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Does the Influx of Mirrorless Make Your DSLR Any Less Capable?

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@LeighAndRaymond Год назад

I can't emphasize enough how important your skills as a photographer are. Learn more in my FREE courses! ru-vid.com/group/PLyrKONqDZzIwB4C3TEfOavC93ccbbBZFG

@nestorsaunders8154 Год назад

So glad you're back!! I've always loved the way you simplify things and your practical advice!! Wishing you and Raymond all the best!!

@MrCoolAttitude Год назад

I love mirrorless because it means I get to buy cheaper DSLR lenses.

@99_friety Год назад

Same

@bobamarmstrong Год назад

Exactly. For example a Nikon D610 is a bang for buck because it has a good sensor and excellent dynamic range

@johnhal1 Год назад

It's wonderful having you back, Leigh. Thank you both for all you do and have done for us. You're really appreciated.

@LeighAndRaymond Год назад

Thank you so much!

@Powerstroke98 Год назад

I agree! I haven't been on RU-vid near as much as in the past, and always preferred Leigh & Raymonds video's on DSLR gear (and usage) so when the mirrorless gear was shown, I felt no need to watch, as even today I'm not seeing nicer images via mirrorless, thus have no interest in it. As Leigh mentioned here, perhaps capturing birds, and the odd fast moving wildlife, it 'may' be possible to get more hits, but for most of us...are those additional hits worth spending thousands of dollars? For me, it's not, and I prefer to get more and more familiar with my D750 as well as afford glass for it, than on any mirrorless kits.

@clarkackerman8725 Год назад

I will occasionally pull out my old Minolta XD-11 35mm film camera that I used in college. It not only "forces" me to get back to basics, but also still takes awesome photos that stand up to my Nikon D500 and D850. Timing, light, and location. That about covers it. Thanks Leigh. (Glad to see you up and about!)

@CTBikesalot Год назад

You have certainly reenforced what I believe. I am retired and love photography. Unfortunately my passion is outweighed by my budget! I have a D500 body and a Sigma 17-70 2.8f and I love both and find this kit more than enough for my skill level.

@Powerstroke98 Год назад

I agree, having a setup that works...why change it up! I use the D750 and generally use my 16-35mm or 28-300mm, giving me full range in 99% of my photography. I do have the Tampon macro, and Tamron 150-600mm for 'other' usage (bugs, flowers or birds) but overall I enjoy Landscape over all other photography, so feel I'm fully covered.

@michaeltruglio5554 Год назад

Nothing wrong with that setup. Great camera and lens.

@Dan-C-71 Год назад

I transitioned from a Canon 6D mk ii to a Canon R and so far I love it. That being said I still believe DSLR’s are very capable, plus all the tech in the world doesn’t replace skill. One of my favorite shots I’ve ever taken was on a 35mm Olympus point and shoot back in 1993.

@goyogannon1970 Год назад

I made the switch from Nikon DSLR to Sony Mirrorless and I've been super happy with the switch. i shoot a lot of concerts and it was always a guess when i was using a dslr if i did or did not get the shot. 50/50 was the norm, either out of focus or the lighting changed etc etc, now with my mirrorless i see what the pic will look like before i take it and with eye-following i know where the focus is for certain. Anyway glad you are back making videos.

@LeighAndRaymond Год назад

Thank you for sharing your experience. Eye detect autofocus can be incredibly helpful!

@cameranerdsmedia Год назад

loved this perspective on gear. always a great reminder to set our expectations when buying gear. We are more capable than we think and some of our biggest hurdles that are preventing us all from improving our craft is practice and the drive to go out and create.

@JeffreyHauser Год назад

Repetition-Practice-Experience. These are all keys to elevating your photography to another level. It is always about expressing your “vision” not your equipment. Equipment can be very helpful in helping you to achieve that vision but if you master the equipment that you already own, you are on the way to becoming a very good photographer.😊

@rosswaugh1254 Год назад

Very nice to see you 'up and about' Leigh, and thank you for the thought provoking video

@brianeibisch6025 Год назад

Good to see you back Snappy. I wish you a speedy full recovery so you can once again enjoy the National Parks and your photography gear as well as life in general. Cheers

@LeighAndRaymond Год назад

Thank you!

@tedtbc4261 Год назад

Thank you. It's nice to hear someone say that the real key to photography is the photographer.

@atrbear Год назад

Hi Leigh, I like KEH and have purchased from them in the past, however they don’t include the actual photos of their posted items you are thinking of purchasing and don’t include shutter counts on the cameras they sell. Great video you have presented here, Austin.

