The problem with camera reviews on popular KZbin channels is that the reviewer doesn't understand the needs/wants of casual camera users. They think we care about micro hdmi and single card slots but 99% of us don't. They take small cameras and put massive heavy $1500 zoom lenses on which negates the main point of the design and which most of us would never shell out for.
@samuel.wilson5 ай бұрын
Lol. I couldn’t agree more 😂
@KenseiAkatsu5 ай бұрын
Totally good point!! So, what is the best casual camera setup in your opinion? I might make a video of it!! 😉
@samuel.wilson5 ай бұрын
@@KenseiAkatsu I personally have a Sony A7C paired with a 28-75mm f2.8, and my usage is pretty casual: every day photos and occasional professional photography. It’s just perfect for my kind of usage. My next lens would be a 24mm 2.8 and I am sorted!
@stedoesstuff5 ай бұрын
@@KenseiAkatsu I think I would get this camera (or A7C) and a 28mm f2. I wouldn't use SLOG, I'm not bothered about 4k60. I want small and unobtrusive with great video AF. Maybe also get a zeiss 55mm 1.8 later on!
@streets28mm5 ай бұрын
Not agree, some of us do care, no camera is perfect, and for the money we pay for these tool/toys they could be better. Sony has never listened to the users but they might listen to a KZbinr!🍻
@etagrats18 күн бұрын
I have a A7RV and G Master lenses, but I needed something small to carry when I am walking home from work, I carry the Sony FE 24mm F2.8 G and Sony FE 50mm F2.5 G for casual gear.
@gamerat305 ай бұрын
Sony A7CR with Sony 24-50 G F2.8 lens can be dream combo for me
@albertopimentel725 ай бұрын
I think you should do a video about the a6700 vs a7iv vs a7cii for entry level (begginers) will appreciate that a lot
@KenseiAkatsu4 ай бұрын
I don't know how far I go but I will do A6700 vs A7CII at least
@user-xt1dv4gp6j25 күн бұрын
I’m tattooer, use Sonys many years, and my work means regular work trips, so I just need cool quality of footage, light weight and versatility of my camera. Shooting photos and video it’s small part of our work, takes 30-40 min to compare 6-7 hour of main tatt work. In my opinion this Sony is about size, quality. For me very important is possibilities of raw color correction, and this camera gives me extremely freedom about reducing some parasite colors, redness, and also save me if I take photos in different light/background set ups, I always can make final loook of my work nice and similar to others mine.
@PlayGameToday23 күн бұрын
8:07 you can use external PowerBank and shoot as long as 48 hours (depends on your mAh PowerBank)
@james_0c4 ай бұрын
Thank you for actually bringing up everyday uses and not jus listing the specs like every other youtuber who holds a camera. I'm contemplating getting the A7CII and these are the questions/comparisons people have and want. Would love to see your comparison with the S5IIX and why you thought it was better, keep up the good work!
@KenseiAkatsu4 ай бұрын
That's interesting!!
@WayneFolkes4 ай бұрын
I just purchased the A7C II upgrading from the A7II. I wanted upgraded features and a smaller form factor. This camera met those needs. I am not a professional so I don't need the dual card slots. I suppose if I were getting paid for my photos I would go for the A7IV or something higher end but this is right for me.
@MH-cq3zy4 ай бұрын
Most people have a smartphone as a casual camera. My smartphone is a A7Cii with a 50mm 2.5 and the 28-60. I have it always with me in my pocket, when I go to work as a acountant, going shopping, playing with my kids, what ever I do. The little camera with the small gear is always with me. So I have always fullframe instead of a smartphone. I dont like making photos with a smartphone. Yes I have a A7RiV and a A9 with the bulky big lenses. But that is for "planned" time with my camera, when have a date with my gear. I am not a pro. Taking photos is my therapy. Yes the a7C-line makes not so much sense with a GM lens, or any "big" lens (big is bigger than a 28-60). For me the A7C-line is perfect. With a smartphone you dont have this fast and precise autofocus and the quality of the 50mm G 2.5 sharpness and bokeh. Many photos of my little daughter, who is very fast in moving, I could not make with a smartphone in the quality I get from the A7C ii.
