Sony A7C Review: a little ripper!

The Sony A7C is a small in size, big in specs full-frame camera with a large ISO range, 24.2MP sensor, and fast autofocus. Coming in at $1,800, it has the sensor, processor, and autofocus system of 2018’s A7 III in a body that’s closer in size to the A6600. Becca Farsace has the full review.
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[@TheVerge]

If you could have any full-frame camera, which one would you choose for photography?

[@umah.]

Sony a7R IV

[@fabricio44444]

@@umah. Lol haha just returned mine today for an R3 + a6100 and still got some money left over

[@umah.]

@@fabricio44444 didn't say I would buy one tho...

[@WhatTheFragrance]

Panasonic s5 or Nikon z6

[@fabricio44444]

@@umah. Hahahaha 🤣 u win!

[@PackingLess]

Its worth mentioning this camera records gyroscopic data with video so the footage can be stabilised in Sonys Catalyst Browse or Image Edge app for really very smooth and impressive footage (gimbal-like even)

[@mpgnz73]

So they provide gyro data in order for the user to spend hours doing post processing activities to get cropped and soft stabilised footage rather than providing a decent IBIS system in the first place. Nice one Sony.

[@thisiscuvo]

@@mpgnz73 I guess smaller body means less space for IBS system to move around. It's understandable though.

[@mirrorlessny]

@@thisiscuvo correct, we cant have everything in one camera, yet :)

[@markshirley01]

@@mpgnz73 not really - I only need a few seconds of stabalized footage - say a person tracking shot - its a really good feature that saves me bringing and balancing a gimbal.

[@markshirley01]

Yes - nice feature that I'll definitely use.

[@shahalfr]

Becca if you can please make a video on best cameras in different price bracket

[@TheVerge]

👀👀 -b

[@SwaGSurFer12]

The Verge yes please

[@dharmani_youtube]

+1

[@nirv5275]

Yeah pls do this

[@ajinkyanaik1433]

@@TheVerge Yes please

[@AuthenTech]

That low light performance is nutty! Those photos look crazy sharp too

[@heinekhalwin8735]

I know nothing about cameras or photography. But i still watch these videos.

[@cameronwyenberg1159]

Same.

[@rerdmann]

Becca, you're awesome! I seriously feel like you're an old friend. and we're just nerding out over cameras. Keep up the great work!

[@LomographyTromography]

This is an absolutely fantastic review, it feels natural, with real world examples of why the features work. Not to mention an interesting, and engaging reviewer. On ya the verge, and thanks Becca.

[@rp8592]

In the UK, a little ripper means a small fart - not those stinkers, but a mini one. :D

[@ASLUHLUHC3]

In London it's also a certain Jack

[@madankumarn]

Sounds about right for this cam

[@cunty]

becca: *lemme ignore that*

[@possums101]

America has a similar saying.

[@teaphizzy]

😂

[@talklein39]

Know nothing about photography, still a cool vid!

[@et.sachin]

same here lol

[@AmanpreetSingh]

Really enjoyed this review even though I'm not a camera guy

[@PabloGonzalezVargas]

Becca, you should 100% get your own channel, love your style !!

[@EMillerphotography]

I completely agree! ;)

[@LewaGaba]

I love the idea of this camera. Mostly bc I'm running around the city with a camera in my purse. I used to rock a7r but it was so big and clunky, i tried rx100m3 but I hated that I have to take out the viewfinder which takes so much time and recently I bought a6100 and I'm so happy with it. It's small enough to make a difference in a purse but its still apsc with similar feel of a "full size camera". I was considering Fuji xt100v but I decided that I want more lens options. Anyway what I'm trying to say it's that id buy a7c bc it's more compact then standard FF.

[@samendathieniali4013]

Becca has quickly become one of my most favourite tech personalities. So much life in her.

[@XDJ0003]

New goal in life: Love everything i do as much as Becca does

[@DrMario_666]

I mean yeah I would too if I was getting paid to play

[@krazyfrog]

When the original A7 first launched, it was the smallest full frame mirrorless camera in the world. Seven years later, they've done it again.

[@SahilArora09]

Where can i get that mask, good looking and looks comfortable

[@CatatonicImperfect]

looks self-sewn. i'd google images "diy mask". or try etsy.

[@psipsitronick9250]

you're so charming and competent !

