Sony a6700 vs Sony a7IV - Which Camera is Better?

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00:00 Intro
02:20 Similarities
02:59 Body
07:01 Ports and Media
08:16 Buttons and Dials
09:10 Overheating
09:22 Resolution
10:51 Dynamic Range
11:21 Auto Focus
11:45 Functionality
12:20 Photography
13:38 Stabilization
14:19 Rolling Shutter
14:41 Vlogging
14:59 Picture Profiles
15:21 Native Audio
16:55 Low Light
17:31 Live-streaming
18:11 Conclusion
#sony #a6700 #A7IV #alpha

[@thefilmalliance]

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[@ezenglishwith]

A6700 is enough for 99% of us

[@arnavsingh8840]

Canon R7

[@blablalanddearmure5430]

Probably more like 90% because it's a camera channel

[@asokedas2977]

The remaining 1% will respond here.

[@m4rcin847]

True. The one thig i miss is the central, high resolution viewfinder. Thats the only reason I will upgrade to A7 in the future.

[@Sidowse]

I have an A7IV but got an A6700+70-350mm lens for the reach. The 200-600mm is so big and heavy and you can get 525mm equivalent with the 70-350mm on an a6700 in a much smaller and lighter setup. The A6700 is also actually better at macro because of the higher pixel-density and focus stacking. Sony might treat APS-C as entry level, but in some ways it really is better than full frame. People were hoping for a high-end APS-C camera in an A7IV body, but it never materialised.

[@PianoAlliance]

Video quality and production value is simply breathtaking! Keep up the awesome work man

[@jimxu6417]

This is the best comparison video I found between an a6700 and an a71IV so far. Great job and thank you!

[@thefilmalliance]

Wow, thanks! Glad you found it helpful!

[@wearetrackclub]

Killed it again with the editing! The intro had me feeling like I was witnessing a historical event for real! Amazing cinematic music choices 🔥

[@pf4773]

Thank you so much for your unreal effort and sophistication in creating this video. Wow!

[@SilverVagabonds]

We are travel vloggers and we had an A73 for 2 years and just upgraded in December 2022 to A74…and then a week ago we got an A6700 for a backup light weight camera (plus there are 2 of us so we needed another camera). We are so impressed with the A6700…mostly because of the weight, when we use the A74 with the GM 100-400mm lens it is a very heavy setup…the A6700 with the stock 18-135 lens take great 4k video. We love both cameras for different reasons. Glad we have both!

[@m4rcin847]

18-300? Really....?

[@SilverVagabonds]

Thanks for catching the typo. 18-135

[@SpencerChewitt]

Production quality never disappoints! Appreciate the time you put into these videos.

[@thefilmalliance]

Thanks brother

[@iamnurse11]

Amazing review! This review is almost like you’re telling a story! You sir, deserve more subs!

[@thefilmalliance]

Thank you so much. Glad you enjoyed it, and glad to have you here!

[@markluinenburg5004]

Thank you for your detailed review! As an owner of both cameras, I'm really looking forward to seeing how they compliment each other.

[@AllThingsFilm1]

Great video. Your production quality is second to none. I've owned the FX30 since it was released. It is the first camera I've ever had where I am hesitant to sell it for another camera. Usually when I want to get a new camera, I sell the one I have without blinking. The FX30 changed that completely. For my uses, the a6700 would make a great 2nd camera to my FX30. Would I rather shoot with full frame cameras? Sure. But, given the quality I've been able to get out of the FX30, I am no longer obsessing about full frame. Without a trained eye, I think most people wouldn't notice the differences between full frame or aps-c. I don't know anyone that looks for bokeh consciously, except for other filmmakers or photographers. Again, with a trained eye. At this point, I am looking for a second camera to go with my FX30. If I were to win the lottery, sure I would scoop up a bunch of full frame cameras. But, the FX30 is so impressive for what it offers, and the a6700 really seems to meet my needs for a second camera I am likely to go with that. Thanks again for another fantastic comparison video. You definitely deserve a lot more subscribers.

