Camera recommendation
p.2 #1Camera recommendation
Right, I overlooked that, sorry. If the slightly higher dynamic range is worth the extra cost to the OP, then everything's fine. To be honest, I'd also like a 1/32000s shutter speed, but that's never why I'd buy an A1 or A1ii (the A1 wouldn't be an option because of the display). But again, everyone has their own perspective.
Mar 31, 2026 at 12:04 PM
p.2 #2Camera recommendation
Thank you all again for helping put things in perspective.
So, both A7 IV and V (and the A1) would be a lot faster than the A7 III, perfect.
Yesterday I added to the basket a very nice used A1+20-70. Didn't pull the trigger, but I think I'll go either A7 V or A1: want to feel like true luxury
So, both A7 IV and V (and the A1) would be a lot faster than the A7 III, perfect.
Yesterday I added to the basket a very nice used A1+20-70. Didn't pull the trigger, but I think I'll go either A7 V or A1: want to feel like true luxury
Apr 01, 2026 at 06:33 AM
p.2 #3Camera recommendation
Have you tried using the Sony battery grip, it helps me a lot in handling, much much easier for portrait orientation shots. Consider upgrading to the A7R3, that what Im happy with, have the A73 as my second camera body, but im also considering selling it today 
viewfinder is much better on the A7r3.
viewfinder is much better on the A7r3.
Apr 01, 2026 at 08:03 AM
p.2 #4Camera recommendation
ilnonno wrote:
want to feel like true luxury
With the 20-70? 😄
want to feel like true luxury
With the 20-70? 😄
Apr 01, 2026 at 09:36 AM
p.2 #5Camera recommendation
@ilnonno another worthy camera you're not considering is the A7RV. It has the same latest-generation processor as the A7V, but a better EVF and a better sensor [1]. In fact, I would argue that it's the best camera in the Sony lineup for general purpose photography, and a great value too! But it's consistently underrated here due to FM's members' heavy bias towards action/birds/sports.
[1] better for general purpose photography.
[1] better for general purpose photography.
Apr 01, 2026 at 12:57 PM
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p.2 #6Camera recommendation
Interesting discussion as I'm in the boat of having to decide which camera to let go, A7iii or A9, after having bought an A7V last week.
Haven't had the chance to use it much yet, so can't comment on using it really. I bought it to go with my A7Riii which is really my go to camera now.
I'm looking forward to shooting some this next week as my twin grandson's will be staying with for a few days. I hope they'll provide some subject matter to photograph.
Haven't had the chance to use it much yet, so can't comment on using it really. I bought it to go with my A7Riii which is really my go to camera now.
I'm looking forward to shooting some this next week as my twin grandson's will be staying with for a few days. I hope they'll provide some subject matter to photograph.
Apr 03, 2026 at 04:15 PM
p.2 #7Camera recommendation
AlwaysOnAuto wrote:
Interesting discussion as I'm in the boat of having to decide which camera to let go, A7iii or A9, after having bought an A7V last week.
Haven't had the chance to use it much yet, so can't comment on using it really. I bought it to go with my A7Riii which is really my go to camera now.
I'm looking forward to shooting some this next week as my twin grandson's will be staying with for a few days. I hope they'll provide some subject matter to photograph.
I'd think about pairing the A9 with the A7V, which is closer to the A7RIII in many ways. The A9 will give you a stacked sensor for LED lights and is superb in tracking kids (though the A7V will be also). Getting an A7RV, as above commenter suggests, would also be an excellent choice and paired with the A9 would give you an updated set of what you have now.
Interesting discussion as I'm in the boat of having to decide which camera to let go, A7iii or A9, after having bought an A7V last week.
Haven't had the chance to use it much yet, so can't comment on using it really. I bought it to go with my A7Riii which is really my go to camera now.
I'm looking forward to shooting some this next week as my twin grandson's will be staying with for a few days. I hope they'll provide some subject matter to photograph.
