Sony A7III | 5 big things you need to know NOW

[@learningcameras]

Hopefully this was a help for you all!!! If so, feel free to buy me some coffee and help support more videos like this: geni.us/buymecoffee Also, be sure to check out all our favorite A7III Gear: geni.us/A7IIIgear Thank you so much for all your support!

[@sansone9651]

Logorroic waste of time......

[@kmonsen]

Would be nice with an example picture for each item

[@aus_vlog]

it was! tnx!

[@shroominion7529]

Hi like many i feel your video for first timers joining Sony more than ever - i wanted to thank you like many but dont you feel its time to correct the error people are mentioning in the comments months now? You talk nearly 2 minutes about the 10fps which CAN be done un uncompressed RAW. Keep uploading !

[@ZeroDean]

Just ordered my first Sony (a7iii) after 23 years with Canon gear (which I'm in the process of selling). This video was extremely helpful and I very much appreciate you putting it together! THANK YOU!

[@curious_gage]

This video is extremely helpful. His PDF settings guide is awesome as well - Far better than the Sony Manual! 1) 1:11 - Electronic Front Curtain Shutter (Pros & Cons) 2) 7:51 - Silent Shooting 3) 10:23 - Eye AutoFocus 4) 13:28 - Compressed vs Uncompressed Raw 5) 16:26 - Live View Display Settings Effects

[@learningcameras]

Really appreciate that Gage!!!

[@4Dcruz]

I've been shooting the A7III for a year and still learned a lot from this video. Thanks for takin the time!

[@SpikeAllibone]

I just bought the A7r iii - so slightly different at times - but I watched this anyway.... it REALLY helped me! - Thanks so much. Despite watching hours of other tutorials and other channels with in depth stuff, you managed to hit on a whole bunch of new things I simply didn't know! Thanks again.

[@learningcameras]

So awesome!!! Glad it was able to help

[@fareedhinai8454]

just got the sony a7iii and i am on the journey of learning, thanks for the tips to start

[@tdwp909]

Hi Dan, you do not need to have your af area set to wide for eye-af to capture anywhere on the frame where focus points are. it will search for it no matter what focus area you are in, so to all that want to use different focus areas but want to use eye af as well do not worry.

[@GioFar]

Actually, it could matter but in a positive way, well if you know it. If you have multiple faces on the frame and you put the flexible spot on one specific face, the eye AF will track an eye from that face. Once locked, you can recompose and move the camera and the AF it will not consider the flexible spot position until you restart tracking.

[@roncox3214]

I have an A73 and I appreciate when someone takes the time to put up a video. I have many videos up myself but this could have been half the time without losing any content. I couldn't finish it.

[@roblong9873]

Just in the process of moving from Olympus to A7iii for sports shooting. Great video Dan. Helped me a lot. 👍

[@learningcameras]

Awesome! Thanks so much...enjoy the A7III!

[@tonyjames5444]

From a Pro's perspective your last point on flash was the most important topic, good to see someone address this.

[@DaviSiqueiraSilva]

There's a little mistake on this video: with the a7III we can actually shoot uncompressed RAW at 10fps. Only on the a9 and the a7RIII the fps rate falls when using uncompressed RAW.

[@FirstNameLastName-sf6zg]

Davi Siqueira Silva I will test this when I get home! Thank you for sharing!

[@jasonbourne2133]

are you sure ? I am considering buying this camera next week ? Also can you please tell me what's the frame rate when you turn 'E curtain : OFF' ? PS: I am new to sony

[@RyanREAX]

its 8fps uncompressed (a7riii not a7iii)

[@Tempest261]

A7iii here and can confirm: if i put it on uncompressed mode and Hi+ continuous, it's hitting 10fps.

[@SONYAdicto]

Davi Siqueira Silva Yes this is true, I actually tested it on mine

[@stevetag6572]

Fantastic: you know this guy is the real deal because he blows thru highly technical explanations with no script

[@techable7524]

02:43 - That speck of dust!!! Honestly though, thanks for the video, helps me with my buying decisions!

[@frejyasdaeg]

glad I was not the only one who noticed that

[@rifatmuzikband2974]

I thought my screen had a dead pixel :D

[@georgekrats2573]

that was a boulder

[@synchromatik]

Maybe his next video is "how to clean sensor" and because of that hes keeping that dust on there :D or maybe not :D

[@fertexas]

@@rifatmuzikband2974 I literally swiped my finger through the monitor LOL

[@jody1622]

OH, thank you for the front curtain shutter explanation! Finally, I got it...

