Sony A7ii Auto Focus Guide and Focusing Tips

[@luiscalderon652]

Thank you so much for this! We need more tips and tricks for the A7ii. There’s a bunch of us (A7ii) owners out there that need someone to guide us with this camera and your the guy for it!

[@JustBWise]

Thanks Fam. That is high praise hopeful I can keep helping.

[@Zoro-sc6ke]

I just got my a7ii last week for my first ever camera and idk much about it. You got any advice for me?? Would be helpful thank you

[@angelochristou3695]

Just bought this camera because I started travel videos; out of all the KZbin videos I’ve seen your’s is the best it has spice and flavour, instead of all the other boring videos I couldn’t watch because of my adhd; well done 👍🏼

[@leighfrancisnemenzo9012]

Finally, a guy talking in my language! I know you can be technical but thank you for making it all simple. Can't wait to get my A7ii! My very first full frame camera after 5 years of using fujifilm. Don't get me wrong, I loved it! But I'll see how this A7ii will work for me. Been watching your other videos! Subscribed! All the best!

[@rprattrpratt]

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[@SheWhoRemainz]

Thanks for not being over complicated and just getting to the nitty gritty. Not everyone who owns a camera understands all the technical jargon.

[@mgfmc84]

Finally got my A7II, obviously I considered a more modern camera like A7III but I was on kind of a budget, even looked for some APS-C cameras before finding your channel. Then your videos encouraged me to keep my decision for the A7II and can't be happier about it. Now I'm saving for my next lens. I went all-in and skipped A, S and P modes all at once and decided to learn M mode since day 1. A bit of a rough start be I know it will pay off at the end. Thank you once again for sharing your thoughts and tips on this awesome camera!!

[@JustBWise]

Yes!!!!! I love that you just decided to learn M off the bat. Good job by you friend and yes ou will be better for that decision. Enjoy the cam my friend.

[@crackersandcucumbers8026]

Dude! Got me rolling. Stay real! Dig the help!

[@amandaong9681]

Thanks for guiding us through the camera! I need those shots of the camera with the actual settings b/c I'm not a gears person haha. And lol, love your realness

[@macs.4416]

Thanks for the video bro! I'm still trying to master the autofocus on this camera. Thanks for all the tips. Keep up the great work!

[@nevasm3662]

Hey, Love your channel. I own a7ii only thing i dont like about the camera is AF. I have two more tips to share Set Center as Focus Standard in Custom Menu. Now, You can easily change the Auto Focus point in Seconds like Touch Screen Set AEL to Eye AF to So that you can easily focus into eye for a sharp potraits :)

[@JustBWise]

Thanks bro these are great tips!!!

[@heyovin741]

Try with 50mm 1.8

[@DrLobotamy]

Isn't this for the a7ii? Does it even have the custom menu function?

[@kajkaj]

Hi mate l did same but my camera says this operarion or setting not available as fallows ((

[@Pixel_Mechanic]

@@heyovin741 I 've used this lens with the a72, pre af drains out the battery the lens constantly tries to keep hunting for focus. 50% hit or miss

[@carlavst6999]

omg I’m so glad I found you!!! easy to understand, funny, and concise. thank you!

[@JustBWise]

So happy you are enjoying it. also thank you for these awesome compliments it really means a lot to me

[@smalltalk.productions9977]

Borrowed a friend’s A7ii to test out how I get along with Sony. I have a Nikon DSLR and a Fuji mirrorless but was thinking about moving to Sony. Your YT vids are very helpful. I am primarily using my cameras for stills so the autofocus concerns are slightly different. Thank you for the effort and the sharing. Thumbs up.

[@JustBWise]

Thanks so much. Im glad it was helpful.😃

[@DonTHEhandsome1]

Great video. Just got an a7ii used and this is awesome. This is my first mirrorless camera and I was feeling a little overwhelmed. I'm coming from an OLD Sony a330.

[@JustBWise]

Thanks. This is my 1st mirrorless as well and even though I plan to get the A7iii soon I still love this camera.

