Props to pushing these videos out, much appreciated, and great work!

By far the best comparison video on YT for these two cameras. Great job.

Pre-ordered the a7cii, for my personal shooting style I don't use a lot of Slo-mo, and I do love photography as well. a7cii all the way, it 's basically an a74 with a7r5 features like the AI chip. Also, I just do youtube, don't need dual card slots.

I was waiting for this one 🙌🏼 thanks bro! 🔥

I think this is the best video on these two. I don’t want to be more of a video guy, I want to take pics I/family can print. So you helped us!!! 🙏🏽

Yeah the low light, full sensor 60fps and 4k120 is essential for me, especially the 4k120. ZVE1 also actually takes very nice photos. And the whole point of the camera for me when out is it is small for travel etc (have it with the 24mm G F2.8 which is very small) and that dynamic stabilisation is used regularly by me and I never bother with a gimbal. Another great video, you knock it out of the park, I’ve been watching since your channel was really small and you deserve to see it growing.

Really appreciate your subtle sense of humor :)

The video I've been waiting on! I'm so undecided on which one of these will be my first Full Frame Camera A7C II or ZV-E1. I own the ZV-E10.

Buy 100 of the cameras to make me rich: A7CII (affiliate): geni.us/wACB7 ZV-E1 (affiliate): geni.us/SonyZVE10Mark

I LOVE your videos Mark, you’ve become my go to for camera reviews, keep up the good work (and it’s Zed not Zee here in the UK too!!)

Thank you for the video, very good and clear explanation of both camera features. I owned a Sony ZV-E1.

Very nice presentation and very informative which is easily understandable compared to other channels.... Thanks!!🤝

Such a great and in-depth review, thank you!

Keep them coming, Mark!

Sold my a74, bought the zve1, selling my a7siii, already pre-ordered the a7cii. The zve1/a7cii is a perfect combo for what I need and want.

thanks for the video

Best camera channel on KZfaq.

I film outdoors fairly often and as a result I do wish the ZV-E1 had an EVF. Also, the ability to have a more photo-capable camera is a nice thought, however I bought the ZV-E1 and between the image quality, the slo-mo, AI features... I really have no need to make a lateral change which is what this would be. Coming from the ZV-E10 and ZV-1 the ZV-E1 was a MASSIVE upgrade! Thanks for the video!

I have the zv e1 and love the low light capability and awesome slow mo....even the pictures I take with it look amazing. Still going to pre order the a7cii but if I had to chose 1 easily by a long shot it would be zv e1. Had a74 so kinda know what to expect from a7cii always used the zv e1 more than a74.

Mark. Does your neighbor know your're a famous youtuber or do they think your a weirdo?

The price and overheating of the zv-e1 shocked us at the start, but over time the zv-e1 showed its worth.

Thanks. You are good at this!!

I have both the sony zv-e1 and the a7c (version 1). Obviously the zv-e1 is better, but I think the new a7c ii is really a good offer, if you want a hybrid. if I had no camera today, I would probably get the a7c ii just for the higher mega pickel count.

I got a7c ii already..and plan to get zv-e1 very soon.. love them both.. thanks for this review.

do u recommend Sony 11mm with Sony ZV-E1 for travel vlog?

I've been thinking about updagrading my musical recording gear, and i am new to the online community for camera. all of you are bloody amazing, such a great community and wonderful showcase, there are few things new to me like aps-c or evf, but i still learned a lot. thanks

I’m coming from the ZV1 so the ZVE1 seems like a more seamless transition, but i do need photos for social media as well. Is the ZVe1 camera good enough quality?

Mark, the screenshot I took of the differences between the two cameras is worth all 2,354 of your words in the video! 😎 Awesome work, thanks for posting!

This video is really helpful.

thx Mark for great review... I already have zv-e10 so, for better photo features I tend to buy A7CII

Very nice!! Great film!! Well done!!

nice comparison 😍😍👏👏

very helpful summary! thank you!

