Is SONY A7CII the BEST TRAVEL Camera? (Kind of...)

I went to Japan and took Sony A7CII to use it as a Travel Camera and I was pleasantly surprised how much I loved it, but do I recommend it? Not really. In this video I look at what I loved about it and what other camera I might prefer.
A7CII Price: amzn.to/3ROfS9u (aff link)
Free Presets & Sound Effects: jurjax.com
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THE GEAR I USE & RECOMMEND
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► CAMERAS
- Main FF Camera (Sony A7IV) - amzn.to/3Jr3bOz
- Previous FF Camera (Sony A7III) - amzn.to/3DmVrZY
- Main APSC Camera (Sony A6400) - amzn.to/3RlRIlu
- Favourite Budget Camera (Sony A6000) - amzn.to/3WGmdmZ
- Classic Action Camera (GoPro) - amzn.to/3wA6rj0
- Recommended Action Camera (Insta360) - amzn.to/3DpqEMa
► APSC LENSES
- Most Versatile Zoom Lens (Tamron 17-70) - amzn.to/3DnedjX
- Sharpest, Compact Zoom Lens (Sigma 18-50) - amzn.to/3Y9E6vP
- Wide Angle Prime Lens (Sigma 16mm) - amzn.to/3j8Nill
- Favourite Prime Lens (Sigma 30mm) - amzn.to/3XN2pjf
- Best Portrait Lens (Sigma 56mm) - amzn.to/3Y31CKW
► FULL FRAME LENSES
- Favorite All-Around Prime (Sony 35mm) - amzn.to/3Re5eHz
- Cheapest Sony Lens (50mm) - amzn.to/3RbcBjf
- Favorite Portrait Prime (Sony 85mm) - amzn.to/408FY9V
- Wide Angle Zoom Lens (Sony 16-35) - amzn.to/40mkx5o
- All Around Zoom Lens (Sony 24-105) - amzn.to/3Rgq7lJ
- Telephoto Lens (Sigma 100-400) - amzn.to/3HeY6WP
► AUDIO
- Best Music Library (FREE 30-day trial) - bit.ly/3nnsCp6
- Audio Recorder (Zoom H1) - amzn.to/40cdaNF
- Best Shotgun Mic - (Deity) amzn.to/3DkDmvV
- Budget Shotgun Mic - (Movo) amzn.to/3nn2ZRI
► ACCESSORIES
- My Drone (DJI Mavic)- amzn.to/3HgxrZN
- Main Gimbal (DJI Ronin) - amzn.to/3E9Laz9
- Pro Gimbal (FeiyuTech Scorp) - amzn.to/3XORPZ5
- Pocket RGB LED Light (SmallRig M160) - amzn.to/3j9B1wO
- External Hard Drive (SanDisk Extreme) - amzn.to/2YLRzR3
- SD Card of choice (Angelbird) - amzn.to/3Ju70T0
- Micro SD Card (SanDisk) - amzn.to/3XOSt8X
- Batteries (NP-FW50) - amzn.to/2YLRzR3
- Backpack (Lowepro) - amzn.to/3Yo36zF
► A7IV CAMERA RIG
- Favorite Cage + Top/Side Handle (SmallRig) - amzn.to/3XNtKli
- Camera Batteries (FZ100) - amzn.to/3Dku0Ak
- On-Camera Monitor (Andycine) - amzn.to/3XMV1nU
- Wireless Transmitter - amzn.to/3Rcz8fr
- VND Filters (Freewell) - amzn.to/3JjFhEJ
► STUDIO SETUP
- Main Light (SmallRig RC220B) - amzn.to/3je3y4p
- Softbox (SmallRig) - amzn.to/3jbvMgd
- Tube Lights (Godox TL120) - amzn.to/3j9M0GK
- Tripod (Vanguard VEO2GO) - amzn.to/3kPek1p
- Teleprompter - moman.co/TomsJurjaks-MT12
- Electric Slider - noxon.tech/en/mod-slider/
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[@TomsJurjaks]

Which is your favorite travel camera and why? 📷

[@AIROD_0]

Anything that's available like smartphone. But I'd like to upgrade to a 6400 from a6000

[@felixbrd7305]

My actual gear, the new A6700

[@Lars_Olsen]

A Kodak disposal because I like the clicky noises it makes when you load up for another shot

[@photoreviewed-com]

The smallest kit possible, no matter what system you use 🙂

[@stkuj]

I have the A7Cii + 20-70 F4, iPhone 15 Pro and Pocket 3 as my travel kit. If had to do it again, I agree with you. I should have gotten the 6700.

[@Princeton_James]

I subbed. Great video im really looking forward to the A7cii vs the A6700.

