Sony A7 IV Beginners Guide - Set-Up, Menus, & How-To Use the Camera
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- In this highly detailed beginner oriented tutorial I will show you everything you need to know about the Sony A7 IV.... Navigation links below and please feel free to ask questions. Thanks for watching, Jay
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VIDEO NAVIGATION:
- Intro: 0:00
- Charging the Battery: 0:49
- Camera Body Overview: 2:59
- Mounting a Lens: 8:12
- Camera On First Time Set-up: 9:08
- Full Auto Default Camera Usage: 10:13
- Function Menu: 15:07
- Drive Mode: 15:10
- Focus Mode (C3): 16:32
- Focus Area (C2):18:34
- Full Auto Video: 19:11
- Program Auto: 21:10
- White Balance (C1): 21:16
- ISO: 22:03
- Focus Area (C2): 22:28
- Garbage Can = Touch Operation On/ Off (C4): 24:34
- Metering Modes: 24:48
- Creative Look: 26:27
- Image Quality Settings: 27:00
- Record Media Settings (Dual Slot Raw/ JPeg Usage): 27:19
- Touch To Track/ Focus Button Explained: 28:15
- Sports = Focus Area/ Expand Flexible Spot: 29:47
- Aperture Priority Mode: 31:25
- Shutter Priority Mode: 33:00
- Manual Mode: 34:25
- Bulb Mode: 36:03
- Playback Menu: 37:29
- Menu System - Video vs Photo: 39:26
- Drive Mode/ Bracketing Settings: 40:00
- Menu System Breakdown (Photo Mode): 40:58
- My Menu: 41:22
- Shooting: 42:37
- Image Quality: 42:46
- Media: 47:20
- File (Change file/ folder names): 48:01
- Shooting Mode: 49:31
- USB Streaming: 50:32
- Drive Mode: 51:02
- Bracketing Settings: 51:10
- Interval Shooting (Time-Lapse): 51:31
- Shutter/ Silent: 52:35
- Image Stabilization: 54:14
- Zoom: 55:10
- Shooting Display: 55:33
- Exposure/ Color: 56:04
- Exposure: 56:06
- ISO Auto Min. SS: 56:14
- Exposure Comp: 58:43
- Metering: 58:56
- Flash: 59:37
- White Balance: 59:57
- Color/ Tone: 1:00:44
- Focus AF/MF: 1:01:42
- Playback: 1:08:40
- Network: 1:11:44
- Edit Device Name: 1:14:18
- Setup: 1:14:31
- Menu in Video Mode: 1:15:56
- Screen Reader (Visually impaired): 1:20:32
- Customizing the Camera: 1:22:47
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I agree with you, the a7 IV is my first interchangeable lens camera and all the tutorials I had seen, had me overwhelmed because I'm a beginner; all I've had before were point and shoot cameras, like my Sony RX100 M5, that I would only use in auto. Now that I've seen your video, I feel confident enough to get the camera out of the box, where it's been sitting since December 23rd, along with the 70-200 GM M2 lens, and finally switch from my RX100 to my new a7 IV. Thank you for this beginners tutorial 👍 You were right, beginners, sometimes actually do, start with advanced cameras like this one 👌
same here
Same bro..
this begginer tutorial very helpful to me.
Just picked one up myself!!!
Couldn't agree with you more!
1000%
After dreaming of this camera for two full years, I finally ordered it yesterday, and I can't tell you HOW MUCH I love this guide. It's so clear, easy to understand, so positive and open-minded! Usually, these guides are full of technical jargon, go way too fast and make me feel really stupid. Yours is borderline therapeutic. :D
So thank you so, so much for making this! I can't wait to get started with my dream camera.
Great to hear, and enjoy your new awesome camera :)
Jason, How do you thank a person who shares so much knowledge with others for free? I think I can't enough. The real power of this platform is people like you. cheers.
Because of your ability to explain everything in such an easy way and to put it in context with examples, this was not just a Sony A7 IV beginners guide but also a photography beginners guide! :) Thank you for that. I'll be coming back to this video for sure.
Thank you :)
I will buy one only because of this tutorial. God Damn I’m sold 😅
By far, the best video covering the features and functions of the A7IV. I’ve had the A7IV for over a year now and this video has enlightened me to so many features I was not aware of. Thank you for this extensive explanation.
Glad it was helpful Mark and thank you for the kind words :) I have several more videos on the A74 as well if you would like to check them out here: th-cam.com/play/PL3SqIRuKwn7_8Gz9Cn_nReK4xol7KLVm7.html
I bought one and I’m not a professional.
