Great video and don’t we live in such an amazing time that we get to have such amazing options. ❤ I own both cameras… and after shooting weddings with my Sony for a few months I still find my Fuji images more pleasing than my Sony files. For me it’s only an autofocus thing ;) . Recently started printing huge prints and man again the Fuji files printed look soooo good imo. The Sony has such a digital look … you know what I mean? Now I also shoot shooting 5k running races all over the state aaaannnndddd give me my Sony all day. I will never miss a shot and the artistic value doesn’t have to be there 🤙 Again great vid and hope you have a fantastic week!!! Happy snapping 😊
In the last 5-6 years I went from Fujifilm, to Sony, and now back to Fujifilm. For my use cases full-frame cameras' advantages would require me to spend more money on higher-end bodies/lenses to get the features I wanted. I owned the A7SIII, which was a great video-centric camera, but as a hybrid camera it was limited due to the 12MP sensor. I also owned the A7IV, which was to take care of the photo-centric side of things + B-cam duties, but I was not a fan of the build quality, overheating, and lack of features(low mech/electronic shutter speeds, no RAW output to an external recorder via HDMI, limited video codec choices). I was about to replace it with the A7RV, but then opted for the stacked sensor X-H2s and 40MP X-H2... This 2-camera set-up covers my needs very well. On the video-side both cameras can output ProRes RAW to my Atomos Ninja Ultra... 6.2K Open Gate... 8K up to 30P... ProRes internal. I'm having a lot of enjoyment with these 2 beasts!
The way the X-H2s is setup makes it such a great hybrid camera! Man I love that custom 1-7 dial. I have absolutely no complaints about that camera other than that I just prefer full frame. It’s such a beast!
@@danvirchow there are some interesting videos out there showing when processing the Fuji still files properly they have less noise and more detail than any full frame on the market. Shown by printing 3 meter images. And the videos side of things the tiny bit of digital noise that happens at high iso imo is sooooo much more pleasing on the Fuji. I don’t think you can go wrong with either. At the end of the day it will be the composition and story being told that really matters. Just wish Sony and Fuji could have a baby ;) 😂😂
I have an a7rv and literally think about selling it every week. And taking a trip to Italy 😝 My xt5 produces more pleasing video to my eyes. Both are fantastic but I am insanely neurotic when it comes to a pleasing/organic looking image.
this is so true for so many photographers including me. I feel like I have finally settled. I own an X-H2s for my professional video work and an R6 for my profession photography. The X-H2s also doubled up as my travel camera and fun use.
Great perspective! I made the opposite decision and I’ve been super comfortable with Fuji and I haven’t looked back. I champion your decision to switch because it’s what was best for you. Glad to hear other’s reasonings! My big thing was the sims. My work requires super fast turnarounds. My deliverables are usually required within same day for a few of my shoots. Being able to send in jpgs almost immediately got me into a niche clientele that’s helped my business. Love the community as well. 💪🏼
That's awesome that it has helped your work flow! I loved shooting with the film sims because they inspire you as you're shooting and make you want to continue. Thanks for checking out the video and keep rocking the Fuji!
Looking at the a7c ii too here. What are the lenses that you are going to pair it with? And what is you experience with the evf, heard it was quite lacking.
Currently I’m pairing it with the 20-70mm f/4 and 24mm f/1.4 and it has been a great combo for general everyday capture. The EVF certainly leaves something to be desired, but I don’t have any real complaints about it. It’s just small. I don’t mind the rangefinder positioning of it as much as I thought I would. If you’re looking for a fun camera to take everywhere, this is a great choice!
@@ImranDawood every lens I’ve gotten for the system so far has been very sharp. I picked up the Sony 40mm f2.5 for a walk around lens and it’s surprisingly very sharp as well!
I'm in the same spot as you; hence, I'm watching your video. I never connected with film sims either, so I always shot in RAW. But at the moment, my gripe is that I observed that none of the Fuji glasses are as sharp as the Sony ones. I found a lot of sample RAW images for A6700+E16-50 and AC7II+20-70, and they are even sharper than my XF331.4, considered one of the best Fuji lenses plus its a prime. Secondly, by playing with the raw files on both systems, there are some images with lovely Fuji colours, but it's hard to compare because I don't have Sony, so I could take the same image from Sony. However looking at the sample images I could get from internet, Sony is no slouch either on these newer bodies. Did you feel the same thing as now you've both systems?
