Sony A7R vs A7RV-- Has Image Quality ACTUALLY improved after 9 years?

[@villegas24]

People need to realize that unless you are a full time professional, you only need to put your bucks into some fat glass instead of upgrading every generation.

[@Benjamin_Jehne]

I think, the biggest overall jump was the A7RIII. As you said, the image quality is still on par with the newest cameras. For me personally, it's still one of the best Sony cameras to buy in 2022. In terms of ISO performance, it's better than the A1. Stacked sensors always come with some downsides. I still use the A7RI for my private landscape pictures and I still love, what this sensor is capable to produce. Also the JPGs have this really special look, that I still love. The A7RIV was a step back in ISO performance, so it was directly out. It also felt a kind of slow. This camera came just to early after the RIII. All the nice new tech came after the release of the RIV. It always felt like someone just wants to put a 61mpix sensor in a body, even if the rest of the camera can't hold up to it. The A7RV feels completly different. It's not just the nice Af system. What makes the A7RV special is also the new IBIS and the sRAW. These two things are the reason for me to upgrade from the RIII. I was able to handhold more than 1sec with a 50mm F1.2, thats such a huge jump for Sony. It's something the others said, it's not possible with the E-mount, but they proofed them wrong, again.

[@jakeshootsstuff8187]

I'm still on my a7iii, I don't think I'll ever sell it.

[@mexmax1657]

@@jakeshootsstuff8187 Same here :) Got the a7r III and I will use it until it dies. And then probably try to repair it. The whole black color of the metal is already "scratched" away because of holding and wearing it on my body so much. :D

[@wandererstraining]

Same. I got a used A7R. Then I got an A7RII. Then I got an A7RIII. Then I kept the a7RIII. In my experience, it has the best image quality of all Sony sensors when it comes to dynamic range and low light. None of the newer A7R, A9 series, or the A1, quite match the A7RIII's performance for DR and low light. With that said, image quality alone is not what made me upgrade from the A7RII. The bigger battery, faster operation and dual SD card did. Autofocus improvements didn't make me upgrade either, but they were nice to have.

[@SuperDamny]

@@wandererstraining I thought a7rII and a7rIII had IDENTICAL sensors, why are you saying that "image quality alone... " implying that a7rIII is somehow better in image quality?!

[@wandererstraining]

@@SuperDamny It is. They have the same sensor, but the electronics around it are different, and it gives the A7R3 a slight edge in signal to noise ratio. If you look at DPreview's studio comparison tool, you can see the difference at high ISO. Again, on its own, it's not worth the upgrade, but with the other upgrades that the A7R3 brought to the table, it was worth it for me.

[@khosrowjalali7898]

I was one of the early adopters of Sony A7R in 2013 and still have the camera. I never saw the need to upgrade and am very happy with IQ. I appreciate the video and information you put out there.

[@allantucker4327]

Just wanna acknowledge your time and hard work you put into making this video. We the viewers can sometimes take it for granted. Keep grinding Manny Ortiz!

[@pzark3638]

Seriously - the overall quality and density of information provided in just 12 minutes is fantastic.

[@Camera64video]

I am a Canon shooter and always have been. I agree that image quality intact has not changed much since the onset of digital which I know a lot of people don’t like hearing but it is true. I own a Canon R5 and have done some work with it but I still find myself using my 2009 1D MKiii with only ten megapixels on Wedding’s and Quinceanera’s still today. The R5 is so good that it makes me feel disconnected from the process of photography and it makes my day dull and unsatisfying because it takes away all my thinking, if that makes sense.

[@Life_x_Rory]

Very true. I just picked up an A7R2 in 2022 because it has everything I need for a fraction of the price of the newer models. There is a lot of new tech happening in the camera space, and a lot of it is great, but so much of it is just vanity specs to sell more cameras to people who already own cameras, just like the cell phone industry. Aside from bragging rights, most of it has no real world application for the majority of people buying them.

[@seanrobertson3833]

I bought my A7R2 in 2020. Sure the auto focus could be quicker but honestly the camera is great. Nothing massively appealed to me from an upgrade prospective and I don't think there is anything close in price to performance. The only thing it's been missing is the swivel screen...that Ive really been looking forward to. But will spend almost 3 times what I bought my A7R2 for, nope. A7R2 for the win.

