Truth is I really don’t give a damn about brand wars- I just a tech lover. Sony isn’t the greatest at everything (I prefer Canon for many other reasons) but it’s the lens selection that continues to win me over.
Tamron and Sigma open doors for us normiees who just want to take some fire pics but don't have 2K to drop on a lens. Thats what makes Sony more appealing to me than other brands.
You wish for a Sony prime 200mm, well I wish for a perfect 1.4x teleconverter for the Sony 135mm 1.8 GM which will make it to a 190mm 2.5 Lens ! So you only have to carry the 135 + the 1.4x
As an amateur, switching brands/systems would be ridiculous. I am nowhere near the point where a Canon, Nikon, or whatever would do anything for me or my images. Now, if I was starting for zero, maybe I would choose differently, but I will stay with Sony because the camera and lenses I have are not what is holding me back. Improving my knowledge and skills is what will make my photos better.
I would agree with this, EXCEPT, I have the canon R and would love some more RF glass, but have a choice between $3000AUD glass or cheaper alternatives that are much darker and not as sharp.
@@emmw7794 A little over two years ago I switched from Canon to Sony. First using the A7RIV and now with the A1. I had been a Canon shooter for over 30 years. As I was shooting more and more video, I was not happy with the results I was getting with my Canon 5DMkIV, especially the almost unusable 4K footage. The A1 is the best camera I have ever used, and Sony GM lenses are every bit as good as Canon L lenses. People say Canon and Nikon have now caught up with Sony, but I'm not impressed enough to switch again.
Well said and I agree 100%. I have invested a lot in the 4 lenses I have, I see no reason to switch systems especially when I'm an amateur and need to increase skill level more than my gear specs. When I got my A7Siii it checked all of the boxes for me at the time it was released and that started me in the Sony ecosystem. Now I'm starting to get into photography too, I plan on picking up another camera that's more suited for it than the A7Siii, but with the glass I already have it just makes sense to stick with Sony. It's not like the options they have available aren't really good cameras. And I don't need the best, regardless of that is Sony, Canon, Nikon, or another brand, I just need the best for me.
Your love for your Fuji is like my love for my old film cameras. Having to work to get what the digitals get without effort is often its own reward. Slowing down and practicing the craft helps with creativity.
I'm a portrait & Event photographer, I've used the m50, a7ii & III and I settled on Nikon z6 & D800. Nothing to do with specs and everything to do with the fact that it was easiest for me to use and felt the best in my hand. Buy & use what you like. And have fun
I was telling someone a week ago, These camera brands have done a really good job of producing quality stuff so you can’t go wrong with either brand. I started with Canon, so I’m just used to it and I stick with it, but you can hop in with any brand and find that each company is doing a really good job right now.
It's a pretty level playing field at this point, with varying degrees of strengths in each setup. Tech is fun to explore and geek out on, but all that matters is the final product - and what we're most comfortable / successful using.
I'm not a pro shooter by any means, I'm more of a hobbyist focusing mainly on landscapes (using Canon 90D), but I enjoy seeing the competition between brands. Competition leads to technological advances, and I agree that each top camera for all brands offer so much it no longer comes down to specs, more so what the user is comfortable with and creativity.
I bought a Sony A7iii about 6 months after they came out. And back then they were absolutely better than the competition. But now canon and nikon have caught up and they are all great. People have Sony to thank for pushing Canon and Nikon. I still have my A7iii and see no need to upgrade as its still amazing. I also have an x100v which I love 😎
I love my a7iii as well, no need to upgrade anytime soon. Also I totally agree that brands have caught up although Nikon still feels behind, especially for price you pay. Still think Sony has better options for price = performance like the a7iii, a7iv. And lense choices and prices are just way better! Ill never switch from Sony
I started shooting 2 years ago and began with a Fujifilm X-T20, bought an X-T3 after that for faster focus. For me, Fuji won me over because of the lens lineup as well. They are small, less expensive but just as sharp. Yes, it's not full frame and yes, it doesn't have the best autofocus, but I'm well aware of the fact that i'm using the capabilities of the system for less than 40% right now. It gives me the chance to explore different primes and how to work with them without breaking the bank. Perhaps I'll need to reconsider this when my work improves, but for now, there are so many Fuji shooters that are way better than me. So why change now? Even when the X-T3 is becoming a limit, I have still the change to move to the X-H2 lineup to get more out of the lens lineup.