[@howun7435]

Thanks sirr!! I just bought my first camera Sony A7 II today! You are the best youtuber to introduce A7 II

[@JustBWise]

Wow, thanks! I really appreciate the love. I hope you are enjoying the camera so far. I think it is a great 1st camera.

[@CharlieForbes524]

@JustBWise - Bokeh is a just term for the quality of the out of focus areas when you have narrow depth of field. Depth of field can also be called zone of focus. The wider the aperture or smaller the f-stop number the narrower the depth of field (DOF). DOF is also tied into the sensor size, focal length, and the distance the subject is from the camera. Generally, I have found wide angle lenses tend to have more in focus near to far even at wider apertures. While the more telephoto you go, the more shallow the DOF gets. The closer the subject is to the lens, even on wide angles, you can see more bokeh/shallow DOF as well. So when the DOF is inches or less, the accuracy of the focus sensor is more important. Just subject moving can make them go soft. So while many want that shallow DOF, if your subject is moving a lot forwards and backwards, having slightly higher aperture... like f3.5 - f5.6 might be more advantageous to keep them sharp. For video, you may want to get a larger monitor or magnified viewfinder and use focus peaking to focus manually.

[@arrowayes]

Great information, thanks!

[@alexflynn8753]

I just bought an A7ii a few days ago and love it. While the auto focus might not be great, it is leagues better and faster than the camera I just came from (Canon T6).

[@chrisbenson2541]

I know this camera is a few years old, but I just upgraded to it from a A6000. This video was very helpful because I was having an issue with the auto focus. Thank you!

[@LeoSilva4]

Thank you for the help, man. Really appreciate guys like you going out their way to teach other people. I'm a new sony a7ii user and been finding your videos very helpful. A hug from a fan from Portugal

[@imjennrenee]

I just got my a7ii and I love it. This is very helpful. Thank you.

[@faqihmohamed4647]

Thank you. switching to zone from now on.

[@JustBWise]

Yeah its so much better.

[@user-gk3kz5pz6w]

I was thinking about buying the A7ii for video, but the one problem was the auto focus. Thx for the video, it was really helpful.

[@JustBWise]

Happy I could help spaceman

[@sobk718]

3 years later my find and this video aged very well just pick mine up today with the Tamron 35mm f1.4

[@JustBWise]

Oooooooo That Tamron lens I kinda want as well. Let me know how you like it. Also that you so much for the love.

[@Aaron-fb6mb]

Thanks for making high quality vids that beginners can understand. Subbed, ans getting an A7 II soon as my first camera

[@TheHadesShade]

It would help a lot if you would show on the camera how to acces all these things.

[@ImReqularr]

Just picked up this camera and already struggled with focusing. Informal and great quality video.

[@JustBWise]

Thanks. I hope This video was helpful

[@selfiebox7982]

Merci pour cette video !

[@MohcineJabairi]

I like to use small flexible, especially that I'm using the Tamron for street photography with 200mm

[@rvscootin3457]

Yes! Thanks for making it simple...

[@redtalks9094]

I love your energy bro. keep it up! i learned som stuff here thank you!! SOLID WORK MUCH LOVE YOURE AWESOME

[@mfa8086]

I just started learning how to use mine, and I couldn't focus on my son's face when he was in chorus. It focused on everyone but him.

[@pamfraser2794]

I’m having a terrible time to get this camera to focus better than my Apple 8 phone, crazy. I sure do hope this video help, I’ve watched a bunch to no avail. I’ll report back.

[@CamillaI]

I am getting an A7II for my wildlife channel as one of the cheapest full frame cameras going ! Should make a great 7 years late project ! Awesome subscribed !

[@JustBWise]

It’s going to be great for you. I’m sure of it.

[@fotosvond_]

Test of death for A7 II: the Samyang 50mm 1.4 Mark II, shooting in video mode at f1.4 :D plane of focus is so very thin and the AF on that lens isn't always consistent, maybe you would never get focus with it on the 7 II :D

[@bijosn]

your skills have improved since your earlier videos

[@JustBWise]

Thanks for noticing Im trying to work super hard to get better with each video.

