The 1st edition 336-page book, Sony A7 / A7R: From Snapshots to Great Shots by Brian Smith, from Peachpit Press, doesn't just explain what the A7 and A7R can do, it explains how to do it. Starting with the top 10 things you need to know about these cameras, author Brian Smith goes into camera details and offers tips on how to operate each camera's features. You'll receive practical advice on which settings to use in specific situations and all the accessible, real-world insights that are glossed over elsewhere.

Sony A7/A7R: From Snapshots to Great Shots is not only a learning guide but is a beautiful book complete with a clear, elegant design and outstanding images. It provides a blend of inspiration, instruction and reference for amateurs, enthusiasts and professionals who want to get started with the A7 or A7R, a compact mirrorless camera with full frame imaging and the performance of a high end DSLR.

This e-book has been specifically designed and coded for reading on electronic devices, such as tablets, e-readers, and computers. It is optimized to be read on an iPad but is compatible with any device capable of displaying EPUB, MOBI, or PDF files. Integrated touch features permit seamless navigation throughout the publication as well as the ability to immediately skip to sections of interest.

Author: Brian Smith    EPUB/MOBI/PDF, 336 Pages    Date Published: March 6, 2014    Learn Camera Operation & Handling    Delve into Photographic Basics

• Chapter 1: The Sony A7 / A7R Top Ten List: Ten Tips to Make Your Shooting More Productive Right Out of the Box
• Chapter 2: First Things First: A Few Things to Know and Do Before You Begin Taking Pictures
• Chapter 3: Full Auto Modes: Get Shooting with the Automatic Camera Modes
• Chapter 4: Advanced Modes: Taking Your Photography to the Next Level
• Chapter 5: Portrait Photography: Settings and Features to Make Great Portraits
• Chapter 6: Moving Target: Tricks to Shooting Sports and Action
• Chapter 7: Landscape & Streetscape Photography: Tips Tools & Techniques to Get the Best Landscapes & Streetscapes
• Chapter 8: Mood Lighting: Shooting When the Lights Get Low
• Chapter 9: Creative Compositions: Improve Your Pictures with Strong Compositional Elements
• Chapter 10: Advanced Techniques: Take Your Images to the Next Level
• Chapter 11: Lights, Camera, Action: Getting Professional-looking Video from Your A7/A7R
• Chapter 12: Adapt My A7/A7R: Lens Mount Adapters to Expand Your Camera's Lens Choices

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. How do I get this in audio format?

A: The Amphoto Book: Understanding Exposure, 4th Edition: How to Shoot Great Photographs with Any Camera is not available in audio format.

Q: 2. Will this baseplate work with Sony a7R V?

A: Yup! I was fairly certain it would fit (since the IV and V share a vertical grip), so I went ahead and ordered it. I was surprised since it actually fits better than the Sony vertical grip does. Feels natural on the camera, and the battery door opens fine.

Q: 3. will cage work for sony a7s?

A: This cage is designed for the A7 II series of cameras, it will not properly fit the older A7S. However Movcam offers an a7S specific cage, B&H # MOMCSTHSA7S, which you will want to purchase instead. https://bhpho.to/2nzWvnF

Q: 4. Does the a7riii and a7iii have the exact same body?

A: Yes

Q: 5. Will this also fit the Alpha 1?

A: The SmallRig Bottom Mount Plate for Sony a7R V & a7 IV (Version 2) does fit onto the Sony a1 Mirrorless Camera.

Q: 6. Would this fit the a7ii?

A: This cage is designed in mind to Sony bodies with a different form factor than the Sony a7ii and is not compatible.

Q: 7. Can you remove the bottom shoe mount?

A: No, it's by far the worst design choice on the cage. Otherwise it's a great cage.

Q: 8. Will this cage also work with the original A7s?

A: No the cage is design for the bigger e mount mirror less body such as the a7rii and a7sii. I think movcam has a cage for the original a7s.

Q: 9. Does anyone else have a problem with this cage and the Mode dial? There is room over the C1,C2 buttons and the Exposure Comp dial, but the cage sits tightly against the Mode dial. It is difficult to turn the dial, which rubs against the cage.

A: Yes it is a tight fit, at the beginning I even scrapped the dial trying to turn it.For some reason after 3 month of being installed, its still a tight fit but does not scrape any more.Probably have about 1 or 2 mm of gap.

Q: 10. With this cage on the camera, can I still mount the camera with a metabones adapter onto a tripod? Meabones has a thread on the bottom that I attach the plate to and I want to know if the cage gets in the way of the plate.

A: While there should be no problem assembling the camera, cage and lens adapter, it is suggested the a more solid set up is by using the following piece, the Movcam Riser Block for Sony A7S Camera Cage B&H # MOCSSA7S. This supports the Metabones and keeps the camera from moving in the cage.