A6000 vs. A7
Dec 2, 2015 12:14:37 #
I posted a similar question on another thread, but thought I'd start another thread altogether. My question is, while I like the Sony A6000, I am also intrigued by the A7 (not the other more expensive versions of it) and wonder what benefit I would derive from the full frame A7 over the APS-C A6000. What would I gain from "moving up" to the A7? I have a budget to keep, so I have to consider the extra cost of getting into full frame cameras and lenses, so I feel this is a valid question. Thanks for your input.
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Dec 2, 2015 12:23:16 #
No disrespect intended, but you seem to be dithering not unlike a lens searching for focus. I'm sure whatever choice you make will be just fine. That said, there is no such thing as the perfect camera. Every single one in every price range involves shortcomings and some degree of compromise. Have you ever heard that old, old rock song "Did you ever have to make up your mind"? Have a focused day.
Dec 2, 2015 12:31:51 #
Dec 2, 2015 12:43:54 #
rjaywallace wrote:
No disrespect intended, but you seem to be dithering not unlike a lens searching for focus. I'm sure whatever choice you make will be just fine. That said, there is no such thing as the perfect camera. Every single one in every price range involves shortcomings and some degree of compromise. Have you ever heard that old, old rock song "Did you ever have to make up your mind"? Have a focused day.
I realize that there is no "perfect" camera. I just want to know that my money is going in the right direction. Back in the 35mm SLR days, about the only choice one needed to make was which brand to go with. These days, however, there is such a variety of choices, formats, features, that it is a bit confusing trying to decide which way to go. Which is why I solicit opinions of users instead of just relying on the so-called professional reviews of cameras.
Dec 2, 2015 12:55:06 #
Today, everything is more specialized and application specific. Full frame = landscape, portraits, and/or large prints, and/or low light.
Dec 2, 2015 14:42:28 #
Far North wrote:
I posted a similar question on another thread, but... (show quote)
The image quality and low-light gain is exactly the same as going from APS-C to Full Frame in either Nikon or Canon cameras.
Dec 2, 2015 23:12:00 #
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Dec 3, 2015 08:54:40 #
Far North wrote:
I posted a similar question on another thread, but... (show quote)
As you have already noticed, the full-frame A7 is more expensive. You will get better quality pictures with it but the A6000 will produce quite nice images as well. If you are planning to have your pictures hang in a museum or be printed in National Geographic then go for the A7. But if you are in this as a hobby you will probably be happy with the A6000 and that will save you money and your camera bag will be lighter.
If money is a concern for you, be aware that with a full-frame camera the added expense and weight does not stop with the camera itself; every lens you buy in the future will be heavier and more expensive as well.
Dec 3, 2015 10:27:20 #
pecohen wrote:
As you have already noticed, the full-frame A7 is ... (show quote)
I am beginning to notice that. Thank you for your comments. Much appreciated.
Dec 3, 2015 10:58:02 #
Do you print often and large?
Are you a low light shooter... shooting low light venues often.
Why go full frame otherwise?
Save the money, now and for future related purchases.. lenses and etc.
Thus get the added benefit of "reach" using the APS angle of view, or 35mm equivalent if you will.
Are you a low light shooter... shooting low light venues often.
Why go full frame otherwise?
Save the money, now and for future related purchases.. lenses and etc.
Thus get the added benefit of "reach" using the APS angle of view, or 35mm equivalent if you will.
Dec 3, 2015 11:07:36 #
Kuzano wrote:
Do you print often and large?
Are you a low light shooter... shooting low light venues often.
Why go full frame otherwise?
Save the money, now and for future related purchases.. lenses and etc.
Thus get the added benefit of "reach" using the APS angle of view, or 35mm equivalent if you will.
Are you a low light shooter... shooting low light venues often.
Why go full frame otherwise?
Save the money, now and for future related purchases.. lenses and etc.
Thus get the added benefit of "reach" using the APS angle of view, or 35mm equivalent if you will.
This is the kind of info I am after. Thanks. No, I will probably never print larger than 11x14 or 16x20, so FF would be of no real benefit to me in that regard. Nor would the low light performance of an FF camera be much of a consideration, either, as 95% of what I do is outdoors in bright(ish) light. Sounds like APS-C is the way to go for most everything I'd do.
Dec 3, 2015 11:18:22 #
Far North wrote:
I posted a similar question on another thread, but... (show quote)
What do you like to shot, what is your shooting style. IMO the choice of camera should be to what you need it to do. I have the D7100 but have the A6000 coming because at 67 I cannot carry that weight for a long time on my neck. The A6000 gives me roughly the performance of the D7100. For me considerations would be cropping, I like to shoot a prime 35mm on the D7100, but FF would be better for cropping. I also like to shoot in low light situations and that pushes the ISO. If I had the money I would would really like to try the A7s as that is the low light king at the moment. So, I would note what you do with your camera and then match the camera to that.
Dec 3, 2015 11:21:29 #
Far North wrote:
This is the kind of info I am after. Thanks. No, I will probably never print larger than 11x14 or 16x20, so FF would be of no real benefit to me in that regard. Nor would the low light performance of an FF camera be much of a consideration, either, as 95% of what I do is outdoors in bright(ish) light. Sounds like APS-C is the way to go for most everything I'd do.
The APS-C sounds like the choice for you. I find it perfect for my shooting needs and the A6000 sensor sounds like it is more than adequate.
Dec 3, 2015 11:38:15 #
Drala2k wrote:
The APS-C sounds like the choice for you. I find it perfect for my shooting needs and the A6000 sensor sounds like it is more than adequate.
As I look at FF cameras, like the A7, I appreciate what they can do, beyond what an APS-C camera can do, but am a bit put off by the higher cost of admission. The A7 body is more than twice the price of the A6000 body, and with the 28--70 kit lens, it's $300.00 more than the price of the A6000 with the two kit lenses! Kind of makes you think twice before pulling the trigger. So I have to ask myself if what the FF (A7) does beyond the APS-C (A6000, in this case) worth the extra cost. And, of course, the FF lenses are more expensive, as well.
Then to add to the confusion, I am prepared to buy a Nikon D7200, which would be the rough equivalent in price to the A7. Best Buy currently has the D7200 body for $1099.00. The lens(es) are extra. I could, if I wanted the A7, have that for less than the D7200. And that brings up the question, will the D7200 offer me anything more than either the A7 or A6000? This is my dilemma.
Dec 3, 2015 11:38:51 #
cyclespeed
Loc: Calgary, Alberta Canada
The two cameras on my shelf, Sony a6000 & Nikon 810.
Guess which one I used exclusively for the last 12 months with one exception to shoot a relatives wedding?
Yes, the easy to handle and far more mobile Sony a6000.
As important, the results were just as pleasing to my eyes as the ones shot with full DSLR cameras of my past.
Guess which one I used exclusively for the last 12 months with one exception to shoot a relatives wedding?
Yes, the easy to handle and far more mobile Sony a6000.
As important, the results were just as pleasing to my eyes as the ones shot with full DSLR cameras of my past.
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