Very good job! Thanks!

very good analysis.

Now this is a real world camera comparison. I see so many comparison videos where two cameras that have no business being compared to one another are - and in my view - purely for the sake of making new content and getting views. I'm surprised no one has compared the Panasonic GH5 to the ARRI Alexa Mini LF. (just kidding) The features of these two cameras definitely makes it a challenging choice. For some features, I lean towards the ZV-E1 like the Cine-Vlog (which I can see using) and the extreme low light performance. For the 7K image downsampled to 4K in the A7Cii. The mechanical shutter, which I would use to cover the sensor when switching lenses. Either way, this is a great comparison that invites serious thoughts and considerations. Very handsome content as usual.

Hey Mark, Thanks for pumping all these comparison videos. Always good to keep up with the latest Sony cams. But gotta say, Mark (ZVE1) looks more handsome than Marcus (A7C2)! ZVE1 continues to surprise me and with the Tilta fan + Tilta half cage + Power Junkie v2 setup, I get enough short and long form. Haven’t seen if shooting with a Ninja 5/5+ external recorder if it can bypass the overheating and good for long form. The Canon R5 was able to do this and shoot for hours but it had that pesty 30min recording limit crippled by Canon as the lame excuse of the tax law has disappeared years ago and Pana and Sony has shown that the past 5yrs+ (me ranting now)! I would say I will skip the A7C2 (have the A74) and wait and see what the A75 will have.

great video❤🎉

Great content! As for the stabilization, seems like the active stabilization on the a7cii is fairly close to the dynamic stabilization on the zve1. Would you agree? I am thinking about filming 3-5 sec short clips without a gimbal, but would also want to make sure I won’t run into banding issues when I take photos. Do you think a7cii should be a good choice?

Great video, thank you! Personally, I prefer the ZV-E1 4k60 footage, looking just better and 'sharper' to my old eyes :)

Fantastic video Mark. I am still baffled by the spec set on the a6700 compared to these higher-priced bodies. I feel like I made a great decision with the a6700 and these videos instantly kill my buyer’s remorse panic spells. 😂

I have and love the ZV-E1, and one would think that love would create a sense of satiated-contentment... And yet instead, I pre-ordered the A7Cii because I'm a fool and Sony knows it. Regardless, this video helps me pre-compare them as I'm pre-debating which one to keep. I am looking forward to contrasting the specs, especially in regards to stabilization, as you've done... but with my far less handsome face--that'll be the real test. Thank you!!

Hey mark please answer do you know how to connect an external flash godox tt350s to the Sony zv e10. I NEED HELP. I don’t know anyone besides you that can help me

I think an alternative is the Fuji XH2 - 40 Megapixel Stills, 5.76 Million Pixel Viewfinder, up to 8K Video, 4KHQ mode downsampled from 8K, a PASM Dial with 7 Custom Presets, Fuji Color Science & F-Log2, 2 Cards (one CF Express), Pro-Res Options, RAW Output, Full-Size HDMI - cheaper than both the ZV-E1 and A7Cii. But the Sonys are very good in their own way, particularly the AF performance + tracking.

Difficult choice, mostly because I already do photography with my Canon cams, but are looking for a video body with Sony. Both cams look good for it. But the 4k60 crop feels meh

Doc! Which image do you prefer? For color, DR, highlight rolloff, clarity.

What parameters should I keep in mind during recording that in post catalyst browse recommends me least amount of crop. Zve10

Hi, which will the best for northern lights foto and video? It’s enought 12mpx today?

Hye .. can u explain why 1080p from zve1 is sharper than a7cii ? This happen compare to a7iv too in 1080p? Thanks my friend

Hey! The best comparison of this 2 cameras by far! Thank You! I don't know what camera is best option for me. I'm worry about heating... by I love de new stabilization of ZVE1(I hate working with high weights...)

