Sony Alpha a7 III Mirrorless Digital Camera with 28-70mm Lens
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Very interesting but Stupid!
I'm a professional video and still shooter who was a Nikon for more than 20 years, I switched to the Canon 5D mkii when it came out because it was better than the Nikons of the day. A few years ago I started using a Lumix for under the radar shoots. Then, Last September I needed a cheap 4k video/still camera for a Hurricane Irma shoot. So, I jumped on the Sony bandwagon. But this review is supposed to be about the a7iii. I got it because it ... Show More
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Excellent camera, software a bit buggy
I bought a Sony a7iii a week ago. I got two lenses, the kit lens (f3.5-5.6/28-70mm), and the f1.8/85mm lens. My primary use case is recording videos of myself using a tripod in my home (hence my interest in the features below). With a new toy, I had to play with it a bunch. As a camera, it works better than any camera I've ever used. I brought it on a camping trip, and was amazed at how late into the evening I was able to take reasonably cle... Show More
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Upgrade from Canon 70D
So Im coming from a 70D, which I bought new in 2014, and had the 60D, T3I, and XSi before that...Most of my best pics were taken with the XSi and T3i believe it or not, since I was working with models at the time and CARED... I just got this camera TODAY, so these are my very first impessions/observations vs the Canon 70D and Normal DSLRs in general: (More based on my feelings than fact of course) A. It feels like a quality item, but glass like ... Show More
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The A7 Update I've Been Waiting For
Ive had a great run with my original A7 but have long felt that I could use certain AF, sensor and interface refinements once they fall within my price range. Thats what this A7iii is all about. My older Sonys demanded then rewarded the effort to familiarize and customize the interface this generation takes that to a new level. One could simply morph this camera to suit existing preferences, but I feel it is well worth taking a step back and re-... Show More
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A major move from Nikon to Sony
I had been a Nikon user since I was 13 or over 50 years so this move to Sony was both long in coming and difficult. In fact it was similar to my move to digital vs film which also took a while but I have never looked back. As I was moving from the D800 and D7200 cameras to the Sony I expected similar or better performance and usability. I have now had the camera for over 2 months and travel out of the country for 30 days having taken over 5000 pi... Show More
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It has been two weeks
A little bit of a background first. I am an amateur photographer who does no video and has owned a FF Canon DSLR for the past 10 years and was looking for a replacement body. Before the purchase of the Sony A73, my stable of lenses included: Canon 70-200 f/2.8L non-IS Canon 50mm f/1.4 Canon 24-105mm f/4.0 IS Canon Macro 100mm f/2.8 II IS Canon 17-40mm f/4.0L USM I started by looking at the Canon DSLR's (FF) and then I heard about the release of ... Show More
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Awesome FF sensor in a small package...
This camera isn't perfect, but it's very good at a lot of things. First, the sensor is just incredible. It produces detailed, extremely low noise, very colorful images. The AF system is pretty darn good too. I shot a softball tournament with the 70-200GM and I have only a handful of images that aren't in focus, mostly due to obstacles getting in the way as I was panning and the silly "Pre-AF" function that I turned off. It's at the very least on ... Show More
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Excellent Camera!
All I ever shot with is the Sony system. I love the mirrorless as it is smaller and lighter, Sony is so motivated on the technology. I originally bought it as a back up for my a7 m2, and still use it, as now I don't have to change lenses as frequently, while i clen sensor on a7 m2. Both are superbly great cameras. I cant see an image quality difference between the two on my MacPro 15", yet. I shot an early morning first light on a lake and foregr... Show More
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Superb camera with a few flaws
I am both a photographer and a videographer, so hybrid cameras that perform well at both tasks have always appealed to me. I started my hybrid camera journey with the Canon 70D and its class-leading dual pixel autofocus. I also purchased a Canon 6D as my primary photography camera, and I have built up a decent collection of Canon lenses. Then along came the NX1 with even more impressive autofocus, higher framerates in photo (15 FPS) and video (1... Show More
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8 month Review
As a kid coming out of college and wanted to focus on video and photo work I pick up one of these cameras. I have been with this camera for 8 months now and here are my pros and cons. Pros: -Size matters for travel work. I have large hands and to anyone complaining about their little pinky hurting needs to find new things to complain about. As far as travel work I went from have one body with two lenses to be able to carry a third lens in my bag ... Show More
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Fantastic camera, okay bundle
So much has already been written about the A7 III it's hard not to be redundant. The image quality (sharpness and detail) is stunning, although I have noticed a greenish tint on indoor photos shot under CFLs or LEDs. Mostly correctable with post-processing (raw is easier, but even JPEG can be corrected, I've found). Yes, the menus are extensive--so are the capabilities. Not hard to figure out, honestly. The EVF is not the best I've seen (some fri... Show More
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A Camera that Stands on Its Own
Switching from Canon EOS 6D, the first thing I noticed is the dynamic range! I updated to the firmware version 2.1.0 and my Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM and Canon EF 135mm f/2L USM performs flawlessly wide open with the Sigma MC-11 adapter! Even I can confirm that my Tamron SP 15-30mm Di VC USD G1 lens performs and focuses perfectly with the Sigma adapter. Therefore, I dont have to buy native Sony lenses for now. However, given that the Tamron 28-75mm... Show More
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Compatibility Issues And Impossible Sony Customer Support
I am having a love/hate relationship with this camera. I have been a Canon shooter since the film days. This is my first Sony digital camera. I am having difficulty connecting the camera to 3rd party devices and trying to actually ask Sony Customer Support a question seems impossible to accomplish. My first issue was connecting the Vello ShutterBoss II to the camera. The B&H site shows it in the accessory popup. I have used this remote with my C... Show More
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Ex-Canon user says: Solid Upgrade from the A7ii
I am a post-Canon user. Canon 6D -- Sony A7ii -- Sony A7iii. Pros: - It's smaller than any full frame Canon/Nikon. Sure, it's just as long as any Canon/Nikon if you attach a lens. However, the height and width is smaller; making it much easier to fit into my bag. "The best camera is the one you have with you." This is definitely better than a smartphone camera. (This is the primary reason I switched; judge me if you like.) - Eye-tracking AF is c... Show More
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Sold my full frame Nikon for this...