@Powerstroke98 Год назад

Thanks for that tidbit, as it's doubtful I would buy a camera (from anyone) without knowing the 'actuations' of the camera I want to purchase! Such a simple task for those selling, to give to buyers as well!

@steveboys5369 Год назад

Hi Leigh, as one who has watched every single one of your training videos I can honestly say that they are both informative and engaging ... well worthy of the time to absorb the wealth of experience you've accrued over several years. As for " it's not all about the gear", I couldn't agree more, I find that 90% of photography takes place behind the viewfinder, though who doesn't love the latest and greatest. Being one with rather limited funds, I try to focus ( sorry for the pun ) on wringing every last bit of performance out of what I have, but honestly I nearly always run out of talent before the camera's features let me down! Keep up the good work, and good to see you looking well.

@LeighAndRaymond Год назад

I’m so glad the courses helped you. Thank you for letting me know! :)

@ColinRobertson_LLAP Год назад

Getting out and being there at the right time & place is always a good reminder! Thanks Leigh!

@edwardbrock1194 Год назад

I really appreciated what you said about working on personal skill rather than think the Newest gear will make up for that. I'm an Old Fart that likes Pentax. I have a K-70 & a bunch of Pentax lenses that do everything I need in spite of a couple old buddies who are pressuring me to go mirrorless. Thanks

@4mooncheese Год назад

After using Fujifilm mirrorless cameras for a number of years, I made the switch back to the DSLR with the Nikon DF. DSLRs are more than capable these days, and I would never get rid of my Nikon DSLRs.

@LeighAndRaymond Год назад

Interesting - thank you for sharing your experience!

@michaeltruglio5554 Год назад

I can see no reason why I'd ever give up my D780 either. I love it.

@mdw1927 Год назад

Hi Leigh great to see the recovery is going well.😊 As an older photographer I totally agree that a good photographer can take a good photo with almost any gear. However as an older photographer the main difference for me is weight, weight and weight. With modern day sensors and IBIS the argument of f2.8 and f4 lenses for most situations is becoming redundant, except where weight/price is concerned. Raymond did a great job but it is good to see you back.

@Chris-NZ Год назад

Agree totally , being retired, with dodgy knees and questionable shoulders weight was one of the motivating factors which last year led me to make the decision to go mirrorless. It was an expensive decision for sure but at my age is there a better time to own the gear that I could not have even imagined when I took up photography in 1967 ?

@Powerstroke98 Год назад

I am older, and have zero issues carrying my DSLR, which I just did in the desert outside of Apache Junction a couple of weeks ago. The flowers where abundant, and late afternoon sun gave great results! So, four or five hours didn't bother me, it was those pesky cactus droppings that would stick me from time to time! Loved being out there, and experimenting moreless without my tripod helped somewhat.

@Chris-NZ Год назад

@@Powerstroke98 good for you 😀, do you publish anywhere ? we don’t have any deserts in NZ , some very dry areas but no cactus , snakes and the like. Cheers chris

@inspector4133 Год назад

I'm not a professional, I'm lucky enough to occasionally be able to travel around the world for my work (Federal Wildlife Officer). I'll probably never reach or exceed the capabilities of my D810 or D500. I've been buying good glass for years, and I don't ever see the need to go mirrorless. My stuff works, I'm familiar with it, and it's paid for. There is zero motivation to change to mirrorless. In fact, the good deals on used gear, because many people ARE changing systems, had made upgrading my DSLR systems even affordable. In fact, I bought my D810 with low shutter count from a wedding photographer who was trading his gear in for mirrorless. Appreciate your videos and opinions. Thanks

@LeighAndRaymond Год назад

I had to look up what a Federal Wildlife Officer does. Thank you for protecting our wildlife! :) Also, I agree - use the gear you like!

@Emma-zk6it Год назад

As a DSLR user mirrorless has been a blessing. I have been able to afford the cameras and the lenses that were unaffordable 5 years ago, the best part the market will be full of them for the next decades.

@Michaelzehr Год назад

Really great perspective on using equipment. We shouldn't underestimate the importance of our minds, of tools to know when sun and moon rise and set are, of thinking ahead and getting to the right place but also of using that brake and pulling over to the side of the road when you realize something would make a great photo.

@LeighAndRaymond Год назад

Exactly! :)

@cesarm8811 Год назад

As hobbyist photographer (travelling, family events and chasing the grandkids) I moved away from my Nikon D7200 to a Nikon Z50, simply because of weight and the benefit of mirrorless cameras specifically of the EVF and video. So for me, I love the mirrorless cameras.

