I'm not a professional video guy by any stretch of the imagination but I'm a music teacher and record exam videos for my students so my use case is, kind of, professional I guess. Double card slots is a must as there's no going back and redoing stuff. It's amazing how the A7IV remains a firm choice despite so many cameras coming out after it.
Your videos are comfort food for a gear head like myself. Super appreciate the content. We use the Sony a7 iv full time on our secondary stage. Experienced overheating on it for the first time recently. But it was shooting nonstop for an absurd amount of time. Have considered getting the FX3 to replace it but keep expecting Sony to release a follow up with how many cameras they put out a year lately.
good to know. Can you remember if it was on a tripod with the screen open? And approximately how long? Recording simultaneously to two card slots or just one? Inquiring minds want to know 🤣
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis tripod, lcd open, one card that was regular sd. I think it’s a 1tb SanDisk 200 MB/s card. The camera was shooting for about 4 hours maybe non stop in 1080p 16m. We switched it to 4K and within a minute or so it overheated and shut off.
Not a great cam for pro work - no. But I guess that's not the intended audience. Either casual users or pro users that want another camera to take with their reliable kit
I don't think that it's good enough for casual work either. They come so close to perfection with all these cameras but somehow, they purposefully choose to mess it up. Overheating is the biggest flaw of this camera. They could've added a fan but they didn't. -_-
As someone who has already preordered a ZV-E1, I've still watched this three times since you posted it. The overheating issue is scaring me with the ZV-E1, and I'm a hybrid shooter with an outdated full frame stills camera. So I'm very grateful for this methodical analysis of these cameras' specs.
glad it helped. The overheating certainly won't be an issue in stills. Probably just the 4k60 and 120 will be the only concern unless you're shooting long clips in the heat.
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis Thanks for the clarification. Unfortunately, I live in Texas and I was planning on shooting wildlife videos and nature b-roll outdoors.
I very rarely comment or subscribe, but I have been watching most of your videos, lenses, zv-e10, a7iv zoom vs crop, etc... and you give all the info very clean and detailed. Keep doing it, you do it fantastic ! Thank you bybye!
Thanks Mark. Your videos have helped me with getting my own RUclips channel off the ground. This video confirms what I suspected. When it comes time to pair my FX3 to a second camera, the A7IV is still the way to go. Cheers.
My a7iv is the first camera that feels like an extension of my body (get your mind out of the gutter). Selling my a7c for the ZV. I doubt overheating will be an issue as there’s no logic in shooting 4k 120 for more than 30 seconds….unless you want to be the first filmmaker that makes a feature film that’s 90 minutes of slow motion. You should do that actually, lol. We’d all watch it.
I think the A74 the easy choice to someone who does both video and photography. Sensor alone warrants. The new Sony is definitely more for beginner creators (albeit expensive, but much less than so than say FX3 and above) needing a video focused tool, with some great features for non pro video use. I quite like it for what it is. The review by DP review is one of the best…but you have to watch it before April 10th! Another great video Mark…you are a powerhouse of video production! My suggestion: a video using little Dougie vs ZVE1 Suspect the video quality almost exactly the same at a fraction of the price..maybe not in really low light, and suspect some of the new tools on the EV1 May be cool, but overall video quality the same (on social media platforms at least). Update: also thought CameraLabs review was great as well!
I disagree that the zv e10 would have similar image quality than the zv e1 with the a7siii sensor. I have both, I don’t pick up my zv e10 anymore unless I’m doing some kind of vlogging where I won’t need a specific shot.
The zv-e10 is great and punches above it's weight. You'll be able to get more out the full frae sensor and 10-bit - but Dougie will pair nicely - I'll be sure to do a few videos about it 🤣
@@Switchkyng check out That Icelandic Guy’s recent comparison video around the 5 minute mark. I actually preferred the clips from the ZV E10. That said, I know the new camera will perform well, it has decent IBIS, great low light performance and some new creative tools, but it is for RUclips for most folks so few can notice where and at 3x the cost of the 10.
A7iv is a better overall camera imo but I’m waiting to see what other cameras Sony will be dropping this year to add to my bag … good comparison and both camera are dope
Buy ZV-E1 and small fun fixing on the cam body. It’s easy, fast to put it on and off and you can shoot in heaviest setting forever without any heating issues
Thank You!!! Very clear and concise comparison that pretty much answered my questions and concerns. I am REALLY starting to hate SONY, why do they pull this crap?!? The ZV is ALMOST worth buying over the a7iv, but not? Sony is doing what all of the big brands do to us, offer a new camera that's slightly better in some specs, but lacking in other specs and features - but within their own brand?! I have been ready to buy a new body ($2-3k range)/lens/accessories since 2018, but this holding back crap has kept my money in my wallet - which I think says A LOT about the state of the mid-range market. It's like, "Hey guys I have $4-5k to spent, but I can't/won't because your companies want to keep playing the same games year after year!" UGGGGHHHH!!!
a lot of it is limitations of software, trade-offs between features, price, and portability- targeting different users, etc. I don’t think Sony is actively trying to hold back features, but not everything can be included in every camera for a myriad of reasons. I think the A7iv is the best Sony camera in the whole lineup - best value - fantastic camera for photo and video. If I could only have one Sony camera, the A7iv is it
The ZVE1 is objectively a better camera for video. For professional use they can both be unreliable due to overheating but the a74 has more “pro features” like dual slots & full hdmi. I still think if all you’re doing is RUclips videos, the ZVE1 is the better camera hands down
As much as I loved my A74 throughout the almost a year of ownership, it has now died on me while attempting to proceed a firmware update. I was offered a full refund and the new ZV-E1 sounded very entising... still does to a degree, however, your video made it pretty clear to me that I will just get the same camera replacement in spite of the admittedly, very nice new video features. Hopefully, no further issues with upcoming updates and perhaps some of these new features will trickle down to the previously released models such as the A74. Great video, very informative, thank you.
