Hi, my name is Raffaele and I live in Venice Italy. I agree 100% with what you said about using small cameras. I have been using RX100 Mk 1 and then Mk 4 for years and I have taken many shots that have had incredible success within my photography circle. The main advantage is precisely in going "almost" unnoticed when taking photographs and always having the camera in my pocket, wherever I am. The post production (which I do with DXO) provides me with absolutely professional level images. Great cameras! Nice service, yours: congratulations (but don't spread the information too much). Hi, stay healthy!
@PikPikkabbu5 сағат бұрын
I love my Ricoh GR3X. For street photography, it's perfect. I let my bigger camera and its 6 lenses home most of the time
@andrewmcdowall864012 сағат бұрын
So helpful and insightful. Especially thinking about using colour channels to edit the black and white in raw.
@EdwardMartinsPhotography22 сағат бұрын
So this raises the question, why shoot with a full frame camera? If the RX100VII is good enough, then surly the Fuji XT5 is good enough, right? And the Fuji lenses are much smaller and everything is cheaper as well. I could/can justify FF because it's not just about resolution. I have a lot of images from 2009/2010 I shot with a Nikon D700 which was only 12 mp's and yet there's a smoothness to the images that none of my APS-c cameras ever had or have and that includes the 40mp XT5. But it is a question I do struggle with... 🙂
@aows20 сағат бұрын
That's a very good question, and one I struggle to answer myself. Yes, the RX100vii is enough... but. The wide angle adapter situation is not ideal, especially if I want to use ND filters to take a long exposure; it lacks weather sealing, and I love doing photography in bad weather; slow-ish lens; video; durability issues. A few of these could be solved by getting the ZV1ii, which has a wider angle lens, a faster lens, and better video features. The combo ZV1ii + RX100vii would be a nice one. The weather resistance and durability are big downsides for me, though. I used to shoot APS-C, and it's nice. But I feel like it's a compromise in between compact and full-frame: neither the benefits of bigger sensor like smoother transitions or low light performance, nor the portability of a smaller camera. I guess this is why I've landed where I am now: 1" and full-frame. Each one for very different use cases. On road trips where I don't usually shoot far from the car, and I find myself battling rain, snow and wind... full-frame cameras. On the city, where I might walk 15+ miles a day looking for photos, and I need / want to be a bit more invisible... compact camera. Ideally, though, I'd go with the compact camera setup. I thought about the combo I mentioned earlier, ZV1ii + RX100vii, and adding something a bit "nicer" for some specific shots like the RX1Rii, a tiny full-frame camera with a beautiful lens. The problem is that 2 of those 3 cameras are probably going to be discontinued pretty soon, and since durability is not their strongest point, I'd have to buy a spare of each just in case haha. Anyway, camera gear is usually a distraction that takes away from the real struggle that is what to do with the cameras we already have. But it is important to choose the right tool. As we evolve and change as photographers, those tools should change as well.
@peterwilson9699Күн бұрын
Excellent! I do the same!
@tommanseau6277Күн бұрын
The best camera will always be 2 things: the one you have with you & and the one you use. Whichever meets those criteria is your best camera.
@nitrobunny2Күн бұрын
Great video, thank you! My life also changed for the same reasons after a 'downgraded' to my Ricoh GRiiix, although I can often feel restrained due to its fixed focal length. I am considering switching to the Sony
@embracenoiseКүн бұрын
This video appeared in my sidebar. TBH, I really used to love your videos and images, always waiting for a new one. But around the time you bought the Sony 7Rii in 2020, something happened. I know it's subjective, but they just seemed to lose their spark for me, as if the spontaneity and rawness died. So I'm interested in seeing where this goes...
@aows20 сағат бұрын
Interesting. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I found myself thinking in these same lines not too long ago, actually, but came to almost the opposite conclusion. I used to plan more shoots than I do now, and I used to make many more long exposures than I do these days. I feel like all I do now is just go somewhere random and start taking pictures of what I see, without much planning. But perhaps the spontaneity and rawness you mentioned is more subtle than that, not sure. Anyway, thanks again for the comment, something for me to consider, for sure.
@embracenoise13 сағат бұрын
@@aows Thank you for replying. I think what I meant by spontaneity and rawness, is they seemed to have more emotion in them. They expressed more "atmosphere" than what was presented in the image itself. It was by no means a criticism. You are a unique and inspiring image-maker, and inspired me.