[@HeroShotz]

I like zone too in all the cameras ive used cant trust that wide area all the time lol.

[@JustBWise]

yeah. wide is crazy like just let the camera decide where to focus. lol

[@artofopening]

Thanks man! Super helpful information.

[@marcustshaw]

Will this camera be good for top down video product review.

[@nemanjamiletic440]

FUCKING GOOD BROO, THANK YOUU MAN WTF. THIS ENERGY IN YOU BROO.. HELLO FROM SERBIA

[@queenjt2687]

Thanks for this video I’ve been having troubles with the focus on the camera since I recently had it for almost 3 months and this video is very helpful

[@JustBWise]

Yes! So happy this was helpful. Thanks.

[@stolenbyabohlen]

Instantly subscribed!!! Thank you!

[@JustBWise]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@davidvazquez8225]

Super helpful! Thank you so much bro!

[@jackbanister3468]

Great video, thank you!

[@beardgame4121]

Subbed man very informative and you seem like a cool guy thanks bro ❤️

[@HantuBorneo]

Save my lifeeeee. . . Love it like it. . Will support you !!!!!!!! Just get my a7ii becouse of you. . Thank make video about this camera

[@JustBWise]

Thanks man really appreciate the love.

[@daktadre]

Mate you mess up all the time in your videos but it goes well with your personality, makes it engaging I think. Keep up the good work and thanks

[@MC-yk4wl]

Nice video! I have another suggestion, for stils in low light and in general. Go back to the basic from the DSLR world and use the center (most powerful) focus point. Lock and recompose... simple Works great on 50 1.8 and z35 2.8 even wide open

[@JustBWise]

Great suggestion!

[@markshepherdmusic]

I was about to add this - saw it just in time.

[@regrcm]

Awesome video. Thanks for being yourself! Learned a lot!

[@JustBWise]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks so much.

[@joppevangent7488]

Thanks for the focus guide. It was really helpful! :)

[@MichaelKrogh]

Great energy ⚡ man... Keep up the good work 🙏🤗☀️

[@andresvalenzgt4639]

Great video man.. thanks!

[@JustBWise]

Glad you liked it! Thank you

[@jimmi8928]

The center mode I usually use it when I shot symmetrical📸 and I went the shot straight down the middle like a hallway a bridge

[@veeralgohil9952]

Dope video! thanks for the tips

[@JustBWise]

Happy to help!

[@travelinaday2256]

Thanks for clearing everything up!

[@JustBWise]

Anytime my friend!

[@BulgBeats]

Great vid brother thanks for the help 🙏🏼

[@JustBWise]

Thank You happy that it helps

[@bijosn]

A lot of top videographers use manual focus...check out james mathews. he shot a lot of his videos using a sony a7sII and canon aps-c\crop 10-18mm and a cheap canon 50mm - you wont beleive it until you see it - all manual.

[@Randrob2203]

Little long for my taste but still a very nice presentation Thanks for sharing

[@FranJeanes]

Who is down voting this video?! Crazy. Awesome tips! Thank you. :)

[@Fleekb0i]

Thanks for the video!!

[@stamer999]

great video man

[@JustBWise]

Thank you very much.

[@aitormanuela.c.1255]

Great video thanks ;) keep going

[@khalilkafieh8099]

I usually use back button focus, how do i use autofocus without constantly holding down the autofocus button. Im trying to film myself with my camera on a tripod but as soon as i let go of the autofocus button it stops autofocusing. What am i missing 😭Help!

[@Fabio-zg9pp]

You need to change your focus from af-s to af-c so it continuously sets the focus

[@vincentali5736]

Great video! 😊

[@JustBWise]

Thank you so much!

[@taysnaps7025]

What is the best focus mode for birthday party group shots?

[@rameshvuppada3766]

I am a new A7ii user and my camera is focusing everything around but human faces. Will you please help me with the settings? Thank you for your videos and for your help.

