Sony A7 IV vs A7S III - Detailed Video Comparison

[@geraldundone]

You said a7S IV in the intro and edited it out, didn't you? 😜💜

[@AJCoReTV]

Yes 🤫

[@dslrvideoshooter]

Yep! Figured the sloppy edit was better than the comments I would have received. Thanks for turning in brotha!

[@PaulFeinberg]

@@dslrvideoshooter You Just got undone LOL Of course he noticed. I didn't catch it

[@MarcusAlexandr_]

I totally didn’t notice it but now that Gerald said something this is totally hilarious 😂. I love your guys friendship it’s inspiring !

[@NotTheLarryDavid]

You were hearing headphones when watching the video, didn’t you? 😁🙌

[@mike_s_media]

Finally, a truly unbiased comparison of specs and general performance! So tired of seeing people who clearly favor one over the other do a "comparison". They are both great cameras and each have their pros and cons relative to what the user needs.

[@Fixthisbuildthat]

I didn't expect that level of detail in the sensor of the IV to let it overcome so much. Excellent comparison, hit everything I had questions about!

[@BuildItMakeIt]

I know a lot of people hate sensor crop, and it is a bummer to have one at 4k60, but I LOVE that you can enable super 35 at anytime. When doing close up b-roll it is so nice to be able to crop if you need it and I use sensor cropping as extra zoom all the time.

[@jaycarl1562]

So its the A74 for you?

[@BuildItMakeIt]

@@jaycarl1562 I did buy the a7iV and personally I love having the sensor crop option. I have run into it a few times that it is a bummer at 4k60, but personally I have used it to give me some extra crop on my lens almost every video I film. I am primarily using a 28-70 sigma, so that super 35 mode helps me get it more to the 105mm which I like because I used to film almost exclusively on a 28-105.

[@LukeBarousse]

Not all heroes wear capes! Thanks for this detailed comparison, Caleb! 🙌🏼

[@dslrvideoshooter]

Ha! Thank you so much Luke!

[@gregsnell]

Granted Caleb's sweater in this one kinda looks like a gnarly cape. 😆

[@davidaltizer]

The detail difference is mind blowing! Also the fact that you can customize that exposure comp dial is amazing. ALSO as someone who uses little hdmi to usb boxes for webcams constantly having it built in is amazing. I think the a7IV is the one for me! Didn’t realize the low light was so good on it!

[@baqcasanke]

Well hes just wrong about that idk. I literally plugged my fx3 (same thing as a7s3) into my computer yesterday via usbc and sony imaging edge software and it worked first time as a webcam. No hassle no fuss. So not sure why he thinks you cant do that or need a hdmi to usb capture card. You dont.

[@ViralVideos-pr2oi]

Lmfao. Detail difference is not mind blowing at all. Look at the images side by side when it isn't cropped 400%. They are the same.

[@iPhonedo]

What a fantastic video! So nicely done Caleb!

[@dslrvideoshooter]

Thank you so much boss! Much appreciate my man.

[@evan]

Such an insane upgrade over the A7III though! I'm just happy it has 10 bit

[@jjseandxcefree]

but no 4k60 uncropped. wtf. it's 2022

[@ezrarichardson279]

@@jjseandxcefree You don’t really need 60fps that much unless your trying to slow your footage down a bit.

[@evan]

@@ezrarichardson279 eh not true. I now shoot all my main channel videos at 4k50p so that means I could never use an A7Iv as an A cam

[@PhilDuggs]

@@evan Yes, you could. Just back up the camera to alleviate the crop if possible. Secondly out of curiosity, what is your crucial need for 4k 50p? Even if you're editing 4K and outputting 1080 the A7IVs downsampled 7k will result in an excellent image.

[@dslrvideoshooter]

Yes! That is all I wanted to see. Would have lost it if we still had to deal with 8-bit.

[@impatrickt]

I really love the S35 crop on the a7iv. I assigned the rear joystick button press to crop in and it’s turned every lens into 2 lenses with a click.

[@tombuck]

This is an amazing idea. I’m doing it now!

