Canon R8 vs Sony a7C Camera Comparison - Which is Better?

[@gianni2272]

I went for the r8, because I like the ergonomics more and it has 4k 60 fps.

[@TheSlantedLens]

Thanks for sharing your preference and why!

[@maxvain]

I highly approve of this model... She outperformed both cameras 😂

[@TheSlantedLens]

LOL. She was great to work with. Thanks for watching!

[@auxmike718]

@@TheSlantedLens is she a relative?

[@FIxt00l]

Simp alert!

[@robertfaulkner1824]

@@FIxt00lyes god forbid we acknowledge a girl is attractive… when the manosphere and feminists align…

[@toasty-toast]

Post the boudoir shoot

[@tomirwinphoto]

You real life tests are among the very best. I’m in the Sony eco-system (a7III & a7IV) and just picked up a new a7C (silver) with tiny 28-60 kit lens for only $1600. As you know, rumors have it that an a7C mark II is on the horizon.

[@TheSlantedLens]

Yep, can't wait to see the new A7C mark II!

[@Lijep378]

but r8 not has body-in stabilization deal breaker

[@SeguraCine]

@@Lijep378 gimbal

[@pravithraj]

FYI: Canon R8 doesn't have sensor shift image stabilisation, it only got digital which is done by cropping into the frame.

[@TheSlantedLens]

True, it has digital stabilization with a crop.

[@andrewworthen3583]

The A7C also has gyro data for smoother stabilization as an option (which uses digital crop, but only to improve upon the sensor shift method). I still think it is the better camera between the two. Just that 8-bit is such a flaw.

[@ritheshdevadiga7431]

But Canon Lens have STABILIZATION . abssence of IBIS really matters here?in comparison test, I didn't find much difference.

[@Dammy1998]

not a big deal if you use a gimbal in your workflow

[@pravithraj]

@@Dammy1998 I used a gimbal along with stabilized Canon lenses. However, gimbals may not be the optimal choice for run-and-shoot situations or if you’re frequently switching between photo and video modes (especially on this hybrid camera with dedicated photo video switch). They also pose a challenge when swift lens changes are required. On the upside, the absence of In-Body Image Stabilization (IBIS) helps prevent corner wobbles.

[@PhatsoJuggalo806]

Can't go wrong with either, but the fact that the a7c is 2 going on 3 years old and still being compared to new cameras says a lot You can find the a7c around $1500(body) during sales and Christmas time. that's where I picked mine up at. some are going for $1200 used The silver top A7C is just a looker and gets complements all the time.

[@TheSlantedLens]

Great to hear. Glad you are happy with your a7C.

[@EternalMedia]

Digital image stabilization is very different from sensor shift stabilization. The R8 does not have sensor shift stabilization. The sensor does not move at all. There is a crop factor associated with digital stabilization.

[@truthseeker6804]

end result is what matters. you can see clearly the canon stabilization was better. sony ibis is as useless as not having one.

[@TheSlantedLens]

You explained it very well. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!

[@77dris]

The R8 is definitely a better camera. I was wondering if you were shooting tests using electronic shutter because I've never seen banding at any ISO on the R6 II (same sensor) but I only use EFCS and never electronic as you do lose some dynamic range.

[@catalin-ap]

Definitely, it you're not talking about battery life (best in class on the a7C, awful on the R8), having or not IBIS, 4k30 shooting time to overheating, dynamic range. Otherwise, the R8 is much newer, and probably better from an ergonomic perspective (though none of them shines, when comparing to an R6 II or a7 IV), and if you need 4k60, 4:2:2, to do short clips with a stabilised lens that is.

[@TheSlantedLens]

We didn't shoot anything with electronic shutter. It was all mechanical shutter.

[@Sondesh-]

I've Sony A7c and I'm regretting buying it. It doesn't have touch screen operating system. All I have to do using dials and buttons. I'm thinking about R8 as my 4th camera.

[@anonneymous9949]

SIZE is important comparison. A7C is a lot smaller then R8. Its a technological marvel. The battery also is 3 times more lasting. Yet these info is downplayed. If a smartphone battery is 3 times better it will damn well be up there. R8 is nice but it should compete with Sony A7 series size wise

[@womz8203]

The pricing of the A7C at stores like Adorama and B&H is $1800 not $1600 The A7C also has a 1.2x crop in 4k 30p. The R8 doesn't have sensor shift. It only has digital stabilization.

