Sony A7 III Tutorial - Aperture, Shutter Speed, Manual Mode & Bulb Mode

In this beginner oriented Sony A7 III (geni.us/DAvFFe6) tutorial style video I will explain Aperture, Shutter Speed, Manual Mode, and Bulb Mode. I will also incorporate the exposure triangle which puts everything together for those new to photography and the Sony camera system in general.. Edit: @ 12:50 I meant to say speed up the shutter, NOT slow down the shutter speed. Sorry about that guys ;)
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[@cdp9m]

Super video! I applauded for $2.00 👏

[@Jason_Hermann]

Wow, thanks Doug!!

[@liliankuhn4671]

I have to send him money. I got this camera as a gift & I couldn't figure out how to use it because the Sony manual sucks & doesn't explain how to change the f-stop, etc.

[@slow_start]

do you know how unbelievably difficult it was to find someone on youtube that explains this?

[@Jason_Hermann]

lol, Thank you for the comments :) When I made this video I had that exact thought in mind. The very basic fundamentals are not often shared in reviews and are really key to understanding photography in general. Once you know these basics, you can really start to explore and expand your photography skills in multiple directions. I'm really glad the video helped you out!!

[@AshleySmiththerealone]

and explain it so incredibly easily and well? I hear you!!

[@NeilMcCoyWard]

Yeah was thinking the same thing

[@jonnybrooks1990]

EXACTLY! I was just about to say the same thing! Great Video.

[@Jason_Hermann]

@@jonnybrooks1990 Thank you Jonny :)

[@fredrn729]

Dude let me say this so that everyone understands. Everyone expects people to be an expert with this camera, but your teaching style is just perfect!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you very much Fred :)

[@sane7570]

This is how every tutorial on youtube should’ve been made🙏

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you!

[@pennydavison9479]

As a new photographer, this is exactly what I need.. Plan, simple, basic tutorial without technical jargon..thank you

[@DVRIUSAVERY]

EXACTLY! On point! Well said.

[@steliosantoniou]

you are the only one that succeeded to make me understand how to shoot photo! thank you

[@Jason_Hermann]

Awesome to hear and I'm really glad the video helped you out :)

[@DavidWFarman]

Stelios Antoniou, Same here, i bought A Sony A7 as my first good camera, i am a hopeless photographer, but Jay demonstrated it so well, it made me understand so much more.

[@annaondara3021]

Me too!!!!!

[@jerzs1363]

Haha same here

[@KK-qd4ti]

Can't agree more, you are the best at explaning this. I have so confused all this time! Thank you so much for this video!!

[@NickEh30]

Thank you for this explanation. Helped a ton!

[@oliverllmills]

Nick eh 30 the photographer?

[@asherlal8227]

I just bought sony a7r 3 recently and this video help me understand all 3 mode very precisely thanks

[@Jason_Hermann]

Awesome to hear and thanks for the comments Asher ;)

[@danilmelnik7420]

Hey Jay, I came here to check out the Sony-specific settings and ended up understanding ISO/ShutterSpeed/Aperture better than ever before, despite already having watched ten of videos on the subject! Thanks a lot! I finally get everything! :D

[@Jason_Hermann]

That is awesome Dan and thank you for taking the time to leave such as a nice comment ;)

[@drekays2583]

Aaaaaaaaye! This was unbelievably helpful! I love photography and just about understood my way around my camera! After 7 months of trial and error and “just going out and shooting” you just made everything crystal clear .. never thought I’d say that!

[@Jason_Hermann]

That is awesome to hear :) Thanks for sharing and have a good one, Jay

[@DrKatyaMay]

Thank you so much for explaining these basic concepts in a way that are easy to put into practice immediately. Thank you for not doing the same type of video that everyone else produced which was about what are their menu settings without explaining the basic concepts for those of us that are beginners. finding someone who is a true teacher at heart - such as yourself - can be quite challenging in the vastness of KZbin. I am so glad I found you! I look forward to working through all of your other beginner videos.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you :)

[@michaelackley7372]

I've had my Sony a7iii for a couple of years and have never really gotten off of automatic mode. Your video made a light bulb come on and I am much more confident now that I'll be able to experiment with various settings and take better pictures. Thank you for making a video that explains the features in simple terms and the reasons for using different modes. Much appreciated!

[@bethcarney5274]

I have watched no less than a dozen tutorials for this particular camera. By far, the most comprehensive and understandable. Thank you!

[@msp77channel]

I've literally been to the other side of the internet and back looking for a video that covers the A7iii basics as I wasn't familiar with Sony's new menus. As others have commented it was no easy tasking making my way here....what an awesome video - thank you! *New Subscriber* here!

