Setting up your Sony camera for photo & video

Name: Setting up your Sony camera for photo & video - Session 1
Start: 2025-12-11T19:00:00Z
End: 2025-12-11T21:00:00Z
Location: Online meeting details will be emailed to you with the booking confirmation.

Scott Howes

Image: Alpha 1 II (A1 II)

Dial in customisable settings on your Sony camera

About the event

This online session is tailored to those wanting to set up their Sony camera to seamlessly switch between photo and video modes by taking full advantage of Sony's customisable functions.

Perfect for aspiring content creators, filmmakers, and anyone curious about unlocking the full potential of their camera.

You'll walk away from the session knowing how to get more from your camera.

Techniques covered

How to set up your camera for photo and video shooting
Video codecs (XAVC S, XAVC HS, and XAVC S-I)
Frame rates and recording modes
Picture profiles
Practical tips for capturing stable, high-quality footage

What to bring

Camera
Notepad

Event FAQs (For general FAQs, please visit the Frequently Asked Questions page)

I have more questions. Can I contact the host?

Yes. Please email questions to info@scott-howes.com

Suitable for all levels Software (Photography) Video

Session 1 - Thu 11 Dec 2025, 7:00PM - 9:00PM (UTC+13) Auckland, Wellington (Closed)

Thu 11 Dec 2025, 7:00PM - 9:00PM (UTC+13) Auckland, Wellington

Suitable for all levels

NZ$40 per/person

Online meeting details will be emailed to you with the booking confirmation.

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Advocate

Scott Howes

A visual storyteller specialising in travel and adventure photography and videography.Born and raised in London, England, I have travelled extensively throughou...

Eric and Scott were amazing! I learnt so much about editing. More than expected.”

Troy Kent, Lightroom Editing Session - Sydney CBD

My Gear

Alpha 7 IV (A7M4)

Scott had so much practical knowledge to apply after the workshop. During the workshop he was a great presenter and very inspirational.”

Troy Kent, The Art of Hybrid Shooting, Sony House Sydney (NSW)