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2025.08.28

HANA-STUDIO Shares Their Journey | The Origins of Record and Creation with α7II | SONY α7II | Knowledge #330

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Cover photo by HANA-STUDIO

A story of creators who love photography and their cameras. The presence of a "beloved camera" reflects each individual's perspective and values. In this series, we feature HANA-STUDIO, a devoted user of the SONY α7II.

Their journey with the SONY α7II began alongside their first steps as a working professional. At the core of both record and creation was always their trusted camera. With its compact and lightweight body housing the power of a full-frame sensor, and its ability to capture stunning blue tones, the camera has been there for every moment—from daily life to wedding memories. Let’s dive into this special photo story that captures it all.

SONY α7II: Basic Information

The SONY α7II, released in 2014, was the world’s first full-frame mirrorless camera equipped with a 5-axis in-body image stabilization system. Featuring a 24.3-megapixel 35mm full-frame CMOS sensor and the BIONZ X image processor, it delivers high-resolution images with reduced noise.

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Photo by HANA-STUDIO

The Appeal of a Beloved Camera

I purchased the SONY α7II with my first paycheck as a working professional.
At the time, I was drawn to its tagline as the "world’s first full-frame mirrorless camera series" and its sleek, mechanical design, without much technical knowledge.

It was simply the excitement of owning a cutting-edge camera that marked the beginning of my journey with it.

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Photo by HANA-STUDIO

Over time, I came to appreciate the true value of the SONY α7II.
Its compact and lightweight design, combined with a full-frame sensor, strikes a perfect balance between image quality and portability. Looking back, that’s what made it so special.

What I love most is its color rendering. The blue tones are incredibly clear and rich. Whether shooting in JPEG or RAW, it’s easy to adjust, and every time I captured a winter harbor or sky, I was captivated by the unique blues this camera produces.

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Photo by HANA-STUDIO

A Companion for Cherished Memories

In my late 20s, most of the memories with my future wife were captured with this camera.

From casual snapshots during trips, to leisurely strolls on weekends, and the precious photos leading up to our wedding—this camera was always by my side.

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Photo by HANA-STUDIO

One particularly memorable shot was a selfie taken at Lake Ashi in Hakone. Using the SONY α7II placed on a rock and controlled remotely via smartphone, we captured a perfect moment with ideal lighting and positioning. That photo became a special cut used in our wedding video.

Creation Begins with This Camera

When a friend who is an artist asked me to take photos for the first time, I used the SONY α7II.
Nervously capturing "artistic photos" for the first time, I felt reassured having this familiar camera by my side.

It was this camera that supported the beginning of my creative journey.

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Photo by HANA-STUDIO

When I first bought it, I chose it simply because it was cool and cutting-edge.
But before I knew it, this camera became a part of my most cherished memories and my first creative experiences.

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Photo by HANA-STUDIO

The SONY α7II is my starting point for both record and creation.
It’s a camera I’ll never let go of.

INFORMATION

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HANA-STUDIO

Through photography, video, writing, editing, and design, I shape information and emotions into forms that resonate. I value clarity, lasting impact, and usefulness over flashiness. Currently working in public relations for a museum lighting manufacturer.

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Instagram: @hana_studio71

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