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[@learningcameras]

Who thinks the A7III is still worth picking up??? Also, just found this deal with like $100's of free gear with an A7III: adorama.rfvk.net/dX1G3

[@Ehsan-Yousaf]

Keep it up good work sir

[@dawidss2834]

sony a7iii or e-m1 mark ii?

[@learningcameras]

Definitely the A7III because of the larger sensor. Huge difference in low light performance and the A7III has better AF

[@dawidss2834]

@@learningcameras hmm if you can buy e-m1 mark with 12-40 pro for 1200 Euro vs only body a7iii for 1400 euro? Which camera would you choose

[@dawidss2834]

@@yesmanyesmanyes Thank you for the quick reply

[@parthabapi1]

Even now during April 2024 I have bought this Sony A7iii with 28=70mm kit lens and Tamron 70-300 RXD iii lens and have found your comments are perfectly true and fitting. Thank you from India.

[@robertgiguere875]

I upgraded to the a7iii 2 years ago from the a7ii. ( main reasons 1. Battery life, 2. Auto tracking). This is a great camera and buying better glass is all you need

[@EscapeSquad]

best camera of the decade and will be relevant for 5 ore years!!!still using the a7rii with amazing resukts as well!

[@Juventinos]

100% not true.

[@Life_Is_A...]

How's the screen treating you on that a7rii. Did it come off yet.

[@EscapeSquad]

@@Life_Is_A... no it is in perfect condition like new with a 7$ tempered glass installed!! The camera performs amazing for being 4 years old and for 900$ used I don't think you can get anything better

[@donzokor5312]

@@Life_Is_A... oh quit it! did it come off yet LMAO....I own 2 of them with over 100,000 pics on each and not one single issue....

[@SgtMars]

@@donzokor5312 he's probably salty that even now, three years later he can't afford it. I've used a Canon and Nikon in the past and jumped to Sony. This is hands the BEST sub $2k FF camera.

[@tomirwinphoto]

It’s the 3rd Party e-mount glass from Tamron, Sigma, Viltrox, Samyang and Tokina make Sony the hands down value leader. Compare the cost of a 3 or 4 lens package from Nikon or Canon against comparable e-mount options and the cost difference is staggering. What you can get for $3,000-$3500 from Tamron/Sigma for e-mount would cost upward of $8000 from Nikon or Canon. Buy the a7iii now, load up on e-mount glass and in 2021 the a7IV will leapfrog the R6/Z6 performance.

[@bobbyd12]

@Gabriel Rafi Just search for Tamron e mount lenses. Some of the best quality for the price.

[@UAE410]

@Gabriel Rafi chick tamron 24-75 it will be good start and also sony 90mm it will take you to expert level

[@cj7073]

What about the Apsc

[@PhilbertWilliams]

I can use this video to remind some peeps that regardless of the "flaws", this camera is the catalyst for the sub 2k full frame mirrorless goodness we can enjoy from all manufacturers today.. it's crazy that it's already 3 years..

[@mtruman42]

Bought a used A7ii a few months ago to decide whether I really wanted to go mirrorless. Fell in love with it immediately and after a couple weeks replaced the kit 28-70 with a Tamron 28-75. Followed that with Tamron 70-300 and 17-29. Super happy with this lens combo! Lightweight, inexpensive and amazing performance. All that said, I’m now getting ready to put the a7ii back on eBay and pick up an a7iii body. Wish I’d done that initially, but c’est la vie. After all of the amazing reviews and recent comparisons like this one, I have no question about my decision!

[@jamiermathlin]

I have had my A7iii for over two years and it was and still is stunning, when released there was little on the market to compete, even today I see no reason to change. The regular firmware updates seem to keep the camera relevant. I also have a Sony A7Riv, which is also incredible, however, other than resolution, the A7iii is not far behind.

[@ChinmayKamble]

I baught this masterpiece last year and still enjoying shooting with it :)

[@FrancoEnElMedio]

how's it for photography?

[@ChinmayKamble]

@@FrancoEnElMedio Really Awesome ! 😍🙌

[@ryanfreda9671]

Most seamless transition into an ad I've ever seen. Well played.

[@draggmask]

I found it extremely annoying, i don't know why but i find it hard to trust him now after that stupid move.

[@albert0b20]

Just went from cropped sensor to full frame. I purchased a7iii and so far sooo great.

[@RichBarschdorf]

I switched from Nikon to Sony about 2 years ago, I have the a7iii and a7Riii. Both are amazing cameras.

[@1durch0]

Which do you like more?

[@RichBarschdorf]

@@1durch0 Sony way better auto focus, lens are super sharp too.