When I first started photography the reason I was leaning more with Sony was simply the lens selection, my very first camera was a Canon 80D. I absolutely loved the images that I would get with that camera, and when I started looking into getting better glass I realized that there wasn’t a lot of affordable options for me. When I got my Sony A73, I started building a collection of higher quality glass and that helped to not only inspire me but my photography started to improve drastically as well.
@@juliateresa8694 I will say that the low resolution screen sucked at time but the images that I would get from that camera were amazing! In my opinion, it’s still a very capable camera in 2023, but if you’re looking for a bump in screen and viewfinder resolution I would suggest the A74 or the new Sony A700 which is a crop sensor camera but it has great image quality!
I've been at fuji for the past 3 years, but my Z9 landed last Friday. I will sell most of my fuji gear , but leave my favorit setup (x-t4 + a few lenses) . That way I have the Z9 for the serious stuff , and the Fuji when I need something compact and powerful. Today though it's hard to go wrong with any system , in the end like you said , it's not about spect it's more to do with personal taste and the experice. Before Fuji I had Nikon so for me , the Z9 is like coming back home finally. But one thing we can be thankful for to Sony is for shaking the ground under Canikon , without Sony we wouldn't have all this great tech. Back then everyone were all like , "mehh eye autofocus? that's for beginniers, a toy tech of a trend".. and now look where we are. Canikon are such snobs ungainly beasts... Thank you Sony for waking the bears out of thier winter slumber..
I shoot Panasonic Lumix FF and kinda love that they never get brought up in videos like this,even thought they are awesome cameras. Too many people get caught up in what's popular when in reality, all the big brands make great cameras!
I agree, partly. I'm a Lumix FF guy too. The S5 is a very dope, small-ish camera and its feature set is very creatively inspiring so every time I see these type videos that totally dismiss Lumix FF bodies as if they are not even a comparable option I feel 50% "you guys are crazy haters" / 50% "you guys really have no idea". Ultimately though, I totally blame the issue on Panasonic Lumix themselves for not putting up any real fight in the marketing battlegrounds of RU-vid / social media, etc. Their FF cameras are dope but their marketing efforts are pitiful and very frustrating to support. Searching RU-vid you might think that they only good for cat photos. Smh. LOL!
You’re totally bang on, Car Guy’s or Car Guy’s if you’re really into it you see the benefits and the beauty in each system. It’s good seeing the RU-vidr actually being honest for a change. And Manny you’re not an introvert lol captain Showboat!
Sony Gang here! Also I don’t have the money to switch back and forth. The A7III was my first mirror less/ Sony . Loved it. I got the Ar4 now.. need better glass.
Great vid and glad you didn't cut out your daughter! That's how my son is still at 13!!! As a person wanting to switch to Sony as a hobby. What do you recommend that will also shoot great shots. I'm switching from my very old Canon. Thanks!!
Great video. I had an older camera and upgraded recently. I looked at all the brands and found the glass made the most sense for me. What I wanted to do, only one brand had glass that could do it and still be affordable. I think the biggest roadblock for any camera manufacturer is the affordability of their GOOD glass. I have no idea on the process behind it all, but 2-3 grand for a lens is just insane to me. I guess whoever can revolutionize the glass game to where you get a fast professional weather sealed lens for under $500 will dominate the market. I'm sure if it was easily possible, it'd already have been done though.
The A7III and the alpha collective got me started, the A7RIV made me really like the system but the lens eco system is what really got me hooked on Sony and very unlikely to leave. Really hope there’s an 85mm f1.2 GM on its way 🙏
the 85mm f1.2 is the hardest lense to make,. that neither nikon, sigma and other 3rd party lenses manufacturer cant event make,. also the GM 50mm 1.2 is not actually 50mm its 47.5mm not 50mm they just called it 50mm 1.2 to compete with nikon 50mm 1.2 and RF 50mm 1.2 canon has superiority when it comes creating lenses,. why sony the the superiority when it comes to software,.
@@kenjiyamamoto3884 Nikon supposedly have an 85mm f1.2 on their roadmap. This is the same company that made the 58mm f0.95. As for Sony their 50mm f1.2 compares very very well to the competition. An 85mm f1.2 GM is rumoured to be in development.