[@Nickporter17]

Killer man. I'm in the trap of watching videos on all kinds of gear I "need" when i don't even fully know I gear I got. Thanks for helping me learn the a7iii better

[@learningcameras]

Awesome!!! So glad this helped

[@karlozbg1]

I like how simple and clear you explain things... I always like to watch your videos because they are really informative...

[@learningcameras]

Means a lot Carlos!

[@snm370]

Keep Being Our Hero brother ! God Bless You

[@learningcameras]

Means so much!

[@kylestewart4444]

I just decided to bite the bullet and order an A7III. I basically just got into photography and videography and my first camera was a used (like new) a6500 that I got through Amazon. I was happy with the results I got with it but seeing all of the A7III-related videos and discussions recently finally pushed me over the edge and I decided that I'd return my a6500 and both of the prime lenses I had for it in order to be able to pick up the A7III. It sucks that it's probably going to take at least a few weeks for me to actually receive it since the demand has been so high but I think that being without a camera for a little while will all be made worth it when that beautiful box arrives. Thank you so much in advance for the great A7III content. I am certain that I will be back here once I finally have it.

[@blackbox5992]

I just did this 3 weeks ago too. I'm in the same boat. Bit the bullet, first time doing photography, but I do have some experience with video editing and graphic stuff.

[@Tonymalon]

@@blackbox5992 same with me I just got mine today. Any updates???

[@shroominion7529]

you tell us ?@@Tonymalon

[@-racingfan2014]

I shoot mainly in silent mode and came across the flickering issue under led lighting. However, in non silent mode you have anti flickering mode. When turned on even with e-front curtain the banding is gone. I tested this, so you dont need to turn it off. However in silent mode when your turn shutter speed around 1/125 or lower you don’t really get banding anymore.

[@jackberry]

Man, I’ve been doing loads of research on this camera and your videos have helped me so much. You’re so well-composed and your talking points always flow very well, very easy to follow. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@learningcameras]

Thank you so much! Glad it was helpful. Enjoy your camera!

[@bala1000mina]

Thank you so much Dan for the informative and helpful review, I always learn from your videos, I've heard that in f stops smaller than f/11 A7III has issue in AF-C mode (shooting images), I would like to ask if you faced with such an issue? I might go to purchase this camera but before I wanted to ask you if such an issue exists or not? God bless and good luck!

[@learningcameras]

Hey! So there is a potential issue. I believe the problem is that the camera uses 2 different technologies for autofocus, phase detection and contrast detection. Phase detection which is the best technology for tracking moving subjects does not work with apertures smaller than F/11 although contrast detection does work. Contrast detection needs a decent amount of contrast between the subject and the background in order to work effectively and overexposed backgrounds (bright sky/sun) can be a struggle for that technology. It's not something I would worry about though. The camera will still focus up to F/22 on most lenses and the A7III isn't the only camera that has this kind of limitation...in fact some cameras like the Panasonic S5 ONLY use contrast detection and don't even have the phase detection option. Hope that helps!

[@bala1000mina]

@@learningcameras Hi Dan, Thank you so very much for taking your valuable time to reply me in detail, Your answer was very helpful and informative for me and now, clearly I understand what's going on behind the focus mechanism in A7III and others. Stay always healthy and happy! Good luck Dan!

[@Steven-lf8if]

So stinking helpful! I have had mine one day and I am completely overwhelmed but this really helps with some stuff. Thank you!

[@learningcameras]

Awesome!!! So glad it helped

[@donovanyamada3785]

EXCELLENT discussion. I've watched other videos that give the same general information though clearly lack the technical background for a full explanation. You, on ther other hand, have an excellent technical/mechanical understanding of cameras and are therefore able to eloquently and very effectively convey all the necessary information! Thank you.

[@BurntBongo]

Incredibly helpful, thank you so much. Been struggling with banding for months and finally found this vid

[@jaredgreenberg5467]

This is great and greatly appreciated but I just have to point out that, in contrast to what was stated in the video, shutter shake is LESS relevant (not more relevant) for long exposures, wherein any shake occurs during a much smaller fraction of the total exposure (and also, very little if any light is actually entering the camera and exposing the sensor during the split second of the shake).

[@jaredgreenberg5467]

To clarify, clause in parentheses refers specifically to long exposures (which by nature are low light).