After being back and forth between Sony ZV-E1 and Sony α6700 for several weeks, I found that these two are not for me. After watching this video, I went for Sony α7 IV as it has video capability and also photo capability. It took me a single day to make a decision and went straight for it. Not even 24 hours in, I was already in love with Sony α7 IV despite only having 33MP (against 42MP on Sony α7R III), as the focus was snapped on and focusing a macro lens was also quicker.
I was just thinking imagine you do those long videos from an airplane that creators film the when flight the ZVE1 will stop after a few mnts. I just want to see what Sony will release next year. The A7IV is a great camera. Thx again for a great video. Facts and simplicity.
I have been making this comparison on paper so I’m glad you did this video, perfect! I was all in for the A7IV until you mentioned product review which is a big thing.. hmmm.. time to reconsider 🤨
I have the Fx6 and I am searching for a small b-cam 🎥 I don’t Film longer takes or weddings 😉 so I think the ZVE1 is the better option for me 😀 I can use my full frames lenses and have the technology from the A7sIII
Oh and the zve1 has a light to show it’s recording!!!! Hopefully they just hurry up and create an improved a7 with all these features and more - so both combined.
Zve1 is tempting but not for that price £2350 in UK. I am waiting for update to a6400 featuring all the good features like touchscreen, AF in clear image zoom. If they update zve10 with it I would already got it. I own canon M50 and I am used to good touchscreen. It was the only fault of zve10 for me. I record myself and it is so much easier to tap on the screen than to go around the camera to change the settings using buttons. I hope Sony will deliver some apsc camera this year, at reasonable price!
A7IV and FX30 do still seem to better general options but in certain situations the Big Dougie still has some application. Wouldn't it be nice if Sony decided that A7S III users or A1 users were important... Still have hopes for the APS-C photo/video camera that is the single missing camera from their lineup? Call it the A7000 or whichever? That would be very nice and could sway me to them even though we know about their AF fails if you're me
I think I’m too whimsy for A7IV. I avoid the bigger body for ZVE1 every time A7CII I think will be the right choice. I want an EVF and the 33 megapixels in a small body.
To me, the ZVE1 is about $400 too much. It seems ill-conceived as it is targeted at more entry level users but they will quickly want more control and less overheating. I think most people who care would have preferred a A7c-ii.
yeah - the a7cii will probably be a better fit for a lot of people. I thought the ZV-E1 should have been cheaper too. It'll be hard to recommend it over an A7Cii if that has most of the features except 4k120 - but I guess we'll see
Mark, as usual, you are right on target. Presenting the facts, looking at the pros and cons for what you are looking at and being realistic with expectations. I have a Sony A7IV as my main camera and I shoot some photos and videos (no professionally, just for myself). I have been thinking about another camera, primarily to focus on a bit more on video. Have considered the Sony ZV-E10 but APS-C, smaller battery, etc. ---- could be okay inside in the office studio, but I don't know that I would like it for travel. Then I saw the FX30, and thought that could be it, with picking up a few APS-C lenses (the only lens I have for A7IV is 24mm f1.4 GM with the 50mm f1.4 GM on order). Now this is released and full frame, all lenses I have and will get will work, but $2200???? I am an educational discount person so can get another Sony A7IV for $2248 or a Sony A7C (same size as the Sony ZV-E1) for $1618. For a second camera, though I would like "lighter" for travel, I don't know that I would get value over another Sony A7IV?!?!?!
I recently decided I wanted to upgrade from my Canon 90D used primarily for 4k to get some better low light usage and better image quality and the ZV-E1 is tempting. I like the prospect of hopefully 4k 120 and 1080P 240, I don't think I'll have much use for the AI capabilities so which there was an option without at a lower price point and I feel like if I'm at the price point of the ZV-E1 there are a bunch of other options that could serve me better. I picked the wrong time to want to upgrade 🤣
Excellent comparison video! Thanks Mark!! 😊 Lol - Noticed you're wearing your US hat with pronouncing the letter "Z". 😜 (Unlike Jordan and Chris that say "Zed"). [I'm a fellow Canadian. 🇨🇦]
I took some photos with Sony A7IV and the AZpSC lens Sony 70-350, and the 14 megapixels looked great the photos were brighter than with that lens on A6600. I couldn’t handle Sigma 150-600 for hiking and photographing birds. So heavy.
Man idk.. I have the A74 and it would feel like such a downgrade.. BUT.. as a B cam to have that 4k60 no crop and clear image zoom with autofocus does seem pretty attractive. 🤔🤔
I already went through the pain of spending more than 2k in a camera that overheated after less than one hour of shooting with the Canon R6. I still cannot understand why so many youtubers recommend this zv-e1. It really makes me wonder if I should even check youtube before buying any gear anymore.
You definitely have to take everything into consideration when buying a camera. A lot of the RUclipsrs are pointing out the overheating problems - but they are assuming that the people who want this camera will be shooting in shorter bursts. For reliability - you have to get something with a fan in it like the Panasonic s5ii or the FX30 / FX3. Although the A7SIII seems to be pretty rock solid
I wonder why the zv doesn't have a pixel shift/high res mode , that would be useful for people doing brightly lighted still-lifes/products/(slide reproductions) , I never really know if I can call that computational photography , isn't pixel shift stacking and stitching where computational is more AI ?
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis Oh yeah. More ambiguity just what I need!! If only I could try them out on my own. But those restocking fees aren’t pretty. Neither are the price of rentals.
I don’t really understand the zv-e1 I feel like it fills a need that wasn’t there. Is I want a small camera I’d get the little zv-e10 for a 1/3 the price. If I’m spending that kind of money I’d get the A7iv for a few hundred more and get a ton more camera.
