My COMPLETE Sony a7R V Photo and Video Settings!

[@michaelpoczynek]

I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for the fantastic video you created on the Sony A7R5. Your in-depth review and insights were incredibly helpful and well-presented. I truly appreciate the effort and expertise that went into making such a detailed and informative video. Your content has not only helped me understand the features and capabilities of the Sony A7R5 better but has also inspired me to explore more in the world of photography. It's clear that you have a passion for what you do, and it shines through in your work. Thank you once again for providing such valuable content. I look forward to watching more of your videos in the future!

[@andrewsaraceni]

Thanks Michael, I really appreciate that - many more videos on the way!

[@byRobertEklund]

Thank you for this video! It was very helpful during the setup of my new A7RV. 😊

[@andrewsaraceni]

No problem Robert, and congrats on the new camera!

[@RickAtlanta]

Andrew, this is an excellent video. I just purchased this camera and am new to Sony full-size cameras, so this was very helpful. I appreciate you taking the time to make this, and I look forward to viewing your other videos.

[@andrewsaraceni]

Thanks Rick, I appreciate that! Glad this was of help to you, and plenty more Sony videos to come (and a lot on the channel already worth checking out).

[@joesworld933]

Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video. MUCH APPRECIATED!!!

[@andrewsaraceni]

No problem, glad you liked it!

[@slapyomama2times873]

Thank you so much for this video, I just got mine a couple days ago and this was extremely helpful guiding me how to use it better, thank you!!! 🙏🏼

[@andrewsaraceni]

No problem, glad to hear it helped, and congrats on the camera!

[@rickt.8866]

I own both the A7IV and A7RV, a great combo for my pro work!

[@andrewsaraceni]

That's a great pairing!

[@wesbaynham1634]

Another one here who'd like to see a flash setup vidoe for the A7R V. Your videos are really helpful. Thanks for putting out such concise and useful info. 👍👍👍

[@andrewsaraceni]

No problem, Wes! And that's good to know, definitely planning on doing a flash photo settings overview video in the future.

[@Mpactpics]

Thank you for making this video. I loved being able to search and evaluate all the menu functions of the camera. Have to admit, got a bit lost in some of the fn setup.

[@andrewsaraceni]

No problem! If you have any particular questions, let me know. The Fn menu setup is going to be a custom thing based on everyone's preferences/use cases anyway.

[@jaytrotter5272]

Very helpful Andrew. I'm a still guy and just starting to learn about video with my A7RV.

[@andrewsaraceni]

Thanks, and glad you found it helpful! I think you'll enjoy shooting video on the a7R V.

[@SilatShooter]

Big Help for me, especially in video. I'm more of stills guy but want to start using the video functions of this camera. Thank you, you really helped me set up the camera.

[@andrewsaraceni]

No problem, Zues - glad it helped!

[@skylargreenmusic]

This helped me so so much and gave me new confidence with my camera. Thank you!!!

[@andrewsaraceni]

No problem Skylar, glad to hear it helped you!

[@ecitizenmichael]

Although I have the A74 I still found this a brilliant video. Thanks so much.

[@andrewsaraceni]

Thanks and no problem, Michael! There is an a7 IV video settings tutorial on my channel as well, as an FYI: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bYuzmIiIesmlj8k

[@tengis777]

Thank you very much for this vid! Used it on my A7RV. I would be very interested in your flash settings too if you don't mind. It would be very helpful indeed.

[@andrewsaraceni]

No problem, Marc! Definitely going to be covering flash settings in the future.

[@enriqueapalacios]

What a great and complete guide!

[@andrewsaraceni]

Thanks, I appreciate that!

[@mehmetyuksel9990]

Thanks for your settings

[@andrewsaraceni]

No problem, Mehmet!

[@marclabro]

super tuto. yes, please make tutos about flash photography especially with flashes like godox V1S on-camera and xpro with off-camera flashes. mark galler... tutos often refer to Sony flashes. Please give more infos about flash Fn menus, VIEW ON/OFF and "exposure set and flash" in case we use flash.

[@andrewsaraceni]

Thanks Marc, it's on the list to tackle coming up!

