Totally Agree. I shoot M43, and I have lost track of the number of times other shooters sneer at me, while they lug around their Full Frame gear. I like travel and street photography, and weight is important if you are carrying your gear all day or packing your bags to a weight limit on a flight. For me M43 is the just best tool for the job right now.
I'm into portraits and generally isolating my subject, I get shit from people who think I just want full frame for status or because I've been watching too much youtube. I went from phone to rx100IV to ZVE10 ( since i wanted to also shoot videos) and now Lumix S5II - this was the moment i didn't feel the need to upgrade to a larger sensor anymore, sure there's medium format but this is good enough for me at this time. The truth is I would love to get the same background blur / bokeh / defocus / whatever you wanna call it with a smaller sensor camera, but i cannot. Using f1.2 voigtlanders on a full frame would be the equivalent of f 0.6. My back hurts when I carry this thing with me for a long time, it costs more, I have small hands so the body is a bit too big for comfort, it looks big and intimidating so it's difficult to shoot random people with it... Leica would be the choice but I can't afford it right now...
I would never sneer at an M43 user! If I would witness a full-framer making snearing comments to an M43 user, I would deem the FF user being an idiot in the need of compensating for something 😉 It is true that M43 faces a hard time now (in the post Olympus era) with an ongoingly shrinking market share. But that's probably not because of something wrong with M43 per se, but because of strategically questionable OM decisions (namely: focusing on most expensive, profitable 'professional'-ish bodies and lenses, that is: large and heavy ones). This way, they try to compete in a field where they are condemned to lose, and at the same time, betray their original brand core values (of being very small and lightweight). But if I see someone with 'traditional' Oly gear (that is: very small and lightweight), on a long and straining hike, I'd probably be a bit jealous 😏
If your goal was to have street cred and feel the slow methodical tactile experience of missing the shot in classic chrome you'll be fine. Fujifilm is for vibes photography. I have various cameras from them. They suck, but if you're okay with that you can have fun. 😎
@@-grey What a weird thing to say, Fuji cameras are absolutely fine for any type of photography. The AF might not be as good as a Sony camera, but in all others factors they are great. I use mine for wildlife and random street/landscape photography and it holds up just as well as a comparable Nikon or Canon.
Well said Tom. According to the internet I’m a total loser as I’ve gone for a measly 20mp micro four thirds camera, but having tried and hired heaps of brands and sensor sizes before deciding, it just happens to be best for me. Small, compact/lightweight, weather sealed. It’s a far better camera than I am a photographer so it should do me for years to come.
According to the internet I'm just a rich fanboy who are obsessed with zeiss and sony because I bought sony A7r3 and a full batis lens lineup. People said 40+mpx is too much, the sigma lens is more affordable with better spec, nikon Z and their S line up are far more superior, zeiss is just a brand, not a quality mark. Why does people always try to make them better by criticizing other people? Why can't they respect other people's decision and be happy with what is on their hand?
That very first point is so important. All of them good. I was absolutely sure in 2018 that I was going to buy Fujifilm. Beautiful cameras but I hated the feel of the buttons and dials. Next to the Fujifilm display was Olympus. Specs with megapixels was less and smaller sensor but the experience of the control spoke to me. I still enjoy my first Olympus for street photography, the E-M10 Mark II, even though I’ve got two other bodies. The pandemic hit and I used focus stacking and Pro-Capture mode regularly, features that were not available with the Fujifilm at the time. Features I didn’t buy the Olympus system for but was so glad I ended up buying that system over Fujifilm.
@@RobShootPhotos that’s interesting. I absolutely hate the controls and menus of my Olympus, i basically use it as a point and shoot to not have to interact with the controls. And love everything about my Fujifilm.
I’m on my sixth camera since 2011. Started on dslr nikon, went to nex, fuji (my first new camera), canon rp, A6300, and now I went to an old Nikon D7100 and i think i’m loving it more than the others all together. Never thought i’de go Dslr again, best choice I’ve ever made.
