Great pics! Im impressed eith the tracking on those bird in flight photos. Looks like every shot in the series is sharp! Nice natural looking edits too

@JonnyPink65

Ай бұрын

Thank you, thank you. It does miss and in the hummingbird one I am working on, I do have a lapse in there where they are all out of focus. I am using it because I like the way it looks. I shoot thousands and pick the best of the best, then narrow it down again into the video. Nikon firmware has come a long way for sure. It was fun to shoot. 🙏💖🤗

Very cool! The R5 Mark II better be really special or I might just buy a Z8 instead. :)

@isotechimages.9130

Ай бұрын

As you know Phil Canon have managed to keep things under wraps pretty well but l would be very surprised if the R5ii does not have the best autofocus yet seen, like me you came from Nikon to Canon and would not likely to hesitate to go back if necessary but hopefully we will both be enjoying our new R5ii"s soon.

@JonnyPink65

Ай бұрын

Phil!!! I was impressed but I think the R3 is a better option and pares with you 200-800 better than the R5. I was impressed but would not switch. What I am hoping for is a dual sensor on either the R5II or the R1 and hoping the R1 has a larger sensor as well. I do miss the larger R5 sensor and 8K video, but the photos I get with the R3 I think overall are better. I do have some hummingbird ones coming up as well......... and I hope you two get to get over there when you are out this way!! 🙏💖🤗

@JonnyPink65

Ай бұрын

​@@isotechimages.9130 I came from Nikon as well and switched with the R5. I still think that the R3 is a superior camera overall. The 200-800 or even the 800 F11 on the R3 is just amazing. I get this set up because it was the closest to the R3 and 200-800. But I agree - either the R5II or the R1 has GOT have have dual processors. If not, i will stick with the R3 - it is awesome. 🙏💖🤗

@isotechimages.9130

Ай бұрын

@@JonnyPink65 John l got the R6ii though it of course has nothing on the R3 it is the cheaper sibling being as close as l will get within my budget. If they had have bumped the megapixels a bit say to 30 l think the R3 would have appealed to more serious wildlife photographers though l have no issues with my 24mp.

@isotechimages.9130

Ай бұрын

@@JonnyPink65 Do you mean a dual processor if so they won't need it as they will be using a new processor.

Great images and a great lens camera set up.

@JonnyPink65

Ай бұрын

it was fun to shoot and I chase that as it is closest to the R3 and the 200-800. I am impressed (not that any cares LOL) with this firmware update. It works really well. 🙏💖🤗

Nicely done John! Great job James. The Z8 is a great camera and Z glass is off the hook. I have owned the Z9 since its initial firmware and have updated firmware to current and each time the camera experience and performance has improved with firmware to make it seem like a new camera! The AF on the Z9 is much better now. I have been amazed at the Z 800PF and the Z 180-600 lenses as well. Keep shooting!

@JonnyPink65

Ай бұрын

Thank you, thank you!! I am happy to see how awesome this new firmware works. I updated it myself to make sure I had the latest firmware - that was one fo the first things I checked. 🙏💖🤗

Jonny, excellent and that makes me happy because I am a nikon guy. The tracking really appeared to be much improved. That 600 PF is unbelievable. I would have liked seeing some hummers thats my favorite. The killdeer were beautiful. I was very rigid about my 850, but I like what I see with the Z8. Super video as always thanks.

@JonnyPink65

Ай бұрын

Thank you, thank you!! That was a fun set up and Nikon is now impressive compared to what I am used to with my Canons. I do have a video of hummers coming up (editing the photos now), so please keep watching for that as well. I may put up a Canon one first with the hummers as I was shooting the R3 with the 200-800 while James was shooting this set up. I filmed the hummers the next day with the Z8 for me and I will have a comparison between the two similar set ups. Now Nikon should release a large sensor crop body with this firmware at a price point that competes with the Sony A6700 and Canon's R7 - both impressive camera bodies with amazing tracking. Good on Nikon - this was impressive. 🙏💖🤗

Great images John! As always, loved the video and photographic conversation! The does look like a really nice set up. I guess we just need one of those all terrain fat tire e bikes. We could load all our photography gear on it and explore, sand, snow, rough terrain, whatever. I’ve actually thought a lot about that. 🤔. Anyway, beautiful location. ❤️😍

@JonnyPink65

Ай бұрын

Thank you Bill. This is a great set up and I do hope James picks one up. I did enjoy shooting it but I think overall, the R3 and 200-800 is a better and less expensive option. It was really fun to shoot. As far as a far tire bike - ....... I AM the fat tire!! 🙏💖🤗

@Eli4Bill

Ай бұрын

@@JonnyPink65 😂 I can dig it!

