On this channel, you'll discover videos all about cameras. I create videos because a camera is like a friendly companion that helps us see the world better.
You could try the Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM, since it is good and cheap (that wide aperture will give a nice look); but it will only help if you're doing portraits or if you're filming something that is slightly farther away. It is a fixed lens, so no zooming. If you want the best of the best for filming subjects that are close to you, the Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM A (for Canon) is great, but expensive. There are a lot of options out there, these were just two. You could also buy a used lens, to avoid big costs - a good lens last more than a camera. Hope this info was helpful!
@@cameraexplorations you are welcome. My Oly had european rom,it has 30 min 4k rec limit. I record lots of live events and it was really disturbing....
I was gifted this camera back in 2018 and never really used it until now. I’m starting to get into the photography scene/vlogging. I’m still stuck with the stock lens atm. Any recommendations for a lens would much be appreciated.
That's a nice gift! Just get a Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM, for photography (it will help you in low light situations). For vlogging inside the house I use a Canon EF-S 24mm f/2.8 STM - where the camera is standing on a tripod (not sufficiently wide for handheld vlogging, but good in the house, on a tripod). You can buy Used/Second Hand Lenses to save money - a lens lasts more than a camera. There are many things that go into photography/vlogging, but just start with something, search online/watch RU-vid advice and build your path from there.
It allows you to change the Aperture Settings via the Large Dial located right next to it, when the camera is in Manual Mode. The switch can be in the OFF position, ON position, or on the line (3 functions). When it's set on the line (up), the aperture can be adjusted. In the middle position, the aperture is locked at the a desired setting (f/4.5, f/5.6, for example). Interestingly, on newer Canon DSLRs, it's usually the other way around - if the switch is pointing to the line, the aperture is locked and can't be changed in Manual mode. However, this is how they designed the Canon 30D back then.
Had mine since 2019, a lovely little camera who fully allowed me to experiment with the manual mode so the transition toward a more advanced camera isnt overwhelming. overall I liked it, the sensor still allows for a good resolution in macro in raw.
I have the Lumix GH5, the S5, and now the G7, as new for 209€ at MPB. The price, weight to image quality ratio makes this camera just fun to use. The others, I use as well sometimes when I deliberately go out to shoot. G7 is just a fine little camera and fun to bring all the time. Paired with the 12 - 35 F2.8 (24 - 70 full frame equivalent.)
Nice video! The screen on this camera really is top of the class so it’s a complete mystery to me why Fujifilm didn’t also put this screen on subsequent cameras. One more con is that the audio quality is awful (noisy preamps) but if you connect a decent powered microphone (e.g. Comica vm20) and dial the camera gain down to -27db then it’s actually OK. I’m not too worried about the 15 minute record limit in 4K because in this mode you record about 1 gigabyte per minute so I see it as a useful way to prevent amateurs like me accidentally filling up their memory cards with useless footage as well as protecting the camera from overheating 😊
Thanks! You made some great additions! Indeed, that screen should have been included on more Fuji cameras. The camera’s audio is awful, and the gain must be set very low when using a mic. The 15-minute 4K recording limit doesn’t bother me either. All the best! 😀
The X-T30 II is more of a camera designed for photography, while the X-T200 is better suited for filming or vlogging. Both are good, and there aren't huge differences between the two. However, in my opinion, the X-T30 II is more interesting and easier to handle once you get used to it (better menu, buttons, and overall usability).
I have this camera and am trying to shoot video with it, but the on-camera mic sucks. however, there is no 3.5mm jack to connect an external shotgun mic to it. how can i use an external mic with this camera? it only has micro usb an micro hdmi ports on it.
The only way is to use an external recorder, sync the audio in a video editor, and then delete the sound coming from the E-M10 Mark III. Unfortunately, it's an entry-level camera and doesn't have a 3.5mm jack. Only the more expensive mid-range and high-end Olympus models feature the jack.
@@cameraexplorations thank you! That’s unfortunate, I don’t have the funds for a better camera but can’t stand the audio from the native mic. Thanks for the info!
I want to learn about photography (and maybe a little videography) and my budget is 300-350 dollars. After searching around, I found the sony a5100, canon m3 and canon m100. And I only rely on the kit lens because I don't have the money to buy a lens. But many people think that the lens is more important than the camera body. Is that a good choice? Or maybe a canon 600d, so I can buy another lens?