[@TheSlantedLens]

The a7C was being offered at a sale price when we did this video. Thanks for sharing your observations!

[@BleepingWorld]

isn't the exposer test the same as an ISO test?

[@archiaksenov2306]

long battery is quite comfortable when you do an important job.

[@ruimanuelmeireles]

Thanks for the review, and IBIS how work in low light? Is better ibis or lens stabilization? thanks

[@user-corqkdwndls]

good comparison! to understand the difference. thank you for your efforts.

[@TheSlantedLens]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!

[@RVarrun]

Both are extremely capable. But I like the Canon colours just straight out of camera 📷

[@TheSlantedLens]

Thanks for sharing your preference!

[@blaster2644]

Does anyone know the lenses used in the video? R8 seems to use the kit lens, but what's the lens used on a7c?

[@TheSlantedLens]

They are both kit lenses. Canon 24-50mm RF Lens and Sony 28-60mm Lens

[@lukasf5256]

I heard that the canon video files are quite hard to edit ....

[@03chrisv]

The Canon R8 would probably be a big upgrade to my T5i Rebel. Looking for a better camera for video, I'm just not sure if I want to stick with Canon, but I am still considering it. I'm also looking at the FX30 and Sigma FP.

[@TheSlantedLens]

It is always a tough decision. Good luck with your purchase!

[@Dmitrii_88]

R7 for Video. Not R8 !!!

[@03chrisv]

@@Dmitrii_88 R7 is more for photography, R8 is better for video.

[@Dmitrii_88]

@@03chrisv noooo r7 is BETTER for video. R8 foe photo.

[@03chrisv]

@Dmitrii_88 No lol. The body style of the R7 is optimized for photography, the R8 is better suited for video. If I wanted a Canon APS-C camera for video I'd just buy an R50.

[@InvincibleViolinist]

No IBIS in Canon R8, so are you sure that your lens stabilization wasn't on for this test?

[@barrosopalosantos]

The IBIS in the Sony is very bad, almost inexistent.

[@davidmaxfieldgolf]

How does the Sony edge out the canon on the image auto focus test when the canon shoots way more frames and only drops 3-4 images? It won by a mile

[@newvillagefilms]

I have the Canon R8 to replace my broken Canon 5D Mark III and since I already have Canon L lenses. It's sufficient for what I use it for, even without IBIS. Hopefully in the future I can upgrade to a better specs.

[@TheSlantedLens]

Glad you found a good solution to replace your camera!

[@tourinojacks5844]

The R8 was an "upgrade" to the 5D Mark III, or not really a noticeable difference?

[@nathanperez487]

I thought the Canon R8 only had digital stabilization. He states that that both have sensor stabilization. Is this correct?

[@branimirteodorovic2297]

Canon R8 doesn't have IBIS. They made a mistake

[@bespokecustomstudio1565]

I think on a gymbal the r8 is nice without the corner wobble especially with wide lenses.

[@DhruveelDave]

Who knew, in a parallel universe, Dr. Hank Pym would decide to be a photographer and review cameras on KZbin.

[@TheSlantedLens]

LOL, haven't heard that one before. Thanks for watching!

[@omarhani]

Thanks for this, but you said the R8 has sensor-shift stabilization, but that's not the case. It uses software-based stabilization with a heavy crop, but nothing on the sensor.

[@TheSlantedLens]

Good point. Thanks for your comment!

[@skepsys]

no, r8 does not have sensor-shift stabilization

[@mbismbismb]

Yet it outperformed the a7c in stabilization hahaha

[@TheSlantedLens]

It does in video mode. Thanks for your comment!

[@RockyMaiviaMiami]

@@TheSlantedLens this sensor literally doesn’t shift

[@skepsys]

@@TheSlantedLens ?

[@jacobspeeds]

@@TheSlantedLens no IBIS = no sensor stabilization. Don’t know how shooting video would magically enable IBIS 😂😂😂

[@IrfanKhokharFilms]

nice review!

[@TheSlantedLens]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for your comment!

[@heathertottenham9152]

Thanks for the great video! I also want to get more into stopmotion, but don’t want to lose portability. Do you have a recommendation out of these 2? Thank you!