@aows7 сағат бұрын
@@embracenoise oh, I didn't take that way, all good :) I like getting feedback... or hearing what others have to say about my work. It can be really eye-opening. Thank you again for the insight!
@t3br00k35Күн бұрын
I still have the rx100 mark 1. It’s pretty awesome.
@aows20 сағат бұрын
It really is!
@cornellouisКүн бұрын
Is SF affordable for artists anymore? I got the impression they'd all given up and moved out.
@aows20 сағат бұрын
I don't know if it got less affordable over the years, I really have no idea. I only know that it's crazy expensive as of right now, unfortunately, and we won't be here for too long.
@I-SelfLordAndMasterКүн бұрын
Lo siento pero si no estamos hablando de película. No puedo.
@mikecryer44362 күн бұрын
I've had the original RX100 for years and agree with you about the format. Like you I have a Sony full frame as my main cameras - Sony A7R V and the A7R IV converted for InraRed. But being 72 yrs old with a dodgy back the full frame system is getting a bit heavy to lug around. I generally standardise on just taking two Sony zooms giving me a range of 20mm to 200mm with a 2x teleconverter to get to 400mm. This covers everything I need. The A7R V is so good on stabilisation that I leave my tripod behind most times. I mount my spare lens and teleconverter on a swedish made swivel bracket on a thick belt around my waste which saves my back! It makes changining lenses really easy. But you have reignited an interest in the RX100 series and I'm going to consider getting the latest version. And I love your photography - it echos my own. Instagram #mikecryer
@thegreatvanziniphotos59762 күн бұрын
We do have the sneaker waves here in Oregon for sure. Oly epL 8 for my small one.
@aows20 сағат бұрын
Nice one :)
@tothetracks2 күн бұрын
“Most people overestimate what they can do in one year and underestimate what they can do in ten years.” - Bill Gates
@aows20 сағат бұрын
That's the one. It's probably very true.
@michaelwoodbodley80992 күн бұрын
The Panasonic LUMIX LX100 makes a great light weight travel camera.
@aows20 сағат бұрын
They are very nice cameras, the 4/3 sensor is awesome. But they are discontinued now, aren't they? I only see them used and for crazy prices.
@bazois2 күн бұрын
Agree with your perception. I've got the old RX100 iii and love use it, when don't want to take my FF. It's very good for street photo, or when you hike in moutain.
@aows20 сағат бұрын
Yes, absolutely, it's amazing tiny camera that complements very well a full-frame system.
@fernandoandresfrancom15122 күн бұрын
I own a Panasonic LX-10 that is very similar to the one Sony you mentioned, I am very happy with it because I carry with ease to my cross country walks and not worry about carrying any additional weight. Sometimes I feel I need a bigger camera (bigger sensor) but haven't made up my mind yet where I want to go with the pictures I take... so as you say: is crazy out there with all the possibilities and different directions you might go, but I agree with you, first and most important is to begin questioning what is the photograph I want to do and what do I want to express with it?. Thank you for your video & Greetings from Colombia, Southamerica.
@MrBtodd22 күн бұрын
Very good video and observations. I use a Panasonic LX10 at present. Very compact and excellent image quality. Easy on my 50 year old back as well! Lol!
@pablopozo17682 күн бұрын
Hice muchas fotos con una Casio Exilim en mis viajes a principios de los 2000. En 2015, me hice con una Samsung NX300(APSC) que, aunque de objetivos intercambiables, era pequeña y ligera. Y cuando la perdí, compré La Fujifilm X-S10 (también de objetivos intercambiables y APSC). Mi filosofía es siempre ir ligero y cualquier día adquiero una compacta.
@sdrtcacgnrjrc2 күн бұрын
Ive bought two Panasonic GF7's lately (m43, interchangeable lens, 16mp camera). They're tiny, and fairly basic: no grip, no dedicated buttons (for shutter, aperture), but when paired with a good lens, they do make a lovely image.
@DrZeeple2 күн бұрын
@7:10 I only shoot stills with my ZV-1 ...this said, just shot a big loud obnoxious camera and stop worrying about other people - this is more likely what you need to do!
@sdrtcacgnrjrc2 күн бұрын
6:35 I'm unclear what you're saying here - you say "this" camera is no longer updated, then you say it's replaced by "this" camera - ah okay, the RX100 has been replaced by the ZV "vlogging" camera line 👍🏼
@aows20 сағат бұрын
Yes, sorry. The RX100 line seems to be dead at this point. Sony still sells the mark vii, but will probably stop to do so by the end of the year. They've moved on to the ZV line which is great, but it's focused on video more than photo.
