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

In this video I will covering the Sony A6700 geni.us/Qkinw or geni.us/ndXUF2 (affiliate link) Beginners Guide style... Gear used linked below and thanks for watching, Jay
GOING SHOPPING? - (Affiliate Links)
- geni.us/Ef31B5 or geni.us/9N4BoB
GEAR SPECIFIC TO THIS VIDEO:
-Sony A6700: geni.us/Qkinw or geni.us/ndXUF2
-Sony 16-55mm f/2.8 G Lens: geni.us/Si3AxE
-Sony E 15mm f/1.4 G Lens: geni.us/UKiuI
-Sony ECM-M1 On Camera Mic: geni.us/4Ke36b
-Sony FZ100 Battery: geni.us/Ob7e6tu or geni.us/1EoFp0
-Sony FZ100 Battery Charger: geni.us/FM2Ou
-PD Power USB-C Wall Charger: geni.us/Y9ByFn
-USB-C to USB-C Cable (supports data): geni.us/qlpLX
-Memory Card I Use: geni.us/BfubLow
VIDEOS SPECIFIC TO THIS VIDEO:
-Sony A6700 Autofocus Explained: • Sony AUTOFOCUS Setting...
-Sony A6700 Sports Settings Quick: • Sony A6700 Tutorial - ...
-Sony Creators App: • Sony Creators App Tuto...
-Best APS-C E-Mount Lens Options: • Best Sony ZV-E10 Lense...
-USB Camera/ Web Streaming: • Sony ZV-1 II Tutorial ...
-Photo Capture: • How-To Extract Photos ...
-Exposure 101: • The Exposure Triangle ...
-Slow-Motion Video: • Final Cut Pro Tutorial...
-Transfer Photos and Videos From Camera To Computer: • How To Transfer Photos...
-Imaging Edge Desktop: • Sony Imaging Edge Desk...
NAVIGATION LINKS:
0:00 - Intro
1:33 - Camera Body Overview
9:36 - Inserting Battery & Charging
10:34 - Inserting Memory Card
11:14 - Mounting Lens
13:28 - Turning On Camera & Initial Set-up
15:43 - Using Camera in Full Auto Mode
21:34 - Taking a Photo
25:25 - Program Auto Mode
25:55 - Function menu
26:50 - Metering Modes
28:52 - Recognition Target (subject detect)
29:45 - Focus Modes
32:17 - Focus Area
35:46 - Video Mode
37:10 - Recording Video with Touch Focus
38:08 - S&Q Overview
39:22 - Video Focus Modes
39:46 - Menu Breakdown/ Key Settings
1:05:03 - Manual Mode
1:06:13 - Aperture Priority Mode
1:07:48 - Shutter Priority Mode
1:08:16 - Final Thoughts
MY CAMERA GEAR: (affiliate links)
-Studio Camera: geni.us/ZfAaze or geni.us/ZlYsk
-Studio Lens: geni.us/BAnow or geni.us/xFVSF
-Camera 2: geni.us/4RYVwkM or geni.us/XIVz0m
-Camera 3: geni.us/Qkinw or geni.us/ndXUF2
-Overhead Camera : geni.us/AXy5 or geni.us/ObFCBGY
-Overhead Camera Lens: amzn.to/4dEipM9 or geni.us/p8Thj
-Action Camera: geni.us/BEsOT6A or geni.us/64dXn
-360 Camera: geni.us/OansJI
-Drone: geni.us/l2yVAif or geni.us/Bb8ZBD
-FF Wide Angle Zoom Lens: geni.us/wd6me1d or geni.us/8OcBES
-APS-C Zoom Recommend: geni.us/E3PW or geni.us/OXPD6
-FF Wide Angle Prime: geni.us/a6SQ or geni.us/T47S5
-APS-C Wide Angle Prime: geni.us/P0i7dWa or geni.us/VFg9X
-APS-C Ultra Wide Angle: geni.us/EAVtf8M or geni.us/8CEfpwY
-FF Everyday Lens: geni.us/su8c or geni.us/oxuyvA
-APS-C Everyday Lens 1: geni.us/Xa7cq or geni.us/HugPuk
-APS-C Everyday Lens 2: geni.us/wQzC4 or geni.us/wdDd
-FF Portrait Lens: geni.us/nvTgln or geni.us/rtuL62
-APS-C Portrait Lens 1: geni.us/4JXb4jt or geni.us/7HBE
-APS-C Portrait Lens 2: geni.us/XZRkORq or geni.us/dUFBT
-FF Telephoto Zoom Lens: geni.us/QqLV or geni.us/VhO5F
-FF Super Telephoto Lens: geni.us/Hq4RCk or geni.us/A3lTl
-Variable ND Filter: geni.us/PnZ5Wl or geni.us/YpAu2ZP
-Affordable Variable ND: geni.us/kmbs7
-Studio Light: geni.us/9ehkKmB or geni.us/QKb8LR
-Everyday Tripod: geni.us/YIbbxrB or geni.us/Qr09AO3
-Beefy Tripod: geni.us/RrXRH or geni.us/6fPcXw
-Mini Tripod: geni.us/k7z3Ye or geni.us/PvDs
-Everyday Gimbal: geni.us/KGQIDz or geni.us/Kmu8UDo
-SDXC Memory Card: geni.us/Z1KkWy or geni.us/veVF
-CF Express Type A: geni.us/dpt6AA or geni.us/qYdjz
-Portable SSD Drive: geni.us/FAOBtp or geni.us/rhMsxBF
-USB Wall Charger: geni.us/FnLB
-USB Charging Cable: geni.us/qlpLX
MY AUDIO GEAR:
-Studio Mic: geni.us/fZqtWgD or geni.us/MFFe
-On Camera Mic: geni.us/8ySbM3 or geni.us/48tBO
-Affordable Compact On Camera Mic: geni.us/aLlaM or geni.us/Wk0DZ
-Zoom F1 Field Recorder: geni.us/IeABvz or geni.us/t8dEBe
-Meze 99 Classics Headphones: geni.us/q7XX
MY SONY E-MOUNT LENS GUIDES::
www.sonyalphalab.com/guides/e...
SONY MIRRORLESS CAMERA GUIDE:
www.sonyalphalab.com/guides/s...