[@digitalx3136]

I agree...my a7r2 is a BEAST...I use it all the time and never want to upgrade because it produces such beautiful photos...yea everything is faster these days but the r2 just gets the job done

[@MakingTracks]

I totally agree with you. I have the A7Rii as well, for landscape photography I don’t see the point of upgrading 🤷‍♂️ sure it’s slow but the image quality is still 🤯…

[@AllenFreemanMediaGuru]

When I upgraded from the A7Rii to the A7Riii it was the faster buffering and faster focusing that won me over. It was so good I have not thought of upgrading since the A7Riii came out and I usually upgraded about every two years.

[@RobDTom]

This video is spot on. I am still shooting with a D800E and I am ready to finally make the move to mirrorless. I don't expect much improvement in image quality of my still photos. The reasons to upgrade is mostly because of video and autofocus ability.

[@izoyt]

it's sony sensor in both, so..

[@chrisvig123]

@@izoyt image quality really has not changed for a long time

[@arturikbtb]

I switched from d800e to a7 classic and i happy. I used with Sigma 50 1.4 art and its af accuracy for static shot is better than d800e+nikon 50 1,8g.

[@AllenFreemanMediaGuru]

I you will benefit from seeing live the image as you change settings you will go mirrorless. That alone had me switching in 2016.

[@anthonytriana4209]

First, in an age where true unabashed opinions are getting rarer and rarer-thank you. I have been a Canon (all Iterations of 5D) and now Fujifilm shooter (X-Ts 2-4), seeing your analysis was very interesting. You commentary is honest without being harsh, but also somewhat hopeful. You clearly enjoy Sony A camera line! Your photographic work is very lovely. Your b-roll is also very attractive almost sexy. Your fluorescent tube lighting is just awesome! I want to shoot like Manny Ortiz when I grow up! Please keep up your great work. More importantly though, please take time to enjoy yourself, your awesome wife, and your family. May you have a blessed Christmas and a happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year!

[@claudecreativestudios4054]

I came from the A77/A99 to the A7R3 and hadn’t really put much thought in to how mirrorless evolved from the early days. Great analysis video bro 👏

[@donaldstuckey9096]

Same here I shot with the a57 and then the a99 during the last few years of my ownership of the a99 I picked up the original a7.

[@andgainingspeed]

I agree that glass>bodies so pick your body based on who has the glass you plan to get, or already have. Rather than just making BSI more common in all tiers of bodies, for me at least, a jump in low light performance is the thing that would make me think about a body update, even if the MP count dropped down to the original R's 36.

[@RiceCubeTech]

I mean the regular a7IV has a 33mp sensor, so that’s always an option if you want higher MP than normal 24 mp cameras and better lowlight system tHan the 60mp A7RV.

[@piotrgraniszewski8544]

@Rebel Hikes: having jumped from A7M2 I am not bothered all that much by the articulating screen. It is certainly more useful when paired with a battery grip. Does it take slightly more effort to start using? Yes. But it also helps me take better pictures and stabilize the camera better. Luckily, it seems like we can have the best of both worlds now. I hope Sony will only use the hybrid hinge setup from now.

[@jamesssten]

I have exactly the same opinion. I never cease to be amazed by the words of the ambassadors, who describe older versions as semi-professional or amateur, while three years ago they praised it as a great professional camera :-). I still have an A7r ii and iii foir my work. After trying the fourth generation, I didn't notice much of a shift and didn't feel the need to change. I'd rather save the money and get better glass

[@dasIDS]

What would you suggest to enter full frame (on budget) for photography mostly, not video .. A7Rii or better go for Riii? Was also thinking about 7ii or 7iii (not R) series.

[@jamesssten]

@@dasIDS a7rii is really good option, when you want also use crop mode or need really high resolution. You will need more batteries and shoot lowlight on high iso on crop mode. A7iii is for the beginers perfect and you can buy used for low price (probably best choice for you). a7ii is too AF slow..

[@dasIDS]

@@jamesssten TY!