Right on. I'm a professional and use older camera bodies. It's much better to spend the extra cash on other tools that make the job easier, whether it is investing in better lenses, lighting, or (gasp) learning. I also never bother looking at MP count for a camera, because nowadays so many other things will affect your image quality. I also agree with not worrying about sensor size because as Tom stated some advantages/disadvantages. An additional argument for crop sensors is considering the larger depth of focus as an advantage. Everyone always states this as a disadvantage, but imagine that you can have your lenses wide open to let in more light and still get more in focus. You'll only find this valuable if you throw away too many shots because your focus is soft, or your composition is off because not everything you want is in your focal plane. An additional small nuance that I've made a mistake and am learning from is the ecosystem idea. I use the Lumix MFT cameras for video and Nikon FF cameras for photo. I also adapt my Nikon lenses to my Lumix cameras. An argument can be made in this situation that I should have invested into Canon because the MFT adapters can pass electronic information to the Lumix camera. That would include things like autofocus, or more importantly for me, focal length that aids in the camera's IBIS algorhithms. This is a specific case, but I thought I'd put it out in the discussion.
Last week I bought my first camera and lens: an Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II with a Panasonic Lumix G Vario 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH Power O.I.S. All from mpb, and everything works amazing! I can't wait to try them even more 😍
Mm, running an A/B on A7CR and X-T50 rn. I had the money to buy both so I did. It's been very revealing. The X has the edge in soul and wit and tactility. The R is clean and clinical. Reaching for the X more often than not. Proof that spending more doesn't always guarantee more sympatico with your gear.
Couldn't agree more. On the topic of sensor size, I was convinced that having a bigger sensor was better, but of late I have been using MFT quite a lot and had just purchased a used GH4 for $200 which seems to be quite an amazing hybrid option considering the age of it. While great quality lenses are important, at least with purchasing 2nd hand it can give one the opportunity to try different systems without breaking the bank. Great video as always Tom.
I wanted a camera that can record video using mechanical shutter, and that can record without stopping. I did eventually buy a Lumix G95, but because I looked at so many specifications, I forgot about these priorities of mechanical shutter, so I decided that the G95 would be great because of unlimited recording. Then I found that the video gets grainy, after I set it to Base ISO in video. There are so many fine details about camera info, and part of my problem was caused by the fact that no one ever mentions the graininess of the video and the lack of mechanical shutter. Not only that, but the video wasn't in 10-bit format like my previous camera, so the colors weren't as great. I need to make lists of each camera specs without forgetting, because I can't contain everything in my mind when the information is so plenty.
After going through a slew of used cameras trying to find something I really enjoyed. Fuji, Canon, Nikon, Lumix. I finally looked into Sony again and really enjoyed the form factor of the a7rii instead of the new ones that seem so chunkyyyy. And have been very happy adapting old lenses to that and having all the Sony offerings available. I also found a great deal on an olympis omd em10 with the two kit lenses and I have been so surprised! Reallyyy fun tiny camera with colors I've enjoyed more then the 3 Fuji's I went through 😅 but has been a fun journey diving into the old camera market now. Never been a better time to get used.
I wouldn't say Canon's RF lenses are high quality. Their whole lineup is designed for bait and switch with their ultra cheap and ultra expensive options only. No midrange options means you are going to have to spend more than you intended if the cheap lenses aren't good enough for you. And to top that off the cheap lenses are intentionally designed with deal breaking flaws so you are really enticed to spend a ton of money once you get baited into the system.
Good point about buying used! Many of the new camera models underperform their own brands from just a few years ago. Canon R100 just one blatant example of a "crippled" new offering. Manufacturers are just trying to sell new glass (as mentioned) or forcing the buyer into a higher priced camera to get the desired features. Buy a used a camera at the right price and can many times resell at a profit!
For most people the tech advances that have occurred since 2019 are basically negligible. You really have to be in the top percentage of high intensity use cases to even notice the difference.
Fortunately, I’m not someone who is brand-biased, as I often rent cameras for the projects I work on. I’m also grateful to have used cameras from almost all modern camera brands (except Leica, which is out of my reach). So, I understand the strengths and weaknesses of each brand, and I can probably match the camera choice to the specific needs of different uses. However, when it comes to owning a camera, I tend to lean towards buying one that is hybrid, simple, and versatile enough to meet casual needs. That’s why, to this day, I feel like the Sony A6000 is sufficient for me.. and bunch of budget lenses collection 😁
I had a Canon rebel T7 for a little over a year, and last month I bought a 6D, mainly because the lowlight capabilities but that weak low pass filter has my photos even at times looking too sharp 😅 but man I love this camera and it's images are fantastic for 300$ I know I said I'd buy the smallest camera and fit the biggest lenses on it, but I'm definitely not regretting this buy
Totally agree with you! Specially nowadays, Camera would have very unwanted features with higher price tag! Such as Video capabilities which I don't use at all. Camera life for me is mostly about shooting scenery, buildings and interiors. I definitely don't need to pay high end video capable camera body for nothing!