[@1durch0]

Thanks, and which of these two Sony’s 😁

[@RichBarschdorf]

@@1durch0 whichever you’re budget Allows

[@rajaneeshv.k5717]

A73 or z6 ?

[@GRUZ_JA]

I have it for 2 years now. And I print a lot for my home walls. My sweet spot is at 70x100cm prints but I also made a three row panorama and is crisp sharp at 2x1 meters print ! I Just love this camera.

[@FILMFRAT]

Just purchased, absolutely loving it so far!!

[@xyz12three]

same

[@naruhina6772]

And you will love it indefinetly

[@davidedthinkin9679]

I was very lucky, my local camera store got this camera two weeks before official launch, so I could use it on an America trip with my old band. Felt in love immediately and that hasn't changed until this day. The a7III is a truly amazing camera and since you can get it for around 1500 Euros in Germany (original price was 2300) it is more than worth its money, no matter what the a7IV can do.

[@faocisco]

Nikon user here but have to give it a like 😀.”Clean” and accurate review,quite refreshing these days 👍

[@learningcameras]

I appreciate that!

[@rb7372]

I recently switched from Canon system to Sony and the camera I got was a7 III. Worth it ✊

[@Nearest_Neighbor]

Good to read that. I was not sure about the a7iii vs the r6. Got the a7iii plus the Sony FE 35mm 1.8 and 3 extra years of sonys premium service. For 1800€ after cash back the decision wasn't that hard anymore.

[@rb7372]

@@Nearest_Neighbor as for me the dealbreaker was inbody image stabilization :) but I totally agree, Canon mirrorless is more expensive, especially their RF lineup, which is also quite limited to chose from.

[@w.t.pstandforyourlife.5639]

I don't know anything about cameras, but I am more into making video Your a real professional bro nice work

[@parikshitmadhukar1216]

Waiting for sony to launch A7iv so that i can buy A7iii (used) at very low price :p

[@luisvdesign]

I just bought one for $1200!

[@coreyford9418]

@@luisvdesign where did you buy it from?

[@MrMrWattz]

@@luisvdesign second hand?

[@valeriea1311]

same here!!

[@otsmalls1580]

I got one for 1000 at b&h. I seen it n I grab it real quick. The lowest I've ever seen for on that site

[@RoadRallyLife]

This camera is the reason I won't buy the R6. Although after 2 years I still don't like it as a camera, it is a fantasticly powerful tool that has made me a lot of money. The value is unbeatable.

[@westernpigeon]

i would seriously recommend ANYONE looking for an amazing photography/video camera to buy this, especially since it’s on sale right now

[@ripvanwinkle1854]

I'm looking to pick it up soon to replace my Canon T8I, do you know a good place to pick it up on sale again?

[@westernpigeon]

@@ripvanwinkle1854 nope not right now. but maybe around the fall/winter it’ll go on sale at B&H

[@ripvanwinkle1854]

@@westernpigeon I’ll have to keep an eye out I guess

[@CappuccinoLife]

Very nice 3 years later review! Thank you.

[@rolondol]

Just purchased mine today and downloaded your manual. Can't wait to see what type of shots and videos I produce with this camera!

[@learningcameras]

Awesome!!! Hope it works out amazing

[@kknff91]

Just got it within the month, can see myself not chasing any anytime soon!

[@RawloftheDead]

I recently upgraded from the a7ii to the a7iii and I have to say I am really amazed by the a7iii. The autofocus is amazing and I mainly got it for the dual SD card slots and silent shutter. For the price you can't beat it. The a7c looks great but not having the dual SD is a deal breaker for me.

[@jankosiek]

Have you noticed a reddish tint of the lcd main screen in a7 III? It drives me crazy that, A7 II does not have it

[@RawloftheDead]

@@jankosiek I havent noticed that

[@TheApp9]

The price is end of 2023 the same. Official sellers sell refurbished with guarantee for 1.150 - 1.300 Euro. Used private 1k. But I got one for 830euro with two batteries, original package. Only thing 50k shutters. People taking 10 pics per year but only buy Sony A7III with less than 10i shutters. 50k is nothing. One of my best buys 830 Euro for a mint condition A7III.

[@yeetiesandwheaties]

Just knowing the A7IV is around the corner makes me wanna wait for those updates.

[@daudabappa932]

Worried it will be good but not a possible ~$1k more than the A7iii which can be had for as little as £1200 (recent blink and you miss it deal on Amazon recently).

[@yeetiesandwheaties]

@@daudabappa932 you don't just pay for improvements - you pay for future-proofing. If you plan on holding onto the camera for a few years, it's worth it to invest in the newer features, faster processor, better color science, superior autofocus, better LCD screen, a screen that flips out, an improved EVF, an improved sensor, possibly better ergonomics. You get those benefits every single time you shoot. So if you shoot 10 times a month, and you hold onto the camera for at least three years, that's at least 360 photography sessions that you will enjoy those benefits. That's worth $1,000 to me.

