Damn bro this video is spot on. Just a went through a whole camera purge and sold a few items to KEH. I think the issue we face the “consumer” is being bombarded by RU-vidrs saying we need this lens and we need this body. I’m guilty of falling into it at times but if I have gear i’m not using I just sell it. It’s pointless to have it sitting there. As always thanks for keeping it 💯
Telling you man - I go thru it to! Thinking I HAVE TO HAVE something for this one part of my job when I’m crushing it as is. Not worth the extra investment.
Yeah yeah yeah…. we are all guilty of buying things we do not need. But then don’t you think RU-vidrs/influencers including yourself contribute to this??? Just look at your video titles. Sure, we don’t need to follow all your (and other influencers) views or opinions but then isn’t that the purpose of your videos? X% of your viewers would get ‘influenced’ one way or another.
Unsubscribe from my channel too then please and make a video title that says that. If you’re not grown enough to not buy stuff you don’t need that’s on you.
@@DeeRosa I did and I have. Done! Again I’m capable of making my decision and owning any mistakes I made. Just sick of those pretentious and click bait titles. All for viewership is it not?
This is going to be a long comment lol. The other day I met a pretty popular fashion photographer from Mexico City who uses Fujifilm. I saw his profile and asked how long he’s been shooting. He said 5-8 years. He had a ton of business and clients. I asked him what lens he uses and he said “just the 18-55 Kit Lens.” I was shocked af and I asked him “why?” And he said “why would I need anything else?” And when I tell you his photography was so damn good, it’s an understatement. He mastered technique, style, lighting and never once thought to get a different lens because “focal length is focal length. Shoot at f5.6 with good lighting and everything is sharp.” And that’s when I realized the gear trap is a very real thing. I shoot weddings, engagements and the best photos are between f2.8 and f4. F1.4 leaves so much of out of focus. Sure the eye is in focus, but the groom’s tie isn’t. The bride’s dress is blurry and that costs more than my camera. I’m sure she wants it in focus. So you’re absolutely right when it comes to redundancy and GAS. If you don’t need to shoot at f1.4, maybe don’t buy an f1.4 lens. If you don’t shoot events at 2.8, maybe you don’t need a 2.8 zoom and go for an f4 instead with more focal length and lighter weight. And if people say you have a harsh approach, I’d say they’re right but I’d rather have the harsh truth than a lie. Awesome video man!
One of, if not the best Vid with advice that is down to earth, very realistic, easy to understand, no bull sh*t ,, ego challenging (mine too 🤪) etc. Thank you man!
Buyers remorse is real, but also finding your niche for photography or You should just do me as a hobby and whatnot just find some dick you enjoy doing You don't have to go too crazy into it which again I'm guilty of as well cuz when I first started I'm just going to buy a bunch of lenses and I talked to my aunt who is professional photographer and she said don't do that now you just blowing money on stuff should probably will never use so yeah on lenses I don't use as much I just downsize
Right in the middle of falling into the abyss of gear purchasing again and found this video. My wallet is thanking you while I’m staring at my used once rs3 mini lol it’s a skill issue and instead of buying more gear I gotta get good. Who woulda thought
me too, I have 7 cameras of 6 systems, I like them, but I feel something not right; I want to sell some, but I don't want to sell them cheap, like lose money in a gamble.
@@gofy9990 ehh it's fun to have them. I'm in no hurry to get rid of them but I do have some on my eBay store. Some of us like to just use different types of cameras and not care too much about the final results. More techy and less artsy is how I roll. Especially since I don't do photography for money and use photography as a hobby/self meditation.
Gulty as charged. I wondered briefly why we don't see any more videos like this one. Then I realized after doing this video where do you go from here? Most of the camera audience for RU-vid are people who want to make a good decision on buying gear. So if they stop buying gear, why do they need you? I can see only one more video after this, entitled "Go Out and Shoot" but that completes the series. 1. Stop buying gear and 2. Go Out and Shoot.
I think this notion is true, except for this year. With all the new film products, it's imperative that we show support for the new products (granted it's not making you go broke, obviously)
@@DeeRosa sell me yours hah. Yeah I mean these are just hovering around a price for a nice one where it's not a total no brainer but seems like a nice buy if you can find the right one with the right accessories for the right price.
