The Sony A7R V is bringing AI to autofocus, but will it be able to keep up with AI evolution? Traditionally, filmmakers have always been more interested in the "S" units from the A7 lineup than the "R" units. The "R" is for resolution, and is all about higher resolution stills. The "S," on the other hand, is about speed. You'll have a lower resolution but higher framerates, better rolling shutter refresh times, and an overall more capable system. But if you haven't noticed, the Sony A7R V announcement is getting some attention because of the further efforts Sony is making on autofocus, specifically bringing artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms into the autofocus space. Let Me Focus for You, Dave Sony has long been known for its amazing autofocus, with the FX-9 probably being the top of the autofocus lineup. The A7S3, FX-3, and FX-6 are also pretty solid to boot. It's gone from being a tool you'd never use to the one you'd use on a run-and-gun doc. It's also increasingly being used in narrative productions. Read More...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Tuesday, 15 November, 2022