Sony A7C II: WAIT to Upgrade? I GOT a Second A7C For $980 Instead!

[@GastonShutters]

Bought a second used A7C for $980! and don't regret it a bit. Are you waiting for the A7C II? If so which feature will make a deal sealer for you?

[@bryanladdphotography]

4K 60fps, no crop.

[@GastonShutters]

@@bryanladdphotography hope Sony hears your prayers. We need that !

[@bryanladdphotography]

@@GastonShutters Do you know of any Sony cams that do 4k60 without the crop? I think fx3 and s3 are all we have.

[@Technobby]

​@@bryanladdphotographyZV-E1

[@GastonShutters]

@@bryanladdphotography Yes the FX3 can record up to 4k 60P using the entire sensor.

[@d30gaijin]

I have an A7c on the way to me so I reckon I think it's good for going into 2023, 2024, 2025 and beyond.

[@GastonShutters]

Hell yeah

[@christopherkorey2602]

I own the A7C and the A7RV and while the RV is and incredible camera I enjoy shooting with the A7C much more and at the end of the day that is what matters.

[@GastonShutters]

Well said my friend. I share that though as well

[@klauseibinger6617]

I will Upgrade from my a6000. I will start with the nice APSC lenses that I have. 14,5 MP in Crop Mode is fine anyway for me. AF and Stabilization are what I want.

[@GastonShutters]

Thatd be an Awesome upgrade

[@Alookthroughthelens]

I just picked one up and got it today! its great, but it is going to need some getting used to but I'm loving it so far!

[@GastonShutters]

Hard not to love that little camera! Congrats, enjoy and subscribe for more content about it!

[@GingerSnapps-q6i]

I just purchased an A7C last week, and am excitedly waiting for it to arrive! I am upgrading from my well loved starter camera, the A6000. I was atracted to the small body and the old menu system. Here me out- I have small hands, and my a6000 was amazingly easy for me to hold. Additionaly, although the old menue is a bit clunky- I am used to it! So not having to learn a new menue is going to be great and make using my old camera as a second shooter even easier. I Also had to give this one a go becaus eof the price- I would have loved to wait untill the A7CII hit the market so that the A7C could come down a bit more in price, but I am in a rut with my old gear and realllyyyy needed to upgrade now rather than later. This was a decent price for getting me out of APSC into FF considering I also needed to puchase a lense.

[@GastonShutters]

That’s great! Hope you enjoy it. This was my point in the video. Glad you were able to upgrade. Make sure to sub if you haven’t done it as I’ll be posting more content about the A7C

[@GingerSnapps-q6i]

@@GastonShutters Update! the camera has arrived! I excitedly unboxed it yesterday to take some test shots and was absolutly blown away with the quality difference from my old A6000, I was expecting the photos to be better, but not THIS MUCH BETTER. I am actualy really excited to try out the auto mode. I couldnt trust my A6000 with it-everything would come out grainy becuase it would shoot the ISO to high, so I had to use the manual mode. I almost cried tears of joy when I poped my test shots into LR. My only qualm so far? the articulating screen is going to take some getting used to compaired to my old tilt screen. Definatly subscribing or more content as I get to know my new best freind, the A7C!

[@GastonShutters]

@@GingerSnapps-q6i so glad you love it. Easy camera to get around. It has everything you may need and more. Thanks for the sub, and I'll make sure to keep pumping more A7C content.

[@ALWH1314]

I shoot my A7C more than my A7RV, would love to have a newer version A7C if it has A7RV type of screen. AI autofocus be great but not absolutely necessary for me. Carry two A7C for travel is not only smaller, lighter but also attract less attention. Don’t care about video, that my Insta360’s job. A6700 looks pretty good but full frame still has the advantage of better depth of field.

[@GastonShutters]

Sane here

[@DDHDTV]

will keep my eyes open. Hopefully I can get one for sub 1000 as well. maybe when the a7cii lunches. Still rocking my 8 year old a6000 :)

[@GastonShutters]

OfferUp is where I got mine.