[@luisfaustino]

Another great video Andrew! I’d love to see a flash related video for sure, I have invested in the Godos V1S + XProII trigger for a full TTL remote shooting capability. I have used my old Nikon SB800’s and Pocket Wizards II with this camera but the caveat is manual only as there is no PW TT5 equivalent for Sony.

[@andrewsaraceni]

Thanks Luis! I'll definitely cover flash settings, gear, etc. in a future video. V1S and the XPro II (I have the V1S and X2T) are a great pair.

[@pramodpramu9691]

big help for me . thanks

[@andrewsaraceni]

No problem, Pramod!

[@peterhustedwatersedgemedia5813]

Great video! When i set my filformat to XAVC S 4K it jumps back to XAVC HB if I shoot a pic Why does it do that? It's trivial to remember to set the fileformat every time. Thanks

[@andrewsaraceni]

Thanks! Might be related to how your custom presets are setup? I'd try checking/changing the video settings while you're in photo mode and see if that helps.

[@peterhustedwatersedgemedia5813]

@@andrewsaraceni Hi Andrew I tried that but it didn't Change anything. It still pops back to HD 60p Thanks for your time

[@srtechnology99]

So informative video

[@andrewsaraceni]

Thanks, glad you found it helpful!

[@ssdigitalssuresh9697]

good morning sir...with your message and video...today i purchased sony 7 r v..sir iam regular canon user last few years,,,first time i came into sony...we need your technincal support sir....

[@andrewsaraceni]

Congrats on the purchase! Check out my current videos, and I have more a7R V content on the way, but I also do 1-on-1 consulting as well for those who prefer that (feel free to reach out over Instagram).

[@ssdigitalssuresh9697]

Sir your mail id please...for any doubts...sir on top shutter release button...side there is two controls...please make a video on that sir

[@andrewsaraceni]

@@ssdigitalssuresh9697 I talk about programming custom buttons later in this video (around 46:44). My email is in the About page on the channel if you want ton reach out.

[@ssdigitalssuresh9697]

Sir first time seen your video...excellent...sir please suggest me ..for indian weddings is it good for photo and videos...right now iam canon user...canon mark iv using...iam in small confused...please suggest me sir

[@andrewsaraceni]

Thanks, it's a great camera for weddings - photo and/or video.

[@ssdigitalssuresh9697]

Thank you sir for your message

[@christianpokrywka9054]

Thanks!

[@andrewsaraceni]

No problem, Christian!

[@veselinvasilev9362]

Hello, when in Aperture Priority mode on my SONY A7RV, I set ISO AUTO and Minimum Shutter Speed, the camera does not comply with the selected value of min. shutter speed, and continues to determine it by itself. For example, if I set a minimum shutter speed 1/250, the camera shoots at 1/50, as it did before I set the 1/250. Do you have any idea why?

[@andrewsaraceni]

I think minimum shutter speed will be overridden by the camera and slower if it determines the exposure still can't be obtained with auto ISO (and the minimum you set).

[@veselinvasilev9362]

@@andrewsaraceni Thank you!

[@plugger410]

What's up with the "intelligent auto" I try to do some of the things you mention here in the video tutorial, but it won't allow me because I am in intelligent auto. Can't figure out how to turn it off even after googling it. Is that a feature you use or not?

[@andrewsaraceni]

Don't really use it myself much - I would check your main mode dial and make sure it's set to M (manual) for video especially. For photo, I use M, S (shutter priority) and A (aperture priority) mostly.

[@markshirley01]

Hi - If I want the AF to focus on a object or product and ignore a face how do I do that, do you have a link.

[@andrewsaraceni]

Easiest would be to use Spot Focus or Focus Tracking to lock it on and adjust the responsiveness, or see my custom button setup in this video for what I use AF/MF hold for.

[@rabitism]

Andrew I just bought a new A7Rv and your video is very helpful. I was stuck at the custom key/Dial Set when I set AEL key for Focus Mode. I cannot only use AEL key to toggle between AF & MF for video or circulate different AF mode for photo. I need to work with wheel and center select key to confirm the selection. Do I missed anything?

[@andrewsaraceni]

Even though the AEL button activates Focus Mode, to toggle between the options and choose one, you should still be able to use the center dial and button to choose the option - that's how I use it on my camera. Unless you're thinking of a different wheel/button.

