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  • Опубликовано: 5 июл 2024
  • Review of the Sony a6700, a hybrid APS-C camera presenting a compelling value proposition. Discussing dynamic range, overheating, low light, etc.
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    Review of the Sony a6700, a hybrid APS-C camera presenting a compelling value proposition. Discussing dynamic range, overheating, low light, etc.
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    0:00 - Intro & Disclosure
    1:18 - Body & Ergonomics
    2:58 - Autofocus
    3:16 - Photo Improvements
    3:44 - Video Features
    4:06 - Dynamic Range
    4:40 - Rolling Shutter
    5:24 - Overheating & Battery Life
    6:57 - ISO Range
    7:45 - Other Features
    8:23 - Stabilization
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  • @geraldundone
    @geraldundone  11 месяцев назад +161

    Re: a6700 overheating. The results from different channels are all over the map. My copy did quite well comparatively, but if you're considering purchasing this camera, I'd err on the safe side and go with the 40-50 minute results just to be safe. I talked with Jordan from PetaPixel and we tested almost identically and I got nearly an hour longer than him. Not sure how to explain that. 🤷‍♂ I'll test a retail copy when I can and update you. 👍

    • @paul_london
      @paul_london 11 месяцев назад

      what other cameras would you recommend in this price range or cheaper?

    • @doodlebratboy
      @doodlebratboy 11 месяцев назад +1

      With non stop stills/photography in climate of at least 79-85F, do you think that would cause the 6700 to overheat? We pre-ordered this camera but now doubting if it's a bad idea with the overheating that could happen if we use this for photography in locations with warmer climate/travel. The other reviews don't even mention the possibility of it overheating

    • @jb_0029
      @jb_0029 11 месяцев назад +2

      I literally pre-purchased this camera after watching your review, then canceled after watching others - I wish this wasn't an issue because I would totally use this camera since it has a mechanical shutter - but for now I have to stick with the FX30

    • @catchlite5196
      @catchlite5196 11 месяцев назад +1

      I’ve played it till the end, but please stop playing with the straptriangle like it is a lady part… 😮😂

    • @andyocineoficial
      @andyocineoficial 11 месяцев назад

      Hey Gerald, I was wondering if you could help me out with this choice..I own a Fuji X-T5 and I love it but this new Sony A6700 looks really good to me, maybe even the rumored A7CII. But which one would be the smartest option? I mostly do cinematography and some photography. I know I also have to think about lenses, accesories, ect..Let me know if you have any tips! thanks!

  • @PatrickChondon
    @PatrickChondon 11 месяцев назад +614

    I'm sorry .. that was simply the most random yet awesome surprise intro of any video, I have ever seen. Tom Green is a legend to put in mildly.

    • @GrandGeneralKukov
      @GrandGeneralKukov 11 месяцев назад +11

      Agreed! This is hilarious and kind of amazing.

    • @MHarvey-tp5km
      @MHarvey-tp5km 11 месяцев назад +7

      That was awesome.

    • @saintmanuel
      @saintmanuel 11 месяцев назад +6

      But unfortunately no "my bum is on the table"

    • @atom-qr2oc
      @atom-qr2oc 11 месяцев назад +5

      Speaking of random, the outro is gold

    • @lukecarter9005
      @lukecarter9005 11 месяцев назад +1

      AGREED!!! hahaha

  • @wesleychapman9001
    @wesleychapman9001 11 месяцев назад +55

    Would love to see a head-to-head comparison of this vs the new Fuji X-S20!!

  • @KarosElite
    @KarosElite 10 месяцев назад

    Watched the last few more recent uploads. Going back now to binge. The vibes are uniquely incredible here.

  • @darylawaita
    @darylawaita 11 месяцев назад +10

    Thanks for being possibly the only reviewer who tests dynamic range. Another great review.💯💯💯

  • @floatingrabbit3556
    @floatingrabbit3556 11 месяцев назад +23

    Still rocking the Sony 6300 to this day I remember nreally splurging on the 6600 when it launched BUT this, this is what ai had been waiting for. 10 bit color is all that sold me in this camera. Finally I can grade my Air2s and ground camera footage without much hassle.

  • @thidnascimento
    @thidnascimento 11 месяцев назад

    You are always the first video for me when its a new camera day! Fantastic camera!

  • @djoaniel
    @djoaniel 11 месяцев назад

    Good call out on Dynamic Active Stabilization, and 120fps 4k. Thanks, Gerald! Love the intro!

  • @flochfitness
    @flochfitness 11 месяцев назад +100

    Whelp, wasn’t expecting Tom Green to do a Gerald Undone intro, but here we are…😂😂😂

    • @TooMessyTea
      @TooMessyTea 11 месяцев назад +5

      That was awesome!

    • @Curtis-Randall
      @Curtis-Randall 11 месяцев назад

      Yea it was 😂

    • @riparianstudios
      @riparianstudios 11 месяцев назад +1

      HOLY SH**! 😂😂😂

    • @gbwalther3198
      @gbwalther3198 11 месяцев назад

      Don't worry Tom Cruise will be sporting one next time, actually three in the next Impossible camera missions! 😎😎

  • @blaizze
    @blaizze 11 месяцев назад +10

    I love the rangefinder style body, because it makes it so small and nothing stick out. It is just great for traveling and also when you want to put it on a smaller gimbal.

  • @jehudale2349
    @jehudale2349 11 месяцев назад +1

    The intro made my day :D Thanks for the video, Gerald.

