5 Reasons to Buy a Sony A7 Today - Medium Format on a Budget!

Its been almost three years since I published my review of the Sony A7 as the cheapest way to full frame video. But to this day I still get asked about what I think about it as a stills camera.
Here are five reasons to why I like it.

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(I updated the title to "2018", all the reasons still stands imo. Even with the release of the A7iii. Besides, Ive seen the A7 for $350 now.. crazy!)

Music:
"Their Story, Them Seeing”,”We Will Be”, Puddle of Infinity

[gearreallydoesntmatter]

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[UtaDaniel]

I really like your videos. They seem to calm me down and inspire me to get out and just shoot and enjoy photography. You should upload more often.

[rishimakhanlal]

You always inspire me to keep shooting and worry less about gear. That's what photography is all about. Many youtubers don't get that.

[anttiheik]

"Warning, this video contains opinions" 😂😂😂

[Thejohnventura]

The music you chose for this video... it’s perfect for it! I was so relaxed 😳🙌🏽

[TimK-]

There's one problem that I have with all your videos. It's that you are a great photographer, and I truly believe that you can make any camera look great. Even if you had an old disposable film camera, you would be able to convince me that I should go out and get one. Your photos look like what I always wish I took. But I truly appreciate your work and videos. You show that it's not the camera, so much as it is the photographer, just as a great author doesn't write a better novel, just because they use a "better" typewriter.

[gearreallydoesntmatter]

A lot of people ask about the $500 price tag. Don't worry, this is an old video. Today they are $350 used in stores with warranty.

[jameswburke]

Fabulous camera. Focus peaking is great for older manual lenses. Exposure comp is handily placed. Main menu items are accessed via Fn button. Once you set it up, you just change aperture, speed and ISO easily. I use vintage Pentax, Olympus Zuiko and other lenses on my A7. Great carry camera as it is small.

[teemohnay]

Great video! I still shoot with mine professionally! This camera is more than powerful enough to achieve any kind of creative ideas that you may have for both photo and video. After all, it's what's behind the camera that matters most! Cheers!!!

[KarismaRay]

The grandness of your advertising voice-the music-the photos!! They all keep me coming back to watch this!! I love it

[MrBigKid]

I still use my A7 A LOT! Between it's size, electronic viewfinder and build quality... It's a winner for me. Going on 3 years now using it, and loving it more than ever.

[Gleepicus]

Well, that was a surprise. Sitting around and watching random clips on youtube and suddenly seeing pictures from you hometown swish by. Made me watch more. Liked what I saw. Keep up the good work.
Och höll mig till engelska så att inte nån stackare blir förvirrad ;)

[jenethompsonart]

I just purchased this baby and can’t wait to get my hands on it! I currently have the Sony a6500 and it is a beast! I’m pretty sure I will be more than happy with this.

[Zzzsamzzz]

I bought this camera after watching your video and i have had many beautiful memories catched already. A huge compliment to your video making skills. Your videos (and pictures) have a vibe to it that makes them so pleasing to watch. Amazing!

[Rielestkid]

By far my favorite part of this video was the dog. Dogs are always the first test subjects for new lenses lol.

[eddienavas]

I am on my second A7 body and STILL loving it. Still shoots amazing Stills and I still think it's 1080P video is very good. I've since grabbed a 4K camera as well but still shoot video with the A7 fairly often. Still own 0 FE lens too, mostly Sigma Art Lens E mounts and a PILE of old Minolta Maxxum 35mm AF lens from the 1990's aka Sony A mount which are pretty inexpensive. The LA-EA4 adapter is a bit pricey but I think it was well worth its price.

[-joedal-]

the music is fantastic. Yet another great review ^^

[synonomike]

Nice video man... was thinking of purchasing the A7ii but not keen on the expense as I'm new to the camera world. I think the A7 is a clear choice 🙏🏻

[JayTsTech]

Mere hours after the announcement of the GH7 and here i am to say that even after 7 years, this video looks more pleasing than anything ive seen from those reviewers that are showing off the GH7

[pizvi]

i love that warning in the begining of video :3 "this video contains opinion"