@SilatShooter26 күн бұрын
It's a solid street and travel camera. It draws less attention to itself than say center prism body like the A7IV. Though agree the grip is too shallow. What's funny is it seems the A6700 team didn't share what they were doing with the AC team, completely different grip and top plate.
@oleha935 ай бұрын
Just bought mine a couple of days ago. Upgraded from a7iii, so in regards of video it’s a big upgrade. Though raw images seem softer, even with more megapixels. Need to test more.
@KenseiAkatsu4 ай бұрын
Interesting😎
@PlayGameToday23 күн бұрын
2:30 Remember to keep the shutter curtain closed when changing lenses to keep dust off the sensor. This is the "Shutter When Power Off" setting in A7c2 menu.
@PlayGameToday23 күн бұрын
10:20 Canon R6 - release date July 09, 2020. So Canon 4 years ago offered already Ai. Including it has Ai's Automatic object detection mode. In Sony A7c2 you have to manually do it - tell the camera who is in front of you - train, car, airplane, insect, bird, etc.... It's weird.
@Kumofan5 ай бұрын
For people who want a sony camera with their top tier autofocus that isn't ugly haha With the silver a7cii, 40mm 2.5 G, a square hood, the silver smallrig bottom plate, and a wrist strap I no longer have that pull to fuji/leica I did with my Canon. It just looks so much nicer to me than the other Sonys... Rangefinder style is also very comfortable imo, no nose squishing. But I do have tiny hands
@KenseiAkatsu4 ай бұрын
I'm gonna try the 40mm lens!!
@sneakergearz5 ай бұрын
Usually love your reviews but this seemed like a lot of effort put in with very little thought. Adding a small rig grip if needed depending on the lens. Using with a small prime lens. Taking advantage of the improved stabilization with a native Sony lens. The shutter sound is awful but also not really a point of failure. Also saying a $2200 camera is for beginners is kind of misleading. Then not knowing what your camera is capable of and assuming it has a full HDMI while being smaller than any other full frame out there seems out of character?.?.?.
@KenseiAkatsu4 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing your opinion! But this was my honest review about this camera
@KillerTacos544 ай бұрын
I would LOVE to see you make a comparison video between the S5II, the A7CII and the A7IV
@KenseiAkatsu4 ай бұрын
Stay tuned!!
@ItsJFox3 ай бұрын
I had the A7iii and A7iv and wanted something smaller with similar or better capabilities and the A7cii does that. It excels at being one of the best hybrid, full-frame cameras. I’m seeing lots of video/photo KZbinrs using it and really liking it. The trend is to go smaller/lighter while staying high quality. It does video as well or better than the FX30, A7iv, and other similar options. The Sony ultra compact prime lenses area also perfect for this camera (24mm, 40mm, 50mm) as a travel/street setup. Oh and it doesn’t really have any overheating problems either. What’s not to like? 😎
@joel.wuestehube5 ай бұрын
I want a Sony a7cii so much even if I already have a a7iv. Just as a everyday FF camera and B Cam If I need one
@kleec4955 ай бұрын
Just replaced my 10 years old RX1 with A7Cii + 50mm f2.8. Don't feel like it's much bulkier or heavier compared to RX1.
@joel.wuestehube5 ай бұрын
@@kleec495 which 50mm do you have?
@kleec4955 ай бұрын
My bad, it's 50mm f/2.5
@KenseiAkatsu5 ай бұрын
That sounds like a great setup!!
@지원가5 ай бұрын
Thank you for the good video! :) In my case, the a7m4 was inconvenient to hold because my hands were small. For me like that, a7c2 was a good alternative.
@KenseiAkatsu5 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!! That's a variable opinion! Since my hands are big, its grip wasn't enough for me! But now I wanna try some small lenses on A7CII to see how they perform in a street style shooting !
