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Sony A7R IV vs A7 IV: Which camera for video?
Photographer weighs 61MP sensor vs video performance in Sony A7R IV versus A7 IV
In brief
Photographer weighs 61MP sensor vs video performance in Sony A7R IV versus A7 IV Higher resolution cameras can cause video artifacts but may offer better cropping flexibility Originally reported by Digital Camera World.
My camera dilemma
I've used Sony A7 III for four years and need help choosing between A7R IV and A7 IV for video.
A7R IV's 61MP sensor
The A7R IV offers a 61MP sensor for aggressive cropping while the A7 IV has 33MP.
Video performance concerns
Higher resolution sensors can cause video artifacts and overheating when filming at high frame rates.
LCD screen differences
A7 IV has a vari-angle screen while A7R IV only has tilting functionality.
Real-world experience needed
I want to know how often video artifacts occur with each camera in real usage.
What it means
Higher resolution cameras can cause video artifacts but may offer better cropping flexibility