[@alvarolachner]

Definitely worth waiting for the A7IV. Even if someone were looking to invest in their first full frame camera, I would recommend the A7C. Not that the A7III is bad, far from it. It’s just that the A7C has newer features such as real time tracking, better AF, IBIS + Gyro and the flip out LCD screen. The A7IV will be a BEAST!

[@lacijunga]

@@alvarolachner you're right but actualy a7iii has better IBIS

[@alvarolachner]

@@lacijunga Yes, due to the smaller body / weight. Nonetheless, the A7C records Gyro Data and the footage can be stabilized in post processing. I think the A7IV will hace the Active Image stabilization that the A7SIII has.

[@Lauren_K]

You did an amazing job on this video! I have been scavenging a lot of the a good camera for my budget and this helped tremendously. The way to explain and give information without the viewer doing the research is top notch. Thank you so much!!

[@learningcameras]

Thanks so much!!! So glad it helped

[@AJGalecki]

I’ve had mine over 2 years. So many photo shoots and wedding films... and it’s never failed me once.

[@ExploreCreateCapture]

That intro though 😍🔥

[@ravimody1549]

Just bought mine this summer and I've been loving it since!

[@nosky4673]

I rented the a7c and I don’t think it is worth the price. Missing all the custom buttons and the grip is horrible. The camera all together feels very cheap

[@loganali6587]

I'd absolutely love to get my hands on one to start my own business! Losing your business because of covid sucks but I definitely see that as a sign to start a new chapter in my life and photography has always been a passion of mine! :) Love the review, you've inspired me Dan!

[@learningcameras]

Definitely an opportunity to start a new chapter! Covid was pretty rough to photography too though. Most of my time pre covid was spent shooting weddings which were ALL canceled as were my travel plans and thus a bunch of sponsored videos. The nice thing about doing your own thing is that you are free to adapt and find new areas to thrive in so stay inspired and coming up with new idea!

[@sgpork]

Got the A7rii since launch.. until today still using that. I guess I'll only change when that finally give up on me. The A7iii/A9 AF already outclass A7rii by quite abit. Cant imagine the future.

[@andremifsud604]

Do you think the 500 euro difference between the Rii and iii is worth saving up? Purely stills

[@sgpork]

@@andremifsud604 Hmm. If you consider a more overall and standard camera.. then a7iii is better. Since it AF faster and has 2 card slot. However.. if what you shoot dont move fast and you like to see more details in your photo.. then a7rii is better. Personally, I am not so concern over 1 or 2 card slot.. although many would say 1 card slot is a deal breaker. I have been shooting over 10 years.. I never had card failure before.. alas.. if shit want to happen.. it will happen..

[@icohizon]

love the review! recently bought one. best investment ever

[@learningcameras]

Awesome!!! Yeah, hard to regret picking this up!

[@WingMan1964]

I hope you don’t have any problems with it once it is out of warranty because Sony has gone up a lot on repair parts. I have a A7iii that developed a problem with the shutter blades and was quoted a repair cost of $175.00 for the part and $200.00 labor to repair it at my local camera shop that is a repair center. Two days later they called me and said Sony went up on the price of the shutter assembly to $350.00 for the part. They told me that a Sony wants people to buy the latest models and don’t want to support older cameras. Sony no longer supports the A6500 which is not that old.

[@WingMan1964]

I wouldn’t recommend anyone getting this camera. Sony has gone up significantly on repair parts and they will probably release the A7IV early in 2021.

[@bubbachunky9]

@@WingMan1964 how early do you anticipate the 7iv

[@WingMan1964]

@@bubbachunky9 I would expect it by March of 2021

[@kbruff2010]

I think you should have mentioned the software, image edge, and desktop options. Additionally Sony has a ton of integrated options for recording audio, and flashes etc.

[@L1NKHVH]

Quick resume: it's still worth it! It's a great hybrid camera, go get it now!

[@saracenrush2010]

Great video dude. Love the content here. Top quality. Looking forward to more 👍

[@PTSOPHOTO]

I’ve had my a7iii since October 2018. I’m still loving all the features about the camera, as I’m shooting both photo and video equally. The battery life is amazing. One thing I’d wish the a7iii had is a quick charge option. Other than that I do agree the screen is a bit lacklustre, but with a recent addition on the atomos ninja v, it makes up for it to a certain degree. I cant wait to see what the a7iv will offer, and hopefully the upgraded features would justify upgrading the a7iii!