[@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 🙄

[@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...

[@user-oe3ly2gv2k]

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

[@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^^)

[@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!

[@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!

[@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.

[@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. 🥴

[@dongee1664]

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

[@businessmanph]

best set up video on youtube

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thanks!

[@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!

[@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

[@dinamika3475]

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

[@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 ;)

[@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 👊

[@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!

[@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.

[@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.

[@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!

[@uttiya_basu]

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

[@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...

[@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!

[@StephenGu-vz1bk]

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

[@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

[@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

[@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 :)

[@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

[@WatchesCanBeFun]

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

[@nazuof4927]

I saved your video I started saving money for this camera i will reply to this comment back when i get this idk how long it will take because i am a student.

[@jeffreylaarman1462]

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

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad it was helpful!

[@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.

[@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.

[@pughy79]

What a fantastic video. Thank you!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@rayyanbabiker8598]

Insanely helpful!!! Thank you.

[@21jmack21]

I have had my camera for 6 years and didn't know about the dial to adjust for my blurry vision. So needless to say... thank you!

[@Jason_Hermann]

You are very welcome!

[@EYMCRICKETSQUAD]

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

[@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! 👍

[@8OneOfTheNobodies8]

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

[@miriamcoix]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@larryeber]

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

[@jenniebrand9227]

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

[@jagadeeshkannan8460]

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

[@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

[@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.

[@adrianhare9673]

I will take it ❤ thank you for the guide 😊

[@Jason_Hermann]

You're welcome 😊

[@thefilmalliance]

What a huuuuuge help. Thanks Jay!

[@Jason_Hermann]

You bet my man, and thanks for the comments 👊

[@ColtsFan288]

Thank you, this is incredibly useful

[@Jason_Hermann]

You're very welcome!

[@JenThailand]

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

[@MrSailo-ps3us]

The best beginner guide i see thank you

[@Jason_Hermann]

You're very welcome and Happy New Year :)

[@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.

[@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!

[@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!

[@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 😀

[@davefoc]

Longtime Canon user trying to learn how to do the basics on my new a6700. Just had a breakthrough. The trash can turns touch screen on and off when you are in the photo mode. I haven't watched a lot of the video yet Looking forward to watching the rest of it after my big break through.

[@GoWokeGoBroke2023]

subbed, EXCELLENT WORK

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thanks!

[@andreigotcu140]

well done, thank you for the great explanation.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad it was helpful and thanks for the comments Andre!

[@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 :)

[@Happy_Snapper]

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

[@Jason_Hermann]

You're very welcome!

[@tonybest9307]

battery on charge but just got the sony a6700,,,, took few shots in my living room low light .. no card yet ..wow .. its a killer..put the sony 70 350 on full zoom wide open 50 sec auto iso..the zip on my suit case looks nearly macro ...

