The SONY a7C: Why THIS Camera Is IMPORTANT!
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- Опубліковано 7 лип 2024
- Review of the Sony a7C with comparisons to the a7 III for build quality, ergonomics, dynamic range, color & image quality, low light, etc.
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Review of the Sony a7C with comparisons to the a7 III for build quality, ergonomics, dynamic range, color & image quality, low light, etc.
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Table of Contents:
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0:00 - Intro & Disclosure
1:24 - Size & Build
2:03 - Battery Life & USB Power
2:36 - Ergonomics & Ports
3:47 - Audio
5:24 - Controls
6:22 - Viewfinder
6:42 - Photo vs Video
7:16 - A Note About the Shutter
7:54 - Improvements Over the a7 III
8:35 - Autofocus Improvements
9:19 - HDMI Quirks Fixed
10:09 - Record Limits & Overheating
10:40 - Image Quality & Bit Depth
11:13 - Rolling Shutter
11:27 - Image Stabilization
12:16 - Dynamic Range
12:51 - ISO Range & Noise
14:09 - Color Science Improvements
14:57 - Value & Final Thoughts
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Why do I find you talking about cameras so relaxing and therapeutic. It's legit like checking into a camera spa.
Bah! You're too kind, Chris. But I'll happily take that compliment. 🤓🙏💜
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Camera spa! Exactly!
True lol I almost fell asleep watching it😂
Of all the photos in the world... you had to choose that one ha!
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@@joaquinrp7784 9:48
Omg lol, now I see!
I thought I recognized that face hahaha
The audio comparison via ad was a 200iq move. Made use of an otherwise annoying block of time. That’s a like from me.
100% this! 200iq move for sure.
I refuse to listen to the advert on principle 😂. The first time he did it. I was so confused about what to do.
I skipped it lol
Too bad he gets a deduction of 180 points for using CAPS LOCK just like other UA-camRS and it's SUPER retarded.
@@omnirhythm inspect the code and remove it
Only Gerald can make me wait to buy the next camera, after the last camera he's convinced me to wait on. Great review!!
Anybody come here like ASAP when Gerald posted?
Just open my youtube this morning and I see Gerald Undone review ! 😂
I did, I did. I keep thinking I wish I found this guy a year ago when I started buying video equipment. I don't buy anything without consulting Gerald first.
Very thorough Gerald, good work!
Best technical reviewer of cameras on the planet. Period.
One can always rely on Gerald for such calmly put together detailed video of any camera out there, this was really helpful thanks.
Love how quickly you get these cameras and review em! You rock!
Can always trust the breakdown on this channel
lol didn't know you are into cameras too. :D
Woaa didn't expect to see you here haha. Cheers to the great cameras we getting this year
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Thanks for all of the amazing reviews Gerald! Love how much you have fine tuned your reviews to make them super time efficient and information rich!
Best reviews, period. Technical explanation and yet an organic feel to your delivery... Outstanding. Thanks for the hard work putting this together.
New intro: "I'm Gerald Undone, and Check check check. Check check check. Check your levels."
And one of those should peak
Another great review, thanks!
I love the vlog set-up! It's plain it's simple and straight to the point!
My now go to review channel. Great work Gerald!! Next intro: This isn't the greatest song in the world, this is just a tribute
They literally made the perfect camera for me. Flippy screen, no overheating, no record limits, good autofocus. There I was about to compromise with an APS-C body because of size / weight constraints and they bring out this! Now to save up for it!
the a7C and Samyang's tiny but mighty primes are destined for each other
Out of so many reviews I went through, this was so crisp and clear and on point. SUBSCRIBED the moment I ended with your video
Testing the audio during the ad was the most clever way to keep people paying attention and prevent people from skipping through. Well done! =)
Great info (as always), Gerald! One question for you regarding color/color science... how would you compare the a7C's color to that from the a7Siii? Considering an a7C body as a "B" cam to complement two a7Siii's (whose color is A-W-E-S-O-M-E!), and wondered what you thought.
Great content as usual Gerald! Found my new camera, resisting buying the A7iii was not futile! 😀
It's nice to have someone on the spectrum who's so into this stuff. Makes for such precise and complete reviews. Gerald is the best!
Watching this competent and thorough review in such a relaxed tone is just great.
Great video, thanks!
