Sony A6400 | Best Camera For Video Under $1,000?

[@PotatoJet]

FINALLY FINISHED THE LUTs!!!! - See them in action in this vid ;) kzbin.info/www/bejne/j56yiomcZpyJotk

[@ninolouieverame3591]

Just saw the "mystery camera", how about A6400 vs Canon M6 Mark II??? What do you recommend?

[@mamatakumaripradhan9519]

Potato

[@christophermariohartono]

How about the lenses you used on a6400?

[@grantbball33]

Serious question. How much would you be willing to sell me your a6400 :). With an autograph thrown in there.

[@daoud1608]

Is this still the best recommendation in 9/2020?

[@JasonVong]

It was great to see you again, Jason Vong.

[@tenpuzzles]

You guys are like twins

[@-vishnu2948]

Twins😂😂

[@mohithmenon1998]

@@-vishnu2948 nee kolalo mwona

[@-vishnu2948]

@@mohithmenon1998 😜

[@anerdwitdacamera204]

You guys gotta do a video together

[@iPhonedo]

Dude! Stop it, I have to work but I can't stop watching your videos!

[@MobilniReziser]

Ooh, that's why there is no RX100VII review yet 🤣 Gene, you need to slow down, we need that RX100VII Faruk's best review to be finished 😂

[@Luna-Lemons]

Hey guys hope your having a wonderful day! For the very small percentage that read on I’d just like to say that on behalf of all small channels alike we thank channels like yours for providing information on what gear to get and providing inspiration about creating great shots with the gear you already have! My channel has been up for almost a year now and having less than 30 subs can be a bit discouraging but it’s channels like this one that help support small and big channels and help them persist with KZbin! Keep up the great work!

[@Adr805]

Whats interesting about this camera - if you shoot in 4k and afterwards in Premiere export to 1080p, the quality is way way better, than if you had recorded in 1080p initially

[@maxwell5428]

Isn’t that just downsampling 4K to 1080 in post?

[@baqcasanke]

Yeah dude that’s what happens to any camera lmfao

[@Adr805]

@@baqcasanke yeah you are right, but this one is special for one more reason - the sensor is actually 6k and it downsamples to 4k, so if you record in for 4k and export in premiere to 1080, the quality is even more unique

[@billymurphy3]

This thing is a legit photo and video camera for client work too IMO. People have been using the a6300 and a6500 for this purpose forever. Plus the Sigma f1.4 lenses are pretty compact and seriously good at an affordable price(compared to full frame). A7III user here but I would have considered this if it came out last year.

[@cj64films]

I’m still using my a6300, tempted to sell it for this camera

[@Staaachuuuu]

In know 3 years past but would you still say that the 6400 would manage some more or less simple client work like wedding or music event shots?

[@Photomeike]

I’m close to getting a 6400 myself to replace my G85 but I think I might wait to see what the next Canon M series implements. A Canon M50 with uncropped 4K and 1080 120 all with DPAF and IBIS and take my money

[@kidstagram354]

I was thinking about this camera over the past few days and now I saw your video talking about it! Thanks, Potato!!! Love your videos so much!! KEEP IT UP!!!

[@ChristianWheel]

To be fair, in the heat test, the Sony is doing more work. The Canon is writing more data, but that doesn't generate a lot of heat. Both cameras are compressing a raw image to a particular bitrate, the lower bitrate requires more compute power to reach as it has more compression to do. That requires a beefier processor and generates more heat, and is one of the reasons many of the Canons have such an unwieldy codec (mjpeg), they're not equipped to do better compression.

[@DaveOteroTube]

I love my Sony a6400! Pre-ordered it and started my channel almost immediately. I hit 1000 subs in just a few months. Thanks for the killer videos Potato Jet!

[@TCMOutdoors]

I love my a6400! I'm just a rookie trying to figure things out but seriously im extremely happy with my camera!

[@BWVidventures]

how long before it overheats?

[@knabe1280]

Potato jet: ”Yeah I recommend the Sony a6400. Canon: Cancel all the sponsorships with Gene right now!

