Been working with the rx100iii for the past couple of years, its been excellent for what I've use it for, but I think its time to dive into a camera with interchangeable lens, for more professional use. A bit nervous (its a big investment), but have been really torn between the a6400, a7iii, and the fuji xt-3. Great inciteful video!
I'm kinda late here and there's more cameras to consider at this point. But APSC vs full frame just depends on what you want. The Sony APSC cameras are great. And as Matthew pointed out, the glass is a lot cheaper.
Hi there! I'm lurking here and reading the comments its 2023 and I have to be honest its that the RX100 VII is still awesome. Did You perhaps did the switch and is there something that You would recommend ?
@@johnkarolcoaching Hey, wow I remember this impasse, it was a huge decision. I actually ended up getting a Nikon Z6 and I love it. However, if you’re just starting out, I have nothing but high praise for the Sony RX100 series of camera. The quality of photos and relative ease of use made it a great choice starting out. I’d suggest getting the best/newest version that you can afford. And a little piece of advice that I look back and wish I knew: don’t get too caught up on comparison videos when choosing your camera. They’re so advanced nowadays that no matter what you choose you’re going to have a fine piece of equipment. To me the choice ultimately came down to which brand I wanted to align myself with and from there I was able to choose which camera I wanted under that specific brand. You’ll find that a lot of photographers are very brand loyal and that’s because when you invest in this equipment you’re gonna want all of your lenses and accessories to work with your future equipment.
Nice video! F-stop equivalents are not mentioned enough across formats. It's just a problem with the industry. They are NOT the same on different formats. They way they say 'focal length equivalent' they do not generally say 'f-stop equivalent', but we really should It's not just the bigger sensor. The bigger lens combines with the bigger sensor.
Hey thanks for watching. Yeah in everyday usage the larger sensors on different formats definitely make a difference in the image. However I think peoeple don't talk about it as much because it's a little hard to explain than equivalent focal length. Gerald Undone has a great video to explain: ua-cam.com/video/OaSq0ES1ArE/v-deo.html
I own a RX100M7, I am thinking of upgrading it to 6400 or 6600 currently. Glad to find your video. I probably will be using RX100 more often while traveling because of its size, but also having a great desire to improve the image quality... Really struggling, but right now, I will probably just wait and see and will make my decision when my next trip is coming up. Thanks for the video, and i liked the way you handled negative comments. Keep it up!
Thanks for watching! I always like to hear that videos help. I still love my RX100 especially because I can just put it my pocket. But the overall image quality from the 6400 is amazing.
Nice video! The biggest downside about the RX100 VII for me is the high price tag. This camera has a 1" sensor which in my opinion is a bit small. For example, Huawei P40 Pro has already a 1/1.28" sensor which is definitively smaller then the RX100 VII sensor, but not really by that much and you can get the smartphone for a lot cheaper. Now I know that motorized lenses in the RX100 are probably a lot more expensive and that the ones in Huawei P40 Pro and it has probably better image quality and has generally more control and I know that sensor size is not anything, but I really keep thinking if it is worth to give $1200 for a 1" sensor point and shoot camera.
Yeah the RX100 is definitely a niche product. At the price tag you really have to value the image quality over a cell. I don't have any experience with the phone you mentioned. However, I will say that the improved low light performance coupled with the extra long zoom range, make it an excellent travel camera. And also great in places you can't carry an interchangeable lens camera like concerts, sporting events, dinners etc. All that being said if I had to make the choice today, I'd probably be looking at the ZV-1 as well.
Hey man! Thanks a lot for the video, really informative, really cool. You also have great lighting! Did you consider having the camera a bit higher up (around eye level) ? Keep up the good job!
Thanks for watching. And thanks for the feedback. Yeah this was a little lower than usual. Because I was talking abou the two cameras ai was shooting on my RX100 VI and it was on a small gorilla pod. In the past I would put that gorilla pod on a box to get it a little higher lol. But I think I was so focussed on shooting this and getting it done that I overlooked it. The a6400 sits a little higher, but I'll pay more attention going forward.
