I just got my C400 a week ago. Previously I was running a C70 and an R5 so the C400 is now my A Cam and the C70 is B Cam / Gimbal. So far I am absolutely in love with this thing. I was far too vested in Canon glass to ever consider switching brands and I waited my time for Canon to release this very camera. Highly recommend the C400 to anyone who needs a true A cam and whose business would benefit from such a purchase.
Same. I did the Sony thing for a while and was still able to use all my Canon EF glass in Sony World. I've had the C400 for a few weeks now and I'm so glad I'm back to Canon with this camera. Glad I didn't sell my EF glass, even though I'm adding on some RF glass for better AF performance. And I was very surprised how well the C400 performed on my Ronin RS2 gimbal. With a 16mm f/2.8 RF pancake lens and the stock battery, it balanced perfectly. Seemed to work even smoother than when I run my R6 on that gimbal. Did a walking through a front door shot where I AF tracked a subject and the lighting went from super bright to dim and used the cameras Auto Exposure for that (which I never do with any other camera), and the way the RF lenses smoothly ramp Exposure instead of 'clicking' it down... the shot worked perfectly. Smooth Track with no shake or bounce, smooth AF lock and then transition infinity when the subject cleared the frame and totally smooth auto exposure management through a tough lighting transition. Really loving this camera.
@@blackburst1 keen to see that shot! Yeah I’m slowly (very slowly) changing over to the rf versions. Defs think there are auto focus advantages for sure 👍
Many of us spend too much time worrying about gear. I’ve certainly been guilty of it. However, when the C400 came out, I jumped from the FX6. It was an easy decision for MY purposes. But it’s a very personal decision. When I have issues with my footage, the fault is typically the person I see in the mirror.
@@videographerstuff539 No. I came to video from photography and I was a Canon shooter. I bought a used FX6 for its amazing low light capabilities. But since I film wildlife and often predators, I wanted a 6k camera. And fortunately I already have a good collection of Canon glass.
The Itchy feet concept is an interesting way to frame this. I’m at a point where my a7s3 is starting to fall a little short of what I need and feeling a little dated. It’s been a great cam and has great value but I find myself needing a bit more resolution and a bit more dynamic range. The release of the c400 doesn’t have me ready to switch all together but looking at the fx6 and fx9, they don’t feel like enough of an upgrade to justify the spend (especially with the age on those cams). And even the Burano doesn’t tick all the boxes for me so really losing hope that an fx6ii or FX9ii will come in to save the day speced with what I’m looking for. I also feel like Sony did us a7s3 users pretty dirty, dropping the fx3 right after our return periods were over and then giving nearly no firmware support for 4 years while all kinds of cams a fraction of the price got the latest bells and whistles. I’m definitely eyeing up Red and Blackmagic more than anything in the Sony line.
Yeah that’s pretty rough of Sony! Defs not the time to buy a fx6 this late in the cycle. That’s unless someone is offloading one cheap. The burano seemed to be priced pretty high for what it is. Would you consider it if it was cheaper?
@ I do a fair amount of outdoor industry and wildlife types of projects. And I’m finding for wildlife work it really is worth it to be able to deliver in 4k, but just by nature of the work, there are a lot of instances where some cropping is necessary to fill the frame and show detail. To crop and publish in 4k of course means shooting 8k but for faster moving subject such as heron it’s great to be able to slow down the action sometimes. I think the Burano is geared more for a multi person production and I probably wouldn’t take advantage of all the I/O. If I go purely by checking the most boxes, the best fit on the market is a Red Raptor XL in S35 with its 8k120. But at $35k body only, that’s not happening. Now Red Komodo X is only 6k but will shoot 6k 80fps in red raw and can be kitted for $10-15k so that’s a possibility. I just don’t see a future where the fx6ii or fx9ii will come in with what I’m looking for because it would put them ahead of Burano. Which is a shame because the form factor and VND is perfect for what I do (used to shoot an FS5)
It’s might be a few minutes until we get 8k 120fps under $10k 😜 How much cropping are you doing in the 4k footage? Is it distractingly obvious if you output it at 4K in the edit?