Ah one of the other great channels 👍🏻
This comparison is ridiculously thorough, amazing job! You've really helped me make my decision! The only thing that you missed was that the A7C has gyro tech for stabilizing shots done in post using Sony Catalyst
he also missed that you can move the focus box and whatnot using the touchscreen, don't need to tap the dial directions.
Gerald, it's very impressive how much useful information you manage to work into a 16-minute video. Thank you for making these great reviews and your many other helpful videos.
- Martin
Listening to your reviews makes me forget I had a bad day, this is where I get the confidence in choosing my future cameras. Thank you mate it was great watching your video.
When 🎓 Professor Gerald releases a video, I take out the mental pen and paper and soak in that Purple Knowledge. Well detailed and informative review as you’d expect from the Professor. Genuinely impressed and happy that Sony are simply going for it. What a year for them, Sony a7S III, Sony a7C and the PlayStation 5. Yeah, Sony’s taking no prisoners, and I’m on board.
Dude I love how you mention the sponsor and test the audio at the same time XDDDD 👍👍👍
You are so good at this. Thanks, as always, for the helpful information and entertainment!
As always I look forward to your videos about new camera gear as you always gives us your honest and thorough opinion.
My "place order" finger muscle is TENSED for the Panasonic S5 (career long GH shooter here) and this Sony shooter almost made it relax a bit. Smaller cameras are so dope, but I think the Panny is still the way for me to go.
Panny > Sonny
any day
Specially Pro Res with Atomos Ninja V
S5 is better anyday if you dont care much about video af
The Panasonic S5 has Better Color InfoI guess? Bcoz A7C & A7iii both have 8Bit max
Panasonic colors are SO good. The autofocus is terrible but linear manual lenses make that a non-issue for narrative
i just got a million sony rumors notifications on my computer about this and I was confused so thanks
Great review as always, really appreciate the down-to-earth, informative and honest content!
@Gerald Undone I will never watch anyone but you for actual information. Your work is clearly a cut above the rest. You are a true tech and i respect you. It's hard to find real tekkers in a world full of creatives.
From all the ones just upload always watching Gerald first
Great video ! I just bought an a7iii last night, and your video just changed my mind. Thanks a lot !
How so
First camera review I always watch, and the most straight to the point regarding value and quality!
Found this more than a year later than you published it. Have already added an A7C to my kit as a small walk around and also added the very nice Sigma DG DN I series contemporary lenses to use with it but always interested in your evaluations. Thank you so much. Keep your excellent informative reviews coming.
This camera is tempting but since I put money into the A7S3 and have 2x A6600s and an A7R3, A7S2 and a ZV1... I feel like the better value for me is going to be getting another G Master Lens, most likely the 12-24mm they just dropped. I think by rounding out my lenses I can wait longer on optimal camera body options.
Love your work. I will probably just wait for version 2 of this camera.
hey man, buy less cameras
Sick flex bro
Roberto Blake wouldn’t you rather sell everything and keep the siii, riii, and then have the a7c? The sii, zv1, and the 2 6600s seem a bit redundant
i could adopt any of those cameras bro! you have too many of them 😂😅
I didn´t even see the title... and then I was like: "WHAT!!!???... Lets get Undone"
Gerald Undone you are a legend. You have elevated your channel in an unique way. Stay blessed and focused and spirited
I don’t even watch these videos for content. I just listen to them for your voice and diction. That sound is crispy AF.
I’m running an a6400 now and this is literally the perfect upgrade to full frame. All I do is vlog. This should still work on my DJI Ronin SC gimbal. For UA-camrs like me this is awesome. Just wish it was 10 bit.
I don't possibly understand how you'd want full frame for blogging and at the same time neglect the awful rolling shutter performance.
You sure about that? I also have an a6400 but the price here is off putting. Especially with the rolling shutter issue. I love the a6400 but the rolling shutter is rough.
Don Jacobs it’s so rough it can ruin a simple pan if you have a scene with vertical lines, or edges, or texture, or... it can ruin any shot that involves any sort of movement.
this camera is a joke. just get an a7iii. this is the camera that no one wanted.
Jorda n 30 minute recording limits?? Hard pass. There’s no reason for any camera to still have that and I’ll never spend money on one that does.
Best Camera Reviewers on UA-cam imo:
Gerald Undone : for pure tech and detailed full information.
Phillip Bloom : For film love letters to cameras that go deep.
Make.Art.Now: For WTF I didn't know my camera can do that???