Creative Tech Lab don’t get me wrong, great video! I’m attempting to start my own channel and for this purpose exactly I’m trying to decide between the a6400 and rx100, I love how compact the rx is with its slim metal body, but it seems the color and quality is much better on the a6400... tough one
Yeah it’s definitely a tough choice for those reasons. But I think if you’re going to be creating content, it’s better to go with the a6400 as it will give the best image quality and more flexibility with different lens choices.
@@CreativeTechLab Hy, i would be interested with the 18-135 sony lens atteched to the a 6400 because it is the closest focal length about. what do you think, in that case is it worth going to the aps-c? will that lens have better portrait capabalities, if compared to the rx100va, if i would like carrying a sony 6400 with 18-135mm instead of the rx100va and rx100vii, because those 2 added together is about the same weight. :D
Thanks for this. I just ordered the RX100VII from MPB, and then got second thoughts - you helped me out there. I have full frame mirrorless and SLRs form Nikon. I am swapping a D750 I don't use because I love my Z6 too much. I wanted a very portable camera and then started thinking about changing the order from RX100 to A6400. I stay with the RX100 VII 😊
how do you only have 2.15k subscribers !!?? amazing video!! I keep going back and fourth want I want im never happy with my cameras lol I never thought about a 6400 but its something to consider!!
Thanks for watching! The a6400 is awesome. It doesn't fit in your pocket. But the overall image quality is great. But like mentioned in the video, if size and compactness are the main driver then the RX100 is better. Of course now you also have the new ZV1 to look at as well.
Great video! I have the rx100 vii and it actually has have Active SteadyShot in 4K, but not Intelligent Active. It has Intelligent Active in 1080 though.
Great video! I grabbed an A6400 and i'm questioning whether to just switch to an RX100 VII mostly because half the time i'm traveling and having less weight on me always helps, and if I only have one free hand, grabbing the VII would be easier to start up and operate vs the A6400. Is any of the footage graded? at 14:40, the color looks better on the A6400. If it's not graded, i'm thinking that the RX100 can be graded to match the A6400 out of the box.
Thanks for watching. The RX100 is definitely easier to carry, so if being mobile is your primary concern then it would be the right choice. But I must also say that the right lens on the 6400 does get some vastly superior image quality. So you just have to prioritize between the two. As far as the color grade. Yes there’s a LUT on all the footage in this video. The clip you’re referring to, both cameras are in HLG, but i just kinda added some contrast to each clip. With a little more work you could get the Rx colors to match the 6400. Hope that helps.
@@CreativeTechLab Do you feel like there is a huge gap in image quality between the two? They look close to me but I'm just watching on a 13" laptop. I'm currently using the Sony 10-18mm and I feel like the image on it is just okay but I need my lens to be that wide.
Just remember when comparing 35mm equivalence, then the apertures need to be timed with the equivalency along with the focal length. Yes RX100 vii is mutch slower for worse for lowlight for sure, but you are
Having watched many online reviews I was nearly sold on the RX100 M7 until I saw your footage comparisons with the Sony A6400. Were you using an ND filter on the 6400? The RX100 M7 looked over exposed compared to the 6400. I mainly shoot on full auto so that was a real downside for me. Have I missed something or did you make manual adjustments to the 6400? Maybe I have to go the 6400 route now. In that respect, do you think the Sony 18-135mm lens is good and sharp? Many thanks for the various reviews I've seen of yours.
Thanks for watching. Yes I was using NDs on both cameras. It was a Gobe ND filter on the a6400. I tried to match the setting on the RX100 to the A6400 and that's how it came out. I love the RX100, but if overally image quality is what you're after then get the 6400. I don't have experience with the 18-135, but I've heard good things. But if you're going to be shooting video I'd recomment looking at 18-105 f/4. I have a review on that as well. ua-cam.com/video/nh-TKBSoOrQ/v-deo.html
One side benefit for a gear junkie with the rx100. It is “good enough” for my real needs and thus removes the temptation to screw around with gear and stick to content.....at least I keep telling myself that
I don't have a direct answer for that. But I'm sure there's another video on the platform that will. What I can say is that I haven't experienced any significant overheating issues with the A6400.
