Sony a7 IV vs a7III | 50 Differences! [4K60FPS]

[@JasonVong]

ABOUT THIS VIDEO - I covered 1/3 of the list in my last video so a lot of what I say ends up being a repeat but the rest are all little upgrades that are worth noting if you are considering to buy either camera or looking to upgrade to the 4. Hope this video helps! Cheers! Sony a7 IV Preorder $2499 Adorama geni.us/wMnGq | BH bhpho.to/3B3RcPg Sony a7 III $1798 ON SALE Amazon geni.us/QoByLN | BH geni.us/BEApB Sony a7C $1798 Amazon geni.us/fOT4xBC | BH geni.us/PiGeykk

[@3VAudioVideo]

AWESOME Video, Jason! Main thing I wanted to know is if settings in Video and Photo mode were Independent or Dependent on each other and you were the only one that answered or at least answered it properly! And also only one to provide detailed views on how that is done (and that's a pretty cool new feature to let the user decide which ones can be independent or not). Thanks again for this very informative and detailed video!

[@gregorybeale]

Thanks for a great video! What external monitor was that in the latter part of the video? Around #45

[@ladislavsvencik]

The buffer is actually smaller using fastest Sony Tough G card against A7III and with some RAW file options much smaller.

[@rboydphotography]

it's official, birds aren't animals, they are aliens! Sony says so in their new menu 😜

[@amindontcare]

Your video made me want to upgrade from A7iii to A7iv. My bank crying inside, my wallet already dying 😭

[@RolandoMora]

What a beautiful way to give us the information, thank you a lot!

[@Solitonyc]

I love the focus mapping, that is really intuitive; breathing comp, active stabilization and the faster eye/animal CAF and tracking are also really huge innovations and upgrades.

[@CorpseExplosion]

Love the way you covered this. No waffle, just tons of quick-fire info. Thank you.

[@OpenEyeAutomobile]

This is how a proper comparison looks like. We're talking about 50 differences. You name it, and it's covered.

[@raksh9]

Switching from stills to video and allowing two sets of custom settings is brilliant.

[@КирилАнастасов]

yeah it took sony 10+ years to realise this :)

[@raksh9]

@@КирилАнастасов Does any other camera company allow two sets of custom settings for stills and video?

[@slurp3194]

The 4k crop sucks

[@fdra1763]

Walked into Best Buy earlier to get an open box A7 iii, the rep showed me the flippy screen on the A7 iiii and I was like “Whoa!” Went straight to your video to see your review. Thank you for being so descriptive and in-depth. You helped immensely.

[@TimProVision]

Thanks for all the Sony A7iv Coverage Jason!

[@TeabaggEditing]

I think the upgrade from 3 to 4 only makes sense for video shooters. All major updates like better stabilisation, anti focus breathing, 4k60, no record limit etc. are in fact just video options. The 3 rocks good enough in photography and if it's not professional enough for you, the 4 won't be either.

[@terriplays1726]

The improved AF is a thing though.

[@yourmommashouse]

And the AF from the A1, that just gets glossed over ?

[@balazsjb]

CFE card -> almost unlimited burst shooting. I hate it so much in the A73 when it starts lagging after 20 something pix...

[@patmat.]

As an A5100 shooter I feel a bit like a bum here, but I see the A7iv vs iii benefits in photo: 33m px sensor - better AF - electronic shutter - 3,68m px EVF - better ergo & UI - anti-dust shutter - LC RAW - unlimited burst for action

[@ismagine]

I cannot believe the time and dedication to put together this video. Thanks a lot!

[@sosomelodies659]

I believe the battery grip now fits all current bodies, A7IV,, A7RIV, A7SIII, A9II, and A1. Also with A7IV you can crop anywhere within a photo and save it in-camera.

[@Ianfefe]

Would be dope to see an a7IV vs a7SIII differences video! Really liked this straight forward format

[@nandhukartha8205]

The best A7IV review I watched till now. Great job!

[@santosovideo]

This is the best A7III vs. A7IV video, period.

