Jason, I believe A7III has the tracking function too. Set Center Lock-on AF in Fn button. Start recording and turn it on and tap the screen on the subject you want to track. :) Hope it helps the rest of the A7III users out there.
Jason Vong Not arguing - just curious. Are there comparisons out there? Is there a drastic difference? I’ve only used A7 iii and A7r iii. Center lock-on has worked really well.
I just did the switch from Canon to Sony and I'm watching all your videos about camera setup, autofocus and lenses suggestion, they are all very helpful, Thank You!
I am currently using older Sony cameras.a5000 and a6000 simply cuz it's what I can afford currently however of all the videos I have watched about lenses and focusing and settings. Yours have been the most educational no nonsense and comprehensive for someone like myself who knows nothing about photography. Thank you for your approach and how u have made all aspects of photography make sense without convoluting the subject
So my face detection settings won't allow me to turn it on it says it is because the file format XAVC 4K so can you not have AF on if you are using the video in 4k?
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Wow, this was incredibly helpful. I have an A7iv but this is still so relevant. The focus modes section was exactly what I've been trying to understand. Thanks Jason!
My Sony a6400 just came in the mail today and I JUST opened it!! It’s charging and once it’s ready I’m going to rewatch your full setup video and this video :D so excited!
Hey Jason. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THESE VIDEOS. I learned SO MUCH in these few minutes vs countless other UA-camrs whom don’t explain the settings or even how to capture the composition. Can’t wait for the next one!
I'm definitely going to use the AF/MF toggle more often when shooting video. As always, great video and thanks for doing these tutorials! Can't wait to watch the rest.
Jason the way you explain tech info combined with stunning imagery to illustrate effects is inspiring. I recently invested in an A6400 and a couple of lenses and refer to your set up and operations guides often.. Much thanks to you and Vanessa. Piece!
I’m so happy I found your channel. Focusing in video mode has been a mystery to me. Thanks for helping clear things up. Keep up with the excellent topics.
Jason, your vids got me off the "Auto" mode. Purchased A6400; Sony's autofocus ... best there is now I understand how to take full advantage of it! thank-you ! got a new subscriber buddy !
Really like your clear presentations. You speak clearly and to the point. I have been using Sony a7 cameras for run and gun production, to compliment our bigger HD video cameras. Thanks for producing these videos.
Super quick &to the point. Thank you & you’ve earned a subscriber! Just got an a7iii after upgrading from a T2 - wish I bought this camera years ago! Looking forward to learning more in your other tutorials!
@@JasonVong Great! When you do come again hope that I can meet you in Japan. Next time please come to Kyoto you will able to take an awesome video for sure.
@@JasonVong Yes! I enjoy using it. Before using the 6400, I used Canon M50. Of course the M50 is much more easier to use. The low light performance of a6400 is much better. And the range of lenses also makes me happier. But of course, it spends me much more time to learn the Sony menu. (Oh! My God!) Anyway, thanks Jason from Hong Kong.
What focus area would you recommend for a 2 person documentary style interview? I am having trouble with the autofocus focusing on one of them and not the other sitting next to them.
Is there a way to make everything in focus with the 16-50mm emount lens? I want to film the road while driving, but need the interior of the car in focus as well...thanks
4:30 is a great tip. like your videos alot. for me withA9 I use touch tracking and go behind the tree then back out and if i do it fast enough it doesn't lose focus. but this is a great idea
Wow! This is by far the best explanation an example I found!! And I went through tons of videos. You’re soo straight to the point I can actually grasp what you’re saying and remember stuff . Most of the other videos give you wayyyy too much info that it throws off the mind and the focus . Great job! I will be subscribing. Excited to learn from you !
Me first time owning A6400 and not knowing anything about old sony cameras, i thought the realtime tracking is the main AF sytem of sony. I was shock when i switch to 120p mode and the real time tracking is not available (I'm used to canon's dual pixel af which always have box to where it is focusing). It's funny because i choose the a6400 over the m50 bacause of the af even in 120fps, I thought i wasn't able to have Af in 120 lmao. Now i know that there is really a focus modes. I'm such a beginner Sony user lol, Thank you.