@yduRteKh Год назад

I've been following your channel since the beginning and I'm glad that I can learn new things even after so many years.

@chrisatkins6023 Год назад

❤Welcome back, Leigh ❤

@paulmitchell1580 Год назад

Thank You, you've hit the nail on the head.

@TheVFXbyArt Год назад

Cameras AND flight sims! I found my perfect channel!

@TC_Conner Год назад

I upgraded from the 6D Mk II to the EOS R, and from the comparison of using both I think the mirrorless is a better camera for my needs. And the RF lenses are a notch better than EF.

@walterpierluissi1379 Год назад

I have been a following you for years and I had my first DLSR Nikon D70 and than Nikon D100, then D300.... last year I bought the D500 and this year I get a D600.... I always wait and then purchase used from KEH and other alternatives. I love DSLR's and at my age now, I think that I will wait to have a mirrorless in my next life!!!! Thanks to your videos I have improve my photography through the years.... by the way, I am 63 now and looing forward to peruse my passion for photography in more intense way because I will retire from normal work pretty soon. By the way my D500 (with my Nikon 200-500mm )is being an amazing journey in my wildlife passion.... so, 63 and still learning.....

@saashuseini56 Год назад

Totally agreed! I still use Nikon D700 nowadays.

@yeohszehow Год назад

Thank you for info and comparison... I used to have 2 dslr and 2 mirrorless... Dslr for photography and mirrorless for video shooting.. Full Frame dslr is my choice of camera in studio...btw.. I made it to the end of the video everytime... lol

@josephchan4198 Год назад

Awesome!! Glad your back. Will check your videos later on.

@nickshepherd8377 Год назад

Very good appraisal. In the majority of cases, new gear is probably not going to improve your photography, especially if you are a landscape photographer. A new mirrorless camera with better tracking may improve your hit rate for wildlife photography and portraiture but as you suggest invest your money in improving your skills and transport costs!

@drawshot Год назад

Newer cameras may make some things easier, but knowing how to effectively use your equipment is more important than what specific equipment you have.

@RichardBO9 Год назад

Having shot nearly everything mirrorless in the last couple of years, I'm honestly looking to go back to a DSLR, like a D800e. Much prefer the optical viewfinder and overall simplicity. To use a "Brownstoneism", I find the futz-factor to be distractingly high with mirrorless.

@antonsiberian Год назад

I'm a mirrorless guy since 2015, but I understand now that we're a bit obsessed with the new gear, while old tech is mostly good enough, I looked through my photos I shot in 2007-2010 they're also look great, especially those from Nikon CCD sensor.. so I've decided to buy a used CCD camera. My skills are improved since then, so it will be a challenge what can I do with this old gear these days.

@robertdavis1255 Год назад

Thanks Leigh for sharing your thoughts and comments....I still use my D500 & many lenses and I have not considered moving to mirrorless gear at the moment....I am only a hobbyist so my current camera suits my photography interests & I am still learning about it's capabilities... cheers from Australia 😀

@DavesWatchLove Год назад

I recently sold several large DSLR bodies and a number of heavy, expensive lenses to buy a Fujifilm X-T4 with a commitment to only buying only a few compact lenses. After decades of larger being better, I'm happy to see the trend reversed. Glad to be downsizing and simplifying.

@johnniebejarano145 Год назад

I started out with a Kodak box-film camera. I've migrated from a Minolta film camera to Nikon DSLRs, and now with Nikon Mirrorless cameras. As camera manufacturers evolve, the equipment and lenses get better. While I still love my Nikon D750, it's hard to compare it to the functionality of my Nikon Z7 II, and mirrorless lenses. Comparing DSLR to Mirrorless is similar to comparing vinyl records, to cassettes, then DVDs, then BlueRay. Technology evolves and usually for the better. Visiting the past can be fun, but I prefer the future of photography. I do love KEH and have purchased several new lenses and one used lens. This is a great company.