[@LashanR]

I think this my upgrade. After nearly 8 years with my Canon 700D it's time to jump ship

[@uhhhhhhhhh]

eos r is pretty cheap now too though, personally switched from 70D to it and been a blast using my canon glass on it

[@CaviteTechnology]

still using the 700D for almost 3 years

[@mirrorlessny]

for videography??? look at Sony a7Siii it's the future of Sony cameras with touch menu & improved IBIS (active stabilization)

[@LashanR]

@@mirrorlessny Lol I ain't spending £3799 on just a camera body 😂

[@alexgarcia2071]

Her energy is contagious and jumps through the screen. She’s a keeper!

[@shermantiller4112]

Love the b roll footage, way to go with your support!

[@TheVerge]

@Alix Diaconis the best days!

[@TechSpaceCowboy]

That display flip at 0:30 was 🔥

[@kylelawson]

Thanks Becca! What's that small cross body black bag you're rocking at 3:22?

[@craig_cunha]

Wondering about this as well.

[@CommunityFirst1]

Pretty sure that’s a Moment Camera Sling!

[@nolyspe]

@@craig_cunha samesies, please let us know!

[@randomname931]

fix the EVF and add a dial on front and I'm in. hoping for these fixes in the 2nd gen.

[@ericfallabel9201]

Becca needs her own podcast and KZbin channel, to get more content from her out there!

[@Propaganda_Films]

I find Becca’s reviews are very humble and real. Feels like watching reviews from someone I know for long time. Interesting 🤔.

[@cignandrea]

Becca I don't give a F about cameras, but I love your videos way too much not to watch this

[@zodiacmanan]

I come from 8 years of using the Sony NEX5N and chose not to get this because it was hamstrung - that old menu system, single card slot and ridiculous EVF are the main reasons to go with the Lumix S5. That fast Sony AF is not my biggest need.

[@PolymerJones]

When I’m out protesting the police and starting riots , I grab for my Sony a7c LOL

[@JanandAnn]

Sold my a7iii for this and loved it way more

[@FotosyMas.]

Extremely overpriced camera. Single memory card slot, 1/4000s max shutter, forced EFC shutter, tiny unusable EVF, low resolution LCD, no front command dial, no custom buttons. What were they thinking?

[@LeBeautiful]

The low light performance..Jesus

[@BillRey]

Great review but a bit odd to insist pairing this little camera with such gigantic lenses.

[@pinatadonkey5934]

Becca, you are by far my favorite reviewer with The Verge, and I love your whole crew. Every time I see one of your vids I have to watch, even if it’s a product I’m not particularly interested in. Keep up the awesome work.

[@MessiestFort]

Where did you buy the mask??

[@Samiam-mu5ln]

So I finally found one of the Verge staff members that voted The Last of Us II for Game of the Year xD

[@doc_noki]

Like everybody, i'm leaving nikon after 10 years. And i think this is going to be the one. Also - Becca reviews / best reviews.

[@markshirley01]

Good chance of me doing the same - Im giving them the chance of seeing if the Z6 mk2 next week will be good enough. Nikon need a winner if they are going to survive.

[@doc_noki]

@@markshirley01 that is very true. And i'm reallyyy looking for the reviews.

[@Crushenator500]

It's hilarious to see that compact camera with a ginormous lens on it while you talk about how much you love the small size. I shoot my a7ii with a little Leica M mount lens and it's wonderful

[@JoeStraw]

Rippin' vid, Becca!

[@RealTechnoPanda]

No thanks, I am happy with my a6400. APSC glass is more affordable and picture quality still rocks. If I ever upgrade, I will go all in with a7siii

[@abefroman5437]

Wait for A7Cii for the new menu system

[@nine958]

That 24-70 GM looks too big for that camera. The A7C & Tamron 28-75 maybe the better combo.

[@frankfeng2701]

Mounting the a massive GM lens on a small body like A7c defeats its whole purpose.

[@labibrahman09]

I love Becca's reviews. She brings so much personality to her reviews and and always enjoys herself in the process.

[@KhanPiesseONE]

Loved that B-roll showing BLM ✊🏿 support ❤️🙏 - from Australia with love

[@IIC4NCELEDII]

I would totally pick up with camera if it recorded 10 bit

[@caillou6567]

Is such a small body really worth it for a full frame sensor knowing that the lenses are going to be huge? Go for something like a micro 4/3 if you want something smaller than a DSLR but still have the ability to change and have great lenses

[@jonaswicker6188]

Not all full frame lenses are huge. Sony has some great lenses like 20mm F1.8, 24mm F1.4, 35mm F1.8, 50mm F1.8 and 85mm F1.8. All of them fit perfecfly on the A7C. And there are many other options like Zeiss Loxia and Batis, Samyang and Voigtländer for small lenses.