Not a beginner to photo/ film, but my first time owning a Sony from a Canon user for many years. So thank you!
yo wtf everything about this video was done extremely well. perfect coverage, perfect pace, perfect structure. thank you.
I got my A7IV today, this video has been so useful, thanks 😁😁
Glad it helped!
Amazing! The a7IV is my first camera and you helped me go from feeling powerless and nervous to powerful and calm. Thank you Jay!
You're very welcome and I am very happy to hear that :) Thank you as well ;)
You deserve a gold medal for this. I’ve watched many tutorials about the A7IV. This one by far is the best.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks for your effort... this is very helpful. I am a photography mentor. This video had refreshed my understanding about Sony Camera settings and menus.
You're very welcome!
I grabbed the a7iv v2 a few weeks ago, switching from Nikon. Even though I've been a pro for years, I still appreciated this guide.
Very articulate, a treasure for beginners entering the beautiful field of photography. Thank you Mr.Hermann for your valuable guidance. All the way from India. 🇮🇳
You are very welcome
@6:17 , you just saved me from a heart attack, took the camera just out of the box and heard the rattling noise😮😮, OMG, thank you for explaining all the simple things...❤
Thanks for the most complete guide to the a7IV menu system. I am an advanced Sony user (a7rIII, a6500, a7IV) and I still got a lot from your guide. I think this would also be an awesome tutorial for a newbie photographer because of all the exposure and focusing info. Great job! 2 thumbs up!
Great guide! Jumping up from Sony a6100 to A7 IV, getting all these new features is crazy. The guide gave me excellent overview of the functions and being already familiar with sony, I got my camera pretty much setup watching the guide.
Cant thank you enough man... I just love the internet and people like you who do this for free and just want to help people. You rock my dude !!!
Thanks :)
Jason, What a great guide for the A7iv. Just spend this afternoon working my way through every setting with your kind assistance. I really appreciated your pace, detailed explanations and approach. many thanks.
Thank you so much for this beginner guide, now it's my third week of getting this camera, and I am still replaying your video again & again. It's SO USEFUL. I love how you construct your video into different parts, so that I can learn a bit and then practise in real life, and then go back to continue.
Took me 2 weeks to get through this video taking notes!
Just switched from a Nikon to the a7iv and this was easily the best video I've found to walk through this. Well done.
As an almost absolute beginner , thank you for making this :)
You're very welcome!
You r the real MVP. I’m a seasoned photographer/videographer and just switched from Nikon to Sony. This Vid lister ally has given me everything I need to feel confident with the switch. I can hit the ground running! I’m not even finished watching yet…
I scanned the QR code for the manual and at the same time searched for a beginner's guide here and basically have almost no need for a manual (for now). This video was absolutely phenomenal, covered so much in a solid amount of time, and I feel ~85% better equipped to start using this beast. I don't typically like a whole lot of videos on here, but this one is going down as a 'Love' (but I'm also liking it too). Thank you for this!
30 minutes in and I feel so enlightened :) Thank you so much for this thorough and well-thought guide!
Just got 1 today for a great deal. My first camera 😊
I’m a beginner . First camera ever so I do appreciate this video 😃
i read a whole 400 sheet book about this camera and watched a lot of videos. but in your video i found still some aha moments and not know tricks! just great!
Jason, this was great! Thank you for taking the time to create this very comprehensive guide. You are incredible. Can't wait to watch more of your incredible videos.
im a beginner and that's the first camera I decided to buy.. I always want the best !
Very helpful and easy to watch! Have a blessed day
Hello Jason,
I'm super grateful for people like you on TH-cam. I especially want to throw a mighty big thanks out to you for answering specific questions and that have helped with me setting up my camera though I am a beginner.
I appreciate that!
My Master Teacher, thanks so much for this guide. I just bought A7 iv and I'm also novice in photography. This will help me so much.
Such an awesome, clear and helpful video - thank you!
You're very welcome :)
Whew! A little fast, but extremely helpful...especially for people like me who are totally converting from YEARS of exclusive Canon use to all Sony. Great vid and answered a LOT of my confusion!👍!
Believe me, this is the slower speaker that I found.
Working at 6:53. My parents are very proud of you
Thanks for the video ❤️
What an amazing video! I’m about to buy my first Sony camera and I’ve been watching this video for when the time comes and is so well explained that makes me feel confident to start the journey. Thank you
Glad it was helpful :) Thanks for the kind words as well!
