How to love a Sony camera - The Original A7 series

Over a decade ago, I picked up the original Sony A7s and A7r — two slightly janky but lovable mirrorless cameras that I never quite let go of. I bought them hoping the system might eventually replace my Nikon DSLR setup. But until that, a lightweight alternative for everyday photography. But in those early days, the Sony Alpha system was still in its infancy and lacked the maturity I needed. The big switch never happened… yet somehow, these two full-frame mirrorless cameras stuck around.

They became my daily sling-around companions — perfect for travel, street photography, and everyday moments. Their quirks, their feel, their utility… all etched into my muscle memory over years of real-world use. So many times I’ve said, “This is their last trip to Italy,” or “One last month, then I’ll retire them.” But they just keep going — and I keep bringing them.

Macro video and photos in this video were captured using:
– Fujifilm X-H2s
– Zeiss Touit 50mm f/2.8 Macro
– TTArtisan 50mm f/1.4 Tilt/Shift
– Nikkor 105mm f/2.8 VR

POV footage recorded with:
– Insta360 GO 3S action camera

If you're into vintage digital cameras, mirrorless history, or just curious how the original Sony A7 series holds up in 2025, this one's for you.

Sound design by:
Me

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