When talking about overheating, does streaming video run cooler than actually recording? These are the two cameras I’m looking at getting. But I might need to look elsewhere if neither one of these can handle streaming for six hours or maybe even 10 hours. Sometimes I even do 24 hour streams. At 1080. But, we are talking indoors at 75° temperature
I'm looking for a decently priced camera that can shoot 4k120fps to capture underwater wildlife while diving (i'm hoping that a housing will be released aswell) . The thing that kind of bothers me is that this camera is marketed for vloggers. I am not a vlogger at all but this camera does a lot of great things that are technically right for underwater video. Sad part is, is that nobody is talking about that. Any thoughts? Is this camera capable for making professional underwater video's for youtube, but also to actually monetize my footage by offering it to divecenters?
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis yeah, the previous zv models did have an underwater housing released by Ikelite, so I'm hoping for that to happen too. The previous models were not very as popular as the a7 and a1 series though, because i can't seem to find any underwater footage from those previous zv models, so that is what kind of annoys me. Maybe those older models where not good enough for underwater videography. I'm hoping this one will get some recognition for divers like the a7s3 or fx3(0). I kind would like to see what a potential a7s4 would be capable of, but at this point we can only speculate and guess that it will be quite a lot more expensive.
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis still wondering about the overheating issue though. When i went to Bonaire with my gopro hero 10 in some cases it did actually shut down from overheating during the dive, which was terrible. I would never expect that a camera could overheat under water.
If only ZV-E1 had 24mpix and mechanical shutter I would stop searching for a perfect camera. Guess I will wait and see if A7C II will be good or if they will cripple it again. I just don't see myself bringing something as big as A7 IV for travel anymore.
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis You bet. Screen open - following all the recommended settings. Even tried using an external battery using a dummy-to-d-tap connection to a V-mount battery. Doesn't overheat unless using the wifi to iPad display function. Though it's not consistent. Sometimes it's gone as long as an hour, sometimes as low as 15 minutes - but it does overheat. But that's the only way I can get it to overheat.
I wish to buy a camera that can capture both video and photo, including those of sunrises, sunsets, zoom animals, indoor settings, food and street photos etc. Given that the ZV-E1 performs better in low light than the A7 IV, but ZV-E1 only got 12MP, would the ZV-E1's 12MP sensor result in less detailed and sharp video and photo? Please advice? (or I can purchase Sony FX-30, which has a better 26 MP). Thanks.
For me, the ZV-E1. I've had the A7iv. And it is a fantastic camera. But, the ZV-E1 has the same sensor as the FX3 and A7Siii. Which means the low light capability of the ZV-E1 surpasses the A7iv. Plus, the 12MP sensor of the ZV-E1 also has better rolling shutter. And the creative features of the ZV-E1 with the faux anamorphic framing and color presets can be fun. The single card slot isn't a big deal. I think the card quality itself is more important. I've never had issues with SanDisk Extreme, Sony Tough or ProGrade cards. Avoid Lexar is what I've always heard. Yes, the smaller HDMI port can be a hassle. But, you can get HDMI mounts that attach to most cages, which can help secure the cable. In the end, I think the price and the 12MP sensor and the other features do it for me.
Lol up to 12000 iso this camera is more noisy than a74 . How often you shoot at iso 12000? Modern full frame cameras are more than good enough for most low light shoots
Mark, I was just thinking. Sony is one firmware away from destroying the camera market. Can you imagine a FX6 with Dynamic Stabilizastion? it's the same sensor after all. Leading in autofocus, leading in lens availability, leading in Stabilization.. crazy thought
The should add everything they can - although people using the fx6 are probably using their own stabilization methods - this digital stab still has those little jitters and artifacts, especially if you don't up your shutter speed
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis I film weddings summer time and most of my weddings are outdoors. I had the A74 blinking high temp on me, what more the ZVE1. This camera shouldn’t have existed. Sony should have just either released an update for the A7SIII, FX3, A1 or perhaps but for some unknown reason, their engineers and marketing department thought that it would be a great idea to release a weird ZV camera. I might be wrong so lets see how this goes
I have A7IV and really want 120fps, was looking at FX3 because of the form factor but the lack of firmware updates stopped me from purchase. So, E1 is smaller and have all that I need (or want) so it may be a alternative? Never used a ZV line before so I don’t know, really like the FX3 and FX30s form factor. What do you guys think in the comments? 😊
Sir the country where im living we have temp goes like 40°C-45°C so how as a vlogger I can use this camera. I m just youtuber travel vlogger not a professional still i hve a doubt about this situations
The ZV-E1 looks sick but I'm disappointed It's overpriced for a ZV line camera even by your prediction and it's overpriced for a camera with no cooling capabilities so it shuts down in what was it 15-30 minutes?
the ZV-E10? It will be great for that with the 4k120 and general ease of use. It's just the overheating that remains a concern. We'll have too see how long it lasts - especially in warm climates
I already have the A7IV, and was tempted to sell it and get an A7RV, but after using it a bit decided my A7iv is pretty perfect. But I do want a second body for video, and I’m torn between getting a used fx3 for around $3k or getting a zve1 and an fx30. I have a lot of g master glass, i want that full frame 12mp sensor to put my glass to proper use. I’m mosty concerned with the zve1 over heating issues. I’d have an fx30 for long form video situations, like filming a podcast or various events I get into, like I unexpectedly filmed comics doing stand up at a club from a last minute call I got 3 weeks ago.
Buy ZV-E1 and small fun fixing on the cam body. It’s easy, fast to put it on and off and you can shoot in heaviest setting forever without any heating issues
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I wonder if time lapse would be useable in zve1 due to overheating.