Thanks Jason! I'm always wondering if I am using the best FOCUS mode while shooting in AF. This really helped me become more confident while choosing a setting....THANKS!!!!
This is so awesome! When you spoke about real-time tracking, I'm realizing that I think the new firmware update has it for A7 III & A7R III. I still have to do my own firmware update so I'm not sure :P
I've just got my A6400 after of several months of saving money!
And this channel (and series) are just what I need to learn and practice!!
Jason, I believe A7III has the tracking function too. Set Center Lock-on AF in Fn button. Start recording and turn it on and tap the screen on the subject you want to track. :) Hope it helps the rest of the A7III users out there.
it does! unfortunately it doesnt work as well as the a9 and a6400
@@JasonVong Yeah :( But better than nothing I guess haha
Thanks for this, as this is also available on a7Riii
@@mikerose4013 No problem, Mike! Glad I'm able to help you :)
Jason Vong Not arguing - just curious. Are there comparisons out there? Is there a drastic difference? I’ve only used A7 iii and A7r iii. Center lock-on has worked really well.
I just did the switch from Canon to Sony and I'm watching all your videos about camera setup, autofocus and lenses suggestion, they are all very helpful, Thank You!
He really is helpful, learned a lot.
I am currently using older Sony cameras.a5000 and a6000 simply cuz it's what I can afford currently however of all the videos I have watched about lenses and focusing and settings. Yours have been the most educational no nonsense and comprehensive for someone like myself who knows nothing about photography. Thank you for your approach and how u have made all aspects of photography make sense without convoluting the subject
You really are clear and concise in your presentation. And you move quickly without a lot of rambling. Much appreciated!
FYI: Sony firmware >v3 also adds the Tracking feature to A7 III and A7R III
Awesome, I was about to ask.
So my face detection settings won't allow me to turn it on it says it is because the file format XAVC 4K so can you not have AF on if you are using the video in 4k?
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Can't wait for more of your tutorials :)
We are half way there! :)
Hey Jason can you please reply to my question right beneath this message
hey sharon, i did!
Jason Vong hi Jason the af isn’t highlighted that’s why I can’t ignore it
Wow, this was incredibly helpful. I have an A7iv but this is still so relevant. The focus modes section was exactly what I've been trying to understand. Thanks Jason!
Jason, this is what I was looking for for more than 1 year. Your Tutorials are FANTASTIC. A BIG "Thank you" from Germany. Stay safe !!
Touch tracking is the most insane feature for me! I wish that my a6300 could have it!
My Sony a6400 just came in the mail today and I JUST opened it!! It’s charging and once it’s ready I’m going to rewatch your full setup video and this video :D so excited!
congrats on the new camera!!
Jason Vong thank you! :) I love it so far but I definitely have a lot of learning to do!
Great video. Quick, concise, and simple. My favorite Sony Reviewer! 🔥🔥🔥🔥
humbling to hear that, thank you thank you
Hey Jason. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THESE VIDEOS. I learned SO MUCH in these few minutes vs countless other UA-camrs whom don’t explain the settings or even how to capture the composition. Can’t wait for the next one!
humbling to hear that! glad you enjoy it!
This is maybe the best video you’ve ever made. Super helpful.
とても素晴らしい
親切な説明です
これからも動画楽しみにしてます。
That’s what I said! Lol jk, hi friend!
I'm definitely going to use the AF/MF toggle more often when shooting video. As always, great video and thanks for doing these tutorials! Can't wait to watch the rest.
Great Video with simple explanation.
Jason the way you explain tech info combined with stunning imagery to illustrate effects is inspiring. I recently invested in an A6400 and a couple of lenses and refer to your set up and operations guides often.. Much thanks to you and Vanessa. Piece!
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After all these years still an amazing video. Thanks brother!
This Video is everything I've been looking for, for my A7III. It was easy to understand. Thank you.
I gotchu man!