@John-Shutterlyphotos Год назад

Great video, Timing, light and location the essence of photography! Although mirrorless cameras are awesome, I hope camera companies will continue to offer DSLR's. I own several cameras Canon 7D, 80D, 5D4, R5 & R6 to name a few. My camera of choice is the 5D4 it is the one I grab when I can only take one camera. My second choice is the R6, but I still love my 80D & 7D when I want a crop sensor. The R5 is great, but it seems like I prefer the R6. Great to see you back doing videos again :)

@sbai4319 Год назад

I still use a number of Cameras - all compatible with my lens collection and flashes. This includes two film cameras and two digital cameras. it suits my shooting style, budget, subject choices and photographic style. the fundamentals of lighting, composition and technique and choice of location/subject and learning one's craft. Much more important than new gear. Cheers from Australia

@sandyevans3863 Год назад

I bought a Nikon I love my it cos I watch the videos of you I have bought one so I am grateful to you and your videos thank you

@LeighAndRaymond Год назад

I’m glad my videos helped! :)

@weisserth Год назад

I've used Micro Four Thirds mirrorless systems for many, many years, basically I graduated to Micro Four Thirds mirrorless from my Four Thirds DSLR setup. Thanks to Canon's move to RF, their EOS EF system is dirt cheap now. I bought a 5DII and a handful of L lenses for pennies on the dollar - I've always shot "full frame" on 135 film, even after adding digital to my workflow. I missed the 24mm*36mm look in my work as a digital option. Prices and available lenses for "full frame" have come down to a point where it's a no brainer. I pulled the trigger today on a 5DsR which is going to be my architecture and landscape camera going forward. It's exactly as you said: the right conditions and right light are the key factors. Even film cameras from 40 years ago deliver outstanding results in the right conditions.

@edwardphilipmarianafzger9800 Год назад

Practise practise is more important than getting newer gear I am still using my D800 from 2012 bought in 2013 Lenses are more important the upcoming Z8 maybe lets me get into mirrorless or just getting a new out of the Box D850 with a grip and keeping my D800 still superb today .Oh and great to see you back !

@LeighAndRaymond Год назад

I agree - practice, practice, practice!

@paulg6268 Год назад

My Z30 and Z50 are handy, but I still love the D500 and D610 combo.

@Travelagent Год назад

As I am not interested in video, I am a proud owner (and user) of a Pentax K3 III - the best camera I have ever used! The all over haptic, the build quality and - last but not least - the results are just fantastic! As long a Pentax produces cameras (and lenses!) in this style and quality, I for sure will stick with them and so....DSLR!

@kstyle12 11 месяцев назад

I think the main reason people changed from DSLR to Mirrorless are one … VIDEO … video become a must for a lot of “ photographer works “ . Evf vs Ovf have their pro and cons … small body vs big body’s too . Nikon D810 still a amazing camera for pro photography work . Pick up what you feel better and shoot !!!

@greygoose3936 Год назад

I love my Sony mirrorless camera but if a friend wanted to get into photography and wanted gear recommendations, I'd definitely point them to a used pro DSLR and some nice glass.

@normanq1206 Год назад

I have two mirrorless cameras - A Fujifilm and a Sony. I still go to my 5d classic most of the time. Just love the images that camera produces.

@lewjackworldwide7188 6 месяцев назад

I'm debating on switching to mirrorless but I'm not sure if it will really make a difference for the work that I do or if it's worth spending all the extra money. This video got me really evaluating what I need to do.

@hingng9772 Год назад

wow , super nice you took it. with d500 👍👍

@sidvicious3129 Год назад

Great topic. Skill always comes first and gear second. Unfortunately gear is what gets the views on You Tube with that shiny new thing mentality. Then the arguments start about brand loyalty, which is just foolishness in and of itself. It is good to see you up and moving around again Leigh. I wish you, Raymond and your family well and continued success on your recovery. Leigh I have to ask you and Raymond this question, when you are shooting bears like the ones in the photo, how far away are you and do you go into a nature environment like that armed. I have always wanted to ask this question of wild life photographers as I am primarily a portrait and event photographer and videographer.

@alejandroortiz4565 Год назад

I love they d850 ando they d780 i work with them too 😊

@christianholmstedt8770 Год назад

The D780 is (from what I understand) actually a DSLR and mirrorless camera in one. It's got the sensor and focusing (in LiveView) from the Z6-II. I'm very curious about this camera and was wondering how you liked it in DSLR and mirriorless (LiveView) mode.

@matthewjeffres4640 Год назад

I agree with you that skill , as a photographer, is most important. DSLR's can be used to create wonderful images. The only problem is that camera manufactures are quickly abandoning the DSLR format. They are all moving to Mirrorless systems. So just like when we went from Film to the DSLR so we are going from DSLR to Mirrorless. Sony as well as Canon and Nikon are all now firmly moving to mirrorless as their future. I have a bunch of old cameras. they all have stories. but I see the writing on the wall. Yes DSLR's are wonderful tools that had their day, but mirrorless is now on the rise.

@gcyoutube-k4x Год назад

Mirrorless are worth it. I was about to buy a used canon 800d with the 24mm pancake lens & i saw a great deal for a used canon m100 with a canon 22mm f2 as well. Couldn't pass on it because of the size & weight.