[@Mihir0611]

wow this video is amazing, thanks so much for this video, genuinely appreciate this since got the a6700 a month ago, and this has helped me out a ton for features that i didnt know, and its really really helped out, so thanks!

[@ColleenHamilton-bf3pc]

Great video! I found it VERY helpful.

[@jacobusdegroot7557]

Fantastic intro video!

[@fearthesmeag]

cant wait to get mine Monday - thanks Jay, this vid will help, coming from a Nikon (5100) background.

[@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

[@LORY0021]

Arrived yesterday and went outside to experiment... Amazing..after couple of hours I start to handle very all the buttons. Impressed by this amazing camera! Considering I jumped from Sony alpha a300 😀

[@miguelgonzalez-bh2qi]

What a legend. Awesome video

[@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.

[@mickaelgenin8317]

Hi Jason, big thanks from France 👍

[@angelous4x]

thank you it's super helpful to have this being a beginner noob. the simple explanation helped me absorb more than I thought I could. I was wondering if you would make a video specifically creating settings for indoor outdoor and sports or even video settings at a beginner level using the 123 on the dial. while explaining your thought process on changing the iso/aperture and the shutter speed? it would be insanly helpful.

[@scottenright2793]

Wow. What a review!!!!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thanks👍

[@leighhaynes]

Great starter guide. Many thanks for posting. Slightly disappointing that the panorama function has been dropped from A6700. That was a fun and convenient mode on the older models. Hopefully Sony add it back in a future firmware update.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thanks for sharing and I agree 👍

[@banditalley9592]

It wasn't on the A6600, and on the A6400 it only saved as a JPEG anyway. It's more fun and more controllable to do it yourself!

[@Jason_Hermann]

@@banditalley9592 Totally agreed, but I still love the feature for convenience and to be able to quick share with friends/ family instantly when on vacations and when resolution/ max quality is not big of a deal 👊👍

[@leighhaynes]

@@banditalley9592 I didn’t realise it was missing on the A6600 too. I guess once they add IBIS there is no room for panorama. ;-) DIY means extra software and delayed results. You don’t know how it looks until it is too late to do anything about it.

[@bfelipe2]

Thank you brother

[@Jason_Hermann]

Welcome!

[@officialhardnox]

Can you recommend a budget monitor that mounts to the hot shoe of a6700 that we can turn around and use while vlogging? Just want something bigger than the flip out viewfinder - thank you!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Sure, This is a great option for the money in my opinion: geni.us/rTYXkfx

[@SheaStevens77522]

I just got this camera as an upgrade to the ZV-1. I'm a disc golfer and am trying to be a big boy and use the manual setting to record round videos. Since I'm alone I have to do all my zooming in post. Filming outside, how do these settings sound for filming 4k/60: ISO as low as I can go, Shutter Speed 1/125, Aperture ~6?

[@Jason_Hermann]

Sounds like some good settings to me 👍

[@deejay3325]

excellent video. I may have bit off a bit more than I could chew with purchasing this camera so i appreciate your indepth review. Do you have a video on updating the firmware? I see my firmware needs to be updated.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Hello and thanks :) I did a firmware update tutorial video for the Sony A74 which is basically the same exact process: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qIWTmXZ9ZZZ7bpI Firmware Download for the A7C2 is here: www.sony.com/electronics/support/e-mount-body-ilce-7-series/ilce-7cm2l/software/00301105

[@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.

[@dinamika3475]

thanks Bro, very clear and easy

[@psrimatt]

Super duper helpful! Thank you.

[@Jason_Hermann]

You're welcome!

[@ToviaSinger1]

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

[@Jason_Hermann]

Will do!

[@JayJay-he9bk]

A+ product. Great video to watch before I receive my camera. I just subscribed

[@Jason_Hermann]

Awesome! Thank you :)

[@user-lb4bd1go9o]

Hi again Jason, Thank you for such a quality explanation of a6700. Superb detail on 'Set up' menu. Can you tell me how to cancel Tracking/ /Auto Tracking? When I touch the screen to change 'Drive mode' - tracking flickers around the screen and Drive mode doesn't open. Ha, it'll be something simple, still getting used to the camera. Thanks again for your inspiring videos. Colin.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Hello Colin, the circle center button inside the rear control wheel will cancel tracking. Often it's easier to go thru the Fn menu than trying to touch the screen for settings I find as well Colin as it does what your describing if you don't touch it perfectly. All the best, Jay

[@user-lb4bd1go9o]

Hi Jay, thank you. That's great, using Fn menu rather than trying to hit the icon accurately on screen. For sure the Menu is quite intuitive when you get used to it. I'll also make use of Custom buttons and My Menu for easy access. My daughter's half Marathon this Weekend, a good time to use the a6700:)! Thanks again. Colin.

