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For me, street photography is observation first, whether you do it in big cities like NY, Tokyo, Shanghai etc, or on your hometown. Anything can be interesting if you know how to frame it. Well, of course I'm biased to abstract-ish works like Leiter or Haas. Being able to make a nice images is bonus. You can't control people moving aroung, the lighting, the weather etc. Either wait patiently, or do it again on the next day. If you want to consistently make good images, perhaps consider studio work. Heck you can control practically anything... lol

"Leica cameras such as the Q2 or Q3, M10 or M11 are characterized by exceptional design and image quality." While looking for my first digital Leica, I learned that these are cameras that are prone to failure, are full of defects, very expensive, with very expensive service. The myth of the Lecia camera being reliable and built like a tank has been completely destroyed. All the Leica M8 cameras I checked had sensor defects. Someone will say, but these are old cameras. I have lots of older, serious and amateur cameras. They all work flawlessly mechanically and electronically. Please remember that the Leica M8 had a shutter that failed after only 15,000 photos. The Leica M9 was famous for sensor corrosion. The forums are full of entries about lines of dead pixels appearing on the matrices of various types of Leica cameras. As a Leica camera owner, I can only say that Leica has only two good things: propaganda + marketing, and lenses. Any other camera can take better photos. Any other camera is more efficient and more comfortable to photograph. Those who dream of a Leica camera should forget about it and spend the money on a good lens for their system. This will be ten times more beneficial. And Fuji has nothing to do with Leica.

Leica “Look” without it being a Leica is just a look…

This is exactly right! I agree completely. The hunt for the best gear and the perfect photo can be limiting. Just shoot and shoot a lot!

Life long introvert and photographer and I would never do street photography, I don't believe I have the right to be in someone's face to take their photograph, I far more prefer candid photography where i can observe people acting naturally and be unobtrusive, I've never agreed with street photography in terms of using say a nifty fifty and it being obvious i'm taking your photo, that, to me, is just rude. Others may say doing it from a distance is just as bad or worse but as we all know taking a photograph in a public place is not illegal and i'd rather do it and as i say have someone acting normally instead of being irritated or angry at me and you already know that is going to happen as a street photographer so in my mind you're deliberately trying to get that reaction from someone who was just going about their day, minding their own business.

Good point, thanks

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Please, any additional comment when comparing with Fujinon 18mm F2? I just sold mine because I didn't like the rendering. Considering this Voigtlander.

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There is one serious problem with this otherwise excellent lens - a lot of people will want to use this for street photography - however the focus throw on the manual focus ring is very, very short for the distances you are likely to want to set it to for zone focus street photography, e.g. set it to 2M distance and f8 - tiny movements are required and it's largely impossible to see what distance you are set at that longer part of the distance scale. This is a real shame as otherwise the lens is a winner

I can buy a yeard old RX100 Mark III foor 450 euros. I want to try my hand in street photography, but also want to use it as an everyday camera (since I use a dumb phone) and to take lots and lots of photos in my trip to Norway next month. Good deal, or nah?

I laughed out loud when you mentioned the Ricoh HDF hahaha

Location scouting for movie productions. It invilves more than photography (such as researching property releases, licencubfmg, etc.).

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In case the ones in the video are not enough -here are 10 other ways to earn money as a Street Photographer: 1. Stock Photography Licensing While selling prints is a common way to make money, licensing your images for stock photography is often overlooked by street photographers. Platforms such as Getty Images or Shutterstock offer a venue where your photos can be used by businesses, publishers, and advertisers. The key here is to ensure that any identifiable people have signed model releases, making your images legal for commercial use. 2. Editorial Assignments and Syndication Street photography skillfully captures the zeitgeist of society, making these images valuable for editorial content. Pitch story ideas accompanied by your photography to newspapers, magazines, and online publications. Additionally, syndicating your work allows multiple outlets to use your photos, generating recurring income from the same set of images. 3. Digital Products Beyond physical prints, digital products offer a scalable way to monetize your work. Think of creating preset packs, e-guides on street photography techniques, or even virtual tours of your most iconic shots. These products cater to both budding photographers looking to emulate your style and enthusiasts eager to learn more about the stories behind your images. 4. Exhibition Fees and Speaking Engagements Organize exhibitions of your work at galleries, cafes, or community centers. Charging an entrance fee or selling tickets to these events adds an additional revenue stream. Furthermore, as you build your reputation, opportunities for paid speaking engagements at photography conferences, seminars, and educational institutions may arise. 5. Collaborative Projects and Grants Partner with NGOs, local businesses, or cultural institutions for funded photography projects. These collaborations could involve documenting community issues, promoting local tourism, or capturing cultural events. Additionally, apply for grants specifically aimed at artists and photographers to fund your street photography projects. 6. Content Creation for Social Media In the era of digital marketing, content is king. Offer your services to brands looking for authentic imagery for their social media platforms. Your street photography can add a layer of realism and relatability to a brand's online presence, distinguishing it from competitors using generic stock photos. 7. NFTs and Digital Art Platforms The digital art market, especially Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), has opened up new avenues for photographers. Selling your street photography as NFTs on platforms like OpenSea or Rarible not only diversifies your income but also secures your rights as the creator through blockchain technology. 8. Subscription-Based Models Consider launching a Patreon or a members-only section on your website, where fans can support you directly. Offer exclusive content such as behind-the-scenes videos, early access to new collections, and private webinars discussing your techniques and experiences. 9. Merchandising Use your iconic images to design merchandise like t-shirts, posters, calendars, or phone cases. This approach not only serves as a promotional tool but also as a creative outlet for your followers to engage with and support your work. 10. Urban Exploration Tours Offer guided tours showcasing your favorite shooting locations, teaching participants how to capture the essence of the urban landscape through your eyes. This hands-on experience combines education, travel, and photography, appealing to a broad audience. Do you have any additional ideas?

