / 26mp Crop Mode before buying the M4. Everything (aside from fps) I was underwhelmed by on the A7IV now has me smiling ear to ear on this amazing "R" variant. Thanks again!

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Thanks for the positive feedback

[@dclark92064]

As per usual your review was extremely thorough and balanced. Thanks.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

I appreciate that!

[@PhillipGregoryMusic]

hi mark, how do i use my raw files withg photoshop or lightroom? when i try to import it says the files are not compatible. any feedback would be great.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Sony's free Imaging Edge while you wait for the next update to Lightroom (can't be far away now)

[@creambun1963]

hi can i put all the 16 pics from pixel shift in seperate folder in camera like we can do in the bracketing cheers

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Not sure if that is an option yet

[@IRFAN-po5sz]

I have a7Cii and A7RV, there is hell of difference in between two. 61 mp picture is mind bellowing, 33mp picture of A7Cii looks garbage in front of a7rv. Nothing is overkill, it is truly beast camera. In terms of photography there is no Second option. I laughed when I read people comments that 61mp overkill.😀

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

8.3 Megapixels is displayed on a 4K screen so the primary advantage of the high resolution sensors is people who own 8K monitors/TVs, print very very large or crop very tightly in post-production editing. I own the A7CII as a second camera and the 33 Megapixel sensor is far from 'garbage'.

[@artmaltman]

Hi Mark. Recently I considered upgrading A7iv to A7RV. What perplexed me was the value of moving from 33mp to 61mp. I understand all the newer better features of the A7RV but I could not see 61mp being an advantage other than cropping, and there are disadvantages. And I do prefer the feel of the smaller A7iv. In real world viewing or even printing, do you see advantage of 61mp vs 33mp? Perhaps there is more of a medium format look? Thank you.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

I have an A1, A7CII and A6700 because I don't need all my cameras to have ultra-high resolution. I provide my Patrons on Patreon.com/markgaler with Raw files they can download from my camera reviews so they can assess whether they need more megapixels. I also offer the opportunity to discuss a Patron's personal needs on the Q&A forums (Premium Plus members). This is a conversation rather than just a quick yes or no answer.

[@joelbarto1103]

Hi Mark. I've had this camera for a year now and because the on-off switch is "looser" than my older Sony bodies it often gets bumped into the on position. I can't find a setting that powers the camera down when it's inactive for a period of time (only to blacken the display). Does such a setting exist? Thanks for the always informative videos!

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

There are power settings in the setup menu, but the most common cause of premature battery drain is leaving Bluetooth on (which disables the timed power shut down). I offer full support on my Patreon.com/markgaler support channel.

[@mickue]

Exellent Review. As a nikon shooter I was suprised to see how many features of the A7rV are promoted, that are pretty standard in nikon Z cameras since the the beginning. Such als M and S size raws (uncompressed unlike Sony), focus shift, update via card or even manual focus override. Honestly, this body makes me thinking of switching to sony as nikon still doesn't have a "pro body" below the Z9 (which is too big and too expansive for me).

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Nikon only survives because Sony are prepared to sell them with sensors. I was surprised Sony would provide them with a stacked sensor similar to the ones Sony use in their own A1. Investing long-term in a company that does not manufacture sensors you would have to hope this good relationship extends far into the future.

[@mickue]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills I heard this argument for such an long time and so often. It seems to float most sony user's boat because every time I mention to be a Nikon shoter, the first thing I hear from a Sony shoter is "You knwo that Nikon uses Sony sensors?!" Kind of seems to fit for you, too, as your replay has literally no relation to my post. How ever I never wasted even one secound about thinking, that nikon will go down because sony won't sell them sensors. Sony Semiconductor Solutions Group has their own aims. But again thx for your great video I really enjoyed. I have a further question: Acording to Sony's Spec the A7RV can do 8fps in Hi-Mode. Is it true, that the 8fps are only possible in full resolution and the fps drops if M-raw is active?