Hi. Thanks for watching. This was shot with the RX100 VI since I was talking about the other two main cameras. And I used off board audio and synced in post.
for me. the a6400 is a better . but i prefer the rx. beacause dont need to change lens very very good image. compact de same mode profiles for color grading. and the gear around is more cheap. i bought an crane m2 about 200 euros. all the gear is cheapest and very good.
Hello is it possible to achieve the same colors with the rx100vii as the a6400 shown on 14:40? The rx100 vii doesn't have an nd filter and that washes the colors out. Could you make a rx100vii nd filter comparison and with the a6400 pls?
Hi thanks for watching. Both cameras had external ND filters on them. The RX100 just needs an adapter to get it on. You can see how to do that here: ua-cam.com/video/Ad9VDxhFX5Q/v-deo.html
I got the rx100 First gen i Take With me it easy put in My pocket. I hate the Image quality of the phone. On the phone Self it lock Good put when i put the Image on my pc Zoom in it doesn‘t look good the Details missing. The Image from My Sony rx100 i put on the pc and edit and ist Look Good Ebers Details ist there.
Yeah. As great as phone imagery has become, there's a still a certain "small sensor" look that you get with them. The 1" sensor on something like the RX100 does make a difference especially in certain lighting scenarios.
Not sure what you're looking for here. However, I don't think there's much use in buying a pro level camera and shooting in auto. The comparisons were shot in the same picture profiles and graded the same way.
Lol. I knew you would say that. I love the 6400 without question. But when I’m out with the family the it’s hard to move around with then bigger setup bs the RX100 can slip into my pocket when I need to attend to the little ones.
@@CreativeTechLab my brother has a RX & ive used it while on holiday a few years back.. it was good.. my first Sony camera was a Sony W55 Cybershot.. I loved that camera & its compact size .. I keep thinking of buying another one .. but an updated one of course.
so much talking... need more b roll and visuals/text to help make your points. I can only listen for so long... after all, it is a video I'm trying to watch. Thanks for making the video regardless
Love this! A Jamaican tech vlogger? Heck yah!
😊. 🙏🏽 Respect for watching
Thanks for this awesome comparison. The decision for me is rx100 for travel, I’ll just make sure to pack a couple extra batteries
It's the perfect travel cam! Especially with the additonal zoom range
First video of yours I've seen, but love your camera presence, bro. Well done!
I appreciate that! Thanks for watching
Been working with the rx100iii for the past couple of years, its been excellent for what I've use it for, but I think its time to dive into a camera with interchangeable lens, for more professional use. A bit nervous (its a big investment), but have been really torn between the a6400, a7iii, and the fuji xt-3. Great inciteful video!
I'm kinda late here and there's more cameras to consider at this point. But APSC vs full frame just depends on what you want. The Sony APSC cameras are great. And as Matthew pointed out, the glass is a lot cheaper.
Hi there! I'm lurking here and reading the comments its 2023 and I have to be honest its that the RX100 VII is still awesome. Did You perhaps did the switch and is there something that You would recommend ?
@@johnkarolcoaching Hey, wow I remember this impasse, it was a huge decision. I actually ended up getting a Nikon Z6 and I love it. However, if you’re just starting out, I have nothing but high praise for the Sony RX100 series of camera. The quality of photos and relative ease of use made it a great choice starting out. I’d suggest getting the best/newest version that you can afford. And a little piece of advice that I look back and wish I knew: don’t get too caught up on comparison videos when choosing your camera. They’re so advanced nowadays that no matter what you choose you’re going to have a fine piece of equipment. To me the choice ultimately came down to which brand I wanted to align myself with and from there I was able to choose which camera I wanted under that specific brand. You’ll find that a lot of photographers are very brand loyal and that’s because when you invest in this equipment you’re gonna want all of your lenses and accessories to work with your future equipment.