[@Albanez39]

Hahaha spot on xD

[@aakashkhandelwal953]

😂😂

[@KamWong]

awhaha

[@toycheap9303]

hahaha,,,,,,

[@DualCoreMallu]

No matter how long your videos are, I never ged bored. Man you are a funny camera nerd

[@ColeSnipes]

This looks like one of the best cameras ever!!!!!

[@AbrahamTario]

Yup, a6400 w/ sigma16mm is my current vlogging set up.

[@BWVidventures]

how long before it overheats?

[@adnan_velic]

For the price of an EOS R you can buy the a6400 sell the kit lens for $100. Buy a sigma 16mm 1.4 and a sigma 30mm 1.4 and maybe a cheap gimbal from zhiyun. With that set up you cannot tell me you can’t make amazing videos.

[@johndeo107]

This video is so biased to canon..

[@scottwu]

I have the a6400 and it's never overheated on me. And I live in Florida, shooting in the absolute worst heat for hours continuous.

[@tonybroussard485]

I'm in Louisiana. On the overheating, can you tell me if you have the tolerance set to high or did u leave it at the default setting? I just ordered 2 to use as timelapse cams on jobs. I have an A7III and had to set the overheat to high as I did have an overheat shutoff. After setting to high I hadn't had another overheat shutdown.

[@scottwu]

@@tonybroussard485 Yes I set the tolerance to high!

[@Motolixious]

Gene - waiting for your thoughts and review of the Fuji XT-3 & XT-30. Have a feeling you'll be blown away...

[@doyoulikejazz9516]

Motolixious also you get better lenses with the Fuji kit than like 70% of Sony’s lineup.

[@Bluesky35102]

Why? Please I'm actually curious haha

[@Motolixious]

@@doyoulikejazz9516 That's true maybe for the kit lens, I have no idea. More important, IMO, is that Fuji is very dedicated to its APS-C lineup and they have a massive collection of amazing glass, while Sony are quite focused on their brilliant (but expensive) FF glass.

[@ChristianWheel]

+1 for the x-t3. Probably the best value of any camera ever released imo!

[@badcatz]

XT-3 is literally like 2 grand,I think it’s more expensive than his eos r

[@dlovisuals]

Seeing the legendary Jason Vong and Potato Jet in the same video broke my phone from such awesomeness

[@DavisInDuval]

Sony overheating issues aren’t an issue anymore. Their older ones did for sure, but the a7 iii has been solid in very hot environments. You also should turn on the setting that lets the camera continue to operate when it heats up. It won’t hurt the camera.

[@XxXStoneFingerXxX]

"so you have a $1000 budget to..." - live with for a month? "... get yourself a brand-new camera" - surprised Pikachu face

[@HeyItsJoe1]

yeah dude, im getting a used g85 for like 450 lol in my opinion is a better hybrid camera

[@froznfire9531]

@@HeyItsJoe1 thats a steal :) for that price its unbeatable for sure... the a6400 only really beats it in terms of AF and maybe the sensor.. but thats not 500$ worth more :)

[@TechnoBabble]

@@HeyItsJoe1 That's definitely a steal. I was using one until recently that I bought brand new at MSRP for $1200 Canadian with the kit lens. Just sold it off with all of the lenses to switch to Sony. I miss the stabilization but I really needed better image quality. That camera is a tank for the price too, I dropped my G85 three times and used it in whiteout blizzards and downpours and it handled it fine. I don't recommend you do the same if you can't afford to replace it but it's definitely a lot better built than a lot of people would think.

[@muzicstar98]

The excitement from you when you finally got the eosr to heat up was amazing

[@alex_kovac]

I thought the lack of IBIS was going to be a bigger problem initially, but I've managed around it with a gimbal and haven't had any issues. The a6400 is awesome for the price-point! Great review👏

[@JohnnyHurcomb]

Potato Jet, there's no one like you. Thank you!

[@KardosoMedia]

The A6400 is incredible at that price point for sure

[@Albanez39]

Not really, a Panasonic G85 is a lot lot better. It has a flip-out screen, great battery life and the best stabilization there is. I'm sure low light performance is the only reason why someone would choose this camera.

[@ElectroFalcon]

Astral'o Pithecus agreed

[@billkigathi3492]

Potato Jet BRAINWASHED on the Island 🥺😲😣🤪😵

[@urajitv]

@@Albanez39 yeah because video AF isn't something people care about

[@showcase-me]

I use the a6300 for all my video work. I literally don't own any other camera. It's a great starter before getting into expensive equipment (ff lenses, large gimbals, sliders, tripods, filters, etc).