Definitely! After using Sony for a couple months now, I don’t think I could ever go back to Fujifilm. The images are sharper, the tech is higher, and I don’t see any big difference in the color. If you know how to edit, you can get anything you want out of any image. Plus, the size of Sony’s gear is one of the major selling points to me. If you’re thinking about making the switch, I say do it! Or rent some Sony gear to see how you like it hands on.
@@danvirchow I’m tossing between 7CII+20-70 or A6700+E16-55. I love the look, sharpness of A6700 combo more than 7CII combo. Plus 16-55 is faster lens. Also in long run crop lenses are cheaper. I understand the benefit of FF but I only do landscape, street and some family portraits. All as hobby so I don’t think I’ll get any advantage by getting 7CiI combo over A6700. Am I right? Or am I missing something?
I don’t agree. Yes, Fuji is more attractive aesthetically, but it doesn’t make Sony a worse camera. When the learning curve is behind and you customized all controls accordingly to your needs it becomes your second nature, just like Fujis. Using both systems. And A7cR is with me now for 99% of time. I don’t care of video. But re photo it virtually limitless, comparing to Fuji
@@andriyurenov7215 both systems definitely have their strengths and I very much like them both, however, I have found that I prefer Sony. Wish I could keep them both!
How is the Sony app? Is it better than Fuji's? Can you also transfer RAW files and videos to your smartphone? PS: I'm a Fuji user with GAS syndrome and I'm tired of waiting for my X100VI, which probably won't arrive for another 6 months. I've been interested in the Sony A7C for a long time, but I'm really afraid of being disappointed with the colors since I'm used to Fuji's JPEGs. How are Sony's JPEGs?
Sony jpegs are fine at best. Usable. They don’t have the customizability of Fuji’s files, but I personally always found film sims underwhelming. Turns out I like editing photos more than I knew! The Sony app works well. Connects fairly seemlessly and the remote shooting works well. But let’s face it…all camera phone apps suck in their own way 😅
@@danvirchow Here it is! I finally gave in! I bought the A7C II today (with the Sony 35mm f1.8) and... I'm shocked... the AF compared to the Fuji XT4 is just amazing, wow. And the image quality is incredible... even in JPEG. It's crazy!
does Fuji or Sony have EVF? I like using that instead of OVF. are Fujifilm good for absolute beginners who want to play around and learn photography without it being complicated?
They both have EVFs! Both cameras are great if you just want to pick up and start shooting. The Fuji will take a little bit more effort once you dive into the menu since it’s a little bit more expansive. Due to the outstanding autofocus of the Sony, it may be a better camera to pick up and start with. However, it is considerably more expensive.
I appreciate the perspective. Canon was my camera of choice and I owned it for a long time. (Still have it.) I got uninspired - depressed maybe with life and photography. Fuji revived photography for me. Sony though, they really pushed the market! Canon and Nikon had to change to keep up. I guess the moral or the story is shoot what you want.
Man, I just never use the film simulations for anything. They look great in camera, but I would never post them without wanting to edit them further first. Hope you’re digging your Sony stuff!
@@danvirchow yeah. The film simulations is only good as is if your just posting for social media. But for real work you really need to edit them. Also fuji autofocus sucks 😂
when sony is destroying fuji in every way these days, why do you still recommend both? i made a stupid decision by buying xt5 1 month ago because people kept saying fuji is good camera, lenses are cheap, ff and aps-c not so different. now i can't find a fast telephoto lens that can give low light performance for wildlife because there is none(5k usd lens aside) in fuji system. So I decided to go with macro, good thing fuji has 80mm f2.8 macro. but wait! Sony has 90mm f2.8 macro and it's fking cheaper than fuji!! what's the point of recommending fuji after all this... sorry if this sounded offensive, I just don't want people to make the mistake I made.
Totally understand where you’re coming from. I still recommend both bc they are appealing in different ways. The color science is different between the two, and one may be more appealing to someone than the other. Also, the film simulations are very cool. I just wasn’t into them as much as I thought I would be. Then there’s the aesthetic aspect: some just may prefer the Fuji bodies. I see the pros and cons of both!
