Sony A7 V review: Awesome speed and photo quality

This article reviews the Sony A7V mirrorless camera, highlighting its strengths in photography and weaknesses in video capabilities. The reviewer concludes that the A7V is an incredible camera for photography, with speeds, autofocus accuracy, and image quality ahead of rivals. However, it falls short in video capabilities due to the lack of RAW recording, native resolution, and open gate capture.

Key points:

* The A7V has impressive autofocus accuracy and speed.
* It offers excellent image quality, including a new "Compressed RAW HQ" mode that reduces file size while maintaining detail.
* The camera's color science has improved, with accurate skin tones and minimal magenta hue issues.
* Video capabilities are limited to 4K at 60fps in MP4 format, without RAW recording or open gate capture.

Recommendations:

* For photography enthusiasts, the A7V is highly recommended due to its excellent image quality, autofocus accuracy, and ease of use.
* For video creators, alternatives like Canon's R6 III, Panasonic's S1 II, or Nikon's Z6 III may be more suitable due to their improved video capabilities.

Overall, the reviewer concludes that while the A7V excels in photography, its limitations in video capabilities make it less appealing for serious video users.
 
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πŸ€” what's up with the camera manufacturers and their priorities? πŸ“Έ I mean, the Sony A7V is super solid for snappin' pics but 4K at 60fps without RAW recording? that's kinda like gettin' a 4K TV with no HDR, you know? πŸ“Ί video creators gotta have more options if they wanna make good vids. and what's up with the compressed RAW HQ mode? is that even a thing? sounds like a mouthful πŸ€ͺ
 
I'm so stoked to see Sony pushing the boundaries with this new camera! I mean, the autofocus accuracy is insane - it's like they're reading my mind when I press the shutter button πŸ€–. And that image quality? Woah, it's like a work of art! The "Compressed RAW HQ" mode is genius - who needs super-sized files anyway? πŸ˜‚ But, gotta be real, video capabilities are kinda lacking... 4K at 60fps is nice, but I need more flexibility to shoot my content. Maybe Sony will address these issues with future updates 🀞
 
OMG u guys I just read this review about the new Sony A7V mirrorless camera and I'm literally shook 🀯! They're saying it's AMAZING for photography lol it has insane autofocus speed and accuracy, and the image quality is like WOW! I mean who needs all that detail in their photos right? But video capabilities? πŸ˜’ its like they forgot about us videographers!!! No RAW recording, no open gate capture, just 4K at 60fps in MP4 format... um what's the point of even calling it a camera if you can't do anything fancy? πŸ€¦β€β™‚οΈ I mean seriously if u want to make sick vids go look elsewhere like Canon R6 III or Panasonic S1 II, those are the real deal πŸ‘
 
I'm loving how Sony is pushing the boundaries of what we expect from a mirrorless camera πŸ“Έ... I mean, the autofocus on this thing is insane! It's like having a personal assistant on your shoulder, trying to keep up with your every move 🀯. But for me, that's exactly why I need more control over my video settings - it's all about flexibility and creative freedom πŸŽ₯. The compressed RAW HQ mode is cool, but I wish Sony would go all in on native resolution and open gate capture. It's like they're teasing us with the promise of greatness πŸ€”... still, for photography enthusiasts, this camera is a no-brainer πŸ‘.
 
I'm still trying to wrap my head around mirrorless cameras 🀯... I mean, they're just so different from film, you know? Anyway, I gotta say, the Sony A7V sounds like a beast for photography - that autofocus accuracy and speed are straight fire πŸ”₯! And I love that it has this "Compressed RAW HQ" mode, it's like having your cake and eating it too... well, not literally, but you get what I mean πŸ˜‚.

But, I gotta say, the video capabilities leave me kinda underwhelmed πŸ€”. 4K at 60fps is cool and all, but where's the RAW recording? That's like shooting a movie without a camera πŸŽ₯. I know, I know, Sony said they're working on it, but come on, give us something to hold onto 😊.