[@tombuck]

I completely forgot about the camera during the VidCon montage because I was so focused on what was happening. I think that’s the best compliment that can be paid to the A6400. 👍

[@PiaJustynn]

Absolutely love mine 😍

[@adamwilson301]

This is the camera I want with a couple lens and a mic! One day soon! Can’t wait!!!

[@timothyrotenberger]

This guy wants image stabilization?? Just strap it to a flower pot like the rest of us!

[@Albanez39]

Just get a Panasonic camera :)

[@gimiked8685]

@@Albanez39 yea just going to miss that autofocus. I shoot both with the gh5 and a7r3 systems. And I love panny because of the images you can get with the sigma 18-35 are amazing and stable out of the gates. But my a7r3 has the better low light and auto focus. So tradeoff in both systems. We are still waiting for the perfect camera. Here is hope for the a7s3. Or if canikon can surprise us. Or panny finally put some damn phase detect in their system. Either way I doubt it will be long before one of them nails it as they are all close and producing amazing pieces of gear. The future is going to be a good one for the consumer as they are all fighting for market share for the first time in a while.

[@chrisklugh]

@@gimiked8685 I do agree, but it does come down to what you shot. I have a GH5, my shooting style even for vlogs is to shot in manual. I accept my limits in low light, but for the stories I tell, it just needs to look significantly better then any cell phone in low light. I hope the GH6(?) will have dual ISO, double the internal recording so we can get the highest compressed version of ProRes Raw. Slight improvements to the stabilizer to reduce the need for a stabilizer. HDR screen. Put in a body that has the dual batteries so they they have the room for this tech, plus more batter life. If they make this, the only issue would be AF, which I could easily live without in this camera if they made it. I'm sure they would have some AI tracking for whatever that might be worth.

[@MarkFisch]

What do u mean

[@chrisklugh]

@@MarkFisch Are you green? New to film making?

[@RealSebus]

I love the fact about e mount system that you can use FF lenses on APS-C camera. Great feature when you're going to upgrade.

[@von1245]

I purchased the Canon M50 a few months ago and it works great. I bought it because of your review on it. Thanks!

[@Carolyne_games]

I feel like the a6400 is a good allrounder for its price. Sure it may not be better in every category, but it works for most people who can afford this price range. It also works great as a stills camera, and people often forget that. I’m probably replacing my RX10IV soon with A6400 for travel photography. Losing some zoom range but getting better low light, smaller and lighter body and more versatility.

[@shuexiong2620]

While watching Potato Jet, Wife: “You watching the kid from UP?” Me: 🤦🏻‍♂️ yes 😂

[@theonewhoroars]

really?

[@KDHildreth]

I know you mentioned that you can pull out the lcd to reduce overheating but you really should have done this during the test as it makes a big difference to heat dissipation in the a6400 (and also all previous alpha models)

[@siwalikbanerjee]

Can u plz do a review for fuji Xs 10? I do not like the sony rolling shutter!! Fantastic videos, i love ur work

[@8lec_R]

Buy an EOS M (used) on eBay if you cannot afford to pay more than 200 bucks for a camera. I got mine for 170 bucks + a 18-55 efm mount lens (included in the $170). One helluva deal!

[@ChadChristian]

I agree the best camera you can get in that price range. Been using mine since it launched and still love it. It is my Bcam to my Canon EOS R and is excellent for run and gun because of its size.

[@GadgetInspector]

After using Canon for the past year, I’m still getting used to skin tones coming from the a6400. Still trying to find that perfect PP and LUT combo so I don’t have to tweak and tweak and tweak and tweak.....love the awb lock though

[@gedreeves9692]

Perfect timing for the video dude!! This cam and the Ronin SC are my next purchases! Thanks for the reviews legend!

[@Drewxcifer]

I have been giving the same advice on this camera and bought it the day it came out, it's so underrated! and I switched from Canon to Sony for that very reason! Great review!

[@JcSkyline]

A6400 is definitely in my Phase 2 work up as i grow. Plan to train myself with the A6000, then transition to the 64. Final form? Full frame loool -- Great video.

