Sony A6700 Beginners Guide | How-to Use Camera, Set-up, & Menus

[@SWSchmidt-d3r]

Just paid for a class on this camera yesterday and came across your video today. Learned so much more from your video than what I learned yesterday. Thank you for putting this together.

[@MitchellRoseFilms]

This is unbelievably helpful, and I'm incredibly grateful for your taking the time to do this. For 30 years I've been shooting with film or with a camcorder form-factor so when I picked up this little Sony sweetheart I was overwhelmed by the myriad of new options. This is exactly what I needed. You rock.

[@Jason_Hermann]

I really appreciate the kind words and generous Super Thanks Mitchell :) All the best, Jay

[@MitchellRoseFilms]

@@Jason_Hermann Your video is over an hour long. Most others intros are 20-25 minutes. That's because you say an extra sentence or two about each item. You give some context and meaning rather than merely identifying what's what. That's why your's are so useful. Question for you: S-Log is a new thing for me. It looks like you're also a FCP user. Do you have anything in your videos about how to treat S-Log footage in Final Cut? Thanks so much.

[@Jason_Hermann]

@@MitchellRoseFilms Hey there, and I do have a video talking about S-Log2 kzbin.info/www/bejne/oJ_RaWV8nchnetE , but not Slog 3 which is what this camera is capable of and what I would recommend using... However, my buddy Josh made a really good tutorial video on S-Log3 which I recommend checking out here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kGWslGRvmrVmbLs

[@MitchellRoseFilms]

Hi again. I got this camera for a new project I'm working on which has very kinetic camera operating. I had read that the stabilization was first rate. I have to say I'm very disappointed in the stabilization. I just got an iPhone 15 Pro and the stabilization is far superior. Even just walking in a circle around the subject, the a6700 looks like it doesn't even have stabilization turned on. And Active is to overreactive - for this piece, when I move the camera quickly it overcompensates. Very disappointed and I'm probably going to shoot this film on the iPhone.

[@Jason_Hermann]

The stabilization is relative to the size of the sensor, so yes the iPhone has way better "effective" stabilization. You need a gimbal for a real camera like this to get butter smooth footage. @@MitchellRoseFilms I have this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGofYOKms2Hrs0

[@douglaskjackson1]

This is REALLY WELL DONE. For my 1st day of ownership of an A6700 - this guide has been invaluable -- Thank you

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad it was helpful!

[@montanaranger7376]

This is my first camera. I just wanted to say thank you for what you do. You are a gem of a human.

[@Lens_lores]

Same. My first ever camera and its coming in a week

[@maximilianbamberg9131]

+1

[@bofadeeznuts5179]

Mine too. A few months back. He helped me set up my camera and I keep coming back for refreshers.

[@viswambijivemula9775]

SD card will come along with camera??

[@mikelw6351]

Hey guys! This is also my first camera and it just came in today! Very excited to master this damn thing. How has the experience been for you guys so far being that you are all also beginners?? Was it hard to get the hang of? Do you think you should’ve started off with a “more simple” and less advanced camera? (Asking everyone above^^)

[@davidzhorvath]

Sony should include a QR code which leads directly to this video in the instructions, enclosed in the packaging of the camera. Bravo.

[@Jason_Hermann]

haha, thanks :)

[@elnegaard]

Just curious, did your camera come with instructions? Because mine didn't. I know I can download it online, but I kind of expected a printed manual to be included with a 1700 $ camera... guess not 🙄

[@loubnastoriess]

So helpful

[@Lolo-nn4cl]

Hvala!

[@deepaksherlekar2026]

By far the best tutorial I have come across in the 25+ videos I have gone through in the past week since I bought my camera. Other videos gloss over the mechanics of navigating through a complex web of cascading menus and focus on the purpose and impact of various camera settings. For me, menu navigation was the biggest stumbling block. By offering a set of prescriptive suggestions for different situations, this video also provides a great starting point. Then it point out the impact of individual options to experiment with. Just what I was looking for.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thanks for the very kind words and I'm really glad the video helped put the pieces together for you!

[@randtfilms]

I just got one and this is exactly what i needed. Thanks. Camera doesn't come with a manual. Found it online and it's 528 pages of dense copy. It's nuts how manufacturers rely on people like you to do this these days 😎. Super helpful, keep it up.

[@Jason_Hermann]

You are very welcome!

[@vustatube]

Finally a proper how to use guide for beginners with clear and precise information. It is very hard to find a video like this. I've seen some others and they all tell you how you should set up your camera based on what they think it's best. So thank you for not going down that same path.