@@joe2snj well its been more than 10years sony trying to make 85mm 1.2,. while canon has aready made it easy to recreate a RF 50mm 1.2, 85mm 1.2 in just short period of time when they transition to mirrorless,. also RF lenses are now insanely unique,. RF 24-70mm 2.8 with IS,. while Sony GM is 24-70mm 2.8 with no IS,. thats the difference how good canon are in making lenses,. they created a lense that no other like in the market,. like 28-70 f2,. while Nikon i guess is out of funds in R&D,. and canon still a moron in giving canon users the specs that they wanted,. and charging overpriced,. and sony try to be in top 1 camera manufacturer,. giving all the benefits and specs,. but still Canon is KING,. until canon is not yet de throne in their maket share,. they will still continue to be ashol3,. im pretty sure once SONY become top 1,. Canon will gives the specs what canon users wanted,.
@@kenjiyamamoto3884 Sony made an 85mm f1.4 GM which came out in 2016. That was their 1st mirrorless prime in that focal length so it’s unlikely Sony have been trying to make one for 10 years which would be 2012. Sony could have put OSS into their 24-70mm f2.8 GM II but they decided not to as they prioritised reducing size and weight. Nikon’s R&D has produced the following; The Z9, 400mm f4.5, 800mm f6.3 and 400mm f2.8 TC Yes the 28-70mm f2 L is a fine lens but so is Tamron’s 35-150 f2-2.8, not to mention Sony’s 12-24mm f2.8 GM, 20mm f1.8 G, 35mm f1.4 GM, 24mm f1.4 GM, 50mm f1.2 GM, 135mm f1.8 GM, 14mm f1.8 GM, 70-200mm f2.8 GM II, 24-70mm f2.8 GM II and then from 3rd parties - Sigma’s 35mm f1.2 Art, 65mm f2, Samyang’s 135mm f1.8, Voigtländer’s 35and 50mm f2 APO Lanthars. Others are capable of making glass that is as good as if not better than what Canon has.
It is Minolta that made me choose Sony from their a300, a77ii, a3000, a7ii, to a7iii, maybe a7iv. Nikon Z5 which I also own gives slight edge on the color, but the form factor of A7 series wins me over other brands. I am also a vintage lens shooter. It is just so convenient to adapt and shoot vintage lenses using a7 series.
I’ve been dating Sonys since 2012, and already bought her the cars, the house, the jewelry (lenses). I’m just fully embedded into the ecosystem and happy with most of what she can do minus a few quirks, like transfer software , imaging edge, and a few in-camera quirks like ISO Auto Min SS not working perfectly.
Not to mention of your a gimbal user. The Sony a1 with just the body I think is better especially if creators are using cages to put on mikes and what not. Gimbals can be cumbersome let alone putting a beast like the z9 and putting all the gear on it. If you do use one that is.
Manny, I really appreciate your gear evaluations. You present all of the details, offer your thoughts without preaching, and your work shows what is possible. Love your channel!
I’ve loved being with my Sony gear mainly because of the Tamron line of lenses and SPECIALLY the Tamron 35-150 f2-2.8 honestly! Just has helped me create and stay creative and enjoy it.
@@justinperna9966 Damn! I know Amazon had it for a bit but not sure if it still was available. Only had like two in stock when I shared it to my subscribers. I got mine last year in October area and got lucky cause randomly no one else could get it.
I concur with you Manny O. Having the resources to use various camera brands relative to your needs, why not, as long as express your art! With this, your images are inspirational!
I think you're spot on here about looking at more than specs. I've been thru canon, Sony and nikon and ended up being a nikon shooter fully loaded on the Z system now (not Z9 but 6iiand 7ii). And of course I've been jealous on the others auto focus, but because of the joy and amusement, and the superior user experience (for my personal preferences) nikon is for me, that's my current cup of tea. Nikon has its flaws like the others but is most fun to use for me, with canon as a close runner up.
I’m a freelance photographer, I’ve used the 200D, 5Dmiii, Fuji xt3, A7ii, A7iii, and finally decided to settle at Panasonic because I want the Fuji Colours which I really fell in love with, it was almost all click and sent, it was small light and beautiful. and the only brand gave me that feeling closest is the LUMIX s5 (which is fullframe)
Curious…. What do you like with the S5 vs the A7iii? I currently shoot with a Panasonic g85, and looking to switch to full frame for work. I like being familiar with Panasonic, but hear about focus issues and lens range. What are your thoughts?