[@danielmedeiros469]

Thank you you did a great job

[@stuartchalk1808]

Superb Video Jason thank you 👌

[@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 👍

[@RoseOatley]

What if I’m doing a cooking video and I want it to not just focus on my face but my cooking, too? Also when I cook on my stove, I want it to focus on my food, not my hands moving. What do I set it to?

[@Jason_Hermann]

Well that is challenging and the camera has a lot of tools to help you achieve that. If you have facial prioritize on it will do just that. If you have that turned off it will focus on whatever is closest to the lens in the given Focus Area you have selected. So, you can limit the focus to a small area if you want. WHen aiming down at food with your hands going in and out, I would focus the camera on the food, then switch to manual focus, so the focus will not change if on a tripod. If moving the camera on a gimbal, you will need to limit the focus to a smaller area so your hands don't mess it up. It's going to take some practice using the cameras tools to get it behave exactly how you need it to. There is no magic one setting situation for everything.

[@RoseOatley]

Thanks for your help!

[@amosdasilva]

Thank you so much for make this Video .

[@henriquepastick]

Thank you so much for the value provided!! 🤩🤩🙌🏼🙌🏼 Subscribed!!

[@raysoulff7791]

thank you very much , god bless you

[@ereceeme]

Great but if im shooting things like vases, flowers... what mode do i put the camera in?

[@Jason_Hermann]

Well that is a great question and if you are a beginner and don't know what mode to use, I would put it in Auto Mode for now and the camera is going to do an outstanding job for you. If you want really know what settings to use, you will ultimately need understand depth of field, lighting, composition, etc... With that being said, if I had control on location I would use Aperture priority mode to easily control the Depth Of Field and I would use Auto ISO. I would also try to find a spot where I could pose the subjects with large side lighting such as a window or doorway for example. This type of lighting is fantastic for stuff like this in my opinion. I would also try to maximize the distance of the vase from the background as much as possible for some quality background blur which will intern make the flowers and vase pop off the screen more. If you could find a small little table to use that would perfect for this type of stuff. If you don't have control then you are going to just have to try your best pointing and shooting. I hope that helps and all the best, Jay

[@elcaminodedaniel]

Great Job, again! Thanks a Lot.

[@officialhardnox]

Hey Jason! We just bought the a6700 and noticed there was a small light on the front of the camera to the upper right. Is there a way to have that turn on when recoding video so we know it’s recording when shooting ourselves?

[@Jason_Hermann]

Hello and that is an IR light designed for focus assisting in very low light and it will blink as self timer as well, but can't be used as a "Talley" light for video as far as I can tell and I just checked... It's way to bright for that purpose and the wrong kind of light as it would effect the video footage for sure as well. If you are recording yourself it can be a bit harder to tell I understand what you are saying. What you can do is have the screen flipped facing you and enable the "Emphasized REC Display" MENU → (Shooting) → [Shooting Display] → [Emphasized REC Display] → ON This will enable a red frame around the edges of the camera’s monitor (LCD screen) while recording a movie. You can easily check whether the camera is in standby or recording, even when you are looking at the camera monitor from an angle or at a distance. I hope that helps and all the best :)

[@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"!

[@gant911]

Excellent Jay, as usual! One question, I got a the 16-50 kit lens basically to learn the camera and hope to eventually get the excellent 16-55 2.8 G lens. What is your opinion of that kit lens for beginners with the 6700?

[@Jason_Hermann]

I actually like the kit lens for the most part, but the slower variable max aperture is a bit of a bummer once you use better lenses. With that being said it's sharp, has a decent range, very cheap, and is ultra compact, so for the money it's a nice kit lens. You have a lot of options these days for sure and you might want to consider some of the very affordable prime lenses that are out these days... You can see some of those in this video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n6TLZGqXea-qjpo

[@gant911]

@@Jason_Hermann Thanks Jay for the prompt response and your video on prime lenses. I will be sure to click on your link when I decide on one.

[@myonediary]

great tutorial ❤❤❤

[@RobSandstromDesigns]

Is there a way to format the memory card to take off all of the photos but not the name of the card. Everytime I format the card with the camera the sd card name becomes "untitled". On my Nikon it will erase all of the data and leave the name of the NIKON D5100 - is there a way to have Sony keep the name of the card to SONY or a6700 when I format the card with the camera?

[@jozsefkovecses3461]

Thanks!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Welcome!