SUMMARY
After shooting a full wedding season, photographer Taylor Jackson found Sony's a7 V, with its 33-megapixel sensor and uncropped 4K 60p video, capable for hybrid stills and video work. He determined that opting for a second camera body was more beneficial than prioritizing higher megapixels for demanding 10-14 hour event days. Jackson utilizes the 33MP sensor's crop mode for added reach during ceremonies and speeches, simplifying his editing workflow. The camera's controls, including a customizable third dial for ISO, and its ability to record video while in photo mode, enhance its utility for hybrid shooters. He also noted the advantage of uncropped 4K 60p video, which was a significant improvement over previous models that cropped at this frame rate.
TAKEAWAYS
Sony a7 V's 33MP sensor and 4K 60p video tested for wedding photography and videography.
Photographer Taylor Jackson prefers a second body over higher megapixels for event coverage.
In-camera cropping on the 33MP sensor provides usable resolution for album prints.
Uncropped 4K 60p video is a key advantage for hybrid shooters on the a7 V.