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| sent on 16 Dicembre 2025
Pros: Very workable file, excellent autofocus, top machine customization
Cons: fun factor, low resolution display, articulating display, viewfinder can be improved
Opinion: I bought the Sony A7 IV in November 2022, so after more than two years of use I think it's time to take stock. I have used it in practically all photographic genres, except for birdlife, and also for videos, especially during travels and holidays. I start with the so-called "defects", if they can be defined as such. I come from an A7 III, so the generational leap has been felt. The change has taken place mainly for the electronic viewfinder and the display. The EVF has improved significantly, while the display remains one of the weak points: under direct sunlight it is difficult to read and the resolution is quite low, especially when compared to lower-end cameras such as the Fuji X-E4, which offers a much more defined screen. Also, I don't particularly like the new articulation system, I preferred the previous one. As for the autofocus, I have never encountered any problems - it is fast, reliable and very accurate. Honestly, it's hard to ask for more in this respect. The only real "drawback", if you will, is the fun factor. The A7 IV is extremely effective, almost surgical. However, also owning a Fuji, I realized that I have more fun with the latter: perhaps for the film simulations, perhaps for the better display that returns a more faithful preview of the shot. With Sony, sometimes, the photo on the screen seems out of focus due to low definition, while once on the PC it looks perfect. That said, if I am looking for an operational, reliable and "glove-like" machine, Sony remains unbeatable. One of the aspects I appreciate most is the extreme customization: everything is configurable, there are four rings (which become five with lenses equipped with an aperture ring) and this guarantees great operational speed. I am not a professional, but an evolved amateur; When I photograph events, I often work in a frenetic way and frequently switch between photos and videos. Having a machine set to the millimeter is a guarantee of speed and efficiency. Video chapter: 4K 60p with crop can be seen as a limitation, but in practice it is absolutely manageable. It all depends on the type of use. On the road I never perceived real limitations. As for logs and color profiles, I personally find them unnecessary if you don't have specific professional needs: they only complicate the workflow. Recording in standard mode already achieves excellent dynamic range. In conclusion, after more than four years of using the Sony system, I don't feel any real need to change camera bodies due to shortcomings or limitations, something I had felt with the A7 III. For me the Sony A7 IV is still widely promoted with flying colors. I hope this review can be helpful to someone. Hello! |
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