[@karn3094]

You are among the best reviewers, ever! I noticed banding in your video early on, around 40 seconds plus or minus? The video clip showing the camera (product shot) on a white background. I had this camera on preorder, but the banding question (my biggest concern is stills) made me hesitate and wait until I learn more about the camera. Your review helps me understand the issue a bit more. One reviewer suggested regular old incandescent bulbs introduced it, but otherwise it seems to be an issue with LED. I’ve noticed banding at high iso and low light will all my cameras, including Nikon with my Hue bulbs - so maybe it’s not unique to Sony at all? Thank you for your awesome review.

[@robbie288]

Tons of useful info squeezed in here without it getting too wordy, nicely done. Thanks for covering the live view settings effect on/off. One of my concerns about switching was knowing what it would be like shooting flash with the evf. Cheers Dan

[@sharonreiley8172]

Super helpful! First mirrorless camera, and it's been a trickier transition than I expected it would be. This clears up so much! Thank you!!

[@learningcameras]

Awesome!!! So glad it helped a bit. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions Sharon

[@skymakai1486]

Did you ever do the full menu settings video?

[@joyandgraceart]

Great video! Thank you for sharing so much info. I cant wait to get mine and set these settings according to this info and my needs.

[@seongslee]

This is by far the most helpful video I’ve seen on this camera. Thank you.

[@learningcameras]

Thank you so much!

[@spinningdragontao]

Banding is a shutter issue, you can slow the shutter rate to prevent banding or shortcut it and go to Auto in these situations

[@whoismatt]

I see you putting those Crane 2 tripod feet to use! :P

[@learningcameras]

Hahaha, yep! Good eye

[@commercialand]

I just got my a73 and I noticed it shakes inside when I turn it on AND when I turn a knob it sometimes does it. I am new to camera's and was wondering if you know why when I record everything looks great until I put the file in my computer and then it is all jittery! Im at 24fps and my shutter at 1/50, so im guessing that part is correct so should I be having that crazy stuttering of the video ? I also need a very deep tutorial of how to set my camera for film production, would you know of anyone online that can walk me through in depth...I have to shoot a short film in 2 weeks and I need to have my setting for day and night, and 4k and 1080p

[@Einsteinsghost]

I can perhaps answer the first part. The shake inside may be the image stabilizer waking up.

[@ForTheLoveOfSuits]

Thank you so much for clearing up the bit rate issue with continuous shooting. I had conflicting info about whether it was true or not.

[@sebastiantorres890]

Hi Dan, What do you think is a best buy today, the A7iii or A7Riii? The price difference has decreased to $500. The EVF quality is noticeable between the 2 cameras? Thanks

[@learningcameras]

So you can notice the EVF quality difference side by side but I don't think if you picked up an A7III, you would be disappointed. That said the RIII has a little better weather sealing, better screen, and is probably a slightly better option if you are shooting mostly pictures

[@sebastiantorres890]

@@learningcameras Thanks! Finally I bought the A7iii and the 55 1.8 as a starting point. Mainly price decision.

[@learningcameras]

Awesome!!!

[@johnaronson5974]

Your explanations are GREAT...However, I find it more helpful to summarize the "when you should use/not use front curtain shut" then why. (I have shortish attention span)

[@thephotonauts]

Hey there! Another big disadvantage of shooting compressed RAW is the fact that in order to work on them on a computer, your editing software first needs to uncompress them. This means that they need more processing power, which can lead to a slower workflow, which is especially important if you're working on a lot of photos. Thanks for this video though, great information! Cheers

[@Pukenukem]

I've a 2017 iMac, midrange specs but with 512 SSD, and I could see the difference between uncompressed and compressed when editing, no question. Really good point, and one which has pushed me to uncompressed for all my shooting.

[@Robiejan1]

Wow Dan, i have an A9 for a while now but did learn a lot from this video! Am now in doubt between the A7 iii and A7r iii for my second camera. What would you do? Buy the a7 and 24-105 or go for A7r? Thanks for the effort.

[@kenthomsonphoto1]

Nice video, thanks. One update on Eye AF - the focus area does not need to be set to Wide for Eye AF to work. Best setup is to have Face Detect & Face Detect Frame Display ON so you can see that a face is detected. When you press the button you have assigned to Eye AF it will lock on to the eye of the detected face (or the face itself if it can’t detect the eye) even of the AF is set to, say, Flexible Spot. This is for photos of course, video AF works differently.