  • @saltymammals
    @saltymammals 10 месяцев назад

    Just came across your channel. I live how thorough you are with your reviews and explanations. Keep up the good work!

  • @travissmarion
    @travissmarion 11 месяцев назад +50

    I'm SO GLAD I just sold my 6+ year old Sony A6500 a couple weeks ago. I would have lost another couple hundred of dollars now that this monster has been released. As always great video sir!

    • @erum.m
      @erum.m 11 месяцев назад

      May I ask how much did you sell it for?

    • @travissmarion
      @travissmarion 11 месяцев назад +1

      @@erum.m I sold it at KEH for I think $450 or so in excellent plus condition. I upgraded to the Sony A7IV about 5 months ago, and had been using that Sony A6500 for over 6½ years or so.

    • @lights_camera_coffee
      @lights_camera_coffee 11 месяцев назад +2

      @@travissmarionI still have one I’m using for real estate work. Should have sold it already! 😮

  • @MarkBennettCameraCrisis
    @MarkBennettCameraCrisis 11 месяцев назад +26

    I'm gonna watch this first - and then I'll watch the other 100 reviews.

    • @SaxSpy
      @SaxSpy 11 месяцев назад +4

      the proper way

    • @Ra-Hul-K
      @Ra-Hul-K 5 месяцев назад +1

      first i'll watch the best.. then i'll watch the rest 😄

  • @bala1000mina
    @bala1000mina Месяц назад

    Helpful and informative as always! Thank you Gerald! Good luck on your photography journey!

  • @MarkusFinholt
    @MarkusFinholt 11 месяцев назад +121

    This is what vloggers have been waiting for for years. Not the ev1. And the people who loved the a6000-series will be happy with the 10 bit 4:2:2, which was the weakest point of the camera. Definitely a winner.

    • @bondgabebond4907
      @bondgabebond4907 11 месяцев назад +11

      At 1:47, that scroll wheel on the front of the grip sold it. Need no more information, well, I won't go that far. I love my a6600, was thinking of the ZV-E1, but the lack of EVF was a turn-off as I am more a still shooter, not the next George Lucas.

    • @ramimxss
      @ramimxss 11 месяцев назад +2

      do people even vlog anymore? lmao

    • @flat-out
      @flat-out 11 месяцев назад +1

      The original A6000 wasn't weak for me when I had it in 2015 to 2018. It was my pro gear for paid and volunteer jobs it was fantastic.
      It's just another tool for jobs, it's what you do with tools you have and skills you know.

    • @MarkusFinholt
      @MarkusFinholt 11 месяцев назад +4

      @@flat-out A camera limited to 100mbps 8bit 420 will be limited to very low budget and low paying jobs. You can't use it professionally with confidence. This version is at least viable for professional use.

    • @MarkusFinholt
      @MarkusFinholt 11 месяцев назад +2

      and also the 4k 25p was the only useable option, since the 1080p was the worst hd i have ever seen in a videocamera in the last 10 years.

  • @RuXsel
    @RuXsel 11 месяцев назад +5

    Always the first guy i go to when new cams come out👊

  • @guillaumejuncar
    @guillaumejuncar 11 месяцев назад +11

    I was with the a6300 since a long time. Was almost ready to get the fx30 but the lack of specs for photography was bothering me ... Now we have almost everything I keed akd want with the a6700. Even if for vidéography the fx30 still a beast 😱

  • @johndc7446
    @johndc7446 11 месяцев назад +14

    Sony's recent camera designs have been very good. They look and handle like a tactical tool. The designs are very low profile and stealthy. I think the the black colored lens mounts are great.

  • @HussOnTheBeat
    @HussOnTheBeat 11 месяцев назад +1

    Tom I met you in Dallas working at the Improv before covid, I helped with your vinyls and we talked about Juice WRLD.
    Good to see you pop up in random places on your filmmaking journey.

  • @LividLionTV
    @LividLionTV 11 месяцев назад +3

    This body will become my main travel shooting camera. I have a ZV E10 and ZV 1 (OG) already but I miss having the view finder for doing on the go photography while filming. This is an absolute must pick up for me.

  • @Levy.AlecPhotography
    @Levy.AlecPhotography 11 месяцев назад +3

    The fact that it has an articulated screes and some a7r5 features I'm sooo tempted to upgrade from my a6600, I had a sony a7r5 for a couple of weeks and I loved it but dont want to switch to FF as I have to sell al my apsc lenses and FF glass its expensive. Now this camera came out❤

  • @ruechel
    @ruechel 11 месяцев назад

    Thanks for this great video. Best camera reviews on RUclips.

  • @visceralpsyche
    @visceralpsyche 11 месяцев назад +1

    Tom Green intro and a funky outro, with a great camera review to boot! You're outdoing yourself man!! :D

  • @Aaditya1ad
    @Aaditya1ad 11 месяцев назад +6

    Hi Gerald, Great review as always. Have you done xyla 21 for xtrans 4? I believe not. And are you planning on reviewing x-s20? I would also like understand ISO scale differences between brand if you think that’s something worth covering someday.

  • @joalmaor
    @joalmaor 11 месяцев назад +6

    Well, very impressive camera. I currently own 2 a6000s so, the lack of joystick won't be a problem for me. I'm going to enjoy the massive improvement of that video specs.

  • @TheVoiceofReason4ya
    @TheVoiceofReason4ya 11 месяцев назад +1

    The best as always. Thanks Gerald.