Did you use the Z8 with the most recent firmware update? Have you used a Nikon Z9 with the most recent firmware updates? I’m curious about whether your previous assessment of the Z9 and its capabilities was due to the limitations of the older firmware.

@JonnyPink65

Ай бұрын

I updated this camera to the latest firmware myself and I was impressed. Nikon did good The older firmware was not as impressive that I had in the Z9 - it was the most updated at that time. I still think that Canon does a better job for me and the way I shoot overall, but this was impressive. I rented it just so I could try the firmware update. 🙏💖🤗

the best gear is what you got for sure, my grandfather is still using his old Nikon camera from I think 2006 and his photos are better then my own with my 70D.

@JonnyPink65

Ай бұрын

My all time favorite camera body is my old Nikon D800 that came out in 2012 - it is still a beast and the photos are deep, rich and creamy. I don't use it much because I am afraid that when it breaks...... that will be it. When I shoot it, I have to think about each shot and I love that. And, that is my advice to comments and questions about what is the best. The best is what is in your hands. 🙏💖🤗

Top Drawer

@JonnyPink65

Ай бұрын

Thank you, thank you!!! 🙏💖🤗

Nicely done 👏👏👏 What did you shoot this video with? Another camera/Gopro? Mic? Can you share? Thanks!

@JonnyPink65

Ай бұрын

Sure - I use an old Sony FDR-AX33 and Deity wireless mics. I do use one of my Canons now and again as well, but this old video cameras is small and just works all the time. I do use a GoPro as well and if I am shooting that only, I use an Tascam mic that records to the unit. They are or were used for weddings and that is why I still have one. 🙏💖🤗

@SachinSawe

Ай бұрын

@@JonnyPink65 Thanks for sharing!

@JonnyPink65

Ай бұрын

@@SachinSawe Thank you, thank you for letting me share!! 🤗💖

If I was starting with wildlife photo, I I think I would have just put everything into that set up. 😌 And a smaller fast zoom.

@JonnyPink65

Ай бұрын

Chris - you are an old pro. When I get new photographers asking me, I try to direct them to Canon - I still think Canon has the edge all the way around and at a lower price point. The only think I can compare this set up to is the R3 (dual processors), and the 200-800 and it still comes in way cheaper and is more versatile. If you just want to shoot an 800 F11, that works amazing on the R3 as well. And then you have the R7 with the 100-400 - super inexpensive no other manufacturer can really touch that combo. Nikon has two expensive bodies with this firmware where as all the Sony and Canon bodies have the amazing tech built in. I would not direct anyone to Nikon, but they have come a long way. 🙏💖🤗

I shoot wildlife (mainly birds) with both Nikon (Z9 & Z600/4 TC) and Canon (R3 & RF800/5.6) systems. Don’t think you could compare apples to oranges as Nikon and Canon’s offerings are rather different.

@JonnyPink65

Ай бұрын

True in many ways, but photos are photos and video is video. All the bells whistles dont matter if the gear does not focus most of the time.. I chose this as the dual processors in the R3 are really the only thing that can compare to the Z8/9 processors. And I got the 600 PF with the 1.4 since that would put me at an F9 like the 200-800 and give me a whole 40 more mm of reach!!! 😅 I switched from Nikon to Canon when the R5 came out..... and then I did own a Z9 for about 6 months. But man, Nikon sure did a great job with this new firmware update!! 🙏💖🤗

@stevenlui8105

Ай бұрын

@@JonnyPink65 I felt your frustration as I bought a Z9 and Z400/2.8 TC when they were first launched in late 2022. Not happy with its AF tracking performance is an understatement. I only kept the combo for two months and sold them. Stick with R3 and RF800/5.6L since. Been happy with this Canon combo in most situations but do want more pixels. Gave Z9 another chance only because of Z600/6.3 PF. Was amazed by size, weight, sharpness and AF speed of the lens. Not convinced completely by the bokeh it produced and therefore upgraded to Z600/4 TC. I wish Canon would come up with telephoto primes specifically designed for mirrorless system. I felt being cheated spending over $17,000 USD on a so-called RF telephoto prime which is actually an EF400/2.8L coupled with an internal 2X converter and EF to RF adaptor.

