Sony a7c Half a Year Later: Less IS More!

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[@descent900]

The Sony a7c was my entry into the Sony ecosystem. Especially having access to a wide range of affordable third party lenses. The cost of Canon glass when I had the Canon RP was too prohibitive and adapting the EF glass made it too clunky to use on the daily. My a7c now comes with me everywhere, and because of that, I'm shooting much more often, which is the point of having the camera in the first place.

[@SamoScopom]

What lenses do you use? Are you a photographer or videographer? thx

[@electrichimp]

I’m completely in love with my A7C and, even more, with the possibilities of evolving and refining a form factor based on simplicity ❤️

[@attilajenkins1580]

Came across this video on my own while researching this camera. I just wanted to say that I truly appreciate your format. It's like a laid back conversation with someone. Keep up the good work and thanks again.

[@3BMEP]

😊🙏🏻🖖🏻

[@GauravPassiTV]

This felt like the scene from The Matrix Reloaded where Neo meets the Architect! Hugh was so calm yet blasted information at us that we'll take ages to digest! 😂

[@3BMEP]

🙏🏻😊🖖🏻

[@cameranerdsmedia]

Loving this refreshing perspective on the Sony a7c. I think people often overlook design when reviewing cameras. Thanks for taking this into consideration. The Sony a7c is one of my favorite cameras. Looking forward to this design language for future Sony releases.

[@zacharybohlman4069]

I use an A7C for all of my stills and video work and have been satisfied with it. Sure I want an FX3 but as a wise man once said, the A7C does 99% of what I need it to do 99% of the time. 😏

[@3BMEP]

😉

[@ninjandy1565]

amen

[@stephensears7483]

Thank you, Hugh. The A7C def triggers an aesthetic-processing part of my brain similar to that for Apple products. You are one of the few who has recognized that perhaps Sony is consciously designing towards capable minimalism. Specubating is an inspired word choice for this editorial!

[@3BMEP]

😉

[@matthewjeffres1289]

Less is often more. I am shooting on an A6400 with a few primes. the form factor and weight encourages me to shoot more. I can see the great appeal of the A7C. Thanks for your thoughts.

[@garrydolley]

I love my a6400! I take it everywhere because it's so light. Even with a relatively heavy prime, my hand doesn't get fatigued shooting; and with the button layout, I can shoot and operate it almost always one-handed.

[@davidtruong219]

I bought a used a7c for $1500 and paired it up with a 20m 1.8 G lens. Works great!

[@sonialo777]

Your video was like watching a great film unfold. I loved it

[@3BMEP]

🙏🏻😊🖖🏻

[@bicycleninja1685]

He's exceptionally good with the narrative. I can't imagine trying to create a narrative out of a piece of gear, but he pulls it off.

[@astrophoto1736]

I took the dive and sold all my aps-c gear including my a6600 for a new a7C. Could not be happier. This camera is amazing. I pair it with 35mm f2.8 Zeiss, the 55mm f1.8 Zeiss or the new 35mm GM. All have fantastic results. This camera is much easier to use with these primes in REAL LIFE on the street or at a celebration. While I also have a Sony A7r3 to use for higher resolution, I find myself grabbing this camera first. I shoot jpeg in creative BW and Raw in the background fir color originals. It handles it all with amazing focusing speed. Happy owner here. Thank You Hugh for NAILING my internal dialogue and debate. Count me IN.

[@3BMEP]

But how do you REALLY feel, Mark? 😜😍

[@kevinchoo2115]

Thank you! For most photographers, a high quality EVF probably has more utility than nearly any other “spec” that people tend to focus on

[@3BMEP]

Agreed!

[@anonharingenamn]

What should I get if I want a great EVF?

[@3BMEP]

@@anonharingenamn look for a 5.7m or 9.44m dot spec.

[@scottmoore5839]

totally agree

[@winstonllamas5163]

You know, there's something about New Yorkers that drive me crazy but endear me to them at the same time. This is a well thought out piece, and I hope people understand that practice is time so well spent. I look at the old photos that people put down because they don't have the contrast or oversharpening we see in current photos and marvel at the craft and artistry of the photographer. Those pictures speak louder and better (to me) than many an Instagram post. You're right. This is an underrated camera. And frankly, so is the A6600. Well done!