  • @BespokeFotografie
    @BespokeFotografie 11 месяцев назад +1

    This is why when new products are released your vids are the only ones I watch.
    I give them 5/5 Jangly Triangles as well!😂

  • @antiseth3964
    @antiseth3964 11 месяцев назад +19

    That looks like a mighty fine improvement over the A6300s that I started working with. Those things were known to overheat quickly shooting 4k24p. It was so annoying. I’m honestly surprised that they came out with the FX30 before this guy, but I’m glad it exists to provide a workhorse option for video shooters.

    • @andrewtregoning
      @andrewtregoning 11 месяцев назад +3

      the a6300 is an incredible camera, but yeah it overheats! and the low light performance isn't great. but its also like, $300! i'd be interested in seeing overheating and low light tests on this thing...

    • @alextsagaru
      @alextsagaru 9 месяцев назад

      You think fx30 better than 6700?

    • @dronetheworld4k67
      @dronetheworld4k67 4 месяца назад

      With the original sony kit lens:-
      Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Lens (Black)
      Sony E 55-210mm f/4.5-6.3 OSS Lens
      How good are those lens for low light ?
      Ofc am coming from a 1" sensor camera at 2.8 apt which kinda sux at low light...
      Will i see big improvement ?

    • @antiseth3964
      @antiseth3964 4 месяца назад

      @@dronetheworld4k67 Both lenses may have a harder time with lower light environments, but Sony cameras are pretty good with noise in general.

    • @dronetheworld4k67
      @dronetheworld4k67 4 месяца назад

      @@antiseth3964 those lenses, but my concern was shooting for basketball games indoors well let and soccer matches with decent lighting at night, u think those lenses are good enough professionally shooting or no way around it I gotta invest in better ones ? Tha k you...

  • @rsmith02
    @rsmith02 11 месяцев назад +8

    I'll be getting one, thanks to Tom Green. Okay because I'm an a6600 owner and this solves multiple issues, chiefly rolling shutter, lack of 10 bit video and uncompressed raw photos.

  • @Curtis-Randall
    @Curtis-Randall 11 месяцев назад

    Brilliant video Gerald! Cheers

  • @LuisFernandoImperator
    @LuisFernandoImperator 11 месяцев назад

    Baby Undone has grown so much. Congrats on that family!

  • @nicolasthonnerieux
    @nicolasthonnerieux 11 месяцев назад +45

    i would really loved if you compared the dynamic range of the a6700 with the a6600

    • @johndc7446
      @johndc7446 11 месяцев назад +4

      If youre asking mainly about the video dynamic range then theres no question the a6700 is better, considering it has 10bit 4:2:2 compared to a6600 only having 8bit. You can now properly make use of the SLog3 picture profile and get a better dynamic range.
      When it comes to photos I think they would probably be the same with the a6600 but a6700 would slightly be better because it using a newer and better sensor with 2MP more.

    • @rsmith02
      @rsmith02 11 месяцев назад

      Likely a pre-production model so wait for more detailed tests by DpReview, CineD, etc.

    • @nicolasthonnerieux
      @nicolasthonnerieux 11 месяцев назад +1

      @@johndc7446 yes it's certain than a 10bit slog3 codec will give you better result than the 8bit slog2.
      but i would a loved to see "how much" is it better. to see if it's really worth the upgrade :)
      how many stops of DR are we talkin about, how many stops of lattitude under/over, etc.

  •  11 месяцев назад +159

    It might offer the best value compared to the FX30, but I hope they won't drop the firmware support as quickly as the A7Siii!

    • @garfieldirwin
      @garfieldirwin 11 месяцев назад +55

      Best way to keep up with the best Sony technology is to stick to their cheapest cameras.

    • @BenPatrik
      @BenPatrik 11 месяцев назад +12

      Plenty about the FX30 that’s superior still, like internal fan, dual card slots and full size HDMI out to name just a few. The FX30 is a workhorse, this camera simply is not.

    • @garfieldirwin
      @garfieldirwin 11 месяцев назад +19

      @@BenPatrik True, but the FX30 is not really a hybrid either.

    • @tor2919
      @tor2919 11 месяцев назад +1

      For video the FX30 is much better. Tally lights, full metal body, ergos, audio and cooling system.

    • @JensMowatt
      @JensMowatt 11 месяцев назад +22

      The fact that a $1400 camera in their lineup has breathing compensation but a $5000 camera doesn’t is inane. They can no longer claim it’s because of the Cinema Line/Alpha Line divide either, since this is a photo-first camera.

  • @DBYouTubeHandle
    @DBYouTubeHandle 11 месяцев назад

    Technical, lots to learn! 🤓 Great video.

  • @danbrockettDOP
    @danbrockettDOP 11 месяцев назад +1

    First Tom hangin' with the Trailer Park Boys repeatedly, now with you?!? That's so cool! Major points Gerald.

  • @Chhuoey
    @Chhuoey 11 месяцев назад +6

    I’ve been waiting so long for a hybrid aps-c, this was always gonna be my next camera once it came out unless fuji tempted me enough

    • @Chhuoey
      @Chhuoey 6 месяцев назад +1

      I bought a fujifilm xs-20 a month ago for $1050 and a Tamron 17-70mm for $540. Photographed a wedding and photographed and filmed a colorado trip and it was great, but I just bought an A6700 on since I'm more comfortable on the Sony system

  • @footsy420
    @footsy420 11 месяцев назад +7

    i trust your reviews more than anyone else. Sony is so cool for putting premium tech in pretty much any new body they design. The a6700 is reminiscent of the a6400 release whith a big leap in the chipset and af tech.