[@LzKicker17]

So true, perfect example for the 24mm 1.4 GM, beast of a lense!! Just crop it with apc35 und you get the 35mm with 1.4f! It's an insane money saver :)

[@dslrvideoshooter]

Yes! Really missed that on the A7S III.

[@PaulFeinberg]

@@tombuck I have this set on my a7c, but of course you can only do this on my a7siii in 1080p. Great option Boom!

[@PaulFeinberg]

@@LzKicker17 Yep I do this on my a7c all the time......Love my dang 24mm 1.4 GM

[@TacticalCactusMedia]

Caleb's LUT pack for the FX3/A7siii is one of the most slept on imo. It gives you such an amazing starting point with accurate skin tones to develop a creative look for your footage, AND it costs 10x less than many of its competitors on the market.

[@dslrvideoshooter]

Thank you so much for the plug! After getting hundreds of messages about the price being to low I finally listened and increased the price. Never thought I would get that kind of feedback ha!

[@josesalgado2796]

Rushed to buy it lol!

[@ToddSkougor]

Does it work for the FX6 too?

[@michaelbell75]

Two huge things no one ever seems to mention regarding the a7IV video that Im glad you did. In 4K 24 and 30, its oversampled from 7K,. The a7S III comes nowhere close to that resolution as it can only do around 4.2K. Also, the crop on the a7IV 4K 60 is no big deal. Most every cinema camera from ARRI, RED, as well as the Sony and Canon cinema cameras, have sensors around the same size as that (APS-C) crop in 4K 60 on the a7IV. I chose the a7IV. Its $1k cheaper, its a TON better for photo, has a better AF system, separate photo and video settings, 7K resolution video and I dont need 240fps. Its pretty much the perfect camera IMO.

[@ViralVideos-pr2oi]

Resolution doesn't matter. People love to crop in 400% to show you a minor difference. But where in cinema are you cropping in 400%? The uncropped images side by side look the exact same. The terrible rolling shutter makes the Sony a7IV a no go for me.

[@77dris]

Sony people when Canon's old cameras have a video crop: OMG! Canon is crippling their cameras! Sony people in 2022 when Sony cameras have a video crop: OMG! It's a huge bonus! Cinema cameras have this feature!

[@martzallmedia]

The perfect hot camera. MP chasers man I tell ya. A7iv is a mass market camera. Siii is a specialty camera.

[@jessbreheret]

Really love the last " what you'd get for a 1000$ more " . So effective imo. I would personally invest in lenses more than having 120fps or 4k uncropped etc ... being more photo than videos anyway . Again great comparison

[@churchill378]

also the 1080 120p over sample on the A7IV for me looks great if I really need 120 uncropped which I rarely do. and I did the same spent the money of lenses instead.

[@nicholasjackson1]

Seriously Caleb, you honestly have been such an amazing resource to me over the years. Yet another fantastic review/comparison.

[@tiedtkeio]

Probably one of the best comparison videos I've ever seen.

[@thisiserich]

The rolling shutter really isn’t a big deal on the 7iv. I can’t really see it being an issue except for in specific use cases. Which in those cases, like filming races or birds flying or something like that, just switch over to aps-c mode and get the improvement. It’s still being downsampled from 4.6k to 4k so it’s gonna look fantastic no matter how you shoot with it.

[@LiquescentAdventures]

not in a financial position to purchase just yet but ive had my eye on the A7sIII but with this review the A7IV is now making me wonder how important the HFR is.....hmmm options. thank you for this video, you've got a new subscriber :) thank you

[@LanceGoyke]

I watched this last night and then again today and I just went to "like" it for a second time. This is a wonderfully efficient video. Thank you for the chart at the end.

[@PaulBradfordTech]

Great comparison! I went with the A7IV for its hybrid capabilities and have been super happy with it so far. Incredible camera for the price.

[@churchill378]

same as I wanted it for the photos as much as the video. easy decision for me.

[@jessetek]

Which lens did you buy with it?

[@churchill378]

@@jessetek for me I went for the 24-105.

