Learning to Shoot with the Sony Alpha a7 Series

Course details

Sony's a7 series mirrorless cameras are popular for their image quality, video-shooting features, and compact size. In this course, Rich Harrington helps you get up to speed quickly with the essential features and controls of the Sony a7 models. Explore the shooting modes that go beyond "auto," find out how to take bracketed photos and shoot 4K and HD video, and learn to adjust camera settings like ISO for specific situations such as mixed lighting, fast movement, and low lighting levels.

Learning objectives
Taking shots in auto mode
Using the in-camera guide
Using lens controls and zoom
Changing image size and quality
Changing ISO in programmed auto mode
Exploring autofocus
Shooting in continuous (burst) mode
Switching exposure modes
Shooting with an external flash
Recording video
Remote controlling and tethering your a7 camera via Wi-Fi

Concepts

0. Introduction

01 - Welcome
02 - How to use this course
03 - Key differences between the a7 series cameras

1. Quick Start

04 - A guided tour - Buttons, ports, and controls
05 - Getting ready to shoot
06 - Powering up
07 - Taking some shots in Auto mode
08 - Shooting in scene modes

2. A Closer Look

09 - Touring the viewfinder and LCD
10 - Using the Quick Navi screen
11 - Using the In-Camera Guide
12 - Autofocus basics
13 - Lens controls and zoom functions
14 - Image review and playback
15 - Changing image quality and size

3. Shooting in Programmed Auto Mode

16 - What is Programmed Auto mode
17 - Changing ISO
18 - Adjusting exposure compensation
19 - Fine-tuning Program mode

4. Exploring Autofocus

20 - Understanding focus points and autofocus
21 - Focus modes - AF-A, AF-S, AF-C, and DMF
22 - Focusing manually

5. Understanding Shutter-Release Modes

23 - Shooting in Continuous (Burst) mode
24 - Silent shooting
25 - Using the self-timer

6. Understanding Exposure Controls

26 - Understanding and switching between measuring modes
27 - Exposure lock
28 - Aperture-Priority Auto mode
29 - Shutter-Priority Auto mode
30 - Manual mode
31 - Long-time exposures (Bulb)
32 - Exposure bracketing
33 - DRO and Auto HDR
34 - White balance

7. Beyond the Basics

35 - More playback options
36 - Shooting with an external flash
37 - Using Creative Style
38 - Using Picture Effect
39 - Shooting panoramas

8. Working with Video

40 - Adjusting movie record settings
41 - Choosing the right memory card for recording video
42 - Attaching an external microphone to the camera
43 - Recording movies in-camera
44 - Using an external recorder to capture 4K video
45 - Playback and deletion of movie files
46 - Downloading and installing applications

9. Wireless Functions

47 - Connecting to Wi-Fi to share photos
48 - Remote controlling your camera
49 - Remote controlling your camera with an app
50 - Tethering your camera with a computer

Conclusion

51 - Goodbye