[@iamkailong]

a brand new a7c is less than $1200, if the Lumix s9 isn’t good enough, I will pick it as my camera for sure.

[@GastonShutters]

you wont regret the A7C

[@lichuuuuu]

I value convenience a lot, and this is the most versatile and convenient camera out there, considering how much it costs. I purchased one a month ago brand new upgrading from a sony a6000. It's not about the camera, it's about the person behind the camera, you can do amazing work with any camera if you give yourself the oportunity.

[@GastonShutters]

You said it right. Enjoy your A7C

[@kaleb4299]

Upgraded from a6000 as well. Worth it. I have zero complaints and have had my a7c for almost a year

[@willbrink]

I don't see it anywhere for under approx $1500.

[@GastonShutters]

OfferUp

[@GastonShutters]

Try eBay as well.

[@studiovitta]

I have two 7c and I work at National tv for outdoor work, gimbal slider and a lot of travels Two years they work every day almost full time and 2023 full 4K I have 7 lenses 3 of them primes I dint have any problem at all and they don’t make any issue at all For me work horses I have also A7RII for backup camera with no problem at all according the release 2015 and fix the no time limit

[@GastonShutters]

Yeah man. True workhorse with no heat issues. At least you can record for over 2.5 hours

[@isonny2010]

I bought a7c during the 2021 lockdown. And since that it has become my primary camera for my real estate work. I still have my a7iii but it is mostly stays in my camera bag. That said when the mkii release I am going to either get the mkii or the R version.

[@GastonShutters]

A7C excellent camera.

[@GonzTheRealtorGA]

This camera is solid for both photo & video! I’ve gone through several cameras & brands over the last couple of years, but I always seem to want this type of camera. Convenient, portable and great image quality. Definitely still worth buying in 2023!!

[@GastonShutters]

Totally agree! Thanks for sharing !

[@MarinaGarrison]

Click bait? Going rate everywhere is $1300-1400USD. Not $980.

[@GastonShutters]

Marina. I got mine on OfferUp. Go check out right now. Not click bait. I’m holding the second camera in the thumbnail (the black one) on eBay there is one for $1100 and change. right now. Don’t Google them. Go to the different market places. Mine was in mint condition and bought it from a seller with tons of reviews and transaction history. Don’t buy from people with no feedback or from new accounts though.

[@chosenideahandle]

I sold mine for $900 ($1200 Canadian) with a Lim's leather half case and strap.

[@Kunal0915]

I chose the A7 III for its numerous controls and dials. The AF is pretty usable even in 2023. It makes for a great combo along with the Tamron 28-75 G2 Not to mention the Flip Up screen.

[@GastonShutters]

A7III still a great camera. The only caviar is the 30 minute limitation. But not a big deal to hit record again. That’s how I shot into the last. We get spoiled fast.

[@Kunal0915]

@@GastonShutters I hope the A7C II will have a couple of fn buttons more and a front dial. But you're right. The A7C/ A7 III are a great bargain refurbed or open box. Just got a mint unused A7 III for £1100.

[@stevenwaldstein2249]

I had actually already upgraded when I traded my A7C for a A7IV because I’m primarily a still shooter. That said a rebought another A7C for the smaller size so now I have both. Depending on what the A7C II is I may upgrade eventually but only if the A7C II has 33 Mpixels, improved IBIS, Autofocus (with AI), etc. we will see. Of course my price was not quite as hoot as yours but it was almost brand new.

[@GastonShutters]

Thanks for sharing.

[@DDHDTV]

it really looks like it will have all that. getting the AF stuff like the a6700 and also the 33MP sensor of the A7IV. so how do you feel about upgrading currently?