All in all, if you're just a photographer looking for some top-notch gear, the A7V is your guy πŸ‘. But if you're a video creator, you might wanna keep lookin' πŸ”Ž...
 
πŸ€” I'm not surprised they're saying this about the A7V. Sony's always been more focused on stills than vids, right? πŸ“Έ I mean, who needs RAW recording and open gate capture when you've got 4K at 60fps, lol? πŸ™„ It's like they're trying to save space on the SD card instead of actually making a decent video camera. And don't even get me started on Compressed RAW HQ... sounds like just another way to limit those pesky details πŸ˜’.
 
I'm really disappointed with the Sony A7V... I mean, it's a beast for stills, no doubt about it 🀯, but the fact that they can't even be bothered to record RAW in 4K is just frustrating. And open gate capture? Forget about it πŸ™„. That feature is essential for any serious videographer.

I'm starting to think Sony's focus on photography has come at the expense of video capabilities... I mean, who needs all those fancy features like LOG profiles and HLG recording modes, anyway? πŸ˜’ And don't even get me started on the "Compressed RAW HQ" mode - what a joke 🀣.

For someone who wants to do both stills and vids with one camera, the A7V is basically a no-go. You're forced to choose between two separate cameras or invest in a bunch of adapters and workarounds... just ridiculous πŸ’”.
 
πŸ€• Just got my hands on some sick pics with the Sony A7V but I'm low-key disappointed about the video side of things... I mean, 4K at 60fps is decent, but come on! Where's the RAW recording? It's like they're holding back or something πŸ˜’. And have you seen the file sizes in Compressed RAW HQ mode? That's just crazy! 🀯 If you're a photography enthusiast, the A7V might be the best choice for you, but if you need it for video production, I'd keep looking... πŸ‘€
 
πŸ“Έ just got my hands on the Sony A7V and I gotta say, this thing is a beast for stills 🀯 the autofocus is insane, real fast and accurate. And the image quality? Wow, it's like butter for your eyes 🍴 compression raw mode is a game changer, less file size without sacrificing detail. But when it comes to video... *shrugs* 4K at 60fps is okay, but where's the RAW recording? native res? open gate capture? not exactly the most inspiring stuff for vloggers or filmmakers πŸŽ₯πŸ‘€
 
man i got a mate who's super into photography and he just got his hands on the new Sony A7V and he's like totally loving it 🀩 autofocus is so fast and accurate, and the image quality is insane... i mean, who cares about 4K at 60fps when you can get a sick low-light shot that's gonna make everyone green with envy 😎 but for my friend who's into videography, i think he might be a bit disappointed - no RAW recording or open gate capture are major bummer for him πŸ€• still, great review, and if you're just starting out, the A7V is def worth checking out πŸ‘
 
I'm still trying to wrap my head around these new camera techs... I mean, 4K at 60fps is nice and all, but what's wrong with 8K? πŸ€” And RAW recording, seriously, who doesn't love a good uncompressed file? πŸ“Έ The A7V's Compressed RAW HQ mode sounds like a decent alternative, I guess. But for video creators, I feel like they're stuck playing catch-up. Remember when we first got into videography with those ancient Flip cameras? πŸ˜‚ Now it's all about 4K and high frame rates... I just don't think it's worth the hassle of having to switch between different formats all the time. Still, for photography enthusiasts, I can see why they'd be all over this camera - the autofocus is fast, image quality is top-notch... that's what matters, right? πŸ“Έ
 
the review is too soft on the A7V lol 🀣 i mean, who needs RAW recording and open gate capture? those features are a total overkill for most photographers. plus, 4K at 60fps in MP4 is still pretty decent if you ask me πŸ“Ή and let's not forget about the compressed RAW HQ mode - that's like having your cake and eating it too πŸ°πŸ‘
 