Nice video! F-stop equivalents are not mentioned enough across formats. It's just a problem with the industry. They are NOT the same on different formats. They way they say 'focal length equivalent' they do not generally say 'f-stop equivalent', but we really should It's not just the bigger sensor. The bigger lens combines with the bigger sensor.
Hey thanks for watching. Yeah in everyday usage the larger sensors on different formats definitely make a difference in the image. However I think peoeple don't talk about it as much because it's a little hard to explain than equivalent focal length. Gerald Undone has a great video to explain: ua-cam.com/video/OaSq0ES1ArE/v-deo.html
I own a RX100M7, I am thinking of upgrading it to 6400 or 6600 currently. Glad to find your video. I probably will be using RX100 more often while traveling because of its size, but also having a great desire to improve the image quality... Really struggling, but right now, I will probably just wait and see and will make my decision when my next trip is coming up. Thanks for the video, and i liked the way you handled negative comments. Keep it up!
Thanks for watching! I always like to hear that videos help. I still love my RX100 especially because I can just put it my pocket. But the overall image quality from the 6400 is amazing.
Nice video! The biggest downside about the RX100 VII for me is the high price tag. This camera has a 1" sensor which in my opinion is a bit small. For example, Huawei P40 Pro has already a 1/1.28" sensor which is definitively smaller then the RX100 VII sensor, but not really by that much and you can get the smartphone for a lot cheaper. Now I know that motorized lenses in the RX100 are probably a lot more expensive and that the ones in Huawei P40 Pro and it has probably better image quality and has generally more control and I know that sensor size is not anything, but I really keep thinking if it is worth to give $1200 for a 1" sensor point and shoot camera.
Yeah the RX100 is definitely a niche product. At the price tag you really have to value the image quality over a cell. I don't have any experience with the phone you mentioned. However, I will say that the improved low light performance coupled with the extra long zoom range, make it an excellent travel camera. And also great in places you can't carry an interchangeable lens camera like concerts, sporting events, dinners etc.
All that being said if I had to make the choice today, I'd probably be looking at the ZV-1 as well.
Hey man! Thanks a lot for the video, really informative, really cool. You also have great lighting! Did you consider having the camera a bit higher up (around eye level) ? Keep up the good job!
Thanks for watching. And thanks for the feedback. Yeah this was a little lower than usual. Because I was talking abou the two cameras ai was shooting on my RX100 VI and it was on a small gorilla pod. In the past I would put that gorilla pod on a box to get it a little higher lol. But I think I was so focussed on shooting this and getting it done that I overlooked it. The a6400 sits a little higher, but I'll pay more attention going forward.
Creative Tech Lab don’t get me wrong, great video! I’m attempting to start my own channel and for this purpose exactly I’m trying to decide between the a6400 and rx100, I love how compact the rx is with its slim metal body, but it seems the color and quality is much better on the a6400... tough one
Yeah it’s definitely a tough choice for those reasons. But I think if you’re going to be creating content, it’s better to go with the a6400 as it will give the best image quality and more flexibility with different lens choices.
Creative Tech Lab yes I think that’s what I’m leaning towards, once again thanks for the work you put into this video!
@@CreativeTechLab Hy, i would be interested with the 18-135 sony lens atteched to the a 6400 because it is the closest focal length about. what do you think, in that case is it worth going to the aps-c? will that lens have better portrait capabalities, if compared to the rx100va, if i would like carrying a sony 6400 with 18-135mm instead of the rx100va and rx100vii, because those 2 added together is about the same weight. :D
Thanks for this. I just ordered the RX100VII from MPB, and then got second thoughts - you helped me out there.