[@Avat6]

How do you register, suppose in a wedding scenario, the face of bride and groom incase you take group shots? Thanks

[@kenthomsonphoto1]

Femy it’s in the camera manual, you’ll find a link to the online version in the PlayMemories app on your phone if you’ve connected the camera to the phone. helpguide.sony.net/ilc/1720/v1/en/contents/TP0001117026.html?search=Face%20registration

[@Avat6]

Thanks Ken

[@agnesselectofficial7985]

You explained the complicated thing in a way very easy to understand. Thanks! Great work!

[@learningcameras]

Awesome!!! Thanks, so glad it helped

[@brockelent9013]

This was a very informative video. I just bought the Sony atr iii. It should arrive tomorrow Tuesday. I will probably need one on that or gain a lot from this one if/when the options are the same.

[@alexmoya7168]

Great setup review man!!! The last tip helped me so much! I just got my camera, and the Live View on / off feature saved me a lot of trouble on my next photoshoot in studio!

[@CJKnowsTECH]

What Camera/Lens was this video shot with? Great vid Thanks

[@learningcameras]

Thanks! Canon 5D4 and Tamron 24-70 F2.8

[@girl1240]

CJKnowsTECH love your vids!! CJ

[@CJKnowsTECH]

Thank you so much!

[@shaunwilkens]

Nice work man! Super engaging and helpful info. Did not feel like 20 minutes

[@learningcameras]

Really appreciate the feedback Shaun!!!

[@MrSharkphoto]

Great info to know. Sony should be paying you. Thanks for the video.

[@learningcameras]

haha, glad to help. Would be awesome to get paid for these :)

[@tsmediagroup5178]

Are there any pros to turning off silent shooting but keeping on the front curtain shutter, or is it the same as keeping both of them on?

[@FrostyTheBeerMan]

Hi Dan, I checked out your Kit links, but don't see that mini tripod listed, please tell me what it is if you can, I'd appreciate that. Great tutorial by the way, thank you for making it.

[@learningcameras]

Thanks!!! This is the tripod is this: amzn.to/2FJ9yrZ

[@shawnshing614]

Dear sir. I am shawn and a little confuse what u said. Forgive I said cause at beginning u r talking about the e-front curtain then suddenly switch to silent mode. But I am still happy to watch ur video. Also thank you for share this video with us. Would do another. Idea only talk about the e-front curtain only otherwise we r confuse again. Thank you

[@vaguethumb]

this is exactly what i'm looking for, word for word! great explanation. thank you so much!

[@femkerowel1286]

Hi, I photograph horse portraits with a black background (BBG) What do you reccomend? e-shutter curtain on or off?

[@fufu1405]

You're the first person to say that the electronic shutter off is the best way to go. From my understanding if you have it off and you use the actual shutter, you will get better bokeh. What do you think about that?

[@learningcameras]

E shutter off is absolutely the way to go unless you have an A1. Electronic shutter is basically an electronic scan of the sensor and its not instantaneous so you can get rolling shutter, banding, and I have heard about aperture issues when using super fast shutter speeds

[@fufu1405]

@@learningcameras I guess I misunderstood then? So you're saying E shutter off is the way to go and not ''E shutter ON, unless you're in doors with unreliable lighting''?

[@learningcameras]

@@fufu1405 E shutter off is the way to go. The only exception where E shutter is OK is outdoors (indoor lighting can be an issue) with slow movement (landscapes, products...static portraits) and even then you could see some differences with depth of field/aperture in E shutter when also shooting very fast shutter speeds

[@fufu1405]

@@learningcameras Thank you, is there any downside to leaving the E shutter off then? Why would Sony have it ON by default if it's so much better to have it off?

[@commercialand]

I am very new to camera's and I am buying this one for movie production, including some mild run and gun style. Do you have any video's to get me set up quickly so I can shoot right away without worrying about all these settings. I have used the Nikon 3200 when I worked for a tv station and shot commercials but I hardly messed with all the settings. mainly just used ISO to adjust the light quickly in the room. Before I buy this I would like to take an in depth tutorial of the camera as well, online classes would be great, but for filmmaking mainly. Any suggestions?

