Hi and thank you for visiting my channel. My name is James, and I am a photography and videography enthusiast. In addition to testing out camera and video gear, I enjoy capturing life as it happens. Always on the lookout for the people, places, and things that make our world unique. I invite you to join me on the journey.
Over the past year or so, I have been pushing myself away from the traditional work-life and the rat-race leading to nowhere. These days, I devote every spare moment to the things that make me happy. And so should you.
I hope you will join me and take a moment to subscribe. I am always open to hearing your questions and comments. Let's head-out and see what we can discover together.
Man I felt this. You will enjoy full frame life, it was a great move for me. The only thing I missed on my M50Mark II was the 24-105 F4 speed booster to 2.8 with image stabilization. Cant get that feeling back on full frame no matter how much I try.
I'm getting again into street photography and i was looking for an old Sony RX100 Mark 1 I saw on a store but ended finding this Canon brandly new. The zoom is really impressive to get close to some places without getting noticed, but at night isn't very good. With the ideal conditions takes really good photos and for travel i find it perfect to get close to wildlife.
I use a tripod and utilize the zoom. Tripod is most important. Zoom range varies. Trust me, it takes a while (and some patience) to catch the right moments.
@@_msraviation I have had the best success putting the camera in AV mode for moon photos. Actually, for this camera, I prefer the AV mode over the others - including Manual mode. I may try and do a video over moon photos.
@@lonewolfcreativethis camera does fantastic moon shots for sure. Tripod is the most important part, I also use the 2 second timer and avoid exceeding the optical zoom. Which is 40x and good at it too.
Nice to see you're in Houston, sad to say the title feels like click bait and at the very least feels misleading. Goodbye? Set aside? What exactly does that mean? You're selling it, trading it in (doesn't sound like either) or putting it on the shelf? Glad you fell in love with photography. Why the move to full frame? (you never give your motivation for change - so I have to wonder who this video is for?). It's a review, without being a review, a goodby, without being a goodby, and a statement of moving on to bigger things (statement without purpose). If you live in Houston, hope to see you out shooting sometime. Enjoy your new gear.
Thanks for the comment. I maybe could have been a little more clear on my meaning. I will most likely sell my cameras, once I move to full frame. Starting out with APS-C cameras, I feel, was a great way to begin the learning journey of photography. Although the learning never ends, I feel full frame opens a few more doors. Now that I know I am in it for the long haul, the investment feels worthwhile. FF offers a few edges in certain situations. Definitely planning on hitting the ground in Houston. Some really great photo opportunities and I think some street photography would be a great time! Again, thanks for reaching out. I appreciate it.
@@lonewolfcreative Hope to see you out shooting someday. My only suggestion (now having owned Nikon DSLR crop and full frame, and now Nikon mirrorless) is do not get caught up in the hype. I nearly jumped to Sony or Canon mirrorless because Nikon was so slow to the mirrorless market. I had a list of 25 features I wanted out of Nikon if I was to stay with them (I shoot predominately sports, action and wildlife). When the Z9 was launched, it had nearly everything I was looking for (still lacking zebras/blinkies in stills and global shutter). I waited about 4 years with that list before I jumped. So what I'm saying is know what you expect to get out of full frame and why you need it. Some of my best images were created with the Nikon D500 (crop sensor). Just suggesting you know exactly why your moving up in size, and what is available (feature set) that might help you.
They really are. It is nice to be able to get great pics straight out of camera without editing! Happy to hear you picked one of these amazing cameras up too!
I bought a TZ8 for only 25€ a few days ago and It's been like a "robbery", because the camera is still awesome. I dont know if the seller knew exactly what had in his hands. 🤔
I totally understand the feeling. When it comes to these older cameras, many people either don't realize what they are selling or just don't see the magic we do. Very glad to hear of your find. I know you will enjoy it!
@@lonewolfcreative / Yes. Thanks. I wanted it as a hiking travel camera. They're very practical when you travel or walk around a city. You can still find tz8s in the european second hand market, and they're about 150€.
Appreciate you sharing your experience and sample photos of this old Lumix camera 📷 I have an old Lumix TZ70 which is still my prime camera.😊 I enjoy using old camera technology and trying to get the best images I can out of them. I've added your channel, it's always good to connect with other photography creators.👍
Thanks for the comment and the add. I too have found myself backing away from the modern and reaching for more vintage gear. The older gear has character that nothing new can achieve.
A Leica camera is expensive! You’re paying for the brand name and the famous red dot. The general consensus on photography forums is the only thing about the TZ5 that got updated with later builds is a modest increase in sensor capability; otherwise the basic features in successive versions have remained the same. Like with film cameras, that’s no real need to buy a new camera when your existing one will suffice. Ordinary users and amateur photographers don’t care about stuff important to the professionals and old cameras retain their value very well.
