With a camera like the a7S II, the exposure window is pretty narrow (that’s what separates it from a higher-end camera), so nailing exposure takes lots of practice and discipline. But it’s not hard if you’re willing to put the time and effort into it. Secondly, you also need to either find time to get … Read more
In this lesson we’ll take a detailed look at how to tweak picture profiles. But first, a PSA that might save you hours. I’m not a fan of tweaking picture profiles for the following reasons: Sony engineers have put in a lot of hours and thought into the color science, and very rarely do they … Read more
Let’s start by looking at the batteries and charger Sony provides How much battery life does the NP-FW50 provide? According to the official specifications, here are the ratings: Approx. 55 min with viewfinder, approx. 60 min with LCD screen – if you also zoom while recording Approx. 90 min with viewfinder, approx. 90 min with LCD … Read more
The following video will help you understand exposure using Cine profiles: Download Video Takeaways Cine profiles (except Cine2) are beyond the legal mode, and are full swing + super whites – which means they utilize the entire region from 0 to 107 IRE. (50 IRE 18% grey, 90 IRE white). Cine2 follows the legal range and … Read more
The following video will help you understand exposure in Movie mode: Download Video Takeaways Movie mode is close to Rec. 709, and follows legal levels (42-44 IRE 18% grey, 90 IRE white). It’s a bad idea to under or over expose this camera in Movie mode by more than half a stop in either direction. … Read more
Here’s a detailed look at how I’ve setup my camera. Remember, this is for reference only, and if you’re new you can start with my settings. However, you would be better served by having a good think about how you’re going to use your camera, and then customize accordingly. Download Video Notes Here’s a reference chart … Read more
In this detailed video we go over all the settings specific to video: Download Video Notes If you’re new to the camera it will take some time to sink in. Don’t worry if you find it hard, I’ve personally seen Sony’s engineers struggle to find settings on their own cameras!
The Sony a7S II and a7R II have a full frame E mount, sometimes called the FE mount. The most revolutionary aspect of the Sony E mount is that its flange focal distance is one of the lowest possible for full frame sensors. This means, you can practically use any full frame lens on it, as … Read more
The Memory Banks allow you to recall all your camera settings with just one turn of the top dial. It’s important if you have changed settings and want to get back to your original settings quickly without going through the menu all over again. Professionals find this indispensable. Here’s how to set the memory banks: … Read more