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Any comparison between choosing Nikon or Sony was relevant to my answer - I used to be a Nikon shooter and don't have any axe to grind. I am just aware that our major investment, as photographers, is in glass and not the cameras. I am not paid by Sony to comment on these forums - simply to hashtag my images when posting images to social media. Minolta owners were only spared when Minolta shut up shop because Sony took over their lens mount. As the camera market shrinks further it is only to be expected that some more manufacturers will shut up shop. Watch the stock market to see who will go under next. I hope Nikon will be around for many decades into the future but they went through a bad patch a few years back where they posted consecutive yearly losses and pulled out of trading in many countries. I have no inside knowledge about what Sony will, and will not, do with their sensors in the years to come, but they have held back sensors for their own Alpha use in the last decade, e.g. no other company has ever been supplied with the 12 MP A7S sensor. This means that camera companies who do not make sensors have to go cap in hand to one of the very few companies that make modern sophisticated backlit and stacked sensors.

[@garrettstevensen2467]

I can’t wait to see how you add your patented PAL settings to this camera. Is this your new primary workhorse? Or are you staying with the A1 as the ONLY camera you travel with?

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

That's a great question. My choice of camera is influenced not just by own personal preferences but as my role as an Ambassador. I have used an A7IV at many of the events I cover 9that I would normally have used my A1 for) for the last 12-months as I prepared the 500-page eBook for my Patrons and became completely familiar with the camera. My last two-week location shoot in Nevada and California used the FX30 and A7IV as the primary focus was making movies and not stills. I valued having the 7IV as my hybrid camera because I could assign three memories for stills, 3 more for movies and 3 more for S&Q using the new sub-dial. The A1 got left at home. When I go to India in January I intend to travel very very light and will use the A7C or any new pre-production camera that Sony let me have ...but only off it is an upgrade to the A7C or an upgrade to the A6600. For me there is no one perfect camera, because I shoot so many genres in so many different styles. I prefer to travel very light, but I am not averse to carrying an A1 or A7RIV with a 400mm f/2.8 prime if the circumstances dictate the need for larger and heavier gear.

[@alantay9409]

Another great review. Sony keep pumping out new camera! I am still waiting for my Fx30. Now should I cancel Fx30 to buy this new full frame? How is this camera compared to FX30?

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

If you don't shoot stills then the FX30 may be the camera to go for. The 7RV and 7IV ar hybrid cameras and the RV shoots 60p in Full frame but no 120p 4K. You would need an A1 or A7S to do this but the A1 has no flippy screen.

[@RobertsIslandLivingAdventures]

Hi, I have the R4 and FX3. I think if I only had one, I would choose the R4. But the FX3 does have advantages, for video. The resolution is low, but perfect for 4k videos. All the controls are set up for video, but can take stills as well. So it may depend on what your main focus is, video or stills.

[@wxyz237]

You were quick with this Mark! Excellent detailed review (as usual). I wish I could find something to hate about the A7RV so that I wouldn't need to buy one...

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

I enjoyed reviewing this camera more than I thought I would (I own an A1 which is hard to fault). The cleverness of the AI subject detection made me smile on more than a few occasions, i.e, detecting the human on top of a motorcycle when they are not separated and detecting animals and birds behind obstacles when using a wide focus area. I could, of course, jut put a spot on a moving target with my A1 but it is good to see a camera doing all of the hard work through Machine Learning or AI (whatever the accurate term is).

[@ronald7482]

Very good video Will the 85mm 1.8 perform as good as the GMii on this camera?

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

The 85mm F1.8 is an excellent lightweight Portrait Prime, but it is not comparable to a GM II - check out my review of the GM2 lens: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kIvYfYqfbaZgjaM

[@TwoIndians]

Mark, great video. I’ve been using this camera for a couple months and am having some issues with focus on photo for MotoAmerica events. Can you give me some input how to get the focus to lock on a moving bike that appears quickly with virtually only a few seconds to lock and shoot. Yes this is very fast camera but I just don’t think I have the right selection and detection settings. Thanks for your help

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

This is not a quick question to answer on a KZbin forum. I offer detailed guidance in my Alpha Support channel which includes an eBook and CAMSET file - Patreon.com/markgaler

[@TwoIndians]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills thanks! I'll take a look tonight!

[@TwoIndians]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills can you point me to a specific video or section? LOL, I'm shooting this weekend and need some help. Happy to subscribe as well.