[@paulie3095]

*Had to pause the video to comment* manny this is an amazing video on your part ! So unique it makes me reminisce of the golden age of KZbin , I’m so happy that you are making videos are that clearly filled with passion , thank you

[@cadmus777]

I'm still shooting with the same sensor from the A7Rii and A7Riii, in the A99ii. I'm happy if the actual image quality doesn't get any better, as I think the quality it produces is outstanding. I haven't upgraded yet because of cost and ergonomics, as the A99ii still feels so much better than the mirrorless, although the A7Rv is not bad at all (I have pretty big hands). We are well past the point of image quality, it's now down to everything else that goes into the process to make shooting better and easier.

[@Joizygyrl926]

Love this video! I currently rock with an a7rII...

[@dirtysouthtiger]

The A7RIII was years ahead of it's time. The sensor is still the highest rated of any Sony cameras for image quality and it's great in low light and even night photography. It lacks the bells and whistles of more recent models but it's a workhorse that is as solid as any other mirrorless cameras, much less Sony cameras.

[@kentao4]

Not a pro here but an enthusiast- I think the progress has been the tech around the camera progressing to the point where frequency of capturing a good image increases. I know when I started out, it was difficult to understand why my pictures were blurry etc and as I’ve progressed, I see how the current cameras “save” the picture if you know what I mean. Think low light, oss etc.

[@street.sousvide]

This is my second time watching this, haven't yet made my decision whether to get an older full frame or pay top. But there's so much good stuff here, thanks Manny

[@aleksander8659]

Damn, Manny. It's been a while since i stoped by your channel. Cant remember why it sliped but I promise to be better this year. And your vids are high quality and a great balance between inspiration and technichal focus. keep up the great work man

[@getawaystherapy]

The amount of work involved into making those videos is what i really appreciate. Cameras come and go and a faster camera does not always make a better photographer. Would love to see Sony cameras with Panasonic Lumix color science and better ergonomics. That would be a perfect camera. Thanks for this video!!

[@DillyBobThornton]

This is a video that the world wanted but didn't know they needed. Thanks bro @MannyOrtiz!

[@lorerolore]

i have an a6000, and it blows my mind how a so affordable and old camera can take amazing photos with a good lens

[@THISISWILL23]

A7r3 TEAM! 💪🏾💪🏾

[@ulrickteissier363]

Still got my a7R3, but the big improve for me with the newest cameras (i got the a74 to) is the AF. That's the first thing that make me upgrate my camera as wedding photographer. I also like the raw files sizes upgrade on A7R5 as it save a lot of space on storage. I agree with you that my A7R3 files are still good today, but i miss some af features. Anyway it still make the job for me...thanks for your great video.

[@martinruiz398]

I second this, I have the a7iv and A7Riii as well. I prefer the a7iv for the real time tracking autofocus and faster processor, but the image quality coming out of the a7riii is still the king.

[@RokDAWG1]

Manny if you saw some of my shots with my a7ii you'd be shocked! They're so amazing and fellow photographers are always blown away! I'm not going to lie, I wanna update but I'm not able to see the stuff to blow me away yet. Maybe this will be the year. I can only hope.

[@BuzzAdven]

At 4:34 in the time stamp I can see a difference in the sharpness on youtube. The picture on the right side is more soft than the picture on the left side. I can see it in the skin detail. Its almost like there is a very slight haze in the picture on the right side that makes it seem slightly more soft and flatter feeling

[@addeystock]

Manny this is just a fresh take on the sony mirrorless... Loved it Looking forward to see more of these

[@Toglander]

As a long time Sony shooter, I would say the one item most in need of an upgrade from Sony is the camera body itself. Why Sony is still stubbornly sticking to this ergonomically and durability inferior body blows my mind. I believe they could simply upgrade this one item, and drastically increase sales across their lineup. Imagine if Sony developed an entirely new body similar to Canon, Nikon, or even Hasselblad. I believe this is the main issue preventing Sony from completely taking over the market. This video proves how little Sony has innovated in this department since 2013.

[@MannyOrtiz]

I agree. I hope they improve the body to make it more comfortable to hold

[@Toglander]

@@MannyOrtiz - Exactly! I use the battery grip on my A1 simply because it is more comfortable to hold.