[@adrianalcaraz6469]

Have you had any issues with the shutter? In other words have you passed the estimated 200,000 shutter count on the a7iii

[@PTSOPHOTO]

@@adrianalcaraz6469 hmm I’m not too sure. Any idea how I can find out the shutter count?

[@adrianalcaraz6469]

@@PTSOPHOTO yeah! Usually there’s websites that can track it, you’ll just need to take a picture on an as card, and drop that file onto the tracker, it Weill then read the file # and tell you what your camera shutter is at

[@Anna-gv7vo]

Hi Dan, thank you for another great vídeo! Would you tell me how do you focus on that photos of the dancers in the rain and the cars in the desert ? I mostly shoot people but if they move a little faster, I lose the focus. If I ask a model to come towards me running or walking fast, the photos come out of focus. For this I use "Wide" with the face/eye tracking on. Would you tell me what focus settings you used in the photos I mentioned above, please? Thank you so much in advance!🙏

[@learningcameras]

Appreciate that! So my bigger question is what lens are you using. The camera itself should be able to track in that setting but maybe your lens needs a faster focus motor. Wide with the face/eye tracking on is all perfect. You just need a lens with a fast AF motor and good communication with the camera

[@anaramos8829]

@@learningcameras Thank you so much for answering... I'm using a Sigma 85mm 1.4 DG DN. But, regardless of the lens you use, just out of curiosity, what settings did you use for this 2 situations, the dancers and the cars in the desert! TIA

[@thenotred]

I'm just wanna wait for the A7IV

[@Casskario]

Still rocking my A7ii and I am so happy with it! Luckily I didn’t get a Canon or Nikon back then... I think getting nicer Glas is actually more important then a new camera ... .

[@godbrz]

damn that sponsorship transition was SMOOTH

[@bala1000mina]

Thank you so much Dan, as always very helpful and informative, I have been learning a lot from your videos, Thanks for the encouraging words as well! God bless and good luck!

[@learningcameras]

Means so much! I really appreciate that. Same to you

[@bala1000mina]

@@learningcameras You're very welcome! Thank you so much too!

[@Sidsaraiya]

I have to say, Sony’s really hold up well over time. I’m still using my a7 as a point and shoot.

[@NotnaRed]

That flex haha

[@snapjacksonphotography]

Yup. Same here!

[@viridiantellus5665]

Got the Panasonic S5 over this for travel photography. That pixel shift mode might be handy for landscapes. The autofocus might not be the best in low light but is still an upgrade over DSLRs I used before. Paired with Sigma 24-70 2.8

[@westernpigeon]

Game changing camera. Can’t wait for the a7iv, although we’d still be fine with the a7iii

[@RickMentore]

The 7 IV will be my last camera if it comes with the new touch menu and high resolution screen!

[@lockwood702]

Hi Dan, what lens would best suit this camera? I am looking for a sort of all rounder lens to do it all:-) thanks

[@learningcameras]

This is definitely the first lens I would buy: bhpho.to/3yFYDwl

[@lockwood702]

@@learningcameras Perfect thanks for the feedback! So a buddy and I are going to share lenses and this is the lens that he actually already has;-) What would be your second lens choice with a little more zoom to compliment the A73? Thanks

[@learningcameras]

A 70-200 or the 85mm F1.8 is a good 2nd option. Depending on your budget

[@GregGriffin]

Have one on order now. My first full frame camera. Looking forward to expanding the type of shots I may now be able to obtain, especially low light and Astro . Coming from a micro 4/3 system .

[@paulhancock]

If I was mainly shooting stills, I’d be picking up the A7RIII (which I did, then sold it, and I'll be buying another!). That camera is such fantastic value now; Only slightly more than the A7III, less than half the price of an R5, and 42MP is the sweet spot for me. Price vs features vs output vs native glass selection... It's awesome. Video-wise, the Lumix S5 is a great camera, too. Definitely worth a mention. Every modern camera is fantastic with almost identical output though. I’d choose based on the native glass for my needs.

[@travissmarion]

I've been waiting to upgrade from my APS-C Sony A6500, which I purchased about 6 months before the Sony A7III was launched... to the Sony A7IV. Come on Sony 1st Quarter 2021?

[@jessetrills]

Hey Dan, I've spent weeks debating what Sony is right for me I want to shoot quality video occasionally and also take photos more of a hybrid and it seems in the Sony line the A7III is still the best for both. Thoughts? Should i wait for the A7IV?