[@commercialand]

I just got my a73 and I noticed it shakes inside when I turn it on AND when I turn a knob it sometimes does it. I am new to camera's and was wondering if you know why when I record everything looks great until I put the file in my computer and then it is all jittery! Im at 24fps and my shutter at 1/50, so im guessing that part is correct so should I be having that crazy stuttering of the video ? I also need a very deep tutorial of how to set my camera for film production, would you know of anyone online that can walk me through in depth...I have to shoot a short film in 2 weeks and I need to have my setting for day and night, and 4k and 1080p

[@Pukenukem]

Very useful video, thanks!! I would add a note on the uncompressed and compressed RAW options regarding the speed at which your computer runs when handling them. ThePhotonauts makes this point, and compressed files demand more resources to edit, and I found them a touch clunky in comparision.

[@femkerowel1286]

So you prefer uncompressed? i just bought mine so i'm a little confused....

[@Artemkos]

Do you have your sony a7iii WiFi normally catching with the phone? I have a very weak signal, I tried different smartphones.

[@AdrianWilsonBridders1234]

Are you available for Pirates in Penzance next summer in Cornwall England

[@LifeSurfingDude]

Dan, I checked out your link 'All our favorite A7III Gear' and it helped a lot! Just getting into photography and cinematography. Yes, both are of great interest to me. And I was looking at all-round lense which I can use for both. Evaluate. See what I like to do with camera in general before I start buying more glass. I discovered this - 'Sony Sonnar T* FE 55mm F/1.8 ZA'. Exactly what I need to start this great hobby. It's light, small. Natural fit for mirrorless cameras and yet solid, good quality. Not too expensive. I started having head spin after watching so many glass reviews and you pointed me into the right direction and for that I thank you! love your work.

[@learningcameras]

Awesome!!! So glad that helped you. Just let me know if you have any questions

[@deeiks12]

One more thing worth mentioning about uncompressed vs compressed raw what i've noticed. The compressed raw is way more CPU intensive when editing on a weaker machine, but uncompressed raw needs more IO speed. So if you are using a weaker machine with fast storage (like me for example, the 12" macbook) its easier to use uncompressed raws. But for example with a macbook pro but a slower external HDD, i'd probably prefer editing compressed raws.

[@shieha]

Electronic first curtain shutter can also cause bad bokeh for big aperture combined with fast shutter speed (1/1000 or faster)

[@johnkaufi]

Man, thank you for bringing these issues up!

[@subirthapa8542]

Hi there , With using Godox v860 ii. There's always 1 sec shutter while using Fill Flash and Slow Sync Flash mode and only works fine using Rear options=.

[@heidihendrickson1226]

Do you have any concerns regarding the shutter mechanical issues that people have been reporting on the Sony A7iii? I am on the fence about switching from a Nikon to the Sony.

[@photoguyphotography]

One of the very best videos I have seen on the Sony Mirrorless cameras! I just subscribed! Do You by chance have any videos on the Sony A7R2? I own one of those and just feel that I'm not getting the full use of the cameras features. But again excellent video!

[@learningcameras]

Thank you so much!!! The only video I have on the RII is the review unfortunately

[@davision_tech]

As far as I know you will not have banding using EFCS because it is just the first courtain, not the hole capture process is electronical.

[@imtiazsifat2682]

I m just onto photography..should i buy this or save some bucks & buy the a7??

[@jasonbourne2133]

7:30 can you please tell me what's the frame rate when you turn 'E curtain : OFF' ?

[@SONYAdicto]

Jason Bourne The A7 III can actually shoot 10 FPS, keep in mind the shutter moves WAY too fast too affect things at 1/10 of a second (it can close completely at 1/8000 of a second, so yeah...).

[@lazyconsultant]

Very helpful, one of the best for A7iii info session! Thank you!

[@learningcameras]

So glad it helped!!!

[@cuuppaajoe]

Finally I get it. Very clear. New subscriber here! Thanks for crunching lots of great info in shortest possible time. Awesome.

[@learningcameras]

Thanks Joe!

[@terrierloicmail]

Awesome.. i was getting trouble finding this menu item in the maze

[@JonathanMartone]

Anyone have the link to that follow-up video he mentions at around the 0:30 mark?? I couldn't find it on his channel...

[@learningcameras]

Hey, so I never ended up making a full video on it. Ended up making just a PDF of the guide which you can download here: geni.us/A7IIIGuide You can enter ANY amount to download it so whatever it's worth to you!

[@Marlonorellana]

so for the eye autoAF hold it down at the same time you take the picture? Sorry i upgraded from the a5100 to the A7III so learning a lot and your videos are easy to follow. Thanks! im looing at your other videos and if you got any on picture profile or on a video tutorial please send it my way!