[@TheSlantedLens]

The R8 is just barely lighter. They are very comparable. See which one you like to work with by checking them out at a store or rental place.

[@jukeman]

Thanks for that great comparison

[@TheSlantedLens]

You are welcome. Thanks for watching!

[@joshcruzphotos]

My A7C image quality is almost on the same level as my R6Mii's image quality. That says a lot considering the R6Mii is relatively new. I was not expecting such output.

[@TheSlantedLens]

Great to hear. It is a nice little camera!

[@arthurlbn]

Please when the a7c ii came out, make a vídeo like this testing dynamic range and iso performace against S5ii. I am just waiting your review to buy one of this cameras😅😅😅

[@TheSlantedLens]

We will see what we can do!

[@Households1234]

Please lose the extremely annoying bell. Otherwise lovely video as usual.

[@TheSlantedLens]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for the feedback!

[@techtrx]

R8 all the way... new processor and better codec. it's only millimetres bigger than the a7c. but you get more out of your money. and brand new its still cheaper

[@TheSlantedLens]

Great points. Thanks for sharing your preference!

[@icanfly5964]

Going for the Canon.

[@TheSlantedLens]

Let us know how you like it!

[@raymondking2183]

great video! But afaik the r8 doesn't have a mechanical shutter, instead it has 1st curtain electronic shutter.

[@TheSlantedLens]

And a mechanical shutter mechanism to end the exposure.

[@vidthreenorth4007]

I think the Sony form factor has a couple of advantages. For travel, it is a bit more "pack-able". As a 2nd body it should fit better in a camera bag. Of course, if you drop down to the a6400 APS-C size bodies you get even more "pack-ability", though you might want an extra lens at the wide end. Again, as a 2nd body, especially for video, it should be nicer on gimbals, rolling platforms and powered pan-tilt rigs. It would be a nice addition to a small pro video kit. But Sony has to get into 10-bit video. This is especially true when you look at all the a6x00 APS-C bodies and as far as I know, none of them support 10-bit, And then you got to this A7C and 10-bit is _still_ missing? For 10-bit video, I think the AX-30 might be the cheapest Sony has, and I don't consider that a very "cheap" camera. I should add that having worked a bit with Slog-2 and Slog-3, I have found that Slog-3 is fairly useless in 8-bit. Slog-2 in 8-bit is more useful, but you have to cross your fingers and hope you stay in-bounds of the usable dynamic range.

[@TheSlantedLens]

Thanks for sharing your experience with the video cameras!

[@Lijep378]

but R8 doesn't have intern stabilization that why i buy sony

[@Bill-NM]

Did you use the same lens for image quality tests?

[@TheSlantedLens]

We used these lenses: Canon R8 with 24-50 RF Lens - bhpho.to/43ntmNC and Sony a7C with 28-60mm Lens - bhpho.to/3BrPh9H

[@Bill-NM]

Thanks.

[@auxmike718]

Nothing beats canons color science! With kit lens R8 is $1699. Also, what lenses did you use?

[@TheSlantedLens]

We used 50mm native lenses for each camera.

[@auxmike718]

@@TheSlantedLens good choice to keep things fair.

[@juhaaavalaakso455]

I ordered R8 today as family camera.

[@randallbrander8157]

Does the R8 have a little crop compared to the A7c?

[@newvillagefilms]

No crop.

[@shieldaigbencher]

Both are great. Canon wins for me. I already have the canon with L glass so I am a bit biased. You can't buy Canon L glass for a Sony so the Canon wins.

[@TheSlantedLens]

Thanks for sharing your preference!

[@subramanianb]

Nice comparison. Canon R8 really a good competitor and edges Sony a7c in most of the tests. Only Poor battery life than a7 c is pulling it down.

[@TheSlantedLens]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts!

[@Jassibro]

where you mentioned the stabilization... canon r8 have the digital IS as on the other hand sony have IBIS

[@TheSlantedLens]

Yes, that is correct. Thank you for watching!