I don't think people who do proper research into what camera/lenses to buy for their specific shooting criteria will make such mistakes... if you think Sony is destroying Fujifilm in every way, then you may need to do more research.
@@GrayGhostDog1 after using both, the most notable differences to me are the autofocus and full frame/APSC dynamic. I think both systems are great and would recommend them to all. The “advantages” of either system are basically just personal preference.
@@danvirchow I agree 100%! The closest things to get to my "needs and wants" without investing in more professional hybrid camera systems was the X-H series of cameras. I come extremely close to covering all my use cases. Fujifilm's AF performance in their latest cameras is good enough for me... it has a bunch more "pro-sumer" features than any full-frame camera near their price-points... AF is important, but it was not the only thing that mattered to me. Some of the perceived APS-C limitations I can workaround quite easily... what I find harder to overcome are skewing in my photos and jell-o/rolling shutter performance in video.
be careful bro, lots of fuji shooters hate it when people leave fuji for other systems. I guarantee youll get comments such as "sony has no soul" "color sucks" "sony is a computer" 😂
@@danvirchow Thanks! Can't decide between fuji xt5 and A7cII. Need a camera for traveling (photo only). Have an a7III with two heavy zoom lenses + Fuji x100v right now. Sony is just too heavy and so unpleasant to use and Fuji...not much lighter than Sony, especially in pair with 16-80 f4. Maybe I should just stick with what I have for now...
@@aleksandrmikhailov3255 I would personally recommend the A7C II for a travel camera. It’s smaller than the X-T5, and in my opinion, a more capable overall camera being full frame. Also, that autofocus is UNREAL. Hard to consider anything else once you’ve used it. Maybe go to your local camera store and play around with an A7C II or rent one!
TL;DW: everyone with sony, so I got sony too. He does not actually says that, but that's what behind all of it. If you compare sizes, compare the lenses too… For what's it is worth, I don't use neither sony, nor fuji.
"Funktionality" does not get together with a Sony A6x or A7c! I owned a A6000 for years, than PEN F, than a GH6 (because of video). And I thouht: Holy Moly a cam can be sooo easy to handle. I sold (not yet) the GH6 for a X-H2s, because it is a better Hybrid. In terms of funktionality the X-H2s is not to be beaten: 7 (seven) custom modes plus video and PASM. (Mine: C1=6.2k open gate, C2=4K, C3=4k120, C4=FHD240, C5=BKT, C6= Panorama, C7=preshot up to 40FPS), plus sholder display which shows me the details that are dialed in, also in the dark, or off! Just a click and you are good to go. Joystick and several custom buttons. 5.76mio 120p 0.8mag. Viewfinder. no overheating Cf ex B cards = faaast and cheap (+SD) When I WAS a Sony A6 User I wished a FF in a compact and stylish form would come out. Exactly what a A7CII is. Pretty much. But I am 8 years more experienced now. Imho an A7C is a perfect cam for beginners.
Great video and don’t we live in such an amazing time that we get to have such amazing options. ❤
I own both cameras… and after shooting weddings with my Sony for a few months I still find my Fuji images more pleasing than my Sony files. For me it’s only an autofocus thing ;) . Recently started printing huge prints and man again the Fuji files printed look soooo good imo. The Sony has such a digital look … you know what I mean?
Now I also shoot shooting 5k running races all over the state aaaannnndddd give me my Sony all day. I will never miss a shot and the artistic value doesn’t have to be there 🤙
Again great vid and hope you have a fantastic week!!! Happy snapping 😊
They certainly both have their charms and I would recommend either system to anyone. I am personally just connecting more with my Sony gear.
In the last 5-6 years I went from Fujifilm, to Sony, and now back to Fujifilm. For my use cases full-frame cameras' advantages would require me to spend more money on higher-end bodies/lenses to get the features I wanted. I owned the A7SIII, which was a great video-centric camera, but as a hybrid camera it was limited due to the 12MP sensor. I also owned the A7IV, which was to take care of the photo-centric side of things + B-cam duties, but I was not a fan of the build quality, overheating, and lack of features(low mech/electronic shutter speeds, no RAW output to an external recorder via HDMI, limited video codec choices). I was about to replace it with the A7RV, but then opted for the stacked sensor X-H2s and 40MP X-H2...