[@3BMEP]

🙏🏻🖖🏻😊

[@mindsetofthefew]

I am a beginner filmmaker who wants to do KZbin videos and after watching this video, you reinforced my decision to get the a7c as I'm torn between the a7c and a7iv. I was thinking of getting the a7iv because I want my first Sony mirrorless cam to be somewhat future-proof. But I am on a tight budget and realized that a7c should be enough for my purposes so thank you! You got a subscriber! 🙏

[@tinchin714]

Many dumping the a7iv a7siii alike for a7c just for it’s practical compact size

[@johnpahl6331]

I went for a hike this weekend with my A7c and the new 24mm and 40mm lenses and really enjoyed it. It wasn't just that the combination was light, but also the new lenses have an on-lens aperture dial, which makes the UI much more effective - I didn't miss the front dial. That combination of minimal body and on-lens aperture dial seems to be part of Sony's new industrial design. I used to travel on business (remember that?) with it was easy to take along an APSC NEX6 (then A6000, A6300, A6500) and the 16mm/35mm lenses. This felt similarly portable but, thanks to the aperture dial, better UI and full frame etc.

[@3BMEP]

Thanks for sharing!

[@user-tt5pe4rl4j]

Going on a hike, I take a 7C and a Tamron 17-28 f2. 8 And 24 mm and 40 mm sony are unnecessary. The difference in weight is 85 g. and the length is 5 cm. But ! This lens is much cheaper than two Sony lenses, more versatile in focal length and it does not need to be changed to another one. In 35 mm mode, it gives a focal length of 42 mm. Thereby replacing the lens with 40 mm. So you can think about whether it is worth paying very much for 85 g. and 5 cm.) And changing lenses back and forth is not the most convenient activity in nature, and even dust gets on the matrix. Good shots! )

[@shawndougherty9680]

I take my A7RII and a bag of primes with me when I'm going out specifically to photograph... but the rest of the time, which is most of the time, I've got the A7C and my Samyang 35mm 2.8. It's so easy to carry and the results are great. Once my 40mm 2.5 gets here with it's aperture ring, AF switch, and eye AF button this camera is going to be even more of a joy to carry. I'm with you, it's more than enough for me 99% of the time.

[@davidfirth1]

Have watched you on/off for about 2 years. You are the sage of the camera YT world, and the large subscriber YT camera folks should heed your words. They don't, and won't. Too busy 'specubating'. For those of us who grew up on film, shot full manual b/c that was the only thing, and worked our way up to today, we know that we can get good results without having the absolute top end in specs or device automation. I came to this video 2 years late, b/c I am trading in another system to focus on Sony. I like small gear, and a year using a RX100m7 and a ZV1m1 on the side of my other gear has lured me in. A7c may be the thing that I shoot next. Thanks, and I'm pretty sure you earned a new patron on Patreon today.

[@jeffgrischow1734]

More than a review (which it is, and very balanced!), I appreciated this video as an analysis of corporate design, production and marketing. It's very good! And I liked your call at the end for everyone to get out and Gladwell with our cameras. Even if can't venture out very far (because of a stay-at-home order), you've inspired me to get outside with camera in hand!

[@stevenmelnyk1174]

I have recently become the owner of a Sony A7c. The reason - I traded in over 30 years worth of gear to downsize and I used part of the funds to buy this camera. I bought it because it reminded me so much of a Leica M. I love the size and its operation. There is a real attraction to these smaller cameras. They are great for street shooting. As noted in the review, less in this case is indeed more.

[@yoice.]

My photography journey started with RX1 and after so many years of indulgence, I still find it very hard to replace that camera in my bag. Having used a7c for a while, even if some of the modern glasses are statistically superior, I still look back to the mythical rendering of that old Zeiss. Sony actually started the mirrorless trend in the exact right direction - extremely compact, superior lens, amazing sensor. Over the years they have to develop those less-extreme products to keep it profitable. But I’ll always miss the days when Sony deliver such a revolutionary product that is “at least five years ahead” of their competitors.

[@mundanestreet7874]

Im fine with aps-c... never felt the need for a full frame camera as i find their size repulsive for an everyday camera....but a full frame in aps-c body? I might consider it one day(=

[@DrFlexit]

Absolutely love the way you explained everything. So wise. All we do is nitpick on specs but let's be honest, most of us will have that or any camera in a bag and the bag somewhere in the house forgotten and just use our smartphone like we always do. Like they say "the best camera is the one that you have on hand". 😌

[@3BMEP]

😊🖖🏻

[@angelguzman8737]

When the a7c I laughed and said I would never use it, tried it and after 6 months It’s the camera that’s in my car all the time. This from a person who owns the a7r4 and a7s3. It’s a very fun and useful camera

[@3BMEP]

I understand.