[@thefilmalliance]

Thanks so much. Yes I understand where your coming from. I would go with the a6700 or wait it out until Sony releases their next camera. Either way, it seems like you've got it figured out

[@Worldfactnewslife]

You said it all same thing I was saying today, I love the fx30 and I’ll always follow the native iso and I can’t wait to get the a6700 as second camera

[@johnw4595]

Thank you. Really appreciate all the information on use case. Rather than just features. Very helpful. 👍

[@thefilmalliance]

Thanks man! Appreciate the feedback!

[@anthonyj748]

Wow… I just found my new favorite film channel. like woah the quality is amazing

[@thefilmalliance]

Thanks man, appreciate that a lot. Glad to have you here

[@JohnClickPhotography-ch5tn]

awsome explanation....thank you Sir

[@markperritte]

Thank you for the advice and video. What about the new Sony cameras coming out,what do you think

[@GERASPOV]

What a nice and professional review, thank you a lot!

[@thefilmalliance]

Thank you for the kind words, I really appreciate it.

[@Kamal_Actkins]

Awesome freaking video man!

[@thefilmalliance]

Thanks a ton Kamal

[@kapilesh14]

Amazing video 👍

[@thefilmalliance]

Thanks so much. So which camera do you like better?

[@softnest]

I like the intro of this video. It gave me goosebumps.

[@thefilmalliance]

Thats awesome. Thank you for that feedback.

[@BlueFlameLighter]

Thank you very much for sharing this content. I'll probably be getting the Sony A7IV but I dont know if i should wait until Black Friday to see some significant discount or not.. By any chance do you know if equipment like this may get some sort of discount during that season or is it too "new" still?

[@thefilmalliance]

I’m not sure, but sometimes BH will do a flash sale

[@Wrenchingandadventuring]

My current combo A7iv and zv-e10. That A7iv is a absolute dream camera and that little zv-e10 is great for what it costs. I hope to upgrade the zv-e10 to a FX30 soon. That’s my dream combo. I did consider the a6700 as a swap for the zve10 but I film outside in the heat and elements a lot and that fx30 seems like a tank of workhorse camera

[@thefilmalliance]

Yes as long as you have some good lenses you should be all set

[@janzeddrieck5801]

Was looking for a new body but ended up subscribing instead. Man the cinematics on this are on point.

[@thefilmalliance]

Love that, thanks for the sub! Appreciate it!

[@Rivendio]

Great work...again 👍 a7IV due to it`s better low-light performance mainly...

[@nelsonliu1609]

Would love to see a comparison with A7C II when it’s released

[@fluxx2875]

Just to add, the A6700 is also dust and moisture resistant. Sony showed this in the introductory video :)

[@ozielmelendez]

Wait… Did you have a bunny? Instant subscribe! Also great content 🫡

[@josebrivera1716]

Thanks for the video. I just wish you would do the photography comparison either first or last so that I can skip ver the video stuff. I really wish camera were just either video or photography and not both.

[@kutluberke]

Hey bro, can I connect a Sandisk SSD to both cameras using a Type-C connection for storage?

[@apollontv1078]

Heyyy...please show us what's the best lenses (new and used) for the A6700... On a budget( a wide lens like 16mm or wider...) and a zoom lens (e.g 17 -50...)🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@frzn9856]

hey homie. So wide lenses you could always do sigma, or go with sigmas 10-18mm f 2.8 but it is $600 new and just released not too long ago. So it may be a bit harder to find. For a zoom lens you can either go with the Sigma 18-50mm f 2.8, or the Tamron 17-70mm. People say tamron is a bit better quality and +20mm of zoom, but is MUCH bigger. The sigma is extremely small and personally what I use.

[@extraerindetail]

I just watched this video with my boyfriend who is getting into film and I just have to say, the editor had way too much fun on this one.

[@thefilmalliance]

haha im glad he liked it!

[@holdmyown32]

I have a7iv probably will add the a6700 to my kit as well

[@thefilmalliance]

Those colors will match up nicely, but dont forget to white balance especially when shooting in log

[@krisedits648]

what camera you ideally recommend if i am shooting alot of social media content and youtube videos ?