[@Needafollower]

I love my A7iii, I use a tamron 28-75 and a sigma 100-400. I only need it for stills and don’t do any video so it suits my needs to a tee

[@ravirajsinghtomar9237]

Hey I was thinking to buy a7iii but as of now it is 2 yr old camera and still best ......but I am having a trouble to make choice that should I wait for Sony a7iv because it may be coming soon....what are your thoughts on it. Help me on it😊

[@MicheleNardovideos]

i have it. and i love it... i'm waiting for the a7iv ahaha

[@aaasphalt5936]

It came

[@lidinprasalrm1027]

@@aaasphalt5936 no it did not came yet

[@S9yN37]

I bought this camera in beginging of 2019 and from me as an amator it is still an amazing camera and I don't think I will upgrade soon. I think more important are lenses. I have 24 1.4 GM, 35 1.4 GM, 55 1.8 ZA and 85 1.8 and now I'm thinking about 135mm 1.8 GM :) So, anyone interesting go and buy it now, especially since it is at sales and form the difference lenses lenses lenses.. :)

[@imranfotography]

Thinking to upgrade from Nikon DSLR and this is going to be great upgrade. Thanks for awesome video

[@karikaru]

As a semi-pro, I'm probably going to sell out of canon and get this camera in a couple years. I'm just tired of canon playing marketing games with their models withholding features when Sony is just giving their best at way better prices. The difference for a budget conscious shooter today is canon playing games with their RF mount to keep things super expensive in their lens lineup whereas, you can get a Sony mount sigma 24-70 2.8 used for under $1k. The features in this camera are good enough for any skilled photographer/videographer to get pro photos and videos for the next foreseeable future unless there's some technological disruption like suddenly 6k displays and gigabit connectivity becomes a worldwide paradigm. A pro-tier kit for under $2400used (in q3 2022) for less than a new canon r6 body makes this just so much more appealing. Canon colors are great, but if you're shooting log and raw (and I really don't know why you'd spend this much money to shoot jpeg only) it's a non-issue.

[@learningcameras]

So the good news is Canon isn't doing that as much these days. The Canon R7 for example didn't feel like features were pulled just because of marketing. Hopefully that trend continues. However, Canon still doesn't allow 3rd party RF lenses so that is a big problem if you don't need Canon's rather expensive glass.

[@NiqHowie]

I got away from canon due to their insane glass prices. I was shooting most stuff on Sony apsc cams (a6000,a6500,etc) and just this week sold them all and got me an a7iii with 7400 shutter counts for $1150 on eBay. I have tamron full frame lenses already, and they’re GORGEOUS on these cameras. Sony really does have some amazing technology, but they have their weird antics and drop odd products a lot also, Canon has stepped it up recently. Once they allow 3rd party lenses, I’m sure they’ll climb back on top of everything.

[@Daniel-vu4qu]

Couldn't justify the price of an R6. I bought an A7III with a Tamron 24-70 f2.8 lens brand new, and it was cheaper than the R6 body alone.. I use a Canon R5 at my workplace, and it's hard going to an A7III for personal/freelance work (Mainly the autofocus, I primarily do video work), but you just can't beat that value.

[@teamtinyrelaxation6949]

Just ordered the manual.. thanks again

[@JeahnLaffitteAdventures]

Center lock on autofocus is a life saver on this camera! When I learned about that I flipped

[@xray111xxx]

This camera I very much want. I shoot an a7ii right now. And these two cameras are galaxies apart. I want an a7iii badly. Costs are an issue for me for now. But time is on my side. I got the a7ii for a song so I am not complaining. I have an RX10 which I love too. I also shoot Canon and have the wonderful 7D. The a7iii endures like no other. It did spark the revolution.

[@chrisj3949]

Not a pro but just a photography lover here...and I love my Sony a7iii, so thank you very much for this video, let's me know my money was well spent!!! Would you happen to know if there will be another firmware update in the near future to update some or any of the issues you spoke of? It's been awhile.

[@learningcameras]

Awesome!!! So I really don't expect another big firmware update since there is likely an A7IV around the corner. I actually think they planned to release one this fall but delayed it

[@ElReySupr3me]

3 years and its a ridiculously good camera. Idk how much better cameras can get.

[@AliexFolgueira]

My a7siii is gonna be delivered today 😀 with the 16-35 gm, also gonna pick up the cheap Sony 85 1.8 and I’m thinking of adding a telephoto.. 70-300 tamron f4.5-6 what do you thin? I say 90% of my stuff will be shot with the 16-35 and I’ll probably be shooting 95% during day light so the f4 plus should be ok ?

[@learningcameras]

Awesome!!! I'd look at the Tamron 70-180mm instead of the 70-300. I doubt you will need the extra reach, you can always crop in post, and the F2.8 aperture and quality of the 70-180 are better. Enjoy the SIII!!!

[@eliav770]

I bought the A7iii on the 1st of Jan with a 24mm f1.4. Looks great

[@22s22a]

What do you find that lens best for? Can it be used beyond portraits?