Three months ago I bought a Fuji GFX 100 II thinking the 102mp would be a big improvement but comparing shots with my 24mp Canon R3 where the field of view is the same it really wasn't that big of a difference. The Fuji is nice and does have some benefits they just weren't enough to run two systems and I traded it in on a R5 II.
@@AI3Dorinte I do 95% wildlife. I picked up the Fuji and 500mm and 45-100 for more traditional medium format shooting. But comparing the Fuji and R3 with RF600 F4 with same field of view the Fuji didn't impress me. I knew the autofocus and fps would be slower but thought it would be good for larger slower mammals but not enough to run two systems so I got the R5 II and 100-500.
@@kilohotel6750 yeah, not a great choice for wild life. Rather think it's good for portrait first and then maybe landscape. I understand why you would say that.
When people ask me I tell them to get an older full frame dslr. Learn on that and then they can start exploring other more modern options if they wish. I usually direct them to a Nikon D700.
Buy used to save money and choose your brand based on what u like about the ecosystem (e.g. Canon colors, Fujifilm film simulations, Sony's autofocus). Invest more money on lenses than your camera body. Lastly, spend your money wisely 👍don't buy expensive gear you can't afford, photography is supposed to make u happy, not depressed and in debt.
Right now I'm in the process of upgrading from my Lumix G90. I love it, but since a few month I'm getting more serious in my video shooting. I was considering the G9 which would be more than enough for me, but I really don't like that old school DSLR like digital display on the top. So I considered the E-M1 iii or OM-1 mark i, since I like Olympus lenses a lot. I finally decided that I'm going to future proof my aquisition with the G9 ii. I know I'm not being "rational" or whatever. But I already know that I won't enjoy that old digital display on the G9.
I think the nice thing about "brands" is if you are looking for cheap 2nd hand gear the most sold models you are looking at will give you more availability and 2nd hand chances. Especially if you are the type who repairs gear
Surprised you didn't suggest renting (when available) the camera/lenses for a week before buying. It's not cheap but cheaper than buying stuff that doesn't work out
Camera brands are all good but you will still get very different levels of support from them. You can have a Canon or Sony body repaired in a week but Leica will make you wait for a month or even more. Hasselblad will send your camera to Sweden for similar period of time. For pros it's not about what is better (everythig is good enough). It's about dependability. If you have a photoshoot for which you need to hire a model or rent a lot of equipment you don't really want your camera to fail on you. And if it does you want to repair it quickly and get a standby camera from the service. This is how Canon got so big. By making 5D series the most dependable camera in the world.
Think it depends on your hands. I recently traded my X-H2 for an OM-1.2 as it just fits my hand so much better. I had to contort my hand to use the front dial on the Fuji, whereas with the OM, everything just falls into place. To each their own though. There’s no right or wrong!
I do think budget is different for everyone... For someone $1000 for a full set camera gimbal and tripod is budget for others this is way to expensive... The recommendation will always depend on the usage, some people need 4k 60 others 10 bit. Also some people need 5 lenses others just 1
There's only one mistake you can make when buying your first camera. And that's getting a canon. I don't care if its proven that their R6 ii is extremely good or if their rf lenses are superior in some way, the fact that they have let their fans down so many times, is undefendable. Still releasing dslr's when every other brand were making mirrorless... And no third party af lenses for rf mount for the longest time?? Come on! I loved my canon 5d Mk4 but I regret not getting Sony or Nikon from the very beginning.. now happily using Sigma, Tamron and Sony lenses on my Sony camera.
Regarding #4: Isn't this piece of advice a bit outdated? Sure, back in the day, people unfortunately stuck to the horrible kit lenses of their Canon 350Ds, but these day, kit lenses are actually pretty decent. Some are even great. It's not like current nifty fifties like the Lumix 50mm f/1.8 or Fuji XC 35mm f/2 are bad either.
Was looking into cameras. Now also looking into lenses. Maybe I should've think this more before buying a $1200 smartphone 😂. Oh well. Portability really 😁.