Was looking for a video like this for a minute now. Thank you. You explained everything so well. Looking forward to diving into more of your content.
so grateful for every one of your videos! THANK YOU
I’m so happy I found your channel. Focusing in video mode has been a mystery to me. Thanks for helping clear things up. Keep up with the excellent topics.
the c2 focus trick loving it
can you make a video showcasing how to shoot videos with the sigma 16mm 1.4 combined with the a6400 as their is no IBIS and no oss on the sigma!
I used a gimbal back when I was shooting with that combo in Hong Kong
You always have dope videos. Thanks
had my camera for wayyyy to long to not know the difference between these smh
Always well done! This is one of those vids I can watch a couple times since nailing this Sony focus can be a bit complicated.
Free lesson is a real deal sir Jason thanks more power.
Jason, your vids got me off the "Auto" mode. Purchased A6400; Sony's autofocus ... best there is now I understand how to take full advantage of it! thank-you ! got a new subscriber buddy !
Really like your clear presentations. You speak clearly and to the point. I have been using Sony a7 cameras for run and gun production, to compliment our bigger HD video cameras. Thanks for producing these videos.
Traveling to Japan in September to visit my daughter! Hopefully I'll get some great photos and video!
Super quick &to the point. Thank you & you’ve earned a subscriber! Just got an a7iii after upgrading from a T2 - wish I bought this camera years ago! Looking forward to learning more in your other tutorials!
Really good job with the live screen overlays! Not even sure how that's done, but man...super effective way of teaching!
thank u so much. This is the most imformative and clearly explained video of sony autofocus. i was really struggling with it, Thank u !!!
Very helpful, thank you! I was struggling with my autofocus settings until now.
I just bought an upgrade Sony A7Rlll and you helped me understand a few more things. Thanks bro. Subscribing.
nice trick about the center focus!! smart!
Believe me I took 2 hours to complete this 6 minute video..thank you so much !
Glad it helped!
I learned so much! Thank you! ♡
Jason. You are natural actor. Just subscribed your channel
Definitely one of the best tutorial for my A7III. Liked it :)
thank you!
Hi Jason, What about for still photography what would suggest to use?
Yeah, that would be helpful to know as well
Yeah that’s true. Jason would you recommend for still and portraits?
Still in Japan? If you come to Kyoto, Osaka, and Kobe please let me know. It will be awesome if we can meet in Japan.
I was in Japan in April! But I will be back soon :)
@@JasonVong Great! When you do come again hope that I can meet you in Japan. Next time please come to Kyoto you will able to take an awesome video for sure.
Thank pro, good video 👍💖
Million thanks to Jason. Your video helps me a lot in using my new A6400.🙏🏻
hope you're enjoying the a6400! :)
@@JasonVong Yes! I enjoy using it. Before using the 6400, I used Canon M50. Of course the M50 is much more easier to use.
The low light performance of a6400 is much better. And the range of lenses also makes me happier. But of course, it spends me much more time to learn the Sony menu. (Oh! My God!)
Anyway, thanks Jason from Hong Kong.
What focus area would you recommend for a 2 person documentary style interview? I am having trouble with the autofocus focusing on one of them and not the other sitting next to them.
You’re killing it Jason. Loving your content. So on point.
thanks very easy to understand, everyone else makes it so complicated
This the best Tutorial ever❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
agreed
Thanks Jason, Big help with this Sony focus walk through from 2019.
Interestingly, I have the realtime touch focus tracking in my 7 years old NEX-5T. It's such a feature-packed model, ahead of its time!
Is there a way to make everything in focus with the 16-50mm emount lens? I want to film the road while driving, but need the interior of the car in focus as well...thanks
Thanks Jason for this amazing tutorial! Super helpful!
The BESTT 👀🖤 made my life much easier specially with touch tracking
Love your channel Bro, Keep up the awesome work!
Best best best best!!!! Video. Thank you Sir! Now I understand.