[@thefilmalliance]

Thats hard to say. It depends on what you’re using them for. I created a camera quiz to help you figure out which camera is best for you Have you taken it yet?

[@malikharden5124]

6700's hard to beat at that price. Both great cameras!

[@thefilmalliance]

Yes I know, thats probably why its so popular

[@luccagiordano8262]

uploading the luts in the a6700, will automaticaly apply it to the footage? or it will just act as a assist to record? i'm dying trying to find out this information.

[@rafaelhoyosweht2603]

I dont know if you found out, but no. The luts only applies in the live view, not the final video file.

[@jarmaxpro]

Unless I misunderstood you, you said that you can't transfer files to a computer on the a7IV via the usb-c port. That is incorrect. I do it all the time.

[@wakeywarrior]

I hear the A6700 has ridiculous overheating problems for an APSC?

[@mylifefilmproduction]

Great video, my opinion: A7IV is the first camera, A6700 is the second camera.

[@thefilmalliance]

Great idea. I agree

[@LeyendaProductions]

Did you have any problems with the 6700 overheating?

[@thefilmalliance]

I covered that further into the video! Not a problem.

[@markuskreissl7416]

Thanks for this video, but you are wrong about the magnification of the evf. You have to take the aps-c crop into consideration when it comes to the magnification of the a6700. On paper, it HAS a 1.07 magnification, but converted into full frame, this means 0.70 magnification (on a 50mm lens, whereas the a7iv comes in here at 0.78. So it's better on the a7iv then on the a6700.

[@thefilmalliance]

Aha, thanks for helping me with that one.

[@diesolit]

Still till this day the fx30 is being recommended, its the weird mix where you get every thing except a mechanical shutter with the fx30.

[@thefilmalliance]

Thats a good point. So what camera did you decide on?

[@AlphaCentauri24]

Overheating?

[@jonguitarman2003]

Thank you for this comparison! I was debating between the two. The A6700 will make my wife and wallet much happier. 😂

[@thefilmalliance]

Haha really glad I could help you out man!

[@gigihanmandarin]

18:25 clear image zoom question: Does FX30 lose eye AF when clear image zoom is activated?

[@victorlolo2008]

yes

[@gericsonmarcelo8105]

which is better for professional streaming ?

[@thefilmalliance]

a6700. Thats actually a great question. I created a camera quiz to help you figure out which camera is best for what you are using it for. Have you taken it yet?

[@user-xh5vf7dz9y]

Im stuck between the a6700 and a7iii for photo and video. What do you recommend ?

[@AnmolShelke]

Exactly my situation right now

[@volcan3223]

Any update? Considering the same thing

[@rubenvagenende8475]

What would u suggest for Car videography im open for suggestions! ;p

[@bdvisuals_]

I have 2 ZVE10.. probably will upgrade to the A6700

[@thefilmalliance]

That will be a nice upgrade. I'm loving the a6700

[@lvc394]

I have the a6700 which was a great upgrade for the ZV-E10. I have a few lenses that I bought over time for the E10 that I can pop on the a6700 and go to town. For the time being I don't want to spend money on Full Frame until I get better at using the ones I have. There is nothing FF can teach me that I can't learn with what I have. That being said, if I did go FF it would not be with the a7IV because it is old news and I would wait for Sony to release a a7IV MII that had AI and all the other new stuff. Sony is cranking out new and better cameras every 3 months (except for the ZV-1F that was trash). Now if someone gave me a a7IV as a gift I would not turn it down, but for my money I can wait for what come next in 2024. To Sony a firmware update means buying the latest camera for them.

[@thefilmalliance]

I know what you mean. Yes it seems Sony is competing with themselves haha

[@jaymills1720]

How’s overheating

[@lvc394]

@@jaymills1720 Not a problem so far I did test it at 4K 60 and it recorded for about 42 minutes. no issues at 4K 24. This was all indoors. I am glad it closed the file before shutting down.