    • @footsy420
      @footsy420 9 месяцев назад +1

      This is reminiscent of the a6400 release both coming out after an a7 release with much better tech. For me the real time tracking released in the a6400 was a giant leap that made sports and wildlife shooting way easier.

  • @orphanuprising
    @orphanuprising 11 месяцев назад

    You have no idea how much joy it brings to my life to see tom green on your channel.

  • @telhinhas
    @telhinhas 11 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you for the review. It only "lacked" a direct comparison with the a6600 for photography centric users.

  • @judyjackson7321
    @judyjackson7321 11 месяцев назад +4

    One feature that I like on the A7IV is the shutter closing when switched off to change lenses
    In practice I've found it really does help to keep the sensor clean.
    Does the A6700 have this option? I'm having trouble finding any reference to the feature.

  • @Mo.Jo.
    @Mo.Jo. 11 месяцев назад +3

    I really hope they incorporate similar upgrades to the A7cII - i can not wait to grab that when it comes out. I've been on APS-C for years and I'm finally ready to get my first compact full frame.

    • @richbottarini86
      @richbottarini86 10 месяцев назад +1

      If reports are correct, the 7cii is going to be far more expensive than the 6700 and might be more than the 7iv, which is crazy. All bets are off if Sony his price blunder

  • @DrDuu
    @DrDuu 11 месяцев назад

    Thanks for your review. I ordered the A6700 finally. 7 years with A6300 are more than enough.

  • @andrewjmarks5343
    @andrewjmarks5343 11 месяцев назад

    TOM! What a fantastic treat!

  • @Xero_Wolf
    @Xero_Wolf 11 месяцев назад +3

    This IS the camera I've been waiting for!

  • @martibartolome9472
    @martibartolome9472 8 месяцев назад +5

    Hi Gerald, great review as usual, would you be doing a Fuji X-S20 review anytime soon? How do you think does it compare to this sony a6700?

  • @ArexLi
    @ArexLi 11 месяцев назад +2

    Practically speaking, A7 IV shoots 4.6K oversampled APS-C video with a faster 13ms readout. As far as APS-C/S35 video shooting is concerned, both A7 IV and A6700 can be the option. It's a matter whether you want Micro 4/3 like 4K/120 or full frame option with some obvious rolling shutter issue.

  • @AllThingsFilm1
    @AllThingsFilm1 11 месяцев назад

    Great video of a pretty impressive camera for the price point. Polished off with a wonderful vortex swirly animation at the end.

  • @danielsay9842
    @danielsay9842 11 месяцев назад +9

    It’s wild that a £2000 camera is considered a budget friendly option.

    • @baqcasanke
      @baqcasanke 9 месяцев назад +1

      Right i looked up the price and was shocked this was being considered a budget camera

    • @AndiGomez-yu2dx
      @AndiGomez-yu2dx 7 месяцев назад +1

      I agree the price is absolutely shocking! this camera should be priced around the 1,300 USD mark

  • @natepotter6911
    @natepotter6911 11 месяцев назад +11

    Just put a couple small rubber o-rings around the jangly triangles. They will pinch against the mounts and keep them from jangling. Does make them stick out sideways, but they remain flexible, so not an issue. I do it with all my Sonys.

    • @chosenideahandle
      @chosenideahandle 11 месяцев назад

      Same here. Good move.

    • @gbwalther3198
      @gbwalther3198 11 месяцев назад +1

      Bubble Gum & Glue, Oh yeah, get some piano wire while u are it too, Sony likes DYI Guys & Gals: Set the Heat to High, Open the Flip Screen-way out. Oh yes, keep the battery door open-Great to Lose Batteries & Help Sony's competition with Tesla Lithium-Save the Planet Policies. One more caveat: Keep the SD Card Slot Open Too. U can buy more cheap Tough Cards if they all fall out, but don't worry, your cam will stay somewhat cooler. Yeah, great Design Tech Sony Boys. We should all rush out and get at least three of these. One for right hand shooting, One for left hand shooting & a Spare in the Backpack! 😎😎

    • @sambrumley_productions
      @sambrumley_productions 11 месяцев назад

      I just prefer to remove the jangly triangles. You can do that in a similar manner to removing a key ring, and you can put them back on when it comes time to trade-in/sell the camera

    • @natepotter6911
      @natepotter6911 11 месяцев назад

      @@sambrumley_productions I use a camera strap occasionally, so I leave them on

    • @F1REBEARD
      @F1REBEARD 11 месяцев назад +2

      Remove them and use peak design straps. Use them my self, a lot of accessories to them and removes the noise completely

  • @automat8
    @automat8 11 месяцев назад

    Always great G. Thanks!

  • @mortenbolarsen
    @mortenbolarsen 10 месяцев назад

    Your videos are truly artistic pieces - thank you so much. They're a real blessing and offer huge educational value. I've been searching extensively, but I can't seem to find any answers on whether it's possible to customize which functions you want to have in the touch function icons menu, similar to the FN menu that appears when you swipe left or right.

    • @mortenbolarsen
      @mortenbolarsen 10 месяцев назад

      @MarkBennettCameraCrisis replied : Unfortunately you cannot customize the swipe screen icons. They are set

  • @LoverOfTech
    @LoverOfTech 11 месяцев назад +6

    Long live Sony APS-C finally

  • @DigiDriftZone
    @DigiDriftZone 11 месяцев назад +14

    How does it compare to the X-S20? - 6.2k open gate, 7 stops IBIS (2 more than Sony), 4k60 webcam for external recording and power with 1 cable (no drivers needed), 10bit 4:2:2 360mbit (vs 100mbit on the Sony), raw video external recording, 13+ stops dynamic range, there's a lot to like! EDIT: Also nicer screen, joystick, 30fps stills, fuji colours, better app, cheaper.

