Sony A7IV 12 Months Later... Still Worth it? // Long-Term Review

[@McSpark86]

I had the A7iv for over a year as well, mostly for photo events like football, concerts, parkruns and client jobs. I enjoyed the camera so much I went and purchased a second body and invested in the Gmaster lenses 24-70 M2 70-200 M2 and primes. Boy did I ended with amazing results.

[@ramblr5900]

Whats your opinion on 70-300 g?

[@The-Tall-Photographer]

You’re a young guy with a wise style. I’m a uk based commercial photographer using the Sony A7IV and RIV.

[@fromcannon]

A7S III user here but love your photos and videos! Great colors

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Fantastic camera that! I really appreciate your support!

[@truebro77]

quite possibly the best review on this oout there - addressing issues potential users might face was brilliant mate. Good job

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Much appreciated!

[@markshirley01]

Once I saw the A7R5 and the new rear screen I knew that was the camera for me - despite the extra cost. The improved wb and metering plus better ibis also big pluses. The extra option of more resolution is almost like having another lens in crop as well, especially with the s-raw m-raw options to save space on data

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

That’s fantastic. Certainly a different price bracket of camera but most definitely capable! I would love to try one!

[@neneodonkor]

How is it in low light?

[@markshirley01]

@@neneodonkor hard to say I don't have anything to compare it to. But Im very happy with the A7R5, I bought it with one lens the 20-40mm Tamron - so far Ive don'e all sorts of work just fine

[@Aphex083]

Hey there ! Good to hear. I'm actually on the fence between a A7iv and R6ii, coming from an old D800, but I feel the uncrop 4k60 isn't worth the lenses and accessories available for Sony E-mount. Also, 33mpx for stills is much better. Thanks for your video !

[@elihennessyjones]

Hmm that’s a tough one I personally love Sony but you going to get a very similar camera either way What mainly made me get Sony was the lens choice and price with options from sigma tameron and others

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Hey dude! Yeah you’ve got two great options there! I feel like a large factor right now is Lens choice! RF Mount has significantly less options and are more expensive on the whole. The Sony E-mount is open to plenty of third parties such as Sigma, Tamron etc. This obviously gives you more options, but in terms of the camera itself you’d be getting a fantastic and capable camera either way that most likely can achieve the results you want!

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

I like to think about the eco-system and future of the camera system because it’s likely in the future I’ll upgrade to a different body and want to keep my Lenses!

[@benoittissier58]

My experience with the A7iv autofocus is very different. Shooting runners coming towards the camera with the 70 200 GM2 works well under the sun. But in winter, getting 70 % of acceptably sharp pictures is a challenge.

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Could be a lens thing because it’s pretty reliable in my experience… I’ve not tried the 70-200 GM2 on my A7iv

[@elihennessyjones]

Love the format of this video well done mate

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Thanks Eli. I always appreciate your support!

[@landocycle]

Really beautiful tones you’re getting from the photos. Love it.

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Thank you! Glad you like them!

[@kelvinkurniawanshorts]

Nice video, really helps me. Love from Indonesia 🙌

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Thank you! really glad I could help!

[@PhilipDSouza]

Great video. Thanks. As a fuji user, was thinking of upgrading to the X H2s and 150-600, but then the Sony A74 with the 200-600 remains the best competitor, both prices being so similar. Fuji for colour; Sony for the resolution and focus

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Either camera is honestly a fantastic option. You really can't go wrong to be honest!

[@GreenhornPhototaker]

Dude! amazing footage, thanks for sharing all your knowledge Lucas!

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate the support. Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@NTM01118]

I just bought it and can't wait to dance with it🎉

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Awesome Enjoy!

[@damage968]

Ordered one with the kit lens just a couple hours ago. I bought a s23ultra back in october and I've been into video and photography ever since. I know the a7 mk4 might be overkill for a total begginner but I'm sure after sometime I'm going to be thankful that I spent a little extra. Best camera in the market i terms of price vs performance. The video quality is insanely good. Any youtube channels you recommend to learn more about videography, camera settings and color grading?

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Hopefully this one… I’m in the process of making lots of videos in this genre! Other recommendations, Danny Gevirtz, Peter Lindgren, Gian Carlo Stigliano, Brady Bessette, Mark Bone. So many amazing creators.