[@EvonH1972]

Can you help me or point me to video configuring my back button focus on Sony A7RV of video, the menu has change?

[@andrewsaraceni]

Check out my video around 47:45 - that's essentially how I set it up, and it works for photo and video. AF w/Shutter can also serve the same purpose (which I leave as on, and cover as well).

[@EvonH1972]

@@andrewsaraceni Thanks a lot.

[@ramonbmovies]

Good video. I'm wondering if you can customize the focus compensation dial on the a7s iii. That would be really handy. As of now even w/ the firmware update it doesn't give you the option to customize it. Am I missing something?

[@andrewsaraceni]

Thanks! Do you mean breathing compensation? It's basically an on or off feature, at least at this point.

[@ramonbmovies]

@@andrewsaraceni No. I misspoke. There's a dial w/ a physical lock that's defaulted to exposure compensation, but in video mode you changed it to be white balance. On your camera the menu gave you the option to change it. But on my camera it doesn't.

[@andrewsaraceni]

@@ramonbmovies I see, yeah unfortunately on the a7S III it's still fixed to exposure compensation, and not assignable. Sony changed it with the a7 IV and models since though.

[@ramonbmovies]

@@andrewsaraceni Ok. So, no wonder why when I tell other videographers that I use the Sony a7s iii, they always say, "Oh, nice, that's great, that WAS [emphasis mine] a great camera in its day." And I'm thinking, "WAS? In it's day?" It was literally only like 3 yrs ago that it came out, and already people are dumping it in favor of newer cameras like the fx3. And I see why as even the camera you use has more features and shoots in 8k, but still, the a7s iii is still a beast.

[@andrewsaraceni]

@@ramonbmovies Yeah it's approaching 4 years old in a few months. Still a phenomenal camera (and I wont be getting rid of mine anytime soon), but definitely due for a new model/replacement soon from Sony.

[@johnnygelin8391]

Hi! Your main menus looks different than mine A7M4. Is it because you have another model? Or is it that you have a newer/older update perhaps?

[@andrewsaraceni]

The a7R V definitely changed a few items around in the menus compared to the a7 IV, but I would say 90-95% should be the same.

[@halsumerakin646]

Hi Andrew, great program, but I still can't underestandhow to load the pre settings and register them under 1-2-3 on the dile and recall them when it's needed.

[@andrewsaraceni]

Thanks Hal, I have a video coming in the next few weeks on memory recall for custom settings in the a7R V that should help.

[@vernonr7404]

I just do still photgraphy. Is there a way to customize the top dial/button, C1, C2, C3 to create custom settings for still shots? Like C1 for outdoor OCF shoots, C2 for instant go to studio flash settings?

[@andrewsaraceni]

Not exactly, though your best bet would be to use Memory Recall settings for that. I have a video that talks about that in more detail: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iqDHcpJ3qM99ntU

[@enriqueapalacios]

Thank!!!!

[@andrewsaraceni]

No problem!

[@BackpackerUmesh]

Does this camera shoots 1080p - 100fps - 10bit - 4:2:2, in a normal mode, not in S&Q ? Just because to capture audio where S&Q is not able to do that...!!!

[@andrewsaraceni]

Good question, yes it can do 1080p at 120/100 fps (NTSC/PAL) in 10-bit 4:2:2.

[@loudmotion5639]

is there internal LUT on this camera? like on the a6700 or fx30? thx

[@andrewsaraceni]

Unfortunately not as of now, though Im hoping Sony might add it later in a firmware update.

[@halsumerakin646]

Hi Adrew, any custom setting like hand-held lanscape, tripod mount lanscape, action photography, and street phography where you recall as and when you needed? Mark Galer made for sony a7rlll but sofar nothing on his website for a7rV. Thanks.

[@andrewsaraceni]

I would say a lot of it depends on your preference, use cases, etc. My settings here are for general photography, but my upcoming video on memory recall should highlight a couple of examples.

[@AnhNguyen-iq7fs]

May I have a question about 7R5 setup. If "Peaking" is set to "on", for still photo mode, peaking is only shown in the Manual Focus (MF), but for the video mode, peaking is displayed on screen all the time, regardless of AF or MF mode. Do I understand correctly?

[@andrewsaraceni]

That is correct, and it's an odd distinction with that feature in my opinion (it changed with the a7 IV and cameras going forward).