@goodvibes80365 ай бұрын
great video Kensei! this video cleared some things. I was thinking of getting this, so thanks for the review.
@KenseiAkatsu5 ай бұрын
Glad if it was helpful 😁
@LelanWellz2 ай бұрын
Dude you’re hella cool. Like idk what it is but you have this confident persona to you. I’m subscribing now! 🔔 👍
@KenseiAkatsu2 ай бұрын
I appreciate that!
@stkuj4 ай бұрын
The A7Cii is meant for travel/street/etc. I have it and its wonderful camera as a 2nd camera to my A7RV. (BTW, the shutter sound is fake because its EFCS) I might add (that you might have missed) that its the only Sony camera (I think) to be able to shoot stills in a 2:35:1 aspect ratio (cinematic) or X-Pan like.
@Eatmeraw5 ай бұрын
The a7cii provides a compact solution for photographers. With a small compact prime like the 40G f2.5, it turns into an everyday carry camera. With the Gmii 24-70 or other GM primes, its capable for everything else. Great versatility as a travel camera in my opinion. I wouldnt say its an entry full frame camera for beginners at this price point. Plenty hobbyist , myself included have downsized to the a7cii and a7cr for its compactness. With a smallrig plate or the grip acessory, grip is slightly enhanced.
@rauri10775 ай бұрын
Spot on. Lots of punch in a small package. I am also looking for a smaller body (from the A7iv) with a prime lens that I can carry daily.
@Eatmeraw4 ай бұрын
@@rauri1077 The small G primes while not as bright as some of the other offerings at F2.5 are equipped with dual linear motors and are really quick and accurate with AF. Give them a try. I haven't used any of my GM lenses since getting the 40G because the whole system is just so compact with it.
@KenseiAkatsu4 ай бұрын
A7CII with 40mm sound great!! I'm gonna try it!
@user-dt5cg2sj8q5 ай бұрын
Was waiting for your review to purchase this. Looking forward to getting it!!
@KenseiAkatsu4 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!!
@streets28mm5 ай бұрын
I am using my a7c for street, especially at night when zone focusing is not practical. I use it in a simple cage to get a better grip! In my opinion all of its shortcomings are intentional, Sony think, maybe rightly, that without the shortcomings it will undermine the sale of other lines! I don't care about its viewfinder because I don't use them, the LCD could be a lot better but haven't bothered me, no problem with the battery, I think it is way better than Fuji and Ricoh when it comes to battery life. The only thing that Sony should give us is two card slots, there is plenty of space in the camera for another card slot. I use the camera 99.999% for photography, once in blue moon I use it to get a 10s video! Happy with it? Yes! Could it be better? A fat yes!
@o0YumRamen0o5 ай бұрын
For pairing with compact lenses without breaking your back and your bank
@KenseiAkatsu5 ай бұрын
I see ! 😂 But I just feel A6700 sounds a better option to me
@0action8475 ай бұрын
For me the A7c is the perfect camera for vintage lenses and street photography.
@KenseiAkatsu4 ай бұрын
That sounds fun!!
@renaldasa93444 ай бұрын
What kind of Vintage lenses are you using?
@PlayGameToday23 күн бұрын
8:25 Shutter sound of A7c2 - is digital. A like more A7c1 shutter sound - so deep and nice. A7c2 shutter sounds like a toy, really.
@jaymills17205 ай бұрын
Would you recommend this or zve1? Thanks 🙏 ❤
@KenseiAkatsu4 ай бұрын
That depends on your purpose but if I were you, I would choose ZV-E1
@albertopimentel725 ай бұрын
THANK U SO MUCH, finally the video that I was waiting for🫶🏼
@strippedlist5 ай бұрын
Now everybody: Smalllrig bottom plate silver....
