Sony a7R IV Tips & Tutorial
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- Опубліковано 31 лип 2024
- Our free, one-hour tutorial for the Sony a7R IV!
Photography books, video training, Lightroom presets & t-shirts: northrup.photo
TABLE OF CONTENTS
0:00:00 Introduction
0:00:50 Get the Sony a7R IV PDF manual: sdp.io/a7R4Manual
0:01:06 Firmware Updates (get them at www.sony.com/electronics/supp...)
0:01:20 USB Charging
0:02:16 Battery sdp.io/ZBattery
0:02:40 Memory Card Configuration
Pick up some fast UHS-II SD cards: sdp.io/BigSD
And some cheap SD backups: sdp.io/ExtraSD
0:06:10 Cleaning the Sensor
Get the VSGO sensor cleaning kit: sdp.io/DDR24
How to clean your sensor: sdp.io/Clean
0:06:47 Ports
0:08:23 Controls
0:11:07 Diopter
0:11:55 No Beeps
0:12:17 Real-Time AF
0:14:37 Touch Tracking
0:15:26 AF Illuminator
0:16:06 Check out our photography books and video training: sdp.io/Store
0:17:20 Back-Button Focus
See why you should be using back-button focus: sdp.io/YBB
0:18:08 Eye AF
0:20:53 DISP
0:23:16 Living with the Menus
0:27:19 Raw
Watch our video on raw vs JPG: sdp.io/RawvJPG
0:28:59 APS-C Super 35
0:31:22 Focus Magnifier
0:32:58 Reviewing a Picture
0:34:35 Rate Pictures
0:35:58 Auto Review
0:36:31 Modes
0:36:53 Studio Mode
0:38:07 Bulb Mode
Pick up a locking remote trigger for the a7R IV: sdp.io/a7R4Shutter
0:39:36 Star Trails, Meteors, Lightning
0:41:14 Using the LCD & EVF
0:42:29 For photography books, Lightroom presets and videos: sdp.io/Store
0:43:16 Shutter Modes
Check out Adobe Lightroom Classic at sdp.io/AdobeDeal
0:45:51 Cont. Shoot. Length
0:47:17 Timelapse
0:48:03 Silent Shooting
0:49:13 Adapted Lenses
Adapt your Canon lenses with the Sigma MC-11 adapter: sdp.io/MC11
0:50:43 Copyright Info
0:51:24 Format Card
0:51:49 Video
0:53:25 File Format
0:54:04 Slow Motion
0:54:46 Audio Levels
0:55:23 Peaking
0:56:41 Zebras
0:57:51 Anti-flicker Shoot
0:58:31 PixelShift
Get the free PixelShift to DNG Converter software: sdp.io/PSDNG
1:03:14 Saved Settings
Download Tony’s a7R IV saved settings: sdp.io/a7R4DAT
1:05:01 Wi-Fi
1:07:28 Wi-Fi Remote Control
Android Micro USB SD reader: sdp.io/AndroidSD
Android USB-C SD reader: http:://sdp.io/CRead
Apple SD reader: sdp.io/AppleSD
1:09:06 Bluetooth
1:09:54 Don't Touch
1:10:08 Lens Suggestions
Sony 16-35mm f/2.8 GM: sdp.io/S16GM
Sony 24-70mm f/2.8 GM: sdp.io/S24GM
Sony 70-200mm f/2.8 GM: sdp.io/S200GM
Sony 100-400mm f/5.6 GM: sdp.io/S400
Sigma 14mm f/1.8 Art: sdp.io/E14F18
Sigma 20mm f/1.4 Art: sdp.io/E20F14
Sony 600mm f/4 Art: sdp.io/Sony600
Sony 1.4x teleconverter: sdp.io/Sony14x
Sony 2x teleconverter: sdp.io/Sony2x
1:11:36 Flash Suggestion
Godox V860IIS flash: sdp.io/V860IIS
Flashpoint XPLOR 600 Pro wireless strobe: sdp.io/GodoxSony
1:12:24 Tripod Suggestions
Manfrotto BeFree travel tripod: sdp.io/Befree
Gitzo Series 1 travel tripod: sdp.io/Gitzo1
Gitzo quick-release plate for Sony cameras: sdp.io/SonyQRP
1:13:03 Get photography videos, books and apparel by supporting us: sdp.io/Store
Tell your friends about our free, one-hour camera tutorials at sdp.io/Tutorial
Just bought an A7RIV & trust me when I say this , the review was super helpful. I don't understand why someone would dislike this. Thanks tony !
The reason I gave it a thumbs down was that the write speed on those SD cards (90mb) is crap. I did mention this soon after the video came out but they still kept recommending them. And more importantly for them, making money from them.
Down votes are from jealous Fuji fanboys I think.