[@swegmastur614]

I think they keep it that way because they think it looks more "simplistic" and "modern" than traditional hand grips, but I think I can speak for most shooters here that we care more about a more comfy tool for taking nice pictures than a nice looking camera body lol

[@gilcarag274]

@@swegmastur614 it’s a matter of taste of course but IMHO Sony cameras do not look prettier than a canon or nikon body. Less traditional for sure but I prefer those ruberised bodies. And still I probably gonna get an a7r5. Tired being with the underdog. Fuji I meant 😁. We want same autofocus performance in video and still Fuji !!!!

[@derekholife]

I personally love the body tbh

[@jwestrik9308]

Nice. I am still using the original A7R (with Minolta lenses and manual lenses) and the NEX7 APSC mainly for macro.

[@apihtahe]

Low light capibility between the two. Which one better.

[@stevehageman6785]

You did a really good job on the video, very professional. Thanks for the overview of the A7R series, that is just what I was interested in.

[@Skipsul]

Great commentary. Love my A7r3. Another unsung hero of the lineup is the original A9 - still a seriously great all-around camera. It's fast, has wonderful image quality, no rolling shutter, and that great mid-sized grip of the 3rd gen Sony system. And since you rarely need the mechanical shutter on the A9, even well-used ones on ebay have low shutter counts, and years of life left in them. My A9 and A7R3 complement each other beautifully.

[@M3mphislov3r]

Which would you pic for video: a9 or a7siii?

[@Skipsul]

@@M3mphislov3r I don't actually shoot a lot of video, so I can't say.

[@Skipsul]

@@M3mphislov3r I did a bit of checking to better answer your question, and I did confirm that while both cameras will shoot 4k/30fps, only the A9 will give you full frame, while the R3 has a significant crop (which bit me a couple of times). Like I said, I don't shoot much video, but I would think the A9 would be the better choice just based on that.

[@josephpeppard561]

Hi James, I have an a9 and a7R lll as well. I couldn't agree more with your thoughts and assessment. Still extraordinary cameras in 2022 that I use frequently.

[@cdotwu]

What do you mean by "you rarely need the mechanical shutter on the A9" ?

[@JaapKroon]

I just came back from a trip to Bangladesh. Shot everything with a Fujifilm x-t20 and x100f (for a book and expo) and left my Sony A74 and A73 at home. My clients haven't noticed it at all ;-)

[@patrickmckeag3215]

Great video. I'm happy with the image quality from my A7II which has everything I need. I don't shoot videos, and I've decided to resist the temptation to upgrade, and instead to concentrate on improving my photography skills. Try to ignore the GAS folks.

[@2stroke_fanatic357]

Same for me. I don`t shoot video, so the A7II is great. I`ve considered upgrading to the A7III, because the lack of the joystick and the sometimes a little bit fiddly autofocus bother me, but its over three times the price of my A7II (payed 400€ for it).

[@kucci8157]

I’m still shooting the A7Rii for my purposes it’s perfect only thing I wish I had was touch screen

[@hxuanpham]

Still rocking the a7r2 since I haven't seen a camera that's given a fundamental leap in quality to be worth upgrading since the 2. The handling and battery improvements in the newer cameras are nice, but not THOUSANDS of dollars nicer, especially since I don't regularly shoot weddings or videos anymore (I can always rent for the few times I do)

[@pancakelens75]

Same here! I have found NO reason to upgrade from my A7RII. Paired with my 24mm GMaster, I’ve gotten some of the most stunning images

[@morsaPT]

An awesome video, as always. Switched from Canon to Sony and I don't regret it! Thank you, Manny, for sharing all your knowlegde with us! Cheers from Portugal!

[@badshoes]

Just glad to see you drive a MK 7! I get new camera envy often but when I delve into it, hard to replace my a9 as my do everything camera. Nothing blows it away yet in my opinion.

[@Skipsul]

Agreed. The A9 is a workhorse.

[@badshoes]

@Rebel Hikeswasn't early but picked mine up used as an upgrade from A7 ii, that felt like a tue upgrade.