[@SwiftySanders]

@@thefilmalliance It’s better to cannibalize yourself than be cannibalized by another company… plus its a pathway to buying other sony products like the mic or full frame in the future.

[@CalzNL]

I cant decide if i want better AF or better bokeh. :/

[@oz5wob3]

I just bought the a6700 and love getting it out on the weekends. Something I don't recall if you mentioned is that you can use FF lens on your APS-C body and extend your reach.

[@thefilmalliance]

That’s a great point. I can’t remember if I mentioned that or not. It’s a fun weekends camera for sure

[@jaymills1720]

How’s overheating

[@oz5wob3]

@@jaymills1720 I've only shot a few clips, just a few minutes each. No problem at this time. I do love the auto framing in video. That really does well.

[@oz5wob3]

@@thefilmalliance I love my a6700. It does the job I need and it's smart enough to handle many variables at once.

[@oz5wob3]

Just got back from vacation and my first real opportunity to get out and play with my new a6700. Like I have said before, this camera is great for my needs- it may not work for everyone. My wife and I visited Pensacola Beach and I got some decent time on the beach, in the pool and watching the Blue Angels at Fort Pickens. The auto focus performance is the main reason I bought this camera and traded in my a6500. The auto focus hit most shots, there were a few shots missed as the Angels flew from one point to another and in-between onlookers. I was able to get some great photos and videos, of the Angels in flight. We also got photos and videos of my wife in the ocean and the hotel pool. The camera nailed focus on nearly every shot. The ones it missed focus were usually when my wife was charging poses. I'd catch an arm moving or a change in expression or something minor. But, that is not the camera's fault. All in all, I am very happy with the a6700 and look forward to keeping it for many years to come.

[@get_spanked240]

I could be wrong, and if i am i will apologize, but I don't see any side by side comparisons of colors/skin tones. Could you please do a side by side comparison of both?

[@thefilmalliance]

Yes I’ll have to do that. Thank you

[@get_spanked240]

@@thefilmalliance Awesome, thank you very much

[@wendywitzig119]

A7iv FTW, low light, 2 card slots, etc

[@thefilmalliance]

But bigger lenses unless you use APSC lenses

[@yoselgomez]

Great job but the A7 IV usb C is not only for charging the camera you can transfer Data 😊

[@thefilmalliance]

Thank you, How’d I miss this?

[@mohsinkhan845]

How is a6700 for wildlife?

[@thefilmalliance]

I took some rabbit shots with a telephoto lens, not the kit lens. You can check out in the vid. I thought the quality was unbelievable. Let me know what you think.

[@rico9001]

I just opened X-S20, first impression? looks way cheaper for the price. Joystick feel cheap like from tamagotchi, also screen feel like cheap plastic. I don't know yet how it works because it has to be turned off while charging(nice for streaming)

[@pentagramyt417]

IF.... A7IV had focus bracketing, and insect follow feature, that would be PERFECT camera for me. The lack of that to compromise with higher noise is a win for a6700. YES, I KNOW A7RV is like a7iv + a6700, but the price is ridiculous and you can have a A7IV + A6700 at that moment (LOL). A6700 is amazing camera for 99,5% of society.

[@simarjeetsinghdhami1079]

Your visuals are confusing sir. While Comparing cameras why are you showing difference of s cine and pp mode. Rather just show same version from both cameras and also what you talk and show is different in many clips. Very confusing

[@EscapeSquad]

Νot even close for me but both awesome camera! Another very important thing is that a7iv has awesome 1080p especially comparing it to the a6700's! Dynamic range and low light performance is not close so the full frame wins pretty easily for me!nice video!!

[@BabyJay]

but has 4k120 tho so how does that matter

[@anishsharma5347]

why is the video so intense

[@thefilmalliance]

It needed to be

[@ruff1draft]

The Sony A74 is the one for me

[@amansidhu5356]

So in real I watch your videos in .75x speed in which I can clearly have time to see the footage properly and not just have a quick glance 😂

[@seanchen9265]

SONY ZVE10 will be classic after 10 years

[@sharvo6]

Informative, but maybe you could talk a little faster ...