[@pughy79]

I’m bet there’s thousands of people like me out there that want to use a good camera, buy one, but just get overwhelmed by the options and (seemingly) complicated process of setting apertures and shutter speeds and ISOs and, on top of that, six million options in the menus! “Can it really be this complicated to take a photo!?” Absolutely super video. Appreciate there’ll always be a certain degree of trial and error for the new user but this video is pitched perfectly for new users like me. I’ve been looking at the RX10 iv but the chap in the shop upsold me to this camera saying “you’d be getting a way better camera for not much more money” with the sigma lens. It weighs loads less and I feel much less intimidated by it so looking forward to getting out and about and shooting! Thanks so much for this video it’s awesome and I’m sure I’ll be watching it a few times as I get to grips with my new toy!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thanks for the very kind words and congratulations on the new awesome camera! The fact that you can put any lens on the A6700 and the sensor is larger, does make it a lot more powerful than the R10 IV for sure! I have a few other videos on the A6700, so be sure to check those out as well! Links in the video description area...

[@davidzhorvath]

Thanks!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you very much!

[@o_penguins]

This deserves more views! ❤

[@ProjectTDX]

Just wanted to drop by and extend a huge thank you for your incredible tutorial video on the Sony Alpha a6700. Your knack for breaking down complex topics into easy-to-understand concepts is truly commendable. I was blown away by the depth of information you provided, making it a breeze for me to grasp even the most intricate details of the camera system. Keep up the fantastic work 😎🤩

[@Jason_Hermann]

Awesome to hear and thank you very much for the kind words 👊

[@davidschmidt5507]

This really was a perfect video for setting up my first camera. I had literally no idea what I was doing until now

[@BlikinU2]

8 years with my A6300 and I was happy. However I now have the A6700 and I am blown away with all great advances. Your "Beginners" guide was so helpful. Thank you for the excellent overview. My challenge is if I can remember more than two of the features. 🥴

[@EYMCRICKETSQUAD]

Great video man.. Just bought this camera.... Learned a lot from this vid

[@dongee1664]

As always, brilliant, clear, and interesting instructions. All reviewers should come here and take notes on how to present.

[@haroldnavarro9055]

The true beginner guide video. Very simple for easy to understand, clean tutorial, very organize, very informative and effective step by step technique. My respect to you Sir Jason!! Thank you for this video guide.

[@Jason_Hermann]

You're very welcome!

[@tpaige101]

I just bought this camera today and thank you so much for this video

[@Jason_Hermann]

You're very welcome!

[@uttiya_basu]

I just received my A6700 today and watching your video. Its very informative. Thanks.

[@geethanjaliritz]

I got my Sony a6700 today and this video of yours is a blessing.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Enjoy your new camera!

[@JaredHoff]

Thanks for breaking everything down so a newb like me can understand. I’ve had my KZbin channel for over 3 years and finally going to try and step up my camera game. Cheers man. See you on the trails sometime.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Ride on Jared and definitely would love to hit the trails with you sometime, because I need to learn how to hit those big drops better ;)

[@JessOrozco]

Wow, thank you so much for taking the time to film this video. You explained everything in detail, which is exactly what I needed. Amazing video!! Thank you again

[@Gunithbalhara]

I saw a couple of videos on setting up the camera for beginners. This is by far the most simple and effective video for people just starting out with their first camera. Thanks Jason!!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Awesome, thank you!

[@OneOfTheSmurfs]

Absolutely mindblowing how good of a tutorial this is. Thank you, man.

[@willfr8]

This is the best guide video I've ever seen

[@jerrywitt4707]

Thank you for all of your hard work creating these videos. They are beyond helpful, you do a great job!!! Thank you very much

[@NoOverhead]

This was awesome!! Just ordered mine and I can't wait for it to arrive. My first "real" camera also. Thank you so much for taking the time to make this.

[@WatchesCanBeFun]

Incredible helpful and in depth. I haven’t finished watching it all yet but it has been helpful so far!

[@thefilmalliance]

What a huuuuuge help. Thanks Jay!

[@Jason_Hermann]

You bet my man, and thanks for the comments 👊

[@refayat7777]

This video is amazing and extremely helpful. Thank you for taking the time to make this video.

[@drcronik0_0]

Just a note to add, you cannot set clear image zoom for photos that are saved to raw and jpeg ath the same time. This video has helped a ton!

[@thatmanmola7709]

My first camera was a RX100 and your video for that taught me everything I needed to know about it. Now I just bought the a6700 and still learning a lot from you and your tutorials. Love your work man. Great job 👏🏾

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you very much for the kind words and happy to help 👊

[@legendranger4584]

I never comment but I just got this camera and was a bit nervous and overwhelmed by all the options but watching your video literally made me figure out everything even tho it’s my first camera ever, thank you good sir.