[@caillou6567]

@@jonaswicker6188 Then for these lenses it would make sense I guess

[@leemartin2978]

Great video ...I wish Canon would introduce something in this vein but with an optical /digital viewfinder like the Fuji X Pro 3....they may have patented that ? But I don’t want to start buying lenses all over again . Beautiful shot and edited job here 👍

[@MikeStevens]

Petition to have Becca host every Verge vid from now on (sorry Dieter and crew!)

[@SolomonLee97]

I recently got an A7C and have been using it for video production projects. However, the files on the SD card have corrupted multiple times since I started using this camera with a new SD card. Are there any ways to avoid corrupted videos and perform standalone backups?

[@MattSezer]

I hope they kind of do the opposite and make an APSC camera with the specs of the A7Siii with an A6xxx sized body. I use the Sony FS7 and FS5 for video and don't need, nor do I want to pay $3,500 for, full frame for a b-cam and gimbal cam.

[@EricBlair-jg2ux]

the mask thing is so lame

[@Xiaotian_Guan]

It's 2020, and a new 1800$ camera doesn't come with a fully utilized touch screen. Yeah, I do wonder why the camera industry is still not dead yet.

[@airpu4490]

Doing research on cameras always felt like work to me. You made this video so easy and enjoyable to watch!

[@aryanroy9050]

I loved the way she flipped, flipped and then flipped the flippy screen.

[@TheVerge]

it's so easy! how could I not?? -b

[@mrjemenai]

Aryan Roy all quick!

[@VactorVerse]

I let out a little ripper this morning in the bathroom.

[@rectly]

Came back to say did you guys fix the ram slot?

[@xryze1277]

Same

[@jeegarthakker2168]

which camera should I buy? I am a film school student, recommendations?

[@jeegarthakker2168]

@Orange Robster Student

[@wolffpv535]

Got money? Get them all!

[@tnypxl]

The anxiety I felt from her jumping around without the strap. MY heart.

[@GarrettWease]

Becca does so damn good with these camera reviews. Been looking to grab an a7siii to add to my wedding filmmaker kit, but I’m honestly thinking of adding this for now instead.

[@SunitaDevi-hr9zr]

Love you team Verge from India. Loved your Hero 9 review most. Thank you so much for such awesome and informative stuffs.

[@DmitrijPaskevic]

Always happy to see Becca. So passionate and upbeat! Wish Sony's lenses didn't cost a fortune.

[@daindoboy]

How about the evf and the experience with taking photos in bright daylight

[@TheVerge]

The EVF is hella bright and easy to use even in direct sunlight. When we shot the broll it was a really sunny day and I didn't have trouble seeing the articulating screen either. -b

[@ringingthebells307]

Exvellent info.. BTW with which camera this video is shot and what is the resolution of shoot

[@soheilmasoumi3009]

great video. Is the Sony a7c camera suitable for recording long-term videos? For example, two hours of uninterrupted record? Doesn't it heat up?

[@jhntk7918]

20 REASONS A7C IS IMPORTANT: 1. crammed prior Sony tech into this smaller body 2. smallest FF camera on the market 3. weights only 1 lb. 4. full inputs/ports 5. battery FZ-100 from A7III 6. micro-HDMI port 7. single card slot 8. mic and headphone jack 9. A7III screen but flippy 10. better port doors 11. weather resistant 12. easy to use Fn button 13. 7 steps of AF transition speeds 14. 5 steps of AF responsiveness 15. eye-detection in video 16. one of Sony's best AF cameras 17. same 24mp still images/video as the A7III 18. almost same IBIS as A7III 19. better skin tones 20. good value

[@luisignaciosan]

I reaaaaaaally like your videos, Becca! Greetings from Mexico! :)

[@lmbfaoo]

ALLEN WRENCH

[@samsheen5126]

Quick question does the Sony A7C have product showcase and or a built in ND filter?

