Acclaimed mirrorless cameras from one of the most prolific brands in the business, Sony cameras are a fantastic option for shooting portrait photography.
Renowned for high resolutions and some of the best low light performance the world has ever seen, Sony has been in the mirrorless game longer than most. Featuring our favourite picks from Sony’s alpha range, you’ll be able to find that sweet spot for your particular style and budget with ease. With a range of lenses from both Sony themselves and third parties to boot, we had no trouble equipping these packages with the best performing glass on offer, as well as suitable lighting options, power and memory. For more accessories, just head HERE
Renowned for high resolutions and some of the best low light performance the world has ever seen, Sony has been in the mirrorless game longer than most.
Option 1 - Sony a7C, Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 Lens, Sony HVL-F60RM Flashgun
Weekend from £136 - hire now!
If you thought compact meant you couldn’t enjoy a full-frame experience, the Sony a7C should be a very pleasant surprise indeed. Not only is the a7C full-frame, it also has impressive in-body image stabilisation, a fully articulating screen and speedy, accurate autofocus. Other highlights include Sony’s typically tremendous low light performance and dust and weather resistance, making the a7C a supreme box ticker of a camera.
Partnered with the a7C, the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM offers real quality, offering decent reach, and at 2.8 across its entire range, provides wonderful blurry background options to really separate your subject from their surroundings. For lighting, the Sony HVL-F60RM is a powerful on-camera flash perfectly suited to this camera and offers another dimension of options for portraiture. This package also comes with 2 batteries, a charger and a memory card so you can shoot away to your heart’s content. Head over to our Portrait Accessories section if you’d like to add any more power or memory options too.
Option 1 - Sony a7C, Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 Lens, Sony HVL-F60RM Flashgun
Weekend from £136 - hire now!
If you thought compact meant you couldn’t enjoy a full-frame experience, the Sony a7C should be a very pleasant surprise indeed. Not only is the a7C full-frame, it also has impressive in-body image stabilisation, a fully articulating screen and speedy, accurate autofocus.
Partnered with the a7C, the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM offers real quality, offering decent reach, and at 2.8 across its entire range, provides wonderful blurry background options to really separate your subject from their surroundings. For lighting, the Sony HVL-F60RM is a powerful on-camera flash perfectly suited to this camera and offers another dimension of options for portraiture. This package also comes with 2 batteries, a charger and a memory card so you can shoot away to your heart’s content.
Option 2 - Sony a7 IV, Sony FE 24-70mm Lens, Sony HVL-F60RM Flashgun
Weekend from £151 - hire now!
Sony’s mainline a7 range is one of the most recognisable lines in the industry, and the a7 IV continues to build upon this legacy. Once considered the basic model, this camera is anything but, namely because of the introduction of the Sony a1’s ground-breaking sensor and autofocus system. With a 33-megapixel sensor providing plenty of resolution and a vastly expanded iso sensitivity, this all-rounder continues Sony’s trick of packing loads of impressive technology into a portable form factor, perfect for shooting on location.
For the lens, introducing the Sony FE 24-70mm G Master, one of the most popular lenses in the world for professionals and enthusiasts alike. Providing a pin-sharp zoom option covering the most popular focal lengths for portrait photography, this lens offers flexibility in your shoot, whilst keeping your kit levels down so you aren’t lugging multiple bags out on location. Finally, the Sony HVL-F60RM is a high-speed flash that should keep up with all your shooting needs and integrates with the camera nicely.
This package includes 2 batteries and a memory card, and be sure to check the Portrait Accessories section once you’ve selected your package if you feel you may need more power, memory and additions.
Option 2 - Sony a7 IV, Sony FE 24-70mm Lens, Sony HVL-F60RM Flashgun
Weekend from £151 - hire now!
With a 33-megapixel sensor providing plenty of resolution and a vastly expanded iso sensitivity, this all-rounder continues Sony’s trick of packing loads of impressive technology into a portable form factor, perfect for shooting on location.
For the lens, introducing the Sony FE 24-70mm G Master, one of the most popular lenses in the world for professionals and enthusiasts alike. Providing a pin-sharp zoom option covering the most popular focal lengths for portrait photography, this lens offers flexibility in your shoot, whilst keeping your kit levels down so you aren’t lugging multiple bags out on location. Finally, the Sony HVL-F60RM is a high-speed flash that should keep up with all your shooting needs and integrates with the camera nicely.
This package includes 2 batteries and a memory card.