[@thesaint1517]

Hi Dan. I just got my A7iii with 24-105 and I'm trying to find my way around coming from Nikon. Your video and detailed explanation really helped me find some key settings that I immediately applied. Just subscribed and will continue watch more of your videos.

[@learningcameras]

That's awesome!!! Appreciate the sub Antonio

[@divyptl104]

Hello sir i have question about which camera should buy a6400 or a7iii ?? I'm using now canon750d and want to upgrade my usual usage is to get best clarity pictures and some videography work..pls help me

[@lemondubs]

unboxing of all no comparison. Two totally different uses. If your a hobbyist....go with 6400. If you’re a semi-pro go a7iii

[@ToneHammond]

Does the Electronic curtain shutter fix work for video as well? a7sii is notorious for having those ugly banding issues under certain LEDs.

[@learningcameras]

Nope, different issue for video

[@DennisKapatos]

Getting banding from the electronic first curtain seems very rare - my guess is only with very bright flickery LED lights with very specific shutter speeds. I've never seen in shooting A7 cameras for 5 years now. Good information about the lossy 12 bit raw when in compressed and continuous shooting (not continuous AF). I wasn't aware of that and I agree that it would be nice to have a setting to prevent the auto-switch to 12 bit raw. I wonder if it does this when bracketing at well since it is similar to continuous?

[@carerra911]

Is it possible to customise the front dial below the shutter to be compensation? thanks

[@engjds]

Surely the drop from 14 to 12bit would suggest to me colour range per pixel?

[@louisatu-tetuh3244]

I don't have a Sony camera and I'm looking to maybe get into Sony systems with the A7III. Along with all the many features that this camera, the eye autofocus is particularly important to me. I have a question, on all Sony cameras, does the eye autofocus work with a dedicated push button like how you demonstrated or can it be can it something you turn on and it just works without you assigning the functionality to a button? I do a lot of travel photography and sometimes I like to be in shut and most often the camera is on a tripod and a timer in such situations. Nailing focus in such situations is not always the best to my liking. I was hoping eye autofocus can help but it seems like it's not gonna be this case.

[@learningcameras]

Eye AF specifically works with a button but face detection will work without a button

[@arjunsureshlal6366]

Hey, when we use the Eye-Af by pressing the AF-ON button, isn't the normal focusing assigned to the shutter release button? So if we press AF-ON and then the Shutter release to take the picture, thats effectively two AF modes simultaneous, right? Or does the normal AF turns off when we press the AF-ON button???

[@SONYAdicto]

The Eye-Af overrides the half press of the shutter button, so you’re fine. This is true for whatever button you customize to do Eye-Af, even the one that is on some lenses!

[@SandorFule]

I have an A7m3, love it... but... one of my purchasing hooks was its touchscreen. I love my Olympus OMD, where I can touch the screen at the point, where I want to focus, and the camera focuses AND THEN fires immediately. This is a very iportant thing. The Sony A7m3 cannot do this. It focuses where I tap, but after that I have to push the fire button, and this takes time. A moving subject can step out from focus. This is very disapponting.

[@texarkanaandi7393]

With or without a mirror, shakes will always occur if the shot is taken by hands: for almost shake-free photography, a tripod and a remote shutter-release are mandatory.

[@ccuny1]

I own a Canon 70D, not a Sony, but this vid was so informative and clear I just had to subscribe. Thank you.

[@learningcameras]

Hahaha, Awesome! Thank you so much!!!

[@pivotpointfilms3022]

Extremely insightful! I just subscribed! I wonder if turning off Live View would've helped me recently when doing astrophotography recently since it was pitch black outside?? Or would the pitch black not allow for the camera to show me anything? I was pretty much guessing where to point the camera for my compositions!

[@learningcameras]

Thanks!!! It's always good to turn off live view just to eliminate any possible light leak and go with the viewfinder only. You can set a custom button to switch between using the back screen and the viewfinder only

[@skymakai1486]

Your talk about e-front curtain shutter has left me baffled. When you start to talk about how some lights affect that setting, then sum it up, you seem to be saying the opposite of what you originally said about it. Turn it off for less vibration issues, or on? Turn it off for sharper images, or on? Thanks!!

[@ElectricPictureCo]

Dan, I don't usually comment. . Very nice review. No BS and a lot of good info, communicated efficiently. Nice! Dan.