[@joseraulbecerril1389]

Thanks for the advice, the videos are always great. Cheers

[@TomsJurjaks]

Glad you like them! Cheers!

[@Lars_Olsen]

Another awesome video brother! 😊 I will Hopefully have my 6400 soon 😅

[@TomsJurjaks]

I can't wait for the day you get your A6400 - it still is an amazing camera!

[@liamhardie97]

Another great video Toms! Have you used the Sirui sniper lenses? If so what’s your thoughts 💭

[@TomsJurjaks]

Thaaank you buddy! Haha I just got the in mail. I am currently testing them and will make a video very soon so stay tuned 😎

[@margaretisolan9189]

Nice. I am happy that the apsc cameras can hold on to the ff. especially when using software like lightroom

[@TomsJurjaks]

Especially the new generation like A6700 Margareti - that one is definitely amazing competitor.

[@Sonic-Boom]

I have the A6700 with Sigma 56, Sony 16-55 and Sony Fe20mm 1.8. I too thought about moving up to the A7Cr but the price stopped me. I ended up getting a GR3 as an everyday carry and couldn't be happier. They are both great cameras.

[@Princeton_James]

I have the A7IV and a6700. As much as I'd like to get the A7Cii I don't know if I really have a need. The A7IV isn't huge and I personally prefer the bigger grip. If I had the extra cash then maybe but it just doesn't fit my needs right now.

[@rsat9526]

I am using A6700 with Viltrox 27mm, Sigma 56mm and Sigma 18-50mm. Been trying to convince myself to upgrade to A7cii for the 33mp and perhaps slightly better low light but I still could not justify the price differences of the body and lenses. I am not a doing this as a professional and mainly shoot family, life, travel, landscape and occasionally night sky.... Looking forward to your comparison video.

[@masterchaos8671]

Why are you even looking for FF, is there something you are missing out on A6700 in general which is absolutely necessary or is it just the obsession of FF, no offence 😅 kinda in same dilemma

[@rsat9526]

@@masterchaos8671 I know right?…. To me, the only real benefits are 33mp and slightly better low light. That’s all. When it comes to dynamic range I believe it does not really matter as the most demanding scene I do is probably going to need 8-10 stops which the a6700 can easily cover for. What I would lose going A7cii is the 60fps no crop and money for more expensive lenses. These are why I hesitate.

[@zakiradi450]

I have A74. Sold my A7iii last week. Also have Nikon Zf. Love all my cams. But still end up with days without carrying a cam, especially if it’s a hike. So if u are not shooting professionally don’t make a move to full frame. You will end up leaving it behind compared to if you have smaller cams.

[@CorianderAubergine]

This is my dream camera :(

[@pressureworld1]

I enjoyed the video. Which preset did you use to edit pictures shown here?

[@TomsJurjaks]

Thanks so much! I used my "Patagonia Preset Pack" - its almost ready, just need to add it to the website.

[@hobathuannn6645]

I'm stuck between a7iv and a7cii. I shoot 70% photos and 30% videos. Not fully pro yet but have paid jobs here and there. Anyone have suggestions?

[@ZachCartnick]

I was in the same boat. I picked the a7cii bc of the newer auto-focus. I also liked the smaller size

[@christydaniel4140]

Since you do paid jobs i think you should go with a7iv as it has dual card slot and better in performance.

[@frederickmarlee]

A7iv if you have paid jobs, handle good in video too than a7cii

[@maruwaanmoses]

I have both and can confirm that the A74 has better image quality. Dynamic range is better, low light is better and moire performance night and day difference . Most KZbinrs did not mention this when reviewing the camera. But take it from a fellow user, there is a clear difference. Having said that, I prefer the size and weight of my A7cii so use it more than the A74.

[@zakiradi450]

Pro jobs then A74 of course. But if u are just starting out and don’t have as many Sony lenses the check z6iii. Nikon now has a decent lens line up and tamron also open for z mount.

[@deepakpomu3150]

❤

[@TomsJurjaks]

🙌

[@masterchaos8671]

Hey, Just a thought, Why didn’t you go for A7CR?

[@TomsJurjaks]

A7CR is also a great option, but I borrowed the A7CII from my buddy Tung. Need to ask him why he didnt get the A7CR or A7IV instead 😀

[@nandysullivan3005]

whre i can get patagonia preset ?

[@TomsJurjaks]

On my website jurjax.com they will be live very soon! I am finishing the last touches

[@villageblunder4787]

RX1

[@Iamtongue]

Thanks for having the Sony a7cii blessed by monkeys 😀

[@TomsJurjaks]

Haha you are very welcome buddy 😀

[@doctorsnarf8764]

The GR3 is the best travel camera. the XT-5 is second best, NikonZf, LeicaQ3.