How to EASILY Get Great Video out of the Sony A7C

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Published 2020-12-16

I was personally curious as to how the Standard profile on the Sony A7C performs and with a few tweaks, I was taken by surprise. It's by far the easiest and quickest way to get great looking footage out of this camera. If this is your first camera or if you're looking for an efficient way to get a great image, then I'd suggest shooting on Standard. Even if you're shooting on S-Log2, however, a few tweaks will get you a great starting point that also won't require much work.

As always, apologies for the cheeky title. The foundation of great quality footage is proper exposure I'd say so it's not completely off basis? 4K probably helps although I didn't mention that lol.

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Timestamps:
0:00 Who this video is for and the point of this video.
1:47 Default Standard (PP off)
2:24 Standard settings
3:01 S-Log2 settings
4:08 How to expose with Zebras
4:33 How to assign Zebras to a custom button
4:45 How I expose Standard
5:12 How I expose S-Log2
5:33 ETTR with Standard
5:50 Simple grading guideline
6:13 Is shooting S-Log2 worth it?
6:58 S-Log2 vs Standard colors
7:40 Who should be shooting in Standard?
7:57 Who should be shooting in S-Log2?
8:27 Final thoughts

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All Comments (21)

@loshombre2926 1 year ago

I know this video is a couple of years old, but as a beginner/aspiring videographer, the video was so comfortable for me to digest and retain information. The talking speed, even though a bit fast maybe for some, was fine to me, because the information quality was like a scalpel without unnecessary rambling. Very precise, thank you. Great video!
@WillBowers 3 years ago

Bro the algorithm blessed me with your channel today and MAN your stuff is fire. Cant wait for more
@truce11 3 years ago

Love the actual walkthrough (at good pace) outlining the steps. Not just telling us numbers
@youtubyfein 3 years ago

You nailed it in the intro! I just purchased my a7c and I have so much to learn. Thank you for the information.
@AllThingsFilm1 3 years ago

Excellent video. I just shot a couple tests using your settings for Standard and SLog2, and it really made an improvement to my footage. Now my A7C has gained even more value, even with just 8-bit recording abilities. Thanks so much. Cheers. (Oh, and I subscribed.)
@timothynz 2 years ago

There's something to be said about people who educate in a very calm and logical manner ... Glad I found this video!
@DaDavidVids 1 year ago

I've watched so many videos about this and yours explains the information in the clearest, least-cluttered way. Going to try these settings ASAP!
@yoursweetlesha 3 months ago

I jusst bought my first Sony camera, and your video popped out on my feed! Thank you so much, it was so helpful and easy to comprehend!
@JohnDennery 3 years ago

I searched for "better video quality" and this was the first and last video I watched. Super helpful! I learned so much - thank you!
@hoshilandscape 1 year ago

素敵な映像ありがとうございました‼️ またよろしくお願い致します✨🎥
@garhwalidude 2 years ago

I liked the last part the most, ask your self the question do you really need it what are your needs?. Thanks for that great & genuine advice.
@NWRafael 1 year ago

Thank you for this video, I just picked up my A7c two days ago right before I go on a trip. The standard settings is going to help me on my vacation trip as I plan on doing some recording.
@BadiLattif 3 years ago

Just upgraded to the A7C from A6300 and this is exactly the kind of video I was looking for! Really well explained especially about using S-log for the sake of using S-log, subbed for more A7C content 👌🏽
@JackLowe 3 years ago

bruh... lol I've had the A7C for about a month now and have probably spent 100hours watching Gerald Undone, DunnaDidIt, and countless other channels talk about Picture Profiles and Dynamic Range, color science, etc. I have also been testing and filming shit around my house and outside testing out different settings, then bringing it back into Premiere, trying out tons of input corrective luts (HLG/Slog/Cine --> rec709) and creative luts. Then literally tonight, I decided that Standard is what I am going to use going forward. One hour later, I came across your channel starting with your video about why you sold your A7S iii, and later came upon this video and I wish I had saw this video sooner lol. It was a fun science experiment nonetheless, but I feel so much better knowing that I can focus on what matters, instead of having my head always thinking about exposure and colors, and then the work that will be needed after, etc. I'm digging your channel, subbed. Keep it going :]
@roshaansivasubramaniam7199 3 years ago

This was an awesome video man! I like the way you breakdown this advice. I’m a new A7C user and this is perfect! Looking forward to your future videos.
@ReelRoyalty 2 years ago

Man, what a great video! So helpful. All the information I need, at a good pace w/o over explained. Thanks again 👊🏽
@uncommonanom 3 years ago

Dude awesome video! made me tear up at the end cuz i've been putting way to much pressure on myself whether shooting in the standard profile or other picture profiles like an Slog2
@jonathantan3226 3 years ago

You are so real and to the point. Your comparison shots are so informative and well edited they don't need too much explanation. Theres no need for flamboyant antics, and your views are fresh, and beyond the cookie cutter standard. Please teach us more. Could I request something similar with the A7C for shooting photography? As a new user it is overwhelming navigating the world of 'shooting RAW and editing in Lightroom'.
@TimothyGordon 3 years ago

This is the most helpful, informative video on picture profiles and log profiles I’ve ever watched.. seriously helpful. Thank you.
@Hanch00 3 years ago

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