Gerald you're a goddamn genius. Taking advantage of the audio comparison to sell your sponsor, wow. Actually blown away
Loving the videos Gerald! They've definitely inspired me to create more!
Gerald is such a good reviewer it doesn't even make sense.
Came for the camera, staying for the chickens.
This guy gets it. 👆
Hilarious.
This is my next camera.
My 6400 will be my new backup.
My Rooster Cruiser is here.
Reading the ad during the audio test 👏🏻😂 Storyblocks should be giving you a raise, genius way to make people actually listen
Amazing vid thanks Gerald for the helpful info.
Guess I'm still getting the A7SIII. 😅
I may have pre-ordered 2... One for handheld and one for gimbal use at weddings.
And I guess same here...
safe to say this was never supposed to even compare up to the A7S3, so yes def go for that one still if the budget is there.
This is not a replacement I’m so tired of seeing people acting like Sony hurt them personally with this camera. This is meant to complement your Siii or riii or riv. This is for people who don’t want to carry their full gear. This paired with a pancake lens is the street photographers dream. This is not your hybrid beast meant for making the big bucks on. People will pay 4000 for a compact Leica and nobody bashes them. Why is this any different?
@@RiceCubeTech I completely agree with, they are for different purposes. However, I was happy to sacrifice a bunch of specific A7SIII features for the cheaper price, but it seems I'm gonna have to bankrupt myself. 😅
Quirk reduction. I like it!
THE BEST CAMERA REVIEWER BAR-NONE !! I bought this in May 2023 as a B camera for my Sony a7Siii along with the Smallrig cage to give it some weight and a much deeper silicone grip. AMAZING! Yes it has some limitations but my big A camera has all the bells and whistles. I put the baby camera on a tripod and it records my wide shots while I run and gun with my a7Siii - same colour science and great low-light sensitivity so I can safely push my ISO! Very very happy so thanks Gerald!! 🇨🇦📸😎
Thanks for all the effort you go to to put so much detail into your videos!
I was refreshing the page till the video poped up because I knew it was coming lol
Our conversation immediately after watching. Nikki: That was a good review. Jason: But he didn't talk about any knurling. Nikki: There probably wasn't any. Jason: But I wanted to hear about knurling.
You guys 😁
Hello Gone with the Wynns from a subscriber from N.J.
Once again a thorough and detailed review of a new product. Well done Gerald Un..done
thanks for the awesome video Gerald. Your work is extremely impressive.
Sony: *_"How many different camera bodies you want?"_*
Sony Aps-c users: *_"What about us!?"_*
Caldera APS-C doesn’t get as much love because too many people think in terms of “bigger is better”. It is an unfortunate fashion trend because there are times when smaller sensors with increased depth of field are the best choice.
artistjoh just... stop down? The iso performance and larger sensor size will negate the loss in large aperture sizes on the apsc.
the MFT lover in me is dying the smaller these FF cameras get. WILD.
Canons RP is lighter.
Why can't we camera lovers love ALL cameras..... They're like Bond girls to me.....
S1H looms over all FF but MFT will ALways BBC smaller & cuter..... AL
@@77dynamite i love all cameras i'm just losing faith in MFT.
I just sold my G9. Getting S5.
@@bavideomaker29 yup i sold one of my GH5's for the S5
Your reviews are unbelievably good!
Great information delivered in such soothing voice makes this video perfect.
Flip Screen, Microphone jack, Small size, FF sensor
**Camera Conspiracies Song starts playing in the background**
🎵 all I want is the perfect camera 🎵
Fantastic overview as always from the purple studio that is Gerald Undone. 🎉👍 I liked how you broke down the differences, changes and similarities to the A7III. While I’m going to hold out for the A74, I can definitely see how a A7CII in the future could become the perfect budget full frame camera.
Exactly. First gen products are for proof of concept 2nd and third gen are for perfecting what was there first gen. Glad to see someone isn’t just blind hating
@@RiceCubeTech I also think, that this camera was in development for a longer time. They did not know how the powerful technology of an A7S3 would perform in such a small body and therefore went with the A73 tech. Next time it will probably be more up to date. Hopefully with better EVF, bigger grip and maybe the dial at the front with two custom buttons.
brilliant video. Thanks for helping us all out!
searching the whole internet for the A7III's native ISO's like forever and Gerald... my man you saved my life...... thanks :):):)
"Hi, I'm Marques Undone and I've had the a7C for about 2 weeks now." 😉 JK. Loved the review. Nice work as always.