[@MarlonKingShow]

My dads 70d overheated and the motherboard went. The camera is now dead... no warnings... I then sold my 70d for the a6500. I wish the screen was like the a6400 but I value the ibis more. Thanks for the video dude.

[@jumper7]

Can you make a comparison of a budget camera with a budget lens and a budget camera with an expensive lens (for example, Canon 200d).

[@thurmondlytell]

A while back I asked you what would be the best camera for music videos with $1500 budget. You responded but I can’t find your comment . Would you recommend anything?

[@streetlegends]

Such a great camera. We have filmed a lot of fast action automotive stuff using the a6300. If you want stabilization, get the a6500. But the a6400 is totally worth it.

[@kurashi22]

Great to see how you will use this setup) I am still happy with my 6300 but consider upgrading to sony a7iii.

[@Curtis-Randall]

Yay! Much love for the camera. Great video and great energy

[@mrhayhurst]

Hey! I just bought your sony a6400 lut pack after messing around with the settings you suggested and shooting video of kids doing martial arts. Thanks for thinking of us low-end camera guys too!

[@Ibrahim_usman]

Thanks for the video! been asking for it in every video you showed this camera lol, all that's left is the LUTs.

[@KeonHector]

Jason Vong and Potato Jet? You guys are the best

[@jamesyoungmw]

Bought this recently, it is a good backup for my alpha 7R2

[@davidjohnbalce1111]

You should try the Fuji XT-30, a competitve camera for the $1000 price range. The Sony A6400 does look great and have been surprised for it's performance.

[@denvera1g1]

If you use the wireless hotshoe mic, you can monitor audio because it addes a head phone jack on both the wireless mic, and the hot shoe reciever

[@TheHotpotato-bp7mm]

2019 epidemic sounds 2020 pandemic sounds

[@TheRedTech98]

was waiting for this hahaha

[@Kornholeeoo]

LOL, "do I have a booger in my nose?" That cracked me up. I had to can 5 minutes of video once for that very reason. Just ordered my A6400 and it'll be here tomorrow.

[@KairosObj]

How's the camera been for ya?

[@Kornholeeoo]

@@KairosObj Fantastic! Liked it so much I bought an A6600 too!

[@MichaelSmolski]

The Sony a6500 which I recently got for a review and for shooting all my future content, does come with 5 axis stabilization, but frankly, it didn't make enough difference to recommend that. I'd still get the a6400 without the stabilization built-in, and if needed get a gimbal. As far as improving the quality of the a6400, a6000, a6500, I'd go for the 16mm Sigma 1.4 and Sony 50mm 1.8. Under $300 and incredible quality.

[@snowwalker9999]

Michael Smolski I find the Ibis more useful for photography than video. For video a gimbal will do the trick.

[@Sorennn94]

I have the a6000 and I still believe it’s the best of all !!😁

[@TexpatOTG]

I'm still using a5100's. Touch focus and flip up screen is great. Good for gimbal stuff.

[@7michaelwright]

I agree the only thing I wish it had was the Mic output

[@JaroslavBergl]

Choose one ;-) Sony A6400 or Canon M6 mark II or Fujifilm x-s10 ?

[@Athandatu]

Seems like every time a new camera comes out, every big KZbinr out there with a huge following starts, not only reviewing it, but recommending them. Makes you wonder ... It was Canon SL2, then Canon M50, and now Sony A6400

[@zenrayx1342]

I wish it had stabilization but I'm definitely looking at it as a replacement for my a6000. I shoot outside in Florida alot so overheating is always a problems for me.

[@riteshtandon8701]

Canon m50 with speed booster and sony a6400 review would be greatly appreciated ...might shock you

[@riteshtandon8701]

@Jh San canon lense collections that opens up with viltrox sony can not compete

[@freddumartin7878]

Ritesh Tandon I have both m50/viltrox and a6400. I will sell the Sony immediately when Canon will give us the 120fps fullHD that we all need. Maybe by the end of the summer with the m5ii or some new eos R. Economics and menus are not good on the Sony like bad bad and no touch screen (what!?!?) and yes, the colors are green while better on Canon without color grading. So yes, potato jet is right there is a hole in Canon’s lineup for $1,000 between the m50 and the eos R that the a6400 (or the x-t3) is filling perfectly but no doubt that Canon will release this missing body very soon as expected (m5ii or 90D ... what !? NO, DSLR are out, unlesss the 90D becomes a mirrorless ... well then it’s a m5ii lol). Can’t wait August 28th!!!

