"I was stoked to learn that the recently announced Sony A7 V had improved ergonomics. Just like I was happy to first hear that Sony's flagship A9 III and A1 II cameras got new ergonomic grip designs before that. I actually bought an A9 III to replace my aging A9 II for my wedding photography. But Sony's ergonomic improvements have disappointed me time and time again, both in my personal cameras and ones I've tested for The Verge."
"The new designs seemed good at first, with the A9 III and A1 II featuring slightly taller grips with better rounded contours, but they just aren't comfy enough for pro cameras designed to be used for hours on end. And the new A7 V, the camera designed to appeal to a wider audience, is the weakest of all the new ergonomic designs."
Sony updated grips across models, including A9 III, A1 II, and A7 V, adding slightly taller, more rounded contours. The A9 III offers modest ergonomic improvement over earlier bodies, but the changes remain inadequate for professional, hours-long use. The A7 V shows the weakest grip redesign and lacks the taller, contoured shape of Sony's pro flagships. Sony continues to transfer high-end features to lower-cost models, yet grip comfort has lagged. Repeated use during extended events tends to produce hand fatigue and joint discomfort, indicating further grip redesign and attention to prolonged usability are still necessary.
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