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I currently own an A99. I have some investment in o A mount lenses, but not too much to the point where it'd be hard to justify a switch to the E mount. I like my A99. However, I am interested in taking advantage of some potential savings while I can still get some money for my A99. I am a scuba diver and one thing I have been frustrated with is the ability to get an underwater housing for my A99. It seems that most of the underwater housing companies have moved on to the E mount cameras. I am currently a hobbyist whose done some professional work. I am planning to take on more professional work. My focus is will be on architectural, commercial, and product primarily. I may also do some portrait photography. I will also use my gear in underwater situations. That will be more of a hobby (vacations, etc.). I love the idea of going all-in and switching to the A9, however, I can't justify the spend for that. I do like the idea of taking advantage of some savings on the Sony A7R II that are going on now. However, I understand there are several limitations with that camera. So, then I come to the A7RIII versus just upgrading to the A99II (I fear the lack of an underwater housing here). Given the choice between the A7RII and the A7RIII, which would you choose? Or would you bite the bullet and just go for the A9? I am thinking about the long term. I'd like to invest in a system that I'll use for the next 15 - 25 years. Your feedback is appreciated!

Hi, <searching for a hack> I own a Sony A7S II and urgently look for a solution to have a live video signal on a field monitor while the camera is controlled via USB in PC-remote control (in an Underwater housing). I need to see the live picture during filming in 4K. When using HDMI out I do have a picture until I press REC and then all screens go black. Using WiFi and a Smartphone as Monitor would work underwater but 1. I can’t connect probably because the camera is in remote control, 2. I do only want the live picture and no remote control via smartphone app because then I can’t operate my camera anymore. Any solution is welcome.