    • @johansphoto
      @johansphoto 11 месяцев назад +5

      Not to mention that the X-S20 has much better screen resolution, a joystick, can shoot 30fps stills (20 with unlimited jpegs), fuji colors, better app, and $550 cheaper where I live. The Sony wins on weather sealing, 4k 120p, slightly better viewfinder magnification, native iso and probably better af, but X-S20 is definitely better value where I live, and neither are pro level when it comes to the hardware.

    • @mex5341
      @mex5341 11 месяцев назад +1

      @@johansphotothere is only 100$ price difference. Not so much right

    • @spritual_enlightenment
      @spritual_enlightenment 11 месяцев назад

      X-S20 is a really good package overall, but I still prefer AF of Sony than Fujifilm.

    • @DigiDriftZone
      @DigiDriftZone 11 месяцев назад +2

      @@johansphoto The 120fps 4K on the Sony is lower quality and with a 1.63x crop, it would be interesting to see side by side vs 1080p to see how good the 4K 120fps really is. But I would take 6.2k open gate and extra 2 stops of IBIS any day over 120fps 4K and just upscale my 240fps 1080p. No more explaining to my girlfriend why I refuse to film video in portrait now that I can crop the open gate footage for either landscape or her "instagram stories" 😂 - I'm sure the Sony AF is much better, but hoping Fuji's improvements make it "good enough".
      It is a close call though, both are great cameras. Fuji do tend to support their cameras much better though, my old X-T3 got the latest XApp where flagship A7S III cameras aren't receiving basic functionality that Sony added to their entry level cameras, shameful!

    • @maggiem1323
      @maggiem1323 10 месяцев назад

      I don't think that comparison is going to happen since it's Sony. Even the S5II or X beats this Sony but it seems Sony has more clout.

  • @joebyvictor2619
    @joebyvictor2619 11 месяцев назад +1

    FINALLY! This is exciting to me! I’m a hybrid shooter with focus more on video. Currently own a7s3 which I use professionally and love, but it’s not the most compact or easy for travel vlogging due to weight. Also have a ZV1 which I honestly detest and never use (menu, battery life, no viewfinder, annoyingly not wide enough).
    Before these two I bought a Fuji XT4 which I adore for photography, but stabilisation and focus just don’t cut it for video especially travel vlogging. So basically I have 2 cameras I love using one amazing for video and one amazing for photography. I didn’t really want to invest in more Fuji glass just for photography and also because I was hoping Sony would bring something out that gave me the higher video frame rates at 4K, a decent sensor, a viewfinder, AND a smaller body. The a6700 is literally what I’ve been waiting for. I’ll probably sell my XT4 & ZV1 and buy the a6700 with the new APSC 10-20mm PZ and also use my existing 35mm glass with the 1.5 crop (16-35 Zeiss, 24-105G). I know the a7c2 is coming, but it will be more expensive, heavier and likely top out at 60fps which for me isn’t enough as I do shoot a lot of B-roll at 100/120.
    I hadn’t seen much about the mic but in this test it sounded pretty good, so for indoor quiet settings I think it would be enough for me. I have the Sony B1M if I need it. Outside or for my pro work.
    VERY excited about breathing comp and focus heat maps which I’m still a bit miffed Sony didn’t bring to the a7s3 (whatever over it now lost hope!).
    Will still use my a7s3 for much of my pro work and studio based stuff. a6700 will be an opportunity to really really enjoy travel again and not take a ton of kit everywhere. I cannot wait!
    Thanks Gerald - great review as always.

  • @lfisher8154
    @lfisher8154 11 месяцев назад +2

    Helpful as always. I have a couple of tripod mounted A6400s that I am using to livestream (1080p/30fps) to live stream 2 church services that last about 4 continuous hours total. They work fine with no overheating. I would like to add a 3rd camera for an additional angle and wanted your thoughts on another 6400 or upgrading to either the 6700 or FX30. Note - cameras are connected to a Blackmagic Television Studio HD via HDMI..

  • @JensMowatt
    @JensMowatt 11 месяцев назад +226

    The fact that this camera has breathing compensation and the a7 SIII still doesn't is yet another slap in the face from Sony. Let's not forget that they're pushing new cameras into consumer's hands without investing in the longevity of their older "flagship" cameras. The more new cameras that come out with features the a7 SIII should have, the more I feel forgotten and disrespected by Sony.

    • @Pfagnan
      @Pfagnan 11 месяцев назад +6

      TOTALLY !!!!!! 😡

    • @ZeroFilmClips
      @ZeroFilmClips 11 месяцев назад +51

      Of course Sony aren't interested in the longevity of your camera. Sony are in this business to make money. They won't do that by making the camera you've already bought significantly better than it was when you bought it. It's not a slap in the face. It's a business model.

    • @digwillhachi
      @digwillhachi 11 месяцев назад +9

      one of the reasons i sold my sonys.

    • @mzartFilms
      @mzartFilms 11 месяцев назад +2

      Agreed!!!