[@fritzkier]

@@riteshtandon8701 try Trio Sigma for Sony APS C camera, they're pretty good with affordable price too

[@riteshtandon8701]

@@fritzkier youtube loves sigma lenses I saw really good reviews thanks for pointing me towards that. It just with viltrox the fact m50 4k video doesn't have that bad of a crop factor and the fact canon full frame lenses used market is so affordable I still feel sony will take some time to catch up...

[@riteshtandon8701]

@@freddumartin7878 you are right about the fact sony on paper does sound a lot better but you got to agree since you have m50/viltrox that it must be sweet picking up nifty fifty lense at throw away prices and using it on a 500$ camera and get images and video nearly equivalent of a full frame camera. Sony also have speedbooster in the market but all the review said they mess up the sweet sweet focus which is a shame also second hand market of lenses is rulled by canon with that combination I feel I would never get bored of canon m50.

[@Snaily]

“So you have $1000" Well that's me done already

[@siimmrx]

Yes, Basically.

[@hellohogo]

Hats off to the only guy that correctly pronounces Zhiyun! Not that you ever read these comments...😎😂😂🖤

[@PeterV]

CAN'T WAIT FOR YOUR SONY LUTS!!!

[@karafuru7666]

During the overheating test, the Canon is probably actually doing less work than the Sony because the Sony is applying compression & downsampling from 6k which is significantly more taxing to a processor than just straight up recording at high bit rates. You can verify this by encoding your own video with a constant rate factor that is highly compressed vs one that isn't.

[@saradpandey]

Literally Im buying this Im so happy

[@Albanez39]

Get the Panasonic G85 and you'll get better picture quality, image stabilization and a lot more. Get a the Sony only if you'll film a lot in low light :)

[@saradpandey]

@@Albanez39 wow thank you so much for your kind information

[@Albanez39]

@@saradpandey Check "DSLR Video Shooter" here on KZbin. He has lots of videos on everything that has to do with filmmaking and videography. He also makes camera reviews and guides, and he's not biased or a fanboy like many other KZbinrs. He made a great review of the G85, you should watch that :)

[@TJuice1986]

Don’t listen to Astral'o Pithecus, he obviously works for Panasonic. He’s been blowing up every comment trying to get people to buy his shitty camera.

[@Albanez39]

@@TJuice1986 hahahah, you're delusional mate. Panasonic doesn't spam KZbin videos, and it surely doesn't pay KZbinrs to sponsor their gear. (like Canon and Rode) I, on the other hand, am just a film student living in a small and corrupt country in Southern Europe...but interesting assumption nonetheless...

[@BrentRivers]

Here's the thing about heat on the Sonys, using the NP50 batts is a big no no since there are many decouplers that allow for USB power and shooting all day. The other consideration is these small bodies are made nor marketed for long form recording. FSx cams are set up for that. Heat is a non issue after the A6500 if decoupling and using the gear for its intended purpose

[@TJuice1986]

Thank you so much for making this video!! I love my a6400 & Sigma 16mm 1.4

[@PaulGPixelBike]

If this Sony is for bloggers then Fujifilm X-T30 is definitely for filmmakers. And that 18-55mm f2.8-f4 kit lens is amazing.

[@jmackultra]

I just realized you and Jason Vong aren't the same person and I feel like a bad person because of it.

[@benpossehl]

Joshua Mack this guy’s voice is a lot lot better to listen to

[@AliAB]

Hahaha me 2 😂😂

[@DekiaryCarter]

Sweet video bro! I shoot with the A6300 and keeping multiple batteries is a big help. It's the battery itself that overheats more than the body itself. I just switch out the batteries when i get a notification that it is getting ho and then its' all good. That is definitely one of the downsides though, but their mirrorless lineup is such good value for the abilities it has. It's worth dealing with some overheating issues.

