My Camera Collection & Why New Gear Isn't Exciting Anymore 

Cameras are exciting to those of us who can’t afford every new camera that comes out or in the position to receive a new camera every time one comes out to play with.

as a long time viewer, I’m glad it only took a couple years for you to finally land on Lumix and realize how enjoyable they are to shoot! I really miss false color on the S5IIX when shooting without a monitor (waveform is fine), but otherwise it’s kind of the perfect camera for run and gun and social shooting situations since it’s low profile . esp because the open gate image is really flexible . and the image from the BRAW with highlight recovery enabled in Resolve is beautiful .

Would love a vintage glass in zf video

I honestly love this format for you. You’re a hell of a rambler, Cam. I thought it was funny that this video is about how camera gear isn’t exciting but you’re definitely still excited about it. No hate just a funny observation on my end. I recently kicked my GAS. I think trying to increase my clientele and realizing I have basically all the gear I need to make whatever photo is in my head helped me do so. Do I still look at new cameras? Definitely. But I do it with reason now. I know the next camera will be a video centric one as I’m directing on multiple projects with DP’s but would like to have the option to scale down for smaller clients where I can just film everything myself. There’s a journey that brings maturity into the camera purchases and reason to that. Great video! Keep em coming.

Ha, that comment at 6:56 is spot on. Eventually, if you're a photographer who's been doing it long enough, all roads seem to lead to Leica. Lol.

I haven't shot Leica and likely won't for many years, but I just picked up a Blackmagic CC6k with that crazy sale and holy shit. The simplicity mixed with the image quality is what I imagine shooting Leica is like. Also love that I can use the S5iix with the CC6K seamlessly and share the L mount lenses. Great video Cam. Great to see you posting more again!

Love your work mate! Keep it up.

I *hope* we *possibly* might see some original/forgotten ideas implemented in new cameras. Here’s some desirable for me: - vertically oriented viewfinder for portrait shooters (p17 I know but with scale focusing it’s really not a portrait camera) - eye-tracking AF but the eye of the photographer is being tracked - remember canon eos33/elan7 with this feature? - 3:4 and 5:4 in camera *view* and raw modes for most cameras. Is it really that hard to do?! - in camera hyperfocal auto mode (it stays hyperfocal while you change aperture and/or zoom) - wide-tele switching lens - click the button and 35 is converted to 70 or otherwise - like in those film Nikon point and shoots - midrange light zooms: 35-150/3.5 or 4 (tamron made one but it’s heavy). Do all of us really need 28mm or 24mm? - extra-small tele-zooms like 75-150/3.5 - wdyt?

Would definitely like to hear more about the shift from commercial to youtube.

Your videos are very inspiring, thank you! What adapter brand do you use for your M Mount to Z mount?

I've currently got the A7RV and the Nikon Z8 - I'm looking for some vintage glass to add a little more character, what do you recommend? Sounds like the Voigtlanders could be the way to go

Great stuff, Cam. Quick question. Do you back button focus on the cameras with the hardware that supports it?

Very Great Video Love it. Iam currently saving for a Leica. I wanted to buy a fuji but i will get through with my Sony a7iii this year.

Was there some sort of thumb grip on the back of your Zf? I saw the wooden front grip, but it looked like there was an additional grip at the back?

1:25. Good for you. Kudos. Congratulations. I think it could be helpful for many to hear your experience here.

Your videos are so good man. Talking about gear, I was hoping you could help me out with a lens decision. If it were your choice, would you get the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN II Art or the Tamron 35-150mm F/2-2.8 Di III? Thanks a lot!

Everything that came out since 2020 or even 2019 has been amazing. It’s all about what you do with it, not the gear, per se.

Great chat bro!!!

I really dig the Ramblers thing. The vibe is almost like a podcast but with us the audience as the guests. And you’re still one of the few YT’s who I trust will shoot straight instead of trying to say the “right” thing. I really think your success and YT growth is going to be fueled by this unique part of who you are. Anyways. Yeah I wish gear inspired me more than a few days. 😂 Now the inspiration is the art that channels through now and then that is so stunning it really does seem to be from the great Artist in the Sky. 😉 Ramble on! 😘

Do you have any issues with moire with your S5ii? I am trying to decide between that and the Fx3 form outdoor fitness videos. What would you recommend? BTW I like this format - super insightful!

My favourite kind of video, might be weird but I just love listening to photographers speak about the gear they love and why. I’d love to hear more about using vintage glass on new camera bodies, I’m thinking of adapting some to my a7RV, or I may just get something like the Nikon F3, but using a film camera on a toddler 😂 man they run, spin and turn faster a wild animal

Loving the raw ramblers feel man

We’re in a great space for cameras now for sure! It honestly eases the stress off of what camera you should buy. Plus, I really love seeing Nikon back in the conversation for video shooters.

Great perspective here. Any of the options these days gets the job done. I wish the ZF had a little more video horsepower. Maybe they'll make one with the Z63 sensor eventually.