I guess 24mm is right out then... 😿

I used to think that I need every lens. One set with 28mm and 50mm, because that's what everyone uses. One 35mm, because of course. One 40mm, because it's the best of both worlds according to people. Now I think it doesn't matter.

I've bought it but I'm still trying to understand if it's worth or not, as the manual focus it's a big limit

Are we talking about the 35 mm ff or aps c 35? It's not clear to me

my 23 f1.4 is glued to my xt5. beste grüße 🙂

I love the step zoom function on my Canon G7Xii, helping me to figure out which focal length(s) I tend to prefer shooting in vs the results that I prefer for future GAS purposes. With regular zoom the focal lengths are too random, but at least with step they're fixed to 24, 28, 35, 50, 85 & 100mm on this camera at least. 👍

Even here in the San Francisco Bay Area I feel that both 35mm and 28mm are too wide. Too many distractions, and people are wary of cameras. Have recently switched to 50mm and now 85mm.

I own three 35 mm lenses which answers this question without even asking it. And a 40 mm Voigtländer btw.

I had to skip after that sip sound. Sorry!

How much do you want to be disconnected from the scene? How close and immersed in the scene do you want you to be? Questions and decisions! You need to ask yourself what creates your narrative and emotion. After years of experimenting with 50, 35 and 28, I like close with layers so I shoot primarily with a 24mm as it allows more dynamism and impact but you must get very close, so its not a focal length for beginners nor those with confidence issues!

I'm a 35mm street shooter. So I love my X100V. My second system is now the Pana S5-II and I combine this with the Sigma 45. No experience till now, but it's the smallest AF lens for this camera.

Well, personally I like both. Depending on where i go and what king of images I'm trying to achieve, i use every focal lenght. I shot from 16mm to 300mm. The letter is quite hard to make use for street and dont use very often, but i managed to get some interesting justapositions with it. I usually live between 28 and 50, with some 50's cropped to the 70-80ish, intentional at moment of the shot. Although everyone may eventually find a sweet spot,I think its interesting to try everything and give some time to it, after all there are great recognized photographers doing great work with all of them, from fish eye to super tele

I really love your videos and even more your photos. I get that having a little coffee/tea during a video sets a mood/vibe. A lot of youtubers do it. I wish they would just move the mic away from their throats. That gulping sound when swallowing really kills the mood. Just my two cents. Great video, as always. I really appreciate you. Thank you.

50mm users be like

i prefer to be close while using 28mm. Good comparison 👍🏻

Ich bin aktuell bei Fujifilm sogar eher beim 23mmf2 und dem 50mmf2.

Team 28mm here🙋🏻‍♂️ #team_28mm

Moin Meister..... Da mein Kamerasystem MfT ist, kann ich mit 28mm oder 35mm nur bedingt mithalten. Für meine Art der Fotografie auf der Straße passt am besten das Lumix 25mm f1.7 (50mm FB). Oder das Sigma 30mm f2.8 (60 mm FB) oder das extrem scharfe Sigma 60mm f2.8 ( 120mm FB), wenn mehr Abstand gewollt ist. Das Sigma 19 mm f2.8 (38mm FB) ist für mich schon zu weitwinkelig, fotografiere ich (noch) zu ungern mit, weshalb es meist daheim bleibt. Und ja, ich nehme immer nur eine Festbrennweite mit, ansonsten wechselt man zu oft hin und her und verpasst dann das eine oder andere. 😉 Grüße aus Berlin...... :)

Ich bevorzuge die Ricoh GR III mit den 18mm 😁