Sony A7C vs ZV1-II vs iPhone 14 Pro Max Comparison

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Hey everyone! Today I'm going to be comparing 3 different cameras that can be used for content creation, travel and vlogging. We have the Sony A7C with the 28-60mm f4-5.6 kit lens, the new Sony ZV1 mk2 and the iPhone 14 Pro Max. I compare the focal lengths of each of these cameras, vlogging capabilities, microphone sound comparison, IBIS/image stabilisation and general image quality. Let me know if this video was helpful and which one you prefer!
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[@ChochoLevi]

Discovered this great channel by this video. Thanks for the comparison!! Exactly what i need now.

[@asideofthings2526]

Well done, very good review, like the style of talk/conversation as well. Thanks!

[@bambi0607]

Cool & informative comparisons. Thank you! 🙂

[@Roaming-Alone]

just watched your this video and became a fan :) and instantly subscribed. Miles to go... Keep going n getting what you desire... God bless you.

[@johnwilson6999]

Thank you what a great video love your content

[@heroicmonkey714]

Omg. 😮that stabilization on the iPhone. That’s amazing.

[@Timeless_gw]

By far one of my favorite KZbinrs and such an amazing video. Literally answers all of the questions I needed on whether or not to purchase the ZV-1 ii or just use my iPhone for content creation. Thanks a bunch!

[@SirMikeProvolone]

I see a massive difference between my zv1 and my iPhone 15 Pro. Im glad i got the zv1!

[@travel-peter]

Excatly what i was looking for. Thx

[@101interior]

Thanks for the video. It help me so much

[@gewooneerlijk]

Great Comparison Julia

[@user-en2kq1en2v]

This is what i was curious about. This is good

[@claytonsmith1906]

Another great video, dp you have an ETA on the X-H2 video you mentioned a few videos ago? Looking forward to it!

[@user-qq7dt2tf6n]

This video is very helpful.

[@eglereg]

Thank you for the video! What was this tiny tripod you were using in the video? I want that too for my vloging ☺️🙏🏼❤️

Great video!!

[@viponkasongo]

Excellent review on Sony zv E II

[@Mikivli]

love the softness/ real of the cameras. the iPhone 14 pro is good but definitely makes it look digital with the sharpness

[@MJ-uk6lu]

It's not sharpness, but massive oversharpening. Basically the same as setting TV sharpness to the max. It looks awful and doesn't really improve actual detailedness. It only produces unpleasant halos.

[@thuantq91]

your video makes me really appreciate the value that my A7C has brought to me.

[@juliatrotti]

It’s a great little camera!

[@veronicadobos1350]

@@juliatrotti Hey Julia. I love so much your videos and you are so sweet. Thank you for your job. Can you tell us also what is the best video lens for Sony A7C please? Thank you.

[@fromia1]

The ZV-1 II will be my next camera. Interested to know how it performs vs the iPhone for indoor use, where the lighting isn't perfect.

[@carlosburgos59]

I love ur content you are so talented beautiful and I love ur accent ❤

[@JohnnyVichi]

GOOOD JOBB ON THIS HIGH QUALITY VIDIO OOOO JUJUUU

[@ryanochengco713]

Hi, thank you for the video comparison. Can you use the zv1-ii for portrait photography? Thank you! :)

[@mattPG78]

Great comparison! I have had the A7C, ZV-1 mk1 and an iPhone 12Pro Max before and vlogged with all of them. While the A7C is full frame and a great camera to hold, the stabilization was terrible (sold this camera before I heard about catalyst browse) I do agree that the image quality on the iPhone is great, it is a bit to sharp. I have a ZV-1 mk2 arriving today and am looking forward to vlogging with it again. It's a great little camera!

[@smashingfables6307]

I used to have an A7C too. I used Catalyst Browse, but found it softened the image too much. It was definitely degrading the resolution. I have a GH6 now and it's buttery smooth when vlogging. I did like the A7C's stills though.

[@syedasamreenrabbani794]

How did you find sony camera?