[@jer3006]

On my 3rd view of this amazing video I finally began to soak it in! Also on the 3rd viewing I finally recognized your reference to turn the aperture ring to the A on the lens for it to work Auto with the a6700. So I appreciate your answering that question for me on your Yongnuo video even though I should have seen it here before (a testament to your extreme patience). Bottom line, thanks to you, the a6700 is no longer intimidating. Thank you for all the effort you put into this video❗

[@dinamika3475]

again this is a free tutorial best ever for 6700, very clear the language and simulations

[@jenniebrand9227]

I really enjoy your style in how you teach and do tutorials. Thank you for this!

[@ben_fraiche]

Bought this camera with a nice starker kit yesterday. As someone new to photo (and my interest: videography) all the options are quite overwhelming. Thank you for taking the time to record this. You explain it all really well, in a nice pace and easy to follow (with some retries ;)). Already feel comfortable handling the different options. Looking forward to advancing to shooting in LOG so I can nicely combine the Sony footage with my drone's footage. You have yourself a new follower!

[@neilk4862]

Great tutorial- thank you sir

[@peterschaldemose7861]

Im picking up this camera tomorrow, and this was great for me to watch. I loved in particular how you explained thefunctnions by examples. I just cant wait to get my hands on it😊

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Mac94920]

Thank you Jason, very informative, maybe a little to much...I was wearing out my finger on the pause button. One question that I am a bit frustrated on. I put the memory card in my computer reader and it only shows the JPEG files, I can not find any video. Can you please tell me what I need to do to have the files show up on the card? Thanks

[@Jason_Hermann]

Yeah, they are in a different folder.... see here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oaebeYx5jqysitk

[@Mac94920]

@@Jason_HermannThank you Jason, "You da man"!

[@LarryEberhard]

Thank you so very much Jason for such a comprehensive review of the Sony a6700.

[@krisbolin]

My first camera. Absolutely amazing video to get me started. Very thorough. Exactly what I was looking for. Followed you as you went with mine in my hands.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Awesome! 👍

[@umang7]

This is THE Video you need to watch if you are new to Sony Alpha 6x00 or specifically 6700 . Even after 1.08 hours, there is so much more that this camera offers were my thoughts. However, this video is apt for me to get started ! Great job there!

[@davidellis7515]

Jay, I purchased my a6700 today and it will be delivered on Sunday. I shot film for manny years, but it has been 20 years sine then so it will be like my first camera. I found your video today and the information is excellent. I will be using this to set up my new camera when it arrives. Thank you!!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Awesome to hear and enjoy your new incredible camera David :)

[@CcTechHelpCc]

I want to echo the point made below. I was overwhelmed by the capabilities of this camera. Having watched your video, in stages, I now know may way around the camera where formerly I felt rather lost! If you are moving from a camera with more traditional features to this camera with modern electronics and AI, watching this video is so helpful. I also like the way no previous knowledge is assumed so that any knew modern features are fully comprehensible. Five stars 😀

[@Jason_Hermann]

I really appreciate the kind words you nailed down exactly what I am trying to do with these beginners guides perfectly 👊 All the best, Jay

[@8OneOfTheNobodies8]

This might be my first real camera and you just got a new sub. Thx!

[@iamkalamkaar8168]

thank u so much fir this there are a few poeple on utube who actually sells good stuff good knowledge and ur one of them happy too u so into teaching ur audience rather than thiinking abt the duration and views and aal that was very helpfull love from india

[@firebird1999us]

This is an excellent video for someone starting out like myself!

[@JPtheOG]

I am going to be buying this camera and i thoroughly enjoyed what you did here. You have such a great way of explaining features by giving context to them. I think you really have a great talent. I'm subscribed and will watch some of your other videos as well.

[@miriamcoix]

Thank you so much for taking the time to go over all of this. Extremely helpful 🙏🏽

[@jagadeeshkannan8460]

Thaks for making such a great video and it really helps me a lot as. Beginner of Sony A6700. Appreciate your efforts.

[@jeffreylaarman1462]

Just watched this video right after receiving my new a6700. Super in-depth guide, thank you!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jasminecurlyn9294]

I need to showing this video because important to me how to handle the new camera sony thank you Sir ♥️ and Im so glad to see your tutorial 💞

[@StephenGu-vz1bk]

Sony is a nice brand so does this video,very useful and impressive

[@STGJones]

Thank you Im considering this camera. This KZbin explained the camera's cabalities very well

[@STGJones]

One question I have that I couldnt find in your excellent video is using sRGB vs RGB color space setting. What is your recommendation? Thank you in advance.