[@teamtinyrelaxation6949]

So glad u did this video...I just received my a7iii today because the price was so compelling. Upgraded from Canon m50

[@learningcameras]

Awesome!!! Hope you enjoy

[@userbosco]

I may pick one up used just because. $1K for a body, or $1300 for factory refurb ...

[@michiganwoodsman2199]

This was an excellent video. Thanks a ton for the information, and it helped me a bunch!

[@learningcameras]

Awesome!!!

[@jorgemartinez123]

Nice video. Great intro. Keep it up, Dan!

[@learningcameras]

Thanks Jorge!!!

[@JC-mo1od]

ATTENTION: I just bought one and tried to use Imaging Edge Desktop on my MacBook: it didn't work and after 2 hours with Sony 'support', I was answered "Your current OS software is Big Sur 11.5.1. unfortunately we cannot guarantee the functionality of this software version as it has not been tested by our engineers'. 2000Euros and I can't fully use it..

[@Stigs722]

Fantastic review

[@learningcameras]

Appreciate that!

[@Tzadeck]

I just bought this camera finally, haha. Upgrading from a Canon 5DII... so a three year old camera seems practically new to me, haha.

[@mordavian]

I have 5dmk2 too and I want to upgrade to a7r3, a7 3 or R6. Are you happy with a7iii? Do you think a7r3 would be better choice? I will use ef lenses with Sigma mc-11.

[@Tzadeck]

@@mordavian I'm happy with the A7III, yeah. I take a LOT of photos since I shoot some events, and in my own time do street and portraits, so for me the amount of time I spend editing RAW files is a huge issue. So that's why I didn't want the extra resolution of the A7RIII--it would fill up too much hard drive space and slow down editing. I considered going for Canon too... but the Sony has a lot of lens options that are cheaper right now, like good Sigma options. And when I was shooting DSLR I never felt like Canon was so kind to their customers. Plus, Sony still does have more leeway with their RAW files, which is important to me. I like being able to brighten the shadows significantly if I need to.

[@Tzadeck]

(My current lenses are the Sigma 24-70 2.8 and Sigma 85mm 1.4 new version. I plan to get the Sony 35mm 1.4 G-Master and Sigma 14-24 2.8 as my next two lenses.)

[@mordavian]

@@Tzadeck thank you for your answer. I don't have a plan to replace my lenses yet. I have ef 70-200 ii, 100L, 85L and Sigma 50 art. I had a6300 few years ago and I used it with the same lenses as a second cam. I was happy because it was small but I did not like ISO performance and I sold. I used it with Sigma mc-11. Focusing was not accurate and not so fast. If I return to Sony now I will face the same situation but I need some extra megapixels, ibis and ISO performance. R6 has wonderful specs but the biggest issue is its low mp value. My 5dm2 is already 21mp. I don't want to pay nearly $3000 and have 20 mp's although it has 4k60fps, 1dxm3 sensor and lots of other new features. I am really confused. I don't want to select eos r because of 30 mp either. A7r3 has 3 year old sensor but I will not be able to use it at maximum capacity with ef lenses.

[@maxxwellwalt]

Except a recent single video from Tony and Chelsea Nothrup, almost NOBODY IS TALKING ABOUT CAMERA SECURITY TO PREVENT THEFT... KZbinrs/creators It's TIME. Cameras and lenses are computers. We need them secured.

[@afonsosantos8364]

I see you don’t have that flash shoe plastic square protector on and expose your A7M3 to rain: I did the same with mine in 2018, flash shoe died 1 month latter.

[@cameraramblings4107]

In my opinion it’s still one of the best ever. The current used price is awesome and is still well worth considering. I’ve always relied on it. I have the A7s3 and the a73 as a great combo. Just to add the Panasonic S5 is also a great choice all be it with not so good AF performance.

[@sebastiansingh4443]

Hey awesome video... I'm currently looking and its really difficult. I've a budget of about 2k € and this needs to include a camera + a good lense for product photography and life style shots. I've been looking at the sony a7iii, z6, eos rp, eosr. What would you go with? Wish you the best, Seb

[@kivalink1788]

Hey, I want to upgrade my gear and looking to get a new camera. I mainly focus on wildlife photography for the new camera. My old camera is a Nikon D5300. I want to update to a full-frame. The 3 main things are weight, price, and lenses availablety. Do you have any recommendations? I was thinking Sony A7III or nikonZ6?

[@vinhsanity]

I had the camera for a few months and the weather sealing failed on me. The menus are horrible. However the eye AF was what attracted me, but ultimately Sony is just not for me.

[@romainprovost7164]

No weather sealed ? Also during little rain ?