[@sjc6984]

1. There is NO sensor shift stabilization in Canon R8, it is using software-based stabilization. This explains why there canon video has tighter frame 2. 7C supports gyro stabilization which can be activated using the Catalyst browse (with little crop too), and it works better with Sony native lens 3. Sony auto focus works best with Sony native lens, its kind of unfair to test auto focus with a non Sony lens

[@TheSlantedLens]

It was a Sony native lens. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!

[@Niko-bh5uu]

@@TheSlantedLens XD

[@Niko-bh5uu]

SonyBoy

[@daniellejelena143]

Can I get your video recording settings and lens? ❤

[@TheSlantedLens]

Are you talking about the camera we used to record the video or one of the cameras in the lesson?

[@daniellejelena143]

@@TheSlantedLensfor the canon r8 comparison shots

[@gregshawphotography8828]

Hey! What kind of tripod are you using in this video. It’s not listed in your gear used list.

[@TheSlantedLens]

Those are the Heipi Travel Tripods: bit.ly/3Olhk0e

[@mikkymon2617]

Great review Mr. Jaypee I think sometimes Canon getting dark with shadows but the sharpness is incredible, after 3 year sony still worthy with a bad ergonomics and viewfinder

[@TheSlantedLens]

Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts!

[@jayyang6799]

R8 has NO IBIS at all,digital IS only in VIdeo mode,big mistake at 11:42

[@TheSlantedLens]

Canon calls it this: Movie Digital IS 5-axis image stabilization, for video

[@guillaumebellevue6775]

2 camera in the same price range ( at least in europe r8 1800€ and a7c 1700€). I choosed a7c over r8 (200€ cashback) + better battery life, sony AF, sony lenses (with 3rs party lenses no need of an adapter). Overall performances are similar R8 with 40fps is impressive but I'm not a pro and dont need so much 10 is already quiet good for what I do and no need of a viewfinder. Both camera are good choice. Pro would go probably to r8 as 2nd-3rd camera Backup. And I love the style of the the Silver version of the a7c ❤. 😊

[@TheSlantedLens]

Sounds like you made a good choice for your needs. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!

[@movielover2172]

How long does A7c battery lasts in 4K 25p?

[@TheSlantedLens]

That is a good question. We did not test that. But I would guess you might be frustrated. You definitely will need a second battery or two for video.

[@CINEMA878]

Thanks!

[@TheSlantedLens]

You are welcome. Thanks for watching!

[@catalin-ap]

11:50 What the ...fact? The Canon R8 has NO IBIS! The Sony a7C has IBIS, but a quite mediocre one (though it was the first Sony to feature gyro data, afaik).

[@TheSlantedLens]

This is straight from Canon's site: The R8 has "Movie Digital IS 5-axis image stabilization. Camera-shake vibrations are reduced even more through coordinated control of Movie Digital IS when using a RF lens featuring optical image stabilization." So there is not still image stabilization.

[@FernandoTrindadePT]

Why are you comparing sharpness without mentioning the LENSES?

[@CANGUABEO]

Anh giúp phân tích R62 và A74 Sony

[@danreis01]

The video makes it sound like the R8 has IBIS. It doesn't - you have to rely on the lens IS. It's likley fine because most RF lenses have some form of IS but if you have a lens without it, the Sony would likely win the Stabilization category.

[@truthseeker6804]

end result is what matters. you can see clearly the canon stabilization was better. sony ibis is as useless as not having one.

[@TheSlantedLens]

This is straight from Canon's site: The R8 has "Movie Digital IS 5-axis image stabilization. Camera-shake vibrations are reduced even more through coordinated control of Movie Digital IS when using a RF lens featuring optical image stabilization." So there is not still image stabilization.

[@felipecarneiroandrade]

The R8 is better in photos and the a7c is better in video.

[@mbismbismb]

Canon of course… it makes camera since like forever.. they know how to make cameras haha

[@TheSlantedLens]

That Canon performed quite well. Thanks for sharing your preference!

[@tomirwinphoto]

Sony and Canon are now leapfrogging each other with every new release with competitive products that benefit us all. Far better situation than when Canon and Nikon mimicked each other’s hierarchal product lineups with snail’s pace innovation and limiting features to protect higher priced models. If it weren’t for Sony’s blazing the path for mirrorless technology we’d all still be shooting DSLRs.

[@alandargie9358]

I watched right to the end before realising that it's about the A7C and not the A7C II !! D'oh.