[@TKstorytw]

Vlog with the 10-18, you will never go back to canon....as for color science do Eos procolor v4 (hlg3 rec709) plus color depth tweaks...very close to canon colors for sure

[@eyramdelauncut]

I need an a6400! 😩. Much love from. 🇬🇭 Ghana

[@Albanez39]

Not really, a Panasonic G85 is a lot lot better. It has a flip-out screen, great battery life and the best stabilization there is. I'm sure low light performance is the only reason why someone would choose this camera.

[@noxXxnocti]

@@Albanez39 You copy and pasted this response multiple times, who are you trying to convince, OP or yourself?

[@TJuice1986]

Astral'o Pithecus get a life

[@chromaticvisuelle]

I got a second hand a7rii for a tiny bit more, stabilization, 42 mpg (same sensor as a7riii), full frame, bigger body less overheating, better in low light and dynamic range. Something to consider ! (you will love the fuji xt3, if I had less Sony gears, I would switch to that in a second)

[@cupofken]

I just wanted you to know that I subscribed because you have a great personality

[@angelvideodiario]

*The Sony a7 II is around $980 right now with a 27-70mm kit lens, and $845 without it* and its has in body stabilization and its a full frame mirror less camera.

[@DAVISION-YT]

You can change the shut down temp in the menu, after changing to high it will never shot down.

[@graymitchellyt]

When potato jet posts😎

[@quite1enough]

I saved money for a whole year, in order to buy this camera.

[@richerifkind3506]

Potato Jet good video, Sony is definitely the best company. I had a great Canon Sx50hs but they killed it with lack of hotshoe in latest model. I'm now getting a Sony Rx10 IV a fantastic all round camera. Will be recording videos of friends cover band, but mainly I'm a nature photographer. Sony seem to be one of the few companies, that improve newer versions rather than the kill them off by removing features etc.

[@straightforwardsports4653]

I’d say yes but no ibis and terrible flip screen functionality makes it hard to pick over the m50 which is half the cost

[@edwingrospe]

9:52 "Canon won't release a camera unless it's bulletproof" hahahahahah r5 hahahaha

[@preika9682]

Hey potato, its about time you try some of fuji cameras like xt3 or xt30 Waiting your review abt em.

[@TJuice1986]

I love my Sony a6400. It’s WAY better then the crappy Panasonic Gh5. Better dynamic range, iso, autofocus, it’s just a good all around camera!

[@timothyrotenberger]

The adventures of Potato Jet and Mango Copter!? Fighting bad lighting around the world with only one weakness.....kickflips.

[@Styalistic]

Mine is In the mail now, can’t wait until it comes.

[@barringtonmarson5290]

I find that false. Had the camera for a year. Autofocus tracking great and never overheat and I've used it in heat situations. I use for professional work too.

[@aaronhill4825]

Yesss you uploaded

[@RickyTinez]

HLG with BT.2020!!!! HLG2 crams highlight info :( Where's @GeraldUndone when we need him :)

[@frankfeng2701]

Best picture profile = HLG3

[@markshirley01]

... but Gene if your PAL (UK) like me 25fps is available in 1080p on the Canon RP. Plus it's readily available for undr £1000 now. Plus the 35mm RF is a great all-round lens for it.

[@TellYourStory.]

So is that a yes or no?

[@ItsWillLee]

Those 8-bit shades are classic.

[@astinkim5431]

For cheaper microphones with quality comparable to the Rode Mics, check out the Deity D3 and the Deity D3 Pro

[@cincyfan987]

Why does everyone leave out the Canon SL2. This camera is great and rich in features. I love it!

[@Golfadventureswithchris]

I think I would choose the black magic 4K pocket over the Sony especially since the overheating issue and it’s around the same price

[@pahwraith]

Not really a vlogging camera but a great camera for documentary/narrative work.

[@renZAid24]

What?! Jason Vong and Potato Jet are 2 different people?! 🤯🤯🤯

[@vineetgaur]

6400 not for vlogging , if only I knew. i just bought 1 on Christmas

[@dsv]

I would say lack of IS would be the main bummer for me... What about saving a bit and getting a GH5? :/

[@rayt2905]

Potato Jet recommending a Sony? No wonder Jason 'Sony' Wong and his team are dancing with joy!!