Sony A7IV Autofocus - Settings/Modes Explained

#sonya7IV #a7IV #sonyautofocus #a7IVautofocus
In this video, we take a look at the different autofocus settings available for the Sony A7IV.
Let me know what settings you've got for your sony A7IV or any other sony alpha camera in the comments down below!
0:00 Intro - Sony A7IV Autofocus Modes Guide
0:29 Prerequisite - Screen recording and AF-C Mode
0:58 Sony A7IV Autofocus Area - Wide
2:27 Sony A7IV Autofocus Area - Zone
3:22 Sony A7IV Autofocus Area - Center Fix
3:50 Sony A7IV Autofocus Area - Flexible Spot
4:39 Sony A7IV Autofocus Area - Expand Spot
5:11 Sony A7IV Autofocus AF-ON - Eye AF Tip
6:07 Sony A7IV Autofocus Area - Tracking
7:50 Final Thoughts - Sony A7IV Autofocus Modes Guide
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[@teadough]

Couldn’t figure out why I wasn’t getting the focus results I expected. This is my first Sony system and this was SO SO HELPFUL! Thank you!

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Glad it was helpful! ☺️

[@RogueAizenYubel]

I agree...my first camera. Lol

[@joannmoore9374]

I agree! So helpful. It's my first Sony and this is very useful and you explained it so well. Thank you!

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Are you still using it ? Would love to see your work

[@Ureyeuh]

This video was straight to the point, and insanely helpful. Super thankful for this.

[@imaclite]

Great video and I think your the only one who explained Sony focusing perfectly and very easily

[@SohilPandya1]

Thank you! :)

[@angryyogurt373]

Your channel is a gem. Thank you for the clear explanation. Keep up the great work!

[@MiniTruckMatt]

Awesome video. I'm coming from 10 years of Nikon so I knew it would take a second to get used to the new Sony camera. I was pretty sure I knew what was going on in most of these modes, but your video definitely helped clarify a few specific things I didn't realize. Also thanks for keeping the video concise!

[@AlanSteiner]

Super helpful! Hard to find a good video that actually explains the focus options with the clarity you did. Thank you!

[@draganmikki5688]

This is an excellent video, perhaps the best one on A7 IV I have seen so far.

[@michaelwesolowski1065]

Thanks for putting this information together in a concise, real-world, no frills way. First new camera in 13 years and was a little ticked with A7IV kept focusing on wrong subject. Obviously USER ERROR and your vid helped me to see EXACTLY how to get the focus I need in every situation. You da focus man!

[@darryl_young]

Great video. Thank you! I just got an α7 IV - my first Sony - so this was really helpful. Wow, the autofocus is great on this camera!

[@SohilPandya1]

Glad you’re enjoying it. I’m having a lot of fun with this camera too! ☺️

[@markzoel8471]

Nice video again Sohil. Packed with info. Love the press and hold AF ON button tip 👍🏽

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[@antoniomendez2892]

I am grateful for your time and easy explanation. You have make my life easier as I start (novice) photography.

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[@SohilPandya1]

Glad I could help

[@AngelMartinez-ey3hu]

I literally just received my a7iv today. Thank you for the explanation!

[@iamnaveenhere]

Crisp and clear explanation. This is helpful for sure. Thanks Sohil.

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brilliant explanation and demonstration! Thank you so much !

[@billboswell4509]

Great pace and examples. Well done.

[@LordRedfern]

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Super explanation! Very clear! Thanks!

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[@AnkitMohanty]

Total beginner here on mirrorless photography having done years of photography on mobile but oh boy, this video is everything one hopes in an informative video. Kudos man!

[@SohilPandya1]

Great to hear!

[@billlanagan2320]

this was informative and digestible. thank you!

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Best autofocus video. Thanks

[@gerardkelly881]

Very helpful - thank you

[@hugowhatever]

thanks for going though each one. very helpful.

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Great video. Just got the A7 IV. Well explained. I’ll check out the rest of your channel content. Thanks.

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Straight and to the point. Perfect. Thank you kindly good sir. Subbed.

[@henryshugart]

Ok, very helpful.
I've been struggling with out of focus shots with kids sports.
Time to change from wide to tracking mode. Well done and thanks.

[@SohilPandya1]

Thank you for watching. Appreciate it. ☺️

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Great video brother !

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[@DheerajPelluru]

The best explanation of Sony Focus system. Excellent work. Thank you .

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Very succinct and clear explanations. Thanks!

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[@lagomholly]

Super helpful video and simply explained. Thank you!!😊

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So simply described... Just bought Sony A7IV... Going to set it.. Thanks

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I'm new into Sony and this is the video I needed. Thanks so much!

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[@elizaporterphotography]

exactly the video I was looking for. Thank you!

[@magiphone]

Great information, I’ve set it to tracking expanded. Thanks again!

[@CityWalks]

This is great. Just got my A7iv and it's my first new cam since A7sii. Very helpful. -H

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Easy to understand and super informative 🤘

[@SohilPandya1]

Thank you Sagar!

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Thank. Great tips 👍

[@CallMeHarris]

outstanding -- thank you Sohil

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Thank you so much Sohil, for a wonderful informative video on AF

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Nice work! Appreciated very much.

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[@saribishop]

🙏🏻 gracias!

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[@rod383]

Awesome review brother! I film underwater and my subjects are constantly moving as you expect. I'll give the 'tracking' a go tonight and see how it works 🤙

[@dotward8602]

Very helpful - many thanks Sohil

[@SohilPandya1]

Glad you enjoyed the video

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Thanks Simon

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Thank you for that very easy to understand explanation of the different focus areas. I just had that, "Ah-haaa" moment...and a sudden craving for curry chicken. Thank you, Sohil.

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The content in this video is amazing! Easy to understand and concise. Thank you so much, truly from the heart.

[@SohilPandya1]

You're very welcome!

[@EliasSix]

Very useful video! I've been looking for the main differences between the current Eye AF systems and this helped a lot in understanding the Sony part of the comparison.
One question that wasn't explicitly mentioned in the video: you say around 7:35 that the tracking will turn on Eye AF as soon as it recognises a person, but does it do the same thing with animals and birds? Or do you need to be in the other AF Modes for that?
Thank you for your reply!

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thank you for the video brother

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Thanks for watching! ☺️

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I never comment on TH-cam videos as I watch on my TV but I opened this video on my phone just so I could thank you for doing an absolutely perfect break down of this topic! Bravo!!❤

[@SohilPandya1]

Very kind of you! Thank you 🙏

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Well explained. I've subscribed. It is well explained I've also got Information with Mark Galer, Gemini, Gary Friedman and others. What I've found it can take me awhile before the penny drops
So Ive been following Sony users. This does not stop me following other people with other camera brands as most things can be done with any camera.
Cheers

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Very helpfull!

[@SohilPandya1]

Thank you!

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[@Jim_Mundy]

Very helpful. Struggling with focus on my A7iv. Thanks!

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Glad, it helped!

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