@BuiltInception5 ай бұрын
💯
@user-hi3wt5om5k4 ай бұрын
Thank you Kensei! I'm completely lost in choosing my lightweight camera. Which one variant you prefer: sony a7iii+sigma 24-70 or sony a7Cii+sigma 28-70? I do more photo than video ❤
@JonsDiary3 ай бұрын
What is your favorite camera body for travel/hiking? (Every aspect included, even shutter clic sound!)😂
@mihirjanve85Ай бұрын
Can you make comparison A7C2 vs A6700
@sebbo854 ай бұрын
my biggest purchase intent is the S&Q feature: Will the finished slow motion file be saved in 4k? In short, do I have the finished slow motion file 4k60p on my memory card? without having to slow down in post
@KenseiAkatsu4 ай бұрын
I don't use S&Q mode so I don't exactly know about it but I guess so
@christopherho87384 ай бұрын
Yes but be aware that no audio will be captured when using the S&Q setting. Therefore I still prefer slowing down the footages on post so I don’t lose the audio.
@sebbo854 ай бұрын
@@christopherho8738 can you tell me wich codec do you prefer?! 4KS 4KHS 4KI
@katyasvoya2 ай бұрын
if compare with sony fx30, which camera is better? the crop factor of the fx30 is a little confusing 🙂
@Jay_Q_0012 ай бұрын
In my opinion, fx30 is much better. Mainly because cause of the build quality, but as you said, the crop factor is the matter, so a7cii(FF camera) might be better if you really need wide angle like 18mm :)
@katyasvoya2 ай бұрын
@@Jay_Q_001 thank you 😊
@LarphydooАй бұрын
hello sir, good day.. i just want to ask if ever i would a7cii japanese release, can i use english firmware updatw to make it english? i dont know where to buy overseas version here in japan, particularly in fukuoka area.. sony store says they dont have camera stocks for english versions.. 😔
@BrooklynJPakathi5 ай бұрын
mhmmmm, the camera is not bad as its made out to be. i think this can be and is a power house if used correctly.
@KenseiAkatsu4 ай бұрын
I think this was just not for me lol
@ilanhoward5 ай бұрын
Have you tried the added grip?
@KenseiAkatsu4 ай бұрын
No
@ilanhoward4 ай бұрын
@@KenseiAkatsu good.
@Louie-ty6bh4 ай бұрын
The shutter sound not the same as a6700 ?
@dibsaikia3023 ай бұрын
Need XH2S with 6.0 update video asap man
@N-vashu3 ай бұрын
Please make a video on a7c2 vs Soni a 7-4.
@PatrickHKChen-qp2zx4 ай бұрын
Just wondering to know, is ai af working on third-party lence?😅😅
@77dris4 ай бұрын
What I don't get is that the A7CII is basically the same price as the A7IV or R6 II (about $3000 cdn). I'd much rather get one of those cameras instead. Isn't the A7CII just a crippled A7IV?
@PlayGameToday23 күн бұрын
0:16 so much noise..
@muhammadzainalarifin36725 ай бұрын
Please Review Canon R6 Mark II
@KenseiAkatsu4 ай бұрын
Gotcha
@user-mb2tm7vn1e5 ай бұрын
A7cii vs zv-e1 which one best
@kleec4955 ай бұрын
It depends on if you want to use if for video or photo. For photo, it's A7Cii any day. When using silent mode with my A7Cii which basically similar with how ZV-E1 taking pictures, occasionally some pictures may have annoying stripped due to artificial light.
@KenseiAkatsu5 ай бұрын
That's a good topic! I would choose ZV-E1
@markofadljevic19755 ай бұрын
Bought both 😜
@streets28mm5 ай бұрын
@@kleec495 for sure, especially if you are shooting at low light. I should say if you use an electronic shutter during sunny days you end up with wrapping, a lot if you are panning, so it is good to have a 3 stops Nd filter with you if you want to use your lens wide open!
@davidhaesler83713 ай бұрын
stopped watching at the shutter sound snobbery 😂
@DoKaTS5 ай бұрын
Disgusting stabilization
@sneakergearz5 ай бұрын
Sonys active steady mode works best with native glass. He states he’s using a Sigma which it still improves over just standard but big difference when using any native Sony lens.