[@RyanHicks306]

Great perspective! I had and loved an A7iii for years. The form factor prevented me from bringing it out much for everyday capture opportunities. After trading it in and getting an A7c with a few different lenses I am creating all the time. I can take it with a small lens (kit lens or my new favorite the 20mm 1.8) everywhere. Each time I shoot I am improving my compositions and love the ability to be light and in the moment. I appreciate your perspective and insight on the benefits of this camera.

[@3BMEP]

😊🖖🏻

[@RyanHicks306]

@@3BMEP many months later and I still love it. My only complaint right now is balancing it with my Ronic SC gimbal. As it is so light, my favourite lenses don't balance properly. I am able to balance the kit lens and might have to bite the bullet and get the compact prime 24 (or a different gimbal). The camera itself has never let me down and I love using it still.

[@maze400]

I loved the idea of the A7IIIC as a street camera with some manual M glass on her. I decided my Fuji XP1 was more than enough though I did pick up an M8 in very good condition. The m8 really does have a Kodachrome feel to her.

[@chaconj]

As a “hobbiest”, whose use case is taking photos of the kids, the A7C was a godsend. Sure the A73 feels better for photos.. but I feel like I take it more often, and the flippy screen let’s me be in the photos as well 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

[@danielmcilroy7089]

This is exactly the category I fall into, but have found myself drifting towards the Fuji X-T4

[@Mickparrysstepdad]

That's why my Canon 70d and 17-55mm f2.8 is on ebay now. Although my Google Pixel 3a phone takes surprisingly good photos - by the time I get it out of my pocket and turned it on, I've missed that special moment :(. I'm hoping the A7C won't dig into my neck like the heavy Canon, and will have the speed and accuracy to capture those special moments.

[@HeresMo]

I love my A7c it’s perfect for family outings, travel and vlogging.

[@stevestruthers6180]

As someone who started cutting his photographic teeth on all-manual Canon AT-1 35mm SLR in the late summer of 1979, I too believe less is more. For the vast majority of pictures, I shoot using aperture-priority, so I do not need program-this and program-that buttons. Simplicity and ease of use always win over complexity. What I like in a camera is an effective focus-peaking system, excellent AF, excellent stabilization, plus sharp glass, and ease of use. Nothing else really matters much.

[@dougfromsoanierana]

As an A7III user, I have no plans to buy an A7c, but it’s introduction gives me confidence that I made the right decision to switch from Nikon to Sony a couple of years ago. Sony is expanding its lineup wisely and is making great, albeit expensive, glass.

[@bjure8111]

Have owned a handful of the newest cameras recent years. A7III, Xt4, Z6, Eos Rp, etc... But the A7c is the first camera I fallen in love with for a long time. It's just something about it that isn't tech and specs. Even though it's fast enough when needed.

[@Carolyne_games]

I love the discussion on design and simplicity. It is exactly why I love the RX1 series so much. I own a RX1R2 currently, but my favorite really was the original RX1. I didn't need that much resolution, and probably didn't even need that EVF. Just a nice sensor in a body built around a fantastic lens, with intuitive manual controls. For me it's sad to see the RX1 series seemingly discontinued, but I think the A7C is Sony's answer to a modern RX1. I'll be getting one soon for the nice build and battery. I'd love to see a new RX1 with a newer design language and simplified, modernized UI though :3

[@yoice.]

Same journey here, rx1 to m2 then a7c. I don’t think I’ll give it up any time soon until another sub 500 gram legend is born.

[@theotherlinh]

I very much have wanted a digital k1000 with Sony’s AF. I know nothing is stopping you from just not using the features, but I still want it. And it can’t cost as much as a Leica, lol.

[@professionalpotato4764]

If money was no issue, I would get this for me and my girlfriend. It looks like a great casual walkaround camera. But alas, I'm not rich. I'm just a recent graduate crushed by debt that can only be repaid in 5-10 years. Yay.

[@3BMEP]

I feel your pain.

[@waltersjonathan]

Question on video ... you said, I think, that it lacked real time tracking for video. Unless I’m mistaken what you mean, it does. It certainly tracks my eye in video. Am I missing something? Thanks!

[@karafuru7666]

real time tracking can be used to track any and all things including dinosaurs, spongbob, rocks, cars, etc. Face/eye is a subset of real time tracking. Not all Sony camera's have real time tracking for stills and even less have real time tracking for video.