[@worldorq2148]

thanks for this vid

[@JustBWise]

Thank you for watching

[@Gionimo]

The Wide auto focus setting actually prioritizes the subjects in the middle of the field, so I'm not sure why zone would be better.

[@JustBWise]

That's a good question but all I can say is from my experience it has worked better for me.

[@collabsphotography]

Amazing channel! :)

[@door57productions83]

Awesome review! Thanks to your previous vids I purchased an a7ii. Great camera but I couldn't deal with the autofocus in video, definitely not the best for video but awesome for pictures. I returned for an a7riii. I subbed to your channel man great job keep it up.

[@JustBWise]

Thanks for the support. Also that is a great upgrade to the A7riii. You are so right about the AF and it still bothers me now. But gotta make due with what I have for now.

[@door57productions83]

@@JustBWise well you're doing great work.... a camera is only as good as the person behind it and you're proving that. Thanks man looking forward to more of your great videos!

[@naeemsheikh0169]

Hey, I got you 1000 likes man ... before it was 999 Thanks for detailed video ... bless up

[@JustBWise]

Aye!!!!! Preciate you Fam!!!!!!

[@RonelMayuyo]

Does this camera have eye af?

[@smalltalk.productions9977]

It has face detect. But not eye AF in continuous mode.

[@lucascooley912]

Lot's of helpful info here. Love the A7II. I hate to be that guy, but at 9:36 autofocus works better with LARGER apertures (smaller f-number). Your term "lower aperture," is confusing. A small aperture and small f-number are not the same thing. Apertures get LARGER with a SMALLER f-number (the hole in the camera opens up more), which makes the background blurrier. It's definitely feels backwards at first. You know what, I agree with your statement that people should just go watch the B&H explanation. :D

[@JustBWise]

I appreciate the feedback, always trying to make it easier for people to understand.

[@dylanm8333]

Just copped the a7ii a few days ago for 599$ on ebay, the 85mm FE lens is an amazing pair with this camera!

[@JustBWise]

Bruh that is a steal. Nice!!!!

[@khairulpakhrudin]

How is the 85mm af on a7ii? Fast?

[@dylanm8333]

khairul pakhrudin Amazingly Fast!

[@A500Sony]

Thank you

[@haqifchannel6450]

Good info 😊👌

[@WickedSarah]

I use this camera for streaming and I still feel like no matter what it never stays focused on my face. Do you still recommend zone?

[@Dobecreations]

which focus type do you recommend for car photography? :)

[@FitzgeraldSalendu]

Hi! great video! Could you help specify, what autofocus setting on your current video set up? talking head, well lit, center composition. im on a7ii too, with 50mm fix lens

[@smalltalk.productions9977]

He said he had the Sony 50mm f1.8 in manual mode.

[@dennythebudgie]

I love your accent 😆

[@JustBWise]

😋

[@dockdowdell]

@7:05 "Those are those thangs right there!" Had me rollin

[@JustBWise]

Bruh! Sometimes i feel like my mouth just doesn't want to talk anymore. lol

[@dockdowdell]

@@JustBWise oh I feel you. I don't know how many takes and cuts I make on my vids.

[@mrzytel1949]

Correction to bokeh... bigger the apperture is (lower apperture number) the more blury background is :)

[@JustBWise]

This is technically right but saying it this way can be confusing to some. But yes a wider aperture has a lower number. Therefore, typical when someone says raise or lower the aperture they are referring to the number.

[@poksertv]

Never actually tried autofocus on my a 7 ii. wich is the recommended lens on a budget just to play around some with autofocus?)

[@Old_Man_Jay]

A bit pricey, but try the sony 55mm zeis. Has decent autofocus for stills.

[@poksertv]

@@Old_Man_Jay okay thanks! You every try zoom lens?

[@carolyncarrazana4250]

I always end up using Manual Focus with this camera

[@JustBWise]

That’s the best way in my opinion.