I switched from M4/3 to a used Sony A7Rii because it was an affordable way to get into a full frame system that would work with all my 'cheap" vintage lenses. Over the past couple of years I've been building up my collection of modern lenses. I now have the Batis 25mm and 40mm, and the Sony Zeiss 55mm 1.8. I bought them all used and it's been a relatively affordable way for me to get a system well beyond my skill level.
INTERNAL MEMORY!!! That is the next feature each manufacturer needs to work on. When my phone has 1TB of storage, there is no reason why my camera shouldn’t have at least the same. Keep the removable storage as well, but add internal as the primary.
these days I do mostly concert photography. I started with Canon back in the mid 80s and pretty much stayed with them, although I have owned Mamiya and Pentax as well. I got the Sony A7iii almost 2 years ago and it is my main camera now. However, I got the Sigma adapter and use Canon L lenses on it. I did not get rid of my Canon cameras which include the 7D and 6D. I also have a Nikon D810 that I kept as well. I saw no reason to sell any of those cameras. As long as the camera is good quality I will get great photos. The name on the camera is not as big of a deal to me as it might be to others. I am happy with all my cameras. I do like the mirrorless Sony a lot though. Works like a charm with my Canon 70-200 f2.8 L lens, which is my main concert lens. If the Sony goes down I can use the Canons or Nikon and not miss a beat. Another good video, Manny. 🙂
For me a camera is only as good as the lenses available for it. I love Canon but ended up swapping to Sony purely for lenses like the 35GM and 85mm DN Art. Older EF equivalents on Canon are often $1000 AUD more than the Sony ones so it worked out much cheaper for me.
Brand doesn't matter. What matters is what you're comfortable with and enjoy shooting. Canon 1DX II shooter here and have the R3 coming next week. I wouldn't dream of switching because I'm heavily invested in Canon glass, love Canon colour science and they feel good in my hand. It's the squishy bit behind the camera that matters at the end of the day, although new tech does make life easier.
I was happy that finally a photographer said exactly the same things as me. Manny I really agree with everything you said in this video. It is a great advantage that Sony bodies are "portable, compact" and more mobile in their competitors. When the lens variety is added to this, it stands out even more. This is exactly why mirrorless cameras were first introduced by Sony; "More portable, smaller and has all the features of a DSLR."
Sony has a great buffet of lenses. The canon inexpensive 1.8 2.8 RF primes are a huge step behind the competition. They all have external zoom with optics that protrude from the lens. Canon maybe if your only using L glass.
I want to get a bit more serious about working as a photographer/ videographer, what system would you recomend for someone that only has the gx85 with a couple of lenses, and a canon 6d with a 50 mm (plus some canon flashes?) I want gear that works for both stills and video, and I am overwhelmed by all the options.
In the summer of 2018, I was literally depressed at discovering Manny Ortiz's channel, how I discovered Sony's advantages over my Canon DSLR. In autumn 2018, when Canon's mirrorless answer was the R, I switched to Sony. Today, it's a far different camera world.
Manny, I would love to listen to you do a podcast. I feel like we share so many similar views on photography and you have so much valuable insight on how to get started and further a fulfilling career in photography.
When I transitioned from Nikon to mirrorless, the number one reason on my list was to find a mirrorless camera that is lighter and smaller in form with no compromises because over a period of time, the weight and bulk of the Nikon I had somehow discouraged me from shooting. It became unbearable, especially when I was out shooting for hours. I’d go home with back pain and arms shot. That’s why I went with Sony. It’s hard to deny how much they are innovating. It’s also hard to deny that Sony is truly the best value for the buck. Also, their ecosystem and third party support is parallel to Apple and I believe this is what makes them so successful and appealing to most photographers. I can’t lie, I used to side with Canon and Nikon over any other company. But after using Sony, I realized that Sony is truly top notch quality. They are more than a consumer electronics company because they listen to their fan base and give them what they ask for. That’s the kind of company I will always support. I still love Canon and Nikon, don’t get me wrong. But, Nikon still has some issues with their tech, and Canon, well, I can’t justify their prices when I can pay a lot less and get the same quality. I know for a fact that Sony IS the future because they are the reason why Canon and Nikon had to really step up their game and catch up. I can’t wait to see what the future holds for Sony. P.S. Sony, if you’re listening, 85mm f/1.2 GM, please.