[@BrionneOlsen]

Awesome video 👏🏽. What’s amazing is that Creators are spoilt for choice! There are minimal differences between cameras these days and all that is left is to offer is good quality content. Personally I prefer full frame cameras purely for the look but lots of Creators on KZbin as well as field journalists for example, have built their entire careers on using a smartphone. So if you’re a creator using any of these tools, don’t forget to have fun and know these tools are just tools and that you’re the storyteller. So go out and show us the world from your perspective 😄. Happy creating 🙌🏽.

[@kyrgeorge]

So true. Even movies nowadays filmed with smartphones

[@Miracle_Chiedozie]

One of the best comments❤️

[@schoeferfilm]

Good comparison Julia 👍🏻 I have the iPhone 14 pro max and the ZV1 too but my main cam ist the fx6 😅 for holidays unfortunately too big 😂 best cinematic greetings from an old german KZbin filmmaker

[@AvStArts]

Thanks so much for the comparison! I’m trying to decide on if I want to upgrade from my iPhone for filming… right now I’m just going to keep my phone!

[@adk2527]

The editing of this video is seamless.. great job!

[@daya-cr9mn]

Can you please make a video comparing what videoing + vlogging looks like on different lenses with the Sony A7C?? - specific different wide angle lenses. that would be so helpful!! thank you!!

[@1194pa]

Good work❤

[@user-em5oc1lm8w]

I own a ZV-1 Mark II, iPhone 14 Pro, and Fujifilm XS10. I use the Fujifilm for photography and videography for specific projects, but after testing my ZV-1 Mark II, it is undoubtedly superior to the iPhone and other smartphones.

[@ShanMichaelEscasio]

Only diehard isheeps would be glorifying the iphone over the true cameras. Lol. Because for them, "nothing beats the iphone".

[@kuba6156]

You buy a nice mirrorless camera and you use it for years or you buy new iPhone every year for the improvements while it costs almost the same as that mirrorless body...

[@DoKaTS]

But you'll never wonder, should I bring my iPhone today?

[@faisolumar6424]

nice comprasion julia

[@eri7-11]

wonderful video, ily

[@rincherph]

You are the best, I love you ❤

[@Redeemingthetimestudios]

I’m genuinely surprised how much I like the a7c as a 2nd option to my a7r3. It’s an impressive little camera for sure.

[@sanoska206]

It’s a Sony a7iii in a smaller form factor.

[@takrad981]

@@sanoska206 but 7c better a73

[@DCJSealer]

I recently switched to the a7c from a a7iii because of weight and size and in combination with Samyang Tiny series lenses it is an awesome combo for traveling.

[@dantdo]

@@takrad981 with 1 sd card slot.

[@samnanglucky5146]

Great video ❤ u 😘

[@fujiandeye]

i watched your fujifilm documentary for sx20 ❤

[@Alpha-Alpha]

Good job. Suggest to put chapters too. thanks for making this video.

[@smoothgilla3203]

That shot of the ZV1 lens coming toward the camera was dope 👍

[@adventurefreaksss]

I used to shoot professionally and carry gear lenses everywhere. Now I have an Iphone 14 Pro and it is more than sufficient to capture amazing footage, images and simple to take anywhere!! Thanks for this comparison, well done!!

[@sweetvolcano2739]

Very good review and really helpful! I want to know the model of the hand hold tripod, can anybody tell me?

[@sKyyyFir3]

i would say using a kit lens should never be an example on a decent camera. Just slap a cheap 20mm prime on and you are good to go with vlogging :> Besides that, especially it was interesting to see how crazy oversharpened the iphone looks.

[@philhsc]

Really enjoyed this. About to start my KZbin journey and your vid just helped to confirm that starting with an iPhone 14 Pro Max is the way to go in the beginning 🙏

[@dragonizumi_bsl]

How are the noise and color temp in a indoor setting? I have the FX30 and in an indoor setting with yellow light it is terrible despite it's base iso of 800 and 2500.

[@jeffhaag4324]

Thanks!

[@brightboxstudio]

I’m not a vlogger, but the travel kit I’ve become very satisfied with is very close to this set of cameras because I travel light. I take most trip pics on a compact Sony RX100, and pull out the A7C from the bag when I am taking the time to make a serious photo (night/low light, full frame, on ultrawide or long telephoto lens).