[@ToviaSinger1]

Thank you so much! Please give this guide for the A7C II when it comes out.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Will do!

[@millerfamilyadventure]

Very well done sir! I just unboxed my camera and this video was a fantastic resource to get me started. Cheers!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Great to hear and enjoy your new awesome camera!

[@LuisCalvoSaez]

Hi Jason, I just wanted to say thank you, I bought my camera in japan because I live here but I didnt know sony just include japanese language in this country. So thanks to your video I was able to configurate my camera and figure out where things are. Negative point for Sony Japan.

[@Jason_Hermann]

yeah, I would assume if I was in Japan the camera would be in Japanese, and I'm really glad to hear the video helped you navigate thru that! Enjoy the camera and I hope to visit Japan one day...

[@MrSailo-ps3us]

The best beginner guide i see thank you

[@Jason_Hermann]

You're very welcome and Happy New Year :)

[@gerds.9956]

Perfekt Tutorial! Thank you very much, Sir. Greetings from Husum, Germany.

[@Jason_Hermann]

I appreciate the kind words , thank you :)

[@getskoyuriy]

Thank you a lot! This is perfect guide for me because I've just bought this camera and have no experiance with photo camera.

[@adrianhare9673]

I will take it ❤ thank you for the guide 😊

[@Jason_Hermann]

You're welcome 😊

[@brandonr4427]

Amazing video! Very helpful. My 6700 is expected to be available Sat for pickup and this really helped me prepare.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Oh man that is super exciting! You are going to love it and be sure to check out the other A6700 videos as well if you want to learn more. It's also nice watching the tutorials with the camera in hand so you can pause and fallow along, etc... These new cameras are extremely powerful with overlapping features and so on. All the best, Jay

[@mohankp6317]

Brother your effort is highly commendable 🎉.. Tq..

[@mingchao5863]

thank you sooooooo much,wish you good luck!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉😊😊😊

[@danachristensen804]

Fantastic video, very informative. I've permanently added this to my Bookmarks Bar, because I KNOW i'll be referring to this again and again. Thank you!

[@Lolo-nn4cl]

Very useful video and thank you for it. I watched your videos for rx100 VII and now for a 6700...you helped me a lot....😎👌✌

[@Jason_Hermann]

Great to hear :)

[@jinnie_rhee]

thank you for sharing your knowledge and insight in such a simple and beginner friendly way. its intimidating jumping into this space and you have made it alot easier - THANK YOU.

[@Jason_Hermann]

You're very welcome!

[@miguelgonzalez-bh2qi]

What a legend. Awesome video

[@javierbarrio2337]

Really great introduction to the camera. I´ll follow you for more...

[@ColleenHamilton-bf3pc]

Great video! I found it VERY helpful.

[@jacobusdegroot7557]

Fantastic intro video!

[@BardhokNdoji]

What a brilliant video. I will favorite this because I will need it in a couple of weeks. I currently have a6400 but upgrading to a6700. Lot of similarities between these 2 models but also lot of new features on the a6700 that I will be excited to try out. The new menu layout seems great! Can't wait.

[@bondgabebond4907]

This camera is the A7R5 of the aps-c lineup of cameras. Been setting up the camera to shoot bees in action on my shrub. Took a while, made a number of errors, more like not paying attention to my settings. Now this beast locks on bees and tracks them as they dart around. Getting lots of great sharp hits. Surprisingly the lens I am using for this task is the 90mm 2.8 macro lens. Not only is it fast in focusing, but it is also razor sharp. It makes the a6700 sensor shine even more. I think as people get used to the tiny body, they will appreciate not having to lug a heavy FF body around. It is so small that people will not notice it, allowing you to take pictures with no one noticing.

[@josephbaumann292]

This is a great video, thank you so much! I just purchased the A6700 and this has been most helpful. I have learned so much from you already. I have book marked this video to refer to again.

[@Jason_Hermann]

You're very welcome and Happy New Year :)

[@JenThailand]

I just got a camera, big thanks from me, from Thailand. That's helpful

[@ColtsFan288]

Thank you, this is incredibly useful

[@Jason_Hermann]

You're very welcome!

[@therealmitch-a-palooza7262]

Excellent video. Just one question (re: 37:25): How do you set the camera *back* to subject tracking mode once you've tapped a spot on the screen and "cancel tracking"? TIA.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you and all you have to do is re-touch the screen on what you want to track and it will re-enable it. You must be in tracking mode though and not touch to focus mode, which is different than tracking.