Even though you mentioned already, I would still enjoy a video comparison of 4K and HD footage between the A7IV, ZV-E1, and ZV-E10. More video ideas for you 😂
i really want zve1 for video. but also want to take good pictures. does 12mp or 33 make a big difference just looking at it? also can zve1 do the 1.5 crop zoom thing while recording? like zoom in and out while recording.
What do you think is the reason for not doing 4K120 yet? I’m new to all of this stuff, but I wonder if they are basically using everyone as a test sample for overheating. And based on the feedback they get, they will determine what crop it does at 120
As a FX30 user I am glad the ZV-EV1 exists but it does not appeal to me because. 1) lens prices 2) XLR inputs/4 audio inputs 3) Full size HDMI 4) Dual Cards ( Slot 1: small expensive card for high frame rate aprox 1 Hour ; slot 2: 8hours of HD). It would be nice to have the dynamic stabe but, as Mark mentions you always use catalyst browse. 5) Riggin the FX30 is so much fun and addicting. These are my 2 cents
The Sony A7C uses the same sensor as the A7III and the ZV-E1 uses the same sensor as the A7SIII & FX3, but both come at a lower price and have the latest features than their predecessors! So...hopefully the A7CII carries the specifications below -33MP Full-Frame Exmor R BSI CMOS Sensor -BIONZ XR & AI Processing Unit -4K60p 10-bit 4:2:2 internal (full sensor), S-Log3/S-Cinetone -AI Based Real-Time Tracking AF System -759-Point, Fast Hybrid AF, Real-Time Eye AF -Focus Breathing Compensation -Focus Map -2.36m-Dot OLED EVF with 120fps refresh rate -3.0" 1.44m-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen LCD -Intuitive Touchscreen LCD -New Video Display Layout -up to 8-Stop 5-Axis SteadyShot Image Stabilization -15fps Mechanical Shutter Shooting with AF/AE Tracking, ISO 100-204.800 -Anti-Dust Shutter Mechanism -Creative Looks and Soft Skin Effect -Full-Size HDMI -Dual CFexpress Type-A/SD Card Slot -5GHz MIMO WiFi, Bluetooth, NFC Price $2349
Most RUclipsrs make money by buying the new cameras and making videos and tutorials about them. I wouldn't be buying all these cameras except that it helps the channel.
Better screen means higher resolution. Higher res screen means more power and less batttery life. Ever used Canon? Fuji? Crappy battery life? Yeah. NO we dont need highres screens unless they are more efficient.
Better screens doesn't mean crappy batter life. Yes it will use up more but not terrible. A7R series are not known for crappy batter life. Also to note, camera LCDs are way worse, even considered jurassic compared to modern day smartphones, which have excellent screens, which will be beneficial to composing/reviewing photos.
Finally someone makes this comparison! This fella knows where its at
Your videos show me how much I DON'T know about cameras, and I learn so much.
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I'm not a professional video guy by any stretch of the imagination but I'm a music teacher and record exam videos for my students so my use case is, kind of, professional I guess. Double card slots is a must as there's no going back and redoing stuff. It's amazing how the A7IV remains a firm choice despite so many cameras coming out after it.
Your videos are comfort food for a gear head like myself. Super appreciate the content. We use the Sony a7 iv full time on our secondary stage. Experienced overheating on it for the first time recently. But it was shooting nonstop for an absurd amount of time. Have considered getting the FX3 to replace it but keep expecting Sony to release a follow up with how many cameras they put out a year lately.
good to know. Can you remember if it was on a tripod with the screen open? And approximately how long? Recording simultaneously to two card slots or just one? Inquiring minds want to know 🤣
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis tripod, lcd open, one card that was regular sd. I think it’s a 1tb SanDisk 200 MB/s card. The camera was shooting for about 4 hours maybe non stop in 1080p 16m. We switched it to 4K and within a minute or so it overheated and shut off.
@@CinePals Thanks!!
Hands down A7iv for me (of the two), I cannot get over how much hype there is over the E1. Not for professional use
Not a great cam for pro work - no. But I guess that's not the intended audience. Either casual users or pro users that want another camera to take with their reliable kit
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis buying a lil'Dougie and enjoying the spare change to go travelling to use it would be a better option IMO 😊👍
Sony is a master of… great software features that seem really cool but not really practical and amazing RUclips influencer marketing.
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis you have to admit that AI is on another level.
I don't think that it's good enough for casual work either. They come so close to perfection with all these cameras but somehow, they purposefully choose to mess it up. Overheating is the biggest flaw of this camera. They could've added a fan but they didn't. -_-
As someone who has already preordered a ZV-E1, I've still watched this three times since you posted it. The overheating issue is scaring me with the ZV-E1, and I'm a hybrid shooter with an outdated full frame stills camera. So I'm very grateful for this methodical analysis of these cameras' specs.
glad it helped. The overheating certainly won't be an issue in stills. Probably just the 4k60 and 120 will be the only concern unless you're shooting long clips in the heat.
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis Thanks for the clarification. Unfortunately, I live in Texas and I was planning on shooting wildlife videos and nature b-roll outdoors.
@@uptown3636 that might be tough.
@@uptown3636 open battery door. Put shade above camera. Bring a fan. Live with it.
I very rarely comment or subscribe, but I have been watching most of your videos, lenses, zv-e10, a7iv zoom vs crop, etc... and you give all the info very clean and detailed. Keep doing it, you do it fantastic ! Thank you bybye!
Awesome, thank you!
Thanks Mark. Your videos have helped me with getting my own RUclips channel off the ground.
This video confirms what I suspected. When it comes time to pair my FX3 to a second camera, the A7IV is still the way to go. Cheers.
My a7iv is the first camera that feels like an extension of my body (get your mind out of the gutter). Selling my a7c for the ZV. I doubt overheating will be an issue as there’s no logic in shooting 4k 120 for more than 30 seconds….unless you want to be the first filmmaker that makes a feature film that’s 90 minutes of slow motion. You should do that actually, lol. We’d all watch it.