[@stkuj]

You might want to use a different camera app on the iPhone OR use a Mist & ND Filter to reduce the over sharp image...

[@PhotoGearFun]

Thanks for another great video! I owned the A7iii then upgraded to the A7iv so I skipped the A7c but it seems like a great little travel camera. I use the Z-V1 all the time and just love it for travel all things considered. Of course my iPhone is the easiest to use but my least favorite. I shoot with stabilization off with my Z-V1 so the field of view is ok for my needs. I am waiting to see what Sony does with its rumored APS-C model to see what my next Sony camera will be. Cheers.

[@mrnobody5763]

In a scale from 1 to 10, how much would you rate as photo device the iphone and the a7C? I'm thinking to buy both, but if they're close, maybe I'll buy only the Iphone.

[@parshurampokharel3436]

I use sony a7c for wedding video ...I love it very much...weight auto focus is very good..however little problem of heating on 60fps or 50 for 1 hour shooting.

[@coardcreatif]

I'll get A7C II this fall and be done with it...

[@ilhamiYESIL25]

Hı Julia, Could you please make a test video with the S22 ultra? Bidet S23 Ultra.

[@celeonwan6160]

我一直用ZV-1拍摄日常照片和视频，他的灵巧、轻便性给纪实摄影带来很多乐趣。ZV-II的升级感觉有些鸡肋，只是增加了广角的使用范围。

[@christiankeil7845]

Why would you use the kit lense on the a7c instead of a fixed focal length?

[@sockbenzero10]

nice video compare

[@-grey]

My favourite is the little camera. The big one seems like it has diminishing returns on QoL and usability as it needs to house more raw power. The iPhone just looks too fiddly, and the output looks too smudgey and too crunchy at the same time.

[@kuba6156]

I think that these days almost any camera can produce good quality photos... But there is a catch. Differences start to get much bigger in tough lightning conditions. Colors, sharpness and everything else seems to go away pretty fast on small sensors (and plastic smartphone lenses).

[@berdugosocials9854]

The holy trinity of cameras.

[@mickeystine3100]

getting cold there in your neck of the woods. we're just getting into summer here (USA)

[@desiibalaak]

Hey how're you!! I'm from India, Kindly suggest me which on buying for long term use!! A7c or ZV1-II.. I'm waiting your response..❤ (for photo shoot in outdoor areas )

[@iDrewby]

I just noticed you’re Australian when you mentioned the bins haha.

[@SuchanBajracharya]

Having used multiple cameras from high end micro four thirds to full-frame, I can confirm that a small compact 1 inch sensor camera like Sony ZV 1 is more than enough better than any phone camera and up there almost matching full-frame imagery! In the end it all boils down to ease of use, convenience, light weight take it any-where gear.

[@michaelcliffordphotos]

I use the A7C as my walking around camera. I love the size, weight, and full frame sensor. However, it has some pretty substantial limitations - especially its viewfinder and rear display. Many things, such as eye tracking, interface, and color (even in RAW files) are not nearly as good as on Sony cameras like the A7Rv or A1. On the other hand, I get some really nice photos with it. I would not use the kit lens with it. The 24, 40, and 50G 2.5 primes are a really good match for it in terms of size, weight, and capability.

[@lamiafarjana1990]

Are you joking? Comparing a $1600 camera with cameras that are like 4 grand to nearly 7 grand??? 😒😒😒

[@michaelcliffordphotos]

​@@lamiafarjana1990 I am not joking. It's important to understand the benefits and limitations of cameras at different price points. Someone who is willing to spend $7K on a camera might do just fine with an A7C. Maybe they need something small and light, and don't need the additional capabilities that the A1 offers. Or maybe their requirements make the A7RV or A1 the only options for them. The A7C is much easier to keep with you all the time, and therefore is more likely to get shots that you wouldn't get with a large, heavy camera. The A1 and A7RV are much more capable cameras, but size and weight are likely to constrain where and when you can have them with you.