[@kefkapalazzo1]

This camera will miss focus on like 5% of my portraits for no reason. High shutter speed, moderate aperture, and I can shoot at like 1/20 handheld, but the thing will just miss. The movement Autofocus? I just use burst mode and hope for the best lol

[@olaraay]

hello. I using the sony a7s mark 2 and using a sony 24-70 G series. I have face detect on and I am continuous auto focus . Focus area is set to wide and and have set it to centre. Real big issue I am having is that background shudders, focus hunting whenever the subject moves during an interview. Its not noticeable on the viewfinder or EVF but when I get back to my rushes you can notice and turns the shot. I have had to revert back to manual focus for the time being. Any ideas what is going wrong ?

[@its_heh_suess]

Is that background music from Selfish Love by Rowlan

[@markvicente5765]

Does it work in a7?

[@by3003]

Lock on af is work in vido mode? tell me pls

[@traimosley206]

Hey my camera won’t allow me to click on the focus mode and change them can anyone help please

[@juniorcorrea1656]

I just bought this camera , kit lens And my pictures are so blurry

[@LynelRuize]

What firmware are you currently using? I haven't upgraded my a7ii in a couple of years. I still use it for casual shooting.

[@JustBWise]

I have the most up to date firmware I think it was last updated in 5/19.

[@dosfeos805]

Compared to the sony 6000 how is the ad vs the two? Looking to upgrade I'm more towards the a7iii but the price is a bit up there an the a7ii price is way better any thought?

[@JustBWise]

Well it depends. are you looking to do more video or more photo? if more Photo I don't think its a bad idea to get the A7ii and with the money you save get better glass. However if more video you may want to more to the A7iii because of the AF is so much better. Not to mention some of the other nice video improvements.

[@Elianaanu]

Haha u made me laugh with your video ! Good stuff!! Thank u !

[@JustBWise]

My pleasure!!

[@iComplainer]

What year is it?

[@JustBWise]

lol. A year where this cam is still good. lol

[@ggeats9503]

are you using an external monitor when you're filming yourself w/ a7ii?

[@JustBWise]

Yeah I do. I would struggle without it to be honest.

[@wallofstone]

JustBWise which monitor

[@kalun..]

I am looking for a All-in-one lens for my A7II. Can you recommend?

[@JustBWise]

Tamron 28-70 f2.8 awesome lens

[@kalun..]

@@JustBWise Thank you for your response. I am thinking about Tamaron 28-200 zoom lens that just came out.

[@wallofstone]

JustBWise I just got this lens. Love it

[@hilldweller8605]

I've had the A7II for a while now but I have always used manual focus lenses. I just got a 24mm GM and I noticed that even with out doing anything, when my camera is on, the lens is adjusting focus, is there a way to turn this setting off? I don't really want the camera wasting battery adjusting focus on its own. It happens every few seconds or when I re compose.

[@DemarioDon]

I’m thinking of grabbing a FE 24mm f/1.4 GM Lens

[@hilldweller8605]

@@DemarioDon I would really recommend it! I've been having alot of fun with mine.

[@DemarioDon]

Hill Dweller but I’m thinking the sigma now since it does the same for a lower price o got the a72 so hopefully I’d compatible n I wouldn’t need an adapter

[@smalltalk.productions9977]

I’m guessing your camera is in af-c which is continuous autofocus. Hit the fn button and you can check. Use the front/back dials (shutter/aperture) to change.

[@McSamwich]

We doing it! 😅

[@JustBWise]

we in here!!!

[@kolapyellow7631]

I still cant set the c buttons.

[@AnnaLin]

LMAOO I LOVE THIS

[@rickythein3003]

The 50mm 1.8 and a7ii combo needs alot of patience with af

[@JustBWise]

Frfr bruh. I dont have that patience. lol

[@mifune111]

That lens is a manual focus lens on the a7ii, the samyang 45mm gives pretty decent autofocus though. Just throw a hundred bucks more... T-T

[@wallofstone]

With the a6000 thst lens is gravy