[@KayThira]

I just bought a a7iii for my very first camera. This 18 minute video just taught me very thing I was trying to learn as I went through the manual. Thanks for the great video.

[@user-qn8ko1mi6l]

Thank you so much for this very informative video. I have been taking pictures with a Sony bridge camera for the past 10 years and just recently upgraded to the Sony A7 iii. I now have the goal of not using full auto mode anymore so I greatly appreciate all your helpful tips. I also appreciate how succinct you are about delivering the information - no huge history lesson on the evolution of the Sony camera. I will definitely look up more of your videos. 👍🏻

[@unanimousmusicgroup]

Thank you 🙏🏿! You really made it easier for a beginner! Your approach was less intimidating compared to a lot of other videos. 🙏🏿 👏🏿

[@BROOKLYNPOETZ]

You are the first individual to explain this in such a straightforward, understandable and easy to digest way. Bravo sir...Bravo! Subbed!

[@anand01logic]

I am really impressed by the length of the video , Such a short time lot of things are explained very clearly Thank you

[@don2672]

I'm so mad I'm now finding this video. This was the best video ever!!!!....Like you explained the basics of photography and how to use the camera so perfectly and easy to understand all in about 19 minutes. WOW. I learned so much it's crazy. I know this is years late but seriously thank you for the time and effort that you put into this video.

[@zenarobinson1306]

This tutorial is absolutely brilliant! You're a great teacher as you've made it very easy to understand. Thank you for sharing your knowledge :)

[@mateonevis142]

DUDE!!! This is hands down the best photography tutorial I have ever watched. I'm headed to Bolinas Ridge (Marin, CA) this afternoon for some sunset shots with the A7iii. You've given me a fighting chance of getting a good shot ;-) Thank you!

[@Jason_Hermann]

You are very welcome and I'm certain your sunset shots came out great :)

[@weneedrevelation]

thank you so much for this video! I have been successfully shooting for well over a decade and didn't know half the thing you just taught be about Shutter Speed, Aperture and ISO settings. thanks again and keep up the good work!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Awesome to hear and thank you so much for the comments :)

[@jeffreysisson7948]

Thank you Jay! I have been in Aperture mode for a while now on my A7 III and this did a great job assisting me to get to my next destination which is Shutter priority! This is so much better than anything else out there by a mile and plus there's also no annoying music either lol! Anyhow, thanks again and keep up the good work! 😁

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad it helped Jeffrey and thank you very much for the kind comments :)

[@Exile8oh8]

I just got my Sony A7 III today and I am completely brand new to owning a camera and this was extremely extremely extremely helpful thank you so much

[@Jason_Hermann]

You're very welcome!

[@livelikekings8968]

I have saved this video and shared with my partner as we are both learning photography. I’ve searched everywhere and this is by far the most common sense practical approach.

[@Jason_Hermann]

I'm really happy to hear the video helped you guys out! Thanks for the comments and have a good day ;)

[@jonathanfawcett]

Thank you so much for this. everyone barely touches on just one of the aspects that you broke down very well and easy to understand.

[@chrisjakel286]

Thank you for the good and in-depth explanation and for using sample images while doing so.

[@davebailey2584]

Excellent presentation for beginners or new Sony purchasers.... visually you were able to see where your fingers are touching the dials...good job...

[@azycloud-qh6ox]

This is by far one of the best explanations for the basics on this camera and I’ve been looking on KZbin for a good while💌

[@catherineduenas4532]

saaaaaame!

[@jamessanchez6756]

You thoroughly taught me what I needed to know in regards to being able to manipulate my own shots confidently. Amazing articulation. Thank you!

[@Jason_Hermann]

You're very welcome! :)

[@catherineduenas4532]

Wow. Wish I had found this video months ago. I am in school for photography so I totally get the aperture/shutter speed/iso connection, but being able to see someone make the adjustments on the exact camera that I have made it so much easier for me! Thank you so so much!

[@Jason_Hermann]

You're very welcome! 😊

[@jmemusic]

I really enjoyed your tutorial. This is exactly what I was looking for. Thanks

[@Jason_Hermann]

I'm really glad you enjoyed the tutorial, thanks for the kind words, and have a great day ;)

[@BookerLeslie]

As an a7iii Auto shooter, this was awesome, thank you!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you for the comments and I'm really glad the video helped you out!

[@TajuAlim]

Very informative video. I’m a first time photographer and purchased this camera a year ago. I was intimidated by it at first, but your video has given me confidence. Thank you 😎

[@tinalucarelli2298]

You are THE camera teacher! The right amount of info at the perfect speed. Easy to follow and understand. Jason soothing voice kept me in the moment.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thanks! 😃

[@Baleiric]

Thanks.. your videos are so valuable. Things sure have changed since my dad's old SLR I used in college. Relearning everything!