Sold my Nikon D750 for this camera. It beats that camera in many ways, but also has it's cons. Nikon's low-light performance has been great since the D700 (compared to Canon at that time), over the years that gap has narrowed. I have heard great things about Sony's A7S cameras ISO performance, and this A7III has exceeded my expectations. I shot some samples at night at ISO 16,000 and got very, very usable photos. You must try it for yourself. I ... Show More
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I find myself grabbing my A7 III more often than my A7R III.
Ever since I've got my A7 III, I find myself grabbing A7 III more often than my A7R III. For the most part, I think A7R III's resolution is absolute overkill and only needed for specific purposes. I also enjoy enhanced phase detection AF points on the A7 III, which now covers almost the entire frame for better composition. I also found that the autofocus IQ has also been slightly improved over the A7R III, as the A7 III will most often focus on... Show More
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Expectations vs reality
Since my Canon 10D, purchased in 2003, I've upgraded with Canon bodies, the latest a 7D...great camera for its day. Like many Canon users, I've awaited the announcement of a meaningful replacement. However, each time Canon has released a new camera in the past few years it has been lacking competitive features. Canon has given Sony space to innovate, the proof of which is the A7 III. Still, the move to Sony could mean buying replacement E-mount l... Show More
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Serious Enthusiast Upgraded from Sony A77
I have used a Sony A77 for years (Nikon D50 before that). I take photos of vacations, family, kids sports and dance, boating, race cars, aircraft, wildlife (birds), water skiing, family events, some street photography, and portraits. I use it with my first 2 lenses -- the 85mm f1.8 & 24-120 f4. I have also been using a Panasonic GX85 on vacations with a handful of lenses. I really have enjoyed the smaller Panasonic for travel, but I missed the ... Show More
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I WANTED TO LOVE IT, BUT...
The positive first: Images are crystal clear with 55mm f1.8 lens; image quality amazing; 24-105mm f4.0 nice enough; low light capability is super. Now the not so positive: 1) tilt screen - too stiff and not quite adjustable enough - articulating screen; built-in flash and battery charger included would have been nice; 2) 24-105mm is not ergonomically compatible with the camera at all. The lens is quite heavy for the camera, so a lens not balanced... Show More
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Very good, just short of great.
I moved from a Nikon D810, which was getting heavier and heavier to lug around, to the A7 iii. About 70% of my photo shoots are street or portraits. I sent the first few photos shot with the camera to a friend, a very experienced photographer. He declared them to be technically excellent [he didnt comment on subject matter or artistic value :-)] Ongoing shoots have yielded good results. Ive photographed indoors, resulting in ISOs of 5100. The pho... Show More
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excellent camera with some flaws
I've been using mirrorless cameras since 2011. I've had a bunch of m4/3, several Canon M, a dozen of Fujis, and almost all Sonys, both APS-C and FF. My last Sony was A7Rii. This camera is better than anything I had before. The image quality is excellent, the noise is very low, Sony finally got the metering and WB right, so even jpegs and default converted raws are usable without any additional editing. But, of course, if you do edit raw files (a... Show More
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Incredible Upgrade from Nikon D3300
I read and watched loads of reviews for this camera as an entry level camera and, I can assure you, from the entrance I came into the building, this thing is PRO GEAR. The only complaints I read were that the viewfinder is sub-par and other pedantry around cumbersome menu and such. This thing is amazing, intuitive, versatile and quality kit. The low light capabilities are phenomenal and I'm just getting started with it. The A7 III body definitel... Show More
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Dear Videographers - switch now, thank me later
I have been filming corporate & pro sports video since 2010 and have owned/used many cameras (Panasonic GH2, GH3, GH4 / Canon 5D Mark II, Mark III, Mark IV / Canon C100 Mark II and various other small chip Panasonic and Canon camcorders). The thing that made me delay switching to Sony sooner was the color science and the lack of reliable continuous autofocus, after all everyone knows that Canon has the best color and autofocus on the market righ... Show More
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A serious camera for serious or not so serious photography
After months of dithering I finally pulled the trigger and bought an A7III and Tamron 28-75 Di III RXD to go with it. The camera fully meets my expectations and is a finely crafted piece of hardware, that telegraphs quality. I bought this body for the very fast and effective AF and excellent low light performance. There has been a lot of negative commentary about the touch screen and menu system. I find the menu system somewhat old fashioned but... Show More
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