Any Sony users here?

[StevieBee]

Looking to add to my arsenal one of the higher end mirrorless Sony cameras. Currently honing in on the Sony A7 IV.

I need a second video camera to compliment my FX6 but also a top drawer stills camera for which I'm currently using the Nikon D850 so will be trading that in for the Sony.

Reviews and homework suggests the A7 to fit the bill on function and image quality but keen to hear any real-world advice and experience.

[StevieBee]

Fordo said:

StevieBee said:

Looking to add to my arsenal one of the higher end mirrorless Sony cameras. Currently honing in on the Sony A7 IV.

I need a second video camera to compliment my FX6 but also a top drawer stills camera for which I'm currently using the Nikon D850 so will be trading that in for the Sony.

Reviews and homework suggests the A7 to fit the bill on function and image quality but keen to hear any real-world advice and experience.

Oh im your man here. I have an FX6 for work, and also have an A7iv

.....great insights.....

Thanks so much Fordo. That is truly superb insight.

This is the second time you’ve provided me such terrific insight. I’m beginning to think that I may be due an invoice from you for consultancy!

The previous time, to remind you, was on the subject of the BM6KP. Got that and had it for around a year. All of your observations were spot on. A truly terrific camera for the money. But as you alluded to, it’s ergonomics become an annoyance. I never fell in love with it. Never felt part of me which for me is an important part of photography and filmmaking. Plus I got fed up with having to build Meccano every time I went out with it.

I kept looking at the FX6 and had one of those ‘ahh – sod it’ moments and did the swap. Not looked back since. Way too much for what I need 95% of the time but so’ my Lotus Elise and I love that too!

Anyway, I think you and GetCarter have sealed the deal on the choice of B-Camera.

Who needs money? I’d only squander it on food and heating.

[StevieBee]

Thanks for the insights chaps. Very helpful.

Got a cracking trade in from Camera World on my D7200 and DX lenses and a brand new Sony A7iv will be in my hands next week!

Keeping the D850 for a bit so I can run the two side by side and see the reality of the differences if any. Got a couple of really nice photo and video assignments over the next few months so will be able to get a real-world feel for things.