I have full frame mirrorless and SLRs form Nikon. I am swapping a D750 I don't use because I love my Z6 too much. I wanted a very portable camera and then started thinking about changing the order from RX100 to A6400. I stay with the RX100 VII 😊
Glad I could help! If you're looking for portability and already have a larger setup. The RX100 is definitely the way to go.
The exact comparison I was looking for. Thanks!
Glad to hear it!
A dad camera is exactly what I’m looking for. Nice review
how do you only have 2.15k subscribers !!?? amazing video!! I keep going back and fourth want I want im never happy with my cameras lol I never thought about a 6400 but its something to consider!!
Thanks for watching! The a6400 is awesome. It doesn't fit in your pocket. But the overall image quality is great. But like mentioned in the video, if size and compactness are the main driver then the RX100 is better. Of course now you also have the new ZV1 to look at as well.
Another insightful video. Thanks mate! 👍🏻👊🏻
Christophe Langlois thanks for watching and always commenting.
Creative Tech Lab my pleasure. Give me a shout next time you are in London, it’s be great to meet up over a cup of tea/coffee.
Definitely. I’d like to try and make it there sometime this year. I’ve never been and it’s high on my list.
Creative Tech Lab give me a shout when you do! Where are you based?
Great video! I have the rx100 vii and it actually has have Active SteadyShot in 4K, but not Intelligent Active. It has Intelligent Active in 1080 though.
Thanks for watching. That’s what I meant to say. I got it a little mixed up.
Hello, thanks for the good video. Just ask for more resolution. YT offers a maximum of 360p. Thanks
Thanks for watching. The video should play in 1080p/4K. I think sometimes it takes a while for UA-cam to process the higher resolutions
Great video! I grabbed an A6400 and i'm questioning whether to just switch to an RX100 VII mostly because half the time i'm traveling and having less weight on me always helps, and if I only have one free hand, grabbing the VII would be easier to start up and operate vs the A6400.
Is any of the footage graded? at 14:40, the color looks better on the A6400. If it's not graded, i'm thinking that the RX100 can be graded to match the A6400 out of the box.
Thanks for watching. The RX100 is definitely easier to carry, so if being mobile is your primary concern then it would be the right choice. But I must also say that the right lens on the 6400 does get some vastly superior image quality. So you just have to prioritize between the two.
As far as the color grade. Yes there’s a LUT on all the footage in this video. The clip you’re referring to, both cameras are in HLG, but i just kinda added some contrast to each clip. With a little more work you could get the Rx colors to match the 6400.
Hope that helps.
@@CreativeTechLab Do you feel like there is a huge gap in image quality between the two? They look close to me but I'm just watching on a 13" laptop. I'm currently using the Sony 10-18mm and I feel like the image on it is just okay but I need my lens to be that wide.
Just remember when comparing 35mm equivalence, then the apertures need to be timed with the equivalency along with the focal length.
Yes RX100 vii is mutch slower for worse for lowlight for sure, but you are
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Having watched many online reviews I was nearly sold on the RX100 M7 until I saw your footage comparisons with the Sony A6400. Were you using an ND filter on the 6400? The RX100 M7 looked over exposed compared to the 6400. I mainly shoot on full auto so that was a real downside for me. Have I missed something or did you make manual adjustments to the 6400? Maybe I have to go the 6400 route now. In that respect, do you think the Sony 18-135mm lens is good and sharp? Many thanks for the various reviews I've seen of yours.
Thanks for watching. Yes I was using NDs on both cameras. It was a Gobe ND filter on the a6400. I tried to match the setting on the RX100 to the A6400 and that's how it came out. I love the RX100, but if overally image quality is what you're after then get the 6400.
I don't have experience with the 18-135, but I've heard good things. But if you're going to be shooting video I'd recomment looking at 18-105 f/4. I have a review on that as well. ua-cam.com/video/nh-TKBSoOrQ/v-deo.html
One side benefit for a gear junkie with the rx100. It is “good enough” for my real needs and thus removes the temptation to screw around with gear and stick to content.....at least I keep telling myself that
It definitely helps to simplify the process. One camera, one lens. Where as with the 6400 I'm always thinking about lenses.