[@coleccionista1992]

I am just to buy a a7 iii but have read some problems with the shutter. Schoud I be worried about that or go ahead and buy this camera???

[@josephkellard6432]

Dan: Thanks for this informative review. I'm considering buying a Sony A7III but I may want to buy a newer Sony model. What is a comparable Sony full-frame mirrorless that was released after this camera? I mainly take photos of cityscapes, architecture, landscapes, street and candids. Thank you!

[@KicksWithTA]

hi im looking to purchase my first camera. I'm mainly going to use it for videos but I really want to use it for photos as well. I'm also familiar with cameras and am not shy to do some research and how to properly take advantage of them either. I'm having a hard time deciding between this or the A7C.

[@LawMan786]

Your video was really beneficial. I'm interested in either purchasing the Sony A7iii w/ an FE 28-70 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Lens OR a Nikon Z6ii w/ a NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S. I will be primarily shooting photography but also dabbling in cinematography. I'm concerned (based on my research) that the Sony isn't as durable as the Nikon and won't be able to hold up or handle the elements as well. I live in the Northeast, so some of the best photos will take me to cold (and potentially wet) locations. If I'm overthinking it and the Nikon's rougher/grippier looking "weather proof" exterior is just a facade, please tell me. Likewise, I keep hearing videographers praise the Sony over the Nikon, but then hear a decent number of photographers brag about the colors of Nikon over Sony. I'm trying to ease back into photography, but want to invest in an ecosystem that I see myself using ten years down the line (really want to avoid buying glass and then switching to a competitor later). This will be my first time shooting w/ more than my phone in almost 6 years. I first learned on an old 35mm film Canon, and later my Canon EOS 550D. Looking forward to making the jump into mirrorless FF camera. Thanks in advance for your feedback!

[@dswatson83]

Awesome! So I'd agree that the Nikon Z6II is built more rugged (not that the A7III will have an issue...no clue) and in most areas, the Z6II does come out a little ahead of the A7III. Sony took video to a new level with the A7III hence why so many use and rave about it but since then Nikon has caught up with the A7III. In Sony's defense though, the A7IV is definitely an improvement to both the Z6II and A7III it's just that it also happens to be $500 more. I will also say that Sony's ecosystem is better than Nikon at the moment and probably will maintain that so keep that in mind. If you really want the best of the best for years to come, consider saving for the A7IV otherwise between the A7III and Z6II, the Nikon wins with video, colors, and ruggedness while the A7III wins with autofocus and ecosystem. Overall Image quality is pretty similar on both. Either camera will be a huge update from the 550D though!

[@LawMan786]

@@dswatson83 Thanks for your reply! Thinking I may pull the trigger on the Nikon.

[@christopherg5147]

I’m in the market to buy a camera to do some wedding events , personal client work ,some photography but 70 video 30 photos recommend a73 or a73

[@learningcameras]

Right now the Sony A7III is one of the best for that although also because it's a little bit older, it doesn't have some of the latest video features. Also check out the Panasonic S1 which is great although autofocus in video can sometimes struggle

[@christopherg5147]

@@learningcameras I think I’ll go with the Sony a7iii I love your videos ! I’d to see how you edit your videos or photos . What software do you use ? Do you have a behind the scenes on the wedding videos you shoot . The lenses & settings for the camera . Great content thank you so much brother .

[@learningcameras]

@@christopherg5147 So I use Premiere which I have a love/hate relationship with lol. I don't really have any BTS of the video stuff I do but I have gotten a bunch of requests recently so maybe it's time! Feel free to let me know if there is anything specific you want to see and I'll work on it. Thanks so much Christopher!!!

[@IceCommander1111]

I have this camera, but I disagree with the battery life being great, it drains quite fast.

[@ericcampbell4526]

I just picked up a used a73 for 1200

[@nilpatel9096]

From where? All I see is $1600 prices

[@ericcampbell4526]

@@nilpatel9096 offer up

[@professionalpotato4764]

As someone who shoots more video, and isn't quite invested in any system... It's a little tough. The A7C's awesome touch tracking features, smaller footprint for gimbal work is nice. But in the end it's still 8 bit colour. The GH5 though, has everything else except autofocus and low-light performance. R6 is totally out of the question. Anything that has a chance of overheating can't be used. Z6ii looks good, but not enough 3rd party lenses for budget options. S1 was a little appealing to me, but the L-mount is the absolute worst out of all full frame mounts currently and I'm not sure if I should even invest into it yet. hmmm........