[@joe2snj]

Originally I bought my A7RIV so I could “crop the crap out of” my moon shots. Now its overtaken my A7III as my main portrait, street and nature body. With my 55mm f1.8 its a brilliant street setup, even after very cropping I can still get 2K resolution stills which is overkill for social media but oh so sweet for printing. 61mp turns primes into “after the fact zooms” Once again Hugh a great perspective 👌👍🏾

[@3BMEP]

Thanks for sharing!

[@renaudgisselbrecht7603]

I sold my s1 for two reasons : the weight and the AF....i bought the A7C.....no regret. It’s so easy to put it in a (large) pocket....the super tool for a traveller. Perfect tool for Street photography !

[@chloescanlon1107]

Apart from the stupid side hinged rear LCD that is.

[@renaudgisselbrecht7603]

@@chloescanlon1107 i’am agree with you

[@MarkoPejovic]

A7C have real time AF tracking in video and it works amazing.

[@nodavood]

Good points. Canon is pushing RP and a newer version coming out for ~$800 for the same reasons. They are ditching APS-C as well. Not worth the extra investment for R&D and the glass lineup. M system was their top seller, and they have given up on that from the looks of it.

[@borispradel1037]

The initial unfair reviews were great for my budget as I bought the A7C brand new for $350 cheaper than the A7III. It's a great little camera for everyday shooting which is what I wanted it for. It's perhaps the Sony camera that I'm enjoying the most (I had A6000, A7, A7RII and A7III /sold them all) and sure its color science is better than previous models. First time I like Sony jpgs (never used them before) but now it's a whole different story. Now I shoot raw and and jpgs and many a time I just keep the jpg files (unthinkable with previous models).

[@2cats1guy]

I don’t regret my purchase. Everyone calls it a baby a7iii but I call it the baby a7siii. It’s been amazing for me and I really don’t see myself upgrading unless I feel like I need 4k 60 for some reason. The FX3 is very tempting but I can wait.

Love your calm and honest thoughts on the A7c. And - shockingly right ;-) - it's more about the craft than about the gear. I am shooting on a A6000 for some years now (with adapted Leica R lenses - which are simply beautiful!) ... and I am here on the edge to upgrade my A6000 to make the full use of my fullframe lenses. But it's not a hurry.

[@daktariwameno]

Like your talking head videos! Excellent lighting, even better audio, crisp images and - yes - content with a user focused point of view. Thank you!

[@Getoffmycloud53]

A absolute joy to watch and listen.

[@BIbiVstf3sx]

I couldn t agree more with you Hugh! Since goung back to film, i realized that the experience is beyond the results since pretty much all camera go beyond the needs... The a7c is only missing a good evf and front dial.( it could stripped out of video and i wouldnt care) Sony is really heading in the right direction

[@GeraldBertramPhotography]

Hugh...You said the A7C doesn't have real time tracking in video. Sure about that? I have one and I can tap an object in video mode and it tracks the object as I move around (if you change the setting from touch to focus to touch tracking). Or am I misunderstanding what you meant?

[@ZakiQutteineh]

That point really confused me ... I had to go to another video just to confirm that tracking actually is indeed a feature. P.S. I'm planning on buying this camera mainly for basic video work.

[@outolempinimi5165]

Contrary to A7iii the A7C definitely has a real time AF tracking in video mode exactly as you described it, just needs to be enabled in the settings

[@rdy4ever]

That’s what got me confused about this video too. The A7C definitely has RT tracking in video.

[@dfusselman]

Looking forward to the Sony APSC sports camera announcement this month. And 350 to 900mm from the 1.5x crop? Oops. No matter. Great content.

[@3BMEP]

Oops! 300!

[@GauravPassiTV]

I don't think anything more needs to be said. Just loved the video. The video was so slow paced yet so fast that I could not comprehend everything instantly. Subscribed. A sub well deserved! 👍🏻

[@3BMEP]

Welcome!

[@bicycleninja1685]

I have a GH5 and a Canon M6 Mark II that I use for video. Looking to add this camera to my collection because of the famous Sony autofocus and low light performance. I like the smaller form factors because they fit my Ronin-SC, one of the smaller gimbals for mirrorless. When using it for travel and spontaneity, you don't want to deal with too much complexity, otherwise it ruins the mood/moment. I'd rather focus on camera movements, narrative, etc. Simplicity is why some pro camera operators like the Black Magic 6K. You're correct in saying log, raw, etc. is too a big hassle for a one-person operation intended for social media. If you're making a movie, not likely you'll use anything under 20k, unless it's pre-prod proof of concept.