Buy the best camera you can afford right away so you don't have to buy a new one later on. And always buy the latest you can. It's not your responsibility to help get rid of left over stock. Go for the best and F the rest.
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Totally Agree. I shoot M43, and I have lost track of the number of times other shooters sneer at me, while they lug around their Full Frame gear.
I like travel and street photography, and weight is important if you are carrying your gear all day or packing your bags to a weight limit on a flight.
For me M43 is the just best tool for the job right now.
I'm into portraits and generally isolating my subject, I get shit from people who think I just want full frame for status or because I've been watching too much youtube. I went from phone to rx100IV to ZVE10 ( since i wanted to also shoot videos) and now Lumix S5II - this was the moment i didn't feel the need to upgrade to a larger sensor anymore, sure there's medium format but this is good enough for me at this time. The truth is I would love to get the same background blur / bokeh / defocus / whatever you wanna call it with a smaller sensor camera, but i cannot. Using f1.2 voigtlanders on a full frame would be the equivalent of f 0.6. My back hurts when I carry this thing with me for a long time, it costs more, I have small hands so the body is a bit too big for comfort, it looks big and intimidating so it's difficult to shoot random people with it... Leica would be the choice but I can't afford it right now...
What M43 are you using currently? Was thinking or this or Sony/Canon atm. But I'm not knowledgeable on M43 at the moment.
@@joelconolly5574 I shoot an Olympus Pen EP5 for Street, and an OMD 1 Mark ii for Travel
I would never sneer at an M43 user! If I would witness a full-framer making snearing comments to an M43 user, I would deem the FF user being an idiot in the need of compensating for something 😉
It is true that M43 faces a hard time now (in the post Olympus era) with an ongoingly shrinking market share. But that's probably not because of something wrong with M43 per se, but because of strategically questionable OM decisions (namely: focusing on most expensive, profitable 'professional'-ish bodies and lenses, that is: large and heavy ones).
This way, they try to compete in a field where they are condemned to lose, and at the same time, betray their original brand core values (of being very small and lightweight).
But if I see someone with 'traditional' Oly gear (that is: very small and lightweight), on a long and straining hike, I'd probably be a bit jealous 😏
Bruh, 2 hours ago I’ve finally bought my own Fujifilm, and now you’re releasing this video lol
If your goal was to have street cred and feel the slow methodical tactile experience of missing the shot in classic chrome you'll be fine. Fujifilm is for vibes photography. I have various cameras from them. They suck, but if you're okay with that you can have fun. 😎
@@-grey lol, my last camera is a 2014 Nikon dslr, not much to downgrade.
@@MattAnART it will feel about the same but lighter and sexier. 😎
@@-grey What a weird thing to say, Fuji cameras are absolutely fine for any type of photography. The AF might not be as good as a Sony camera, but in all others factors they are great. I use mine for wildlife and random street/landscape photography and it holds up just as well as a comparable Nikon or Canon.
I did this, was using mft but had a rush of blood to my head and without thinking it through I bought a Fuji xt5, selling it now to go back to mft
Well said Tom. According to the internet I’m a total loser as I’ve gone for a measly 20mp micro four thirds camera, but having tried and hired heaps of brands and sensor sizes before deciding, it just happens to be best for me.
Small, compact/lightweight, weather sealed. It’s a far better camera than I am a photographer so it should do me for years to come.
According to the internet I'm just a rich fanboy who are obsessed with zeiss and sony because I bought sony A7r3 and a full batis lens lineup. People said 40+mpx is too much, the sigma lens is more affordable with better spec, nikon Z and their S line up are far more superior, zeiss is just a brand, not a quality mark. Why does people always try to make them better by criticizing other people? Why can't they respect other people's decision and be happy with what is on their hand?
@@aperture147 Exactly that. If mine works for me and yours works for you, that’s all that matters!
That very first point is so important. All of them good. I was absolutely sure in 2018 that I was going to buy Fujifilm. Beautiful cameras but I hated the feel of the buttons and dials.
Next to the Fujifilm display was Olympus. Specs with megapixels was less and smaller sensor but the experience of the control spoke to me.
I still enjoy my first Olympus for street photography, the E-M10 Mark II, even though I’ve got two other bodies.