@kenparrent6770 Год назад

I possess both a Z6 and a D500. The Z6 has become my “go to camera” due to its low light capabilities and the trio of Z lenses in my kit. I have never owned lenses that can match the quality of the Z mount S series. However, I still fall back on my D500 for moving subjects, action, birds in flight, etc. if the rumored Z8 is what the pundits seem to think it will be, I will likely trade the D500 for the new model. The drawback to having 2 systems is that those great Z mount lenses are not backwards compatible to the DSLRs.

@kennygo8300 Год назад

My "home and weekend" cameras are my D7200 (bought used at a "brick and mortar" camera store) and the D800 (I recently purchased from KEH). I prefer them to my Z5, that I use for street photography most of the time. I suppose it's due to my discipline, or process, of photography. As a film shooter since 1976, I have a routine that converts to the DSLR better than mirrorless. I suppose that I feel like I'm "cheating" when the exposure is in the EVF. That said... you can't beat a mirrorless camera on the street. If you're thinking it through... any camera can work for you. If you're reacting in "real time", it's mirrorless all the way.

@beardedbokeh Год назад

Awesome Video. The discussion is something that I personally struggle with when looking at gear, "what will it actually get me that I can't already get." Its an awesome discussion. I would like to see some technical creatives talk to nontechnical creatives about how they currently work, I think that the nature of photography is growing in that now someone does not need the same amount of technical background to achieve their visions and opens the way for more creative/less technical people to flourish. It will be interesting to see how much better the gear gets before people laugh at the fact that the cameras like the D700 were perfectly capable (I argue it still is 90% of the time) with only 12 megapixels.

@LeighAndRaymond Год назад

“How I currently work”… give me some examples and I’ll add the videos to my list!

@dangallagher8034 Год назад

Love your perspective(s)

@TheNitebinder Год назад

Good #video you did here. Sometimes, it depends on how the photographer uses the equipment. If the photographer only works on weddings, landscapes or still lies, then he/she doesn't need the super duper mirrorless camera meant for sports, auto racing or photojournalism. But by the same token, back in the 1980's sports photographers and photojournalists were able to capture amazing images using only the Nikon F3 or Canon AE-1 cameras.

@72jesvil Год назад

I have 5d mark 3 and 4 and a few prime lenses. Recently bought a Sony Alpha 1 with 50 1.2. Image quality is not that big of a difference. Both are great. Where mirror less wins is the tracking system but I'm not ready to give up on my dslr.

@kenjordan5750 Год назад

I shot with the same Pentax Spotmatic IIa for 35 yrs, and never felt a need to 'upgrade'. My hope is that I can do the same with my digital camera, but now cameras are as much computers as optical recorders. And we all know how computer tech advances, every handful of years.

@SuperMassara Год назад

Nice video and i agree with you. Only tip.....start using some editing software that actually serves the purpose . Lightroom is by far the worst Raw converter in the world. Try the appropriate ones and you'll actually see what your cameras can do. Cheers

@thechurchofchristguy117 Год назад

I went from the d850 to thee z7ll because of the 1.2 lens

@richardkemp4144 Год назад

I love the new Z series of Nikons, I just picked up a mint D850 for less than a 3rd of what they used to cost new. It felt like I stole it.

@ColinMill1 Год назад

Wildlife will always be able to put demands on the equipment that we can't satisfy. My passion is owls - especially barn owls and, while it is possible to take great stills and videos of them in the dusk, there is so much of their activity that I can only get a gimps of using IR floodlights and CCTV cameras. I would love to be able to take even 1080p video in full moonlight but, even with a 600mm f4 and ISOs on the limit of current technology we are a few stops short of being able to do that. Perhaps with a cooled sensor it might be possible but not with anything one could consider as "normal" equipment.

@LeighAndRaymond Год назад

Thank you for sharing this. You are definitely reaching the limits of the technology on our consumer cameras! I love owls and have so rarely seen them in the wild that I have zero photos of them.

@ColinMill1 Год назад

@@LeighAndRaymond Many thanks for the reply! We are so lucky that we were able to buy a smallholding on the edge of the Peak District of Derbyshire almost 25 years ago and even more lucky to be able to keep most of it for the wildlife (or to go to rack and ruin as the local sheep farmers call it ☺️). We see one of the barn owls quartering the fields on many evenings. These days I tend to just stand and watch or just listen to the calls. To know they are there is reward enough.