Yes, the lens is important, but you can get an additional lens (preferably a prime lens) when the time comes-most of us did that when we were starting out. For learning photography, it's good to have a viewfinder; for learning videography, it's helpful to have a fully articulating or tilting screen-it's great to have both. (Good camera control is also important.) That said, a budget of $300-$350 isn't too low. Try looking for a Canon 750D, Canon 760D, or Canon 800D. Mirrorless cameras tend to be more expensive, but you might be able to find a Canon M50. You could also wait and add $100 for a better camera. The three mirrorless cameras you mentioned don't have a viewfinder, which is why I wouldn't recommend them. The Canon 600D is quite old, too. Whatever camera you pick, it'll still be better than the one I started with, which didn't even have video recording. You can either wait a bit or start right away-the choice is yours. What's more important, once you started, is to have fun and enjoy the process. Hope this helps!
@@cameraexplorations is viewfinder a must in photography? Because the camera that has viewfinder and mirrorless is over my budget 🫠🫠 (the closest one is the sony a6000) Or maybe I should buy dslr, and buy another lens? If yes, do you have any camera suggestion?
@@MujairGoreng Some camera suggestions are above, and even if it's not a must, a viewfinder helps a lot; but if you want a mirrorless camera with a viewfinder, closer to your budget, than yes, the Sony a6000 is nice too (forgot about that one). You can simply get it with its kit lens, the 16-50mm, and decide later if you want another lens, after a few months. That also works for starting up.
@@cameraexplorations errrggghhh, maybe I'll stick to eos m3 with kit lens, and it only cost me 290 dollars 😅😅 I hope it's a good choice. Btw thanks for all of the suggestion you gave to me, I hope all the best for you mate 🍻
@@MujairGoreng Enjoy the craft while you're doing it - that's the most important thing! So, long story short, it's better to just start and enjoy. In time, you'll figure out on your own if you need more tools. All the best to you too!
I bought an M6 mk II back in Mar 2024 at the suggestion of a client/friend who shoots photos and videos for college and NFL football games, and he was right; it is definitely a beast. I love this little camera; it goes everywhere I do. For me, I'd say that half of the cons aren't really 'cons' so much as annoyances, though. Like, I'm not shooting in adverse weather conditions, so the weather sealing hasn't yet been an issue for me. (And I don't have a lot of extra cash for photography yet, so I couldn't afford a bunch of lenses anyway. lol) This camera was actually my introduction into photography, by the way. I hadn't shot on anything but a phone camera since my 35mm film days as a teenager back in the nineties/early 2000's. I got it to take better images of my tattoos, and fell in love with a second form of art instead. Whoops.
It's a good time to begin the photography journey because we can now find good cameras at low prices - this wasn't the case 15 years ago, so yes, we are lucky today.
Great video, I recently bought a G90 as my first foray into Micro 4/3. To be honest I have been blown away by the amazing image quality I am getting out of this unit coupled with the 12-60 f3.5-5.6 Kit lens I got with the camera! A great camera, handles and performs extremely well. As a travel Kit (which is why I got into this format) this is fantastic
I have a Nikon D5600 .it's my first dslr and i really enjoy it.Gets sharp photos ,very easy menu has a touch screen ,it is very light and it's price is affortable.If you are a beginner or not professional photographer this is a good choice.Also connects with the snapbridge which transfers the photos very fast in your smartphone.I shoot usually with the Nikkor afp 70-300mm lens and the 85mm f1.8 which gives brilliant portraits.
Correction: photographers in 2006 wouldn't dream of a world where you bought a camera without a flash with it. And buying something like q tripod was recommended
So it's not good for Aurora borealis video? And which is better Nikon D5600, Sony a6400 or Sony Zv E-10 ? For both video and photo + low light considered
@@cameraexplorations i just saw GoPro, and the video i think it's awesome maybe the best of every camera i saw😂 a6400 or gopro is my next challenge.. but i can't believe how GoPro 13 has so good quality it's so weird
@@alexSkamn274 there is a major sensor size difference between the two. The a6400 has a much larger sensor. The GoPro is nice, they came a long way, no doubt - but for a trained eye, the a6400 will always win - the differences in color depth, iso, dynamic range are given by the sensor size and this differences can more easily be seen if we switch to a large screen and compare the two. Hope it helps! Whatever you buy, enjoy it (because that's the most important thing)!
Your last con is not a con u just dont understand the concept of the camera that is video into context thats why when u are in the video mode u can change everything
Yes, but there are cameras, like the Panasonic Lumix G9/G90/G80 or Canon M6 Mark II that can shoot in 4k, with a simple press of the record button, even if the camera is in Manual Mode/Aperture/Shutter speed priority - with no need to turn the mode dial to the Video icon.
There is a segment, towards the end of this video, where I show just that. It can record continuously for a maximum of 1h, in Full HD, then it stops and you have to press the record button again, if you wish to record more.