    • @JensMowatt
      @JensMowatt 11 месяцев назад +12

      @@ZeroFilmClips Not necessarily. We’re more likely to buy into the Sony ecosystem if we know our cameras will last. And you’re discounting lens sales. I haven’t bought the Sony 20mm G because my a7 SIII doesn’t have breathing comp.
      If they added breathing comp to all of their more expensive flagship cameras those prosumers would spend more on glass. That would be a business decision that benefits the company.
      But instead they insist on annoying their consumer-base and making them feel like their cameras have been forgotten.

  • @vijhaib
    @vijhaib 11 месяцев назад +9

    Great video ❤ However, I miss the rant about firmware updates for the a7siii and a1 😭

    • @AlexanderHaibel
      @AlexanderHaibel 11 месяцев назад +2

      i was looking for it too!

    • @mirrorlessny
      @mirrorlessny 11 месяцев назад +2

      @AlexanderHaibel maybe he got word it's on the way 🙏

  • @frankfountain7680
    @frankfountain7680 11 месяцев назад

    Another fantastic review, Gerald! Thank you.
    Have you reviewed the new Sony 70-200 F4 Macro?

  • @JeremyKruis
    @JeremyKruis 11 месяцев назад

    Finally. Been waiting for the this camera

  • @JonnyHavens
    @JonnyHavens 11 месяцев назад +4

    For the overheating test, did you test with the camera in direct sunlight? I've found that matters just as much as ambient temperature.

    • @gbwalther3198
      @gbwalther3198 11 месяцев назад +1

      wSolar Power My Boy, U Got It! Sony just heard u! Solar Power, Heat that Cam Up, Give it a Good Sun Tan! If you're a good DYI Fan Boy or Fan Gal, they have a full Bag of Tricks for U when u decide to Go Solar Power Test: Set the Cam Heat to High, Open the flip out screen---all the way out, open the battery door (so the lithium batteries can fall out & compete with Tesla's Plan to Save Planet Earth). Oh yeah, keep the SD Card Trap Door Open (so u can purchase many more cheap Sony Tough Cards & they can leave a trail as to where u were when you were shooting in the Alaskan wilderness & got lost for good).
      Solar Power, Solar Test, Forget Ambient Power, Let's Go Solar Power! We have 24 Hours of Sunlight now in the Arctic, Perfect Time to do That Solar Safari! 😎😎

  • @ChaseTheSummit
    @ChaseTheSummit 11 месяцев назад +4

    I'm here for the @TomGreen Cameo

  • @StreetsOfVancouverChannel
    @StreetsOfVancouverChannel 11 месяцев назад +1

    **FANTASTIC!** Peace to you and your fam, Gerald...

  • @weedanwine
    @weedanwine 11 месяцев назад +2

    10:57 this is absolutely my favourite thing to do, remember to say 'welcome to the cinema' when a colleague comments on it

  • @reelycharged
    @reelycharged 11 месяцев назад +35

    I ordered the FX30 last night and was set into a state of panic after seeing the title of this. Thank god it has actually reconfirmed the FX30 was the right choice 😥

    • @BenPatrik
      @BenPatrik 11 месяцев назад +9

      Same 😂 I’ve only had my FX30 a couple weeks. But no way in hell I would pay more just for AI when I would be losing dual cards, internal fan and HDMI out

    • @wagnercs
      @wagnercs 11 месяцев назад +3

      @@BenPatrik Indeed. Also considered the a6700 until I learned about the overheating. FX30 / FX3 are the way to go. Or the A7S3.

    • @tor2919
      @tor2919 11 месяцев назад +3

      If you work with documentaries/ reportage the tally lights of the FX30 are invaluable. Believe me you made the right choice if your main thing is video.

    • @bearonionlol
      @bearonionlol 11 месяцев назад +2

      Hi, can you please tell me why you would pick the FX30 over this? I’m so stuck trying to pick!

    • @bearonionlol
      @bearonionlol 11 месяцев назад +2

      @@BenPatrikhey man, can you please give me some advice/try to sell me on the FX30 haha. I’m having such a hard time trying to decide between the a6700 and the FX30

  • @unusualcomment9731
    @unusualcomment9731 11 месяцев назад +29

    That's the camera that I was looking for back in 2020 😅 now that I have an A7SIII I'm definitely not coming back to that tiny form factor and I love the Full Frame look too much as well.
    Looks like a good camera though just a little bit expensive for a B cam at 1700€

    • @Pfagnan
      @Pfagnan 11 месяцев назад +3

      I too have the a7Siii and recently bought the FF A7C as my B camera for 2 camera shoots. Better choice to match the sensor and colour science for me that the A6700. Don’t like the crop sensor and micro-hdmi.

    • @unusualcomment9731
      @unusualcomment9731 11 месяцев назад +1

      @@Pfagnan For now my B cam is a RX100 IV and still waiting for the RX100VIII to buy it 😂

    • @Pfagnan
      @Pfagnan 11 месяцев назад +1

      @@unusualcomment9731 That’s a decent compromise. You can’t always get it all…

    • @mirrorlessny
      @mirrorlessny 11 месяцев назад +2

      @@Pfagnan I'm waiting for a7Cii to pair with a7Siii, amazing how compact a7C is considering it's full frame

    • @TheMx5Channel
      @TheMx5Channel 11 месяцев назад +4

      Not sure if you could call this a B cam, since i have outperformed a lot of photographers hers with alot of gear with a 6300 just because my lenses were better and faster.