@@videographerstuff539 with wildlife work, I find myself cropping a good amount. Usually a 1080p composition cropping the 4k up to 100% scale. I don’t think cropping in on 4k clips in a 4k composition would be acceptable quality. Yes we are a ways out from affordable 8k 120fps, but look at the price of the Burano and I believe that caps out at 8k 30fps, while a raptor can be had for a similar price. Not apples to apples my point is mostly that while sony has a decent offering for certain users, they need to up their game in this area. Based on the Burano and A1ii I am anticipating the fx6ii and FX9ii falling short of what I’m looking for. I’d love to just stay with Sony and not need a bunch of new glass but what do I do? Wait another 5 years for mark 3 versions of their cine line?
There’s always a give and take! I’m staying with Canon my R5C has had so many firmware updates, it’s a whole new camera!! I will say we are in a time where 4 years old means your camera is old….. that’s crazy. I’m saving for the C400. After that I’m done with buying cameras for at least 10 years.
Canon has defs shown the love with so many firmware updates. It’s nice not to be left behind even when newer cameras come out. I’ve been really happy pairing r5c and c400 together. They look good together in post.
Great stuff. Kudos for the anti-GAS content. I have known for years now that if I was starting from scratch, Sony would be where I’m at. But I’m not starting from scratch. I started from Canon in 2007 and my workflows and lenses have been with Canon. It would take a big problem to switch to Sony.
Thanks! And like really, want could happen to the gear we have right this minute that would make it it useable??? I mean if canon moved to a subscription model where you had to pay for everyone minute of recording or to unlock codecs that would be pretty annoying.
As a Canon shooter, I've been struggling with the decision to switch over to Sony. I'm quite unique in this scenario in that I have the opportunity to get all the lenses I want and an FX6 all brand new for half off, along with two other bodies for 20% off. I am an R3 shooter who's been wanting to buy a C400 and am very comfortable using my Canon gear, but to break even/spend a little extra when making the switch is a very hard decision.
Great video! What Camera and lens did you use to film your talking head? Looks great. I've had the FX6 and FX3 from the beginning, what I hate most about them is the moire and aliasing and the mushy codecs with that weird Sony tint. Canon and Nikon have much cleaner color. Thanks.
This video was with my c70, 50mm 1.4 and a Godox panel bouncing of the wall. I must admit I’ve never really enjoyed Sonys blues in the highlights. I can spot it a mile away!
This has inspired a video topic for me. I’m trying to make a list. Care to contribute? (With credit of course!) BEFORE YOU BUY: 1) Will this make me FASTER? 2) Will this improve my QOL? 3) Will this make something I COULDN’T do for an upcoming project possible? (If this is your main reason, rent it!) Must include 2 out of 3 before seriously considering.
I like this! Yeah something around the following, no stress if you don’t use them either ☺️ Will the client notice? Is there return on the investment Do you feel emotionally attached Have you physically tried/ tested said item Ask a friend/ colleague their thoughts Ask someone who has it what they done like about it and would they buy it again
That is the difference with Canon and Sony shooters. You are reasonable and saying don't grab your credit card and go nuts. On the other hand I saw MANY Sony shooters trashing the C70 and telling people to dump Canon a few years ago. It's funny. Now most of those same people have dumped Sony and are shooting RED of something else. I too am well vested in Canon. I never complained. I never had an issue. But I am gonna go the other way. Dump Sony and get a Canon C400!!! Ha.
Well the internal ND’s work !! Great shot!!
Haha thanks heaps!
Thats the perfect situation!
I just got my C400 a week ago. Previously I was running a C70 and an R5 so the C400 is now my A Cam and the C70 is B Cam / Gimbal.
So far I am absolutely in love with this thing. I was far too vested in Canon glass to ever consider switching brands and I waited my time for Canon to release this very camera.
Highly recommend the C400 to anyone who needs a true A cam and whose business would benefit from such a purchase.
Such a good combo! Oh man we were all very patient waiting for the c400! But as you said, very much worth it!