[@damage968]

@@LucasJohnsonFaustino thanks, I'll check em out

[@DMRCapitalHill]

It’s not overkill you just invested into one of the greatest cameras ever

[@Amcacs5654]

Just sold my A7iii to upgrade to this. I’m excited to get it!

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@_reggee_]

Keep em coming🔥🔥

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Cheers dude!

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Who else has used the Sony A7iv this year? What are your thoughts and opinions?

[@mmclarkmedia]

It’s my choice and I am going to buy another one. Real world it’s a straight monster of a camera. 😊

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

@@mmclarkmedia it really is! If I could have another one I totally would too! Glad to hear you’re enjoying it!

[@AlergicToSnow]

It’s everything I want and especially need

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

@@AlergicToSnow that’s what I found too!

[@marceln2]

What about IBIS without gimble and it's low resolution dim display? I have read that both IBIS and display are worst in this class compared to canon R6 II and Panasonic S5 II. I am also worried about overheating in the summer when hiking a little bit. I also read it's not very enjoyable to use with complicated menus and uncomfortable grip and knobs. Would you recommend a7 IV to someone who just wants to carry as little as possible (no gimble, no external monitors, no cage + lightweight f2.8 zoom lens without OIS) and does photography and video as a hobby?

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Every camera in this class has a less than desirable display to be honest, so I wouldn't base your opinion on this. I've put this camera through hikes in Asia recently in hot and humid conditions and it has been absolutely fine, no issues. I'm confident you would have no issues. I find the menus on this camera to be fairly straight-forward, a big upgrade on what previous Sony Alpha cameras had! For those requirements, this is a phenomenal camera, it is a brilliant hybrid camera which will more than cover those bases, it takes fantastic photos and can handle itself well without any accessories. That's how I run it on my travels and love it.

[@touayg1106]

If you want to carry as little as possible, check out the A7c and if you don’t care whether it’s full frame or APSC then check out the A6000 series.

[@touayg1106]

If you want to carry as little as possible, check out the A7c and if you don’t care whether it’s full frame or APSC then check out the A6000 series.

[@Georgie_B_]

Great review! Any recommendation for mist filters for the A7IV? Also if you have any recommended lenses that are cheaper than the g master that’d be cool too! Thanks!

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Check my other lens reviews on my channel!

[@sennenestor]

Thanks for the great video, answered a lot of the questions I had looking into the Sony a7IV, do you think it's worth upgrading from the Sony a7III? I love my a7III but I'd love to get more into colorgrading and I'd also love to be able to shoot 4K 60fps video, kinda answered my own question but I'd love to have a a7IV user's pov :)

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

If your needs are more video focused I see the upgrade as more worthwhile as the new features etc are more video focused. Both cameras shoot great video the A7Iv just has those extra features to make it a better experience, screen, and features.

[@benjaminmathew4108]

iPhone 15 pro max or Sony A7IV..I wanted to upgrade but confused

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Completely different tools in my opinion!

[@ChaseLancaster]

Great video. So tempted to get this camera. I've had an a6300 since 2017 and think it's time for full frame finally. Would you recommend the 24-70mm f/2.8 Mk II for my first lense?

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Unfortunately I've not used it, but from what I've heard it is excellent! Expensive though, so do make sure it's the right move!

[@philipcolumbus3054]

Give a look at the Tamron 28-75 G2 f 2.8. Lightweight and capable. Works well with Sony autofocus and produces very good images.

[@ChaseLancaster]

@@philipcolumbus3054 I ended up going with the GM Mk II and it’s awesome

[@truebro77]

thats what I'm going to get

[@samehabdelraheem8298]

What settings do you use (particularly white balance) to get natural skin tones?

[@johndc7446]

The a7r5 is great but aside from the a1 the best hybrid currently is the a74.

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Dramatically different price points too

[@JiminSC]

Are you glad you bought the cage and do you use it most of the time you are shooting?

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Yes, all the time for video

[@specialized41]

I'm thinking upgrade to A7IV from a7III , for more Megapixels (for crop) and better Autofocus....