[@S3l3ct1ve]

A7C is so uncomfortable to hold especially with bigger lens. The grip is so small, if you put a bigger lens on it the gap between the grip and a lens is so small, your fingers might not be able to fit in between the grip and the lens... There is no dedicated button to zoom in, so you cant really use the camera with manual focus lenses. You have to assign the zoom option to one of the custumizable buttons, and the only button that would fit the need is the AF lock in button, which is actually not that comfortable to use as a zoom button. So manual lens shooters forget this camera and go for A7III instead.

[@GastonShutters]

I shoot with Leica Ms as well so any slight grip to me feels unbelievable.

[@XboxTheBeatboxer]

I could tell the difference between the cameraa photos in all cases. But the A7C is still the camera I'd recommend. It's the different between good and more good. If you are capturing compelling images, it won't matter either way. And the dynamic range is great in all cases.

[@GastonShutters]

Thanks for your input

[@angeldc54]

I fear A7c II will be heavier, bulkier and way more expensive than mark I. So this is a camera with extraordinary value.

[@SILVERTC2005]

I am currently in a position where I am trying to decide between buying a A7C or an A7iii

[@GastonShutters]

Check some used A7IV if you can people are offloading then on eBay and that camera is marvelous for the price and feature it packs

[@SilatShooter]

Understand why you jumped on this. But for me, not having a front dial and that evf were deal-breakers for me. So I'm sitting tight and hoping they address these.

[@GastonShutters]

Go with what suits you man. That’s the best you can do. I personally got used to not having the front dial specially since I’ve been shooting with lenses with aperture rings.

[@arthurlbn]

I want a a7c ii with high iso capability in low light situation like S5. The image form s5 is cleaner in high iso.

[@GastonShutters]

That’d be awesome !

[@MonsieurSingh]

Sold my a6500 and sigma 1.4 16mm/30mm lens. Got the a7c for 1300. And I got the sigma 35mm and 85mm 1.4 for 1k cash.

[@GastonShutters]

Bling! That’s a great deal

[@movielover2172]

You got it in 989$ doesn't mean everybody can find it in 980$. So it becomes irrelevant to us

[@GastonShutters]

If you are patient and negotiate you can. Especially now that the A7CII should be announced any time. Put some time in and you’ll find it.

[@user-sf5bt8eb4y]

I made the same decision, got the A7C for $1000. great value for $

[@GastonShutters]

For sure

[@carolchennning9188]

i just ordered an A7C and realized that the mark ii is probably coming up in 3 months. Trying to cancel this order. I really hope mark ii is within my budget. Or mark i will be greatly discounted after mark ii is announced.

[@GastonShutters]

No one knows exactly when the A7CII will be out. But I will try to get my hands on a used Sony A7IV instead if you want video and great photos plus more rest and still great low light performance

[@joseqmedina101]

if is gonna be an A7IV in another body there won´t be an upgrade at all

[@GastonShutters]

It should have front dial which is not present in the current version and slightly better evf and screen. Hopefully

[@charmerci]

I'm calling BS, I've been looking at a7C's for a year and I haven't seen any used ones for under $1200/1300. (Granted, I haven't been looking every day.)

[@GastonShutters]

I got it from a local photographer on OfferUp. You won’t find those prices on eBay where people pay insane fees, not on photography sites as they want that big profit. Try OfferUp and make an Offer. I brought SD card and lens before buying and we met at Starbucks. Something that I cannot do when I shop on eBay.

[@charmerci]

@@GastonShutters I live in a small town. The market is limited here. :-(

[@GastonShutters]

@@charmerci Gotcha. You may find someone a few minutes or hour drive from you. I'm in Miami so wasn't too hard to find someone wanting to part ways with one. Guy wanted 1200 I had less than 1K to spend, he agreed.

[@Roger-il8iw]

Is the original a7c not better than the 6700 already?

[@GastonShutters]

In photos superior. In video the A6700 is ahead with its 10 bit capability faster sensor readout and better AF

[@nicedward7544]

Waiting for the cii to come out to buy the original when prices fall off the used market.