Cool 📽️📷⚡

Damn. This has me tempted to sell my X100V to go back to Zf.. and use Sony 40 2.5 and 35 GM adapted on the Zf.

I associate to so much in this video. The zf just feels amazing. theres something about it. I shot all the time with an a7rv and a leica q3, and the leica is just incredible. Not that the sony is not. The sony is a masterpiece, that take a ton of brain power sometimes, but when you get it right, wow does it shine. BUt that leica, is just magic

You created any luts for the z8?

Id love that panosonic s5iix its on my wish list

I've been shooting for 15yrs and don't even upgrade my gear anymore unless it breaks. I do still photography and video so looking at going Sony. I get hired to shoot a lot of content and have had people request Sony Cameras. The Nikons are the best hybrids no doubt but Sony has the best Eco System. I'll probably get some A7IV's and an FX3 to start with intentions to ad an FX6 later. It all depends on what you shoot.

Curious to know if the Nikon in camera stabilization works well with E mount lenses

I feel like this is a common character arc. I’m glad I figured it out in 3 years and not 15…. Of course, the gear matters but specs don’t make you a better photographer. A simple camera forces you to think. I think Leica is cool because it’s simple but it’s also super premium in the files are just so nice. It’s OK to like nice things.

Bruh saying new camera doesn’t excite him and he own all of them 🤣

Can someone point me in the direction to find a bottle of haze? What are you using? I like it! Thx 🙏

I get it. I'm tired of spending so much money over the years on so many different cameras and systems. I had a guts-full of Fuji after ten years and swapped over to Nikon Z system. As you say, when you compare the fuji files to the Nikon FF, it is night and day. I'm just filthy with myself for slumming it with Fuji for so long. I now hate to even hear the name Fuji. Unfortunately here in Australia they are doing an all-out advertising blitz. Every time I watch a YT, there is a damned Fuji add. I love my two Nikon Z6ii's and six of their wonderful Z lenses. No more hankering for me now!

the minute u said lumix is to watching 👊

Have you considered dabbling in some 16mm film? Bored with new gear too and I’ve found some solace and peace by diving into motion picture film. Wild rabbit hole indeed.

Have you thought about a Kolari Thin Filter Legacy Lens upgrade for your Zf, since you shoot so much vintage glass? Those lenses won't fully shine w/o it.

That zf wood grip! Where can I get it?

Red is sold?

Do you still have the Xpan?

Would love to hear you chat more about taking jobs based on interest. Keep it up mate.

Should try those Leica M lenses on the Sony!

💣💥🎉Thank You

Agreed. I sold so much of my camera gear. I bought 3d printers for my van so I can design costumes and props on remote location for films.

What about the GFX ? You seemed to love it also!

Alright alright , imma step up my talking head video cinematography

That last part of this video was the realest thing EVER. We are absolutely SPOILED nowadays when it comes to cameras. Literally ANY camera made within the past 5 years will produce a great image. I think the next step in terms of competition with manufacturers is going to be AI integration into the operating systems of these cams. And I'm here for it!

The new leica digi on your story says otherwise haha

You’ll like Leica. Till you try a Hasselblad. So I’ve heard. I can’t afford that gear

Broooo don’t forget to about the glasss 😩

If financial ability is doing well for you, is it ok for me to craft something for you like a logo or illustration to help me get a hard drive as soon as possible? I know for some it may sound like it's not much but I really need one to help me get back on track in life and I can't afford one right now even it seem little money to get one, please if you get to read this comment, let me know if it's ok to give me an opportunity, maybe someday I can get myself a camera too, a Zf with a 28-400mm f4-8 :-)

If you want a digital Leica get the m10r not the buggy m11

I love you cam but wtf… you just got a Leica 😂. But I get what you’re saying. I kinda like taking “crappier gear” and making it look good. Love from a day 1 follower when you was just a photo guy

Johnny Depp, wich camera is most cinematic and flexible?

Yeah man. I’m totally bored with watching camera review videos and lens reviews because I feel like they’re maxed out. How much better can they be? Or get? They’re totally awesome, every one of them. But people don’t think about what they want to actually do with them as much as how much dynamic range they have. :-) at some point, they’re all good enough. It’s fun to collect things, but I’m more inspired by stories, but that’s just me. No shade to anybody who’s just way into the tech, that’s cool too, it’s just not my thing. And I am totally a tech nerd. I was actually a beta tester for plenty of pro audio equipment. But at the end of the day, make me cry, make me think, make me laugh. I’m into the technology for about two hours, then I have to create something magical . Yeah, I’m bored. Lol.

Bro if I told you my personal story you’d laugh. But I’ve decided that enough is enough in 2025 when I’ll have saved enough money to buy a Leica M4 or M6 and a Hasselblad CXi with all main lenses.

Brace for the Leica hate. 🛡

There’s a reason cowboys don’t name their horses…

Bahahaha!

Just wait till someone hands you a monochrom M and you see the files, game over 🫡📷✨