[@teamakindore9987]

Do you feel any overheating issue ? I'm planning to buy A7IV but i found lots of prblms videos on it

[@churchill378]

@@teamakindore9987 zero issues for me. never once seen a single warning come up and I record 4k 10bit video all the time.

[@WhirlOmar]

Fourth video I seen in a row that compares these two cameras without talking about the megapixel difference.

[@tombuck]

I only recently realized that the a7IV doesn’t have an IR sensor for the little Sony remote. That’s the biggest bummer for me since I love using it!

[@dslrvideoshooter]

Yeah so sad and so expensive now!

[@PaulFeinberg]

Ya I have this $8 knock off IR remote that works well. They make a bluetooth one as well for $29 so more expensive but not crazy.

[@tombuck]

@@dslrvideoshooter it wasn’t until I went to film a video with the a7S3 and FX3 that I noticed the a7IV wasn’t recording after pushing the remote 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@LoverOfTech]

You just saved me one of the biggest frustrations with the A7iv, I got so use to the IR Remote control function on the A7S3. Glad to know at least Bluetooth is an option on the A7iv

[@Imwphotography]

Where can you find the bluetooth remote? I checked amazon but can't find it.

[@MoneyTary26]

I record a lot at night so a7siii for me, higher ISO, rolling shutter... the 7K is not really a big deal since the naked eye or monitors display just as good in 4K, plus it costs $1K more for a reason. Go hard or dont buy at all is my motto

[@JosiahMorales]

Sony flexing on the sensor with the A7 IV for such a great price. Can't wait for the rest of the line up to update with new processors and sensors. I have both and honestly use the A7 IV more, with the higher quality image, punching into footage and still being sharp is a blessing.

[@Cinepoesias]

Man, you just nail it! Just get better as the time goes by... I´m a great admirer of yours from Rio- Brazil!

[@lucasliaskos]

Caleb, my bro! This is hands down the best and most nicely presented comparison between these cameras! Amazing!

[@jer3006]

Going mirrorless from a Nikon DSLR no-investment setup. Going to start video-ing (no experience at all). Found your Oct 2019 desktop DIY setup-THANK YOU! Have decided to purchase the A7 IV (yeah, again, no Sony experience) but experts seem to like it as a hybrid and mid-cost camera. I think you like it too from what I think I heard in the last 10 seconds. I think I'll look for a 24-70mm 3rd party zoom but I noticed how the 16mm worked for you in the desktop video I referred to above, so maybe I need more input on the lens. Anyway, overall it is a struggle without video experience to figure it all out, and I just want to let you know you are appreciated for sharing what you do so well! ⭐x5

[@DeadBrokeBBQ]

I have both and both are incredible cameras. Great comparison Caleb!

[@Alexsu1]

Focus peaking in auto mode is kinda what I really wanted with the a7s3, cool feature, I hope a future firmwire will have some of these settings for the s3... especially breathing comp

[@jordanlaine7412]

They just put out a fx6 update that has this so I'm hopeful for a fx3/SIII firmware update as well.

[@Alexsu1]

@@jordanlaine7412 Ohhh, that would be great!! (about time xD)

[@tiltedroom]

Another great review! I can attest as well to your extremely informative and thorough camera tutorials. I purchased your Sony A7III tutorial and you got me up and running with a full understanding of Sony's menu system. I came over from Canon, so very helpful!

[@rxstvrproductions9538]

I’m in illinois as well. Glad to see someone from the area doing big things. Much love. And this was a grea comparison vid. Thanks

[@HeythereDavehere]

This video was worth $1,000! Thanks Caleb!

[@eggsrsweet]

I love my a7S III! Been thinking of picking up a couple a7 IV's as B cam's... however, I've been reading more and more about the a7 IV's overheating even with the high temp setting turned on and its making me shy away from it. I used my a7S3 for a lot of weddings last year; I filmed one day where I was outside for over an hour filming in 90+ degree direct sunlight and it never even gave me an overheating warning. Just an incredible camera!

[@gemwebb]

The overheating issues is really making me gun shy to buy this A74…. Might wait for new cameras to come out form Canon.. The crop on this and the crop on that, really sucks for this full frame camera also. What gives Sony?!