[@RJM7787]

After watching so many videos, this is the first one that I was able to follow along and understand fully. You are a great teacher, thank you!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Awesome! Thank you :)

[@liliankuhn4671]

You are a lifesaver! I can't thank you enough for making this video. Sony's manual doesn't tell us how to adjust the f-stop, shutter, etc. & I was going crazy trying to find instructions on how to do all of this. I took better pictures w/ my $89.00 Canon & they turned out pretty damn well. I live in Ct. & every day I take pictures of bear, butterflies, frogs & tiny little creatures w/ the Sony & 1 picture out of 50 were good or at least in focus. God bless you brother. You just made my day! Thanks again!

[@MappingSubber]

Man the A7iii is my first camera EVER. this video just explained soooo much to me! Great. Thank you.

[@troybagleynvrgu]

Brand new photographer and this video is the ONLY one that explains the camera simply and how all the modes work.. THANK YOU!!

[@The_Raylle_Red_FK8]

This is by far one of the best explanations for the basics on this camera and I’ve been looking on KZbin for a good while

[@Jason_Hermann]

Awesome, thank you!!

[@SLD9131]

The most understandable and BEST info, Ive gotten so far! Thank you!!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad it was helpful!

[@AlphonseMadiru]

I love how easy it is to learn from you, thank you so much :)

[@CarlosMartinez-qc9ow]

Thanks for this video, definitely demystifies the Sony menus and features . 👏👏👏👏👏

[@ronalddelacruz7029]

This is the most informative video I have seen for this camera. I recently bought a Sony a 7ii and this helped me a lot. I drained my first battery juice just playing with the settings getting to know my camera. Thanks a lot.

[@Jason_Hermann]

You're very welcome!

[@freedinner886]

Came back to watch it again Just leveled up my photography skill in RuneScape Thanks !

[@Jason_Hermann]

Awesome, and thank you for the comments ;)

[@Stubby1031]

Seriously, this is the first time I actually understand this all means. Thank you so much!! can't wait to check out your other videos!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad it was helpful and you are very welcome!!

[@bineshbalakrishnan6124]

Fantastic video. I was lost with Sony a7 iii coming from canon 80d. You just showed me the way. Thanks a lot mate.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Awesome to hear, and thank you for the comments!

[@fairybreadaficionado]

Super clear explanation, great video - thank you so much!

[@victoe5780]

This was very basic and helped me out a lot as far as breaking down each function! Thank you sir!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad to hear the video helped you understand the modes better, and thank you for the comments!

[@coma3550]

Very well explained. Excellent diagrams.

[@ericweber7707]

Best video explaining all these essential settings!!! Thank you for making this video!!!!

[@-AnakinSkywalker]

Finally found a video that explains the modes better. Thank you!

[@dowhatyouarecompany728]

This video gold. Really helped me understand how to use my camera, better videos and photos coming soon!!

[@Roohikhan804]

I make vlogs and was thinking to buy this camera, I was searching around and came to your video. This was the best and simple tutorial, easy to understand. Thank you...

[@HayleeHearts]

This is a great tutorial for beginners for sure!! Thank you

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@a-lens]

Wow most my questions answered in one video . Thank you man !!

[@ernestd.gutierrez6555]

Great video, thank you so much for making this. As a very novice photographer this has cleared up a lot of confusion and basic functions of so many features.

[@Jason_Hermann]

You're very welcome!

[@KeiferStreet]

What a great video. Just bought my first real camera - the Sony A7 IV. I’m getting into photography and cinematography as a hobby in concert with streaming and this video was so helpful.

[@shahababidi]

Thank you very much for putting together this informative video, really helpful.

[@christopherarmstrong2710]

Fantastic video - best I've seen on the subject(s) actually - thanks for this Jay!!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you very much :)

[@mitp2514]

Found your video by accident looking for tutorials.. You are the best KZbinr out there who made it simple and easy to understand for a beginner in the dslr world.. Great job..

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you very much for the super kind comments and it was my pleasure :)

[@suspiciousninja1220]

As said before, hard to find a video on this. This was close enough to my a7r 3. Thank you so much

[@GetonPar]

Jay your video is really helping me. I know you made the video in 2018 but it is still relevant in 2020 it is helping me to get better videos from the sony ZV-1. keep up the good work its appreciated all the way here in the UK!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Awesome to hear, and be sure to check out the How-To Videos playlist on my channel, because as you said the non ZV-1 videos are pretty much all relevant as the Sony cameras work the same... kzbin.info/aero/PLFE32AB0363640EDF

[@darkshadowmediatv5230]

Brilliantly done, I learned so much from this. I will become a subscriber

[@Jason_Hermann]

Awesome, and thank you for the comments and subscribing!