I'd think about pairing the A9 with the A7V, which is closer to the A7RIII in many ways. The A9 will give you a stacked sensor for LED lights and is superb in tracking kids (though the A7V will be also). Getting an A7RV, as above commenter suggests, would also be an excellent choice and paired with the A9 would give you an updated set of what you have now.
Apr 04, 2026 at 03:20 PM
p.2 #8Camera recommendation
I'm actually giving strong consideration to selling both of them.
I've become accustomed to being able to crop when using the A7Riii to the point I'm not satisfied with the 24 megs of either of them. I don't want the huge file sizes of the A1 or the other R models.
Guess I'm getting suborn in my old age.
I've become accustomed to being able to crop when using the A7Riii to the point I'm not satisfied with the 24 megs of either of them. I don't want the huge file sizes of the A1 or the other R models.
Guess I'm getting suborn in my old age.
Apr 05, 2026 at 01:55 PM
p.2 #9Camera recommendation
j4nu wrote:
The top viewfinder (A1, A7RV, ...) is worth it for static scenes. It really is amazing how detailed the view is then.
However, and this is a *big* but, if you shoot dynamic scenes (or just keep shutter button half-pressed / AF-ON button pressed even on static scenes) the resolution drops dramatically while focusing in AF-C (so much it's sometimes hard to tell if the right thing is in focus).
Of course, this is assuming your eyesight is good enough to notice the difference .
Having read your post again, if you MF using magnification, there will not be much difference (if...Show more →
A9iii has the best viewfinder implementation for dynamic scenes. It uses the same viewfinder as the A7RV but there is no resolution drop.
The top viewfinder (A1, A7RV, ...) is worth it for static scenes. It really is amazing how detailed the view is then.
However, and this is a *big* but, if you shoot dynamic scenes (or just keep shutter button half-pressed / AF-ON button pressed even on static scenes) the resolution drops dramatically while focusing in AF-C (so much it's sometimes hard to tell if the right thing is in focus).
Of course, this is assuming your eyesight is good enough to notice the difference
.Having read your post again, if you MF using magnification, there will not be much difference (if...Show more →
A9iii has the best viewfinder implementation for dynamic scenes. It uses the same viewfinder as the A7RV but there is no resolution drop.
Apr 06, 2026 at 02:32 AM
p.2 #10Camera recommendation
aCuria wrote:
However, and this is a *big* but, if you shoot dynamic scenes (or just keep shutter button half-pressed / AF-ON button pressed even on static scenes) the resolution drops dramatically while focusing in AF-C (so much it's sometimes hard to tell if the right thing is in focus).
Of course, this is assuming your eyesight is good enough to notice the difference .
Having read your post again, if you MF using magnification, there will not be much difference (if any, mostly EVF physical size I'd say) between the viewfinders. I'd lean towards A7V, which has the best DR currently and still a pretty nice resolution.A9iii has the best viewfinder implementation for dynamic scenes. It uses the same viewfinder as the A7RV but there is no resolution drop.
Yes, that's true. It's because it's the whole "imaging pipeline" that affects the feed to EVF, rather than the EVF alone...
j4nu wrote
The top viewfinder (A1, A7RV, ...) is worth it for static scenes. It really is amazing how detailed the view is then.However, and this is a *big* but, if you shoot dynamic scenes (or just keep shutter button half-pressed / AF-ON button pressed even on static scenes) the resolution drops dramatically while focusing in AF-C (so much it's sometimes hard to tell if the right thing is in focus).
Of course, this is assuming your eyesight is good enough to notice the difference
.Having read your post again, if you MF using magnification, there will not be much difference (if any, mostly EVF physical size I'd say) between the viewfinders. I'd lean towards A7V, which has the best DR currently and still a pretty nice resolution.
Yes, that's true. It's because it's the whole "imaging pipeline" that affects the feed to EVF, rather than the EVF alone...
Apr 06, 2026 at 05:12 AM