@linjicakonikon76662 күн бұрын
Your work is superb as is your philosophy.🌿🌟 I've narrowed down to two film cameras: 1) Canon VT Deluxe w/ Voightlander 21mm F4 Color Skopar LTM 2) Linhof 617s Technorama w/ 90 mm f 5.6 Schneider Krueznach Super Angulon MC Film: Ilford FP4 (35mm /120)
@mifpg2 күн бұрын
Hola amigo. Mis primeros pasos fue con analógica. Una vieja y hermosa cámara Chinon con un 35 mm muy luminoso. Luego con las digitales arranqué primero con una Fuji y seguí con Sony. T 33 y T9 pequeñísimas. Más tarde volví a formatos más grandes con Nikon. Ahora, a pesar de tener Nikon mayores uso muchísimo, casi exclusivamente mi Sony RX100 Va. Es tal cual dices, más consistentes los resultados que un celular y está siempre a mano. No pesa y el entorno no se complica cuando la sacas. Me gustó tu video. Suscripto y con dedo arriba. Saludos desde Argentina.
@Berry_N3 күн бұрын
Last year i upgraded my tg-6 (12mp) to the rx100m7 and so impressed with the abilities of this camera. I am still regularly shooting with a canon dlsr 90D, so opted for two compact cameras while nursing a back issue. Purchased the rx100m7, and the rx10m4, the latter Sony just announced they are discontinuing, so i kinda expect the same for the rx100 line. Such a shame. Still haven't completely cracked the code for the Sony menu system though. Your photos are lovely, as usual !
@qwertyasdf28383 күн бұрын
I also use a compact camera ,sony WX500 ,when I go taking pics in my city (instead I use an entry level nikon d3400 for birds photography).It replaced a Casio exilim zr400(very sorry they do not do cameras anymore)which in2018 fell to ground and broke, I almost cried when it happened and I could not find an used one nearby me.Then in 2021 or 2022 I found an exilim zr200, quite similar and I did not miss the chance to get it.
@elgonost3 күн бұрын
sick b&w photography dude!
@aows20 сағат бұрын
Thank you so much!
@RadioTonreg3 күн бұрын
My Compact is the Lumix LX15 - I love it!
@petrub273 күн бұрын
What is this nonsense trend? Hey look at my shitty camera. It's never the camera. Go back in time 10 years and use a hasselblad or whatever. You will still be shit. It's the knowledge and experience that you gathered all this time
@stevenmccaughan27523 күн бұрын
Old age has caught up with my spine and hauling around heavy camera gear limits my range which brought me to buying a Sony A6000 which I found be incredible for such a small package I upgraded to the A6300 for a more sturdy body and will probably get the newest bony to get the dual control dials it drives me nuts with you have to have a million megapixel sensor to show a 7 megapixel image on tic tok
@LukeMegBiking3 күн бұрын
Love this video, thank you
@aows20 сағат бұрын
Thank you for watching, glad you liked it!
@Shesalynx3 күн бұрын
I love your photos, they are so artistic and deep
@aows20 сағат бұрын
Thank you so much! I appreciate it
@Comalv3 күн бұрын
I still have a RX100-V (simply because noone wants to buy it) and the topic of premium compact cameras (vs smartphones) comes up quite often on Italian forums. There are certainly reasons to purchase such a camera even now: price (compared to smartphones with similar sensor sizes), sheer quality at 100%, advanced options (focus options, use of off-camera flash, etc.) and probably even more; but, as you said, the use case is needing something quick, light and "stealthy" to take this kind of photography, and there's nothing better than what you already have to carry wherever you go, your smartphone. The downsides no longer outweigh the upsides for this kind of photography, and while the reach is heavily penalized even in the most expensive units, the best camere you can use is the one that is always with you. So if you do not wish to carry around an APS-C, FF or Small-Medium Format and set it up, there is little reason to carry around a compact camera. It's not quicker to take out and shoot, it's not lighter, it's not better weather sealed and it does bring more attention to you than using a smartphone. I think you are spot on with why the ZV-1 & friends don't really work out (except for a niche kind of vlogger), but it's the same exact reason for photography as well, not just for videos. The only big downsides of any "camera-oriented" smartphone are price (but it's still probably cheaper to have a premium smartphone than a RX100+a mid-range smartphone), ergonomics and shooting in low-light/bad weather (but even the RX100 is severely lacking in that area, even more so the MkVII version with its inferior lens quality). If it works for you that's absolutely splendid, keep at it. But it's no more "niche" than shooting with analog. It's a subjective choice that gets further away from "objective benefits" the more technology improves.