[@quinmarais9068]

It's interesting that the 'V" can recognise tigers @40:02 Mark - my A7S3 can't recognise either of my pedigree Bengal cats as 'cats' at all (in animal mode)? Nor can it recognise motorcycle riders helmets either in any mode...

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

The AI Processor of the A7RV is the major difference here.

[@PaweChyl]

What I really like about Mark’s reviews is a pragmatic view. What you can achieve with the hardware. Other KZbinrs tend to focus on things (or one thing I shall say) which are not perfect, creating this illusion that product is rubbish. But you show how to use camera to achieve great results. Thanks to your A1 video I decided to buy it and I am very happy. Thank you for your work and providing us with long but very informative videos. One thing though, I see different features added to the latests cameras, which seem to me to be purely software/firmware. I wonder if you have any idea if Sony is planning to provide us with those features via firmware update. For example breathing compensation or more autofocus options to A1?

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

I have sent lots of emails to Sony requesting updates for the A1. The AI Subject Detection, however, is driven by an AI processor the A1 does not have.

[@michaellarsson]

Best new release video on KZbin as always, thanks Mark. I got mine today ! Tonight I will be figuring out about focus bracketing. First few attempts resulted in 20 images with no movement of the focus plane... :)

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Check the lens is set to AF and not MF. I only tested this using two Sony lenses so I am unsure if the camera will be able to perform this with non-Sony lenses.

[@michaellarsson]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills I tried manual and all focus modes with the 50mm GM. I will get the hang of it eventually. Thank you for your reply Mark.

[@Bo_Hazem]

What is shocking to me is V60 cards can record up to 400Mbps 8K 4:2:0 10bit (max). I would get a pair for either 512GB or 1TB Sabrent SDXC cards that are relatively cheap to have simultaneously record in both for weddings and most works, slap in a CFexpress A when high FPS photography is needed. Also many people talk about S-Cinetone, which is a great profile, but HLG on my A7SIII has been the go to, error-free, closer to SLog2 but with a much higher, cleaner shadow recovery and being HDR-ready as you can play with luminance in SDR as you wish.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Thanks for your input.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

These are some good options that you have outlined :-)

[@Bo_Hazem]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills Glad to share!

[@georgewelch2366]

Mark, wonderful review as always. A strange question - does the Steady Shot quiet the viewfinder for someone like me with a significant essential tremor? My OM’s IS will let me get a sharp shot, but does not steady the viewfinder prior to the exposure.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

It should steady the finder view when you engage the AF, e.g., half-press the shutter release or press the AF-On button.

[@georgewelch2366]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills Thanks Mark. Yes, I knew that from having Sony’s in the past. My tremors are worsening and I heard the A7R5’s IBIS was particularly good.

[@truliapro7112]

This is best sport and wildlife camera. Thanks for such nice review.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Glad you like it!

[@cristinacoltro4517]

Thank you so much for this fantastic video review. Amazing photos, always.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

My pleasure!

[@creambun1963]

hi in focus insect mode i am getting large white box in either small point med large settings then goes to small box then green but by time this is green the insect is gone i have tried all diferent settings but it starts with this large white box can this large i mean its 2/3 rds of view area the viewfinder

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

The white box indicates subject recognition has found the insect - use a Zone AF area and let the camera find the head.

[@creambun1963]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills I turned sensitive down a bit and it's better now cheers

[@pentagramyt417]

I use A7-IV, my main genre where I would like to monetize the work is obviously wildlife, but for some reasons I have to start with sport photography. I read your opinions to some questions down there, but I am now wondering which way should I go, as I suppose stacked sensor is clearly a winner to achiving sharp photos in burst sequence (you said, it's going to be mixed sharp/unsharp with BSI sensor). But now, if we compare the systems, is Stacked sensor for like OM-1 the same quality as for A1/A9III? Because you could choose A7-IV with BSI sensor, and then OM-1 with Stacked sensor (7,8 ms readout), then what would be the benefit for each? Would you go stacked sensor no matter what system? OM-1, Z8.. and so on.. (PS: Bokeh, ISO handling... blah blah blah... --> those info aside.. I just want to talk there about the sensor) I invested a lot to Sony gear, so the choice should be A9-III as it has pre-capture, for wildlife and I could combine it to the sport as it has stacked sensor. But then OM-1 is also having that type of sensor (prrobably MUCH less stickier but still..) for the 33% of the price. It's complicated...