Yes - I think the ZV-E1 will fit in nicely for me. 90 mins of 120 coming up!!
Zv-e1 overheats in 4k 24fps...
@@markofadljevic1975 cool story bro!
I watch this video to support Mark's channel even though I've already purchased the ZV-E1.
you da best!!
I think the A74 the easy choice to someone who does both video and photography. Sensor alone warrants. The new Sony is definitely more for beginner creators (albeit expensive, but much less than so than say FX3 and above) needing a video focused tool, with some great features for non pro video use. I quite like it for what it is. The review by DP review is one of the best…but you have to watch it before April 10th! Another great video Mark…you are a powerhouse of video production! My suggestion: a video using little Dougie vs ZVE1 Suspect the video quality almost exactly the same at a fraction of the price..maybe not in really low light, and suspect some of the new tools on the EV1 May be cool, but overall video quality the same (on social media platforms at least). Update: also thought CameraLabs review was great as well!
I disagree that the zv e10 would have similar image quality than the zv e1 with the a7siii sensor. I have both, I don’t pick up my zv e10 anymore unless I’m doing some kind of vlogging where I won’t need a specific shot.
The zv-e10 is great and punches above it's weight. You'll be able to get more out the full frae sensor and 10-bit - but Dougie will pair nicely - I'll be sure to do a few videos about it 🤣
@@Switchkyng check out That Icelandic Guy’s recent comparison video around the 5 minute mark. I actually preferred the clips from the ZV E10. That said, I know the new camera will perform well, it has decent IBIS, great low light performance and some new creative tools, but it is for RUclips for most folks so few can notice where and at 3x the cost of the 10.
A7iv is a better overall camera imo but I’m waiting to see what other cameras Sony will be dropping this year to add to my bag … good comparison and both camera are dope
But can’t Sony just give us 4k 60p now in firmware for a74… like really now.
The rolling shutter likely would be too bad unless they lineskipped or pixel binned
sensor readout speed
Buy ZV-E1 and small fun fixing on the cam body. It’s easy, fast to put it on and off and you can shoot in heaviest setting forever without any heating issues
Thank You!!! Very clear and concise comparison that pretty much answered my questions and concerns.
I am REALLY starting to hate SONY, why do they pull this crap?!? The ZV is ALMOST worth buying over the a7iv, but not?
Sony is doing what all of the big brands do to us, offer a new camera that's slightly better in some specs, but lacking in other specs and features - but within their own brand?!
I have been ready to buy a new body ($2-3k range)/lens/accessories since 2018, but this holding back crap has kept my money in my wallet -
which I think says A LOT about the state of the mid-range market. It's like,
"Hey guys I have $4-5k to spent, but I can't/won't because your companies want to keep playing the same games year after year!" UGGGGHHHH!!!
a lot of it is limitations of software, trade-offs between features, price, and portability- targeting different users, etc. I don’t think Sony is actively trying to hold back features, but not everything can be included in every camera for a myriad of reasons. I think the A7iv is the best Sony camera in the whole lineup - best value - fantastic camera for photo and video. If I could only have one Sony camera, the A7iv is it
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis Is the rolling shutter on the a7iv as bad as some make it out to be?
@@Tricklarock no - it’s really fine. Unless your whipping the camera around at high speeds or maybe filming car races - you’ll never notice it.
The ZVE1 is objectively a better camera for video. For professional use they can both be unreliable due to overheating but the a74 has more “pro features” like dual slots & full hdmi.
I still think if all you’re doing is RUclips videos, the ZVE1 is the better camera hands down
As much as I loved my A74 throughout the almost a year of ownership, it has now died on me while attempting to proceed a firmware update. I was offered a full refund and the new ZV-E1 sounded very entising... still does to a degree, however, your video made it pretty clear to me that I will just get the same camera replacement in spite of the admittedly, very nice new video features. Hopefully, no further issues with upcoming updates and perhaps some of these new features will trickle down to the previously released models such as the A74. Great video, very informative, thank you.
that must have been such a pain in the butt - sorry to hear!!
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis it was indeed, but I still have faith in humanity. (:
After being back and forth between Sony ZV-E1 and Sony α6700 for several weeks, I found that these two are not for me. After watching this video, I went for Sony α7 IV as it has video capability and also photo capability. It took me a single day to make a decision and went straight for it. Not even 24 hours in, I was already in love with Sony α7 IV despite only having 33MP (against 42MP on Sony α7R III), as the focus was snapped on and focusing a macro lens was also quicker.
A7IV is my favourite camera
Great job on the video Mark! Thanks for making it.
Interested to see your comparison to the a7c
I was just thinking imagine you do those long videos from an airplane that creators film the when flight the ZVE1 will stop after a few mnts. I just want to see what Sony will release next year. The A7IV is a great camera. Thx again for a great video. Facts and simplicity.
I have been making this comparison on paper so I’m glad you did this video, perfect! I was all in for the A7IV until you mentioned product review which is a big thing.. hmmm.. time to reconsider 🤨
Returning my Harvey for an zv-e1! Hello 4k60 and extra features
Which is better for filming long weddings ? Z1 E1 or A7 IV?
A7 IV for sure.
I have the Fx6 and I am searching for a small b-cam 🎥 I don’t Film longer takes or weddings 😉 so I think the ZVE1 is the better option for me 😀 I can use my full frames lenses and have the technology from the A7sIII
sounds like a good fit!!
the video we are waiting for!
Oh and the zve1 has a light to show it’s recording!!!!
Hopefully they just hurry up and create an improved a7 with all these features and more - so both combined.