πŸ“Έ I gotta say, I'm really impressed with the Sony A7V's performance in photo mode 🀩! The autofocus is insane fast and accurate, and the image quality is on point - that Compressed RAW HQ mode is a game changer! πŸ™Œ The color science has also improved so much, it's almost like they've fixed those magenta issues from previous models πŸ˜‚. However, I'm kinda disappointed in the video capabilities... 4K at 60fps is decent, but not enough for me to justify switching from my current camera πŸ€”. I mean, if you're a serious videographer, there are better options out there like the R6 III or S1 II. But hey, if you're just starting out or want a great camera for portrait and landscape shots, the A7V is definitely worth considering! πŸ‘
 
I gotta say, this camera is a beast for stills 🀩! Autofocus is insane fast and accurate, I mean we're talking supermodel level speed πŸ˜‚. Image quality is top notch too, the "Compressed RAW HQ" mode is like magic dust that makes files smaller without sacrificing any detail. Color science has improved a ton too, skin tones look so natural it's uncanny πŸ€”. But video? Meh... 4K at 60fps in MP4 format just isn't cutting it for me. I need more flexibility and quality for my vloggin' adventures πŸ“Ή. That being said, if you're a photography enthusiast like me, the A7V is a must-have! Just don't expect to blow anyone away with your video skills πŸ˜…. Maybe Sony will get it together on their next model? Fingers crossed 🀞
 
I'm a bit torn about this new Sony A7V mirrorless camera... I mean, it's like, super impressive in terms of photography – the autofocus is insane and the image quality is just top-notch πŸ“Έ! But, like, if you're trying to make some sick videos with it, you're out of luck, man. The lack of RAW recording and open gate capture is a major bummer πŸ€¦β€β™‚οΈ. I get that Sony's trying to save file size, but come on, 4K at 60fps in MP4? That's not even close to what pro videographers need πŸ“Ί.

For photography enthusiasts like me, the A7V is definitely a dream camera – it feels so intuitive and easy to use. But for video creators... I dunno, maybe Sony should've waited a bit longer to release this one 😐. The Canon R6 III or Panasonic S1 II seem way more promising for serious videographers right now πŸ“Š. Still, the A7V's still a great camera overall – just be aware of its limitations before shelling out that cash πŸ’Έ
 
I THINK THE A7V IS AN AMAZING CAMERA FOR PHOTOGRAHY!!! πŸ“Έ I LOVE THAT IT HAS SUPER FAST AUTOFOCUS AND TAKES STUNNING PICS WITH ACCURATE COLOR SCIENCE! BUT, FOR VIDEO CREATION, I GUESS IT JUST CAN'T KEEP UP - NO RAW RECORDING AND LIMITED RESOLUTION IS A Bummer. I MEAN, WHO NEEDS THOSE FEATURES IF YOU'RE GOOD AT EDITING ANYWAY? πŸ€·β€β™‚οΈ BUT SERIOUSLY, IF YOU'RE INTO PHOTOGRAHY, THE A7V IS WORTH CHECKING OUT!
 
πŸ€” just got my hands on the Sony A7V and i gotta say, this camera is a beast 🦁 for photography! the autofocus is so fast and accurate, it's like having a personal assistant πŸ‘‹ helping you get the perfect shot every time. and the image quality? πŸ”₯ it's like looking at a painting come to life on your screen. but, i was kinda disappointed with the video capabilities πŸ“Ή, i mean, 4K at 60fps is nice, but where's the RAW recording? that's a no-go for me πŸ’”
 
πŸ€” I mean, come on... a camera that's so good at taking pics but can't even record decent vids? πŸ“Ή The lack of RAW recording and open gate capture is a major bummer. And 4K at 60fps in MP4 format isn't exactly pushing the boundaries of innovation, is it? πŸ™„ It's like they took all the bells and whistles from other cameras, but forgot to include the ones that actually matter for video creators. I'm just not convinced that this camera is worth the hype... especially when you have better options out there πŸ€‘
 
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