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

The Micro four-thirds sensor of the OM-1 is four times smaller than that of a full-frame sensor - thereby reducing its dynamic range and high ISO performance. I can provide one-on-one guidance on my Patreon.com/markgaler Alpha support channel as this is a conversation rather than a yes/no answer.

[@pentagramyt417]

​@@AlphaCreativeSkills Sure, it has a lot of downsides beeing compared to FF! Thanks, will check out! :)

[@creambun1963]

Hi on the a7rv i have set custom mode in 1 but can't set a manual white balance states not available in memory recall mode i am sure it was working before what can i do please

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

You cannot register a custom white balance in a Memory. Modify a Memory Preset such as Kelvin and then register that. I offer personal guidance on my Patreon.com/markgaler support channel

[@creambun1963]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills so I have to switch back to m mode take a reading then switch back to my custom mode surely should be fixed in a update

[@SlavGuns]

wow, some truly insane shots! Thanks Mark!

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Many thanks! I only got the camera for just over a week, but I did my best to push this camera to its limits.

[@stavrosk.2868]

Focus bracketing....is there not a freely available Sony software program for this?

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

No but I have a video tutorial on Focus Bracketing

[@cameraprepper7938]

I just swapped one of my Sony A7RIV Cameras to the Sony A7RV, now after many hours in the menu system, it is becoming pretty easy to use, I really like the EVF !!! I also like the IBIS a lot and the bird´s eye detection and he shuuter that closes when shifting Lenses, so now I just have to save up money for a second Sony A7RV or wait a bit to see if the Sony A7RVI soon will arrive !

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

I am pleased you are enjoying the A7RV - you may have to wait for more than a year to see an A7RVI, as the 'next cabs off the rank' are likely to be the A1 MKII or A7V.

[@cameraprepper7938]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills Yes, I also thought so, the rules for import of products to the EU with AI and more have delayed many electronic devices worldwide. I may just buy an other A7RV when I have saved a bit ☺

[@Mattrossphoto]

Sick sick sick shots! Incredible Mark

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

It's always good to hear that photographers have noticed my use of photos in a review. I see so many reviews where the reviewer has forgotten, or couldn't be bothered, to show any photos they took with the camera, or show photos that don't really showcase the new features.

[@Mattrossphoto]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills I think it’s fairly obvious you’re a master photographer, hopefully Sony is grateful, don’t think any other camera company has a guy like you out there

[@Eric_492]

Dang it Mark… my wife is going to kill me. 😂

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Maybe a trip to the jewellers first is called for.

[@erg1450]

Mark , your videos cost me a lot of money , well spent anyway.....I saw a comment from a user that returned this camera because, in his assessment, fine tuning the eye AF was not as straight forward as he has hooped to be to accomplish what he had seen advertised in terms of AF accuracy, another pro that specializes in Birds in Flght claims that the AF works really well within a 40 yard distance, but, beyond that it struggles, I would be really interested to hear about your own experience about these two use cases . I currently have the original A7RIV and used mostly at sports events (soccer, baseball), and my keeper rate is less than 70% (with the 100-400 GM), my motivation to replace it by the RV would be an improved AF performance and the options to shoot RAW at medium and low settings (the full frame raw files are huge !!!)

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

My conclusion at the end of this video suggests the A1 is the best choice for sports/action & birds in flight and the A7RV for partly obscured/camouflaged wildlife. I offer extended support via my Alpha support channel - Patreon.com/markgaler

[@erg1450]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills Mark, you are right, I missed the last part of your video, my bad. I was assuming that since you were showing examples of fast moving motorcycles, you were also endorsing A7RV abilities to do sports. I am still looking into RV as a potential photo/video cam, and came across a post from PM-R-TV that is using Tracking On as a good means to configure and use his RV for sports (basketball in the sample he shows), for video, have tried this option ? kzbin.info/www/bejne/apqpdGx4eLuVZ7s

[@Bj0ern]

Hi, thanks for the review! I mainly shoot motorcycles on the racetrack and occasionally on the road and didn't consider this camera, until I saw your thumbnail ;) At the moment I'm using an A9 and I was thinking about the A1 or if it comes anytime soon an A9 Mark 3. Would you recommend using this camera (A7RV) for shooting motorcycles? Most of the time with the Sony 70-200GM2 and 200-600mm Sony GM.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

You will come back with the hero images but if sport is your main passion you want the A1 or a higher resolution A9III that allows you to shoot in APS-C mode. With any camera that does not have a stacked sensor there will always be sharp images and slightly less sharp images in any burst sequence. Only the cameras featuring stacked sensors will have all the images in a sequence rendered sharp.