[@learningcameras]

Thanks! Really appreciate that

[@karthikganesan2322]

Cheers for these mate ! Pretty useful tips :)

[@numayerhaque8618]

Hey Brother, love your videos! I actually need your expert opinion. I was looking for a versatile lens as I don't like changing lens too much. However, I do a little food vlogging, Travelling and Food photography and videography. Which lens would you suggest me? (Using A7iii)

[@learningcameras]

Appreciate that! My first lens would be the Tamron 28-75 F2.8: bhpho.to/2klEbf5 It's a solid all around lens that is light/portable with a wide aperture and the most common focal lengths covered. After that I would look at what focal lengths you use the most and maybe pick up.a prime lens

[@smctunes]

Hey there, Dan. I am hoping you can help me home-in on which camera to buy. I'm a graphic design student in my senior year, and I'm wanting to incorporate a lot more high quality photos into my work. I also want to start a vlog focused on creating artwork; some of which will be shot in my studio, and some will be on-location to do some outdoor painting/drawing/etc. I'm loving the idea of being able to shoot in 4k and get really creative. So, here I am, pondering sinking what is, for me, quite a lot of money into an a7iii. Are there other options out there around the 1.5k range that _even come close_ to this? I was giving the Nikon D500 a really hard look, and I'd still be interested in going that route except for the fact that its price is, currently, so close to the a7iii that it makes sense to cough-up just a bit more for it. Also, consider that I have zero investment so far in lenses, so there's no switch-over hassle in that respect. Can we expect to see a BIG drop in price (i.e.; $300-$500) on the D500 this year as a result of a7iii dominance, or will that not happen until Nikon launches a challenge to it?

[@learningcameras]

Hey! So if you are shooting video with the ways you stated, I would probably skip Nikon and instead Canon (or even Fuji) would be my 2nd choice behind Sony. Nikon is great for video on paper but in practice, they are behind with limited features, no usable autofocus, and some small issues. For photography they are great though. The Sony A6500 is another option but the A7III is a MASSIVE step up in quality and features for sure. If you can give up 4k, Canon has a few decent options although we the 6DII which is there newest camera was mostly crap and there other cameras are a few years old. The Fuji X-T2 is also worth a look. But if you can afford the A7III, there is nothing even close to matching this right now ESPECIALLY if you want to shoot video.

[@smctunes]

Dan Watson Thanks a lot for the info. After having scoured the internet for several days I actually went with a completely different option (which hopefully won't bite me in the ass): the Panasonic G85. It's not perfect, but has a lot of features and I was able to find a solid starter bundle and several decent lenses for < $1,500. If i had my way I'd go a7iii all day long, but it's just a bit too rich for my blood at the moment. My theory is that in a few years I can check the market again and either get on the Sony train then, or Panasonic will be right on par by then and I can just upgrade from within their line. The micro 4/3 dealio gave me some pause, but after a lot of research I decided it actually seemed ok. Anyways, thanks again!

[@Alexandahls]

Hi Dan! I understand using Electronic Front Curtain Shutter minimizes wear on the shutter since there is fewer moving parts. Does that affect the shutter actuation life of the camera? I had someone tell me that I no longer have to worry about the rated shutter actuation of my mirrorless if I just shoot on Electronic Shutter all the time.

[@learningcameras]

So using full electronic shutter will indeed remove all wear and tear from the shutter however, keep in mind that this can give you flickering under artificial lights and rolling shutter if you or the subject are moving. I do use electronic shutter for my timelapses since theses are almost always in natural light and with nonmoving subjects. That means that my timelapses are not contributing to shutter wear. Electronic front curtain is different and while slightly reducing shutter wear, the affect is minimal. However it's extremely rare to see flickering or rolling shutter with electronic front curtain so I typically have this ON

[@benjaminthompson1533]

I'm not a photographer but I really wanna get a nice camera for personal use, I've watched some reviews about this camera and I'm starting to like it. is it a good choice for someone like me whom doesn't know much about camera

[@learningcameras]

It's definitely a more complex camera so I'd more recommend it if you are willing to learn more

[@AlfonsoSalgueiroLora]

Thanks for explaining the pros and cons pf e-shutter curtain. I turned it off after a video I saw of the Fro but I wasn’t taking into account the cons you explain here and the cons outweight the pros in my case

[@ronflores7]

Great video. I tried the setting to enable the eye auto focus but i keep getting “lens is not compatible”. I just changed all my gear to sony from nikon so i have this camera with the kit lens and i just ordered the 50mm from nikon, will i get eye auto focus when i change lens?