Your videos are awesome and worth to watch sir 🙏😀
Thanks Jason this helped me alot you are the best
Thank you so much, this is literally the most easy and so informative 🙌🏽
Awesome video as usual ! Can't wait for the BEST Cinematic Settings and the Gimbal Moves
its gonna be good!!
you always have answer for my every questions in life of Sony Users :) love you so much
Helpful! got a shoot today and really needed these tips!
Couldn’t have ask for more Great tutorial mate thanks. I Own a Sony A6400.
Thanks for producing this excellent video. Packed with helpful tips. It can be quite daunting trying to get up to speed with the Sony focus modes.
New to Sony (Again)
I sure am glad to have you around to make these Videos
best regards, rick
Just bought A7iii and cant thank u enough
Hey mate, a big thumb up! My a6400 feels like a whole new camera with your settings! Thx!👍👍👍
Very useful and thank you jason for the wonderful explanation.
Extremely helpful video!
4:30 is a great tip. like your videos alot. for me withA9 I use touch tracking and go behind the tree then back out and if i do it fast enough it doesn't lose focus. but this is a great idea
awesome! Glad this helped! :)
i do like your videos, well done jason.
Wow! This is by far the best explanation an example I found!! And I went through tons of videos. You’re soo straight to the point I can actually grasp what you’re saying and remember stuff . Most of the other videos give you wayyyy too much info that it throws off the mind and the focus . Great job! I will be subscribing. Excited to learn from you !
Great breakdown of the focus modes what each one does. Really enjoying the course so far 🙌🏻
I forgot to include Dual Pixel AF for you!!! doh!
Jason Vong 😂
Good job Jason, loving your series
thank you
Lifesaver thank you bro!
Such useful tips! Thanks for this series Jason - excited for the rest of the episodes!
Thanks again for sharing your knowledge to all of us hybrid shooters.
all day any day!
Am already doing some cinematic travel videos, but always good to get some tips from you. Especially since I just upgraded to the A7iii.
Me first time owning A6400 and not knowing anything about old sony cameras, i thought the realtime tracking is the main AF sytem of sony. I was shock when i switch to 120p mode and the real time tracking is not available (I'm used to canon's dual pixel af which always have box to where it is focusing). It's funny because i choose the a6400 over the m50 bacause of the af even in 120fps, I thought i wasn't able to have Af in 120 lmao. Now i know that there is really a focus modes. I'm such a beginner Sony user lol, Thank you.
Love it that you made the focus brackets orange. I can't wait until Sony does that!
they technically did! haha I got it from my a7rII
@@JasonVong I'm trying out the Zone Focus Area but am not seeing those orange brackets. Am I missing something?
thanks dude,really helping
Great information. Easy to understand
Love your videos. Just purchased a a7riii and DJI RSC 2. I'll be throwing up some videos. Using your recommendations.
Extremely helpful.
So dope I can't wait for tomorrow!!!
tomorrow's a dense one! the BEST CINEMATIC Settings!!
This is good stuff right here. Thanks for this video Jason. Nice job as always.
thank you Paul!
You have taught me so much! Thank you!
Thanks for the outstanding tutorial.
Great video!!!
awesome job explaining everything! thank you !
Thanks for the vid. It really cleared some of my confusion about using the Sony focussing system.
happy to hear!
So good! Thanks for the tutorial! Can't wait for the next one.
Thanks Jason! I'm always wondering if I am using the best FOCUS mode while shooting in AF. This really helped me become more confident while choosing a setting....THANKS!!!!
Great info Jason. Thanks for all the informative video. This series is coming out great.
woot woot thanks Al!
Really good tutorial Jason! Thanks!
Hey Jason Is there a Mirror mode on Sony A6400 for external monitor?/ Help needed .. Thank you
This is so awesome! When you spoke about real-time tracking, I'm realizing that I think the new firmware update has it for A7 III & A7R III. I still have to do my own firmware update so I'm not sure :P
So a7iii has real time tracking now for sports/ following people?
This is perfect timing! I needed this. Thank you, Jason!
My middle name. Jason PERFECT TIMING Vong
@@JasonVong Hello Jason thanks for ur advices , please could you adress the AF constant pulsing specially when vlogging?
Thanks