  • @angela-r
    @angela-r 11 месяцев назад

    Ha! Tom Green! Loved this little surprise! Nothing can ever compare to his “broken wheelchair” and “ordering food in a clear box” skits. Such a legend. Lol

  • @kazooMCmotovlog
    @kazooMCmotovlog 7 месяцев назад +1

    I'm considering to upgrade to a6700 from my a6000 and ZV-E10. So this is really helpful. I have an easy fixing idea for the rattling of the strap holder because I used to have same concern on my a6000. I bought a non-woven sticker at Michale's in a few dollars and applied over the metal base then open small hole by a needle, maybe you can open hole by a pen also. Then put the triangle strap holders back on it then the metal rattling should be completely eliminated. Or, just replace the triangle strap holders to PeakDesign anchors like me lol.

  • @dinoschachten
    @dinoschachten 11 месяцев назад +9

    Wow, some of these features sounded like the things that low-budget shooters would request to be implemented on cheaper bodies as well with everyone fully aware that no manufacturer would put those premium features into lower-priced cameras - until now. Very unexpected but awesome!

  • @kevinbatts2804
    @kevinbatts2804 11 месяцев назад +4

    New camera: The first places I check is this channel, Phillip Bloom and Camera Conspiracies for the clean up.

    • @evilpigskin
      @evilpigskin 11 месяцев назад +2

      The same channels I watch. Definitely the best I should add Armando Ferreira too!

    • @kevinbatts2804
      @kevinbatts2804 11 месяцев назад

      @@evilpigskin he’s in the rotation for sure.

    • @mirrorlessny
      @mirrorlessny 11 месяцев назад

      @@evilpigskin yea Armando is good, also Matt WhoisMatt & Tony&Chelsea

  • @dannoringer
    @dannoringer 11 месяцев назад

    Excellent review. Thank you.

  • @ConstructionKronies
    @ConstructionKronies 11 месяцев назад

    I've been waiting for a Sony just like this cheers my man!!!

  • @paolokabir4029
    @paolokabir4029 11 месяцев назад +8

    Thank you for the great review! How would you compare this vs Fuji X-S20 vs Canon R7 for hybrid hikes & travels?

    • @mejasiu
      @mejasiu 11 месяцев назад

      I am particularly interested in how the Fuji xS20 compares to the Sony a6700. Both seem like great cameras the question is which camera is better for which kind of person?

  • @TheHeartless917
    @TheHeartless917 11 месяцев назад +5

    im a fan of the a6400 and own 2 of them. this would be my next purchase for my photography business

    • @ro30
      @ro30 11 месяцев назад +3

      This is ridiculous. All this could have been 10 years ago. and it's too expensive for such an offer.

  • @josephasghar
    @josephasghar 11 месяцев назад

    That’s a great review. Thanks v much.

  • @asherwilkins465
    @asherwilkins465 5 месяцев назад

    Yo I just started really liking your channel and then Tom Green randomly does a cameo in the beginning of this video im already gonna watch , well, Now it's true love

  • @alanychung
    @alanychung 11 месяцев назад +3

    A great successor to the a6600!

  • @oospagheti
    @oospagheti 11 месяцев назад +7

    great! another $55 camera to make my A1 feel bad

  • @SlowRoamers
    @SlowRoamers 11 дней назад

    This was fantastic! Thank you for your real and fact-focused review.

  • @alphonso0077
    @alphonso0077 11 месяцев назад

    That last part sold me about using the camera to double as a webcam at 4K30 with no capture card.

  • @zahinjawad6071
    @zahinjawad6071 11 месяцев назад +4

    What about the Canon EOS R8?

  • @RockyMaiviaMiami
    @RockyMaiviaMiami 11 месяцев назад +3

    Wait Tom Green 😂😂😂
    Gerald is a goat 🐐

  • @mohammedabdullah4618
    @mohammedabdullah4618 11 месяцев назад

    Recording the sponsor message from the product is just ingenious!

  • @stephanwieser
    @stephanwieser 10 месяцев назад

    Loved the ending. Memory lane down to my first a7

  • @cinematools9621
    @cinematools9621 11 месяцев назад +8

    Looks like a great camera. I wish it had less rolling shutter.

    • @unn4medfeel1ng
      @unn4medfeel1ng 11 месяцев назад +2

      Almost any Sony camera can be described this way

    • @cinematools9621
      @cinematools9621 11 месяцев назад

      @@unn4medfeel1ng not since A7S III

    • @unn4medfeel1ng
      @unn4medfeel1ng 11 месяцев назад +1

      @@cinematools9621 A7 IV and A7R V are pretty bad. Also some of ZV cameras, can't remember which of them.

    • @MarkusFinholt
      @MarkusFinholt 11 месяцев назад +1

      A camera approved for cinema has almost twice as slow rolling shutter than this. The S1H. You really can't complain about 16ms.

    • @mirrorlessny
      @mirrorlessny 11 месяцев назад

      @@unn4medfeel1ng zv-e10 has bad 4k rolling shutter because it's same 24mp sensor as in a6400 a6600, zv-e1 uses a7Siii sensor so no problems there

  • @unn4medfeel1ng
    @unn4medfeel1ng 11 месяцев назад +12

    I wonder which camera will get no updates - this or the FX30

    • @tor2919
      @tor2919 11 месяцев назад

      The Sony cinema line and alpha lines are completely different departments. And as we have seen the cinema cameras get much much better support.

  • @derek-yap
    @derek-yap 11 месяцев назад +1

    Did you say you're using a 15mm lens or a 50mm lens when you were doing the selfie shot? Excellent video thank you!

  • @nomadcurate
    @nomadcurate 11 месяцев назад

    Great review!