Jason, this was great! Thanks for taking the time to create this very comprehensive guide. I appreciate your pacing and accessible approach. Just got the A7IV and this has been very helpful.
You're very welcome and I'm glad you enjoyed the tutorial Dan :)
just upgraded from my a6000 to A7IV yesterday , totally overwelmed with the new functionalities and design, so very happy with this 'beginner guide' thanks!
I have decades of experience in photography including pro grade cameras and I find it useful to review videos like this when getting a new camera to familiarize myself with it quicker. I sold my Nikon kit that included a couple D800E's and about $30K in glass a while back in anticipation of moving to Sony mirrorless and the A7 IV will be my first full frame mirrorless -- ordered a couple days ago and I should have it in a couple days. I generally do landscape with a bit of wildlife and architecture (abandoned buildings etc.) so the A7R V will likely be the second body when that stops.
Same. This is my first mirrorless camera as well and I’ve only used canon for photography and now moving to Sony so this was super helpful. I found myself reaching for buttons that were in a different place 😂😂😂
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Fanatic teaching, is the best by far actually I bought my a7 IV in May of this year,however,I had to send it back because it was not focusing.Thank you so much for your tutorial i really appreciate it.
This is my first camera ever... Bought it yesterday
BIG THANKS for this tutorial, I just got today the a7iv and I am an absolute beginner so this was SO helpful! I am not even half done with the tutorial and just wanted to pause it for a second and leave a comment about how happy and how much valuable info you provided with this video! big fan of your channel already
You're very welcome Carlos and thank you for the kind words :)
First cam ever, this tutorial was sooooo needed. Thanks!
all you need to know in one place. awesome job........i will be coming back to this video maybe 100 times :)
Just bought my a7iv and i just love how much I've learn about this particular camera and general photography works. Thank you so much.
Hi Jason, I bought the ZV-1 after watching your excellent beginners guide on it, I am now stepping up to the A7 iv. Once again you've produced a FANTASTIC beginner's guide video. The way you explain things for people like me who are in no way "professional" photographer's is absolutely brilliant. Thank you very much for taking the time to make this video, not just for experienced photographer's but for us beginner's as well. Wonderfully explained as always. Now subscribed !! Thanks again from London UK
I started with the ZV-1 also! Waiting to pick up the A7 in two days
Me too, and got the same lens
Went the same exact route! Hahahaa got my A7 IV two days ago but with work I haven’t been able to do much yet, very excited however
Just got mine today, not a pro but your videos helps a ton! Thank you for sharing your knowledge!
Have fun!
Currently looking at the a7iv as my first videography camera. This video was incredibly thorough and helpful!
Thank you very much Jason, your calm voice and so pedagogic approach are a pleasure to learn!!
Great video. Thank you, Jason! My first Sony - the α7 IV - was just delivered and while I’m waiting for the 35mm 1.8 to be delivered, I’m enjoying learning all about the camera with your videos. Thank you for all the hard work.
Awesome to hear and thanks for sharing Darryl ;)
So incredibly thorough and helpful for a new photographer. Thank you so much!
thank you very much , thanks to this tutorial , i have learned a lot of new things . Wishing you much health and happiness!
Thanks Jason, this has been really useful. I got my A7 IV last week.
Thanks for a great video. I've had this great camera for a year now and learned many new things from this video. I appreciate your work!
This video made the initial experience with my A7 IV that much better. Many thanks from an inexperienced photographer.
Glad it helped!
❤❤❤ Excellent Info. Thank you so much for all the in depth features.
I got a lot out of this video, having just bought an A7iv. Thanks a lot for the clear explanation and for breaking things down. I've changed a lot of the settings based on your recommendations 😊
Such a well made video. Definitely will be helping me on my journey with the camera. It arrives in 2 days, to say I'm excited would be an understatement! cheers!
Great tutorial! Just recently picked up the A7IV after coming from Canon. Thoroughly and clearly explained.
Impressive breakdown, really detailed.
I bought the Sony A7R5 and I appreciate this video. I'm new to digital cameras.
Thank you so much. I spent 3 almost days to learn the a7iv while watching your well-explained video. Subscribed 😍
90 minute video and no related food videos or photos.
Thanks for your content.
R U disappointed? I don't usually include to many photos with the beginners guides ...