This 2-camera set-up covers my needs very well. On the video-side both cameras can output ProRes RAW to my Atomos Ninja Ultra... 6.2K Open Gate... 8K up to 30P... ProRes internal. I'm having a lot of enjoyment with these 2 beasts!
The way the X-H2s is setup makes it such a great hybrid camera! Man I love that custom 1-7 dial. I have absolutely no complaints about that camera other than that I just prefer full frame. It’s such a beast!
@@danvirchow there are some interesting videos out there showing when processing the Fuji still files properly they have less noise and more detail than any full frame on the market. Shown by printing 3 meter images. And the videos side of things the tiny bit of digital noise that happens at high iso imo is sooooo much more pleasing on the Fuji.
I don’t think you can go wrong with either. At the end of the day it will be the composition and story being told that really matters.
Just wish Sony and Fuji could have a baby ;) 😂😂
I have an a7rv and literally think about selling it every week. And taking a trip to Italy 😝 My xt5 produces more pleasing video to my eyes. Both are fantastic but I am insanely neurotic when it comes to a pleasing/organic looking image.
Thank you, great video. It helped me to decide which camera to buy👍
Awesome! Which one are you going with?
this is so true for so many photographers including me. I feel like I have finally settled. I own an X-H2s for my professional video work and an R6 for my profession photography. The X-H2s also doubled up as my travel camera and fun use.
The X-H2s is one of the most well set-up hybrid cameras I've ever used. It's so quick to navigate through with the dials!
Appreciate the content!
Yowzers...thank you! 😁😁
Great perspective! I made the opposite decision and I’ve been super comfortable with Fuji and I haven’t looked back. I champion your decision to switch because it’s what was best for you. Glad to hear other’s reasonings!
My big thing was the sims. My work requires super fast turnarounds. My deliverables are usually required within same day for a few of my shoots. Being able to send in jpgs almost immediately got me into a niche clientele that’s helped my business. Love the community as well. 💪🏼
That's awesome that it has helped your work flow! I loved shooting with the film sims because they inspire you as you're shooting and make you want to continue. Thanks for checking out the video and keep rocking the Fuji!
What microphone are your using bro
It's the Rode NT-USB+. It's a great mic! Here's a link: amzn.to/3UQpDX6
Looking at the a7c ii too here. What are the lenses that you are going to pair it with? And what is you experience with the evf, heard it was quite lacking.
Currently I’m pairing it with the 20-70mm f/4 and 24mm f/1.4 and it has been a great combo for general everyday capture.
The EVF certainly leaves something to be desired, but I don’t have any real complaints about it. It’s just small. I don’t mind the rangefinder positioning of it as much as I thought I would. If you’re looking for a fun camera to take everywhere, this is a great choice!
@@danvirchow This is exactly what I'm thinking to get to replace XT5. How sharp is the lens?
@@ImranDawood every lens I’ve gotten for the system so far has been very sharp. I picked up the Sony 40mm f2.5 for a walk around lens and it’s surprisingly very sharp as well!
@@danvirchow sharper than Fuji? 😉
@@ImranDawood I'd say so! The Viltrox 75m 1.2 was the sharpest lens I used on the Fuji system and it isn't even a native lens!
I'm in the same spot as you; hence, I'm watching your video. I never connected with film sims either, so I always shot in RAW. But at the moment, my gripe is that I observed that none of the Fuji glasses are as sharp as the Sony ones. I found a lot of sample RAW images for A6700+E16-50 and AC7II+20-70, and they are even sharper than my XF331.4, considered one of the best Fuji lenses plus its a prime. Secondly, by playing with the raw files on both systems, there are some images with lovely Fuji colours, but it's hard to compare because I don't have Sony, so I could take the same image from Sony. However looking at the sample images I could get from internet, Sony is no slouch either on these newer bodies. Did you feel the same thing as now you've both systems?