[@therealmitch-a-palooza7262]

@@Jason_Hermann Thanks man! I tried doing it that way a bunch of times in animal recognition mode on my cat, but the "tracking cancelled" message remains. The only way I can tell on how to get it out of "tracking cancelled" mode is to turn the camera on and off. I must be doing something wrong???

[@Jason_Hermann]

Interesting... What exactly do you have set for your focus mode, focus area, camera mode, video or photo, etc... Worst case you can try reseting the camera back to factory default.

[@Happy_Snapper]

Made it to the end! Thank you for taking the time to make this.

[@Jason_Hermann]

You're very welcome!

[@sunnydayz77]

Jason. Amazing video and so nicely explained. I am planning to buy the A6700 and mostly probably the 15mm f1.4 for talking head videos. Upgrading from shooting with my DJI osmo pocket 3 and Samsung S24 Ultra. Once again thank you for the amazing video. Keep it up.

[@jasonbourne4155]

Awesome video, thank you for taking the time to help get new Sony owners up to speed to use this great technology. Much appreciated 😀

[@danielmedeiros469]

Thank you you did a great job

[@raysoulff7791]

thank you very much , god bless you

[@lnrdshelby]

Thanks for the helpful video. 👍

[@dentlike]

This was a very helpful video! I really like how you explain things and also remind on important details here and there to ensure it's understood. I have some idea how to take pictures in M mode, but I'm for sure no expert or even close. This video was very good to follow (I'm not a native speaker, but no issue), since I had some idea what you refer too, but not that much.

[@dinamika3475]

thanks Bro, very clear and easy

[@mickaelgenin8317]

Hi Jason, big thanks from France 👍

[@goswamidhaval]

You just earned a Sub... Thank you. I just got mine today, and I am watching this video to get to know my new camera. (even though I have used mirror less cams for quite some time). Awesome work... Thank you

[@businessmanph]

best set up video on youtube

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thanks!

[@GoWokeGoBroke2023]

subbed, EXCELLENT WORK

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thanks!

[@stevewest131]

Great in depth video, thank you. Subscribed

[@Jason_Hermann]

Awesome, thank you!

[@Draknark]

What does the default middle button of the wheel do in video mode? thank you so much!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Good question as the manual does not say for some reason. By default it appears to be the standard focus button meaning it will just enable the center area focus as an over ride when pressed... That is how it is working on my camera anyway 👍

[@Draknark]

@Jason_Hermann thanks for the reply. You are right!! Also I just subscribed 👀👍

[@HussainHalepotra]

Perfect video for beginners ❤

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank. you :)

[@stuartchalk1808]

Superb Video Jason thank you 👌

[@user-lb4bd1go9o]

Wow Jason, your videos are Excellent! Such detail and so well explained. Great pace and demonstrations. I first saw your video on the Sony RX10 and now switching to a6700 + Sigma 18-50 f2.8 & Sony 70-350G. Your guidance helps a lot. Also your a6700 Review was awesome. Just wonder does a6700 IBIS work with Sigma 18-50 (with no Stabilisation). Thank You.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Awesome, thank you for the kind words and yes the IBIS definitely works with the Sigma and Active stabilization should also work if you need a little extra digital stabilization as well.

[@user-lb4bd1go9o]

Brilliant. Thank you Jason.

[@alexandrawaterbury1012]

Thanks for this video! Very helpful. Can you take photos without a lens? It's showing a grey screen without it. Working well with the lens attached though.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Hello and yeah a lens is required. The camera will take photos without a lens, but that is because a lot of adapters and manual focus lenses have no electronics in them, so technically the camera does not know if a lens is attached in those cases. Most modern lenses have electronics these days though.

[@Mmsong-4u]

great tutorial ❤❤❤

[@11patdwhite]

Jason, love the channel! Question, if you could have either (but only 1, not both) would you go with the Sony rx10iv or the A6700/sony 70-350mm/Sigma 17-50mm combo?

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you and easily the A6700 and lenses.... You can always buy, barrow, or rent more lenses if you ever wanted to get into portraits or macro for example and get a few killer prime lenses, go manual lenses f/1.4 and stuff like that. The RX10 IV is an incredible all-in-one camera and I would really enjoy having one for my daughters softball games and/or maybe for a vacation/ travel situation for the pure convenience and versatility. Carrying the extra weight is a burden depending on what you are up to, but when push comes to shove I usually want the better quality and the power the mirrorless camera provides with limitless lens options. In addition the A6700 has a way better battery 👍