[@miguelquezada1916]

Appreciate the deep take and insight as I have been deciding an a new camera. Appreciate you Manny

[@grey.fox.]

I've had three of these cameras and the differences would be more obvious to you if ya shot outside the studio or beyond portraits. The way in which they became more multifaceted for multimedia purposes is quite obvious put him on a gimbal or shoulder rig or shooting fashion runway, festivals nightclubs etc.

[@grey.fox.]

I now have the A7RV, guys and the difference is absolutely obvious if you're a video shooter or run n gum photog, shooting live events or doing journalism it is way more reliable than the A7IV

[@Mattrossphoto]

I shot with the a7rv this weekend and holy hell I was blown away with the autofocus. Huge improvement. I never pull the screen out so that means nothing to me. However the image quality is exactly the same as my a7riv, I saw no difference whatsoever. It is nice having every single shot nail focus though, that is an awesome improvement. I am really disappointed they stayed with the same sensor, why not make a jump in megapixels? Anyone that thinks megapixels don’t make a difference needs to watch Matt grangers hasselblad x2d vs Nikon video…the difference is comically huge. Thank you for not settling Sony couldve easily done better but they’re too busy listening to photographers that are afraid to slow down their workflow

[@mikeleighton9891]

I used one at the weekend....autofocus and tracking especially for eye/face was vastly improved also the colours seemed better. This is a mainly stills camera in my eyes, im not interested in the frames a second or video or i would get the A1.

[@Mattrossphoto]

@@mikeleighton9891 I always use manual white balance didn’t notice much of a difference. Are your talking about auto white balance or actual color in general? I didn’t notice any difference but I was in a total different environment than normal

[@capture-life]

Thank you for your effort to make your tests clear to the public

[@matthewtomich9766]

Currently thinking of picking up an A7r iii but hesitant due to its age. Hearing you say it's the sweet spot is encouraging!

[@gocrazy97]

i till now have seen many reviews on a7r5 but, thus far this review is the best ever i have seen. gr8 review. luved it 😍 luv from india

[@bryanthomas007]

Manny great lighting in your videos!!! The A7R3 is still my go to for photoshoots!!!

[@meat_loves_wasabi]

got the A7 & A7R2 when it launched… loved the 7R2 and used it for the next 7 yrs… finally upgraded to the 7R5

[@TriSamples]

Wow, honestly beautiful cinematography. Excellent shots and b roll. You deserve a much larger audience. My only wish was for more in depth video comparisons.

[@ThreeCeeProductions]

Image quality is very good now. People are switching for numbers and features they don’t even use. The autofocus system was a reason to buy but now Canon and Sony have excellent AF. If you are’t getting good images today it might be the photographer.

[@VentureFarOut]

Really appreciate seeing a review of the Sony line of cameras that isn't just trying to shill the latest newest most expensive camera. I agree with a lot of other people that I feel like there was a significant upgrade between the II and the III though I can't 100% put my finger on it. It may simply be the color processing that improved. I just got the IV but haven't shot with it yet but honestly am not expecting too much. I totally agree that its a shame that smartphone quality screens aren't being put on the backs of these cameras. Ultimately, I've found the biggest improvement to my photography since starting with the Sony a7 has been getting better glass and using primes when possible

[@wilhelmw3455]

Proof that you don’t have to upgrade as often as some KZbinrs and camera manufacturers suggest.

[@paulhills1967]

Terrific video. Thank you for all the time and effort that went into producing it.

[@brianpatterson6934]

Good commentary that I agree with, Manny. I sold my a1, made some coin and bought an a7r4a body - happy as can be! Keep up the good work...

[@Kostas283]

my left ear really enjoyed this video

[@ghas4151]

You can get stacked BSI at “mid-tier” pricing now - the Fujifilm X-H2S.

[@Bachelor_Gabe]

You're reviews are amazing for cameras. I'm going to turn to your channel when I buy my new photography camera in the future.

[@ArnetPhotography]

I came to the Sony A7 RV from the Canon 5D MIV after having used it for 7 years. I've been very, very, very impressed with the image quality.