@aows20 сағат бұрын
You make very valid points. Smartphones are getting better and better by the day, and it is true that in most situations they are as good as a compact camera. That being said, they tend to fall apart quicker than their counterparts, especially in low light; sometimes there's just too much processing happening there -- less so when shooting in RAW, but still; and very few phones can compete with the RX100vii when it comes to longer focal lengths. That being said, my choice of standalone camera over phone is very much about the shooting experience. If we are talking about the occasional shot you might find on your way to the dentist, then yes, the phone is just fine. But for photography outings, when I go on long walks with the intention of taking photos, the shooting experience is just subpar compared to the camera. Lack of viewfinder, a distracting device by nature, no physical buttons for the most part, no straightforward way to use filters... in my opinion, the experience is miles away. Not to mention other stuff like battery life and storage: with a camera, you can simply swap the battery with a new one, or use another memory card; if you have to carry an external battery to keep your phone alive, then the whole premise of being lighter and more convenient falls apart. Again, this is not to say you can't take great pictures with a phone. You absolutely can, and I do when it's the only thing I have with me. I have included phone photos in my books, and I'm sure no one could tell they were made with a phone. They are not (just) cameras, though, and it shows.
@ViewFromShikhar3 күн бұрын
Exactly what I wanted to convince myself for another camera purchase. I am throughly convinced. Thank you. :)
@neilpiper98893 күн бұрын
I carry my original Ricoh GR digital camera from 2005 with 8 megapixels in my pocket all the time. The CCD sensor makes great colour and black and white photos.
@MarcoLoforte3 күн бұрын
i used RX100 IV in some weddings,,,, i loved that camera.
@panchomendiola32123 күн бұрын
Me encantó tu video. Tengo una Fx3 y una ZV e1 (hago más video) y creo que haría mucho más contenido “auténtico” con una cámara más pequeña. Quiero también empezar a hacer un poco más de foto (no soy experto), tú te irías por la zv1M2 o por una rx100M5?
@matiasmere773 күн бұрын
Desde que compre hace muchos años atras una RX100m2 y vi lo capaz que puede ser, fui perdiendo el interes en mi DSLR... luego compre la RX100m7 y definitivamente no toque mas la DSLR, incluso las he usado para algun que otro trabajo de fotoproducto y nadie noto la diferencia. Es una pena que Sony no continue esta linea, aunque entiendo que es dificil seguir mejorando este producto y que el precio no sea astronomico. Saludos desde Argentina!
@prizepictures13 күн бұрын
Great video with refreshing message. Just bought an Olympus EPL2 to compliment my EM1mkii. Now I have to decide which compact lens to get. Keep up the great work!
@rjbiii3 күн бұрын
I have an RX100M6 and I have mixed feelings about it. It's really versatile and it's crazy how capable it is for such a tiny camera, but the dynamic range is quite limited. That becomes especially apparently when you compare it to images from an iPhone which takes multiple exposures and blends them together. That said, it's probably the camera I'm most likely to bring with me, *just in case* since it costs nothing in terms of weight/size.
@aows20 сағат бұрын
The iPhone is definitely smarter. You could always take the multiple exposures yourself and blend them in Lightroom afterwards, though. And while the phone might give you some extra dynamic range, it's at the cost of perhaps too much processing. It depends on the photo, of course. They are both great. For me, the choice of camera over phone is more about the shooting experience than anything else. When I go out on a shoot, I might spend hours taking photos; while I can bring several batteries with me for the camera, the phone would die quickly, and carrying an external battery defeats the whole purpose. Plus many other things like lack of viewfinder, no physical buttons, no straightforward way to use filters or take long exposures, and the distractions that a multi-purpose device offers. Again, not so much about the raw quality, but more about the experience. Of course, everyone is different.
@adamsrice4 күн бұрын
compact cameras are far from dead. they sell for more than they did new in a lot of cases.