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

If you really need the megapixels, and you think it'll be worth the upgrade go for it. Otherwise the A7iii is excellent

[@RandumbTech]

Loved every second of this video! I bought the A7RV thinking it would be a step up from the A7iv, but it really wasn't. Although the EVF and Higher Res screen were very nice. I sold it 2 weeks ago and continued to use my A7iv. B&H released their YTD sales and the A7iv is in the #2 position - which is insane for a nearly 2 year old camera with no discounts. Speaks volumes to what a BEAST this camera is. Technical question - is there any way to program a custom key to lock tracking a subject in video mode? Right now, the only way I can get it to work is using the touch screen. That's very inconvenient in bright conditions when using the EVF. Keep up the great work!

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Yes, it's mightily impressive. Especially for a camera which launched in November 2021. In regards to your question, that's not something I've found so I think it is touch screen only unfortunately. Thanks for the support on the video, really appreciate it.

[@adilnafih]

You deserve more subs

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Ahh I appreciate that. more vids soon

[@seasideshutterworx]

your footage is amazing! I have an upcoming project and would have loved using some of your lots. went to your site but only found presets. Any way I can purchase your luts?

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Ah thank you. I currently don’t have any LUTs myself. I am currently testing some of Gamut.io LUTs, which you can check out here. I will be sharing my own LUTs in the near future. - here’s the link to the Gamut.io ones in the mean time. : gamut.io/?gamut=lucas

[@seasideshutterworx]

@@LucasJohnsonFaustino Thank you Lucas. Have you tried the phantom luts?

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

@@seasideshutterworx I'm Currently using the BaseLuts which are for converting your footage from S-Log to Rec709 and the 606 collection.

[@seasideshutterworx]

@@LucasJohnsonFaustino thank you I will have a look at them

[@seasideshutterworx]

@@LucasJohnsonFaustino Sorry last thing if you don’t mind, which video editor do you use?

[@CristoforoBonissone]

I connected the HDMI port from my Sony A7 IV to a 4K TV, i see it well, everything all ok. But if I shoot myself eg. Vlog I have everything reversed on the TV screen. This it a big problem for me. I have to discover out how the 'mirror' + 'reverse' mode so that i can see the movements in the correct direction on the TV.

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

You may be able to reverse the signal coming from the camera in the settings, not something I have experience with but I believe their should be a function in order to do it.

[@splootan]

Great video whats your thoughts on this Sony or the Nikon Z611? THANKS !!!

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

I've not used the Z6 II so unfortunately it is difficult for me to give a balanced argument however I know both are great cameras and will cost likely fit your application well!

[@pmandolese]

I love my a7iv

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Me too!

[@chucky1golf]

Biggest question for any new camera should be are you editing less

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Not necessarily the case, as for example this camera opens more doors in the colour department. with the addition of 10bit colour I can grade more freely and I have more options

[@robdavis4797]

Great Video ! I shoot both Video + Photo's I'm looking for up grade I'm currently still using my A6000 , A7RII and FX3

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

If you have an fx3 you probably don't need this camera for video, unless you're looking to combine both photo and video into one body...

[@hashimmahmood2031]

I want to get this camera too but the overheating issue worries me. I only shoot for a few seconds per take also, ill never leaving it filming for more than 5 minutes. My biggest worry is that i am expanding my services to the Middle east where its absolutely boiling hot. Will this be a big issue? Its either the A7IV or FX30...

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Hi Hashim! I totally understand your concern, I am currently in Bangkok in 36 degrees celsius and in very very humid environments and I have had 0 issues, no overheating warnings or shut offs. I think you'll be all good!

[@sachasresolve]

Mines never given me any overheating issues.

[@rayanknezic8682]

Is it me or does focus seems off when you shot yourself? Great otherwise

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Pretty sure it’s in focus, are you watching in the highest resolution?

[@rayanknezic8682]

@@LucasJohnsonFaustino no 720 maybe it was just me

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

@@rayanknezic8682 I think so. All my videos are uploaded in 4K so I'd recommend watching in higher res to get the full experience if possible!

[@jamescook5931]

I love your work. What pp do you shoot in? Do you over or under-expose? What software do you edit with? What filters do you use? What music did you use for this video, I love it. Thank you?