[@vitalymaltsev4939]

Thanks for this review. Please don't let us wait too long for in-depth image quality and AF review.

[@mikldude9376]

Good video Manny, I always wondered about the basic image quality over the years. When you think about it , the sensors still work in much the same way, just later models sensirs have some extra functions added on. The main gripes for me on my trusty A73 have been pretty much the most common complaints with Sony mirrorless over the years i think. The less than user friendly menu system. The less than user friendly touch screen functionality . And as mentioned the quality of the rear screen and maybe even the brightness in sunlight was pretty average. The grip for me as I have large ish hands does feel a tad cramped between the lens and the grip , but not a deal breaker , as you adapt to these things. Good to see sony finally addressing some of these issues in recent models. As far as the body being almost unchanged for some years , that does have some good points , for example , a lot of accessories for the Sony A series have been interchangeable between models, so that is a good thing. I still love my old A7.

[@Miller96INC]

Wonderful video. Extremely well made and edited. And very informational. Thank you for the hard work

[@RÅNÇIÐ]

Can't wait to be able to afford this camera in another 9 years.

[@AjwaB23]

😅

[@dronephotogeek]

😂😂😂😂 me too buddy but at least I have my crop and some primes and can shoot just fine right next to the big boys all day long. Skill matters not dollars

[@stevemckenzie4731]

I'm still impressed by the quality of the files from my A7R. I bought into the system as soon as it was released in 2013 and also have the R4 and the R5. Converted my R1 to infrared. With the Sony-Zeiss 35mm f/2.8, the R1 fits in a coat pocket.

[@mikedubz5576]

Wanted to say your videos looks great. Keep it up you got it.

[@vancouverbluesea]

I like the perspective to look at the hardware! Very informative video! It stands out of the crowd.

[@MaverickChristian]

The next big step will come eventually, but both two-layer transistor and SPAD (single photon avalanche detection) sensors are still years away for full frame cameras unfortunately.

[@twagn]

Glass and technique are always the best way to improve image quality

[@erichramone7812]

Amazing video. This makes my case for buying an older camera 📷 much better

[@hellopsp180]

A7 R3 is just OP. Price to performance, cannot be beaten yet :)

[@parmanduke]

Completely agree on image quality. Af acquisition, speed, tracking, and video is what has been improved. Slowly though. I think we’ve reached a ceiling on what 99.99% of folks need for a camera.

[@chrishanssen1980]

Photography is a new hobby for me. I have a A7r because you can get an incredibly capable camera and amazing lenses for very little. As your hobby grows and you start hitting the limits of a 10 year old camera you only need to upgrade the body. Also the size is very positive because it feels less obvious. This helps build your confidence.

[@easternwind4435]

Got the 7R II this year as my first camera, love the eye af for portraits, hope to make this hobby into a side hustle soon.

[@marratillo1234]

This was a really good watch, thank you!

[@DAVCOHPHO]

thanks so much for all your efforts all those years. i am a professional photographer and you are the only photography content producer I regularly and consistently tune in for. 😀🙌🏽

[@darindipietro9141]

Picked up an A7Rii when it first came out. Been researching a replacement over the last two versions and just can’t justify it. Even for video it still does everything I need and looks great. Maybe I’m used to it’s short comings but the ROI just isn’t there for me.

[@philipfry492]

100%

[@minibuns5397]

Got my a7rii used for cheap

[@airgunner2024]

With the OG A7R, you had to have spot-on shot discipline and technique to get the most out of that high-res sensor or use a tripod. Even then, that bone-crushing shutter could blur a photo if your shutter speeds were too low. I love how this new tech just doesn't get in the way of a great shot.

[@NakeanWickliff]

This is such a good point. More DR is definitely welcome but how many megapixels does one need? The read speed needs to catch up before we can get more quality. The video is fantastic now but the rolling shutter due to slow readout speed can't keep up. I waited and upgraded from the RIII and the jump has been huge to simple things like not having the live view flash compensation bs on that just brightens the viewfinder when I have a flash attached. The focus has much improved and having a touch screen has been amazing to navigate menus. The EVF is amazing compared to the RIII and the screen as well. Even just things like format speed are waaay faster. I noticed the camera boots up a lot quicker as well. I haven't tried it but if you shoot tethered I think the USB port is quite a bit faster to get the files to the computer. Being able to shoot HEIF 10bit "JPEGs" to send to my phone on site and send to clients as I leave the location is a great little touch too. It seems like such stagnation when you don't skip any models but III to V is game changing for me. Not ready to sell my a7sIII's yet but starting to think about it a little more!