Same. I did the Sony thing for a while and was still able to use all my Canon EF glass in Sony World. I've had the C400 for a few weeks now and I'm so glad I'm back to Canon with this camera. Glad I didn't sell my EF glass, even though I'm adding on some RF glass for better AF performance. And I was very surprised how well the C400 performed on my Ronin RS2 gimbal. With a 16mm f/2.8 RF pancake lens and the stock battery, it balanced perfectly. Seemed to work even smoother than when I run my R6 on that gimbal. Did a walking through a front door shot where I AF tracked a subject and the lighting went from super bright to dim and used the cameras Auto Exposure for that (which I never do with any other camera), and the way the RF lenses smoothly ramp Exposure instead of 'clicking' it down... the shot worked perfectly. Smooth Track with no shake or bounce, smooth AF lock and then transition infinity when the subject cleared the frame and totally smooth auto exposure management through a tough lighting transition. Really loving this camera.
@@blackburst1 keen to see that shot!
Yeah I’m slowly (very slowly) changing over to the rf versions. Defs think there are auto focus advantages for sure 👍
Many of us spend too much time worrying about gear. I’ve certainly been guilty of it. However, when the C400 came out, I jumped from the FX6. It was an easy decision for MY purposes. But it’s a very personal decision. When I have issues with my footage, the fault is typically the person I see in the mirror.
Welcome to club canon :)
Did you have much glass to change over as well?
@@videographerstuff539 No. I came to video from photography and I was a Canon shooter. I bought a used FX6 for its amazing low light capabilities. But since I film wildlife and often predators, I wanted a 6k camera. And fortunately I already have a good collection of Canon glass.
The Itchy feet concept is an interesting way to frame this. I’m at a point where my a7s3 is starting to fall a little short of what I need and feeling a little dated. It’s been a great cam and has great value but I find myself needing a bit more resolution and a bit more dynamic range. The release of the c400 doesn’t have me ready to switch all together but looking at the fx6 and fx9, they don’t feel like enough of an upgrade to justify the spend (especially with the age on those cams). And even the Burano doesn’t tick all the boxes for me so really losing hope that an fx6ii or FX9ii will come in to save the day speced with what I’m looking for. I also feel like Sony did us a7s3 users pretty dirty, dropping the fx3 right after our return periods were over and then giving nearly no firmware support for 4 years while all kinds of cams a fraction of the price got the latest bells and whistles. I’m definitely eyeing up Red and Blackmagic more than anything in the Sony line.
Yeah that’s pretty rough of Sony! Defs not the time to buy a fx6 this late in the cycle. That’s unless someone is offloading one cheap.
The burano seemed to be priced pretty high for what it is. Would you consider it if it was cheaper?
@ I do a fair amount of outdoor industry and wildlife types of projects. And I’m finding for wildlife work it really is worth it to be able to deliver in 4k, but just by nature of the work, there are a lot of instances where some cropping is necessary to fill the frame and show detail. To crop and publish in 4k of course means shooting 8k but for faster moving subject such as heron it’s great to be able to slow down the action sometimes. I think the Burano is geared more for a multi person production and I probably wouldn’t take advantage of all the I/O. If I go purely by checking the most boxes, the best fit on the market is a Red Raptor XL in S35 with its 8k120. But at $35k body only, that’s not happening. Now Red Komodo X is only 6k but will shoot 6k 80fps in red raw and can be kitted for $10-15k so that’s a possibility. I just don’t see a future where the fx6ii or fx9ii will come in with what I’m looking for because it would put them ahead of Burano. Which is a shame because the form factor and VND is perfect for what I do (used to shoot an FS5)
It’s might be a few minutes until we get 8k 120fps under $10k 😜
How much cropping are you doing in the 4k footage? Is it distractingly obvious if you output it at 4K in the edit?
@@videographerstuff539 with wildlife work, I find myself cropping a good amount. Usually a 1080p composition cropping the 4k up to 100% scale. I don’t think cropping in on 4k clips in a 4k composition would be acceptable quality. Yes we are a ways out from affordable 8k 120fps, but look at the price of the Burano and I believe that caps out at 8k 30fps, while a raptor can be had for a similar price. Not apples to apples my point is mostly that while sony has a decent offering for certain users, they need to up their game in this area. Based on the Burano and A1ii I am anticipating the fx6ii and FX9ii falling short of what I’m looking for. I’d love to just stay with Sony and not need a bunch of new glass but what do I do? Wait another 5 years for mark 3 versions of their cine line?