[@learningcameras]

Hahaha, I'm with you. There are definitely some cons with most of the $2000 systems out there right now. The A7SIII fixes all of that but it costs a bit more

[@zygmuntziokowski7877]

Dan great video. I think it is time to trade-up to mirrorless camera. My son's wedding is coming up and I feel it is right time to trade in my entry DSRL for mirrorless. I am currently a Nikon owner and comparing the Sony A7iii over the Z6 or Z6ii. The main reason is the price, I think it is the right time. I know that there will be learn curve, but I think the Sony A7iii is worth the experience. Am I right? or Should stay with Nikon? I am retire person and can't buy a new mirrorless camera every time some new comes out. The Honda Civic I have is 13 years old and have over 210,000 miles on. Your input will be appreciated.

[@jimyp47]

What are your thoughts on the Canon 90D? Is that a good alternative for purely video?

[@underthemicroscope4840]

do you think it is still worth it? now 7 months after the video#s been published

[@PhyllisMN26]

I was thinking of getting the Nikon 6II but reviews state the AF BIF tracking is terrible. How is the Sony A7III with BIF AF?

[@Monsoon41]

I am 100% going to buy this!!! No questions!!!

[@24Steevy]

Nikon Z6II can't record in 4k60, nikon only promised this in future firmware update but it will be only avaible in super35 (aps-c) crop

[@learningcameras]

So Nikon has come through with countless promised updates including RAW video output over HDMI on the original Z6 which no one thought was possible so I believe them. Also, most of the cameras that can record full frame 4k60 (canon R6/R6) actually look better in APSC mode because the cameras have to pixel bin/line skip in full frame mode where APSC mode has a full pixel readout. So absolutely true however I personally don't have much of an issue with that

[@24Steevy]

@@learningcameras z6II is oversampling from 6k to 4k at 24fps just like the a7III, there is no way the crop mode would be better than the 6k oversampled 4k, this is not 40+mpx sensor. The Raw option in the original Z6 is heavily line skipped with a ton of moire, detail loss and false color, nice option but not impressive at all, actually much worse than the internall oversampled 4k option.

[@learningcameras]

It's only 4K60 because most cameras can't oversample 4K60...it simply requires too much processing so they either line skip or crop. I'm telling you as someone who has used cameras that do both, cropping is better. So until a camera can oversample 4K60 full frame, the crop mode always has more detail

[@runhardhooah]

Dan, great review. I know it was from a while ago. Haha. I started with an a6000 about 1.5 years ago, and now I'm looking at getting something like this or the a7c. Decisions as usual! I'm thinking if nothing else I grab the a6600 and wait for the a7iii to drop some more in price, though it may be a while. Thanks again!

[@UHNWConsulting]

I'm contemplating buying the a7iii as I'm creating online courses, will be doing video logs, travel logs, and enjoy photography. I can pick it up for less than 2k second hand and I might have an interesting deal. Though, the a7c tends to be a few hundred more at this point, I'm not sure its worth the 300-400 more. I'd rather put that in a lense instead ...

[@learningcameras]

So worth it is tough to define but I'll give you a few examples. Typically creating an online course might require filming for more than 30 minutes. It's horrible to be done with your filming only to find out that the camera stopped recording half way though because you went over the 30 minute limit the A7III had. Also, having a flip screen allows you to identify some potential issues like non recording or potentially out of focus problems. The A7c does have eye AF during video which the A7III doesn't have which could come in handy. Stuff like that! Non of them are quality upgrades but it certainly could help with online courses and vlogs

[@pathway1]

how has the Sony a7iii held up in rain? have you ever had to shoot with water or rain involved?

[@fozan9419]

What you would recommend between sony a7iii or Sony a7c?

[@ourclarioncall]

Is it normal to get a bit of delay or lag when viewing photos on Sony A7iii ? I’m concerned something might be wrong and don’t want to sell me camera if there is an issue. Some photos change instantly when using the wheel to scroll through photos but then sometimes it will just delay 5-10 seconds before changing , as if the memory is struggling or something

[@learningcameras]

You shouldn't have lag like that. It could lag for a split second but if you are seeing that much time, something is up

[@IwasKiddinggg]

Crazy how most of the cons are unrelated to what your clients will see. I.e. color straight out of the camera, backside screen... Having a shitty touch screen is also not a deal-breaker at all, takes a week to get used to. The only 2 things that I would like to have is 4k60, although 4k30 will get most of the job done. 1080/120p is a great added bonus too for those who love slow-mo. And I can't do anything while loading pictures into the card. Despite all of those negatives, the af, battery life, dynamic range, weight, duo card, weather sealing / build quality (had mine freeze in ice while shooting 8+ hours in the Canadian winter all the time), button layout, built-in intervalometer, and much more make this still one of the best cameras in the market to this day

[@learningcameras]

Yep! That's why I bought it too and why it's been a camera I've recommended like crazy