Why I Chose Sony Full Frame (Sony A7IV) over Canon/Panasonic - My whole Journey!

📹 Welcome to my channel! In this video, I take you through my journey from filming with a smartphone to upgrading to a full-frame camera, specifically the Sony A7IV. Join me as I share the considerations and thoughts that led me to this choice, and why intensive research and planning are crucial when making such decisions. (*) As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. 🎥 Equipment Used (Amazon US Affiliate Links (*)): Sony A7IV with Kit Lens: https://amzn.to/3XB4RuF Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary Sony FE: https://amzn.to/3LSr6cV RØDE VideoMicro II: https://amzn.to/47O7Cir 🎥 Equipment Used (Amazon DE Affiliate Links (*)): Sony A7IV with Kit Lense: https://amzn.to/3PQsLze Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary Sony FE: https://amzn.to/3RQCl6X Rode VideoMicro Gen 1: https://amzn.to/3RvDyjB 🎶 Background Music: All music and sound effects I used in this video are from epidemicsound. Get your free trail periode right here with my referral link (*): https://share.epidemicsound.com/0cn9fy 🔗 Links to my favorite YouTube camera enthusiasts, who inspired me and I have been subscribed to for years: @PeterMcKinnon @mattih @PotatoJet @MarkBennettCameraCrisis @geraldundone - thank you so much for your awesome content! 🔗 Links to the mentioned websites: https://electronics.sony.com/ https://shop.panasonic.com/products/s5m2-full-frame-mirrorless-camera-body https://www.usa.canon.com/shop/p/eos-r6-mark-ii https://www.atomos.com/explore/ninja/ https://www.sonycreativesoftware.com/catalyst 💡 I'll also discuss the importance of considering your use case when selecting a camera. Do you really need a dedicated camera, or is your smartphone sufficient for capturing those precious moments? 🔍 After extensive research, I initially considered Canon and Sony options, including the Sony ZV-1, known for its compact size and impressive 4K quality. But as my skills evolved, I yearned for more control and better quality, leading me to explore full-frame options. 💭 Delving into the full-frame realm, I considered the Canon EOS R6 Mark II, but concerns about compatibility and functionality for videos pushed me back to Sony. The vast lens selection and third-party options drew me further into the Sony full-frame range. 🎥 Join me as I navigate through the Sony A7 series, A7R series, and A7S series, each offering unique features tailored to different needs in photography and videography. 📌 Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 2:04 - The selection of Cameras, is your phone enough? 3:55 - Sony ZV-1 Point & Shoot for Videos? 5:59 - I almost bought the Sony A6400 APS-C, but... 6:45 - Canon or Sony: Full Frame OR maybe Panasonic? 8:30 - Canon EOS R6 Mark II - Top Notch? 11:06 - Sony A7-Series a brief overview (A7R vs. A7S) 12:02 - The Sony A7IV - Resolution, Stabilization, Features, Colors and much more! 16:11 - Finally: Why I chose the Sony A7IV! 18:16 - Would I replace it for video with another cam? 19:17 - Outro and thank you so much for watching! 👍 If you find this video entertaining or insightful, I'd greatly appreciate your support with a like and subscription. Your engagement helps me continue creating content and growing the channel. 🌟 Thank you for being part of our community. Stay tuned for more tech and camera content, and remember to cherish those memories, no matter the equipment you use. See you in the next one! (*) Links in this description marked as Affiliate or Referral may earn me a commission from qualifying purchases. If you click on these links and make a purchase, I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Your support enables me to continue providing valuable content, but the choice of where to make your purchase is entirely up to you. Thank you for your support!