The pandemic hit and I used focus stacking and Pro-Capture mode regularly, features that were not available with the Fujifilm at the time. Features I didn’t buy the Olympus system for but was so glad I ended up buying that system over Fujifilm.
@@RobShootPhotos that’s interesting. I absolutely hate the controls and menus of my Olympus, i basically use it as a point and shoot to not have to interact with the controls. And love everything about my Fujifilm.
I’m on my sixth camera since 2011. Started on dslr nikon, went to nex, fuji (my first new camera), canon rp, A6300, and now I went to an old Nikon D7100 and i think i’m loving it more than the others all together. Never thought i’de go Dslr again, best choice I’ve ever made.
Right on. I'm a professional and use older camera bodies. It's much better to spend the extra cash on other tools that make the job easier, whether it is investing in better lenses, lighting, or (gasp) learning. I also never bother looking at MP count for a camera, because nowadays so many other things will affect your image quality. I also agree with not worrying about sensor size because as Tom stated some advantages/disadvantages. An additional argument for crop sensors is considering the larger depth of focus as an advantage. Everyone always states this as a disadvantage, but imagine that you can have your lenses wide open to let in more light and still get more in focus. You'll only find this valuable if you throw away too many shots because your focus is soft, or your composition is off because not everything you want is in your focal plane.
An additional small nuance that I've made a mistake and am learning from is the ecosystem idea. I use the Lumix MFT cameras for video and Nikon FF cameras for photo. I also adapt my Nikon lenses to my Lumix cameras. An argument can be made in this situation that I should have invested into Canon because the MFT adapters can pass electronic information to the Lumix camera. That would include things like autofocus, or more importantly for me, focal length that aids in the camera's IBIS algorhithms. This is a specific case, but I thought I'd put it out in the discussion.
I just bought a Canon 5D Mark IV used for $700, older is the way to go
Last week I bought my first camera and lens: an Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II with a Panasonic Lumix G Vario 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH Power O.I.S.
All from mpb, and everything works amazing!
I can't wait to try them even more 😍
Mm, running an A/B on A7CR and X-T50 rn. I had the money to buy both so I did. It's been very revealing. The X has the edge in soul and wit and tactility. The R is clean and clinical. Reaching for the X more often than not. Proof that spending more doesn't always guarantee more sympatico with your gear.
what kind of photography do you make?
Couldn't agree more.
On the topic of sensor size, I was convinced that having a bigger sensor was better, but of late I have been using MFT quite a lot and had just purchased a used GH4 for $200 which seems to be quite an amazing hybrid option considering the age of it.
While great quality lenses are important, at least with purchasing 2nd hand it can give one the opportunity to try different systems without breaking the bank.
Great video as always Tom.
2;57 she pressed the top of the film advance lever like a shutter hehehehe
I wanted a camera that can record video using mechanical shutter, and that can record without stopping. I did eventually buy a Lumix G95, but because I looked at so many specifications, I forgot about these priorities of mechanical shutter, so I decided that the G95 would be great because of unlimited recording. Then I found that the video gets grainy, after I set it to Base ISO in video. There are so many fine details about camera info, and part of my problem was caused by the fact that no one ever mentions the graininess of the video and the lack of mechanical shutter. Not only that, but the video wasn't in 10-bit format like my previous camera, so the colors weren't as great. I need to make lists of each camera specs without forgetting, because I can't contain everything in my mind when the information is so plenty.
After going through a slew of used cameras trying to find something I really enjoyed. Fuji, Canon, Nikon, Lumix. I finally looked into Sony again and really enjoyed the form factor of the a7rii instead of the new ones that seem so chunkyyyy. And have been very happy adapting old lenses to that and having all the Sony offerings available. I also found a great deal on an olympis omd em10 with the two kit lenses and I have been so surprised! Reallyyy fun tiny camera with colors I've enjoyed more then the 3 Fuji's I went through 😅 but has been a fun journey diving into the old camera market now. Never been a better time to get used.
I wouldn't say Canon's RF lenses are high quality. Their whole lineup is designed for bait and switch with their ultra cheap and ultra expensive options only. No midrange options means you are going to have to spend more than you intended if the cheap lenses aren't good enough for you. And to top that off the cheap lenses are intentionally designed with deal breaking flaws so you are really enticed to spend a ton of money once you get baited into the system.
