"Electronic First Curtain Shutter" versus "Silent Shutter" modes.
Aug 27, 2015 18:53:20 #
Can anyone clarify for me the practical differences in image quality between "Electronic First Curtain Shutter" and "Silent Shutter" modes on the Sony A7R II? Are there any hidden pitfalls in using silent shutter mode?
Aug 27, 2015 19:44:32 #
Lupin wrote:
Can anyone clarify for me the practical differences in image quality between "Electronic First Curtain Shutter" and "Silent Shutter" modes on the Sony A7R II? Are there any hidden pitfalls in using silent shutter mode?
I have a Lumix GX7 that has a silent mode which is the electronic shutter and it really is silent. When taking a picture of hummingbirds when they are moving they get pretty distorted, think they call that 'rolling shutter'. Looks weird to say the least. Not sure if the Sony does that or not, YMMV.
Aug 28, 2015 13:00:30 #
I just received my new A7RII a few days ago and haven't really had the chance now to do a lot of shooting however with regard to your question I did find out that you can not
shoot bursts of images in the silent shutter mode. You can only shoot single shot mode.
shoot bursts of images in the silent shutter mode. You can only shoot single shot mode.
Aug 29, 2015 12:40:30 #
Thanks for your replies.
Its pretty clear from what you say that there are some genuine disadvantages with the electronic shutter option - namely rolling shutter effect with moving subjects, and no burst mode shooting. Certainly worth keeping in mind!
However, the electronic shutter on the A7R II camera is so smooth and utterly silent (unlike the "gin-trap" mechanical shutter on the A7R) that it's a joy to use despite these limitations.
Its pretty clear from what you say that there are some genuine disadvantages with the electronic shutter option - namely rolling shutter effect with moving subjects, and no burst mode shooting. Certainly worth keeping in mind!
However, the electronic shutter on the A7R II camera is so smooth and utterly silent (unlike the "gin-trap" mechanical shutter on the A7R) that it's a joy to use despite these limitations.
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