[@FezzUG]

Awesome video and I have grown to really like my A7C, I got it to purely make videos on a tripod for youtube and as a starter camera to potentially get an A7 IV but I've truly enjoyed it and taken it around with smaller lenses for pictures now as well. Great video and good to see someone actually talking well about the A7C lol

[@LS-oh8kv]

The A6400 and A6600 also have unlimited recording by the way, I have a 6400 and have recorded for more than an hour. However it’s overheated in 10 minutes in my office before when I didn’t realize my computer was blowing it’s exhaust air directly at it lol Anyways it also has a flip up screen, which does block the microphone, but $20 for a small rig relocator fixed that for me.

[@chouandsherrie]

It makes me take out and that is key to any camera body.

[@thatsreallyamoon]

Hi! I moved from Panasonic G9/GX85 to the A7c with native lenses. My main reason for moving was when I shoot energetic shots of people, I simply don't have to worry about focus pulling. It is extremely reliable to AF (especially eye track!) in 4k. It is also still in the GX85 category in size for me. Unfortunately it lacks as good IBIS (let's be fricking honest, G9/GH5 are so far beyond the A7c IBIS it's not even funny), as well as 4k60 or 4k24 10bit. I've gotten around this limitation by leveraging the HLG3 profile and cranking the in-camera saturation to minimize corrupting during grading. But you know what I really regret? The menus. Sony is incompetent in menu creation. They are bad, confusing, and illogical. They need to take a lesson from Panasonic. Anyways. Overall, I really do love the A7c. The image quality is great. It's compact. It's beautiful. It has good battery life. It has low light. It was a good purchase, but we will regret the gold features of Panasonic cameras...

[@3BMEP]

Thanks for sharing your real world take on the two systems!

[@chrishewson40]

This camera would be perfect for me if it had atleast a 40mp sensor. A great compact size, lightweight, long battery life, looks fantastic but is 24mp acceptable for professional/enthusiast usage, A1 / A0size prints? Or should I just get the A7R iv? Which is quite bulky..

[@ssaldanah]

You packed a lot of information into your commentary, bravo. I bought the a7c and then returned it the next day. The experience of using it doesn't match my Leica M10's (as you said). Maybe I will be back some day for a Sony with a more tactile and bare-bones experience.

[@brightboxstudio]

As a new model, the A7C is only on its first version. The few negatives are enough for me to not buy this first A7C, but I like the basic philosophy so much that I assume the A7C MK II or III will reduce those flaws enough to become my next main camera, especially for travel. Like the first M1 Macs, the first version of the A7C indicates that future versions have significant upside potential.

[@sciamachystandard3676]

I was the guy who was doing street photography with a Canon R5 and rf 24-70 2.8… I bought a sigma DP3… so simple and easy it changed the way I view photography . I never looked back. I ended selling all my rf gear and bought an a7c. It’s so light and easy to carry I take it everywhere and yeah the R5 was better but there’s something indescribable about keeping it simple, you stop worrying about the gear and more about the moments you’re capturing

[@3BMEP]

🤛🏻💯👍🏻

[@rickbiessman6084]

I appreciate the unique perspective (while it’s obvious you could’ve easily presented the same 10 points about the A7C that everybody and their dog talks about). Your thoughts have much more depth to them than what most reviewers can bring to the table. Also, I’m really impressed by your skill as a speaker! And thanks for not drowning your ideas in random background music. Maybe it has to do with the fact that I’m ADHD, but it always makes me happy when people only put in their videos what actually serves their videos (right along the lines of "less IS more" I guess).

[@3BMEP]

😊🖖🏻

[@NewsMoto]

A7C user here! The camera is very good! No regrets!

[@HR-wd6cw]

I have to say as Nikon shooter, I like what Sony has done here... put a 24MP FF sensor into a camera the size of the a6000. I wish Nikon had something like that (and that this point, doesn't even have to be a FF sensor). I think the a7c would make the perfect travel camera....All of the other full frame cameras (including Sony's own a7 series) take on more of an SLR appearance, but this one is different, and I think Sony has done something great here. That's a camera that if you added a small pancake lens, like a 28mm or something, I would take it everywhere with me (not so much with my other ML bodies or most ML bodies these days as they are too large to fit into a coat pocket).

[@graememcleish8776]

I've been contemplating moving from an entry mft setup to full frame and the A7c caught my interest but after watching this video it now has my attention! I've never watched this channel before but I will from now on. Your presentation was excellent and actually, dare I say it, inspiring.