@davidwade9209 Год назад

I am a avid photo hobbyist for 45 years. Mirrorless was a huge game changer for me. I like sharp photos as much as anyone, but for that my cell phone does a perfect job if I take the photo, hold up the phone to reality and edit it right there on the spot to make it look exactly as real life. Usually, it’s just color balance and contrast that are off. If someone makes little wildlife telephoto lenses for phones, that would be great. However, for serious photography, I love imperfect old vintage lenses that adapt to my mirrorless with full camera movements. I am waiting for someone to build in a random digital wet plate collodium developer. That would be so easy to program for someone who knows what they are doing. Fuji is going in that popular direction with their film stock simulators. Wonderful time in photography history where all of us can find what suits us. I don’t see any benefit to DSLRs now other than you could get one cheap.

@LeighAndRaymond Год назад

Thank you for sharing your thoughts! We love vintage lenses around here (and also using our phone cameras). :)

@garymorrison277 Год назад

I'll not be changing to mirrorless from my D850, D7100, and D700 anytime soon. Yes Nikon 6 and 7s' have in body stabilisation but with big hands there too small for me and yes most of my film sir's are smaller but there are my collection for occasional use not my EDC's. If Nikon did what Sony did with IBS in their DSLRs, that would have been great, but sadly not.

@peterjb49 Год назад

I gave up my Nikon D810 for the Nikon Z6ii because I got caught up with the Mirrorless intrigue. Well after really examining my images and comparing the results, I have to admit the D810 images are better. I only have the Z24-70 F4. Now I have to re-think what I am doing?

@climbnride58 Год назад

Switched to mirrorless two years ago, but still have my Nikon D780.

@philipcupid6660 Год назад

I myself feel that I had lost some skill when digital AF Bridge/SLR Cameras started "taking over" the world.... However, I seriously feel using vintage 35mm cameras & lenses is a way to grow your abilities and understand light and options on DSLR's and in one context mirror less cameras have been around for a century and a half at least. The technology has really only changed in that sense, ie, photo plates replaced artists conceptions caught in rooms centuries before, and then photographic film has been usurped by digital photo/film files, digital physical media and I thank you for the KEH plug, lol. But as you rightly said, Leigh; one should aquire a familiar place with the equipment you have first....before expending vast sums of money on the latest and greatest, that will be "old" in a year or two.

@artsilva Год назад

Coming from SLRs to DSLRs then in 2012 went to Fuji X mirrorless, I have found my way back to DSLRs. With the new hype and availability of all these mirrorless product, the prices went up. I decided instead of upgrading my fuji gear I went back to DSLRs for the simple fact of supply and demand and a suddenly robust used market from everyone going to mirrorless. I don't do a whole lot of hired work anymore so I don't need to follow the pack and hype. Instead I got a refurbished D850 and threw in a Z5 with an FTZ as a backup, albeit a mirrorless but still cheaper than a D780 I have my eye on to cover the 24Mp range. I had to come back to what "photography Tools" mean and shake off that "gotta go mirrorless" GAS. With the money I am getting from selling off all my Fuji gear I can re-vamp some F glass from years back to go along with ones I've acquired over the last 40 years and have an even More robust collection to give me Anything I need and want going forward. I am keeping my X-Pro2 and a couple XF primes however for those personal creative times. I agree, it doesn't matter what you have, and I haven't notice anything different in my image style to waist money on new and more expensive yet ultimately redundant gear in the long run. The smart thing to do is buy used That way you get more bang for your buck.

@KnightsandWeekends Год назад

Mirrorless is the direction, not unlike digital was when it replaced film. There are pros and cons both ways - but I will say that when someone near me is using a DSLR it sounds like an old typewriter. I've had the audio of a few good videos ruined because of it. I'll be glad to see the flapping mirrors gone.

@LandscapesDronescapes Год назад

I moved from a canon 7dm2 to a Sony A7R4a a year ago and would never go back. It was like moving from standard def tv to a full hd one. Granted the GM lens helps but even with my Tamron 28-200 it’s leaps and bounds better.

@LeighAndRaymond Год назад

I owned a Sony a7R IV for a while - it is a fantastic body, but I agree - those GM lenses are stupendous!

@LandscapesDronescapes Год назад

@@LeighAndRaymond my 16-35GM is ridiculously good. I knew I was in for big money changing systems and lenses but it’s been worth it IMO.

@othales6325 Год назад

yes mirrorless is worth it, have been shooting with both of the system (Nikon D3 and Z6ii), i can say mirrorless is better

@larsthufvesson9725 Год назад

that's why I am looking for a replacement to my beloved D850, hopefully a Z8 whenever it is introduced. Looking for a better autofocus and better video capabilities.