[@grendizer6139]

I dont know so much about cameras but still watch your videos, highly impressed and appreciate your content!

[@reckerproduction9468]

Simple and straightforward

[@kimtrickster52]

Thanks a lot for the comparison. Will you make a guide video for A7iv as well?

[@dslrvideoshooter]

Yes! It is in the works...

[@kimtrickster52]

@@dslrvideoshooter Brilliant! Can't wait :D

[@kostavarnava8477]

The a7IV reminds me of a full frame a6700. Love the hybrid. Thanks so much!

[@uwepierre]

I found the comparison of the two cameras when zooming in on the video recording + the photo quality with increasing ISO to be the best part of this test. Also the list of video settings of both cameras. A REALLY GOOD AND USEFUL COMPARISON.

[@CarlosCP8]

Great video! You should make a Sony a7 IV VS. Lumix s5 video comparison

[@mattgray9297]

I really enjoy the A7IV for hybrid use. But for my video work I reach for the A7SIII + FX3. My A7IV actually overheated during a shoot last week. Temp is set to high. Was in 4k 60 @ 4:2:0 8 bit. After 30 minutes of off/on b-roll, it overheated.

[@dslrvideoshooter]

Yikes! Good to know. Thanks for letting us know Matt.

[@alexstevenscreativemedia]

Yikes, this is really good to note. Do you know how hot it was where you were filming?

[@mattgray9297]

@@alexstevenscreativemedia it was a pet fish store, so it there was a bit of warmth and slight humidity in the air, but certainly not uncomfortable (and I hate heat). It might have been 75-78 in the store.

[@seventeenglockzz3991]

It’s a lot of people saying that it overheat did anyone find a solution to it ?

[@timothyamanda4960]

the extreme humidity cripples the air's ability to conduct heat effectively, so electronics can overheat a lot easier. @@mattgray9297

[@remywebber5330]

Whilst I think the 1000$ for the A7siii is worth it for video/cinematography focused users. The 33mp and A1 processor make a big difference in photography. As a hybrid shooter and someone who does both jobs at weddings A74 sits best with me. Plus leaves 1000 towards a new lens

[@gabbielopez2285]

the a7s iii takes amazing photos. The original 5d was 12 mp and was totally fine

[@vishalpatil4780]

best comparison on the planet for video capabilities, solved my all questions.

[@lg.studio]

My main problem with the a7iv is the lack of IR remote support, as I use that to sync the timecode on my other sony cameras when going 3-4-5 camera setup. Shame.

[@tsound_]

THE VIDEO WE'VE ALL BEEN WAITING FOR u da goat

[@kelvinkurniawan07]

This is the best comparison video I've ever watched!

[@joentell]

Great comparison! I have both also, and noticed battery life is better on the A7SIII. Another odd change was when customizing buttons, the A7 IV doesn't have the an option to choose memory recall so it's not as easy get to the extra 4 custom memory modes. I hope they add that back in a future update.

[@jaymills1720]

Which do you suggest image wise for video if you only use natural light

[@joaquinnolasco5210]

Fellow Illinoisan here! I'm glad I have found your channel. I love the format and simplicity of the tests and comparisons of both cameras. Thanks Caleb! #subscribed

[@Laiqul]

i just checkout a7iv today , hope it will be a significant upgrade from a6400 :D

[@iComplainer]

the video the community needs rn

[@tekkythai]

Absolute best comparison video between these two cameras

[@notnikola]

Great video, as always! 🙏 Would love to see a A7SIII vs FX3 video.

[@TavoCuervo]

Gerald undone has one explaining how the fx3 is basically a riggable siii check it out

[@BestAudiovisualTricks]

Excellent Caleb! Best A7IV vs A7S3 video on KZbin letting us know everything we need to know to make a purchase decision. Your video helped me to decide going with the A7IV. Thank you my friend!!!

[@EthanMcAlpin]

1000/10 review. Thank you for being clear, concise and making what could be pretty technical aspects EASYYY to understand!