Good point about buying used! Many of the new camera models underperform their own brands from just a few years ago. Canon R100 just one blatant example of a "crippled" new offering. Manufacturers are just trying to sell new glass (as mentioned) or forcing the buyer into a higher priced camera to get the desired features. Buy a used a camera at the right price and can many times resell at a profit!
For most people the tech advances that have occurred since 2019 are basically negligible. You really have to be in the top percentage of high intensity use cases to even notice the difference.
@@-grey that was six years ago. You aren't fooling anyone when you say advances have been negligible since then. Autofocus alone.... 🦕👆🏻
Fortunately, I’m not someone who is brand-biased, as I often rent cameras for the projects I work on. I’m also grateful to have used cameras from almost all modern camera brands (except Leica, which is out of my reach). So, I understand the strengths and weaknesses of each brand, and I can probably match the camera choice to the specific needs of different uses. However, when it comes to owning a camera, I tend to lean towards buying one that is hybrid, simple, and versatile enough to meet casual needs. That’s why, to this day, I feel like the Sony A6000 is sufficient for me.. and bunch of budget lenses collection 😁
I had a Canon rebel T7 for a little over a year, and last month I bought a 6D, mainly because the lowlight capabilities but that weak low pass filter has my photos even at times looking too sharp 😅 but man I love this camera and it's images are fantastic for 300$ I know I said I'd buy the smallest camera and fit the biggest lenses on it, but I'm definitely not regretting this buy
Totally agree with you! Specially nowadays, Camera would have very unwanted features with higher price tag! Such as Video capabilities which I don't use at all. Camera life for me is mostly about shooting scenery, buildings and interiors. I definitely don't need to pay high end video capable camera body for nothing!
Three months ago I bought a Fuji GFX 100 II thinking the 102mp would be a big improvement but comparing shots with my 24mp Canon R3 where the field of view is the same it really wasn't that big of a difference. The Fuji is nice and does have some benefits they just weren't enough to run two systems and I traded it in on a R5 II.
what sort of photography do you make?
Only a fool would think that they need 100!
@@samhardy2038 you don't get to set limits on art... you're the fool if you do it, the only question is: is he benefiting his art with that tool?
@@AI3Dorinte I do 95% wildlife. I picked up the Fuji and 500mm and 45-100 for more traditional medium format shooting. But comparing the Fuji and R3 with RF600 F4 with same field of view the Fuji didn't impress me. I knew the autofocus and fps would be slower but thought it would be good for larger slower mammals but not enough to run two systems so I got the R5 II and 100-500.
@@kilohotel6750 yeah, not a great choice for wild life. Rather think it's good for portrait first and then maybe landscape. I understand why you would say that.
When people ask me I tell them to get an older full frame dslr. Learn on that and then they can start exploring other more modern options if they wish. I usually direct them to a Nikon D700.
Nikon D200 for my Nikkor AF 75-300mm f4.5-5.6 will arrive soon🔥
@@ru2ik dawg the d200 is my first camera 🔥🔥🔥
300mm is amazing how much did you get it for?
@@Sky_Watchers my dad gave it to me. Btw this lens are from 1989
Words of Photo wisdom! Thanks TC, hope your move is working out.
Buy used to save money and choose your brand based on what u like about the ecosystem (e.g. Canon colors, Fujifilm film simulations, Sony's autofocus). Invest more money on lenses than your camera body. Lastly, spend your money wisely 👍don't buy expensive gear you can't afford, photography is supposed to make u happy, not depressed and in debt.
I love this channel. He makes videos that are the perfect size for my folding phone's outer screen. 👍
Right now I'm in the process of upgrading from my Lumix G90. I love it, but since a few month I'm getting more serious in my video shooting. I was considering the G9 which would be more than enough for me, but I really don't like that old school DSLR like digital display on the top. So I considered the E-M1 iii or OM-1 mark i, since I like Olympus lenses a lot.
I finally decided that I'm going to future proof my aquisition with the G9 ii. I know I'm not being "rational" or whatever. But I already know that I won't enjoy that old digital display on the G9.
I think the nice thing about "brands" is if you are looking for cheap 2nd hand gear the most sold models you are looking at will give you more availability and 2nd hand chances. Especially if you are the type who repairs gear
Hey i just ordered a used Canon EOS 500D for my photojournalism in school i hope its good lol
Surprised you didn't suggest renting (when available) the camera/lenses for a week before buying. It's not cheap but cheaper than buying stuff that doesn't work out
thank you
I was guilty of all these things... Im a much happier person now that I can ignore these beginner mistakes.