[@tdwp909]

Ron Flores eye af should be compatible with the sony 28-70mm kit lens. If you are using an adapter for a nikon kit lens or for your 50mm nikon lens than the adapter may not support eye af.

[@ronflores7]

I am using all sony native. Thanks. It works now of course

[@TomEversley]

Great video. If shooting timelapse of moving traffic is it best to have electronic shutter off? Or only for super fast moving stuff? For timelapse I would really like to use electronic shutter so this is a concern.

[@learningcameras]

For timelapse rolling shutter probably will not matter even in traffic since you are using slow shutter speeds which are slower than the readout of the sensor. They only time it would be an issue is if you used faster shutter speeds to capture the timelapse of over 1/60. Feel free to test it but I doubt you would see rolling shutter from Electronic 1st curtain or full silent mode (you should use full silent mode for timelapse to not wear the shutter at all) since you are shooting with such slow shutter speeds usually

[@TomEversley]

Dan Watson Perfect thanks for the reply 👌🏼

[@Najiharbi]

please advice me i have a sony a7iii and i am torn between getting samyang 14mm manual lens or sony 55mm 1.8 zeiss. i am mainly gonna be shooting video for weddings and commercial shots for shops . and i have only enough budget to buy one of these 2 , note that i will be using it with a gimbal.

[@YessikaMarmol]

Hi Dan, I just donated and tried to download your guide but the link isn't working.

[@kentuckybourbonfade4264]

Sync speed? Does the e front curtain shut affect the sync speed when using regular studio lights? Using my new Sony A7riii in the studio yesterday with my Profoto D1 lights and air remote, I couldn't get it to sync at 250/1. I had to settle for 200/1 but it has left a grey shadow on one side, so I'm guessing that 160/1 would have been the desired setting for a perfect exposure. But that it too slow and not 250/1. Do you have any idea as to what is going on? When I say regular lights, I mean not HSS. Thanks.

[@geonburden6218]

Hi Dan, im currently shooting with Nikon D500 and im using this camera for video more and more. Do you think buying the Sony A7 iii will be a upgrade (i do photography and videography)

[@learningcameras]

Hey! So it would be a big upgrade with video and a small upgrade for photos thanks to the full frame sensor. The big advantage will be good focusing while in live view. However, I'm surprised you wouldn't consider the Nikon Z6! It would also be an advantage in both of those areas. Other than the focus system being a bit below what Sony is doing, it's a solid camera and can still use your lenses provided you have some full frame capable glass

[@mustafa_rasooli]

Hi Dan Waston My Sony A7 iii image quality has L: 10M where is 24M ? I set on RAW aspect ration is 3:2 but I don't have real 24M, any help appreciated

[@learningcameras]

Yep, you are in the APSC crop mode! It goes there automatically if you have a lens that doesn't communicate properly or don't use a full frame lens or maybe you activated it manually. I use the APSC crop mode all the time for video but I don't recommend it for photos as it lowers the quality and resolution

[@mustafa_rasooli]

really informative appreciated @@learningcameras

[@tfangel]

Fyi, the Canon M50 also has eye autofocus, and it works pretty well. I have both that and the Sony a7III, and the canon just seems to have a smaller area it will track the eyes. The Sony is still better at it from my experience, but more are getting it.

[@learningcameras]

The Canon M50 will not track eyes in continuous AF

[@MyMagic95]

Currently using the A7III with canon 24-105 f4. Photos are not Sharp. Altho it's on F8. Kindly advise

[@rogeryoung2469]

Great video with lots of good information. If you shoot in AF-S mode on the A7RIII and A7III the Eye AF is automatic with no need to push a button or even map the feature to a button.

[@TheElocto]

Some of the comments might not be completely accurate. Especially around live effects and eye AF. The live effects I've noticed I do not need to switch it off on previous models such as A77ii I'm using and I have noticed with others on youtube with models such as A7Rii etc. If I underexpose purposely, the moment I switch my transmitter on if I'm using off camera flash, then the live view automatically adjust so I can see the picture. Or if transmitter is already on then the live effects are automatically disabled as well. The same with Eye AF. I do not need to change the focus areas or set it to continues focus. I usually shoot with spot focus and single shot AF and simply set the Eye AF button wherever I want it and as soon as I press the button it automatically searches the entire screen and continuously focuses for as long as I hold the button down. Maybe its changed in the mkiii models and A9, but I highly doubt it.