Sony Alpha a7R IV Black 2019

Based on when customers actually wrote their reviews - so you can see whether early praise held up.

1. Q3 2022100/1005.0★4 reviews

   Buyers in Q3 2022 raved about the camera's performance, lightweight design, and post-processing flexibility, with only minor menu complaints.

   • 👍Excellent image quality and resolution, especially for cropping.
   • 👍Lightweight and easy to use with intuitive menus after initial adjustment.
   • 👍Similar size to a7iii for familiar handling, though can cause mix-ups.
   • 🤔Menus cumbersome but manageable after a short learning period.
2. Q4 202195/1004.9★12 reviews

   Reviewers praise image quality, autofocus, and handling, but note large file sizes, complex setup, and a less useful touchscreen.

   • 👍Outstanding image quality and resolution, especially for professional and detailed work.
   • 👍Excellent autofocus with eye and face tracking, though some note it trails newer models.
   • 🤔Many parameters to configure before use; some find it overwhelming.
   • 👎Large file sizes require fast cards and powerful computer for workflow.
3. Q2 202185/1004.7★24 reviews

   Buyers praised the A7R IV's image quality, resolution, and value, but criticized the complex menu system, underwhelming autofocus for wildlife, and poor documentation.

   • 👍Image quality is exceptional, with sharp detail and impressive resolution from the 61MP sensor.
   • 🤔Menus are comprehensive but complicated, criticized for poor usability and non-intuitive navigation.
   • 👎Autofocus struggles with fast-moving subjects like birds, causing missed shots.
   • 👎Documentation is inadequate, lacking setup guidance, with a dim viewfinder in bright light.
4. Q1 202188/1004.7★19 reviews

   Reviewers praise image quality, resolution, and customization, with some noting noise, menu complexity, and sensor dust concerns.

   • 👍Exceptional image quality and high resolution (61MP) for cropping.
   • 👍Great customization, controls, and fast autofocus performance.
   • 🤔Higher ISO noise, complex menus, and quick buffer fill noted.
   • 👎Dust on sensor issue when changing lenses.
5. Q4 202088/1004.7★27 reviews

   Buyers praised the 61MP resolution, autofocus, and ergonomics, but noted large file sizes and a dust-prone sensor.

   • 👍Exceptional 61MP resolution and detail for cropping
   • 🤔Large raw files slow workflow; desire for lower resolution options
   • 👎Sensor attracts dust; need shutter close option on power down
   • 🤔Autofocus great but animal/bird tracking could improve
6. Q3 202075/1004.5★4 reviews

   Buyers praised fast capture, improved grip, and battery life. One user noted missing low-MP shooting, Mac icon issues, and poor tether workflow.

   • 👍Fast capture, improved grip, and battery life praised by multiple users.
   • 👍Great viewfinder and fantastic picture quality highlighted.
   • 🤔Good camera but missing low-MP shooting option and Mac icon visibility.
   • 👎Tether workflow described as not smooth at all by one review.

Based on 1 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.