Did you purchase the Z8 or just trying it out?

@JonnyPink65

Ай бұрын

It is/was a rental. I still think Canon has more to offer for me. I am hoping that the R1 has a larger sensor or that the R5II has dual processors. If not, I will stick with my R3 - - it is a beast and WAY belter at high ISO. But Nikon has come a long way for sure - I was impressed. 🙏💖🤗

👍

@JonnyPink65

Ай бұрын

Thank you, thank you!! 🙏💖🤗

Great footage! Nikon has 180-600mm f5.6-6.3 but it is not the S grade glass (Canon has L grade glass), but it is not sharp at 600mm. I have been thinking about the S grade glass 600mm f6.3 like you have on your Z8 and I hope its price will be going down a little bit. Thank you so much for sharing. ❤

@JonnyPink65

Ай бұрын

Thank you, thank you!! I really enjoyed this set up a LOT. The 180-600 was not available for rental around my schedule so I got the 600 prime and the 1.4 extender to go with it. Working on a comparison with the Canon R3 and 200-800 shot over two days. Not really a fare comparison as it was really sunny one day, but it will be interesting. I was really blown away by this firmware update to the point of having a bit of regret at selling my Z9. Ah well. It is an awesome set up and I had an absolute blast shooting it. 🙏💖🤗

@georgetran1766

Ай бұрын

@@JonnyPink65 Z9 works well on birds for me with the current firmware version. However, the bird detection has a lot of room for improvements. If you get used to your Canon, stick with it because Sony, Canon and Nikon are very good brands for BIF. ❤

@JonnyPink65

Ай бұрын

@@georgetran1766 I switched FROM Nikon to Canon when the R5 came out. I did buy a Z9 and had it for about 6 months - biggest camera gear regret I have had. I rented the Z8 to see how well the new firmware works compared to where it was and I am really impressed. I will continue to use Canon as I still think it is superior overall. Less noise especially at high ISO. Nikon has come a long way and as I said, I was impressed. I will not be switching - I am a Canon fanboy for many other reasons as well. Sony has improved with their color depth in the raw files, but they are behind as well in many places in my opinion. Looking forward to the new Canon R5II or the R1 depending on the specs. 💖🤗

@georgetran1766

Ай бұрын

@@JonnyPink65 I really like your bird photos because their plumages show a lot of definition. I started with Nikon SLR and I get used to Nikon RAW so I stay with it but last 3 years I found out that the sensors of Nikon Z7 and Z9 have a lot of noise at ISO above 1000 for BIF during dawn or dusk or foggy weather with ss above 1/2000th of sec because the biggest aperture of my telephoto lenses is f5.6. Many photographers highly praise the Canon AF system so I have been looking forward to seeing the full spec's of R5ii and R1. At the same time, I wish Nikon will come up a better noise-handling sensor for high ISO range (from rumor mill Nikon may go with Tower Semiconductor sensor not Sony anymore). With the latest firmware version, the Z9 bird detection is very good in most cases but it is not fast enough for fast-flying birds and birds in the low contrast environments. ❤

@Robert-R

Ай бұрын

@@georgetran1766 and @jonnyPink65 - With regard to the higher ISO noise concerns, are you guys using Lightroom by chance? If so, then the noise you're seeing is from the way that Adobe handles Nikon files. The Adobe algorithm for NEF files is absolute crap. I experienced a lot of noise with my Z9 files (and D850 files) in Lightroom even at ISOs of around 400. When the same files were opened in Capture One or Nikon NX Studio editing software the noise was significantly reduced. i resolved the issue by changing the default RAW file profile in the LR preferences. In the Presets tab go to the Raw Defaults Global settings and if it's set to Adobe Default, change it to Camera Settings and you'll see a big difference. You'll have to reimport your files to see the change in any existing files in your catalog.

I use this lens with Z9. Great lens. However 6.3 is not the best setting. I would prefer to have 5.6 instead. Cannot imagine to use with TC like my 600 F4. But the lens is amazingly light and sharp. A tripod is not needed. Recommended.

@JonnyPink65

Ай бұрын

With my Canons and my 600 F4, I use a 1.4 extender almost all the time - I LOVE shooting at 800 (Canons 800mm is AWESOME but it does get heavy) or 840mm. This was a fun lens. I do with the rental house had a 180-600 available but those are still hard to get I guess!! It was a fun set up to play with! 🙏💖🤗

Just skipped to the last 5 minutes to hear your conclusions. You probably meant to say the Canon 200-800 zoom instead of 200-600? That’s true and if that’s valuable to you, it makes sense to stay with Canon. In general I think switching is generally not worth it between these cameras if you’re already invested. Though if you still have a Nikon DSLR, being able to use that glass with the FTZ is a plus I’d think? Anyway, cool to see this update. Thanks for making the video.

@JonnyPink65

Ай бұрын

I wanted to try the Z8 and see how well the firmware update works - it is impressive. I think overall, Canon is still the best for me and what I want it to do. I still have my all time favorite camera - Nikon's D800 and my all time favorite lens and OLD 300 F2.8 that is heavy and all metal and glass. The lens worked great at first on the Z9 but then another firmware came out and it did not after that. So NO, the FTZ adapter will not work on some of the older Nikon lens and I am not talking about the motor drive focus ones. ALL of my old Native Canon lenses adapt perfectly to the new R bodies and they work flawlessly. That is a big issue for me with Nikon. But I really just wanted to go out and have fun with something new - like drive a rented car!! 🙏💖🤗 PS - Hey, when I was playing with a Sony last year, I kept calling it a Canon and got called out on that too so at least I get the maker correct. 🤣😅

@starbase218

Ай бұрын

@@JonnyPink65 Yeah I remember you saying that. I haven't heard any other reports of F-mount glass not working well on mirrorless, but ok, it is your experience.

@JonnyPink65

Ай бұрын

@@starbase218 I had seen that online from other when the Z and FTZ came out. If I shot in manual using peaking, no problem but practical these days for in flight shots. That was the only old lens I had it happen to. That lens still works perfectly on the D800. All the other long F glass (500 F4, 200-500, 500PF and both the 1.4 teleconverters) I used worked fine. 🤗

@starbase218

Ай бұрын

@@JonnyPink65 Ah ok. It might be that specific lens then. But yeah, as a Nikon DSLR shooter, this video is encouraging, because while most people already spoke highly of the Z8 and Z9, you were not alone in expressing in some way that Nikon wasn't as good as Sony and Canon in the area of AF. Some mentioned it was a small difference, some mentioned it was actually substantial, but if I'm honest, I have to admit that it was mentioned. The only thing is that I'd rather get something a bit cheaper, and the ZF is the only other option with Expeed 7. The Z6 III is rumoured, but not released yet. I hope Nikon addresses the mid/low segment soon, including APS-C as well.

@JonnyPink65

Ай бұрын

@@starbase218 I have to say that I was excited both to play with the Z8 AND to see how well the AF tracking worked. I shot mostly in 3D and it was really awesome. Shooting my R3 with the RF 200-800 - about the same reach and aperture of F9, I found the Canon to still be more reliable as far as focus especially for video and at about $4000 less. OK, you cant shoot 8K or 8K raw with the R3 but the reality is that most have not had a system built for them and their systems can not handle that big type files anyway. For KZread and what most of us do, 4K is fine and I would bet that now on here shoots raw video anyway. I dont either as it is a bit more work. And as far as a crop body..... the R7 is the best followed by the Sony A6700 - I find both to be pretty awesome. 🤗🙏💖

Why the interest in the Z8?.

@JonnyPink65

Ай бұрын

To see how well the new firmware update works, and it is always fun to play with other gear now and again. I still prefer Canon and still think for what I do, they are superior over all. Just for fun, I wanted to try it. I want to try the OM1 MKII as well at some point. 🙏💖🤗

@robertvanempel5810

Ай бұрын

@@JonnyPink65OM-1 user, so will look forward to your opinion on the MKII.

@JonnyPink65

Ай бұрын

@@robertvanempel5810 I am looking forward to it. I want to play with it probably at the end of May. 🤗

Nikon is catching up? Nikon is far and away the leader in the wildlife genre right now. They have easily the best pro level 400mm and 600mm primes. They have the best 800mm+ with the Z 800 f6.3 PF. They have the best semi-pro 400mm and 600mm primes. They have the best 100-400mm zoom, and the best ~200-600mm zoom. They have the best TC's. They have the best full body FX flagship, and the best half body FX flagship. Who exactly do you think they need to "catch up" to? Sony doesn't even have an 800mm or longer lens. Their TC's are easily the worse of the big three. 100-400mm...poopy. 200-600mm...dated, average VR, does not play well with TC's. Pro level 400mm and 600mm are where Nikon and Canon was 20 years ago. Sony is seriously behind in the native super tele category. The A1 and A9III is impressive, but there is simply not enough native glass super tele glass to support them and those bodies are held back because of it. They are laughably behind Nikon and Canon without third party options. What about Canon? Still no full body true FX flagship how many years since going mirrorless? Ongoing disaster movie franchise half body FX flagship which will only be underdone by the next sequel. Their pro 400mm and 600mm primes optical designs are mostly recycled mediocreness from EF mount versions. Quite heavy, poorly built, slightly better than Sony optics. Their pro 800mm (and 1200mm) optical design is also mostly recycled mediocreness from EF mount, quite heavy, even more poorly built, and is less sharp than the Z 800 PF which costs $10k less. The 600mm and 800mm f11 are quite impressive in how almost completely pointless they are. Canon does own that category, though, so let's give them credit. They own the f11 super tele prime category. The 100-500 is sharp, small and light, but f7.1 and mediocre at best with TC's. The 200-800 is a poop machine above 600mm. Horrifically bad VR, not sharp, slow/inaccurate AF, and a laundry list of other optical/performance oddities. The 100-400 is Sony level. So, what am I missing here? What exactly does Nikon need to do to "catch up" to Sony and Canon in the wildlife genre?

@JonnyPink65

26 күн бұрын

One thing about gear we use - cameras, bikes, tools .... everything. We are all protective in defending what we use. I started with Nikon and it broke my heart when I switched to the R5 - Nikon had nothing that could compete as far as AF or video specs. When I had my Z9, the focus was dismal (yes latest firmware a that time), and it just did not stack up to anything Canon had out. I rented this to see how far the firmware had progressed and I was impressed....... bot not impressed enough to buy another Nikon. Yes - they have now caught up as far as AF and eye AF, but Sony just released a global shutter - new tech but it will all get better. Again, I was impressed this time with the firmware, but for me - I still think Canon is more consistent overall. And one other thing.... I knocked the 800 F11 until I really shot it. For what it is, it is awesome. Most are not going to go out and drop$14K on a lens so that makes it possible for them to get reach. I think it is best on a full frame body, but I personally really like it. And you know.... as long as we go out and have fun, not matter what we shoot - that is the most important thing. My opinion, and although is is contrary to yours, they have caught up as far as focus goes. All the impressive specs, features and lenses mean nothing if the focus is not there. 🙏🤗💖

@free-qe6wx

26 күн бұрын

@@JonnyPink65 Jonny, no doubt. The best camera and lens is the one in your hand. But you made that off hand comment that Nikon needed to "catch up." Objectively, I just don't see how anyone can possibly make that argument in 2024. Canon is definitely behind Nikon right now, and Sony is laughably behind both of them. An impressive camera body with mediocre glass is a mediocre setup at best.

@JonnyPink65

23 күн бұрын

@@free-qe6wx The new Nikon firmware is really awesome. I like all the specs that Nikon offers with the Z8 and Z9, but for ME, Canon still offers me more. The great thing about all the manufacturers pushing the tech is we all benefit if we can afford it. I like that software update so much that I am a little sorry not that I no longer have a Z9. But, lets see what the specs are on the Z6 III and the R5 II - both will be exciting! 🤗💖

@free-qe6wx

23 күн бұрын

​@@JonnyPink65 We should agree to disagree. Its ok to be a Canon or Sony or Nikon fanboy. This doesn't have to turn into something toxic.

@JonnyPink65

21 күн бұрын

@@free-qe6wx Amen! The bottom line is we all go out and have fun. 💖🤗

Johny have you gone to Oxnard to check the sea lions 🦭..

@JonnyPink65

Ай бұрын

I have not but would like to. Where will I be going? 🙏💖🤗

@lapitufinaregenerada2947

Ай бұрын

@@JonnyPink65 its beautiful and there are not many people let me put the location 2900 ocean drive Oxnard California put the location and just to give you and idea you can drive and get very close to the but from the location I gave you uu can find it easy it’s beautiful there are a few pelicans and other few beautiful birds too

@JonnyPink65

Ай бұрын

@@lapitufinaregenerada2947 Thank you so much!!! Google shows it being about 55 minutes away - an easy drive. Thank you, thank you. 🙏💖🤗

@JonnyPink65

Ай бұрын

@@lapitufinaregenerada2947 I have tried to reply to some of your comments on my photos but they keep disappearing and I dont know why.... 😥😥