I was super stressed! This calmed my nerves, Thank you
👍 Are you shooting with fx6?
Note: I said 13 years with canon, I meant to say 6 years, I only changed to Canon in 2018.
(13 years was when I sold my Nikon d3 for the Nikon d810)
There’s always a give and take! I’m staying with Canon my R5C has had so many firmware updates, it’s a whole new camera!! I will say we are in a time where 4 years old means your camera is old….. that’s crazy. I’m saving for the C400. After that I’m done with buying cameras for at least 10 years.
Canon has defs shown the love with so many firmware updates. It’s nice not to be left behind even when newer cameras come out. I’ve been really happy pairing r5c and c400 together. They look good together in post.
Thanks for the video, great info
Cheers!
Great stuff. Kudos for the anti-GAS content. I have known for years now that if I was starting from scratch, Sony would be where I’m at. But I’m not starting from scratch. I started from Canon in 2007 and my workflows and lenses have been with Canon. It would take a big problem to switch to Sony.
Thanks! And like really, want could happen to the gear we have right this minute that would make it it useable??? I mean if canon moved to a subscription model where you had to pay for everyone minute of recording or to unlock codecs that would be pretty annoying.
As a Canon shooter, I've been struggling with the decision to switch over to Sony. I'm quite unique in this scenario in that I have the opportunity to get all the lenses I want and an FX6 all brand new for half off, along with two other bodies for 20% off. I am an R3 shooter who's been wanting to buy a C400 and am very comfortable using my Canon gear, but to break even/spend a little extra when making the switch is a very hard decision.
Yeah wow that is a hard one, almost a nil cost change over makes it interesting.
Is there a client benefit to making the switch atm?
Totalt agree. Own many different brands. (Not fx6) I think fx6 seems like a great camera. Keep it if you got it!
Cheers John!
C80 is the way.. just waiting on the FX6II to match the C80.. 😉
It will be very interesting what Sony pack into fx6ii
Great video! What Camera and lens did you use to film your talking head? Looks great. I've had the FX6 and FX3 from the beginning, what I hate most about them is the moire and aliasing and the mushy codecs with that weird Sony tint. Canon and Nikon have much cleaner color. Thanks.
This video was with my c70, 50mm 1.4 and a Godox panel bouncing of the wall.
I must admit I’ve never really enjoyed Sonys blues in the highlights. I can spot it a mile away!
Just wait till RED Nikon drops and we all lose our minds all over again
Hahaha you’ve seen the future! This is very true!
This has inspired a video topic for me. I’m trying to make a list. Care to contribute? (With credit of course!)
BEFORE YOU BUY:
1) Will this make me FASTER?
2) Will this improve my QOL?
3) Will this make something I COULDN’T do for an upcoming project possible? (If this is your main reason, rent it!)
Must include 2 out of 3 before seriously considering.
I like this!
Yeah something around the following, no stress if you don’t use them either ☺️
Will the client notice?
Is there return on the investment
Do you feel emotionally attached
Have you physically tried/ tested said item
Ask a friend/ colleague their thoughts
Ask someone who has it what they done like about it and would they buy it again
Just say it, Canon colors. Lol
Haha just trying to protect myself…. 😝
That is the difference with Canon and Sony shooters. You are reasonable and saying don't grab your credit card and go nuts. On the other hand I saw MANY Sony shooters trashing the C70 and telling people to dump Canon a few years ago. It's funny. Now most of those same people have dumped Sony and are shooting RED of something else. I too am well vested in Canon. I never complained. I never had an issue. But I am gonna go the other way. Dump Sony and get a Canon C400!!! Ha.
Haha 😜 or let’s go full circle here, I’m going to sell my house and buy an Alexa. Just need to figure out somewhere to sleep 🤣