[@MichaelCH911]

9:05 i'm surprised the iphone suddenly changed white balance drastically 😂 Anyway does recording with ProRes on iphone result in much better looking footage?

[@NavrajRajLostSouls]

Iphone or Galaxy ULtras are more then enough for vlogging, (In better light). But for anything serious abt photography or taking prints, a interchangeable lens camera even if 10 years old will produce lot better results.

[@justdoit6825]

great🙏

[@sun-pb7xg]

Please do a video comparison using these cameras in darker situations alot of people dont realise that smartphones video performance is only good on well lit day time shooting,but as soon as light quality drops say in a restaurant or an party event indoors thats dimly lit the quality on the smart phone drastically drops and your precious moments are just blobs of gain and noise

[@bodyweightbob8669]

My mum asked about getting a point and shoot camera and I told her to just upgrade her phone if she wants good pictures. She’s has an iPhone 8 Plus so pretty behind on current phone camera quality. Plus she only posts pictures to Facebook and sends flowers to our family group chat 😂. I don’t see the point for a point and shoot for most people these days with how good the phone cameras are.

[@anastasios1985]

I agree with you. But a premium point &shoot camera will be slightly better or the same with a $1200 smartphone. Plus the fact you can use a very nice Flash 📸 which is a game changer!! A flash on a point and shoot camera is a crucial point where changes everything.

[@mikemcnut3204]

I really like the ZV1 11

[@monjurulislamrobin2075]

Please compare with galaxy s23 ultra

[@esterliex.x6149]

Why ZV-1 Mark II 20 megapixels is more expensive than ZV-E10 have 24 megapixels? And for the photos results, which one will be more good? Please answer 🙏🏼 thanks

[@anastasios1985]

ZV-E10 of course will have at least slightly better photos because uses aps-c sensor. But the big difference will be when you will invest in Tamron or Sigma lenses e.g 24-70 mm F2.8 which costs $1200. If you buy Sony ZV-E10 to be worthy, you must invest in a professional lense.

[@rayan-bag94]

فيديو جميل ومفيد

[@39alpha]

a7c looks amazing

[@markswishereatsstuff2500]

While each camera has its different quality for picture and sound, literally, after two seconds, you're used to it and it seems to be the best.

[@ChrisParayno]

Forget vlogging with a mirrorless. Just use your cellphone. Its just good enough, and its already right there on you.

[@refan2021]

Compair fuji xs20 vs sony a7c

[@navaneethp8476]

I personally think at this point cameras and top end phone cameras have all reached a point where the only factor that differentiates a great photo from a good one is the person taking it. If you know what to do any of these can create artistic masterpieces 😅

[@Miracle_Chiedozie]

One of the best comments❤️

[@IIDannyBoyII]

agreed i have the a7c and i struggle to justify keeping the ~$4k unit (sensor plus lens) the hassle of carrying it around phones now a days are really good and cant really tell the difference if your viewing pics on the phone

[@VladimirHidalgo]

On 4:45 the footage of the iPhone 14 PM on the wide camera makes me dizzy, the background is really wobbly

[@openrelationships]

These are the three cameras I shoot my onlyfans scenes in! I use the iPhone as the handheld because it’s so stable and light but I never use its wide angle because it’s bad in lowlight

[@KuyaJDL]

thank you crush😊

[@kriistyyanne]

Maybe it’s user error but I don’t find my iPhone 14pro camera that flash. It’s sub par to what they show online so I don’t know what I’m doing wrong to get meh photos.

[@truthseeker6804]

because its meh camera. its only good in outdoors bright daylight, not indoors or low light. but make sure your camera lens isnt smudged tho.

[@kriistyyanne]

@@truthseeker6804 I upgraded from a 6s so I was expecting at least better quality. You’re right it’s not the best. Hands down I prefer an actual camera to a phone anyway.