Great advice. I love Borrow Lenses. I rented a second FX30 for a gig and charged that to the client. I am getting a second body. This one will be the A6400, which I'm planning to use as my walkaround photography camera. I'm moving away from shooting photos on my phone and this cam also shoots 4K and can be used as a b cam and a webcam.
Great Video, I switched over to M43 and gave up on Full frame after rushing to buying gear I didn't need/use. I'm enjoying a simple 25mm or the 12-35mm and keeping things light. I LITTERALLY felt more pressure due everyone telling me to buy Sony gear; now I love my little Lumix G9
Hi 👋🏻 I’m a French viewer that love to watch your videos. I’m started my photography journey recently and bought a 2nd hand X-pro 3 and 27mm 2.8. I just purchased an 56mm 1.2 that I will receive soon. My question is, wich lens do you recommend me for larger field of view ? I’m hesitating between 18mm 2.0 or 16mm 2.8. Can you confirm me that I will have a significant difference between 18 to 27mm apsc ? Best regards Quentin
Great message in your video! I’m guilty of owning overlapping focal lengths and multiple format digital and film cameras. Buying new gear is no substitute for just getting out there. I need to focus more on experiences vs buying more gear. 👍🏽📷🎞️ 📸
I think you have a point. But I think having a bunch of lenses and maybe even a few bodies can be part of the fun of the hobby. A lot of the lenses I have I bought because I also just like how they look, it's fun owning it and just looking at it or playing around with it. Sure I could just limit my gear down to what I actually "need" and just have one fixed lens camera and do all the photography I do now. But it's also fun to have the choice and kind of try a bunch of lenses and bodies over the years, you can always sell it.
On the same theme I stumbled across the documentary " The Minimalists " during lockdown and it really made me evaluate all aspects of my own consumerism in a positive way. Photography wise I have all the cameras, lenses, bags etc I realistically need, resaleable at a profit because I always bought used carefully at good prices. If I really feel a different camera or lens is going to add value to my enjoyment of what for me is a hobby then it has to be funded by letting go of an existing item, that really makes you consider the trade. I've drawn a line and ringfenced my expenditure to the value of the gear I have now. It feels good and quite liberating to be honest.
Over the last year I realised I’m more a collector than a photographer. I sold 80% of my stuff, kept only what I’m actually use everytime I shoot and realised; I’m happier. Buying gear you think it makes you a better photographer? It’s not gonna happen. SPEND MORE MONEY IN PRINTS!
I think the mistake people often make is they consume too many videos and see this new tech and images taken with that tech. Doing that brings the hype and makes you believe you need to buy it to create similar images. Same with presets etc. This happens more when we are not making images much and we forget how good the stuff we own is. I only ever own one camera and usually keep that camera for 5-6 years at least. I had one lens for years and now have had the 23, 35, 50 f2 and the XT3 bought on discount for 999 for the last 4-5 years because, honestly that is all I need to cover 99% of my use cases. In the future I may pickup the 90 f2 but only when I specifically need it otherwise it may only get used for like 5% of images which would be a poor investment.
Yeah. We take in too much. We also have to learn to tame the desire to just buy stuff. If you’re doing it in one part of life - you’ll do it in every part.
@@seed157 calling me outside of my name isn’t criticism. It’s being an asshole because I didn’t make you feel sparkly and I don’t like your favorite camera or whatever you first got mad about. Victim mentality.
@@seed157 you there a fit over the Peter McKinnon video actually. A whole ass hissy fit in September and then went and commented on multiple other videos lmao. And you still do. Every video you do this.
Whenever I have two of the same lens I inevitably just favor and shoot one of them. Right now, for my main 50mm it's a much slower f2.8 over a 1.4 because it's smaller, better ergos and I rarely find myself needing (or nailing focus on) a 1.4. "BUT f2.8 IS SO SLOW!" It really isnt. Especially on digital. The rendering is different so that's the main reason I hold on to the 1.4. But would I miss it if it was gone? Not really. Same with 85mm. I almost always just pick up my DSLR and it's excellent 85/1.8 over my Leica. Yet I still own a 90mm for my Leica. I love the 28mm for my DSLR. Is it fast? Nope! Another 2.8. Should I spend $800 for a Leica CV in 28mm?.... I probably wouldn't use it as much so why? ...and don't get me started on redundant film bodies. Do I need one for each mount? (sigh)