My one and only camera. Up to about 8 M4/3 lens. You don’t need a bigger sensor or camera or more expensive. Spend your money on the great selection of M4/3 lens.
I haven't tried this since I don't have a USB-C power bank or power brick at home. It definitely can charge if you use those, but since I haven't tested it, I don't know if the battery icon turns gray during extended recording. If anyone in the comments has tried using a USB-C power bank or power brick, a response would be greatly appreciated.
Actually disagree with the lens availablilty issue. Hundreds of vintage lens options via adapter. Also many M mount lenses are available from third party providers at budget prices.
With an adapter, there are hundreds of available lenses for every camera. However, I was thinking specifically about the native M-mount lenses, as no extra size or weight is added to the camera. The EOS M system has the fewest lenses compared to other mirrorless systems-there are only around 30 lenses available for the EOS M, and about half of them are manual focus, made by third-party manufacturers like 7Artisans. So, while it's true that we can always find lenses thanks to adapters, there aren't many native lenses available for the M6 Mark II.
Even though I have an XT-3 and XT-30, I bought and used the X-T200 initially to avoid theft and damage of the more 'serious' cameras but I ended up using it so often I kind of preferred using it and I found the photo quality to be frankly amazing and after a while you get very used to how it operates, it eventually almost seems to makes sense. Anyway I still use it now for all these reasons, it really is a great camera.
Hello. I came across this video at the right time because I'm about to purchase my first camera and still indecisive about which one to go for. I want to use it for videography mostly. Can you please recommend or tell me what to look out for? Thank you.
Hi. For video, you need a camera with a fully articulating screen, good autofocus and good image quality. This being said, here are good options (cheap to expensive) : Canon 77D, Canon 80D, Canon R50, Canon R10 - I recommend recent Canon cameras since they are reliable and I also use this brand. All the best!
Strange... I have X-H1, went to a car show last month and about 500 photos. Any of then was out of focus. Ps. I used medium focus point in a single focus mode and it was raining and was a little bit dark. But got everything top notch using the 16-80 f/4 lens.
Good to hear that, congrats! I'm glad you were efficient and didn't got out of focus photos. I am not the only one one RU-vid stating that the X-H1 AF is not great, there are others too. The AF bothered me, but it didn't bother you and that's good.
Darn it. It gets pretty complicated and I am quite stuck. So, long story short - I'm a teacher and a journalist and I need a camera for both jobs. Something that will suffice for 5-6 hours per day of online conferences as well as occassional interview recordings. But that overheating problem seems to rule out Canon V10 for me entirely as I am going to, very likely, fry that poor device very fast. On that note, do you have anything that you could recommend me?
It is challenging for any camera to operate for 5-6 hours per day. Additionally, if you need a camera of a similar size, finding the right one becomes even more difficult. In any case, I would recommend going for a standard mirrorless camera, buying multiple batteries for when you're on the go, and a compatible dummy battery for continuous power. That said, the most affordable option is the Sony ZV-E10. A mini pocketable tripod, like the Joby HandyPod, could also be useful. There’s a video about this camera shutting off due to low battery (not overheating) after 1 hour and 30 minutes of recording at 4K, both outdoors and at room temperature. In 4K, the camera is more prone to overheating, and the battery drains faster, whereas in full HD, the camera handles better. I hope this helps! Extra info: the camera can be used as a webcam with no additional software required - just an usb-c cable is needed. Hope this helped!
@@cameraexplorations Aye! I really appreciate your generous response. It's a tremendous help. Btw. I've noticed it is a strain on the camera to go for that long as my previous not-so-great Razer Kiyo simply died on me in the middle of the lesson while also buzzing ominously as if there was a short circuit.
What you plan to use this camera for is important too. For example, if I needed a camera for streaming, I would honestly avoid both. The V10 can be unreliable, and the Logitech LTZ PRO 2 is a large camera designed for conference calls in corporate settings, with less-than-great image quality. For live streaming, I would choose a reliable camera with a large sensor, like the Sony ZV-E10, and use a dummy battery. That would be a much better setup.
These types of cameras with interchangeable lenses, don't have a digital zoom - everything is optical, done by the type of lens you put in front of it. There are fixed (or prime) lenses and zoom lenses; so you just need a camera with interchangeable lenses that has a zoom lens attached or one of those compact cameras (like the Canon G7x).
I am still having it along with Nikon Z5. I always pick it when i plan to go out because of its size and weight. I still love it. Regarding the video, the autofocus is unreliable.
The battery life is atrocious. That one of the only things that keeps me away from it. I also dont want to walk around with a large battery grip all the time.