[@ronaldlee3537]

Good evaluation. The Iphone 14 is a very capable camera, the Iphone 14 compensates for its tiny sensor size by taking multiple photos and uses AI-driven software to enhance the photos and putting all the photos together to arrive at a single photo. Within the Iphone 14's design parameters, the vidoes and photos are quite good. But once outside of the design parameters, for instance in low- or dim light, the Iphone14 can be terrible. But technically wise, the Sony A7C is a FX and the ZV1-II is a 1" sensor, they will yield superior results over the Iphone 14 just because they have a larger sensor size.

[@bpierce]

This made me realize my iPhone is amazing 😮

[@spirittravels.]

Why not suggest the cheaper zv1f

[@Donbros]

I expect micro four thirds in new apple phonr. Jokes aside it would be awesone ngl or at least 1 inch

[@hobotovsky]

это приятно

[@bburchellphotos]

Interesting comparison. I'm quite impressed by the iPhones abilities. Even though I have a 11 Pro Max, I'm tempted to use that more for vlogging. Assuming it has similar qualities. And you werent joking about the A7C's cooler look to the images! They were so blue in comparison to the others! 😅

[@letran-kz7pw]

Color of iPhone is winner

[@severgun]

@@letran-kz7pw Yellow skin = liver failure

[@anhnguyenyoutube]

i love you❤

[@taitruong3903]

Generally, I'm very impressed with the image quality that the iPhone 14 Pro Max produced. The color tone & sharpness are great. This is all in one camera for travelling.

[@RandumbTech]

iPhone for the win!!! You can buy a brand new iPhone without a calling plan, and just use it shoot video. That way, there are no distractions popping on the screen.

[@yariktarano9163]

a7c TOP!!!

[@fanfare466]

Hey julia! " U are so cute"...!!!! ❤

[@Digmen1]

I'm a bit biased as I prefer real cameras! The images from the pro max look overly sharp and bright - the real cameras have a better look. But the IBIS of the por max is the best - but of course its all digital!

[@SUPERSTARSSTYLE1YOUTUBE]

iphone for video sony for photo

[@cinnamonopinion]

BINS!!

[@chekyourhed]

the kit lens you are using on the a7c is underperforming the video for sure

[@juliatrotti]

The kit lens is honestly not that bad in terms of image quality, the problem is that it's not wide enough. It would be good to see a wider kit lens in the future, maybe they will release one with the A7CII this time.

[@Nothing.124]

The iPhone photos are great .

[@mni-ic5qu]

You are so pretty

[@michaelbell75]

Thanks. I dont vlog but this is interesting. If I were just vlogging and doing content creation for KZbin, it would be my iPhone all day. Wider angles, superior image stabilization, 3 lenses come in it, can edit and upload straight from the device and most importantly, fits in my pocket and I take it everywhere anyways. You can get rid of most that over-sharpening by using a good ND and/or Mist filter and a 3rd party app like Filmic Pro or Pro Camera by Moment. They are far superior to the native camera app and give you full manual controls too. If I were to get a small camera, that ZV 1 is overpriced for a 1 inch sensor camera. $900? No thanks. Id grab a Panasonic LX10 with a better and faster lens, 5 axis stabilization, a real 1/4000s mechanical shutter, better looking video and a higher quality display for half the price.

[@truthseeker6804]

the lx10 has crappy stabilization. third party apps would not fix the phone quality. just look at the difference in image quality. the zv1v2 is difinetely overpriced, but you can find v1 for around $500. and a zv camera fits into the pocket.

[@michaelbell75]

@@truthseeker6804 hmmmm, I’ve never been impressed with Sonys stabilization at all having owned the a7 III, a7 IV and a7 RIIV. I have found Panasonics stabilization to be the best around actually but the LX10 is an entry level camera and not quite as good. I’d still much rather have that then nothing.

[@yartriesthis]

so the Iphone 14 is the winner?

[@SSModi852]

The more I see these comparisons, the more I feel my iphone 14 pro is enough, unless I go to super expensive full frame camera with expensive lenses to do some artistic photos. Challenging times for camera industry. Don't see many people with cameras any more since iphone pro phones started.

[@otrascosasx7347]

Why the iphone aparently have a better dynamic range in the sky?

[@denniskogan6324]

its HDR

[@letran-kz7pw]

The sky of iphone is blue . I like best