[@3BMEP]

Glad to be of service. Welcome!

[@greyspaniard]

I decided to stay with my a6600, fast primes, and the Tamron zoom duo and just focus on my craft. I think there is plenty of camera to grow into in Sony APS-C. As Hugh pointed out, the first party lens selection is the weak point.

[@agentdanieltaylor4071]

I'm waiting for the next big boy apsc. With so many new e mount lenses, you know there's more coming than just the zv-e10. Been using an a6400 for a year now and have zero buyers remorse until i see an apsc I'm wowed by that can deliver 4k60, and have the newer screens.

[@chryseass.5143]

I laugh when I read comments from people who have never owned a camera debating whether they should get the A7riv or the A7 iv or just save up for the A1. It turned out that the A7C was my 'upgrade' from my A7iii and I came to that decision after the A7iv was released and could compare. I am delighted with the ease of use that comes with the smaller form factor and have quickly found workarounds for its shortcomings ( except maybe that EVF -usable but could be so much better!) I just enjoy picking it up and taking it with me and carrying it in a much smaller bag to boot; not something to be overlooked. I have rediscovered the simple joy of my smaller primes on it but also have been thrilled to discover that heavier glass somehow also feels fine. My 70-200 f.4 is at home on it and looks and handles "right." Take my order right now for the next iteration if Sony does listen and addresses the first gen shortcomings like that EVF and maybe throws in a double card slot and one more custom button and perhaps give us a few more megapixels for cropping. I don't find that I miss the front dial all that much.....

[@pafnoocy]

Sony a7c plus Sony 12-24/f4G (I won't mention a Nisi filter system...) and I'm happy as a clam. I reckon you managed to say in this video all the things I've been thinking and some more. Thanks.

[@TomScryleus]

I agree, I have the Sony A7C, I like it. I think its got just the right things for the right price.

[@davidgates3044]

Once again, your philosophical discussion of what’s meaningful in photography was far more interesting than the product review and that’s why I watch your channel. You’re unique among the hundreds of other camera reviewers. Keep it up!

[@3BMEP]

🙏🏻🖖🏻😊

[@JaredTremper]

As one who mainly adapts vintage lenses on the a7iii and A7R2, mounting say the Konica Hexanon 40/1.8 for street photography could be an interesting proposition. I’ve already gotten used to the wimpy EVF of the A7R2 for manual focus lenses, so this sounds like it wouldn’t be any worse. It’s a kit I might consider at some point. Thanks for the follow up commentary. And yes, specs no more ;)

[@e.r.4077]

This is one of your best. I will read the transcript, too, because as you know, this is spoken at speed. But very interesting, as it speaks to years worth of wondering which way to go next. Thanks.

[@subliminaldoubt2092]

You, sir, are a gem in a world of bluster and bloat. I love your content and I love my A7C.

[@3BMEP]

🙏🏻😊🖖🏻

[@johnszandala3280]

This is the most comprehensive detailed practical and down right honest review I have seen in a while, no recording time comparrisons or numbers and mirco details that most people that in the market place won't even notice, im looking to upgrade from my Sony a6400 for future wedding and small comercial work, just waiting on the A7C Mark II, hopefully they will have 60 or 120 FPS at 4K :o

[@3BMEP]

🙏🏻😊🖖🏻

[@nicktaylor7680]

Thank you Hugh for you unique perspective and useful additions to the English language-specubating- love it. Was considering an a7c as I loved its non intimidating size and rangefinder style that works well in street photography. However the deal breaker for me was the ergonomics and viewfinder and I ended up going with the z5 which I love.

[@3BMEP]

Enjoy! You just bought into a wonderful lens system!

[@Chukojc94]

Wow the way you spoke so fluidly was captivating. I do love the A7C having used it for 6 months. Despite is 'specs' haha. Subbed!

[@3BMEP]

🙏🏻😊🖖🏻welcome!

[@Lauren_C]

The sensor on this thing is pretty amazingly good. Good resolution for pretty much anything I’d want to print, and the dynamic range to duke it out with Medium Format beasts like the GFX 50S. It blows me away every time I compare the images to the absolutely diminutive body they came out of.