Just gotta say, Sony is just copycatting things olympus and panasonic have already done for decades and still do better in literally every aspect but auto focus. Your future has been my present and past for about 15 years now.
Your reasons for switching from Nikon over to Sony are my exact reasons as well. I currently own a Nikon DSLR and just recently ordered the A7IV along with a few lenses to start. The compact lens designs as well as the lens ecosystem attracted me from Nikon. And I love the 135/1.8 GM lens and will have it some day.
The two cameras that keep grabbing my attention and making it impossible for me to choose are the Nikon Z9 and the Sony A7R V. And then I accidentally saw a video of a Limited Edition Leica silver SL2, which is also a high resolution camera but from what I hear is way behind in technology compared to the Sony and Nikon, and to make my choice even more difficult is the fact that the Leica SL3 is being released next year and so is the Canon R1 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 For now my main dilemma is choosing between the Sony A7R V and the Nikon Z9
Introverts unite! I agree with your video. Here in Korea Sony lenses are available by the truckloads. So much variety and then the Canon you probably can choose 1 lens
Thank you for the PPA plug they are amazing. Don’t forget to plug their monthly five always. I won the sigma 150-600 sport back in March. The R5 is bad ass as a pro photographer I can’t go jumping every year. The R5 is just sick. Keep up the good work
5:15 Thank you for sharing that detail! It is warming to see that im not the only father on this planet where my kids interrupt me when I do important stuff
Manny, Do you see a lot of moire issues with the Sony? I think it also doesn't have an AA filter. I have had more moire with my z9 then any camera I think I have used in 10 years. Including my Fuji GFX 100. not sure why that is, but it's starting to get to a point where it can be used and it's got me looking. Since you have used both, I'm curious if you saw that in the z9 or if you are seeing anything with the Sony
If I had models like that I would not switch either! But seriously, I think users should really think hard before switching to another brand, it would be very expensive if you have a few lenses already.
Long ramble but I loved it! I'm so glad I made the decision to shoot all brands. I'm never jealous, and I enjoy the best of all worlds. Sony A7iv, Canon R5 and Nikon Z6ii
Correct me if I heard wrong but did you say the R5 has a rolling shutter? As with other new R’s it only happens in electronic mode not mechanical mode.
I'm still shooting with my 85mm 1.8 (Sony). I can't see myself ever getting rid of it. I actually sold it a few few years back, and then bought it again 6 months later. I travel, and the weight/performance is totally my thing. My lens choices are all a weight consideration now, as well as with my camera (and everything else). I can't say anyone has noticed any differences in the quality of the work, and I'm happier for sure. Fuji's sexiness is very appealing to me, but everything just works right now (until the mic jack and HDMI port go South on my a7C lol). Great episode as always Manny.
I’m going to switch from Canon to Sony, so this video hit home for me. As you said, it’s not about the tech, it’s about how it makes you feel creatively
I’ve been shooting sony since 2007 my first camera was the A-700. I loved it and been with Sony ever since then. I’ve used canon between them but always reverted back to Sony.
I been shooting longer than some but not an ancient (film shooter or retired). Since I already have nikon f mount lenses (a mostly 3rd party, since the late 2000s) I stayed with nikon for the Z. I adapted the lenses and it works fine, save me on switch/ rebuying lenses. My lens collection is over 10 for sure. Also owned a sony a7 and Panasonic m4/3. They work but didn't like the layout, tad small too. I learned to shoot in any condition and situation so the best tech doesn't affect me too much compared to a beginner. I do get more keeper with newer tech, but a few missed shots doesn't effect me.
People should just shoot with what they want honestly. Sometimes camera wars feel like console wars between Xbox and Sony fanboys. Don't they realize that the presence of both companies is good for the industry? Same goes for cameras. You don't have to give a reasoning. Just shoot with whatever you want. Also the part where your daughter strolled in was cute lol.