ZV-1 Comparison would be awesome!
The ZV-1 looks awesome. I haven’t picked one up myself. However maybe I can get a review unit one of these days.
Good video. But what about overheating? Could you please do these cameras have overheating in 4k video filming?
The a6400 wins that category by far
@@CreativeTechLab, yes, but how long does this camera film without overheating?
I don't have a direct answer for that. But I'm sure there's another video on the platform that will.
What I can say is that I haven't experienced any significant overheating issues with the A6400.
@@CreativeTechLab thank you a lot. That is what I want to know. Not a simple test but how it works in practice.
Nice and very fair comparison. Thanks!
Thanks for watching!
hello, what type of camera and lens did you use for making this video please ?
Hi. Thanks for watching. This was shot with the RX100 VI since I was talking about the other two main cameras. And I used off board audio and synced in post.
oh okay thanks 🙏🏾
for me. the a6400 is a better . but i prefer the rx. beacause dont need to change lens very very good image. compact de same mode profiles for color grading. and the gear around is more cheap. i bought an crane m2 about 200 euros. all the gear is cheapest and very good.
RX is definitely good for all those reasons. And if compactness is a primary factor, then it's the right choice for sure.
❤❤good content
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which camera are you using
In this video I think I used a RX100 VI.
Hello is it possible to achieve the same colors with the rx100vii as the a6400 shown on 14:40?
The rx100 vii doesn't have an nd filter and that washes the colors out.
Could you make a rx100vii nd filter comparison and with the a6400 pls?
Hi thanks for watching. Both cameras had external ND filters on them. The RX100 just needs an adapter to get it on. You can see how to do that here: ua-cam.com/video/Ad9VDxhFX5Q/v-deo.html
Creative Tech Lab
Okay I see, thanks for letten me know.
Creative Tech Lab
Did you edit the a6400 footage and what nd filter did u use?
the footage is color graded in FCPX. I think in this video I used Gobe variable ND filters. But now I use either Moment or Polar Pro filters.
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thank you
Which camera you are using in your video can you tell me
In this video I think I used a RX100 VI.
I got the rx100 First gen i Take With me it easy put in My pocket. I hate the Image quality of the phone. On the phone Self it lock Good put when i put the Image on my pc Zoom in it doesn‘t look good the Details missing. The Image from My Sony rx100 i put on the pc and edit and ist Look Good Ebers Details ist there.
Yeah. As great as phone imagery has become, there's a still a certain "small sensor" look that you get with them. The 1" sensor on something like the RX100 does make a difference especially in certain lighting scenarios.
What does wagwan mean??
“What’s going on”
Ok, side by side is pointless if you use custom settings and grading. You have to show them both in auto-mode so ppl can compare.
Not sure what you're looking for here. However, I don't think there's much use in buying a pro level camera and shooting in auto. The comparisons were shot in the same picture profiles and graded the same way.
I figured you were Jamaican. Maaaaaad. 😂😂Loving it! Your content is smooth. High five 🖐
😊 respect 🙏🏽. Glad you like it
a6400 all day long
Lol. I knew you would say that. I love the 6400 without question. But when I’m out with the family the it’s hard to move around with then bigger setup bs the RX100 can slip into my pocket when I need to attend to the little ones.
@@CreativeTechLab my brother has a RX & ive used it while on holiday a few years back.. it was good.. my first Sony camera was a Sony W55 Cybershot.. I loved that camera & its compact size .. I keep thinking of buying another one .. but an updated one of course.
so much talking... need more b roll and visuals/text to help make your points. I can only listen for so long... after all, it is a video I'm trying to watch. Thanks for making the video regardless
Not exactly sure what you’re looking for. Hope you find it.