[@esprit853okg]

Thank you, Hugh, for yet another engaging and articulate review. The A7C is on my 'must have' list. I am one of those who use little of the endless plethora of features and functions on any of our cameras. I want to use my digital cameras in much the same way as I used - and still (occasionally) use my trusty Olympus 35mm OM10. After all that little beauty served me well for more than three decades before I bought my first digital camera at Christmas 2012. My simple delight is in looking through the viewfinder (especially the optical version on my X100V) and seeing the entire world laid out before me for me to capture as I choose. Freezing each millisecond of time never ceases to astound me. I look forward to achieving this with the A7C...one day...

[@g.-4072]

My sony a6000 just broke, I lost the F wheel, the cam is 6 years old and I was thinking about going forward to the a7c now. This video help me a lot in that decision.

[@christophersmithphotograph2275]

Thank you for your content, maybe the most honest and compelling on this platform. You just deliver the baby...I like that!

[@3BMEP]

😊🙏🏻🖖🏻

[@karinjohnstone6690]

Thanks for this. On a previous video you spoke about the A7c which is now an affordable price on the second hand market - and so I’m now considering it. If you could only have one lens for this camera what would it be? I think you say it in the video but I get a bit overwhelmed by the amount of information 😂Thanks and keep well. Karin

[@ewtriplett]

Excellent video as always. Speaking of less is more, I am impressed by the Sigma fp l for photography. My Leica TL APSC-C zoom lenses give me sharper images on the Sigma fp l than do full frame Panasonic zoom lenses. So in this comparison, glass trumps megapixels. I would be curious to hear whether your mileage varies.

[@3BMEP]

Agreed: TL lenses on my SL2 are spectacular.

[@ThomasBakerFilm]

You nailed it! Thank you so much for your thoughtful insight. You always seem to express how I feel. I’ve had my A7C for a couple of months and I really appreciate the simplicity of it’s design. It’s renewed my joy of photography.

[@3BMEP]

Enjoy!

[@sandeepraiphotography2111]

Hey Thomas, how have you found speed in shooting with a7c? I am looking for a second body as I have a7iii as my main camera to shoot events and some weddings. It’s important for me to be able to change aperture, shutter speed and ISO pretty fast on the go as things move rapidly during events. So I am curious to find out what the speed in shooting photos is like. Thanks

[@OlavAlexanderMjelde]

Have bought the A7C, having earlier had Sony NEX series and Sony A series camera. So I do like the A7C and will buy some prime lenses. Will also keep the kit zoon, as its super compact for everyday use. I never had a fullframe before, but I am amazed about the low light performance even with the bundeled lens :P But with NEX I had f1.8 lenses, so I will do f1.8 or lower prime for 85mm at least, maybe also f1.4 for 50mm. I do think however maybe a good zoom + 85mm f1.4 would be the best for me in the start

[@3BMEP]

Enjoy!

[@omnymisa]

I miss looking at the stuff hanging in your wall while listening, damn bokeh 🤣

[@bronzepodcast]

Sir, its almost 2024, I can now get this camera new for around 1k euros. My budget is 2k euros, more or less. My goal lens is the 35mm 1.4 GM, which is around 1k euros also. Would you get this one or the new a6700?

[@robodobo222]

Well said. Love my A7C.

[@jaymayugaphoto]

You did not touch the subject that this camera has no option to turn off EFCS, which affects banding/bokeh.

[@bagzhansadvakassov1093]

Reminds me of LCD displays in Cars tablets instead of radio with buttons. Noisy design. Overdesign. Some features people only find out when they sell a car.

[@lennykibbs260]

Starting at 17:05, Thought I was alone..... glad you raised your hand...😁

[@bradleyjadir5849]

I believe your first point about it not having the same autofocus as a7siii is wrong. I own both and they both have real time touch tracking. However this feature only works with proxies off and you need to set function to touch to track on the menu. Cheers!

[@kgeo753]

An A7C paired with a Sigma I series lens would make for a very compact camera. If the price of the rumored A7C II isn’t ridiculous it might be enough to make me sell my Fujifilm cameras. I’ve invested in both Sony and Fujifilm systems because the X series cameras are easier to carry around for personal use. However, the money spent buying two lenses for different systems that cover the same focal lengths is expensive.

[@3BMEP]

I hear you.

[@vladibarraza]

When I decided to transition from the Sony a5100 to the a7c I remembered vividly this video. Additionally I partnered it up with the Sigma 28-70 2.8 which is an unbeatable lightweight combo. So I had to come back and say thank you, because I hadn't enjoyed taking pictures this much since the very beginning.