@LeighAndRaymond Год назад

Vitor, No need to be rude. We’re all learning here.

@LeighAndRaymond Год назад

I’m glad you love your Z6 II - it’s a great body!

@nevvanclarke9225 Год назад

I have both. I'm lucky that overtime I've been able to save my butt off to get different cameras and I have one Nikon D850 and I also have a Fuji X - T5. Which I love. Both cameras serve a purpose. there are things that the Fuji can do really really well. And there are things that the D8 50 does way better than the Fuji does. And I do think that for a what I consider semi professional photographer like myself I definitely need to different systems to work with.. I agree with you that working on your composition craft and finding new places to shoot and learning about light are more critical dinner gear you own. Are the mirrors for me is lighter so sometimes if I feel like going for a longer hike I can take that camera but if I'm shooting a Long Exposure and I want incredible dynamic range then the D850 probably is a slightly better camera. If I'm shooting a Portrait, I prefer the D8 50 but if I'm shooting at an event where I need to get shots now each time I will take the Fuji XT5. It really depends on what I'm shooting and the purpose. I also do sports photography for my local speedway club and I take the D8 50 as I find it. It does not miss focus ever on the speedway cars going at high-speed.... I'm not typically one of those type of people that has 25 different lenses either. I think I have about 8 lenses in total across the two systems and I get everything done with those lenses. I teach photography in my local community, and the first thing I teach people and I get them to do. It is watch the videos and if they are a manual person read the manual to the camera, so the camera becomes as you said part of your hand it is an extension of your fingers and you know what every dial button does. Now this may take probably a good couple of months sometimes longer to learn everything that your camera does I'm still learning things five years on from owning the NikonD850. Oddly, I was not drawn to the Z series cameras and the Fuji provided something different a totally different experience so I'm really enjoying having that camera as well. Thank you for your video and it highlighted many things that we need to work on as photographers and things that I can pass on to students that I work with..

@nelsono4315 Год назад

as someone that owns both DSLR cameras and a mirrorless camera I can say that the mirrorless did not make me a better photographer. But I knew that going in. I wanted a mirrorless because that is where the market has been going. I wanted to get in on the newer technology. I can still take some great photos with my DSLR cameras. They are not obsolete or useless. They remain valuable tools.

@guyphoto9437 Год назад

I'm assuming you're wearing some sort of waist, belly or back brace type belt. Or it's a bulletproof waist thingy.

@damasovi_travels1244 Год назад

I have wonder if I shoud change into mirrorless, and after all the analysis I do, the answer is no, why?? I do not make momey from photo and I have no need for the greatest and newer stuff! so I just stay with my DSLR and buy myself a vacation (dauther included) and take many more pictures.

@carbonejack Год назад

Well said.

@LeighAndRaymond Год назад

Thank you!

@cmartin_ok Год назад

I'm in my 60s and in the UK. If I can ever afford to retire I'd rather spend money on travelling and getting better results from my old DSLRs and lenses than "just" upgrading to mirrorless

@petrub27 Год назад

not for photo, but definitely mirrorless are better for hybrid shooters

@davidroberts6766 Год назад

I am a “whatever strikes my fancy” shooter…..I still use a dozen film SLRs. In winter, wearing large photo gloves, I love and prefer the ergonomics of my Nikon D850. In the warm months, its mirrorless with both modern and vintage lenses. Finally, I also use early 2000s Nikon DSLRs to shoot specifically with the end game of creating film like digital images. Oh, that does not even include film and digital point and shoots and my phone! Bottom line, I love taking photos no matter the tool or medium!

@LeighAndRaymond Год назад

Agreed!

@shupeiko Год назад

Thanks for video! BUT, you talking about wrong sides of mirrorless camera. If you on conference or in opera or in theater you NEED noiseless mirrorless camera, if you taking quite sports action moments you NEED 40 fps, you your model moves fast you NEED eye autofocus, if you on concert and you can not see what you filming you NEED eye autofocus as well. If you have 3 camera on you neck you appreciate weight of mirrorless cameras 📷 If you landscape photographer and you have all time of the world and noise will not disturb the wild animals when you taking you beautiful pictures with a tripod, THEN you can stay on DSLR camera. If not, mirrorless camera WILL IMMEDIATELY IMPROVE your skills!! ❤

@LeighAndRaymond Год назад

Thank you for sharing your thoughts :)

@akhyarrayhka4048 Год назад

dslr battery life is like film kamera bcos it lasts so long dslr is still better in that way

@marike1100 Год назад

As someone who currently shoots with a Z50 and a D600, I’d say the tech inside of the Z50 allows me to do some cool things but in most ways I prefer the D600 and F mount, they feel like home. Plus the prices for mirrorless Nikkors, I find myself actually getting angry, like manufacturers are having a laugh at consumers. ;) Hoping F mount never dies.