[@ItzSi]

The A7iv is incredible thanks mate

[@m0tted0ck]

Love your Videos 🎥❤️

[@FUTURETECH4K]

I Love my A7 iv

[@jakumeitgerd]

This is the best comparison video I’ve seen for these cameras

[@grzegorzkrajewski1095]

Great comparison. My suggestion for one of next videos - please compare flexibility of ProRes RAW vs best what offer Sony A7IV.

[@mack_solo]

To the point, short and sweet. Well done! Thanks Caleb.

[@UsernameInvalid48]

Really hoping for a price cut on the A7S III would be really nice to have a slowmo 4k option. My A7S II just won't cut it for that. Goddamn though, 7k is super nice for the a7 IV

[@alpenfoxvideo7255]

I have to admit that I shoot more at 12800 than 640. It's not crazy bright as people say, like near golden hour 12800 is barely enough to have a decent exposure in Slog

[@TechnoBabble]

That's something a lot of people forget or don't know, Slog-2 and 3 look best when overexposed almost two stops.

[@JanSur]

12800 is still better on A7IV..A7S just apply heavy noise reduction..

[@alpenfoxvideo7255]

@@JanSur 12800 is a base iso on A7SIII, clean as a biscuit

[@JanSur]

@@alpenfoxvideo7255 clean but without details..

[@alpenfoxvideo7255]

@@JanSur probably you haven’t used the camera alongside the A7IV, the color is much weaker there, and even temporal NR destroys the detail making everything mushy

[@AndyLSB]

DANG ! timing on point Caleb, I was literally looking for the differences between this exact models like 5 minutes ago and then your video popped up, hahaha great video and timing my friend !

[@dslrvideoshooter]

Glad I could be of service! Thank you for the kind words man!

[@arranpbrown]

Such a great detailed, but concise comparison - really enjoyed this, Caleb! Nice one! 👌

[@Featherlightstudio]

Great Info as always Caleb, I would love a detailed audio comparison ( features, preamps, ect ) for all of us audio guys out here.

[@_juanchamorro]

The video I NEEDED. Thank you! Currently have two Siii’s and wondering if I should sell one for an AIV to be more well rounded

[@dslrvideoshooter]

Glad I could be of service! Both great cameras just with different strengths!

[@impact_image]

If your seriously selling I’m looking for that camera!

[@ivanyamson]

I just got both last month! I find that having one of each makes everything flexible, and since I use primes I basically get a different focal length at 4k60 on the A7IV. I have a feeling the A7siii would get a firmware update with focus mapping, breathing comp, etc.

[@_juanchamorro]

@@ivanyamson that's great to hear, thanks! would love the breathing comp and for the shutter to close when powered down to arrive to the Siii haha

[@_juanchamorro]

@@impact_image still trying to decide😂

[@RobertNoelvonDraminski]

Great Video I already have the A7 IV and do not plan on switching but just find it interesting to learn how different cameras compare. Thank you for this to the point comparison.

[@DerbJd]

I went with two A7IV bodies and three A7C for weddings. The A7IVs get split with one for gimbal video and the other for raw stills. The three A7C are for video angles. All are amazing performance.

[@Ajonra]

All the years I've been watching you, I've never know you were in Chicago! So cool.

[@flochfitness]

Oh hell yeah 🙏🏻 Time for me to feel really good or really bad about my recent purchase 🤣🤣🤣

[@Leogarcia.v]

The best video review I’ve watched about this two cameras, what a video, thank you! 🙌🏽

[@Janmayer]

Why the A7IV with 33mp sensor would overheats in 4k60 Full Frame and the A1 with 50mp sensor does not overheat in 4k60 Full Frame if both have same processor?

[@KRSchannel]

Can you please talk about, or anyone for that matter to encourage Sony to put integral raw like R5 and R5c, or come out with a firmware update for Integral law light for A7sIII. this one thing will put Sony ahead, its surprising that FX6 and FX9 don't have internal raw.

[@fwpentertainment]

Thanks so much for this! Much appreciated. Any chance you're going to do a guide for the A7 IV?