Good info thank you
Camera brands are all good but you will still get very different levels of support from them. You can have a Canon or Sony body repaired in a week but Leica will make you wait for a month or even more. Hasselblad will send your camera to Sweden for similar period of time. For pros it's not about what is better (everythig is good enough). It's about dependability. If you have a photoshoot for which you need to hire a model or rent a lot of equipment you don't really want your camera to fail on you. And if it does you want to repair it quickly and get a standby camera from the service. This is how Canon got so big. By making 5D series the most dependable camera in the world.
The hand feel of canons are so good but a Fuji isn’t bad because in general they are smaller and the smaller handgrip is still good
Think it depends on your hands. I recently traded my X-H2 for an OM-1.2 as it just fits my hand so much better. I had to contort my hand to use the front dial on the Fuji, whereas with the OM, everything just falls into place.
To each their own though. There’s no right or wrong!
Can you make a vidio on a budget camera eco stystem e.g gimbal +tripod+camera!
I do think budget is different for everyone... For someone $1000 for a full set camera gimbal and tripod is budget for others this is way to expensive... The recommendation will always depend on the usage, some people need 4k 60 others 10 bit.
Also some people need 5 lenses others just 1
It will also depend if you are willing to buy used
I have a Nikon D4s,Sony A1,Sony a7cr and a Fuji xpro2….love all of them,although I don’t use the Nikon too much now….
Have the Nikon D7200, D300, Canon 6D, Sony A7 III and Lumix G7, G80 love them all they all do different things better.
I used to hear something like "My father's son-in-law's roommate's girlfriend's sister's husband's cousin uses Nikon, so you should, also".
I love your energy 😆😆
There's only one mistake you can make when buying your first camera. And that's getting a canon. I don't care if its proven that their R6 ii is extremely good or if their rf lenses are superior in some way, the fact that they have let their fans down so many times, is undefendable. Still releasing dslr's when every other brand were making mirrorless... And no third party af lenses for rf mount for the longest time?? Come on! I loved my canon 5d Mk4 but I regret not getting Sony or Nikon from the very beginning.. now happily using Sigma, Tamron and Sony lenses on my Sony camera.
Regarding #4: Isn't this piece of advice a bit outdated? Sure, back in the day, people unfortunately stuck to the horrible kit lenses of their Canon 350Ds, but these day, kit lenses are actually pretty decent. Some are even great. It's not like current nifty fifties like the Lumix 50mm f/1.8 or Fuji XC 35mm f/2 are bad either.
I made the mistake of getting the Nikon Zf...sexy looking camera with shitty ergonomics. Should've splurged on the z8.
I'm pretty sure I ignored all of these advices, but at the end of the day, I'm happy with my overpriced camera 🤣
Was looking into cameras. Now also looking into lenses. Maybe I should've think this more before buying a $1200 smartphone 😂. Oh well. Portability really 😁.
Finna get another R50 with a 10-18 and 18-150 with uv filters and a 256gb card for $740 on marketplace 😁
Wow, I was gonna buy a fujifilm XT3 and this video just came out
I don’t think I’m gonna go with a canon r100 now, sice used stuff can be more useful in the long run
edit: really cool video and tips tho!
1:56 What is this camera?
Looks like a lumix gm1 or gm5? 🤔
Did you really get an anamorphic cinema lens for youtube??
Buy the best camera you can afford right away so you don't have to buy a new one later on. And always buy the latest you can. It's not your responsibility to help get rid of left over stock. Go for the best and F the rest.
Microwave finally gonna buy a camera because of you!
Next video: Top 5 reasons that using the wrong camera is more interesting.
so, like.. by marrying lenses and dating cameras you mean.. like.. cheating?..
@@nekitkat more like phwock the lenses and cwock the bodies 💀🤣
Why the odd video ratio? You appear to be stuffed into the available frame height.
@@finesse49 he used an anamorphic cinema lens which creates vids with the panoramic looks.
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camera is where i lost my most money. im never buying one again. also im not PRO.
God I HATE those stupid video clips. So cheesy.
2 views at 53 seconds bro fell off
Just don’t buy Sony
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