[@GastonShutters]

Awesome

[@wearetrackclub]

Great video! Nice explanation of the features 👍

[@GastonShutters]

Thank you hope you had enjoyed it and that I’ve earned your sub.

[@joylandimmanuel9975]

Heard it will be Come in OCTOBER 2023 26MP maybe?

[@GastonShutters]

That’s fine with me!

[@almightyri1757]

I am overdue for an upgrade with my a6000. I don't know how much longer I can hold out

[@GastonShutters]

Apparently the A7C II will be announced in less than a month, and I assume a few months after they start shipping.

[@Trianglemedia-mg1ce]

in terms of photograhy no big difference... but in terms of video... cmon - 10 bit video, catalyst browse stab etc + h265 codec (havc hs) its a huge difference

[@GastonShutters]

Yeah in video the 10 bit is a big deal

[@skullwidget6958]

It would be so awesome If there were a a7 c II with 24 MP vor Hybrid and Something Like a a7 rc with the Same size, but 33 MP but more fore taking Photos but casual Video recording for private use ore shorter Videotime ore maybe with a crop. I would Go for that because i Love taking Photos and dont need it for Videos.

[@GastonShutters]

Yeah there is a rumor that it could retain a 24mp sensor but I think it’s going to be 33MP. Only one model.

[@RockyMaiviaMiami]

Great deal

[@GastonShutters]

Hahaha watch the video 😂 I just hit the publish button 🤣

[@RockyMaiviaMiami]

@@GastonShuttersHaa, I see $980 A7c, I say Bravo 👏 👏😂

[@GastonShutters]

@rocksthaman hahah. Thanks for stopping by Rock!

[@LMPS5]

Im gonna wait til oct if they dont release it by that im getting a74

[@GastonShutters]

A7IV is great

[@motebike]

10bit 4.2.2 internally is what matters. Period.

[@GastonShutters]

Fair enough!

[@movielover2172]

Where did you got that?

[@GastonShutters]

OfferUp

My perfect camera would be something like a9iii: 24mpx, body like and speed of a1, screen and AF of the a7rv, ISO similar to a7siii, 4k 120fps 10 bit 4:10:10

[@GastonShutters]

Great choice. And thank you for stopping by. Hope I earned your sub. ❤️

[@CO8848_2]

You know, when a7cii comes out, this will go to $800 maybe

[@GastonShutters]

I doubt it. New probably $1400

[@francoismarc3]

Yoo, I was just about to make a video on this! I was mulling over the ZV-E1, but was undecided. I'm a photographer first but wanted something light to vlog with for my main channel besides the big full frames. I tested out the A7c three days ago and thought it was absolutely perfect. Wait for the mark II? What do you think?

[@GastonShutters]

I’m gonna get it when it comes out if it doesn’t over heat. I’m planning to keep my two A7C mark one anyway i can also always repurpose it for 2nd angle or over head camera.

[@francoismarc3]

@@GastonShutters agreed

[@GastonShutters]

👍

[@DannysHauntedJourney]

Should have waited. Now you just have two decent cameras.

[@GastonShutters]

Don’t get me wrong. I’m getting the A7CII but I needed two great small FF cameras now.

[@manuelgiron6683]

What camera you recommend if I’m a tattoo artist? Thank you

[@GastonShutters]

To be honest the A7C for the price is great. Or the A7IV if you are into video and editing color a lot. Otherwise the A7C may be good enough for photo and all the video social media needs.

[@manuelgiron6683]

Perfect thank you so much 🙏🏽

[@GastonShutters]

You are very welcome. Hope you are enjoying the channel. New content coming very soon about my experience with both A7C.

[@manuelgiron6683]

Yes I’m learning a lot about cameras on this channel It would be appreciated if you can do a review on Fuji film cameras especially the xt5

[@movielover2172]

you messed up.Should have waited

[@GastonShutters]

Waiting is missing shots.

[@ulfw]

Makes no sense

[@GastonShutters]

Don’t have to make sense to make sense.