[@markshirley01]

how do keep your shutter speed setting separate for photo and video when switching from photo to video in Manual mode, I copied Sydney Dyongs settings but it didn't seem to feature this. If Im in manual my shutter moves over to video ( I don't want this) I believe there is a setting to stop this happening.

[@andrewsaraceni]

Check the video around the 1:00:25 mark - the Different Set for Still / Mv setting would cover this (i.e. you'd check off Shutter Speed, and anything else you want separate).

[@DavidHuisman-dc1nw]

Hi Andrew, thanks for the informative video. I purchased a new SonyA7R5 a couple of days ago. When I first switched the camera on, I noticed (in picture mode) I could lock focus, let go all buttons and the tracking would stay active as I move my shot around the scene. I made some changes like DRO off, Don't have AF with shutter etc and now for the life of me I cannot get the camera to lock in tracking mode. I have to HOLD down AF-ON to keep tracking when trying to capture and image (not in movive mode). I found you can assign a "tracking lock off" function to a button but this seems to do nothing and I cannot find a "tracking lok ON" function anywhere. Thanks in advance for your assistance.

[@andrewsaraceni]

Hard to tell without actually seeing your camera, but AF w/ Shutter is likely something you want on, and might be the difference. Otherwise, I would double-check your autofocus settings, and make sure you have the desired mode on (e.g. AF-C, AF-S) and also that your Subject Shift Sensitivity and Tracking Speed are set as expected.

[@CVisions]

My Sony A7RV only has the option for 25, 50 and 100 fps not sure if I have a setting wrong but I can’t get 24 or 60

[@andrewsaraceni]

Sounds like your using PAL vs. NTSC settings, which makes sense if you're not in North America or Japan. I talk about this and how you can change it at 45:58.

[@viktorkunayev]

Hello, I downloaded your settings for the camera, but for some reason the camera can't see the file it will be possible to record a video instruction on how to apply your settings to the camera. Thank you

[@andrewsaraceni]

Sure, I could definitely consider doing that. Not sure what problem you're facing, but you'll want to make sure you start with a clean card formatted in the camera.

[@viktorkunayev]

@@andrewsaraceni I tried everything I could, I did other people's settings on my previous camera, but with a7r5 does not see your file. If you have time please make a video, thank you

[@StinnMysterious]

When I record video in 8k using an 18-135mm lens, I get black circle at edge. More like looking through a tube. Any idea?

[@andrewsaraceni]

Sounds like it's an APS-C lens, and it's only a 1.2x crop on the sensor in 8K, so you'd probably have to crop it more in post.

[@StinnMysterious]

So what is the correct wide angle lens I can use?

[@andrewsaraceni]

@@StinnMysterious You just need to use a full frame lens and it'll work fine. e.g. Sony 16-35 f/2.8 GM, 16-35 f/4 PZ, etc.

[@kenn6592]

Brilliant video thanks. I have changed the 3 letters of the files to my initials. BUT….I shoot RAW and JPEG backups at the same time (different card) and they both have the same file name. I loaded a few into a single folder and lost all the raw files as the JPEG’s wrote over them. They weren’t important photos, but I would like a solution. I have a feeling I have missed something here……..

[@andrewsaraceni]

No problem! Are your file extensions hidden? I would make sure to have those visible on your computer's OS, and if/once they are, accidentally overwriting them shouldn't be an issue.

[@kenn6592]

@@andrewsaraceni thanks. Will give it a try.

[@RaghuNadh-uj9yw]

Just Imported Your Settings. Everything is perfect, But S&Q Video Shooting mode is Not smoothy. May I have any solution.

[@andrewsaraceni]

Have you checked out my video on S&Q yet? That might help: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZTRlqCMhL9-q9U

[@RaghuNadh-uj9yw]

@@andrewsaraceni Will check, Thank you

[@filmreiter]

Hi Andrew, is it possible to save 120p in the S&Q settings and chance to movie mode in 4k 24p ? I just have a work around to save it in Mode 1. Thanks a lot for your videos

[@andrewsaraceni]

No problem! If I get what I think you're saying, your best bet is to use the Memory Recall modes for that, e.g. save one for 1080 120p in an S&Q memory slot, and one with 4K 24p in one of the Movie memory slots. I have a video coming out on Memory Recall soon covering some of that.