Zve1 is tempting but not for that price £2350 in UK. I am waiting for update to a6400 featuring all the good features like touchscreen, AF in clear image zoom. If they update zve10 with it I would already got it. I own canon M50 and I am used to good touchscreen. It was the only fault of zve10 for me. I record myself and it is so much easier to tap on the screen than to go around the camera to change the settings using buttons. I hope Sony will deliver some apsc camera this year, at reasonable price!
Another awesome camera comparison video. Thank you!
A7IV and FX30 do still seem to better general options but in certain situations the Big Dougie still has some application. Wouldn't it be nice if Sony decided that A7S III users or A1 users were important...
Still have hopes for the APS-C photo/video camera that is the single missing camera from their lineup? Call it the A7000 or whichever? That would be very nice and could sway me to them even though we know about their AF fails if you're me
I think I’m too whimsy for A7IV. I avoid the bigger body for ZVE1 every time A7CII I think will be the right choice. I want an EVF and the 33 megapixels in a small body.
Sony, Get this guy some gear to test!
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To me, the ZVE1 is about $400 too much. It seems ill-conceived as it is targeted at more entry level users but they will quickly want more control and less overheating. I think most people who care would have preferred a A7c-ii.
yeah - the a7cii will probably be a better fit for a lot of people. I thought the ZV-E1 should have been cheaper too. It'll be hard to recommend it over an A7Cii if that has most of the features except 4k120 - but I guess we'll see
Mark, as usual, you are right on target. Presenting the facts, looking at the pros and cons for what you are looking at and being realistic with expectations. I have a Sony A7IV as my main camera and I shoot some photos and videos (no professionally, just for myself). I have been thinking about another camera, primarily to focus on a bit more on video. Have considered the Sony ZV-E10 but APS-C, smaller battery, etc. ---- could be okay inside in the office studio, but I don't know that I would like it for travel. Then I saw the FX30, and thought that could be it, with picking up a few APS-C lenses (the only lens I have for A7IV is 24mm f1.4 GM with the 50mm f1.4 GM on order). Now this is released and full frame, all lenses I have and will get will work, but $2200???? I am an educational discount person so can get another Sony A7IV for $2248 or a Sony A7C (same size as the Sony ZV-E1) for $1618. For a second camera, though I would like "lighter" for travel, I don't know that I would get value over another Sony A7IV?!?!?!
if you don't use log footage or 4k120 - that A7C is still a great option
I recently decided I wanted to upgrade from my Canon 90D used primarily for 4k to get some better low light usage and better image quality and the ZV-E1 is tempting. I like the prospect of hopefully 4k 120 and 1080P 240, I don't think I'll have much use for the AI capabilities so which there was an option without at a lower price point and I feel like if I'm at the price point of the ZV-E1 there are a bunch of other options that could serve me better.
I picked the wrong time to want to upgrade 🤣
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Can you compare the zv e1 to lumix s5 mk ii
Yes, this. Please
Excellent comparison video! Thanks Mark!! 😊
Lol - Noticed you're wearing your US hat with pronouncing the letter "Z". 😜 (Unlike Jordan and Chris that say "Zed").
[I'm a fellow Canadian. 🇨🇦]
I just like that it rhymes in my alphabet - but I should fly the flag and say it like the rest of us 🤣
Love the ony kamera in your Thumbnail 👌😋 a new brand comes up
I took some photos with Sony A7IV and the AZpSC lens Sony 70-350, and the 14 megapixels looked great the photos were brighter than with that lens on A6600. I couldn’t handle Sigma 150-600 for hiking and photographing birds. So heavy.
Man idk.. I have the A74 and it would feel like such a downgrade.. BUT.. as a B cam to have that 4k60 no crop and clear image zoom with autofocus does seem pretty attractive. 🤔🤔
can't wait for your low-light test :)
I already went through the pain of spending more than 2k in a camera that overheated after less than one hour of shooting with the Canon R6.
I still cannot understand why so many youtubers recommend this zv-e1. It really makes me wonder if I should even check youtube before buying any gear anymore.
You definitely have to take everything into consideration when buying a camera. A lot of the RUclipsrs are pointing out the overheating problems - but they are assuming that the people who want this camera will be shooting in shorter bursts. For reliability - you have to get something with a fan in it like the Panasonic s5ii or the FX30 / FX3. Although the A7SIII seems to be pretty rock solid
I wonder why the zv doesn't have a pixel shift/high res mode , that would be useful for people doing brightly lighted still-lifes/products/(slide reproductions) , I never really know if I can call that computational photography , isn't pixel shift stacking and stitching where computational is more AI ?
Hello, what do you think, on which camera after A7iv is it worth switching (shooting a video) so that the difference in quality is noticeable?
I would not switch unless you really need 4k 120 or 4k60 un-cropped or the other features of the zv-e1. The a7iv image is equal to the zv-e1
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisisyou said 4k looks better on a7iv
But also I feel the a7siii looks better than a7iv so it leads me to think zv1 would look better than a7iv.
@@switchunboxing sharper - not necessarily better
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis Oh yeah. More ambiguity just what I need!! If only I could try them out on my own. But those restocking fees aren’t pretty. Neither are the price of rentals.
I don’t really understand the zv-e1 I feel like it fills a need that wasn’t there. Is I want a small camera I’d get the little zv-e10 for a 1/3 the price. If I’m spending that kind of money I’d get the A7iv for a few hundred more and get a ton more camera.
When talking about overheating, does streaming video run cooler than actually recording? These are the two cameras I’m looking at getting. But I might need to look elsewhere if neither one of these can handle streaming for six hours or maybe even 10 hours. Sometimes I even do 24 hour streams. At 1080. But, we are talking indoors at 75° temperature
I was waiting for this video!!!! 🥳🙌🏼
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I'm looking for a decently priced camera that can shoot 4k120fps to capture underwater wildlife while diving (i'm hoping that a housing will be released aswell) . The thing that kind of bothers me is that this camera is marketed for vloggers. I am not a vlogger at all but this camera does a lot of great things that are technically right for underwater video. Sad part is, is that nobody is talking about that. Any thoughts? Is this camera capable for making professional underwater video's for youtube, but also to actually monetize my footage by offering it to divecenters?