[@thefilmalliance]

Thank you

[@Na0uta]

The A7iv is way more expensive then the a6700. It's also full frame, which often means more expensive lenses. There isn't really a competition if you're looking at price to performance. The a6700 will get you 95% of the way to the a7iv for about 40% less money.

[@thefilmalliance]

I can see what your saying. I believe both cameras are good for different situations. I love the lens options aspect of the a6700. You can get a lot of good quality aps-c lenses on a budget. Which camera did you end up going with?

[@helveklikk]

I think the A7 III was more revolutionary than either of these cameras, as it combined amazing battery life, auto focus and reliability in a mirrorless camera for less than 2500$ for the first time ever.

[@CreedApollorRock]

Don’t speak so fast, but good details

[@thefilmalliance]

I can see what your saying. Thanks, I believe both cameras are good for different situations.

[@rawbsworld6604]

The 67 makes no sense, especially if travel / vlogging is you direction mentioned it’s lighter especially with apsc lens so why put a smaller sensor in the same size body as the A7 ? Travel vlogging etc bulkiness is part of the equation imho 🤷‍♂️

[@bondgabebond4907]

In less than one minute, you can say why the a6700 is better than the A74. Not to say the A74 is bad, it is a very good camera. The elephant in the room says it all. The A6700 is now sporting features found the in the A7R5, save for some features like the smaller sensor. The A74 is now a generation older and desperately needs to become the next A7R5 sibling, named the A75. That's enough.

[@thefilmalliance]

Yes but people like seeing the side by side as well

[@madvelila]

Editing style of this video is way too intense for me to watch.

[@thefilmalliance]

the music?

[@madvelila]

@@thefilmalliance fast cuts and special effects.

[@CreedApollorRock]

Great review, but please slow your delivery down a bit, talking way too fast 😊

[@rafaelhoyosweht2603]

I need a xanax after watching this

[@thefilmalliance]

From the snake?

[@tarvopajus]

Cringy overly done effects, distracting slightly but quality is there.

[@thefilmalliance]

Thank you for that. I just want to share with you all what I have learned over the years.

[@stysondesign5652]

You are talking to fast as if you want to win talking race so i lost many informations why squeezing billions of words in few minutes? No panic. Slow down if possible sometimes is less more.Just like machine gun traaaa traa traaa ...he what did he say? The people who watching your vidz are not all native English speakers. At least i slowed playback to 0.75 of speed in order to catch it all i am not a Cam professional so i need my time ,many others too. Thank you for good video and best regards, you don't need to thank me for this life saving tips. ...talking faster then most woman i meet well not everyone can do this. Rataaaataraaataaarataaa...no stop,no point just rataaaaratttaaa

[@SilatShooter]

"Decades to come??" ....seems a bit much of statement. We can barely remember cameras that are two years old. I do enjoy your content but man you talk fast. Maybe time for decaf?

[@withoutpassid]

Superior video editing but inferior content

[@thefilmalliance]

You don’t like?

[@gbwalther3198]

The TRUTH IS: NEITHER one of them, the Sony a6700 nor the Sony a7IV could be considered great. They are both engineering, tech, mirrorless camera disasters. Both have SERIOUS THERMAL/OVERHEATING/SHUT-DOWN PROBLEMS which Sony has refused to address and correct. Save your money. Shop for the FX3, FX30-active cooling if u still want Sony. Otherwise go for Panasonic-Lumix with their S5ii or S5iiX (both have active cooling). Sony refuses to listen to serious videographers who want a hybrid package which will work ALL THE TIME. So we are being forced to look elsewhere. Panasonic-Lumix and Fuji have joined the bandwagon regarding active cooling hybrid cameras. Obviously with Sony's latest release, the Sony a6700, they have proved again that they want to remain the Ostrich with head in the Sand Company, So Let it Be. 😎😎

[@Kxiong.1]

Both camera are great .