03/06/2026 9:53 am
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I'm so excited because I'm finally moving to Japan in August 2026 and I really need a solid camera before I go. My budget is strictly around $1600. I saw some blogs saying Sony is gonna have huge Prime Day deals on the A7 series this year to clear stock but then I read a thread where people said they only ever discount the really old models like the A6000. It's super confusing because I don't want to wait until July just to find out the A7 IV is still full price. Does anyone know if Sony typically puts their newer mid-range bodies on sale for Prime Day or is it mostly just lenses?
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03/06/2026 10:05 am
@Reply #1 - good point! I stayed safe and got the Sony Alpha a6700 APS-C Mirrorless 26MP recently. Honestly, I am so satisfied with how it works well and the AI tracking is reliable.
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03/06/2026 10:15 am
Catching up on this... what subjects are you shooting in Japan? Street? Landscapes? In my experience, waiting for Prime Day is risky for major travel prep.
- Sony Alpha 7C II Full-frame Mirrorless 33MP: Incredible AF but often exceeds your limit.
- Sony Alpha 7C Mirrorless 24.2MP: Very portable for travel and well under budget. I usually find buying proven gear early is safer than gambling on sales.
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03/06/2026 9:53 am
Unfortunately, Prime Day is usually a huge letdown for current Sony gear. I had issues with waiting last year just to see old stock on sale, honestly, it wasnt as good as expected at all.
- The Sony Alpha 7 IV Full-frame Mirrorless 33MP Body wont drop to $1600.
- You might find the Sony Alpha 7 III Full-frame Mirrorless 24.2MP Body for under $1300 tho. Hit me up if you need more help finding a deal!
