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Sony Alpha 7R V + Sony 24-70mm F/2.8 GM II: Winter Landscape Photography In Banff


The Gear 🤝The Photos

See the gear Sony Alpha Collective member Sal D’Alia took to Banff to capture stunning winter landscape and nature photography.

The Gear

Sony Alpha 7R V
Sony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II

Photo by Sal D’Alia. Sony Alpha 7R V. Sony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II.
Photo by Sal D’Alia. Sony Alpha 7R VSony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II.

The Sony Alpha 7R V is my go-to for photos, but I love that I can switch to video and still get exceptional quality, comparable to my A7S III or FX3. It makes it much easier when I need to rely on just one body for both photography and video.

Photo by Sal D’Alia. Sony Alpha 7R V. Sony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II.
Photo by Sal D’Alia. Sony Alpha 7R VSony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II.

Resolution is key. Whenever I'm shooting expansive landscapes, capturing small details, or focusing on textures, I prioritize resolution. Banff is a gold mine for all of these elements, making the Sony A7R V the perfect choice.

Photo by Sal D’Alia. Sony Alpha 7R V. Sony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II.
Photo by Sal D’Alia. Sony Alpha 7R VSony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II.

I also used the Sony 24-70mm f/2.8 II G Master. The 24-70mm has been my go-to for years, especially when I know I’ll need to switch between landscape, wildlife and detail shots. It’s incredibly versatile for all of those situations.

The 24-70mm GM II's versatility is undeniable, but the second-generation of this lens also brought significant improvements to autofocus, which is fantastic for video.

Photo by Sal D’Alia. Sony Alpha 7R V. Sony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II.
Photo by Sal D’Alia. Sony Alpha 7R VSony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II.

The only accessory I use is a BlackRapid slinger, which is a lifesaver while hiking or navigating precarious areas. It helps keep my camera secure and easily accessible for quick shots.

The Photos

Photo by Sal D’Alia. Sony Alpha 7R V. Sony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II.
Photo by Sal D’Alia. Sony Alpha 7R VSony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II.
Photo by Sal D’Alia. Sony Alpha 7R V. Sony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II.
Photo by Sal D’Alia. Sony Alpha 7R VSony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II.
Photo by Sal D’Alia. Sony Alpha 7R V. Sony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II.
Photo by Sal D’Alia. Sony Alpha 7R VSony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II.
Photo by Sal D’Alia. Sony Alpha 7R V. Sony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II.
Photo by Sal D’Alia. Sony Alpha 7R VSony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II.
Photo by Sal D’Alia. Sony Alpha 7R V. Sony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II.
Photo by Sal D’Alia. Sony Alpha 7R VSony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II.
Photo by Sal D’Alia. Sony Alpha 7R V. Sony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II.
Photo by Sal D’Alia. Sony Alpha 7R VSony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II.
Photo by Sal D’Alia. Sony Alpha 7R V. Sony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II.
Photo by Sal D’Alia. Sony Alpha 7R VSony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II.
Photo by Sal D’Alia. Sony Alpha 7R V. Sony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II.
Photo by Sal D’Alia. Sony Alpha 7R VSony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II.
Photo by Sal D’Alia. Sony Alpha 7R V. Sony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II.
Photo by Sal D’Alia. Sony Alpha 7R VSony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II.
Photo by Sal D’Alia. Sony Alpha 7R V. Sony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II.
Photo by Sal D’Alia. Sony Alpha 7R VSony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II.
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