My Everyday Carry Camera - Sony A7C & 24mm 2.8 G

Turning my Sony A7C into a everyday carry camera.

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Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
1:04 - Photo Walk
5:25 - Sony 24mm 2.8 G Lens
8:23 - Outro

[charlesjmei]

Three years later and this video is still relevant. Your edits show that you CAN get romantic colours from a Sony. Because of the outstanding dynamic range I guess you can showcase more details in the shadows. This has sealed the decision for me. Thank you so much for your work.

[jasmauai]

First video I’ve seen where the lens is being tested indoors and love it!

[ToniLovesSkateboarding]

I was literally thinking about picking up a Fujifilm X-T30 as an everyday camera. I'm a full time wedding photographer and I use a couple of a7III's for that. I also have an a7II and a6000 laying around so why spend more money into a Fuji when I can just get this lens, slap it to the a7II or a6000 and have a perfectly capable everyday camera. You've convinced me!

[AlastairArthur]

Thanks for the tip on the lens hood. I’ve used X100’s and Leica M for street but the A7C easily matches them, even with the little EVF I find works well enough. I went for the 40mm G. The one camera I miss for street occasionally is the little Ricoh GR.

[misiekziomal]

"...honeymoon period when you are just using this lens all the time" - priceless :)

[MestreMur]

1:56 nice street bricks... Your camera looks great. I own the Sony A7RIV, but I will get this one like my second camera or ultra low light photos and videos...

[UrbexWonderland]

I've paired my A7C with the classic Sony Zeiss 35mm f2.8 Sonar T.

[AndrewWithey]

Great content Dylan. I’m buying an A7cr and found you through searching for that. Your videos have been really helpful, informative and entertaining. 🙂

[SourPlanet]

Fun video. Everyone should have a walk around kit ready to go. At this point I have a stable of lenses.. but I take out the A7c + 35/2.8 Zeiss like 90% of the time. Despite the years of separate inception dates, they feel made for each other. I totally agree that while the A7c can handle a lot of workhorse duties, it really shines as a walkabout kit basepoint. I very very rarely leave the house without "junior" on my wrist.

I'm starting to think the 28/f2 is the endgame. I was torn between the 35 and 24 but now that I've spent a few months on the 35, I could see the 28 being the goldilocks lens. Maybe one day. I'm still enjoying my honeymoon.

[joeybrownmedia]

Amazing shots with the 24mm. I have the a7c and the 50mm G 2.5. This inspired me cause I haven’t been feeling it.

[chryseass.]

Hi Dylan. I had a similar thought process and reached the same conclusion as you did. I considered buying the Fuji x100v ( G.A.S.) but as I already own my a7c, I decided to make a conscious decision to use it with my smaller and lighter lenses ( leave the big boy zooms at home) and be content with working around any inherent problems. I already have the Sony 35 f2.8 and their 28 f.2 lenses; they make the A7c feel more like my A6000 to carry and found that they bring the fun and spontaneity back to the whole process . I just added the much maligned Sony 50 f1.8 to my collection and am surprised that I really enjoy shooting with it, even with its quirky auto focus. Somehow, using it feels more intentional and makes you consider the shot more than just firing off. It's a much better lens on the A7c, and with its latest firmware applied, than old reviews would have you believe. I set my A7C to use the back dial for the aperture and the middle dial for shutter, if needed .

[awesomephotographytaiwan]

I really like how you demonstrate the whole process . it's fun to watch

[manuelfigueroa]

What Make / Manufacture is that Leather Strap Looks Awesome on the A7C great Videos bro you inspired me to become an A7C shooter thanks for your hard work

[sprintervanconversions]

About to take delivery of my new a7c to add to my a7iii and enjoying your videos, thanks! Your channel deserves a LOT more recognition than it has! Subscribed ;)

[jamesmlodynia]

I just added my first Sony to my collection of Pentax, Panasonic, Olympus, Fujifilm and Nikon cameras. I picked up the A7II from Adorama camera, the reason that I chose an older camera is that in my camera collection I have Pentax DSLR's going back 16 years and I have many more modern models S5 MKII, Nikon Zf, Fujifilm XT5 and XH2, I picked the Sony used was what is an open box unit with the 28-70 3.5-5.6 kit lens for just over 800 dollars tax included. I also picked up the same 24mm G lens that you highlighted in your video, it looks like the lens that Nikon should have released on the ZF., I will add some of the Sigma i series glass.

[zvkvhs]

I've been having fun using my Sigma 14mm f/1.4 on my full-frame Sony in crop mode, giving me a 21mm equivalent. But I don’t feel confident handling it casually due to the exposed front element and the high cost of replacement. I’m considering picking up the Sony 24mm f/2.8 G since it’s lightweight and still offers a nice wide perspective.

[GeorgeOJ]

Thinking about getting this lens for A7CR - thank you for a great demo of what this little lens can do. Much appreciated! lens hood suggestion - helpful too.

[Dustyphoto]

Nice Video. I love 24mm so I have been scouring youtube for content on the focal length. Glad I came across this.

[joshuacalizo]

your videos are satisfying bro! keep up the goodwork! you will be famous one day! ill support u til that day comes!

[maurorivera]

Your color grading is beatufil! I'm thinking in buying a Sony A7C (maybe A7C II) instead of a Fuji X-T4/5