[@quentavisbolden]

recently purchased an a7iii & your videos are helping a ton! thank you so much for such an in depth analysis.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Awesome to hear and thank you for the comments ;) Jay

[@josephvu843]

this is the best video i have seen in regards to this info!. thank you for explaning.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad it was helpful and you are very welcome Joseph ;)

[@MacBookBro1]

Thank you! 🙏 I have been looking and looking to find a beginners guide to understanding the settings. Everyone else just shows you what they use, and for us beginners trying to learn off KZbin that doesn’t help. This gave me a big leap forward. 🤛🏼

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you for the comments and feedback :) This video tutorial was made specifically for people like yourself :) I know the struggle and the learning curve on photography is pretty darn steep in the beginning.

[@unounv]

MacBookBro1 same here 👌

[@lisac8540]

Super easy to understand and follow!! Thank you

[@ruchisah1841]

Thanks Jason.. for this wonderful explanation ❤

[@AsignaturaBand]

I'm so very happy, finally my questions have been answered

[@ironmaiden004]

one of the best videos i have seen to help me with this camera.. wow. thank you

[@Jason_Hermann]

Wow, thanks!

[@rus3781]

This is the best video on this topic

[@NA-pt6ck]

This guy has changed my life. I understand it in my head. I could never apply it. People are too busy to help. Took matters into my own hands. Thanks man

[@marianarego3560]

Great Great video!!! Thanks Jay!!! I am still a little confused with how to work the aperture, shutter speed and ISO together while on Manual, but I'm guessing it is a matter of practise. Your video taught me a lot and gave me more confidence! Thanks and keep the videos for beginners coming!!!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thanks for the comments and it certainly takes a lot of practice to get fluent in manual mode ;) You got it!!

[@abbasiowais2]

You were supper simple and easy to understand. Amazing video for a beginners. This video deserves a double thumbs up

[@davewebster8331]

This is the best explanation i have seen on you tube by far top work...........

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you Dave!!

[@fareedhinai8454]

i got the sony a 7 iii recently and this clip helped me to understand the topic

[@emmacrx8661]

Thank you so much for this video, you explain in depth everything and you're giving examples it's really useful

[@Jason_Hermann]

You are very welcome and thank you for the kind comments :)

[@shastapaul8544]

Wow! finally I found someone who explains the camera basics. This was a most helpful video. Thanks !

[@Jason_Hermann]

Awesome to hear, thanks!

[@mpoghost37]

holy crap this is the most informative video I've ever seen. out of the 30 videos I've watched this one is by far the best one!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Wow, thanks!

[@MichaelGhobrialTV]

Thanks so much for helping me out with this video! You helped me understand my camera way better!

[@mrnesgon]

Super helpful very clear concepts

[@nataliamiuller8427]

Thanks a lot! It was very helpful and well detailly explained!

[@roadtrip_reviews]

Thank you for this video! Amazing info and can’t believe I was using manual mode wrong!

[@onethousandtwonortheast8848]

The best video for this ive ever seen.

[@everglowacademy2723]

Wow! I so needed this video 🙏🏼 almost gave up and returned my camera!! Thank you for sharing this for those who need it. Do you happen to have a video on filming?

[@brentrito2126]

Amazing video mate. So helpful to a beginner photographer. I just bought this for my first camera.

[@pkbhaba]

Excellent Explanation J Harmann🙌

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you! 🙂

[@user-bo4ji4wq5g]

This is soooo helpful, you explain it so well 💕

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad it was helpful!

[@bASILIA1964]

I recently bought a Sonya 7II and this video was really helpful, thank you

[@Jason_Hermann]

You are very welcome and thanks for the comments! ;)

[@jaroaaleman]

thank you so much for this very simple and informative tutorial!! such a big help!

[@Jason_Hermann]

You are very welcome and thank you for the great comments!!

[@BlackScubaBear]

I just wanted to say that this video was very informative. I got so much knowledge from it. Thank you very much

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jennycubs]

thank you omg it took so long to find a tutorial that actually taught me everything i needed

[@NeilMcCoyWard]

Brilliant, thank you!

[@zhedrickimage3079]

best tutorial ever! very clear !! more power

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you very much :)

[@TheShadyNZ]

This is how you do a proper guide so that anyone can understand. I appreciate the information!

[@Jason_Hermann]

I really appreciate your comments, thank you :) I'm currently making one of these videos for the Sony A7R IV and your comments helped push me to do the best job possible.... So thank you again! Jay

[@mohammadkarimsaleh840]

Thanks a lot for very useful and important things to us. I learn many things that I need.

[@BigMoney23223]

Awesome video, I’m still learning proper camera settings and this helped a lot

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad it helped and these are the fundamentals!! Once you get this stuff the creative power is in your hands ;)