Greetings Mark! Thank you for your educational vid here. Can I just ask though whether or not there is a bit of a contradiction? ie the ZV-E1 has the great feature of being able to plug-in to a computer for live streaming purposes but also a strong likelihood of it over-heating while it does?

Hi, in terms of sharpness and colors for photos and videos, which one do you think is better?

My wife is looking for the best Video Podcasting image possible. She also does a bit of vlogging. I wanted something that did 30fps 4k over USB-C as her primary webcam. Because of the Thermals, the A7CII looks to be what we'll go with.

Here we go! I’m in between these two cameras. As I’m sure this is the reason why I came across this video. First off great content, thank you! What I do is real estate photography/videography. I’d say I’m not a beginner, but definitely a beginner with actual cameras. I went from iPhone to iPhone with osmo to dji pocket 3 to now. I want to be able to create short videos such as reels but also be able to take still photos for realtors. I’m heavily leaning towards the a7cii but the dynamic stabilization of the zv-e1 sounds just too good to pass up… I’d prefer not to have to purchase a ronin for my shots. Hence why I’m going with a lighter camera set up. Any insight would be greatly appreciated.

Can auto framing be locked for specific face, for example when there are 10 people on stage?

I have an a7siii I use for work. I’m selling my A7iv to downsize my second camera. Having a hard time choosing between the two. ZvE1 has all the features I would love for video, but A7Cii has the megapixels that I would love having after using the A7iv. I’m 70% video, 30% photo.. so I’m torn. Get the A7Cii to makeup for the shortcomings of my a7siii or get a zve1 for the stabilization/built in mic for compact stellar video 😕

Please compare these to zve10 ,it's my favourite 😊

What about the 7 stop IBIS vs 5 stop? You did not cover the difference. Who is better active stabilization without the software cropping

So at this point would you recommend the ZV-E1 over Doug (ZV-E10)??

Great video as always Mark. I just bought the ZVE1 and am wondering if there is a fix for the overheating?

would you review comparixon ZV-E10 and A7c II? thanks in advance

i need a b cam and the overheat is such a concern. esp in houston where its been 100+ for 2 months. so now my question is a a7cii or fx30?

A7c2 footages seem to be on the softer side which can be good for some but not for vlogger keeping in mind that ZVe-1 was built for vloggers specifically..

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somehow 4k looked sharper out the zve1 to me in this vid. i also dont get why the 1080p is sharper out the zve1

Judging from the 1:35 footage, A7C II seem a LOT sharper, could the difference really be that big? Or is it just the autofocus failing?

We have a7iv and we mainly bought it for travel vlogs however, it is very heavy and shakey of course since there is no stabilization. Adding gimbal is not an option because of the weight of the camera itself so I am looking for other options. I was checking mainly fx30b or a7cii however, this camera now is on my radar too. Too many options!! Which one would you pick, mainly for video? Also what wide lens would you choose to complete the set?

Hi can u recommend to me I am looking for camera for travelling I love recording but shooting too 50/50 u know so Iam not sure which be good for me pls can u advice to me thank 😊

Hey, that dude runs like a lunatic, I like your video.

Waiting for fx30 vs a7cii video, battle of full frame vs apsc

Weird thing, I think the zv-e1 has a better grip than my a7c. Just fits better in my hand for some reason.

I am looking at both of these for the primary purpose of using as my main camera for 4 hour 1080p60 DJ streams on twitch in medium-low light conditions with video monitors and flashing color lights in my background. Would either of these have a significant advantage over the other? Thank you for the video!

Hey Mark! Seen a lot of reviews about the ZV-E1, but none of them mentions setting the “Auto Pwr Off Temp”. Did you set that setting to high when doing overheating tests? Believe it or not, my A7iii overheated in 70-90F degree weather before finding that setting.

Thanks for this great comparison. Let me ask you, if I got the zve1, a 35mm prime lens with clear image zoom, what mm range does it become? Thank you.

12:48 Don King 😂😂😂

Does the ZV-E1 have a better stabilisation when taking photos at night as well?