Just came here to say the same. This comprehensive guide has been very useful for setting up my new A7R. Thanks! I'll visit your bookstore.
Are you happy with the noise level?
@@grrrrrgh .,,ㅅ,,,,,,,,,,
OMG, what a resource this video is. As soon as I have my hands on the A7R4, I'll be watching this AGAIN AND AGAIN!
I bought the a7RIV and this is my first camera. This is by far the best Tutorial I have seen thank you.
I rarely leave comments, but this has to be one of the most useful videos I've watched on Sony Cameras and I've been shooting Sony for 2 years. Thanks so much for taking the time to make it
This was amazing. I never knew how much I did not know. It took me 8 hours to go through your 75 minute presentation. Thank you so much.
Great Tutorial! Very concise and covers a huge amount of topics with little wasted time. I wish all tutorials were this good
Of all the resources that explain the A7R4, this video is the most helpful I have found (and I've researched a bunch!). Thank you, Tony, for taking the time to put this professional review out.
I went through you tips & tricks for the Sony A72 R years ago. Today I am going through your A7R 4 tips & tricks! You and Chelsea are amazing -- thank you for what you do! I have bought your books and t-shirts and will contiue to do so. It's the least I can do for all you have taught me throughout the years!
❤ Tony you don’t know how valuable this is for someone just coming to the system. I am just getting my Sony a 7R5 coming from m4/3! So even though it’s not exactly the same your work is invaluable to us!!!
Love the details mentioned, shifting from a Canon D750 to the Sony a7r4 this video has really helped me. Thanks!
Just got my hands on the a7r4 since it was $2500 on Black Friday. This really helped me out with setting the camera up! Thanks a lot.
Best tutorial on the web for perhaps the best Full Frame camera on the market for quite some time moving forward.
Tony i have to say ,i have watched every setup video for the sony a7r4.
Your is the most complete ,the easiest to follow and is what i am going to use .
Thank you so much
Finally Saw it all again after 15 months, one stop for all setting queries. LOVE it thanks Tony. 👌
I have used your guides whenever I get a new Sony camera. The most comprehensive camera guides I have seen on UA-cam.
Best video to quickly experience the features of this camera - thank you Tony
Am I the only one that listens to these tutorials because Tony is great at explaining things? I don't even have this camera
I don’t have the camera either
@Steve Kurtz Jr.... You're clearly not the only one that feels that way sir! I'm team Canon all the way, but I'm sure I can still learn a thing or two by watching Mr. Northrup talk about this Sony.
I watch them to get a feel for what the camera can do and how it differs from the earlier version.
Steve Kurtz Jr. Same this will be my first professional camera and I'm looking forward to owning it in a few months.
Hi, no you are not. I have watched almost all videos from Tony and Chelsea and bought their books because they are incredibly good at explaining things. I am surely not buying the A 7R iV but I still watched the video. I keep on learning things which I can use for my Sony camera. Hopefully the Sony A 9 II will come out soon. I am so excited to get it.
Just saying thank you for this video and your books. You're my go-to guy for all the little and big photography questions that arise and I really appreciate your work. Thanks!
Thanks so much Tony! I watched this twice when deciding to jump into the iv and just sat down with it in front of my while watching it again.
Excellent tutorial - Really! Thank you. I just got my Mark IV and went through the whole video at 1.5x and your tips helped me set it up just right! Thank you again
Thank you for this video! Makes me even more excited to receive the a7riv!
Got these camera after A7R III. Huge improvement in terms of autofocus and body.
Enjoying it a lot. Fantastic image results as well. Thanks for a video!
Tony - Just got my new Sony - Thanks for all the detailed information very helpful. Just started using back button focus. OMG how did I live without it for all these years.
Kudos to you. I’m a seasoned photographer but learning the Sony menu system would have taken an inordinately long time given I’m new to it. You’re video helped a great deal. Thanks!
I just bought this camera today, and this was an amazing tutorial. Thank you Tony and I'm sorry about losing your voice.
Tony, Your tutorial is priceless ... makes setting up custom features on this camera easy. Your presentation skills are excellent.
Tony is doing Gods work with this video. Great job figuring out the Sony Menu mess
This was SO good! Thank you, Tony!!! I recently upgraded to the A7r4 from the A7r2 and this was really helpful.
Thank you so much for the awesome tutorial, much appreciated for all the time and effort you and your team put in the tutorial.
The best 1 hour I have ever spent. Thank you so much
Great tutorial. I got mine used in excellent condition a couple of months ago. This is my first Sony and a big step up in capability. I really appreciate the advice about using continuous autofocus / touch tracking. It will make a big difference to my us elf the camera.
This saved me. I am a nikon user and just got my new A7R4 and I was like totally lost until I found this video. The back button focus and eye-af settings were mind blowing to me!