[@tonfaboy]

Thank you for clarifying a lot of the differences between the two cameras! This cleared up a lot of confusion for me.

[@stevemurrayphotos]

Great video, Jason, I'd never have known that this many features were included !

[@fayasak2620]

Thank you for this video! ✨ You've missed full size HDMI port on a7IV.

[@MyMomentswithMom]

Great video as always, Jason! Lots of useful info :) Would love to know your comparison between the Sony a7 IV and Sony a7 C!!!

[@barrydillon8801]

woiuld love it also I have 7c tyhinking of treating myself to a7iv as life is short

[@kristianoimpress]

Hei is this camera Sony A7 IV is it GOOD for video? Thanks!

[@robbycastillo7862]

Who needs to read the manual, when you have Jason Vong

[@srsgonu]

This is a great video. Please also make a comparison video between A7C and A7 IV. Thanks

[@jd3330]

Hey Jason! Great video as always. Would love to see a Sony A7IV vs R6 comparison!

[@mirrorlessny]

me too, especially 4k60

[@JoATTech]

I guess I'll go with A7IV as my first FF camera. Event it's almost 2 times more expensive then A7III in my 2nd world coutry. The only thing I'm missing here are anamorphic modes, especially one that reads full sensor as 3:2 ... that would make this ideal camera.

[@switchunboxing]

How u liking it

[@nbr2]

at minute 9:00 you say the a7iii didn't get real time eye AF as update, but what is the difference to the automatic Eye-AF with update 3.0?

[@johnadams3038]

Jason, this is the best review that every other YT-er should have made.. they all just talk about 100fps and the crop at 4k60p.. this is going to be a very very worthy upgrade from the A7-III imo

[@BryanBenoitPhoto]

I am not a SONY shooter but if I was a A73 user this would be a super helpful video if I was considering an upgrade. Well done.

[@bananasandbass]

As someone leaning more and more to video, the A7III has been fun, but the A7SIII with all framerates in FF and the fastest most minimal rolling shutter CMOS and dual native ISO is just hard to beat. A7IV is a super powerful photo video camera that seems more 60/40 rather than 50/50 I kind of wish Sony didn’t make it 33mp but kept 24mp or made 28mp if that meant the 4K60p would not have to crop to APS-C (Super35). And would keep rolling shutter a bit more in check. Those 2 factors are too critical for video to compromise on. And I’m actually okay with shooting stills at 12mp. Just nail the composition and never crop. And if some high end job would come along, I’ll rent an A7R series if the client requires super large files. But usually clients complain files of 24mp are too big for social media… so yeah.

[@ClaudioDesideriFilms]

Can't fault your logic, it expresses exactly how I feel about this new camera. Sony decided to listen more to the wallet rather than what users really needed, although don't get me wrong, it's a great camera overall but such a shame for the cropped 4k 60 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@mirrorlessny]

I do stills with a7S3 too - 12mp compressed RAW is great & easier to handle/store, yes 24mp would of been better for videography but Sony probably wanted to improve on both fronts & that they did. Curious to see a7Cii as well as a7S4 (19mp from fx9?)

[@ClaudioDesideriFilms]

@@mirrorlessny storage is a good point although since I bought a Qnap Nas I didn't experience any more issues with space. I'm curios too about the A7C mark ii, still think that A7siii is the best compromise between cost and potential of production level. Trying to put hands on a second hand one, it's hard but I don't give up

[@yourmommashouse]

They want you to buy s3 if you are serious about video. Bottom line.

[@roadrider_2771]

This was the video that tipped me towards upgrading, lol. I wasn't going to, because I'm mostly a photographer, but I've loved my a7III so I'm sure I'll only love my a7IV even more. I know I'll have to wait a while to get it, but I'm hoping it will be worth the wait :)

[@pontianekakoro1737]

When you upgrade, kindly pass down the A7 III to me. I badly need a good camera for vlogging and I can't afford one now. You will have helped me forever. Thanks in advance

[@vgspotting5331]

same only got the A7III for 3 months but gonna trade it in for an A7IV for sure

[@scottb550]

I preordered one today. Apparently won't have stock till December but I'm excited for it to arrive!