[@filmreiter]

@@andrewsaraceni perfect - I video about Memory Recall modes would be great!!! Thanks a lot Andrew you videos a sooo helpful!!!

[@tdawg719]

Is there anyway to prevent the 6x zoom when manual focusing? I did what I thought would be logical but it continues to super zoom when I adjust focus

[@andrewsaraceni]

Check the Auto Magnifier in MF setting in the Focus menus, and try turning that off.

[@tdawg719]

@@andrewsaraceni I’ll try that. I’m impressed how attentive you are to replying to comments. Bravo!

[@andrewsaraceni]

@@tdawg719 haha Thanks, it's not easy, but I try.

[@hidaven]

hi!! Question, when I shoot in full frame video im getting some definite moire . would shooting in APS-C oversampling get rid of the moire or just make it sharper? I can definitly live with the sharpness and color shooting full frame, the moire is bad though.....

[@andrewsaraceni]

Is this in photo or video, or both? I would double check to make sure you're not adding any sharpening (e.g. the Detail setting in whatever Picture Profile you're using), and also keep an eye on your export settings for photo in Lightroom, Photoshop, etc., to make sure sharpening isn't added. I'd expect less moire in APS-C mode, but really it should be mostly avoidable in Full Frame too other than the most extreme patterns.

[@hidaven]

Thx for the reply. Mainly in video. So increased sharpening gives more moire? I had the profile set to 11 like you said and had the sharpening set at 0 since i dont color correct or do anything except splice in post...lol. Guess I could lower it a bit more. Assuming im just splicing in post, is number 11 still the best profile or should I be on a different one? Thx. again!

[@andrewsaraceni]

@@hidaven No problem! Yeah PP11 is S-Cinetone which I also use a lot, and Sony's default detail on that is usually -5. I do -7 personally, which is the lowest/no sharpening - also the default for PP8/S-Log 3. So 0 is actually medium sharpness, and could add some moire like you're seeing.

[@dfmedia007]

Andrew, I was locked in a great video until I got to Custom Key/Dial Set then the wheels fell off as my menu is nothing like yours😪😪

[@andrewsaraceni]

You're setting this up on the a7R V, right? I've changed the values from the defaults, which is why they're different, but you should be able to set them to what I show in the video.

[@dfmedia007]

@@andrewsaraceni That explains a few things I will try again great chanel Andrew

[@robertadams2911]

Any idea how set up Slot 1 to save RAW and slot 2 to save jpeg? I could this with my A7R4 but cannot find the menu setting in the A7R5?

[@andrewsaraceni]

I think you can set that in Rec. Media Settings (Shooting > Media) when if Sort Recording is set, you manage Image Quality settings for each slot.

[@robertadams2911]

@@andrewsaraceni Excellent! Many thanks

[@gurugamer8632]

Which lenses you have

[@andrewsaraceni]

Check the links in the video description - I keep my lens listing up-to-date with my latest videos.

[@fareed006]

can i ask whats the second base ISO for a7r v ?

[@andrewsaraceni]

It depends on what picture profile you're using, e.g. for S-Log3 it's 2500. Planning to do a video covering it a bit more soon.

[@fareed006]

@@andrewsaraceni thank you so much for your reply

[@gurugamer8632]

Does it do continuous video in 4K?

[@andrewsaraceni]

Yes, no record limit, and it'll record essentially until the battery dies or card fills up.

[@gurugamer8632]

@@andrewsaraceni A7RIV crops in 4K and a7rv doesn’t ?

[@andrewsaraceni]

@@gurugamer8632 No pretty sure a7R IV is uncropped in 4K but only goes up to 4K 30p. The a7R V can also do 4K 60p and 8K 24p with a 1.24x crop.

[@gurugamer8632]

@@andrewsaraceni OK will get it 😃

[@andrewsaraceni]

@@gurugamer8632 It's a great camera, I think you'll be happy with it. 😀

[@Mpactpics]

Is it normal for the camera to be burning hot after this process. It's almost able to burn the skin. It's hot! 😡

[@andrewsaraceni]

After/while setting it up? It can get warm even just idling without use, having the screen folded out and away from the body can make a difference.