Definitely! After using Sony for a couple months now, I don’t think I could ever go back to Fujifilm. The images are sharper, the tech is higher, and I don’t see any big difference in the color. If you know how to edit, you can get anything you want out of any image. Plus, the size of Sony’s gear is one of the major selling points to me. If you’re thinking about making the switch, I say do it! Or rent some Sony gear to see how you like it hands on.
@@danvirchow I’m tossing between 7CII+20-70 or A6700+E16-55. I love the look, sharpness of A6700 combo more than 7CII combo. Plus 16-55 is faster lens. Also in long run crop lenses are cheaper. I understand the benefit of FF but I only do landscape, street and some family portraits. All as hobby so I don’t think I’ll get any advantage by getting 7CiI combo over A6700. Am I right? Or am I missing something?
Currently shooting with the a7cr - love it. Pairs incredibly well with the 55 zeiss
Curious about that focal length…how is it?
@@danvirchowI love it, I also have the 50 1.2 and 135GM but kept the 55 for days where I wanna be light. Highly recommend its amazing for the price
@@phillmeredith I’ll look into it! Thanks for the info 🙏🏼
I left Sony for fuji for the reasons you listed. Sony is a computer, fuji is a camera.
It's all a mater of preference...they're both awesome in their own way!
I don’t agree. Yes, Fuji is more attractive aesthetically, but it doesn’t make Sony a worse camera. When the learning curve is behind and you customized all controls accordingly to your needs it becomes your second nature, just like Fujis. Using both systems. And A7cR is with me now for 99% of time. I don’t care of video. But re photo it virtually limitless, comparing to Fuji
@@andriyurenov7215 both systems definitely have their strengths and I very much like them both, however, I have found that I prefer Sony. Wish I could keep them both!
Thanks!
Thank you x100! 🤗🤗
How is the Sony app? Is it better than Fuji's? Can you also transfer RAW files and videos to your smartphone? PS: I'm a Fuji user with GAS syndrome and I'm tired of waiting for my X100VI, which probably won't arrive for another 6 months. I've been interested in the Sony A7C for a long time, but I'm really afraid of being disappointed with the colors since I'm used to Fuji's JPEGs. How are Sony's JPEGs?
Sony jpegs are fine at best. Usable. They don’t have the customizability of Fuji’s files, but I personally always found film sims underwhelming. Turns out I like editing photos more than I knew!
The Sony app works well. Connects fairly seemlessly and the remote shooting works well. But let’s face it…all camera phone apps suck in their own way 😅
@@danvirchow Here it is! I finally gave in! I bought the A7C II today (with the Sony 35mm f1.8) and... I'm shocked... the AF compared to the Fuji XT4 is just amazing, wow. And the image quality is incredible... even in JPEG. It's crazy!
@@jd-vo9mq the AF was shocking when switching over to Sony! They DON'T miss. Enjoy your new kit!
@@jd-vo9mq glad you picked one up! It's such a great little camera. Used it a ton on my recent trip to Europe!
bahhaaha the comparison of a person cute and attractive got me ahhaha
😅😂
does Fuji or Sony have EVF? I like using that instead of OVF.
are Fujifilm good for absolute beginners who want to play around and learn photography without it being complicated?
They both have EVFs! Both cameras are great if you just want to pick up and start shooting. The Fuji will take a little bit more effort once you dive into the menu since it’s a little bit more expansive. Due to the outstanding autofocus of the Sony, it may be a better camera to pick up and start with. However, it is considerably more expensive.
I appreciate the perspective.
Canon was my camera of choice and I owned it for a long time. (Still have it.) I got uninspired - depressed maybe with life and photography.
Fuji revived photography for me. Sony though, they really pushed the market! Canon and Nikon had to change to keep up.
I guess the moral or the story is shoot what you want.
Definitely. The only “right” system is the one you enjoy using and makes you want to shoot!
Same story here. Left fuji for story. Although I really miss the film simulations
Man, I just never use the film simulations for anything. They look great in camera, but I would never post them without wanting to edit them further first. Hope you’re digging your Sony stuff!
