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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 587 reviews

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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97%would recommend to a friend

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Customers find value in the camera quality, overall performance, and ease of use. The auto focus, included features, battery life, and ergonomics are also well-received. However, some customers have expressed concerns about overheating and weight. A few customers mentioned the price.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    4K looks amazing

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I’ve been using the Sony A7 IV for professional photo and video work, and honestly it’s one of the best hybrid cameras I’ve ever owned. The image quality is super sharp, colors look great, and the autofocus is insanely fast and reliable — especially for people, movement, and low light situations.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Camera quality, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best hybrid camera out there

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great camera for photography and video! I use this as my main camera now.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great camera at a great price point

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    i upgraded from the a7iii, it's great. i would recommend it to anyone who wants top tier auto focus and all the benefits of a hybrid camera.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Camera

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    So far this has been an AMAZING camera! I can't wait to keep playing with it! The quality is amazing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Happy Sony

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I’m very impressed with my Sony camera. The image quality is sharp and vibrant, autofocus is fast and reliable, and low-light performance is excellent. The body is lightweight yet professional, and the lens options are outstanding. Overall, it’s a powerful, dependable camera that delivers beautiful results every time.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Favorite camera

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great upgrade from my Sony alpha iii excited to see what this baby can do

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Review for a Sony Camera I purchased

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Outstanding full-frame mirrorless camera with excellent image quality and fast, reliable autofocus. The Alpha a7 IV is versatile and well suited for both photography and video, making it a great all-around professional camera body.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A great choice for photographers and videographers

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Sony a7 IV is a full-frame mirrorless camera designed for both photographers and videographers. It features a 33MP back-illuminated CMOS sensor, a 5-axis image stabilization system, and a 10fps continuous shooting rate. The a7 IV also boasts a 120fps electronic viewfinder and a 1.03m-dot touchscreen LCD. The camera's autofocus system is fast and accurate, with real-time Eye AF and tracking capabilities. The a7 IV also records 4K 60p video with 10-bit 4:2:2 color sampling. Additionally, it features a headphone jack and a microphone input for audio monitoring and recording. Overall, the Sony a7 IV is a versatile and powerful camera that is well-suited for a variety of shooting scenarios. Its high resolution, fast autofocus, and excellent video capabilities make it a great choice for both photographers and videographers.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazingly versatile camera!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent camera and great bundle discount from Best Buy. We use this for extreme low light photography and videography. Absolutely love how versatile and configurable this camera is. Everything from low light photography to wedding photography and everything in between.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Overheating

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Really Good Camera

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The A7IV is a really good camera. I upgraded from a Canon Rebel T3i and it was really worth it. The only thing to keep in mind is that it can overheat when recording for an extended period of time, but you can’t change the settings to prevent the camera to turn off automatically.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth every penny!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this camera for my wife as an anniversary gift, as she had let her photography side business fall off after comparing her old (15+ years) DSLR camera to other photographers' newer cameras and the resulting differences in quality. She doesnt go anywhere without it since! We purchased a generic lens to learn the camera with before investing in really nice glass to go with it, and it STILL does an amazing job, even with the less than ideal lens pairing. I knew we'd made the right decision when we attended the central Louisiana Dragon Boat Races this year and found two paid photographers for the event both using the same camera model (although with a much better lens for each of them). I managed to get pictures of propeller driven aircraft (MY hobby) taking off from a nearby airport during the races and the propellers looked as though the planes were dead prop floating through the air...crisp edges of the blades, no blur, as if the engines wers "feathered" rather than ramped up to full power as they lifted off over the lake. Incredible AF and auto tracking!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi AlexanderD, Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for sharing your experience with the ILCE7M4 camera. We are glad to hear that you loved this camera. Thank you for choosing Sony. For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.   Regards, Larry 5-18-2024 Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing camera. If it's on sale, snatch it up

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing mirrorless camera! I stepped up from a Sony A7iii, and don't regret it for a second. The A7iii was a great camera too, but the A7iv is better. Do the firmware update if it's not already updated. The addition of focus bracketing is worth it if you're into macro photography.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    SONY ALPHA 7IV

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased this camera in 2022 and it is still the World's Best Camera. You cannot believe all the people that walk up to me and say it is the best. I have been on 3 major tours now, Amsterdam, Alaska and Europe. My photos have never been so incredible. Not to mention the 4K video. The built in stabilization is the key, no need for a trip-pod. I did put the 2.8mm 24-70mm GM 2 lens on it for superb images. Did you know that SONY have been the number 1 mirrorless camera for 6 years running? Try it and you won't go wrong 33 megapixel Full Frame. I tried to add photo, but they were 10.4 to 11.5 mb. The limit is 10 mb for this site. You can crop and still have a very clear photo. I gave a 4 for ease of use. 5 if you put it in Auto Mode, but this camera has an encyclopedia of settings and you will never be short changed on settings with 6 presets.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great camera. Absolute workhorse. Would recommend to anyone looking to take their photography or videogeaphy to the next level. Kind of a pain to set up (takes about an hour) to get all the settings right but once you set it up you dont have to mess with it again

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony A 7iv mirrorless camera..

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is the second Sony A7iv camera I’ve purchased from Best Buy, one has a Sigma 70-200 2.8 lens and the other has the new Sony 50-150 f/2.. These are simply put… AMAZING CAMERAS.. The images are just beautiful and the menu is not that hard to navigate.. I’m more than impressed and happy with these purchases, especially when Best Buy has their sales going on!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great setup

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    [Employee of bestbuy] Great camera, just what I was looking for, paired it up with the 24-105 f/4

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A7IV Camera

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Incredible camera, does everything i expected it to based on my research. Went with Best Buy cause of their 4 year coverage and didn't want it shipped and sitting on my door step. Pickup was fast and easy.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great purchase

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    New to cameras. Light weight and great quality. The menu takes time to learn but once figured out the camera works wonders.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I like the focus of this camera

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    started my new business and works very well for me.I ll suggest everyone to get this osm camera .sony always best and its paid of your dreams and passion

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    camera

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This camera captures the quality I have been looking for in print and very user friendly.

    I would recommend this to a friend