Sony A7 IV
Full-frame mirrorless workhorse used widely in prosumer video production. Reliable autofocus, clean 4K codecs, and a deep lens ecosystem make it a default pick for serious solo creators.
Pros
- +Industry-leading autofocus
- +Full-frame low-light performance
- +S-Log3 for grading flexibility
- +Massive E-mount lens library
Cons
- −Premium body price
- −Crop on some 4K modes
- −Heavy with longer lenses
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