I completely agree with almost all the content of the video. Manny has no reason to switch because he has tons of equipment in all the ecosystems. I think specs are important but not the most important unless there is a specific specification that you want. For example, if you need high frame rate, you need to be picking a high frame rate camera. The part I want to emphasize about Manny's talk is the shooting experience and how the camera fits you. For Manny, that Fuji camera just felt right. For me, the Canon R5 is near perfection. I was coming from a Sony A7R3 and that was a frustrating camera for me. It could take some beautiful images (after post-processing) and it had a ton of features, but the annoyances were so so bad like the horrible buffering and that UI is awful. Another point of logic I have to discuss (because I see a lot of people discuss it) are the lenses. For Manny, he's a highly experienced photographer who has tons of equipment in all the ecosystems. He's at the point where he's looking beyond the typical lenses. So for him, it makes sense to use Sony as his primary system because Sony has the most native glass for its mirrorless system. Where I find the false logic in a lot of commenters is how they think a person who is not tied to an ecosystem should pick. If you are starting out with no cameras and no lenses, then you need to pick based on the camera characteristics that fit you. A lens ecosystem should not be the deciding factor for someone starting out. The reason I say that is as someone starting out, you are going to first go to the lenses that you use most often. The tried and true lenses like the 35, 50, 85, 135, 70-200, 24-70, etc. And at this point, all the ecosystems have those easily. Once you've built out your line of lenses, then you are going for more niche lenses. And that's where Manny is at. But a beginner doesn't have to worry that Nikon, Canon, etc. do not have extensive native mirrorless glass. Because by the time that beginner is ready to branch out, Canon, Nikon, etc. will have matured their native lens lineup. However, if you are that unique type that loves shooting with that crazy 12 mm and that's part of your primary arsenal, then it would be wise to go with Sony. But I would never use a lens that you only use a couple times a year to be any deciding factor. I love a tilt-shift lens and I use it whenever I can. But realistically, I don't shoot much with it. My primary movers are the 85 mm and the 35 mm. Sometimes I use a 14 or a 16. Sometimes I use the 70-200. But realistically, I barely use my 70-200 too. As for another lens topic, there is an argument to be made that adapting older lenses makes so much sense for a beginner. And that's because the lens performance can be so good and a dramatically cheaper price due to the huge used market. EF glass can build mountains with how prolific they sold over the years. It's not like the old days of bad lens adapters. An EF lens on a camera like the R5 performs better than the lens on the old DSLR. I used an EF lens on a 6D2 camera and then used it on an RP camera and I was shocked that the images were sharper and more detailed even with all in-body camera noise compression and sharpening turned off. These 2 cameras were supposedly using the same camera sensor, but the RP made better images. I bought a new RF 100mm macro and was a bit disappointed that it didn't really outperform the EF version. The images just had different characteristics but no image could justify buying the more expensive RF version over the EF version (whether a new model or a used model). That said, you really can't go bad with any ecosystem so it comes down to little things that make you happy. It just makes me happy that Canon thinks of little things that are useful to me. Like I can take the R5 into a restaurant, ask a waiter to take a picture of my friends and me, and he'll be able to snap the shot merely by tapping the screen as if it's a smartphone. Waiters never know how to use a traditional camera, but they sure know how to take a smartphone pic.
As a Nikon user I've fought the desire to switch to Sony so many times, mostly as a hybrid video/photo shooter. I love my BM cameras but the ecosystems/mounts just don't mesh well. Thankfully with the Z system things have improved drastically but the fact that Nikon was so closed off with the F mount and not being able to effectively adapt them to anything was such a failing on their part. Here's hoping the Z9 trickles down to some more affordable new mid range cameras
Ziess was a favorite microscope that I used at work. I also liked Nikon and Olympus scopes. I gravitated toward those. My first digital camera was an Olympus, but I got a Sony camcorder because I liked the Zeiss optics. I liked the ergonomics on my Nikon scope, but in the end it comes down to optics so I go with Sony and their partnershop with Zeiss. Battery life is something I can deal with because I carry a couple of fully charged batteries in my pocket and a charging brick in my pack so I can shoot all day. The 3rd party glass is giving me lots of options so I stick with Sony. I also get cheap glass for the Sony/Minolta if I use an Alpha to E mount adapter. All my equipment would have to burn in a house fire for me to consider switching ecosystems.
lol at first I misread your title and thought that you said that you WERE switching😂. Interesting perspectives man, yea it’s all a matter of personal preference at this point great video!📸
Tbh i chose sony when i started because i LOVED your portrait work. Still love it. Wish i could afford the sony A1 but as a hobby thats just overkill lol. Hope i run into ya in nyc one day !
