Sony A7C II: WAIT to Upgrade? I GOT a Second A7C For $980 Instead!

Today I'm talking about why I decided to grab two Sony A7C cameras instead of waiting for the Sony A7C II. In this video backed by PHOTOS, VIDEOS, and AUDIO I tell you why!
For me it was an easy decision! We can shoot sharp images, great 4k video, with all the I/Os and flip out screen for solo shooting.

The A7C is my top pick for shooting photos and 4K videos, and getting a second one was a no-brainer. It's got a great size, easy to handle, and delivers pro-level quality every time, no matter what you shoot. It's got a full-frame sensor and a Bionz X image processor which are perfect for low-light shooting and getting all those details in your shots.

The Sony A7C has also a 5-axis in-body stabilization and quick autofocus with real-time tracking (May not have the Digital IS from the A7C II but There is not crop with this one), not to mention the eye autofocus for people and animals. Having two of these bad boys means I can capture load this two camera with my Sony 24-70mm F2.5 II and my Sony 85mm F1.8 and I'm set without any downtime changing lenses.

The A7C II might be new and shiny, but it's not always about having the latest gear. Sometimes what you've got is already the best tool for the job. And for me, that's the Sony A7C.

To purchase a second used mint one body (for $1000) was an easy decision and I did not hesitate. Going on travel photo trip with my wife and she is just starting out. All the heavy gear stays home.

Check out my video for all the deets and see why two Sony A7Cs could be just what you need. Give it a like and hit subscribe for more tips and reviews, and let me know what you think in the comments!

[GastonShutters]

Bought a second used A7C for $980! and don't regret it a bit. Are you waiting for the A7C II? If so which feature will make a deal sealer for you?

[dgaijin]

I have an A7c on the way to me so I reckon I think it's good for going into 2023, 2024, 2025 and beyond.

[christopherkorey]

I own the A7C and the A7RV and while the RV is and incredible camera I enjoy shooting with the A7C much more and at the end of the day that is what matters.

[klauseibinger]

I will Upgrade from my a6000. I will start with the nice APSC lenses that I have. 14, 5 MP in Crop Mode is fine anyway for me. AF and Stabilization are what I want.

[Alookthroughthelens]

I just picked one up and got it today! its great, but it is going to need some getting used to but I'm loving it so far!

[iamkailong]

a brand new a7c is less than $1200, if the Lumix s9 isn’t good enough, I will pick it as my camera for sure.

[ALWH]

I shoot my A7C more than my A7RV, would love to have a newer version A7C if it has A7RV type of screen. AI autofocus be great but not absolutely necessary for me. Carry two A7C for travel is not only smaller, lighter but also attract less attention. Don’t care about video, that my Insta360’s job. A6700 looks pretty good but full frame still has the advantage of better depth of field.

[gjpdoke]

I just purchased an A7C last week, and am excitedly waiting for it to arrive! I am upgrading from my well loved starter camera, the A6000. I was atracted to the small body and the old menu system. Here me out- I have small hands, and my a6000 was amazingly easy for me to hold. Additionaly, although the old menue is a bit clunky- I am used to it! So not having to learn a new menue is going to be great and make using my old camera as a second shooter even easier. I Also had to give this one a go becaus eof the price- I would have loved to wait untill the A7CII hit the market so that the A7C could come down a bit more in price, but I am in a rut with my old gear and realllyyyy needed to upgrade now rather than later. This was a decent price for getting me out of APSC into FF considering I also needed to puchase a lense.

[lichuuuuu]

I value convenience a lot, and this is the most versatile and convenient camera out there, considering how much it costs. I purchased one a month ago brand new upgrading from a sony a6000. It's not about the camera, it's about the person behind the camera, you can do amazing work with any camera if you give yourself the oportunity.

[DDHDTV]

will keep my eyes open. Hopefully I can get one for sub 1000 as well. maybe when the a7cii lunches.
Still rocking my 8 year old a6000 :)

[Slctve]

A7C is so uncomfortable to hold especially with bigger lens. The grip is so small, if you put a bigger lens on it the gap between the grip and a lens is so small, your fingers might not be able to fit in between the grip and the lens...
There is no dedicated button to zoom in, so you cant really use the camera with manual focus lenses. You have to assign the zoom option to one of the custumizable buttons, and the only button that would fit the need is the AF lock in button, which is actually not that comfortable to use as a zoom button.

So manual lens shooters forget this camera and go for A7III instead.

[isonny]

I bought a7c during the 2021 lockdown. And since that it has become my primary camera for my real estate work. I still have my a7iii but it is mostly stays in my camera bag. That said when the mkii release I am going to either get the mkii or the R version.

[studiovitta]

I have two 7c and I work at National tv for outdoor work, gimbal slider and a lot of travels
Two years they work every day almost full time and 2023 full 4K
I have 7 lenses 3 of them primes
I dint have any problem at all and they don’t make any issue at all
For me work horses
I have also A7RII for backup camera with no problem at all according the release 2015 and fix the no time limit

[XboxTheBeatboxer]

I could tell the difference between the cameraa photos in all cases. But the A7C is still the camera I'd recommend. It's the different between good and more good. If you are capturing compelling images, it won't matter either way. And the dynamic range is great in all cases.

[MarinaGarrison]

Click bait? Going rate everywhere is $1300-1400USD. Not $980.

[willbrink]

I don't see it anywhere for under approx $1500.

[Kunal]

I chose the A7 III for its numerous controls and dials. The AF is pretty usable even in 2023. It makes for a great combo along with the Tamron 28-75 G2
Not to mention the Flip Up screen.

[GonzTheRealtorGA]

This camera is solid for both photo & video! I’ve gone through several cameras & brands over the last couple of years, but I always seem to want this type of camera. Convenient, portable and great image quality. Definitely still worth buying in 2023!!

[stevenwaldstein]

I had actually already upgraded when I traded my A7C for a A7IV because I’m primarily a still shooter. That said a rebought another A7C for the smaller size so now I have both. Depending on what the A7C II is I may upgrade eventually but only if the A7C II has 33 Mpixels, improved IBIS, Autofocus (with AI), etc. we will see. Of course my price was not quite as hoot as yours but it was almost brand new.

[angeldc]

I fear A7c II will be heavier, bulkier and way more expensive than mark I. So this is a camera with extraordinary value.