Thanks Tony. It is difficult to understand the complexity of so many options. Thanks to you I have acquired the essentials. I'm going for a walk around the store. You deserve it widely.
Wow, Tony! New to the A7r IVa. What a complete "picture" of how to use this machine. Your explanations are extraordinary and so very helpful in getting to know my way around. Been a Leica shooter forever. Eyesight changes forced this change. Remarkable camera...thanks for getting me onboard!!
Praying B&H will ship mine tomorrow. Will be repeat watching this. Thank you!
I've just bought the A7r IV and this tutorial is incredibly helpful. Thank you so much.
Absolutely brilliant as always! Bravo! Top in depth well produced content and presented.
Thanks man! This is my second time learning how to use a pro body from one of your tutorials.
As always, clear and concise - amazing camera, thank you
Best camera tutorial I have watched
Thank you for this tutorial.. Just bought my A7RIV coming from an A7II and its a bit overwhelming esp. with the functions. And this video of yours helped a lot..
Great job! Been a pro for 38 years, and digital photographer since it started, almost day 1 with 1.4 megapixel camera. Been a canon shooter from the beginning. This a7R4 gives me a headache. The way you explain it makes it now so easy to understand. Not so overwhelming! Thank you! You should do this for a living. ;-)
A friend of mine decided to become a wedding photographer and bought a high-end DSLR. He was intimidated by the (then) printed manual. He asked, "How am I going to learn all this?" I responded, "You're not. When you need to do something you don't know how to do, look it up. You will have learned something. Over time, you'll learn everything YOU need to know to run the camera. 80% of the manual will remain unread."
Thank you! You do such a great job with these videos! What a life-saver this was! What a complicated camera!
Thank you! Looking forward to my A7riv as soon as B&H ships it. I've been shooting for 13 years on various Canon DSLR's and I'm stoked to be jumping into a different and modern realm of photography. I appreciate the info and time you put in to this in depth camera tutorial. Thank you!
Thought they would ship by this weekend, but at least not to me, lol! At least I can live vicariously through this video till mine arrives *sigh*
@@chopster01 Same here... Ordered mine August 12th. Thought they were shipping Sept. 12th... Not mine I guess.
hallamphoto ordered mine August 1. Why did I get myself so worked up about that announced shipping date? Now I am as sad as a kid whose ice cream fell off his cone, lol!
How is the journey? Still using the A7RIV?
Thanks Tony! Just got a A7R4, your tutorial is really helpful! I used your excellent tutorial for my Samsung NX1 as well. You are the man!
Glad to help!
Just traded my 5D Mark III DSLR for the Sony A7R IV today. Absolutely loving it so far. Only have a 28-75mm 2.8 at the moment. Looking to go big next with the sony 50mm 1.2. This video is definitely helping me learn this new system.
Excellent tutorial and very beneficial for someone changing systems. Thank you!
Thank you Tony and Chelsea..I appreciate your great reviews, insights and communication skills.
Just got my A7RIVa a month ago and this tutorial should come with the camera! Great work, thank you Tony!
Bought this camera and so far this has been the best tutorial ive seen ❤️📸
Fantastic Tutorial ! I learnt allot about my new Camera and i especially dig the option of APS-C Custom button assignment - bloody marvelous !
Just bought this camera to migrate my alpha lenses.
What a helpful tutorial.
So grateful.
JT
Very useful information..Tony always geeks out on gear and I love it!
I love Sony A7R iv .. and your tips and tricks are very helpful thanks
Took me 4 or 5 hours to get through this video and take relevant notes, but it's a gold mine.
I really do think it would be appropriate to get one of these books next time I order from the relevant store.
Mine's coming friday. Thanks in advance for all these tips! Never thought about sensor cleaning before.
Outstanding information! I just picked up this camera yesterday, definitely need this! Thanks so Tony! Awesome videos!
Thanks, Tony great work. Just received my Sonya7iv in the mail last night and went to you first.
As always great video! I’m new to the Sony ecosystem so much appreciated Tony!
Fabulous presentation. Thank you. A7Riv shows up tomorrow. Now heading over to your store.
Tony, thank you, this save me a ton of time. One thing I think you might want to update, if you want to shoot RAW to one card and JPEG to another, you have to have to change your "File Format" to "RAW & JPEG", otherwise it will just record one of the types.
Just ordered this bad boy. Thanks for making Tony. Very helpful 🙂
This tutorial is a lifesaver. Thank you!
Just got my A7RIV and this helped me a lot! Thanks Tony!
Thank you so much for this informative and comprehensive review on the Sony A7r4. It is immensely helpful! Awesome!
You're videos are life savers ... especially this one. Thx so much
this was SO SO useful! Thankyou Tony! I am officially a fan!