Honestly my biggest 2 issues with the ZV-E1 is the single slot, and the small screen/no evf. Can it output to the ninja 5 to record as a backup? Feel like i see mixed info there.

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I'm Canadian but have never uttered Zed in my life. My grandmother was born in Montana so maybe its genetics.

ZV-E1 got more tech & its smaller & its lighter... i think i found my winner camera, thank you sir! +++ THEY have it in WHITE!

Damn! I want them both!

It's decided. Im getting the A7Cii. Since im a hybrid shooter, and I shoot for takes longer than 60 minutes, it makes the most sense (overheating scares me). Being semi blind in my right eye, that viewfinder is critical for me.

I'm very torn between these two cameras as my first good camera primarily for product videos for my store, but also to be used for family videos at home and on vacation. I've watched both of your ZV-E1 vs A7Cii videos a gazillion times and I'm still torn. I will primarily be shooting product showcase videos (sometimes on the fly) in less than favorable light as a novice to show off some of the products in the store and would like these videos to look as cinematic as possible (at least for a novice willing to put in some time to learn). At $2k I'd also like to use this for family vacation and home videos and photos, but do not want to significantly sacrifice the product showcase performance for this. I am weighing the added still photo qualities of the a7Cii (for family and product photos) vs the low light performance and video features of the ZV-E1. The low light performance is definitely a big concern, which is why I'm only considering full sensor cameras in the $2k range. Any thoughts on which would be the better camera for my purposes? Can the A7cii hold up to the ZV-E1 in less than favorable light?

i want both. a7cii for photos, zv-e1 for video .why sony merged together make one. i will buy it

Looking to sell my A7 III for the new A7C II plan to shoot photography and KZfaq videos. It sounds like this is the best hybrid option in comparison to the ZV-E1?

Hey! I'm your subscriber since 1 year..from India... I'm living in a region where humidity level is above 80% always, I've sigma 30mm f1.4 lens I'm noticing that fungus is growing when i store it for a 1 month period ,Can you suggest anything that could help me to prevent fungus growth after cleaning,I mean i have only one lens so i don't think buying a cabinet will be helpful and cost effective,so what should i do!?

Maybe highlight area better in zv-e1?🤨

Hello, my English is not very good, do you think alpha zve1 or alpha 7cii is better for filming?

U r awesome 🎉😂

The look on the zve1 looks to me much better

A6700 vs Fuji XS20 pls?

Sony's camera lineup is pure chaos. There is so much overlap and redundancy between models. And the confusing naming choices don't help much either.

Does ZV-E1 record sound in 240fps 1080P mode?

Noticed zve1 1080 is better (sharper) than a7c II. 👍

How many warehouses of those cheap LCD screens did Sony buy..??? I mean it’s crazy bad. The EVF on the A7CII is likewise a huge disappointment. Hmmm… Seriously looking at the Leica SL2/SL2S now. Will probably pick up a cheap A7C from upgraders to use my E mount glass. I’m getting sent eBay offers under $1000 now. Of the two presented here the ZV-e1 is the pick IMHO.

Product showcase function can be add for 7cii in the future?

I have so many more questions now. (Btw. This is the best video I have seen on these cameras.) I mostly wanted to get the ZV-EI because I do podcast and wanted to upgrade to my webcam. Also a total camera noob. Can you add the for connection to the A7CII? What fan were you using for your ZV-E1 What lens are you using? I was thinking about getting the figma 16mm. Is Sony working on the overheating issue? Should I just wait a few months to see if they bring something else out for it? Thank you for making this video for people that don’t know what they are doing. It explained it well.

Can it be used to take wedding photos 7 C

Oh my your canadian! your hilarious! Mark, Love your work!

Great video and thanks for the review. My friend got a ZV-E1 and it's constantly over heating. Even at 1080p 8 bit. He's just using as a webcam and keeps shutting off every 15-45 mins. Any tips or ideas? Seems like a deal breaker to me if it can't even stay on as a webcam.