  • @AndriSoren
    @AndriSoren 11 месяцев назад +4

    I wonder if they’ve fixed the fact that all consumer Sony cameras are “shy” and don’t properly communicate or send the desired frame rate over HDMI. This leads to nasty interlacing in some situations, and led me to return my models. There’s more info on this on provideocoalition

    • @spdcrzy
      @spdcrzy 11 месяцев назад

      Link?

    • @AndriSoren
      @AndriSoren 11 месяцев назад

      @@spdcrzy often RUclips suppresses links - I’ll share a link in my next comment. Should that comment not appear, or should I be eliminated by the agents of Sony, google “Sony camera frame rate shyness” and look for the provideocoalition link(s)

  • @kevin.itruth6880
    @kevin.itruth6880 11 месяцев назад +15

    Might as well go to FF at this point...The only thing APS-C has been missing are compact quality primes like a 23mm F2 (35mm equivalent) and 18mm F2 (28mm equivalent) that can rival the size and performance of the offerings from Fuji and the Leica CL. People want compact inconspicuous bodies and lenses for everyday carry, street and travel.

    • @casualcoffeeshooter
      @casualcoffeeshooter 11 месяцев назад +2

      Hello from Fujifilm ecosystem. We have plenty of those «23mm f/2» and pancake solutions and you’re welcome to join us :)

    • @kevin.itruth6880
      @kevin.itruth6880 11 месяцев назад

      @@casualcoffeeshooter lol I might just be coming over. Waiting to see what they release.

    • @johansphoto
      @johansphoto 11 месяцев назад +2

      Yes with Sony FF is the way to go. Especially with the A7C and the new small lenses least the Samyang Tiny series, negating any advantage the a6XXX-series had vs fullframe on Sony. For Aps-c Fuji is clearly a better choice with a much wider range of bodies and lenses, with the potential for a very small setup like the X-E4 plus 27 f2.8 or one of the f2 lenses, or a high end setup like the XH2 cameras, with high resolution screens and viewfinders, dual cardslots and great ergonomics. For midtier X-S20 holds its own against a6700, at a lower price and with a better lens selection.

    • @Pfagnan
      @Pfagnan 11 месяцев назад

      I bought the A7C as a companion to my a7Siii. Only thing I really miss is the 10 bit video on 2 camera shoots.

    • @kevin.itruth6880
      @kevin.itruth6880 11 месяцев назад +1

      @@Pfagnan Well A7C ii is already been verified coming out this year. So maybe it will have 10 bit.

  • @aaronballard9119
    @aaronballard9119 10 месяцев назад

    So I have ran multiple overheating tests since I got my 6700. In temps 75 and below i have had no overheating in 4k24 and 4k60. 4k120 I got 20ish minutes.
    Outdoors here in Georgia(southeast USA) 90°f 70% humidity 4k24 got 37 minutes before overheating.
    4k60 I got 28 minutes constant record.
    Have not tried 4k120 outdoors yet.
    I have preordered the Ulanzi cooling fan and going to test the cooling effect once it arrives.

  • @jorgekas1
    @jorgekas1 11 месяцев назад

    The most complete review on RUclips.

  • @MacDonaldArthur
    @MacDonaldArthur 11 месяцев назад +15

    4k 60p apsc no crop with sony AF speed and AI under $1500 is more than enough for my production, lovely :D

    • @johansphoto
      @johansphoto 11 месяцев назад +4

      Petapixel reports a small crop at 4k60, and what is worse that it overheated in 26 minutes with oversampled 4k 24p in their test, so it might be worth checking out some more reviews. Especially from people with full production bocies but no ties to Sony.

  • @Abdi_Mohamed_
    @Abdi_Mohamed_ 11 месяцев назад +3

    Would love to see this compare to the Canon R7 and the Fujifilm XS20

  • @MisterMayhem17
    @MisterMayhem17 11 месяцев назад

    Solid review bro

  • @facu_eze_peralta
    @facu_eze_peralta 11 месяцев назад

    I really love it! Looks so cool!

  • @johnrpittenger
    @johnrpittenger 11 месяцев назад +7

    I was excited about this camera until I found out there is only 1 card slot and no 6k. I wanted more megapixels but would have looked past that if it had more features. Sadly this may be a good camera but it's also very disappointing. Why can't Sony make an apsc camera that competes with Fujifilm. If Sony didn't have good auto focus this camera would completely lose to Fujifilm.

  • @helveklikk
    @helveklikk 11 месяцев назад +3

    Would this be a good second camera when you already have an A7 III?

    • @simaskaciusis3246
      @simaskaciusis3246 11 месяцев назад +3

      this is better lmao

    • @TheHeartless917
      @TheHeartless917 11 месяцев назад +1

      dude this is going to smoke the a7iii all over..

    • @simaskaciusis3246
      @simaskaciusis3246 11 месяцев назад

      @@TheHeartless917 i have the a7 iii and the a6700 will make it the b cam :D

    • @helveklikk
      @helveklikk 11 месяцев назад

      @@TheHeartless917 Even in photos?

    • @mirrorlessny
      @mirrorlessny 11 месяцев назад

      @@TheHeartless917 I agree = a6700 will smoke a7iii in videography, but when it comes to photography visual quality - a7iii is superior

  • @morningman1984
    @morningman1984 11 месяцев назад

    Tom Green! Awesome! "We're having a good time."(from Road Trip )

  • @snarkyguy
    @snarkyguy 11 месяцев назад

    Random Tom Green intro. This is why I loves you Gerald.