It is a great camera! Lately I’ve been attached to cameras that give me a nostalgic feel that connects me to them more than the modern looking canons and Sonys. This fits the bill perfectly. I’ve actually started to sell off my modern looking/feeling cameras because I just don’t feel connected to them. I’m actually withering my collection down to Fuji and this Fc and probably will also get the new full frame Nikon Zf. This is all after I tried my hand at film and felt it was fun and nostalgic but too costly to fully go into film. So now I just use film simulation settings on my Fuji’s and also on this Nikon. Great video!
Thank you for the comment. I agree, film is outrageous these days. I have been curious about film simulations. Will have to dip my toe in there next. If you get the Nikon Zf full-frame, let me know what you think of it. I am in the market for a full-frame this year.
I just randomly dropped across another video of yours, where you rediscovered your TZ5 and tried it out to see how it stands up, some 15 years later...I also bought one in 2008, specifically for a live band gig = low light, so not ideal really, and I've not used it in years. Watching your video just flicked a switch with me and I dug it up from it's hiding place....It's still in top notch shape and I'm now keen to get out and take some photos with it. I now shoot with Fujifilm cameras, but there is also something very appealing about going a little retro and lo-fi, that has me quite excited and it's ideal for street photography, with it's low profile and unassuming looks, and a camera that you can have with you whenever you go out...I really liked the pictures you captured here, and seriously, I think there's a bit of an analogue quality to them, which is really appealing...I need to figure out how to work the Tz5 again, but then I'll be out doing some shooting with it, so thanks for this (slightly) nostalgic nudge....I hope you do more videos showcasing shots similar to the ones you got here, with this camera, I think images look really cool. So in the off chance you do, I subscribed.
Thank you for subscribing. It is tricky in low-light. My best low-light success has been in spots like New Orleans and Las Vegas, where there is all sorts of light sources. But, at all other times, I too enjoy the nostalgic feel of the photos. And you are right, perfect for street photography. People never give me a second look, whenever I am carrying this little camera. Thanks for the comment and again, I appreciate you subscribing.
Glad to see people enjoying some of the 2000s gems that are out there. I got a TZ1 recently and I'm crazy about it. A big plus for these cameras is the size. If you always have it with you, there are so many more interesting shots you can get when you don't have your giant SLR with you.
I agree. I do capture many more everyday things that I might miss when I take out the big cameras to shoot. TZ5 allows me to quickly capture the often great unplanned pics.
Ive never used a GoPro myself but I have read that it is a great grab in go compact camera for many things. Your example makes me agree that it seems to do really well for night time video. Good Info.
I am have been using one of these cameras for some time now, great camera however could somebody help me and let me know how I turn the audio off when using the video.
My neighbor just gave me a TZ5 off of our Buy Nothing Facebook group. Your results are fun but i am a tinkerer. I think I am set on converting this point and shoot into an infrared camera.
I still have my original Panasonic 2GB. I have heard two theories. Many say the SD card cannot exceed 2GB. Others say it can, as long as it is SDHC. I would probably stick with 2GB. It has been more than enough for me and my shoots.
Creo que tranquilamente le da batalla a un celular de estos años 2023.no tendra una super definicion pero a la edad que tiene creo que es muy buena camara saludos bro desde argentina 👍
Hehe I remember I was 18 in 2008 and I bought a TZ5, a very good travel companion indeed, and such memories! such times.. The camera was very good for its time!
I have too many cameras but held off for a bit. I decided to try it based on your video. You definitely should do more videos with your experiences with this specific cameras. I believe this camera will have a continue to have a growing “cult”following now more lenses are coming out. It’s really a very nice vintage looking camera.
Very nice lens. I have a similar Alpex 135mm 2.8F however from what people say is Takumar is top notch. I use it between my Pentax K-#’s and Samsung NX500 with adapters.
I have a black one that I use for all my travelling - The standard of photos is great and if it were to get stolen (hopefully not), I know that I've gotten a lot of use out of it. Made in Japan, unlike the newer Lumix series.
Ugh. This discourages me from buying off eBay. You want to trust the people you’re getting the merchandise from and not having to go thru eBay to come to the rescue. Good luck on returning it and getting your money back. 👍
ISO refers to the sensitivity of the camera's sensor. The ISO setting is one of three elements used to control exposure. Pixelated is used to describe digital images in which individual pixels are discernable, as when you look closely at a large photo and can see the tiny dots that make up the image. ISO affects pixels?
They are slightly bland. One suggestion is that you should turn your apature as low as it would go so u could get h those blurry background shots and really make the subject pop.
@Ray Well, I think the problem came about fitting them for a vertical shorts video. That can be a challenge with both photos and videos. But, we gotta crank out them shorts too lol.