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Woah Lots of questions! Firstly thank you for the kind words, they are much appreciated. 1. PP8 - Slog 3 2. Over Expose by about 1.5-2 stops 3. Premiere Pro for Video, Lightroom & Photoshop for Photos 4. Urth VND (Variable ND), Urth CPL (Circular Polariser, Tide Optics CineSoft (Mist Filter) 5. Music From ArtList. I can't remember the specific tracks at the moment!

[@jamescook5931]

@@LucasJohnsonFaustino Thank you...

[@frechdachs2150]

Not worth it for me. Bought this body for portrait photography last month, with a Tamron 28-75 Di III VXD 2.8. Person Eye AF constantly misses at 2.8 but and even at f/3.5 the iris is not sharp. So disappointed considering the price tag :(

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

That could be a lens issue, have you updated to the latest firmware... I am also pretty sure that they brought bug fixes to the AF system for exactly that. Check the sony Website for the firmware!

[@frechdachs2150]

@@LucasJohnsonFaustino Both the lens and the body have the most recent firmware installed. Since I don't have access to another lens for this camera, I decided to send both items back to the supplier to get it checked out. I hope it's the lens. But missing a month of shooting after buying new gear just because of this is annoying as hell.

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

@@frechdachs2150 totally agree!

[@lynandtav]

what lens do you use?

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

I currently use the Sony 20mm f/1.8 G & Sony 85 f/1.8

[@MinimalWave1982]

do u shoot your videos in slog3?

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Yes!

[@BONLEV]

can you have peaking when taking stills with autofocus? In video mode this works. You see peaking when it's in focus but I can't find this feature to work when taking stills.

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

I don't think that is a feature unfortunately.

[@benlangfeldt-pd8gj]

I own the a7iv I think at the very least they could reduce the 4K 60 crop to like 1.2x 1.3x or 1.4x instead of 1.5x they did a smaller crop for the a7rv so I don’t see why they couldn’t reduce on the a7iv it’s the very least they could do to help them and there customers or maybe remove or make a mark 2 I reckon if we work together they will have to listen and make a change and with your large platform and influence would really help if you could spread the idea around thx

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

I find the chance this happens close to 0 it’s likely to do with hardware limitations rather than firmware.

[@RizwanPervez]

In terms of Video how different this is from Sony A7s III

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Not hugely, main differences being that A7SIII has a different sensor with less megapixels allowing it to have a faster readout and therefore improved rolling shutter performance, A7SIII also shoots 120fps in 4K where the A7IV only does this in 1080p. Colour, codecs and menus are all identical. A7IV has some neat features the A7SIII does not such as the closing shutter when camera is switched off. Similar cameras, one more video focused (A7SIII), one more balanced hybrid (A7IV)

[@RizwanPervez]

@@LucasJohnsonFaustino thanks. I am planning to make KZbin videos on smartphones Speedtest comparison. No human face will be shown. Which camera should i get a7siii or a7iv?

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

@@RizwanPervez honestly either one of these would work but may also be overkill for this type of video!

[@RizwanPervez]

@@LucasJohnsonFaustino i am newbe. I assume 4k 60 crop will not produce a decent picture quality on a7 IV. And most of the tech KZbinrs use sony a7siii

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

@@RizwanPervez both these cameras are capable of shooting pro grade 4K video! If you’re just starting out you may want to consider a more affordable camera rather than investing heavily to begin with, just something to consider. However if you do want these options both are incredibly powerful.

[@DjordjeSrpski]

the dumbest question ever asked "still work it" after 12 months.

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Worth it. ;)

[@orphanuprising]

How loud is the shutter compared to the a7iii?

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

Is say similar. But if that is an issue you can use electronic shutter.

[@orphanuprising]

@@LucasJohnsonFaustino yeah but from what I understand the sensor readout is still quite slow on the a7iv. Flicker and rolling shutter are pretty rough

[@LucasJohnsonFaustino]

@@orphanuprising flicker can be completely removed with the variable shutter speed feature. Allowing you to change shutter speed by smaller increments than usual. And rolling shutter is unfortunately not the greatest. What type of work would you want silent & fast readout for?