[@allend6137]

Oh boy... As a hobbiest, mostly photographer as well, I was surely NOT going to purchase the A7IV.. but GAS is too strong.. I'm selling my A7III along with all of my old Canon gear and that should get pretty close to the price of the A7IV.

[@roadrider_2771]

@@allend6137 😂 Same!!

[@IceTeaJay]

hi jason, for number 41, are third party lens like tamron works with active stabilization ? how bad is it if we use non sony lens ? thanks...

[@F1REBEARD]

Hey! I'm not Jason, but I have A7C and two Tamron lenses. The stabilization works great on these lenses as well 👌

[@IceTeaJay]

@@F1REBEARD well, i mean for active stabilization as he said.. a7c didnt have active mode right ?

[@Oxbowphoto]

Watched this video, ordered mark iv. Cannot wait for it to arrive! Great video as always, thank you :)

[@judahdlindah641]

I love this review, you just motivated me to buy the A74 Sony camera cuz I was a bit confused…

[@diegoperez7027]

Just picked this camera up today! Soooooo excited to get out there and shoot!!!!

[@VideosByDeb]

Great video, one question: *My primary passion will be night/low light/astrophotography. Some occasional videos. Which one should I opt for? A7R III/A7S III or the newly A7S IV (since A7 IV has release, I have not included A7 III)* Thanks. 📸🎞

[@DrX0630]

The most expensive one in the budget. Of course the A7SIII can be excluded based on your need

[@VideosByDeb]

@@DrX0630 Thanks for letting me know, appreciate it 😊

[@alessiogennaro8153]

Can you say more about point n.34? Do you test flicker and banding with electronic shutter?

[@RockWILK]

Wow. You definitely spent a lot of time on this one. Thanks for all this info. So awesome. Great reference video.

[@greg.tallent]

Excellent video.. thank you. But your link to Squarespace isn't working.

[@99.YamanKumar]

Thank you for the video. Really great work 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@andy.photoandfilm]

Wow your Video shows that its a big upgrade in terms of ergonomics, customizability and handling! Can't wait to get mine!

[@workingwiththelight3119]

Great video. Thank you. Can we lifestream to KZbin connecting camera to WiFi only, without using any computer?

[@theshopper6902]

Jason @ 10:48 what lens focal length and aperture you were using.. Do you remember it? My god.. So beautiful

[@timelinefilmsweddingevents5764]

Excellent thanks 🙏 I just bought 7iv after your advice cheers mate👏

[@WhiskyTanuki]

I’ve been using my A7iii as a webcam for a while with an Elgato, never noticed the pass through hole with dummy battery, great to know!

[@saravibulvanich4744]

Looking forward to your setting recommendations for this beauty!

[@subramanianb]

Good work done...brought out well the differences and they will be useful to make a decision to upgrade from A7 iii to IV

[@Tima239]

Thank you for comprehensive comparison, Jason! Could you please make next video and share your thoughts about Sony a7S III?

[@shibnathbanerjee560]

Shutter closer is very essential for those who has one body and multiple lenses and have to switch on the go.

[@therambun79]

Jason, thank you for your excellent video. I plan to buy A7IV. I have a Canon 6D which has a built in GPS. I watched your videos that you travelled to other countries. Is there anyway I can buy a GPS separately so the location can be in the photo like the 6D? If not, what is your best advice? I prefer not to use the cell phone unless this is the only way. Thanks.

[@gopalpaliwal8225]

Does it have real time focus tracking while shooting videos at 120/100p ? As that is something I really miss in A7iii.

[@darinl848]

good review. the only things i care about and like better are the shutter dust protector, improved color science, higher MP, and new menu. the only thing i don't like about the new a7iv is it's noisier compared to the a7iii.

[@RiccardoGabarriniKazeatari]

This video is REALLY REALLY useful and not enough ppl are saying it. THX JASON!