[@3BMEP]

How lovely! Thanks for following up here! 😊🙏🏻🖖🏻

[@GraceShinta]

i'm a a5100 user and wanna upgrade it to full frame camera, but not in hurry, I think compact size is important and really like A7c size, glad to know someone use the same camera before upgrading to this

[@overland_adventure_nz]

So right and well said at long last .

[@amereinterlude]

55mm 1:1.8 Sony/Zeiss ZA is a corker. Puts the old standard fifties to shame. I’ll miss it when it’s gone.

[@3BMEP]

It is - and somehow manages to have a retro look to it!

[@DavidB-tj3rj]

I feel Sony gets amateur photographers. We don’t want huge camera gear hanging off our neck when we take a walk in the park. Back when I was shooting with a dslr I often felt like the fat guy in a Speedo at the beach. Give me that a7c with a 40mm 2.5 any day. Small, discrete, but perfectly able to create art. The low light performance, DOF and cheaper quality glass at equivalent f#(an f4 on FF = 2.66 on APS-C) are enough for me to make the move.

[@brianrobinson1234]

I agree with the sentiments you express here wholeheartedly, and I long for the day when a company releases the digital equivalent of a perfectly simple, fully manual, Pentax K1000 free of unnecessary bells and whistles at an affordable price. Sorry Leica.

[@OngWeeKiat]

Haven’t had a chance to get my hands on one. But I do hear complaints about the tiny viewfinder, what are your thoughts on it?

[@3BMEP]

I do wish they’d release an a7C II with a 3.7m dot, 1X mag EVF, yes.

[@Martin-nu6ym]

My most fun camera to use due to its sheer pleasure of quick manual focus (the EVF is so nice that I don't need to magnify the view), don't have to be concerned about the sensor is too much for the "subpar" glass I love to use, easy post processing (when needed), quick AF with real time tracking, the flippy screen, and yeah if I need to take a small video clip it is very well equipped for it - is the A7Siii. Meanwhile I can't help but wonder what the A7C using the Samyang 45 f1.8 would be like. My copy of that lens has some special sauce in it - love the rendering.

[@TiffanyByrdHarrison]

Do you do radio or voiceover? your voice is incredibly soothing ❤great video. Coming into the A7C after using Canon Rebel Series and the glass has been the best part of the upgrade so far. It’s magnificent! thanks for the video!

[@coz_daysoff]

I love my a7c ! Is my first camera ever. Apart from the ones on the phone. And love the 85mm f1.8 lens.

[@3BMEP]

Great combination!

[@skyrunr]

I enjoy your channel. A few months ago I picked up an A7C. It strikes a nice balance between the Z7II and Z50 I had been using prior to switching. A joystick and front dial would be really nice. The menu button is in a very odd location. Fewer buttons, but still more customizable than a Nikon Z body. Subject tracking is fantastic. I don't mind the EVF compared to the other compacts that don't even have one. I had tried the A7RII, A7RIII, and A7IV as well. Nikon still has the nicest JPG's of all the brands, IMO. The A7C is especially nice with the Tamron 20-40 and 70-180 f2.8 zooms. This kit's price, weight, size, and performance is still ideal. It could use a firmware update. ;) I'm looking forward to the A7CII, and hopefully with a few more mp's. Cheers!

[@skyrunr]

PS put links to the lenses you mentioned in your details, you should earn affiliate points with them. ;)

[@MollyFitzBrown]

I am LOVING my a7c :) especially with the Sony 20mm f1.8 lens for on the go vlogging! I use the Catalyst app a lot but think I want to invest in a gimbal soon, which one would you suggest?

[@3BMEP]

We use the Weebill S, but FeiyuTech’s a2000c looks interesting at just about half the price.

[@MollyFitzBrown]

@@3BMEP Thanks, I'll look into those :)

[@TheSshadow7]

I've wanted the A7iii for a while. Then the a7c came out and I drooled, yet I've ruled it out, due to the fact that I need 4k 60p. Oh, and the fact that I already have the Fuji X-T4.

[@3BMEP]

😉🖖🏻

[@JamesJohnsonthe4th]

I fine with the less is more and I think I’d love the size savings over my A7III…I just use that flip down screen as a waist-level finder replacement so much that having the flip out screen would annoy me.

[@3BMEP]

I understand.

[@JamesJohnsonthe4th]

@@3BMEP ...and a few weeks later I came to the conclusion that it wouldn't bother me as much as I thought and I'm loving the smaller size and the smaller camera bag I can carry now. Thanks again for this video!

[@musicshare4196]

Please suggest prime/zoom lens for a7c. (Currently I have 28-60mm kit lens)