Or gerald Brownlee :
I am using this ...... For few weeks !
But gerald undone has something unique
This video will not be seen by ..... Brand until i upload it for you!
🤣😭😭 most definitely gave me Marques vibes.
“Say hello to my little friend”
-Sony Montana-
Ha!
I feel like I've held the camera in my hands. What a fantastic review. Gerald, you've undone it again!
Great job! Keep on pushing forward!
I'll tell you what it means for the future, it means a more expensive a7 IV
It means a74 much later than most people expect
@@alexmeier19 good point, hope a74 will have new touch menu & 4k60
Sad
I'm willing to pay, as long as it's what I want. Unlike this camera :-(.
Who else sings along with the intro every time haha
Insanely helpful video. Thank you.
The Best Explanation and Comparison Video of these Cameras I have found in the Internet. Thank You So Much Sir. ...
really Great Work.
Damn I thought I was fast.....but I cant even compete to get "FIRST"....
Should be about half the price... ergonomics is also compromised.
Uh no. You’re looking at it compared to their full size bodies. This is not that. This is hot a replacement and you’re looking at the product from your life. Not someone who would find this. The tech to make it this small costs a lot. Offering it for half the price would make zero sense and have zero incentive for Sony to make that. For the people who want to do low key street photography this is perfect. No other camera this small will compare to the lowlight and straight up stills quality.
@@RiceCubeTech any nicer, faster lens and you cant even hold that tiny body because it will be too front heavy. And you will need to add a cage and grips.
I don't know, even the RP was pushing it. This is just small for the sake of small, it seems. Maybe it is just a vloggers camera to be used with small primes.
Always the best in depth reviews. You need to do audio books 👏👏
Such a GREAT detailed review. Love your videos, keep up the great work!
The Canon eos R6 is pretty awesome.
Technically a discounted a7iii with the evf chopped off. “New concept”.
Great review Gerald!, loved your channel
Fantastic overview, expertly done, as usual. I love only needing to check this channel for camera news, saves me so much time. :)
Intro: they put in all the tech from the older cameras!
Rest of review: actually they didn’t.
Who else ran to see if Gerald posted a video?
Love your indepth reviews as always.
Just a note on the stabilization though - it’s possible the difference in overall stabilization between the two is the size and weight difference between the two cameras right? The A7iii is bigger and heavier and is therefore easier to hold steady. Especially with the reduction in size on the A7c’s hand grip.
I’m very interested in this camera. Seems like an ideal b-cam to my a7iii.
This camera is exciting for me because it's exactly what I wanted. Left-hand side evf alone is worth it for me. I will be seriously considering this for use with all my vintage lenses.
Thanks for this, I can skip the Sony presentation
You’re like Chris Stuckmann of cameras man.
Awesome review, thanks!
Excellent Video Gerald , Yours was the first review i saw
7:17 why is no one talking about this! this is why i always watch your review first. smh
Why the hell does it have the old menu!??
Great review, now I’m actually considering this camera, after understanding the pros and cons better.
Other than this was just a great video overall, I'd like to say that I especially appreciate the audio in your videos. They are on point!
Oh come on. It’s a crippled 2 year old camera, nothing exciting about it. And it’s not that tiny. The difference is not that significant. No buttons, no joystick, 4000 shutter, flash sync 160, etc. unless you need a flip screen just buy the III.
As an A7iii owner I have to say this camera is a HUGE disappointment and a missed opportunity.
It’s not an A7 IV. It’s different. It’s not for me but I think it’s more UA-cam centric
@@kingsamvisuals "UA-cam centric" - I wouldn't even say that, the IBIS is worse, the pre-amp is audibly worse. It's just a bunch of old parts crammed into a new body which is a complete piss take. Why anybody would buy this over an A7iii is beyond me.
1991ClarkJames currently it’s 1800 usd. I can see this going on sale for 1500 in a few months. Then it would be decent. Otherwise if I want a full frame camera for $1500 the z6 is the one. But personally at $999 the Fuji xt3 is the best deal hybrid camera hands down. I’ll be purchasing one soon.
Fujifilm xt3 & xt4 both are far better then this shit......
Real time tracking though...something the a7iii lacks. That is worth it. For the rest of the features I rather have the a7iii.
wow, first time watch your videos and I am impressed how good you are prepared and how easy and interesting you tell all this "boring" spec information!
Thanks for video, perfect as always, regards from Belarus!