[@Bobbie_Lee84]

Super Informative!! thanks again Jason!

[@vishalpatil4780]

very nice comparison all doubts cleared, thanks

[@sgeorgiev]

Jason, best video for A7 IV! Period!!! ... uups... period.

[@VahanenTomFunke]

Thanks, thanks and thanks. You have always been thorough, trustworthy and professional... Tom from Denmark

[@YosepSugiarto]

Thx for sharing this Jason! love your review! Cheers from Bali!

[@billypowers3297]

GREAT CONTENT. Do you recommend a manufacturer for NP-FZ100 Dummy Battery? Link?

[@switchunboxing]

Great video! Sounds like iv really is the way to go. I have no idea why someone was trying to get me to buy the iii instead.. Sometimes I think people just don’t want you to have nice things

[@Petrusenko]

Hey Jason, waiting for your new 35-150 Tamron review!

[@junichinomura4810]

Jason Vong can you compare the sony a7IV with Sony a7RIII? Thanks

[@hardikpshah25]

Thank you for the detailed information 🙂 You are great! Neat, clean, to the point! Perfect!

[@GameProgrammer79]

Amazing 😅 one of the best indepth reviews

[@areeszgandhistudios]

Such hard work you put in!!! such a great video, thanks:)

[@TobiasStevens137]

great vid Jason!

[@urumps9922]

Best video so far for Sony A7 IV!

[@FazMarkar]

Hi Jason, I think you can revisit this and make a new video out of the title with the A7IV and all the new lenses. Make sure you include lenses that works for both photographers and videographers as the A7IV is a hybrid beast. Good luck!

[@pritamaries]

Thx @JasonVong. This is very comprehensive . I am a a73 shooter for a long time . If I get A74 and A7s3 as A and B cam , will the color match be a problem ?

[@CarlesSpriggs]

Thanks for the video, I’ve been trying to decide between the Sony a7c and Sony a7 iii and Sony A74 for film making. Which Sony camera Do you think that would be a great camera for Film making?

[@hormorjoeshorts8280]

Which one did you later buy?

[@chevypowertogo-9070]

HEY Jason...What Did You Say at Video 5:57 ? I Tried and Tried but Couldn't Quite Catch What You SAID There? Thank You Jason 🙂

[@midnightsnack1306]

Best comparison out there 👍👍👍

[@wkfn8554]

These are the things I was really, really curious about. thanks

[@AsianWithHat]

Can we just get a line skipped FF 4K 60FPS?

[@williamdlc3]

Praying the guys responsible for the Unlimited Recording Time hack can somehow hack the a7iv to do this 🙏

[@youuuuuuuuuuutube]

If enough people request it, Sony might add this via a firmware. After all, that's how the Canon R6 does its 4k60.

[@WillStinton]

@@youuuuuuuuuuutube I was thinking the same. We gotta create the backlash to get the change we want!

[@pematamang9268]

@@WillStinton No way upgrade this new camera because sony gives 5fps for uncompressed and loseless compressed raw. TERRIBLE!! TERRIBLE ROLLING SHUTTER, Lcd Resolution still worse. Loud Mechanical shutter and useless Electronic shutters because of banding, no indoor photography and no fast moving photography.

[@dentontay]

@Jason Vong you missed the better waterproofing!

[@jacobbobo4670]

FX3 user here, I love the flexible exposure but not so that I can automate only one of the variables I like it so that I can only turn up and down manually the ISO. I find that I accidentally bump or change the shutter speed or aperture when I don't use it.

[@Mejtub]

Great video Jason! Very informative. Thanks.

[@Chris-wv8cn]

Is there a big difference in image quality between the A7III and A7IV, and is the autofocus faster?

[@bobceffo]

I'm still not really very exited, but going through the list helped :) thanks

[@duffeyboy]

#35: 10fps is only possible with Compressed RAW. do you think they will release a firmware update to increase/fix this? otherwise, who wants to shoot 5-6fps? am I missing something??

[@nickwilliams6716]

5-6 fps is enough for wedding, portrait and landscape photographers. I agree it's low for wildlife and sports.