This is the first place I go when I get a new camera. Well, I couldn’t help but open the box first and pick up the beast, but after that it’s Tony time... thanks as always, man!
Great wideo, I'm definitely going to support you.
Well done!
Great tutorial thanks. The PC Port is actually useful for doing time-lapse work. The
Sony built in intervalometer function works well and the output from the PC sync can be used to trigger a controller for doing shoot-move-shoot using a camera slider.
U r the best and do come up with these kinds of tutorials it's very useful and informative...thank u so much ....
Man not only is your tutorial super valuable but you are funny! I'm sitting here watching it and more than once laughed out loud. My family turned and looked at me like wtf? Thank you so much.
Thank you Tony, I have been waiting for this! 🍷🍸👍
Got my A7R IV just now !! Love from India ❣️
Excellent video. Used a lot of this content to set up my a7R IV
Extremely informative tutorial. Thank you Toni!!!!!
another epic video and tutorial, thank you
Thank you, Tony for such a brilliant detailed tutorial. I feel more confident now with all of my notes by my side and inspired to get back out and getting shooting with my new settings.
Glad to help!
Thank you for your help walking through the menu I used Nikon for many years and switch to the Sony but thank you your course is great I’m buying your books I appreciate your positive energy thank you for your help
i would never subscribe or comment on a video... this was really well done. I seriously appreciate this!
Awesome, was getting anxious to see another video of yours.
Thank you so much !!! This is very helpful and you are the best youtuber about photography info and more ! Thank you!
Thanks for all the information. I really enjoyed this program
Great stuff. Thanks for walking us through the mine-field.
i will recommend you to anyone who wants a walk through my dude. your hard work got my sub and i'll check out your stuff.
I just got this camera and discovered more reasons to like it. The Sony manual is definitely lacking, so this video (which will have to be replayed a LOT) helps.
If there’s a more in-depth guide to this camera I haven’t found it.. 👏 excellent Tony.
As always, incredible content.. great video
Thanks for this! I purchased the book. Great Value. The videos are great and entertaining as well.
Thanks for investing the time to do this Tony.
Tony thanks so much for this video. I was afraid of jumping from my Canon 5dmk4 mostly for the menus but this makes it all so much simpler...
Thank you Tony, your videos are incredible!
Thank you for a great tutorial! In particular, knowing that the AF Illuminator is on by default and showing how to turn it off was very beneficial. I would have been extremely embarrassed shooting my first concert with this camera.
Just picked one up.
Great video.
Thank you.
Love this camera.
I have had this camera for a couple of months now. I had the A7III before. I feel I need a tutorial. I like Tony's tutorials because he does not underestimate his audience. Realized I have the old firmware on mine...
This was really helpful and now I have a zillion other videos to watch.
Tony, THANKS FOR THE INCREDIBLE VIDEO! You are my FIRST stop for any question on photography. I would like to add a side note on the Sony A7RIII and IV, I had them both, and still have the IV. I learned this the hard way ( is there any other way of learning). The little piece of plastic that covers the Shoe, CARRY EXTRAS! If it is humid outside and that piece of plastic is missing chances are REALLY good that you will get an error message on your camera and it will not work, AT ALL!
I was in Norway, on a rainy misting day. I had lost the plastic cover for the shoe. I didn't really think much of it, it's just a little piece of plastic - RIGHT? NOPE! I was hand-carrying my camera in a camera rain bag thinking it would be better than letting the rain hit it. After shooting for about an hour, I got an error message (don't remember what it said) and the camera locked up. So I spent the next few hours trying to figure out what was wrong. Finally tracked it down to NOT HAVING A SHOE COVER ON THE CAMERA! I was in Oslo, Norway at the time and found a camera store that had them in stock. I took the camera in the store, turned it on and the error message was still there. The guy in the store got the plastic shoe cover and put it on, ERROR GONE!
I would not have thought that little piece of plastic could shut down a camera BUT IT WILL! I now carry a few of them with me at ALL TIMES.
It happened to me a few months later after having a flash on the camera. I learned my lesson!
Always helpful, thanks Tony!
So, I have the Sony A7R IV and the II. I've been getting more into photography but certainly not a real 'pro' (though paid many times to do photography work, some video work as well). Getting the upgraded system from the A7R II to the IV was a bit of a shell shock with how many more settings and wanted to check out some tips/tricks that others found useful... After watching a handful of videos, this one is honestly worth it though some of it I already knew - Some helped me think things through differently (yay for Video vs Photo having different settings as well, though they blend in some odd ways on the menus too...). Thanks! This is a great item and I will check out multiple of your plugs :)
This is a great walk through of the Sony A7Riv. I hope you guys make some for the Sony A7iv and A7Rv