The 1st Sony Mirrorless Camera I Want To Buy: The Sony A7C

This is my first proper review of a Sony camera on my channel. I do own a full Sony-Minolta DSLR system, but I decided to go with Fujifilm when it came to a mirrorless camera system. I've always respected what Sony was doing in the full-frame mirrorless realm, but I wasn't interested... until now. The new A7C is smaller and lighter than my Fujifilm X-H1, X-T4 and X-Pro3, even though it has a larger sensor. We know sensor size isn't everything, but it does matter if you're shooting in low-light or you're looking for more shallow depth of field. The Sony E-Mount also has more support for third party lenses and accessories. Please enjoy my first impressions of the Sony A7C with the FE 20mm f/1.8G lens. This isn't a very technical review, and my knowledge of the Sony eco-system is somewhat limited, so if I say something wrong or inaccurate, please share below, but please do so politely. I appreciate it. I have more Sony review gear coming, so stay tuned.

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[ogonzilla]

Wait. You're touching a Sony?? Cue the "I'll keep my Fujifilm" comments from everyone. hahah... I like what Sony is doing here as well. Case in point 4:58. The Fuji got jealous.

[The_Essential_Light]

A well presented overview of this camera. I have had an A7iii since it first came out. I have been very happy with it.

[danielebaravalle]

This body with the Sony 28mm f2 just the perfect light and compact combo for everyday shooting!!!

[muen]

Just found your channel, and I am LOVING it! :) phenomenal review. I also own an A7c with that 20 mm G lens. It is phenomenal for quite a few applications, socially unimposing, sits on a gimbal perfectly, and has such a close focusing distance.

[JasonFiske]

Thanks for the review. The Video Autofocus and huge lens selection are having me considering this camera and perhaps parting ways w/ my Fuji XT-3.

[bondgabebond]

Excellent review. I do not feel left out with my a6500 asp-c camera. It makes a great body to hook up to my 200-600 zoom turning it into a 300-900mm lens. I do look forward to getting one later when the next version is made.

[trogdor]

I never really thought you had a big head, but seeing how your hat fits... I get it now. Aside from that, thanks for putting this together!

[imranalijafar]

I can't wait to see a video comparison between xs10 and sony 7c . Especially ibis system

[strippedlist]

I agree with you, A7C II WILL BE AMAZING

[W.i.l.l._Nguyen]

A7C wishlist: for me would be 10 bit color. For wifey, she was very impressed by the beauty feature of the ZV-1. So I think, add the product feature option, the beauty filter feature and the other ZV-1 easy mode features (for people who just want to shoot without thinking about ANY camera settings), I think that's winner.

[stfootprint_art]

I agree 100%... this isthe first Sony camera that I am tempted by...

[Reno_T]

All I want is a full spec mirrorless in a smaller package except maybe a really niche top spec. Exactly what Apple has done with the iPhone 12 Mini, you get 90% of a 12 Pro.

My wishlist :
* compact range finder style body but confortable (like a baby x-pro)
* good battery life (like in this Sony A7C)
* joystick
* double card slots
* great touch and articulate screen (like Canon)
* great evf (resolution and size)
* great AF (with phase detection)
* 10 bit video internally

I think it’s all but of course also compact but great full frame lenses (like the Nikon Z 1.8 primes).

Frankly I was excited for the Panasonic S5 et Sony A7C but just the evf resolution is a deal breaker. I still want to try the Pana because the LCD panel in the evf seems to be a good one.

[HGQjazz]

I have been using my A7C for a month now and never once used the EVF or wished for a 2d card slot. 10 bit 4.2.2 would be nice though or at least a better menu!

[pocholoparanpan]

The menu button at 13:31 is a little confusing, but it seems like such a solid product aside from that

[mobilejournalism-media]

Sony seems to use smaller viewfinders with less resolution on this price level of camera. Nikon Z6 series uses .5" viewfinder with adjustable brightness levels and higher resolution.

[funnybeingme]

I was excited when the A7C was first released. But with the lack of joystick and front dial, I was turned off. I'm a current Fuji X-E3 user and like having those. Perhaps wait for the Sony A7IV as the rumored specs seems amazing.

[flyte_flyte]

I know what you mean about the A7c's rangefinder aesthetic. I own Leica M bodies & lenses, and the A7c is very similar with the addition of the ergonomic grip. I use my Leica M lenses on the A7c along with an autofocusing adapter, so I have M lenses with autofocus. I don't do blogging, hardly do video anymore. I'm an art photographer, and for my needs, the A7c is excellent.

[AB-ottc]

Nice review. For myself I have bought the Fuji x-s10 for 970€. Sony would be cost me 1899€ (2099€-200€ cashback). Even a XT 4 would be cheaper. Sony price tag is way beyond of anything which I can justify. Especially if you add the lens prices. The XT30/X-S10 is at the moment the best bang for the buck.

[Kusanosuke]

I wonder how you'd rate this against Panasonic's S5? If Panny keeps improving their AF and makes a rangefinder-styled FF camera, I may be tempted.

[BeingWolfy]

Nice review, Take. The body size is very compact, but the lenses are still large compared to APS-C and M43 systems. Do you have any recommendations for small/compact lenses for the A7C?