[@patricksprojects]

I still shoot w the a7r. the argument that the maniac shutter slap that it has can effect the image while on a tripod is amusing. that little shutter isn’t going to jolt a tripod.. anyways, I still love my a7r, epecially w primes..(yes Ive seen the video of Tony making the image blurry from the shutter lol)

[@airgunner2024]

@@patricksprojectsI fell in love with photography while using early Alpha mirrorless cameras, the A7R was my go-to for quite a while. The shutter slap DID affect critical sharpness and detail in many situations, especially at low shutter speeds. I did not say this happened while on a tripod. I said one should use a tripod to achieve the best results. What I find amusing is the "fanboy effect" which sometimes feels like a grumpy old fart misreading a post 😉

[@robert-zech]

Thanks for this video on the history of the Sony A7R line-up. I began my Sony journey with the A7R III after watching your live stream at the time. A friend of mine had the original Sony A7R while i was on the Canon 5D Mark III. Never had i thought, at the time, that i will be switching from the DSLR workhorse to a tiny mirrorless system. But it turned out to be a really joyful journey and lovely system - A7RIII, A7RIV, A7SIII, A7IV and now the A7RV have all been (some still are) lovely cameras i like to pick up and shoot with. Paired with some nice Sony glas i enjoy it thoroughly. Had a glance at the Canon EOS R and R5 in between but stuck with Sony in the end, happily. You mention some good point for future improvement i.e. speed (fps photo mode A7R line-up), LCD quality and maybe still some consistent and refinement of the menu system which is always a bit cumbersome to me.

[@pennycarlson1943]

I stuck with the A7R II until the A7R V was introduced. I like to shoot birds and the bird eye focus is amazing. I get lots more keepers and can also nail birds in flight. Something I could never achieve with the A7R II. You used an A1, with a stacked sensor, for your noise comparison. I would be interested to compare noise levels on the older A7R models to the A7R V. I do feel that I get a noisier picture with the RV but now noise is a lot easier to remove. One think I don't really need is more frames per second. It already takes me too long to cull my photos. Great video!

[@tc6912]

I agree with your thoughts on technology improvements and AI making photography more sterile. I actually saw a pro on the sidelines of a football game shooting with his cell phone. I am no pro, but under the right conditions, I find myself envious of the people that have the high end cell phones. For quick, well lit close shots, it's tough to beat, although I still get better images with my ILC and a good prime. May be my imagination, but I think people are less intimidated when you point a cell phone at them than they are with an ILC. I have adopted your LCD style of shooting when possible. I think people are less intimidated by that as well, and it makes it easier to hand the camera to a novice to take some shots. Thank you for all you do for us.

[@gregorykportraits]

I finally upgraded to the a7iv from the a7iii and found that hard to justify based on my requirements which fall primarily into photography,. I couldn't justify the price of the a7rv nor do i need all those megapixels, or AI autofocus. Coming from the time when I had to manually move the focus point , I mean how much help do people really need autofocusing??? Great video, I've been watching and learning from you for a very long time, you are and continue to be an inspiration to us all. Thank you!

[@piotrgraniszewski8544]

I need all the AF I can get!

[@samuelbeniuga9116]

I am still using an a7 III which is all i need for image quality and resolution. I was tempted to upgrade the body recently. I had a couple of lenses Tamron 28-75, 85 1.8. I've invested in a 35GM and realised that it was the better decision to make. Good glass makes a big difference in the quality of your photos. I'm going to be completely honest. The real reason i'd want to upgrade from this body is the LCD screen and the EVF. These are the two drawbacks for me which i still could live with, but would be nice to have something crisper and higher res. Oh yes, the new menu system looks fantastic. A7 III old menu, even after these years, it is still a pain to use. I can get it to do what i want but it's still asking so much of my attention when i need to adjust something in the menu. Before upgrading, I would suggest to ask yourself, what are the reasons you want to upgrade? Having the latest tech available will never be the end goal for sure. Companies will always make you feel that what you have is not enough making it seem that is a no brainer to upgrade.