[@TheSlantedLens]

Hope it was still worthwhile.

[@HarmonicGrunt]

Love The Colours on Sony.

[@andrescarrasco1248]

as a sony user, I´m thinking about going canon all the way

[@strippedlist]

Sony wins also because of the lenses you can find for it, small and good, like Sigma 28-70, battery life, dynamic range, and the last thing: Sony doesn't overheat! like canon in video...things that you didn't mentioned

[@truthseeker6804]

you can adapt ef lenses. the comparison was camera vs camera, stop making excuses. a7c is an outdated camera. cool for $1000, not much more. a7c overheats just search, a7c overheating test results.

[@strippedlist]

@@truthseeker6804 yeah adapt old lenses , good job Canon :)))

[@truthseeker6804]

@@strippedlist you would get them new and lenses dont expire.

[@strippedlist]

@@truthseeker6804 yeah but you wont be able to sell ef lenses in 5 years, who would buy them

[@truthseeker6804]

@@strippedlist as long as the lenses work, people would buy them. see i got EF L lenses cheap than many sony third part lenses, and EF L lenses have better build quality than most sony third party lenses.

[@TomasRamoska]

I never was a big fan of a7c they took already bad ergonomics and made it even worse. Not my cup of tea. Canon R8 not great either. Poor battery life etc. Canon R6 mkii is a perfect 24mpx shooter.

[@77dris]

I agree. It's the best camera in its price range right now (with the A7IV in second and S5II in third).

[@truthseeker6804]

@@77dris actually i would put s5iix over the a7iv.

[@TheSlantedLens]

True, the R6 II is a great camera!

[@TheSlantedLens]

And the S5 II X is fantastic!

[@NecroMoz]

It’s £1000 more expensive.

[@dboysify]

I don't judge a camera until I post-process its raw files...sony just feels weird to work with or maybe because im not used to it...

[@TheSlantedLens]

You will have to take a look at our video coming out next week using the Datacolor Spyder Checkr Photo for correcting color. We compare 4 different camera brands.

[@strippedlist]

INTERNAL RECORDING OF THE CANON IS THE BEST....yeah those 20 minutes the battery last....

[@TheSlantedLens]

Yes, the battery will last for that long!

[@KnockingNews]

SORRY CANON DONT HAVE SENSOR SHIFT STABILIZATION

[@TheSlantedLens]

Thanks for pointing that out. Keep on clickin!

[@kapilesh14]

Not using a sony branded lens for a7c is a terrible way to do comparison.

[@TheSlantedLens]

We did use a Sony Lens. Sony sent it to us.

[@Yourtaer]

EDIT: reaction on a string about lenses and prices, and so on. "Concerning overheating and time of filming...ok. But Sigma as a reference? I use (Sigma) Art lenses and Canon L on mij 5D4. Sigma is said to get RF mount access, and 2 lenses should be coming. So in a while I guess the Sigma reference is without value... unless canon wants to be greedy and lose customers." :)

[@TheSlantedLens]

We all hope that the L mount will come out in both Sigma and Tamron. It helps everyone.

[@paleyosezi3122]

I said the same thing with your last model. Sir, you have beautiful daughters. Lol

[@TheSlantedLens]

Yes I do. There is no doubt.

[@twn2rbo]

Can you buy a bad camera in 2023? It’s all about the lens. Throw a $2k lens on one vs the kit lens and it’s OV

[@TheSlantedLens]

We didn't use kit lens on either camera.

[@bearbulls8173]

Afrer airplane mode canon r8 also soots 700+ pictures

[@thetraveldelites]

Sponsored by Canon 🤔 IBIS, short battery life , heating issue , body material , durability etc you did not mention

[@TheSlantedLens]

Good points, but we were not sponsored by Canon or Sony.

[@jaymills1720]

Now do it with a7c ii!

[@TheSlantedLens]

We will see what we can do.

[@jaymills1720]

@@TheSlantedLens and then the iPhone 15 log. I love you

[@DoveSharma]

R8 doesnt have IBIS...

[@henrikmartensson2044]

The sound effect each time a bullet point is shown is incredibly annoying. Makes the video difficult to watch.

[@TheSlantedLens]

Thanks for your candid feedback!

