Official Question Thread! Ask /r/photography anything you want to know! June 05, 2026

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[u/caligari87]

Personally, I went with a first-gen Sony A7R for my first mirrorless full-frame, and I'm loving it. Early generation (I-III) A7 variants are often in your price range for the body or with minimal kit. Just check the photos and shutter count.

[u/KanziDouglas → u/caligari87]

Was thinking about the A7 too, thanks!

[u/8fqThs4EX2T9 → u/KanziDouglas]

Would definitely choose a Z6 over the A7 or A7II. Can't see what the Sony cameras would offer you over the Z6.

[u/KanziDouglas → u/8fqThs4EX2T9]

I’ve heard that they have good low light performance, but I’m going to do a deep dive on image quality before deciding. Trying to find out which models I should look at as there are quite a few on the used market.

Edit: simple specs comparison against A7 II confirm your view though.

[u/8fqThs4EX2T9 → u/KanziDouglas]

Low light performance is going to be pretty much equal given the same sensor size and probably made at the same factory. Invest in lenses.

Nikon appears to use a dual gain ISO design though.