These spectacular moments can't be staged or replicated, shot on Sony A7 IV by the Nature Photographer of the Year

A freediver swims gracefully alongside a large, swirling school of fish in deep blue ocean waters, creating a stunning underwater scene.

Nature Photographer of the Year, Ben Yavar, dived deep to capture these mesmerizing underwater scenes with his Sony A7 IV. He captures those rare moments where light, subject and timing all come together. His frame, Sardines, earned him the prestigious title of Nature POTY by International Photography Awards (IPA) in 2024.

Ben works with the Sony A7 IV, paired with the Sony 12-24mm f/4 G ultra-wide angle lens. Unlike previous models, the Sony A7 IV is a full-frame powerhouse and not an entry-level camera – it's more like a mini-A1. With its 33 MP sensor, fast burst mode and advanced video features, it far outperforms the A7 III.