Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this video, I break down every video feature on the Sony A7R VI — from 4K 120p with 5K oversampling and a stacked sensor, to the brand new Dual Gain shooting mode, custom video settings, dual USB-C ports, and improved battery life. I also look at what this camera's video capabilities could mean for the future of Sony's dedicated video line, including the FX3.
00:00 The A7R VI is surprisingly good for video
00:29 4K video specs — 120p, 5K oversampling & full pixel readout
01:45 8K video — 10-bit 4:2:2 and 8.2K oversampling explained
02:16 Stacked sensor & rolling shutter improvements
02:41 Dual Gain shooting — better shadows, less noise
03:47 Super 35 crop modes & getting extra reach
04:45 Custom video settings — up to 10 programmable modes
07:09 32-bit float audio with the XLR-K3M handle
07:48 Dual USB-C ports — power & monitoring at the same time
08:43 The new tally light
09:08 Illuminated buttons for low-light shooting
09:39 Thermal improvements & longer recording times
10:10 New NP-SA100 batteries & dual charger
11:42 Final verdict — is the A7R VI a video powerhouse?
12:40 What's missing — waveforms, anamorphic & open gate
CAMERA GEAR + EDITING TOOLS I USE
▸ How I add Film looks + Halation - geni.us/filmconvert-cb
▸ LUTs I use to grade - geni.us/phantomluts (get 15% OFF with code 'Chris')
▸ Music Artlist (2 Months For Free!): bit.ly/artlist-chrisbrockhurst - My favourite platform with a huge variety of songs + SFX and unlimited licenses.
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CAMERA ACCESSORIES TO TRY
Super fast card reader - geni.us/progradecardreader
Better than a pro mist - geni.us/blacksatin3
Solve WB issues anywhere - geni.us/expoWBdisc
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CAMERAS I USE
▸ lowlight vid cam - geni.us/S-FX3
▸ camera for cinematic photos - geni.us/sonya7cii
▸ old vid cam - geni.us/sonya7siii
▸ high MP stills cam - geni.us/A7iv
▸ cheap cinema cam - geni.us/tSeiY2
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FPV & DROME
▸ Avata 2 - geni.us/YpoQd
▸ drone with zoom - geni.us/IUJpID
▸ best travel drone - geni.us/djimini3procb
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BEST BUDGET LENSES
▸ 50mm - geni.us/sony50mmF18cb
▸ 24mm F1.8 - geni.us/viltrox24mm
▸ 85mm F1.8 II - geni.us/viltrox85mm
▸ (all in one -) Sigma 24-70 - geni.us/sigma2470
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LENSES I USE
▸ start with this lens - geni.us/sigma2470
▸ crazy wide lens - geni.us/qsHt
▸ Real Estate Lens - geni.us/Sony1635F4CB
▸ cinematic 24mm - geni.us/Sony24mmF14CB
▸ The BOKEH lens - geni.us/50mmf12
▸ Close up lens - geni.us/sony90mmmacro
▸ Sharp budget lens Lens - geni.us/Sony55mmF18CB
▸ Zoom + Macro lens - geni.us/sony70200f4ii
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MICS I USE
▸ Best Sony Mic geni.us/ecmb1m-cb
▸ Other best mic - geni.us/ecmb10
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BAGS
▸ 35L bag I use - geni.us/nomatic35l
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LIGHTING
▸ Main Studio Light - geni.us/aputure120dcb
▸ Studio light Dome - geni.us/lightdomecb
▸ Budget Light - geni.us/godoxsl60
▸ Budget light Dome - geni.us/neewerlightdomecb
▸ Battery powered Light - geni.us/aputure60xcb
▸ Spotlight Zoom (for pattern on wall) - geni.us/spotlightminizoom
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All gear I use: geni.us/amazoncb
Wedding Gear I use on Kit: kit.co/chrisbrockhurst
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AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE
Some of the links used in the description will direct you to Amazon, as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you.