[@jacquesvandenhoorn4762]

Dear Mark, Another great and honest review. Thank you!

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

My pleasure!

[@YNajjar]

Did anyone feel the body get warm with normal shooting? I’m trying to figure out why mine is getting warm. Thanks!

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Movies or stills?

[@YNajjar]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills Stills only. With or without an SD card ( because I thought I need a faster SD card but it’s not the case) pressing the shutter to take photos makes the body noticeably warmer above its room temp, and it happens when a couple of minutes.

[@bogdannecula]

You sir was my inspiration when I've got on a6400, a6600, and now I'm planning my move to FF a7RV. Thanks for valuable information your sharing!

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Great to hear!

[@SlipstreamCreativeAgency]

Hi Mark, I love your detail. I'm having desperate trouble connecting the A7RV to Image Edge/Smartshooter4 on my imac which is 2 years old. I had the A7RIV so I seem to have all the settings correct. Is there a known difference with the V you know of that I might have missed? Appreciate any help. Tim

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Imaging Edge should be OK but I can’t speak for a Tether Tools application as that would be a question for their support desk.

[@SlipstreamCreativeAgency]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills thanks Mark but it won't connect to Image Edge. Image Edge shows me the camera name (final cut also opens the import window) which suggests I'm connected to the computer but when I click the name of the camera in the image Edge window I get the message box saying to change the PC remote settings so it's not making sense. What's your thoughts on it? Have you connected successfully?

[@ProjectileGrommet]

I love that you can see the people in the Lemur’s eye

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Got o love all of that fine detail :-)

[@davidligon6088]

Yours is always the definitive review for Sony. Thanks. My first question is, “Does focus breathing compensation work with focus bracketing?” My second question is “Did Sony fix the ‘star eater’ filtering issue, or give us a way to disable filtering?

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

I experienced focus breathing with my 50mm Macro lens in my Focus Stacking test so had to rely on Photoshop's Auto-Align feature to overcome the differences found in the individual files. The Focus breathing Compensation lens correction option in the menus only appears when you change from shooting stills to shooting movies. I was not able to incorporate an Astro test in the short time I was allowed with the pre-production model. I haven't heard many people complaining about this issue for a couple of years now. I didn't notice it when testing the FE 14mm F1.8 GM but I am not a specialist Astro shooter.

[@davidligon6088]

@@AlphaCreativeSkills Thanks. Focus compensation with focus bracketing seems like an obvious, useful, and easy to implement feature. My experience is that neither Photoshop, nor Helicon do a great job of warping images with focus breathing distortion for focus stacking. Could just be my lack of skill. ;)

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

It was OK on that test I did of the skeleton of the bird but I would anticipate it would be a problem in some instances.

[@RyanREAX]

If you put the camera in RAW medium does it crop like apsc mode or is it full sensor read out at 26mp?

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Full sensor Medium Raw is an option - there was a chart in the presentation that showed pixel dimensions and file sizes for all of the various raw formats (Full-Frame and APS-C)

[@zakelwe]

I've got an old A5100 with some sigma lens ( 19mm and 30mm) and it has done me great service over the years, though rather based up now. Quite frankly I am amazed at the tech in this camera in comparison, but not only that your expertise in getting all that tech out of it both in the camera, your eye for detail and the software. The problem is that I just use it for food photography, the food is the passion and I do "enough" to make the photos make it look even better ( or perhaps less worse would be more apt ! ). I like bikes as wdell and so a comparison is that this camera is like a motogp bike and you are one of the riders, I am like the guy who wobbles around roundabouts in the rain hoping the front end does not slide and no tankslappers please. This camera would be wasted on me I have come to realise. Keep up the good work.

[@AlphaCreativeSkills]

Thanks for following me