[@jaymills1720]

Caleb! Those sensors are now in a7cII and zve1, I’d like the best quality image for my travel and sports videos. Which sensor/image do you like better out of these? Can’t leave Sony due to AF needs. Thanks 🙏 💕

[@AriIsenberg]

Great video! Just got my A7IV last week. Good choice, I think. :) Looking forward to seeing about your A7IV guide!!

[@RealTechnoPanda]

If I connect an external monitor to this camera, does the face tracking autofocus still work while recording internally in the camera?

[@Jumpadelix]

Same question here

[@bigal6795]

An excellent video. Just the right speed. Comes straight to the point.

[@rakiytzakari]

WHO told you I NEEDED THIS?!! ✊🏾

[@tippy35075]

When he showed the skin softening settings I burst out laughing lol

[@Pinionistus]

Great comparison Caleb - it convinced me that for my semi-pro usage, I'd be more than happy with A7 IV and it's 10bit recording. Thinking about upgrading from A7 III.

[@Davidb4825]

This is the best comparison between those two cameras. Helped me a lot to make a decision. Thanks a lot, mate! New subscriber here...

[@LuisMarquez80]

That focus peaking always on drives me crazy!!! Sony please give us the options for when we use focus peaking (AF or MF). Thanks for this video brother

[@DerbJd]

Why don’t all camera makers prevent overheating by making the tripod hotshot thread part of a heat pipe exchange to allow extreme heat users to screw in a heat exchange before the tripod? This way, you wouldn’t have to risk water damage from fan air access, and not make much change inside the camera too.

[@creat.7741]

Very in detail! Even I got both, I don’t know some of the difference!! Huge like your video!!

[@rockincarbonara]

Your comparsion is excellent! Thanks a lot for all these Details!

[@W.i.l.l._Nguyen]

The rolling shutter was the only thing I was worried about on the A7IV, and I know it's better in 1080p but I don't want to ever film in 1080p again. Storage is relatively cheap and if you keep a good habit of offloading files from the SD card (or record on the Ninja V), then you can always have room to film 4K. Thank you Celeb for the crop mode in 4K experiment to show roller shutter is considerably better. Now I have to find a way to get one into Japan because Sony Japan doesn't offer any camera with the menu language other than Japanese (I'm ok in Japanese but it's just so much easier in English if there are any warning messages).

[@courteoussammy112]

the idea of the video is great and so are all the covered content but why not also compare the crop mode of A7 IV ? :((

[@user-oc6sy6qo3q]

Wow, this is the best comparison! Thank you!

[@FullEarthWorkshop]

Caleb…I love your videos. My KZbin studio is based on your “studio on a stand” episode. Thanks for your excellent channel!

[@AndreaBozziVlog]

just got the a7s3 wished I saw this video before ha! the A7IV looks amazing especially image quality and low light test!

[@bensumma]

Love how you kept the bias out of this. Great video!

[@Mraz75]

Wow that is the best research, i am amazed and you simplify so profesionally. Thank you so much sir.

[@skymakai]

Nice breakdown Caleb! I really liked those fancy charts and graphics!

[@telehan6295]

such clear charts to show the differences, thanks man

[@marchonore]

The A7SIII is a BEAST in low light. Forget anything else. I have an A1 yet I purchased the A7SIII - a two year old model - because it kills in low light. It beats the A1.

[@ruff1draft]

I personally see the Sony A74 as a Super 35mm cinematic camera with full frame photography capabilities

[@trimotionmedia5487]

A7siii gang here. Better EVF, display, and no crop 4k60fps is a HUGE deal for me. Love it

[@yassinee.3463]

But when it comes to pictures, A7IV is better.

[@BCPaulVideoProd]

Nice Caleb, as a new a7iv owner I appreciate this video and look forward to your finished course.

[@RomaFedorov]

Thanks for such a fantastic video. I own the A7 IV for about 2 months now and you’ve showed me features that I didn’t know exist on my camera.

[@rudybertazzo]

Extremely detailed comparison, thank you very much!

[@Joeri2K3]

Wow - super clear review & comparison. You helped me where I was lost between the 2 models! Thanks !

[@Joeri2K3]

@@DSLRvideoshooter.... Not sure what I'm expected to do :-) (but happy new year to you too!)