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SPONSORSHIP/COLLABS
If you are looking to do collaborations, offer sponsorships, or any other requests, hit me up here: Chris@craterr.com
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In this video, I break down every video feature on the Sony A7R VI — from 4K 120p with 5K oversampling and a stacked sensor, to the brand new Dual Gain shooting mode, custom video settings, dual USB-C ports, and improved battery life. I also look at what this camera's video capabilities could mean for the future of Sony's dedicated video line, including the FX3.
00:00 The A7R VI is surprisingly good for video
00:29 4K video specs — 120p, 5K oversampling & full pixel readout
01:45 8K video — 10-bit 4:2:2 and 8.2K oversampling explained
02:16 Stacked sensor & rolling shutter improvements
02:41 Dual Gain shooting — better shadows, less noise
03:47 Super 35 crop modes & getting extra reach
04:45 Custom video settings — up to 10 programmable modes
07:09 32-bit float audio with the XLR-K3M handle
07:48 Dual USB-C ports — power & monitoring at the same time
08:43 The new tally light
09:08 Illuminated buttons for low-light shooting
09:39 Thermal improvements & longer recording times
10:10 New NP-SA100 batteries & dual charger
11:42 Final verdict — is the A7R VI a video powerhouse?
12:40 What's missing — waveforms, anamorphic & open gate
CAMERA GEAR + EDITING TOOLS I USE
▸ How I add Film looks + Halation - geni.us/filmconvert-cb
▸ LUTs I use to grade - geni.us/phantomluts (get 15% OFF with code 'Chris')
▸ Music Artlist (2 Months For Free!): bit.ly/artlist-chrisbrockhurst - My favourite platform with a huge variety of songs + SFX and unlimited licenses.
----------------------------------------------------------
CAMERA ACCESSORIES TO TRY
Super fast card reader - geni.us/progradecardreader
Better than a pro mist - geni.us/blacksatin3
Solve WB issues anywhere - geni.us/expoWBdisc
----------------------------------------------------------
CAMERAS I USE
▸ lowlight vid cam - geni.us/S-FX3
▸ camera for cinematic photos - geni.us/sonya7cii
▸ old vid cam - geni.us/sonya7siii
▸ high MP stills cam - geni.us/A7iv
▸ cheap cinema cam - geni.us/tSeiY2
----------------------------------------------------------
FPV & DROME
▸ Avata 2 - geni.us/YpoQd
▸ drone with zoom - geni.us/IUJpID
▸ best travel drone - geni.us/djimini3procb
----------------------------------------------------------
BEST BUDGET LENSES
▸ 50mm - geni.us/sony50mmF18cb
▸ 24mm F1.8 - geni.us/viltrox24mm
▸ 85mm F1.8 II - geni.us/viltrox85mm
▸ (all in one -) Sigma 24-70 - geni.us/sigma2470
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LENSES I USE
▸ start with this lens - geni.us/sigma2470
▸ crazy wide lens - geni.us/qsHt
▸ Real Estate Lens - geni.us/Sony1635F4CB
▸ cinematic 24mm - geni.us/Sony24mmF14CB
▸ The BOKEH lens - geni.us/50mmf12
▸ Close up lens - geni.us/sony90mmmacro
▸ Sharp budget lens Lens - geni.us/Sony55mmF18CB
▸ Zoom + Macro lens - geni.us/sony70200f4ii
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MICS I USE
▸ Best Sony Mic geni.us/ecmb1m-cb
▸ Other best mic - geni.us/ecmb10
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BAGS
▸ 35L bag I use - geni.us/nomatic35l
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LIGHTING
▸ Main Studio Light - geni.us/aputure120dcb
▸ Studio light Dome - geni.us/lightdomecb
▸ Budget Light - geni.us/godoxsl60
▸ Budget light Dome - geni.us/neewerlightdomecb
▸ Battery powered Light - geni.us/aputure60xcb
▸ Spotlight Zoom (for pattern on wall) - geni.us/spotlightminizoom
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All gear I use: geni.us/amazoncb
Wedding Gear I use on Kit: kit.co/chrisbrockhurst
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AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE
Some of the links used in the description will direct you to Amazon, as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you.
----------------------------------------------------------
SPONSORSHIP/COLLABS
If you are looking to do collaborations, offer sponsorships, or any other requests, hit me up here: Chris@craterr.com
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