For sure - as long as you have an appropriate under water housing. Of course you’ll have to see how it does for overheating with the housing
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis yeah, the previous zv models did have an underwater housing released by Ikelite, so I'm hoping for that to happen too. The previous models were not very as popular as the a7 and a1 series though, because i can't seem to find any underwater footage from those previous zv models, so that is what kind of annoys me. Maybe those older models where not good enough for underwater videography. I'm hoping this one will get some recognition for divers like the a7s3 or fx3(0). I kind would like to see what a potential a7s4 would be capable of, but at this point we can only speculate and guess that it will be quite a lot more expensive.
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis still wondering about the overheating issue though. When i went to Bonaire with my gopro hero 10 in some cases it did actually shut down from overheating during the dive, which was terrible. I would never expect that a camera could overheat under water.
yeah - no air circulation makes it tough for the cameras
Iv been waiting for this one! I have the a74 so am hoping you will be soothing my anxious full frame soul 😂
Can't do any better than the a7iv for an overall camera
V good video, plz advice me best photo camera for wedding videography under 1500$, new or used one, plz reply.
Do you wants photos or just video?
If only ZV-E1 had 24mpix and mechanical shutter I would stop searching for a perfect camera. Guess I will wait and see if A7C II will be good or if they will cripple it again. I just don't see myself bringing something as big as A7 IV for travel anymore.
I dont think listuming the APSC lens compatibility should be counted, because then you buy a much chesper APSC camers.
a lot of people have multiple bodies - apsc and full frame - those people appreciate being able to use all of their lenses on all of their cameras
On the A7IV - I experience overheating only when also using the wifi function to send the video transmission to my iPad.
interesting, is the internal temp set to high and on a tripod with the screen open (for optimal heat management?)
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis You bet. Screen open - following all the recommended settings. Even tried using an external battery using a dummy-to-d-tap connection to a V-mount battery. Doesn't overheat unless using the wifi to iPad display function. Though it's not consistent. Sometimes it's gone as long as an hour, sometimes as low as 15 minutes - but it does overheat. But that's the only way I can get it to overheat.
using the wifi to iPad - noted!!
Bro what about r series? It is only for photo?
i have the a7iv and it's a really cool camera
Hi, I am curious why do you said zve1 has better 1080P?
the A7iv 1080 is soft. The 1080 from the a7siii sensor is much better
I wish to buy a camera that can capture both video and photo, including those of sunrises, sunsets, zoom animals, indoor settings, food and street photos etc.
Given that the ZV-E1 performs better in low light than the A7 IV, but ZV-E1 only got 12MP, would the ZV-E1's 12MP sensor result in less detailed and sharp video and photo?
Please advice? (or I can purchase Sony FX-30, which has a better 26 MP). Thanks.
get the a7iv for that. The a7iv is amazing in lowlight - and a much better photo camera
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis thank your suggestion
For me, the ZV-E1. I've had the A7iv. And it is a fantastic camera. But, the ZV-E1 has the same sensor as the FX3 and A7Siii. Which means the low light capability of the ZV-E1 surpasses the A7iv. Plus, the 12MP sensor of the ZV-E1 also has better rolling shutter. And the creative features of the ZV-E1 with the faux anamorphic framing and color presets can be fun.
The single card slot isn't a big deal. I think the card quality itself is more important. I've never had issues with SanDisk Extreme, Sony Tough or ProGrade cards. Avoid Lexar is what I've always heard. Yes, the smaller HDMI port can be a hassle. But, you can get HDMI mounts that attach to most cages, which can help secure the cable.
In the end, I think the price and the 12MP sensor and the other features do it for me.
Lol up to 12000 iso this camera is more noisy than a74 . How often you shoot at iso 12000? Modern full frame cameras are more than good enough for most low light shoots
Mark, I was just thinking. Sony is one firmware away from destroying the camera market. Can you imagine a FX6 with Dynamic Stabilizastion? it's the same sensor after all. Leading in autofocus, leading in lens availability, leading in Stabilization.. crazy thought
The should add everything they can - although people using the fx6 are probably using their own stabilization methods - this digital stab still has those little jitters and artifacts, especially if you don't up your shutter speed
Lots of guys are testing the ZVE1 and they are saying that overheating happens in 5-10 minutes with 4k 60p
definitely a concern - I'll see when I get it in here and especially in the summer months
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis I film weddings summer time and most of my weddings are outdoors. I had the A74 blinking high temp on me, what more the ZVE1. This camera shouldn’t have existed. Sony should have just either released an update for the A7SIII, FX3, A1 or perhaps but for some unknown reason, their engineers and marketing department thought that it would be a great idea to release a weird ZV camera. I might be wrong so lets see how this goes
Can't wait for a7c II or whatever they call it, it should be basically if zv-e1 and a7iv had a child
that will be exciting
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis Yeah I hope it actually happens :D
I have A7IV and really want 120fps, was looking at FX3 because of the form factor but the lack of firmware updates stopped me from purchase. So, E1 is smaller and have all that I need (or want) so it may be a alternative? Never used a ZV line before so I don’t know, really like the FX3 and FX30s form factor. What do you guys think in the comments? 😊
Sir the country where im living we have temp goes like 40°C-45°C so how as a vlogger I can use this camera. I m just youtuber travel vlogger not a professional still i hve a doubt about this situations
The ZV-E1 looks sick but I'm disappointed
It's overpriced for a ZV line camera even by your prediction and it's overpriced for a camera with no cooling capabilities so it shuts down in what was it 15-30 minutes?