I am not a pro photographer, actually, not even a weekend shooter. But i do own Sony Cybershot DSC-F828. My first and only digital camera that I bought new a long time ago. To get obvious out of the way, my phone does "better" photos however, I love to use the Sony, it makes me do a little work to get that photo that is in a way more special and unique and it looks like a photo that is taken by a camera, not by a phone. It is also almost 20 years old and still works like when was new. Battery holds the charge too! Sony made the best stuff back in the day.
The Pentax K-5 was the camera for me that I loved and learned to take great photos with its Star Lenses I had before. The K-5 body felt great, shutter sounded good but the AF was terrible, shutter speed low, bad low light performance and not that great color science but I loved it. I've moved on to Sony having an A7R II and now an A7 III I'm happy I switched but always remind myself of my roots from my Pentax days. Thanks Pentax but I hope Sony buys you or merge with other camera company because you had a good photography history and legacy that not many appreciate or know and would love you to continue that.
I really love watching your videos. You are just so good at what you do.. I am a photographer but I don't own a camera yet. Would love to get any of your old sony camera. It would really help my work. Thanks
I switched from Pentax to Fuji. Same reasoning as yours, Fuji is what inspires me to shoot. Pentax didn’t. I understand the Fuji system and love the lenses. I love the “soul” of Fuji. That’s all I need. I don’t really feign for full frame anymore. Sure my Fuji crop sensor has some limitations, but I have learned to work WITH them.
This video helped me understand what to buy i was struggling with which camera to buy as a beginner but i found this video helpful so thanks Now i know which system is better for me, Question: I am in Tanzania 🇹🇿 can I still join the PPA??
I think this is a good way to look at it. Great video! Each brand makes great cameras. It really comes down to what feels best in your hands and what works for the way you shoot. I personally prefer Nikon but still think the other brands are good. Too many people ,especially certain youtubers, feel that if they use one brand they have to trash the others. (I mean most Sony influencers seem to really hate Nikon. Almost like its in their contract to talk bad about Nikon any chance they can. I know, not all but I see this a lot) Glad you have a honest, fair view of it.
Lol I shoot Nikon Z6 with a 24-120 f4 s and an 85mm f1.8, This will be setup for the next 7 years, yes that are cameras with faster autofocus out there but after years of using the Z6, there is something I feel when I pick that camera up. The autofocus is fast enough for me, the 24MP files are just perfect and the Raw images are epic!
I’m planning on switching to canon. It will be a slow switch. I have an original 5D classic. With a 50. And I have modern Nikon cameras. But. I find it more “fun” shooting the canon. Even if it’s ALOT older than the others. So it’s not even about being the newest. I high I have. It’s now about what gets me exited when I wanna go shoot.
Very informative Manny. Thank you. Sometimes being locked into one system I can't help but wonder if the grass is greener on the other side. I understand some of the short falls of the system I'm using compared to the other systems out there and can make an informed decision to stay on my current system or switch to another one. Or if it would make sense to use multiple systems.
I started with Nikon, loved them. Switched to Nikon Mirrorless, loved it. Sony shooter now not because I felt Sony was better but I had to basically start all over again and basically just for lens selection. If I never sold all my Nikon gear and took a year off I would still be a Nikon shooter. Fun fact, I have a Sony a74 and have not made a dime off photo and video from the camera. The money maker was my Nikon, even for video. A lot of that is my laziness to book jobs due to my day job but point is, agreeing with Manny here, you can pretty much get the same results from any camera brand.
Started with EF mount Canon and got on really well with it. Then got an A7S for low light and slowly moved over to Sony as they improved everything from the AF to the glass. There are things that I miss from the Canon but none are sufficient to get me to change back. They are tools a the end of the day and you use the one that works for you.
I was a Nikon shooter when I owned a DSLR, but Sony was the ideal brand for me when I discovered mirrorless. As a camera junkie, I’d love to own all of these cameras, but realistically Sony makes the most sense. I can’t afford to buy G-Master glass, but I have options with Sony. As much as Canon and Nikon have improved, there just aren’t options for lenses. It’s either get the expensive stuff or go with adapting old glass. And as you said, it isn’t like there’s an insane gap in quality.
All the more reason for me to stick with Nikon. I’ve found some older F-Mount glass to perform better adapted to mirrorless. No, Nikon is not where they want to be with S line lens selection, but every new lens that hits the market is amazing, the new mount and glass design is stellar!
whats up with the sensor grain on sony cameras (even at mid iso... 200-800) ... you can see it from a mile away?... (YES I own 3 Sony cameras and 2 Nikon)