[@TechnoBabble]

For wildlife and sports, sure. But if you can't shoot a portrait or something with 6fps the camera isn't the problem. And the lossy compressed RAW shows less of a difference to lossless compressed the higher your ISO is. So just shoot lossy compressed RAW if you need the speed and get 10fps.

[@terriplays1726]

My current A6300 can also do 10fps, and I think I have used this feature about once per year, so I take the increase in megapixel over an increase in FPS anytime.

[@miklosnemeth8566]

Wow. A comprehensive list: totally unusual from a youtube reviewer. Congratulations, I am very happy that there is no cheesy question mark at the end of the title of your movie. So these two facts alone is enough reason for me to start watching ...

[@carandmel]

Hi Jason! Any blackout during shooting? I am happy the banding is gone with the A7iv 😃

[@paulfairchild8942]

Very informative review as always, thanks

[@paul742crew]

One thing that I miss a lot is a "delete all photos" option, I don't like to format my card where my additional custom settings are stored... Thanks for your video !

[@mastrorj68]

You should be formatting your card literally before every new shoot.

[@iceman10129]

you can also delete all by date super easy.

[@RyanREAX]

@@mastrorj68 nah

[@mastrorj68]

@@RyanREAX yah, that's how you avoid a corrupted SD card. I've been doing digital since 2001, in that time I've had anywhere from 50-100 SD cards get corrupted between myself and other coworkers in the field bc they didn't format their cards and the shoot was gone or lost halfway through.

[@nubscrub]

How about keeping your settings on a 16MB SD card in case

[@peternilsson2372]

Speaking of transfers... do you know if the camera supports wireless tethering like the A7RIV does?

[@albert.artphotography]

It can’t be better than this video!!! Thanks 🙏

[@huskywolf4215]

How much better is the A7IV when shooting video of products and panning and tilting on them while maintaining focus?

[@rvarghese3062]

Nice to see a packed feature list of the new sony A7 iv..... 👍

[@filippotraversa]

Thanks a lot for your videos, so helpful.

[@stuartdavis798]

Thanks for the video. It was interesting to see pretty much a feature by feature comparison. I'll start saving up my nickels and dimes for the upgrade from my A99

[@ParichayaGFX]

You missed the new ecofriendly plastic use in new a7iv

[@fwfeo]

These little and big improvements add up to a very good upgrade.

[@JackyLi]

Much needed video for the new camera! Does UHS-I sd cards still works for photos/video except for the highest recording bitrate on the A7IV?

[@camerathencoffee]

Yes Jacky, UHS 1 SD will work for photos and videos in both card lots. 👍

[@x4re]

i want to change from Nikon D7200 APS-C to a full frame camera but i can't decide between the A7III and the A7IV because of the price. Its 1000 Euro more for the A7 IV. And which lense should i get? Sigma 24-70 2.8 or Tamron 28-75 2.8....

[@PhearNoneGearGadgets]

What about the A7C difference? Thanks for this video however.

[@Chris-wv8cn]

I currently have the A7III; would it not be wise to get the A6700 since its autofocus is much faster?

[@Sweetstandard]

Should we buy body only? Or buy with Kit Lens. And which lens you recommend for A74

[@sarkasaa]

So they made the ring holes smaller? That will make forcing through the quick release ankers very hard

[@MikeMikeYT]

This video is blowing my mind. Flippy touch screen with 30MP was good enough for me but damn. Great changes. Such value for price, much wow.

[@stathiskefalas]

Great video Jason, I've been looking for an in depth comparison like this one, thank you!

[@ChristianPecksteiner]

I usually don't watch your videos but this one was awesome!

[@TechnoBabble]

No cable hole on the battery door is strange, but I assume it allows for better weather sealing.

[@switchunboxing]

I’m new to this so I’m just checking - do people really bother with the filters and effects thing??? Or is it just for reference before you edit in software? Also is the face softening pretty throw away? I’m thinking maybe low setting during live stream but maybe not