Did you ever review ECM G1 mic? Want something small.
I have actually never tried it 😯
How do you feel about it's use for B-roll and travel/vacation vids?
the ZV-E10? It will be great for that with the 4k120 and general ease of use. It's just the overheating that remains a concern. We'll have too see how long it lasts - especially in warm climates
I already have the A7IV, and was tempted to sell it and get an A7RV, but after using it a bit decided my A7iv is pretty perfect. But I do want a second body for video, and I’m torn between getting a used fx3 for around $3k or getting a zve1 and an fx30. I have a lot of g master glass, i want that full frame 12mp sensor to put my glass to proper use. I’m mosty concerned with the zve1 over heating issues. I’d have an fx30 for long form video situations, like filming a podcast or various events I get into, like I unexpectedly filmed comics doing stand up at a club from a last minute call I got 3 weeks ago.
the fx3 sounds great for you
Buy ZV-E1 and small fun fixing on the cam body. It’s easy, fast to put it on and off and you can shoot in heaviest setting forever without any heating issues
I wonder if time lapse would be useable in zve1 due to overheating.
since it’s just taking photos - my guess it’s fine. but who knows🤣
A7rv & ZV-E1 for me...
nice
Even though you mentioned already, I would still enjoy a video comparison of 4K and HD footage between the A7IV, ZV-E1, and ZV-E10.
More video ideas for you 😂
i really want zve1 for video. but also want to take good pictures. does 12mp or 33 make a big difference just looking at it? also can zve1 do the 1.5 crop zoom thing while recording? like zoom in and out while recording.
Hoi Mark,Great,thank you❤❤❤
Now time for E1 vs A7c?
Of course!!
What do you think is the reason for not doing 4K120 yet? I’m new to all of this stuff, but I wonder if they are basically using everyone as a test sample for overheating. And based on the feedback they get, they will determine what crop it does at 120
Because it will overheat extremely quickly and they wanted to avoid reviews mentioning this is my guess. Guess only of course.
Overheat most definitely. It overheats on 4k 60. What do you expect at 120.
I would choose the zve1 over the a7iv as a b cam.
I think a lot of people want one as a b fan, for sure
Very helpful review, as always. Job well done. I don't even have any snarky comments this time... 😉
Well, then - it must be perfect 🤣
IF you want to take at least 1 photo ... than A7IV :D.
A second hand A7IV is a no brainer, offers so much more versatility. Miss your comedy man btw.
Thanks!! Slowly getting back into standup...slowly 🤣
I don't even have to watch this to know that the A7IV is the way to go
Still - you might as well watch it a few times 🤣
As a FX30 user I am glad the ZV-EV1 exists but it does not appeal to me because. 1) lens prices 2) XLR inputs/4 audio inputs 3) Full size HDMI 4) Dual Cards ( Slot 1: small expensive card for high frame rate aprox 1 Hour ; slot 2: 8hours of HD). It would be nice to have the dynamic stabe but, as Mark mentions you always use catalyst browse. 5) Riggin the FX30 is so much fun and addicting. These are my 2 cents
fx30 is a helluva camera
The Sony A7C uses the same sensor as the A7III and the ZV-E1 uses the same sensor as the A7SIII & FX3, but both come at a lower price and have the latest features than their predecessors! So...hopefully the A7CII carries the specifications below
-33MP Full-Frame Exmor R BSI CMOS Sensor
-BIONZ XR & AI Processing Unit
-4K60p 10-bit 4:2:2 internal (full sensor), S-Log3/S-Cinetone
-AI Based Real-Time Tracking AF System
-759-Point, Fast Hybrid AF, Real-Time Eye AF
-Focus Breathing Compensation
-Focus Map
-2.36m-Dot OLED EVF with 120fps refresh rate
-3.0" 1.44m-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen LCD
-Intuitive Touchscreen LCD
-New Video Display Layout
-up to 8-Stop 5-Axis SteadyShot Image Stabilization
-15fps Mechanical Shutter Shooting with AF/AE Tracking, ISO 100-204.800
-Anti-Dust Shutter Mechanism
-Creative Looks and Soft Skin Effect
-Full-Size HDMI
-Dual CFexpress Type-A/SD Card Slot
-5GHz MIMO WiFi, Bluetooth, NFC
Price $2349
that would be a buy for a lot of people
Hey this is sony! Cheaper cameras have LESS features not the same as more expensive cameras
You're doing your best without a demo model, those ungrateful sony reps!! Their loss :)
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Sony A7 R X is the best
A7iv🥇
it's a helluva camera
Dang man. Everyone just stays buying every new camera that comes out. Sheesh.
Most RUclipsrs make money by buying the new cameras and making videos and tutorials about them. I wouldn't be buying all these cameras except that it helps the channel.
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis makes sense. RUclips business must be booming then if you can recoup that $2k+ back before Sony releases another camera haha
I only shoot video and maybe a pic here and there so e1
My guy
Let's watch the imagination 😊
🎉🎉🎉🎉 a74
Better screen means higher resolution. Higher res screen means more power and less batttery life. Ever used Canon? Fuji? Crappy battery life? Yeah. NO we dont need highres screens unless they are more efficient.
fx30 has great battery life - same battery - 2.36 million dot screen - so it can be done
Better screens doesn't mean crappy batter life. Yes it will use up more but not terrible. A7R series are not known for crappy batter life. Also to note, camera LCDs are way worse, even considered jurassic compared to modern day smartphones, which have excellent screens, which will be beneficial to composing/reviewing photos.
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis Yeah. But you dont have a fat 4mio OLED evf at the same time ;-) But yeah guess for the E1 it was a way to save some $$$