Are there any bundle deals for the Sony a7 IV currently?

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Ugh I've been staring at tabs for three hours and I'm just getting more annoyed. Trying to snag a Sony a7 IV before my sisters wedding in Chicago next month and the bundles are so confusing.

Option A: The B&H kit with the 28-70mm lens for like $2698

Option B: Adorama's bundle that comes with the 64gb card and a bag

Option C: Just buying the body and hunting for a used 35mm prime on FB Marketplace

Budget is $2800 max and I cant go over. I'm leaning toward B because of the accessories but is that lens in Option A actually any good or just cheap glass? Idk if I should just wait for a better sale...

DennisGox · Accepted Answer

Been thinking about your post for a bit now. Wedding shoots are super stressful and honestly, those freebie bags in bundles are usually trash... I once had a strap snap on a free bundle bag while I was hiking and almost trashed my whole setup. Not worth the risk imo. Before you pull the trigger, are you comfortable using third-party lenses? That might be your best bet to stay under $2800 while getting quality glass. If you skip the kit, you could get the Sony Alpha 7 IV Full-frame Mirrorless Camera Body and pair it with the Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 for Sony E. It is way faster for dim indoor lighting than the kit glass and keeps you safe for the ceremony. Also, make sure to get a solid card like the SanDisk 128GB Extreme PRO UHS-II SDXC Memory Card so you dont risk a write failure during the vows. TL;DR: Most bundles hide cheap accessories to inflate the price; buy the body and a better third-party lens to stay safe and under budget.

DerekSab · Answer

Just catching up on the thread and I totally agree with the point about the kit lens glass quality! That Sony Alpha 7 IV Mirrorless Camera Body is an absolute beast but honestly that 28-70mm lens is gonna hold you back at a wedding. Youll need more light for those indoor Chicago venues! Since you are capped at a $2800 budget you should definitely skip Option A. The Sony FE 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS is fine for day trips but it wont give you that pro look. I love the idea of going body-only and grabbing the Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2. It fits your budget perfectly and that constant f/2.8 is absolutely amazing for receptions! Youll get way better bokeh than the kit lens ever could. TL;DR: Skip the kit lens. Buy the body solo and get a fast zoom or a Sony FE 35mm f/1.8 to stay under budget while getting fantastic shots.

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Are there any bundle deals for the Sony a7 IV currently?