@@danvirchow yeah. The film simulations is only good as is if your just posting for social media. But for real work you really need to edit them. Also fuji autofocus sucks 😂
@@rawkista their autofocus definitely leaves something to be desired!
i think im going or following your path bro
No regrets so far! Loving the size and power of the Sony cameras and lenses.
when sony is destroying fuji in every way these days, why do you still recommend both? i made a stupid decision by buying xt5 1 month ago because people kept saying fuji is good camera, lenses are cheap, ff and aps-c not so different. now i can't find a fast telephoto lens that can give low light performance for wildlife because there is none(5k usd lens aside) in fuji system. So I decided to go with macro, good thing fuji has 80mm f2.8 macro. but wait! Sony has 90mm f2.8 macro and it's fking cheaper than fuji!! what's the point of recommending fuji after all this... sorry if this sounded offensive, I just don't want people to make the mistake I made.
Totally understand where you’re coming from. I still recommend both bc they are appealing in different ways. The color science is different between the two, and one may be more appealing to someone than the other. Also, the film simulations are very cool. I just wasn’t into them as much as I thought I would be. Then there’s the aesthetic aspect: some just may prefer the Fuji bodies. I see the pros and cons of both!
I don't think people who do proper research into what camera/lenses to buy for their specific shooting criteria will make such mistakes... if you think Sony is destroying Fujifilm in every way, then you may need to do more research.
@@GrayGhostDog1 after using both, the most notable differences to me are the autofocus and full frame/APSC dynamic. I think both systems are great and would recommend them to all. The “advantages” of either system are basically just personal preference.
@@danvirchow I agree 100%! The closest things to get to my "needs and wants" without investing in more professional hybrid camera systems was the X-H series of cameras. I come extremely close to covering all my use cases. Fujifilm's AF performance in their latest cameras is good enough for me... it has a bunch more "pro-sumer" features than any full-frame camera near their price-points... AF is important, but it was not the only thing that mattered to me. Some of the perceived APS-C limitations I can workaround quite easily... what I find harder to overcome are skewing in my photos and jell-o/rolling shutter performance in video.
be careful bro, lots of fuji shooters hate it when people leave fuji for other systems. I guarantee youll get comments such as "sony has no soul" "color sucks" "sony is a computer" 😂
Ha, so far more people are with me than against me! I really do like both systems...Sony just works better for me!
How bad is EVF compared to the X-T5?
The X-T5 EVF is better but not by a mile or anything.
@@danvirchow Thanks! Can't decide between fuji xt5 and A7cII. Need a camera for traveling (photo only). Have an a7III with two heavy zoom lenses + Fuji x100v right now. Sony is just too heavy and so unpleasant to use and Fuji...not much lighter than Sony, especially in pair with 16-80 f4.
Maybe I should just stick with what I have for now...
@@aleksandrmikhailov3255 I would personally recommend the A7C II for a travel camera. It’s smaller than the X-T5, and in my opinion, a more capable overall camera being full frame. Also, that autofocus is UNREAL. Hard to consider anything else once you’ve used it. Maybe go to your local camera store and play around with an A7C II or rent one!
@@danvirchow good idea actually. Thanks for the advice and for the video.
TL;DW: everyone with sony, so I got sony too. He does not actually says that, but that's what behind all of it. If you compare sizes, compare the lenses too…
For what's it is worth, I don't use neither sony, nor fuji.
That’s not correct at all 😂 I seek a high powered, compact camera. The Sony offers me more of what I was looking for.
"Funktionality" does not get together with a Sony A6x or A7c!
I owned a A6000 for years, than PEN F, than a GH6 (because of video). And I thouht: Holy Moly a cam can be sooo easy to handle.
I sold (not yet) the GH6 for a X-H2s, because it is a better Hybrid.
In terms of funktionality the X-H2s is not to be beaten: 7 (seven) custom modes plus video and PASM. (Mine: C1=6.2k open gate, C2=4K, C3=4k120, C4=FHD240, C5=BKT, C6= Panorama, C7=preshot up to 40FPS), plus sholder display which shows me the details that are dialed in, also in the dark, or off!
Just a click and you are good to go. Joystick and several custom buttons.
5.76mio 120p 0.8mag. Viewfinder.
no overheating
Cf ex B cards = faaast and cheap (+SD)
When I WAS a Sony A6 User I wished a FF in a compact and stylish form would come out. Exactly what a A7CII is. Pretty much. But I am 8 years more experienced now. Imho an A7C is a perfect cam for beginners.