@dr.normanklack9111 Год назад

You'll have to pry my DSLR from my cold dead hands.

@locker1964 Год назад

The biggest difference for me is that modern mirrorless cameras are more compact and easier to use due to the modern autofocus and the increased dynamic range. The result of sharp and correctly exposed images is greater due to the DSLM. But that does not mean that they are better, the finished image does not show the used camera....

@wanneske1969 Год назад

Since I bought my Canon R6 I don't use my Canon 5DIII anymore ...

@photographyvideography5720 Год назад

The age of my equipment creates unreachable limits, such as 720p vs 4k video. Learning how to better use my video on my aging dslr will never create anything near 4k video. There's also ISO limits that affect low-light capabilities. I love my older dslr but the limits are evident when compared to a mirrorless.

@albertfetch3503 Год назад

Do you find some of the mirrorless to have noisier images then DSLR? A couple of complaints on the Canon R6’s about that on FB pages. I haven’t noticed any with mine unless it’s video but I wasn’t heavily invested in DSLR to see a difference.

@LeighAndRaymond Год назад

The noise in an image doesn’t have anything to do if the camera has a mirror or not. Rather, the sensor and the camera’s software will direct how much noise you see at higher ISO Sensitivities. Plus, every camera is different. In general, I wouldn’t worry about what other people are saying - if you like your camera, shoot with it! :)

@marleenvandam6931 Год назад

The biggest advantage of mirrorless is the live view and you can get better expose and more exact as well.

@ControlTouchMaster Год назад

I use my dslr's more than my mirrorless cameras. It's all because of battery life since my pictures come out the same.

@yduRteKh Год назад

The limit you are talking about is very different. Even after 50 years of photographic experience, it's hard for me to test new equipment to the limit.

@elac70 Год назад

Does a mirrorless camera upgrade make you a better photographer automatically? No. But the mirrorless camera allows for a faster learning curve much like a DSLR offered a faster learning curve vs an SLR. An experienced SLR film user can create awesome photographs. I learned on SLRs. but I worked at a photo lab at the time and was able to more affordably shoot a lot of film to learn. DSLRs made the learning curve vs SLRs much faster. Immediate results from settings changes made a world of difference. Now look at a mirrorless letting you see exposure differences before you even press the shutter. The learning advancement difference is relatable. Also, some of us just like new tech. It can be as invigorating as mastering what you have. I'm as much of a tech enthusiast as I am a results enthusiast.

@bamsemh1 Год назад

Is body pain, back problems and bulky system worth it? My neck and back said NO.! Is fullframe worth it? Nah, not unless you are printing humongous

@LeighAndRaymond Год назад

I agree - having a smaller system can be a huge benefit that can outweigh advantages of full frame!

@Ericbjohnston5150 Год назад

I could match your dslr photos with a film camera like the one used by Ansel Adams.

@LeighAndRaymond Год назад

Please do - that would be an awesome project!

@deepskypics Год назад

Hyper focusing on gear leads to lack of artistic creativity

@jliang70 Год назад

No, I think my gears are good enough for years to come. I don't have DSLR only 3 mirrorless., they are all high-resolution models Sony A7Rii, A7Riv and Fujifilm GFX 100S. so no need for new gears and 15 lenses from vintage lenses, macro lenses and modern lenses.

@enricomarconi8358 Год назад

There is way too much hype on gear and not enough on photography... a great photographer can produce a masterpiece with an old film camera as he or she will understand what truly matters when taking a shot... people need to THINK more before they shoot and hype up less about the latest and the greatest. Ultimately, marry the glass and date the camera.

@LeighAndRaymond Год назад

Definitely. Unfortunately, it’s the gear reviews that get views here on RU-vid so I try to strike a balance of gear videos I know will get views and passion projects that I know will NOT get views. :)

@enricomarconi8358 Год назад

@@LeighAndRaymond I think you're doing a great job and have a wonderful energy coming out of your channel. We're living in a time where the container seems to matter more than the content... but keep up with the great work! I still keep (and shoot) with my D810 despite having a D850 and a Z6ii as well... these are all great cameras and work well for different type of photography imo.

@policeluber6720 Год назад

Yes sports AF from corner to corner not just the middle points high iso is better and head face eye AF is better but Canon sucks can't they make a camera with a bsi stacked sensor at below 6 grand ?! Wtf