Was very informational and helpful! Thank you! 🙂
Thank you for this useful video . It’s another world for me after years of being a cannon user .
hi im a camera noob i have been working with a canon 600d on full auto for 6 years now and i just think the quality doesnt always do justice to my creativity so i really look forward to buying this camera with the sigma 24-70 lenses and start a video journey also photographs and with this camera i will obviously learn how to operate iso aperture and all that, im gonna watch this video now, im still saving for it but im gonna get it! i fell in love with the fx3 but this also creates good image and its also more suitable for pictures thanks a lot!
Wonderful video sir , hats off thank you for sharing your knowledge regarding this great camera…I loved it …❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Thank you for this helpful video. You’re the best!!
I am now retired and thought I would take up birdwatching. I have had SLR cameras from Canon and Nikon before, but the programmable options from my Sony A7Riv I find REALLY INTIMIDATING! The plethora of programmable options isn't helped by the fact there isn't a manual with the camera that I can leaf through. I have looked at Amazon for Sony A7iv camera manuals, but the choice is very limited right now, July 2022. Additionally, the online tutorials for birdwatching settings are done mainly through the MENU, rather than through a mode specific dial. With my Nikon or Canon SLRs, I could easily set ISO, aperture, shutter speed. However, as I mentioned, with the Sony A7iv, I have to go into settings and or remember what I have done in the menu. I am now 76 and this camera is really making me feel my age!
Outstanding report. You have a wonderful knack for making the difficult manageable. I applaud you for that. Thank you for the tutorial on this amazing camera.
This is exactly what I was looking for. Just got my A7iv yesterday, first new camera in about 10 years after using a Canon and a Sony Handycam. So even though I'm not a total newb to cameras, I'm a newb to this camera. I wish I'd watched it before doing anything because the charging port was not obvious. Going to watch every second, follow along, and probably watch again. Thank you!
Thank you for this video, thinking of getting this camera and felt a little intimidated on all its features. You explained it all so well and at a great pace, thought an hour long video was going to be lots of info to process but you made it really easy to understand and grasp.
Glad it was helpful and thanks for the kind words Gabriela :)
appreciate the video, have never had a nice camera, just picked this one up today. have no idea how to use it
Best tutorial, i will save it for the future, thank you so much for putting this together
You're very welcome!
As a beginner to photography who recently purchased this camera, I want to thank you! Your tutorial was exceptional, and I've gained a lot of knowledge from it!
You're very welcome!
Hey Jason, A7 iV was my first DSLR and you killed it in this video. THANK YOU.
Wow! Thank you for taking the time to make such an easy to understand video. It covered everything! Im so much more knowledgeable about this camera. 👏🏼👏🏼
Every second of this video if so helpful. Thanks a lot!
This camera is AMAZING, I'm loving it! I am typically an Auto Video shooter and looking to get more into all the features so I love hearing all the info!
Awesome and thanks for the comments!
Amazing, great tutorial, step by step. Thanks a lot for your help.
You are very welcome!
Thank you! Appreciate you sharing your knowledge as I am new to this. Wanted a camera to grow with and your video helped me get off to a good start.
I just wanted to thank you for this detailed guide. I'm not new to cameras, I own a Nikon since two years now. But this is infact my second camera I ever owned and so I'm completely new to Sony. So even though I know my Nikon camera in and out, I had to start from 0 with Sony again (controls, menu, etc). This guide really helped me out.
Awesome training video.....thank you for putting this together! Well done!
Massively appreciated as the beginner your referenced - thank you! Brilliantly done. So valuable.
Glad it was helpful David :) And thanks for the kind words...
Another outstanding session and thank you Jason
It’s ppl like you who are the most awesome thanks so much for this video
Thanks so much for your effort in explaining and showing me this video. Makes using the A7 IV a lot more easier.
You're very welcome and thank you for the kind comments Gallitron ;)
Excellent video Jason and a great introduction into the world of photography. 🙌
Amazing vid, I'm looking forward to getting this camera very soon.
This is just what I needed, clear concise instructions at a pace I can follow. Thank you so much
Glad it was helpful Barry ands thanks for the comments!
Thank you very, much soo helpful!!
I was so frustrated before watching this amazing vedio thanks a lot
Super knowledgeable and in depth review for beginners, I 100% agree with other comments saying good things about you and this video, thank you and I am happy to subscribe and looking forward for more content.
I appreciate that!
The best video tutorial I’ve seen, thanks 🙌🏻
We went straight from iPhone streaming to this camera. So you’re correct. Complete beginner here.
Best introduction to the camera on the Internet.. thank you
Thank you very much Greg :)
Fantastic video. Thanks for taking the time to make this! You really helped me feel more confident and in control of my new camera!
You're very welcome!