[@ChAoS3sixO]

A7RII Ibis causes cameras to fail constantly. Sony UK say not covered under warranty. Apparently user fault. Do not buy. Look up ibis lock/shutdown. I only found out after it was too late. Share and tell everyone. Less than 10k actuations. Bad buy my bad. :(

[@pf4773]

Thanks for the review, but I'm very happy with my Sony A6600 and various apsc lenses (the lens size is small, light and tailored to the small camera body. For me, to buy a same-size camera body but then have to attach large and bulky/heavy lenses defeats the purpose of the concept of small. I get your points though-innovation is wonderful to see and each iteration of previous technology helps us all; and thanks for the review!

[@stevengergi6781]

Ok I got this camera paired with Sigma 24-70 picture quality is really nice I really want to love this camera but.... I have issues with blinking video is anyone else with the same issue? When I record video I noticed some black bards sometimes is anyone with the same issue?

[@cwl82108]

From a fuji user this one spec is so attractive,but once you have try this you will feel this camera control is horrible,no joy stick for focus point selection,no wheels for Aperture and Shutter speed for quick setting,and most important, EVF is way too small,any Sony A series APS camera have bigger EVF then this.....

[@neeraj_s]

BTW which camera are you guys using while shooting this video ? Seems like Fuji or Panasonic ( Or any Non-Sony/Canon Cam) cause video clips in which sun is behind the person , camera tends to focus breath !!

[@erg1450]

good review, however, using a heavy lens I think it defeats the purpose f light gear concept, I wish you would've paired with something lighter and versatile

[@fidelm3371]

She must be from up California north if shes using the word "hella". We say that here. Those from southern Ca don't use that word nor know what it means I think. 1st time watching her video by the way. Impressive.

[@ObscuraEND]

Becca: she rips! gestures at sony a7c lol

[@arcatravelgear177]

Are you kidding me? Stash small body in a small bag and you have masive lenses?!... it's not a big size difference to promote it as Wowww look at this. Just another revision which apparently you like.

[@raymondkaruga8207]

It's the perfect level of small Where have I heard that before?😂

[@cks8661]

USE Manual Focus when you are shooting stand still interview.... Your camerea keep loosing focus in the video.

[@kristiankaraneshev7528]

Small camera, but huge lenses :D, how exactly are you supposed to pack this small camera and huge lenses in a small backpack? The camera is not that small actually - 150 g less then a7iii. which is nothing to me

[@AB-lx8cf]

That giant lens defeats the purpose I think. Maybe a smaller fixed focal length would have been better? Like the loxia or a summicron.

[@cradlemonsterp9309]

Why is everyone complimenting its compactness? I upgraded to this from the first gen A7 to find out it's actually a lot bigger.

[@thesuperstar4470]

The screen rotation doesn’t work properly for front view when you change the angle to upper it will go back to normal and front looks upside down why so ???

[@georgemichaelofficial]

I don't need more cameras I don't need more camera I don't...

[@charlesconklin4642]

Samsung galaxy note 10 plus my Verizon Samsung Galaxy smartphone HPP Dot dot

[@matthewrreis]

Old menu systems, overpriced and no 10-bit video make the A7C a terrible value proposition for many people.

[@danishmateen7464]

Confused by both a7c and you... both are compact with maximum capabilities :)

[@curtisbme]

Really don't understand why they would release a camera with the new menus and touch screen and not have every one after that have the same thing. It is announcing 'please buy this camera that is out of date the moment we release it."

[@rios3297]

need advice.. would you recommend a7c or fuji xt4 for music/concert photography?

[@travissmarion]

This video confuses me... And it has nothing to do with the camera. 🤣 Just not sure what I'm looking at here.

[@trailwaver404]

So basically the Sony zve10 mk 1 but in full frame? nice

[@bltpod]

Does this camera have an unlimited time recording? I'm interested in a camera that does for the visual element of my podcast.

[@FrancisHerding]

The new Sony QX1 is going to be even smaller. If they ever make another one. Full-frame sensor, please.

[@MoElf]

I have sony a6600 for video low light 80 % at night am I need upgrade to a7c for video ? Thx

[@adden2242]

wow this was 2 months ago and this cam still has NOT Arrived here in the Philippines.omg tooooo slow!

[@doozledumbler5393]

A compact camera is a little bit pointless when you put a humungous lens like that on it.

[@vijaypd7616]

Her photography skills are killer

[@voorachter2733]

What's the point of a slightly more compact camera if you're putting on these huge FF lenses?

[@DarktrekOfficial]

Sony A7C - is a little ripper Becca - is a little cutie

[@ruff1draft]

In the Sony Full frame Camera line up you forgot to mention the Sony A9 and Sony A9ii