[@Avatarbrayand]

Love this, definitely have to agree with the jumps between the R-R3 made upgrading feel worthwhile. Still have my R3 and love the balance it has and the video is good enough for general use. Love love love your analysis of this and glad you parted ways in the Sony artisans program but sad I wasn’t able to meet you when doing my sales training for Sony while you were in it.

[@DigoMontoya]

This is a very useful video for me. More than useful. I have an Riii and an a9ii for photo and the A7siii for video. I am now making wedding videos and hope to make it a business. I'm considering selling the photo cameras and buying a RV so I can avoid buying a second video camera. But I love those cameras! Thanks for helping me with so many decisions.

[@Ataraxia_Atom]

This is why I'm still rocking the A7III. It does everything i need it to do

That's a nice eye-opening video

[@StarKepler]

I bought A7R3 a few months ago and I am very happy. Excellent camera at a good price. In addition, it is still under warranty

[@stefanbecker9526]

The raw support of the A7rV is already there: Imaging Edge "Edit", Affinity Photo 2, Luminar Neo, Capture One 23. I also got my Adobe Camera Raw with A7rV support today.

[@zaharib]

Great video Manny 🥰

[@MORPHPICTURES-m7c]

Bro your quality on this is 🔥🔥🔥💯

[@misteragb7558]

I own the A7R, got it for $350, think it's an absolute steal and really overlooked. Very relevant still for landscape photography.

[@apstudios01]

Nice comparison Manny. Happy Holidays to you and your lovely wife.

[@karim1485]

A7R2 is still the best bang for buck - change my mind. Great vid!

[@smalltalk.productions9977]

Still using and loving my A7R3. Thanks for the effort and the sharing. Thumbs up.

[@RyanH0809]

This is exactly what I’ve been wanting to see. I’m a slow, walk around photographer. I don’t need AI autofocus, although I think it’s cool. Flowers and landscapes don’t have faces or pose any sort of way. So a camera like the a7ii would be a great upgrade from the crop sensor Canon Rebel that we all started out on.

[@PeteCocoPhoto]

Great video as always Manny, thank you!

[@AllenFreemanMediaGuru]

I started with the A7Rii. Amazing. Then got the A7Riii. Totally happy. I got a A7 converted to infrared and was surprised how great that camera was.

[@nagual2335]

Fantastic video I love the futuristic style and the dark vibe ❤ and the music is 🔥

[@WolfMediaImaging]

Dope video concept definitely think sony has been ahead of the game with there mirrorless tech.

[@crazevisuals86]

hell yeah Manny! thank you for this video. I have the a7r v and have had buyers remorse since I got it. although it's very nice and the tilt screen is great, despite quality of it, I think I'm gonna return it and stick with my a9 ii and a7r iii. I was coming from a Nikon Z6 to Sony and these two cameras are far greater than I will ever need. I appreciate you taking the time to make this video. I hope to see Sony upgrade their newer models that are worth the extra cost as far as lcd screens and stacked sensors.

[@KristianRoald]

Thank you Manny. Great comparison and visuals 🙂👌🏻

[@williammurray7268]

Thanks Manny. I've been looking for a comparison between the A7RV and the A7RIII. All the comparison videos compare the A7RV to the A7RIV. This has been very helpful. I think I'll stick with my A7RIII for now.

[@GolnatP]

Beautiful Golf R!! Need a photo shoot with it!!

[@gilcarag274]

Love your videos mate ! Completely agree with you . Low light performance improvement is what we need. Stop the megapixel race ! Is that what we are going to see? Not sure TBH. I’ve been waiting for so long for that to happen instead of always more megapixels with same ISO performance.

[@kenn6592]

As always great video, great insights. Thanks.

[@zsoltsantaphotography9637]

well anything that makes my sessions easier, and to focus more on the creative side rather than the technical, I welcome all those improvement in camera bodies ...😉