[@henrikmartensson2044]

@@TheSlantedLens I do hope you find the critique useful. I wrote it immediately after I stopped watching the video, and it may have come off as a little brusque. I only made it a little more than half-way through, because of the distracting sound effect.

[@truthseeker6804]

The r8 blows the a7c out of the water. At this stage the a7c should cost $1200.

[@77dris]

Bingo

[@TheSlantedLens]

Considering the age of the a7C we thought it performed quite well!

[@parsadbantawa]

Yes chake mark to the Canon 100%

[@TheSlantedLens]

Thanks for sharing your preference!

[@Dana-to1li]

I hate to say it as a sony fan.. but canon wins in this round! Lol

[@TheSlantedLens]

Thanks for sharing your honest opinion!

[@manoharmgr8235]

SUPER. SUPER , THE BEST VIDEOS நன்றாக இருக்கிறது வாழ்த்துக்கள் ,CHENNAI -R.MANOHAR(MGR) INDIA,*

[@TheSlantedLens]

Thank you! I appreciate your support!

[@branimirteodorovic2297]

The Canon R8 doesn't have IBIS

[@TheSlantedLens]

Thanks for sharing and keep on clickin!

[@titarstar]

thank you / you help me

[@TheSlantedLens]

Glad to hear that the video was helpful to you.

[@devineffendi27]

you talking about the sharpness without mentioning the lens

[@TheSlantedLens]

The lenses do make a difference. That is why we use native lenses.

[@devineffendi27]

@@TheSlantedLens even native lens have different performance, so which lens is that

[@felipemuci5944]

That tiny little battery on the R8 is terrible

[@TheSlantedLens]

Yeah, you really need some back-up batteries for it.

[@JaketheMotorhead]

the r8 doesn't have ibis

[@TheSlantedLens]

It has Digital, 5-Axis in Video Only

[@elisabetjuan8914]

It is a matter of taste but in all tests between canon and sony I feel sony gives such a clinic picture with no soul, and I prefer Canon images. Nevertheless, with the idiot proprietary lens system, I am not buying Canon any more.

[@TheSlantedLens]

Yeah, it would be nice if they allowed others to make Canon compatible lenses.

[@ReignsworldTv]

🗣️🌎🌟

[@TheSlantedLens]

Thanks for watching and keep on clickin!

[@nadulbai-konur9117]

Sorry, but Canon r8 has no internal sensor stabilization!

[@TheSlantedLens]

The R8 uses optical IS in the lens and or digital in the body

[@Eziografia]

"Mirco HDMI" shhshsh

[@davidxiu8020]

Sony 8 bit is better than Canon's 10 bit.

[@TheSlantedLens]

Thanks for sharing your preference and thanks for watching!

[@FyahAlex]

I strongly suspect that the Canon's Airplane Mode wasn't turned on. That battery life is abysmal. I've easily consistently gotten 700+ shots on a single battery.

[@TheSlantedLens]

Thanks for sharing your experience with the Canon!

[@rewq0210789]

iso 60 egyiknek se megy

[@galinschi_studio]

R8 is way more superior

[@TheSlantedLens]

Thanks for sharing your preference!

[@hejakma4682]

R8 has no sensor shift!

[@TheSlantedLens]

Yeah, it has digital stabilization with a crop.

[@yottahertz]

Going for sony, a lot of third party cheaper lenses.

[@TheSlantedLens]

It really does give you more affordable lens options!

[@winheiMR]

Die Canon R8 schärft wohl schon die RAW Files zu stark, sehr schlecht, kann man nicht gut entfernen? keine Ahnung von Canon.

[@TheSlantedLens]

The sharpening can be adjusted in camera raw.

[@linkmove1653]

Canon r8 not ibst

[@TheSlantedLens]

I am assuming you meant IBIS. Thanks for watching!

[@tawhidulislam7115]

When comes to lens selection Sony will destroy canon RF line yea thats a fact

[@TheSlantedLens]

Very true, much better lens selection for Sony.

[@jorgegiron618]

la cara debes ver es lo que interesa

[@TheSlantedLens]

Thanks for watching and keep on clickin!

[@Niko-bh5uu]

Sony has no limits for making video XD LOL ! Cause there temperature limits! 120 min is impossible for Sony cam...

[@TheSlantedLens]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts!