Don't you just love it when people walk in the right place for your photos!?

@josephhazard791

2 жыл бұрын

Hey James! Thanks for your videos that you do!!! I just thought that as a friend, (since you mentioned “sleepless nights” in your last video) I’d recommend a book to you that I know has helped a lot of my friends (and my mom when I was a kid:-). Really useful information! The book is “On Becoming Baby Wise - Giving Your Infant the Gift of Nightime Sleep”. I understand that you don’t have all the time in the world but I thought I just tell you as a fellow photographer. Congrats to entering a new world of parenting. Hope it helps!😀

@zero_second_thoughts8766

2 жыл бұрын

It seriously is the best. Always want to thank them, but that would certainly be weird.

@genewaddlerandomstuff2122

2 жыл бұрын

I thought it was quite thoughtful of her.

@phildoodler2199

2 жыл бұрын

No, it’s a pain in the ass, especially if they’re recognisable. It turns my commercial stock photos into editorial photos.

@RealRaynedance

2 жыл бұрын

Only had it happen twice (and in the same place), but God you're not wrong. It feels good.

For me, Sony A7CR and Sony 50mm f/2.5 Extreme quality. Very compact and light!

I'm a novice, but maybe that's why your videos are so appreciated. Even when talking gear, you put forth the info in a way that's very accessible. And your self-depreciating humor always makes me feel at home. Thanks.

purchased that same lens a few months ago and i've loved it ever since, light lens to pack and pretty sharp edge to edge

The hay has been left on the beach for the Sea Horses of course...

Don’t worry about gear. I’ve used and continue to use anything that works. Sharp images require a good lens, a steady hand (or tripod) and a body (camera) that works. Leica, Sony, Fuji, Hasselblad or Linhoff. It gives one opportunity to capture the vision in mind. In days gone by you weren’t a photographer unless you lugged an 8X10 view everywhere using all those swings and tilts to manipulate life. You do good work!

@therealjasonseidel

2 жыл бұрын

@Don B great Camera.

@davidsirr9910

2 жыл бұрын

I still have my Pentax MX, OM 1 and OM 4t

that location was amazing. i love the feeling of vastness and your type of shooting really worked well with that feeling.

Wonderful stuff James! You are a riot!

07:49 is a beautifully composed shot - I appreciate the effot for just a little talky bit.

Use whatever works for you James. It’s the subject, not the gear that matters. I was at that lighthouse last weekend. Fab place. Could have walked around there for days!

I've got a the 24 and 40 and really love them. Thinking of completing the trio. Perfect for travel and hikes.

Hi James, really love your videos and your very personable manner. Keep up the good and entertaining work!

Great to see you still shooting handheld as im a fellow tripod hater and that's why i love watching your video's. although it has to be said it must be much harder to shoot handheld with 60mp , i was the same when i went to the D850 then to my beloved Z7 with 46mp to make sure my images are tack sharp.

Love the low contrast look of the photos!

That beach just looks amazing

Just thought that I'd say that I watch your videos because I find them entertaining and sometimes even informative (😁). As to which brand of gear you use, I could not care less. Keep up the great videos.

Great shots

The one at 4:50ish got me thinking a bit... I've expected that you'd go for the sea as the main attraction as it quite often is when one goes to the beach, and then people tend to use everything else as merely framing to make the sea pop out more in the final image. The same happens when you go and photograph a waterfall or anything of the sorts. But sometimes (not too often) there might be something just next to it which could make a great photo as well, but we are too blinded by the main event to see it. Don't think its too revolutionary but still thought it was worth sharing.

Heh, that video you made 4 years ago about ditching full frame was one of the pivotal ones for me when I switched from Canon FF to Fujifilm X series. I still have no regrets, at least in part because I don't do professional work that would require more resolution. Having said that... one day I might make the plunge to medium format Fujifilm. That G series is really nice. Really heavy, since I'm only 5'2", but reeeaaally nice.

@shahabh2108

2 жыл бұрын

I'm sticking to Sony apsc for quite same reason while having an eye over ff. But in your case I think you can also consider a body like A7c or even any other A7 with combination of this new mighty compact G series primes or even the 28-60 which is really sharp enough for landscape or street photography while is light enough which I bought one for my crop camera! Fuji bodies are great but lenes doesn't help to keep the weight down at all. Lenses available in Sony ecosystem are so tempting. That's why I'm waiting to see if Sony brings a fuji equivalent camera in apsc next year or not.

@showdaKOs

2 жыл бұрын

Me too, I went to Fuji, and the only thing that I kind of regret from full-frame is the low light capability... Other than that I'm living the dream and am not even tempted by the GFXs. I just would love to get more X series cameras (but lenses first!)

@p.io7

2 жыл бұрын

That video is still relevant, and even in today's video James mentioned some missed foto opportunities because of the system change, like avoiding shooting in continuous mode due to the files being too big, or missing the wide angle shot for not carrying that bulky wide angle lens with him. Also James has chosen a location where he knew in advance he can have a good use for that 50mm focal length. For the average photographer the situation is even worse at a point that camera just stays in the closet being too inconvenient to carry around. The paradox is that people are getting these bigger systems in order to allow them to do big prints just in case they might want to sometimes...and they end up taking no photos and nothing to print as result.

Love the 50mm equivalent focal length. Had that length basically glued to my camera for quite some time.

That IS a stunning beach!

Love that _human touch_ idea. Brilliant video as always, James

Looks like a good lens. When shooting with a full frame, I think 50mm is a pretty decent angle for landscape photos. Sometimes when out, I like to just throw my nifty fifty on my camera and just leave the rest of the gear in the car. Since I like my photos to be razer sharp from bottom to top, I rarely ever shoot lower than F8, so for landscape photography getting a really fast 50 does seem like an unnecessary expense.

You did get some beautiful images on this outing, I must say.

Amazing quality of that new 20mm lens.

Still grieving you leaving Panasonic but so admire your photographic work & videos.

C'est la Vie James! No worries...it isn't about gear but just you showing us the real stuff!

Gear changing happens when your needs aren’t getting met. I was a hard core Nikon shooter and extremely happy with my D500. As of last year, I ended up switching to Fujifilm and absolutely love my X-T4. It suits my needs more than I realized.

@phildoodler2199

2 жыл бұрын

No, gear change happens when you run out of things to praise Panasonic about on a youtube Chanel, and switch to Sony. Give it a few years, and he’ll switch to canon.

@ItsAMbutyoutubechangedmyname

2 жыл бұрын

💯 % agree I had my reason why I went from my years of Nikon to and old Panasonic . But also changing gear can also give excitement back to get to know a new system

@danielschmaderer

2 жыл бұрын

@@phildoodler2199 at the end of the day, does it matter what he shoots with? He can completely switch back to Micro 4/3, or even start shooting with film for that matter and I wouldn’t judge him. It’s all about getting the shot. If Sony helps him achieve that shot, then it is what it is. That and his content is good.

@phildoodler2199

2 жыл бұрын

@@danielschmaderer just my thoughts Danny boy. Now, drink some cool aid.

@danielschmaderer

2 жыл бұрын

@@phildoodler2199 when did I ever say it wasn’t your thought? I was just having a conversation. Never attacked your thoughts at all. You’re obviously triggered with the whole kool-aid comment. Relax.

We went to Newborough for the first time after your last video. Saw a red squirrel within 30 seconds of getting out of the car 😀 Brilliant spot! You've inspired me to head back to there again soon!

Amazing Video! Would love to see a photography video wth the 20mm 1.8

I just love the very first image.. Beautiful! This video makes me miss being on one of the Dutch islands though, being at the beach, photographing the dunes and the sea.. xD

A camera is just a tool. I love your images. Thank you!

I don't know if it was the lighting at the time these shots were taken or a conscious decision in post but a number of these images have an almost bleached, washed out appearance. It took a few pics before the look started to grow on me. Great tour around the beach. Wales is gorgeous!

@JamesPopsysPhoto

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate! I like a washed out look at the coast :) The problem is when those images are paired with horrible HDR looking gopro footage it makes them look a little bright :)

Watching and listening to James along with his excellent results is an inspiration.....

Supposed to be a great place for Astro photography. Oh and the 20mm great lens for it. Love to see that video 👍🏼

The lighthouse shot actually captured a nice wave wash up. The cloud above was cool too. 😎

Great video. Love your photos and colors. I bought your LR Presets and will hopefully pick up your books soon. That's an awfully big backpack to be hauling around with such a tiny lens on your camera, doesn't that kinda defeat the purpose? LOL

MMMMM.....50mm.........I felt that today was a beach day. Absolutely love to see it .

Good call on the 50mm. Unless you're shooting portraiture and need 1.2, that's a large chunk of coin to put down on it to be shooting it stopped down anyway. I'm definitely very interested in that little 2.5 as a walkaround lens. I have a Super-Takumar 50mm f/1.4 that I use a lot now, but autofocus (and not being irradiated every time I carry it) would be nice.

I just bought the 50 2.5 for my RIII and RIV and it's all James' fault for planting it in my mind with this video. Can't wait to test it out tomorrow with the fall leaves.

Lucky for you I have an Olympus micro 4/3 set up and a Sony a7 full frame set up! Keep going!

Let's see. October. Wales. Less windy? Not that likely... Also - your surprise at being rained on and blinded simultaneously, well - surprises me! Loving the quality you're getting with the Sony kit, and the 50mm in particular, which all confirms what I felt when shopping for my current camera - that the Sony was probably the best, but I couldn't quite run to it, and so compromised with the G9. But not really disappointed, for reasons that you will be familiar with. Thanks, once again for another 15 minutes of entertaining enlightenment...

Okay but now I can't wait to see a One Hour, One Lens 20mm f1.8 👀 Great video as always!

@jerrycurl502

2 жыл бұрын

The 20mm is amazingly sharp!!

This is an awesome video!

James, I will miss your MFT based content because it kinda sold the "gear does not matter" thing by being the only one not shooting G Master this, Canon RF 1.2 that or Fuji medium format so many people do non-stop at the moment. But I have watched close to every video you ever did and you truly are about photography, not just gear. In the end, your gear has to make your work possible, and the easier it is, the more content we get. So keep it up. But you get extra points whenever you choose something not G Master or third-party. I loved the Sigma lens on your Panasonic S5 just for it not being what Panasonic would like you to use.

@joeltunnah

2 жыл бұрын

Go support channels that still shoot m4/3 like Robin Wong or Emily of Micro Four Nerds.

@jan-hendrikbussmann4644

2 жыл бұрын

@@joeltunnah Thank you for the tip, I will check them out.

That shot of the lighthouse is top freaking notch.

I’ve really been enjoying this lens - great detail and nice rendering whether on the a7iii, a7riii, or a7riv.

@TheArtist441

Жыл бұрын

Totally agree. Such a fun and high quality little lens with really fast AF too!

@alma175w

Жыл бұрын

@@TheArtist441 Ridiculously fast focus, so impressive for its compact size.

As I follow you because you are a photographer (great content) the occasional review of gear is useful and carries a good deal of credibility. Gear is not cheap and an insight into other’s thinking on camera and particularly lens choices is valuable. 👍

You’ve got me thinkin James. I’ve currently got the 16-35 2.8, and 24-70 2.8. The 24-70 was the first lens I got for the system, and I really love it… but that thang is heavy!! The majority of my photography is done when I’m backpacking or on a climbing trip. I’m in love with the 16-35, and it is going absolutely nowhere. But I’ve been toying around with selling off the 24-70 and using it to fund a 50 1.4 and 70-200 4. I’ll have to look into the 50 2.5.

The head is round so that your thoughts can change direction. (Some wise guy in the past, probably) I enjoy presenting your thought on the topic and I also enjoy the pictures. Great stuff!

beast of a dogging spot that! especially if you walk towards the llyn!

What’s your in studio lens? Severe focus breathing. Curious. Great content.

I bought the Sony 50mm 2.5 for my wife to use in studio because of the super fast AF (never shoot wider than 2.8 with full flash setup anyway). She shoots infants and toddlers and AF speed has been a challenge with toddlers. We have loved the lens so much that it has now become one of our most used lenses. I often steal it to take with me because it's size, handling and IQ are just fantastic. I often pair it with my Tamron 20mm 2.8 for wide angle and my Tamron 28-200 2.8-5.6 because it breaks the laws of physics.

Love your videos James whether you’re using Sony, LUMIX or a box brownie. It’s what’s behind the camera that’s important.

@hanswurst8986

2 жыл бұрын

But not a Nikon! Lol

Hi James - catching up with the ol KZreads. Have a backlog to go through. I notice a few episodes back you mention having a little one on board now. One thing you might like to think about is keeping a Word document (though other word processors are of course available) of all the cute, wacky and nutsy squirrel things your young one says from when the age where at least semi-coherent speech begins. I kept documents for both my sons from earliest days through to about 10ish or so years old. Some sweet stuff, some crazy and some just hilarious to my wife and I. I gave them both their lists (they are now in their 20s) and they were pretty chuffed after the obligatory groanings :) They actually compared notes in what I think was an unstated contest to determine who best embraced the qualities of cute and adorable, and who demonstrated the earliest signs of being a most profound and deeply philosophical thinker. Anyhow, that's my tip. I really enjoy your presentations and all the best to you and your family in these difficult times. Simon.

@alanguile8945

2 жыл бұрын

Ah yes when they reach 21😆

Your pictures are fantastic

So when do you plan to use your g9? Will it just be for family, baby, everyday life etc.?

Thanks for the wonderful video. Please tell me which Sony camera do you use this lens on?

I love my 'Plastic Fantastic' 50mm F1.8 on my Canon 7Dii. Its a superb lens for £100 i think it was. The only downside is that it doesn't have IS in any form. I used it a lot for close up car shots for the DOF it produced. Sadly i'm going through a flat spot when it comes to photography., i just cannot be bothered to go out and take photos, or edit them for that matter. My Wife has really got into birding and wildlife photography, but of course i take a few shots, but not as intensely as maria does. I am hoping that the bug comes back to me and i am sure it will. Great channel as always James. Always love your content and presenting style.

We love evolving with you … photography wise I mean :)

Hi James. How are you managing sensor dust. Any different from the Panasonic gear. Less , same or more dust spots. Perhaps at 60 mpix you cant even notice it.

Great photos and content as always, even though personally I have a hard time with photography in such harsh light - well done! I think I made a loud gasp when you said you decided to Not go with the f/1.2 though haha - I am just in Love with my 25 & 45mm f/1.2 from Olympus and I actually shot at 1.2 or 1.4 quite a lot :D

@player_e7

2 жыл бұрын

f1.2 & f1.4 Olympus m3/4.... is equivalent to f2.4 & f2.8 on a full frame camera :)

I used to shoot 50mm without exception, as that was the lens I had on my camera. I did once have a 200mm lens many years ago but I used it maybe twice in the entirety of owning it. I’ve also owned a 28mm lens which, just like the 200, was use on the odd occasion too but that all changed when I went Fujifilm X100v & XF10 which are/were 35 & 28mm respectively. Then the GRIIIX came along and off went the XF10 as it was sold to buy the Ricoh which got me back nearer the 50mm I’d always shot as it’s a 40mm equivalent… it’s an expensive way to ‘learn’ focal lengths but I’ve learned (and enjoyed the challenges) of shooting 28mm. Now, I can, if I wish go back to working at 50mm as I now have a Sony @7 III with the kit zoom lens as it goes from 28 to 70mm but that lens may end up just like my old 200mm and not get used much as I’m going to add the FE 40mm f2.5 (yes, another 40mm) as I’ve gotten used to that focal range with my X100v & GRIIIX. I’ve hankered to get back to a full frame camera ever since I went digital, just after my Olympus OM-1n was sold off many many years ago to go digital and I have indeed had two full framed digital cameras since then but they were disposed of a long time ago… M9 & Nikon D600 (worst camera I’ve ever had). I’ve just come back to your channel only recently and am enjoying the videos once again. Best regards.🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

w/ regard to the bail of hay. In New York they use nets full of hay as erosion barriers (the barn swallows then raid them for nesting material)? Perhaps they're going to do something similar there?

James, like your (partly) switch to Sony. I use the A73 and love it. But love your photo’s om the Lumix as well. It’s all about the fun of taking the photo’s and the result, Not the brand.

Such a beautiful video with amazing pics!

Uhhh man, beautiful location. I’m so jealous. Nothing quite like it here in New York. I live by a beach, but we don’t have those rock formations over here. Makes me want to get a plane ticket.

Interesting video James 👍. I went to that beach myself for the first time the other week. It’s a lovely spot and I’ll definitely be returning on many an occasion. I hope you weren’t referring to my comment on your last video as I was only joking. All of the reasons you gave for switching gear made complete sense. Why lug two lots of camera lenses around when you don’t need to. I like your explanation at the end of this video of getting the prime lenses rather than a 24-70. I’m on MFT and have the 12-60 kit lens and have wondered whether to one day get the 8-18, 12-35 or both and it would perhaps make more sense to just get the 8-18 as I have a 25mm prime and I could get a wider angle prime such as the 15mm Leica. Informative as always 👍

Great stuff as always. Curious: Did you go back and forth deciding between the 20mm 1.8 and the 24mm 1.4? Trying to decide myself between the two now (mostly for landscapes and environmental/street).

@adamtams7731

2 жыл бұрын

I’d have a look at the 35mm gm as well. Can always pano and that thing is the sharpest I’ve ever used

That chilling moment you said back in my micro 4/3 days :-(

@mikey7326

2 жыл бұрын

Yes it's a shame because us M4/3 users don't have many champions of the system, but if your tools are holding you back and there is something better out there. Then change your tools, don't be held back through loyalty/ fanboyism.

Loving the content right now James. Keep it up! 😊

Beautiful shots James!

I haven't found a Sony shooter whose videos I like. Love the fact you have turned to the dark side. Be excited about the new gear.

Awesome video. Also love the editing.

I have ventured into the world of photography quite recently and your content/videos have inspired me so much. I also have learned some crucial things about photography from you along the way. Now that you have started a fresh journey with the Sonys I am all here for it, to enjoy your beautiful work and also learn from it. Best of luck with everything that is new.

Some great shots with that lens James, I have also had my eye on it - being predominantly a people photographer. I'm trying to get to see and feel an 'actual' 50mm 1.2 but rare as hens teeth as they say right?

I love 50mm, but it's hard to use just one lens for everything. This type of video is cool, I'm always looking for the framing and cropping that I would do if I were in your place.

Can i tell me more about the settings? What do u focus on for such a wide shots?

Nice Tudor!

I *thought* you were talking about the 50 1.2 last week - what else is "slightly exotic", on back order, and fits in between a 16-35 and 70-200? Glad you got the 2.5 instead, fits with your light kit philosophy. Don't worry about the gear talk, I don't watch you/Nigel/Mats because you are MFT/Nikon/Sony but because you're great and interesting photogs :). Keep doing you - including the yakking ;). PS you didn't mention it but with the MP the A7RIV has you can always crop-zoom from (the 16-)35mm to 50mm and from the 50mm to 70mm. No need for a 24-70 at all.

Hi James, what brand was the magnetic lens filters/ polariser that you have? Cheers

@raresdanpologea8399

2 жыл бұрын

hi Max. He has all gear listed on his website 🙂

Goated beach at Newborough

Great video mate, what is your view on the 35mm f1.4 I only have the 50mm F 1.8

Hi James, how are you finding the raw files colors and what not?

Another great watch James, love the idea of this series. Very nice set of photos you got too 👌👏

Nice photo’s there James, had a hint of your earlier stuff about them 😊 looking forward to your next book now 👍🏻

Any reason you didn’t consider going for something like the sony 24-240mm or tamron 28-200mm instead of getting the telephoto and a prime? You’d have saved weight and space and in the case of the tamron only really have lost about one stop of aperture on the widest end compared to your setup now. Even if you still felt the need for a faster lens and went with the prime you’d have saved a pretty substantial bit of space with a superzoom for general use.

Wot a coincidence. Earlier today ive just watched your video abt prime vs zoom from. 3 years ago? And you went to that lighthouse too

The bale of straw on the beach is probably for the sea horses.

@BurfieldPhoto1

2 жыл бұрын

This comment deserves much more appreciation than it has!

I also have recently changed my camera brand for about the same reason. May i ask why you bought the 50mm 2.5 instead of the 55mm 1.8? I have the 55mm and i love it!

@Breadfi

2 жыл бұрын

same question here

@chesslover8829

10 ай бұрын

The Sony/Zeiss 55mm f/1.8 is $400 more than the Sony 50mm f/2.5. The 50mm version is compact and lightweight, making it an excellent choice as a walk-around lens. On the other hand, the 55mm is not that much bigger and has an enthusiastic following on B&H Photo. What I find interesting is that the Sony 50mm f/2.5 is not listed among the equipment that James now uses.

I recently purchased a Sony A7II and purchased the 24mm f2.8 version of the lens in your video, they also have a 40mm that I will look to get. Nice video James.

The Zeiss 55mm f1.8 is an absolute killer lens…..👌🏻👌🏻

James, are you taking less 3 bracketed shots now that you're shooting at 61MP vs. 24MP on micro 4/3? I'm using a Canon EOS R and have been shooting 3 bracketed shots (-2EV, 0EV, +2EV) since watching the first ten or so videos of yours this pas spring (2021).

@proksalevente

2 жыл бұрын

Full frame doesn't really need the bracketing, for M43 sensors it's a requirement in my book. I'm still shooting M43, saving up for an a7r3, and I bracket everything when shooting landscapes, where DR is important. Processing is tedious and takes forever...

Get down to the Llyn Peninsula for a video!

I have been using a 50mm 1.8 for the past few weeks on my 5d classic to try challenge myself with composition. Have to say I'm loving it. Great video James 👍

Brilliant video as per usual 😊

Dear James. Thanks for the video mate. Would you say that the Sony 40 and 50 mm compacts are much superior to the Samyang 35 f2.8? The Sammy is just 160 quid here in the UK. Give a shout if you're in Leicester!!

Just follow your path. The ones who felt bad about the gear you are using now, was never about photography, but only about gear. I don´t like to shoot with Sony, and I tried a few times, but at the end doesn´t really matter the gear, but the end result and the passion about photography.

I'd imagine anyone upset by the move is someone who bought Lumix gear based on your videos. They probably feel a deeper connection to the channel than most, which is understandable. I don't shoot either Lumix or Sony so for me I'm interested in how you get on in Sony and if there's a big benefit for your style of shooting. I like the rationale behind opting for the 50mm prime. Might adopt that myself.

I really love the 20mm 1.8 :) used it for roughly a year and it's great! Sharp, light & fast

@julianrohloff2811

2 жыл бұрын

Would love to see a video with you shooting only with the 20mm!