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Thanks although 9 years ago I have a A7 and just bought a used LA-EA 4 and this opens up a very cheap way of using My Minolta film lenses instead of expensive Sony FE one
Awesome video. I love that you aren't intently focused on the negatives. I'm about to purchase this second hand from mpb and ive been very nervous about it. I was torn between the 70-300mm tamron and this being that on mpb they are very close in price. I love doing street photography so the 24mm was calling to me. Bur me and my dad do wildlife photography together so I was looking at the 300mm because of the slight extended range. But after watching this the places we go for wildlife the zoom on this is pretty decent for that range. Where as I think the 70 mm on the 70-300mm is abit to much of a zoom to use for street. And the lens would be abit long for taking people pictures. So yeah I'm sold now
I got the Zeiss with my A7iii about 2 years ago. I liked it from the beginning! But then, I read the numerous negative reviews and my doubts started... I searched for som alternatives, and even found it in a range of Samyang Primes (18mm 1.8, 35mm 2.8 (pancake) and 50mm 1.4. (I already owned the Sony 85mm 1.8). And it is great to work with Primes, it felt like a relief not to need to think also of your zoom setting while photographing...!! But I missed the versability. So back to the Zeiss 24-70. I still liked it so much, especially the build quality and 'design', I even bought it's (somewhat more expensive) sister: the Zeiss 16-35mm f/4. We are going to Norway for some days, I leave the Primes home, only the two Zeiss lenses are in my bag, and yes... the 35mm pancake of course! Great for some street photography! So thanks for this review, it has given me somewhat more confidence about the Zeiss!!
The regular Sony stick on grip (GR2) doesn't impact on the pocketability like the one you have. I reckon that a user should either use Auto or do a lot of reading (and get some good reading glasses if they need help). Its a great camera if you learn the features.
The JJC extension grip, (9:43), seems it would off more substantial purchase than the adhesive press on. It can be screwed on and off because it threads into the mounting thread also, making it more modular when you want to put it away. I’d take the size trade myself that comes with the better grip.
I've had the 3, 4, 6 and now the 7. Every time I've sold it because I felt I shouldn't have 2 different cameras. Every time I've regretted the decision and bought the new model. This camera is awesome for street photography and multi day trekking holidays.
secured red dot position on the speeds dial is automatic A mode (aperture priority) when the meetering prism is used. Round dot without exposure lock, square dot with exposure lock
Thank you for the video. I want to buy a second camera for my Lumix GH-6. Including for outdoor use and travel. After watching your video, I almost definitely decided that this is the one I need. The only thing that confuses me is the thought that Panasonic, after having already introduced phase detection autofocus into its new products, will release a modification of the same camera with a new autofocus. Or is the speed of this autofocus quite enough for street tasks? On the GH-6, autofocus doesn't always suit me. Thanks again.
I was one of those, “never a MFT camera!” Folks. I always figured with that size sensor that pics will look like some 2006 mobile phone camera. I usually shoot with a Leica TL2 but I wanted to add a second camera to the collection and the Lumix GX85 caught my attention since the price new was unbeatable with 2 included lenses. Then I saw it said micro four thirds sensor. Totally took the wind out of my sails. Lost all interest. I wrestled with the idea of that lumix camera for a few months because the price was unbeatable. I figured worst to worst I can just return it back if it’s that bad. So I ended up buying the GX85 kit and my biggest regret was that I didn’t give MFT a chance sooner. Picture quality is beyond my expectations with a clear, beautiful photo but it doesn’t have that fake and overprocessed look like many new cameras in 2024 do. I did add a Lumix 20mm 1.7 since I mostly shoot primes. All I can say is I turn on the L monochrome with that lens…the heavens open up and the angels start singing. The BW on the lumix is no joke. I’ve read a few times that Leica helped create the L monochrome profiles, which wouldn’t be too far fetched considering their alliance. Honestly, since getting the Lumix my Leica has just sat in its bag and rarely ever gets used anymore. That’s how much I enjoy this camera. I’d imagine that the GX9 would be along the same lines and experience of use. If there’s anyone else out there on the fence about giving micro four thirds a try, don’t even hesitate to pick one up! Great video and thanks for sharing it with us!
In American English, 'spoiled' is the more commonly used spelling, while in British English, 'spoilt' is more common. However, both spellings are considered correct and interchangeable.
Shoot it at wider aperture and faster shutter speed. Those mft lenses will begin to refract after about f8 due to aperture and the sensor size. You can shoot a stop or two further open than you are used to without losing depth of field and your images will be razor sharp. Mft lenses tend to peak around 5.6 for sharpness. Nice video epic drone footage. Cool hike.
Thanks for showing the comparison of focal range from 24-200. A lot of reviewers don’t show the comparison so it’s hard to gauge how much zoom it has by just the numbers
I have the zeiss 24-70 f4, and I love it for all the reasons ghat you have mentioned, I have been shooting with Zeiss since the mid '80s, Contax Zeiss, and have adapted all yo my Sonys
I plan to get A7RV with Tamron 50-400mm F4.5-6.3 (crop 2X to 800mm), should I pair it with a Sony 14mm F1.8 (crop to 28mm F3.6 DOF) or 12-24mm F4 as ultrawide and everyday lens if I use them mainly for photo and for video mainly with Panasonic HC-X1500 25-600mm camcorder? I was deciding between these and Loawa 10-18, Sigma 14-24 F2.8, Sony 16-35 F4 PZ, Tamron 17-50 F4 and Sony 20 F1.8 but I think >=30mm can covered with few steps back on the tele Lena's 50mm, F2.8 is just slight better than F4 hence better get faster lens if I really need that, 17&16mm aren't wide enough for indoor, this is why I reduced to these 2 options, but will Sony update the 12-24mm F4 soon? The Power Zoom is tempting but is it essential or any of these even the fix lens can do dolly zoom just fine? And can I set profile for each lens so the pic&vid took by the golden look Tamron lenses and cooler look Sony lenses will look consistent? 14mm is better with the A7RV's cropped 4K60 with active stabilisation?
I really like this camera and recommend it. I has the sensor of it's bigger brother the RX10-4. If anyone gets I recommend at least one spare battery, tiny camera, equals tiny battery; and maybe 2. just in case. And last but not least, get the plastic grip, it costs like $20. I am mystified why Sony does not include the grip for such an expensive camera.
i have been a lumix user for the last 10 years. my daily carry is the gx9 with the leica 15mm f1.7 lens. also use the leica 25mm f1.4 on the gx9 which is a stunning 50mm equivalent in the micro 4/3 system , a great travel combo !!! zen billings in canada