@aows4 күн бұрын
Well, I hope that's true! I guess the Ricoh GR is selling pretty well, but I'd love to see more models coming out. Many lines like Sony's, Panasonic's, Canon's... seem to be pretty much done as of right now.
@adamsrice3 күн бұрын
@@aows if the used market stays outrageously expensive I wouldn't be surprised if someone came out with a new P&S. Canon's G5x ii was about $900 new and now they're selling in top used condition for $1300. wild.
@BarwickGreen4 күн бұрын
I use an RX100 vi and it's great provided I don't have to push the ISO much. Even then, the AI noise reduction in Lightroom makes it less of a problem than it used to be!
@aows4 күн бұрын
Not ideal for high iso situations but hey, why not just embrace the noise? 😁
@trevorbrooks8134 күн бұрын
My larger format cameras sit in my house waiting to be sold. These days my everyday cam is a Canon G5Xii, 24-120 with a fast f1.8-2.8 lens. When I'm out on my bike I take a Sony RX100vi, it's a little smaller and lighter than the Canon with a longer range (24-200) and a slightly slower lens. Important for me, both cams have pop-up evf's. Thanks for posting, I always enjoy your videos.
@aows4 күн бұрын
Awesome. That's a great duo, they complement each other pretty well!
@andydean94794 күн бұрын
With new camera gear becoming so expensive and full of features that I will never use, I have 'gone retro' with a growing number of older digicams. They have rekindled the enjoyment of photography for me, as like you, I am taking more shots and experimenting with different ideas that I may not have done with a bigger camera.
@aows4 күн бұрын
Absolutely! They are great little machines and they can produce amazing photographs.
@danienelphoto4 күн бұрын
Lovely images. I feel your pain with the broken filters. Have done that myself a bunch of times!
@aows4 күн бұрын
Thanks! Yeah, it happens. Filters are relatively easy to replace so it's fine :)
@andytheghosthunter4 күн бұрын
My fave compact was the Panasonic LX100. This has been by far my most used camera of all time. Not had one for a while and am planning on getting the Leica D-lux 8 as that is very close to the LX. I do have a sick Panasonic LX-5 which can produce film like images.
@aows4 күн бұрын
Those are beautiful cameras. I hope Panasonic releases their own camera based on that D-lux 8, but ask for less cash. It's still a great price for a Leica camera, though, and a relatively big sensor!
@andytheghosthunter4 күн бұрын
@@aows So far I have heard that Panasonic have no plans to release aLX100 mkIII. Hope they do as I’ll def get one. There is a magazine here in the uk called Black and White photography magazine and the previous editor used a LX100, square format JPEG and dynamic monochrome. This is how I use my Fuji X-T2. Thanks for your videos by the way ❤️
@aows4 күн бұрын
@@andytheghosthunter I'm sure many "serious" photographers use that and other compact cameras, they are amazing! Thank you so much for watching, glad you like them!
@danienelphoto4 күн бұрын
Really meditative video. Great accompaniment to me editing a bunch of packshots!
@mikegindling42364 күн бұрын
I use the Sony RX100v7, Ricoh GR1 and GRiiix.
@aows4 күн бұрын
Nice! That's an awesome trio.
@tejraju4 күн бұрын
I love the way you think - I bought the rx100 m6 for the same reason! It never leaves my side. I set the control ring to function as step zoom...so I get 24mm, 35mm, 50mm etc defined step focal lengths. Am also considering the 24-200 nikon z lens paired with both apsc body and a z5 full frame. This gives me additional zoom (35-300mm) at almost no extra weight of an additional zoom lens. This leaves extra room for good primes. Your pictures are stunning, have been following you forever on insta and realized only now that you've a youtube channel. Instant follow, great work 👍
@aows4 күн бұрын
Oooh, I had no idea you could do that with the ring! I have it set to control exposure compensation, but I might experiment with your setup. Sometimes it's hard to be precise with the motorized zoom, so that might come in handy. About the super zoom, I love mine and even though I don't have an APS-C camera anymore, the A7riv has enough resolution that I can switch it into crop mode and still get 26MP pictures. So as you say, up to 300mm reach, and still room for extra cropping in post. All with more than decent image quality, with a very decently priced lens. What else can you ask for, right? Thank you so much for the kind words and for your support!
@tejraju3 күн бұрын
@@aows I learnt of the step zoom function by chance only in the last few months. For some reason not many people speak about it in their setup guides. I usually shoot in A priority or S priority. One click on the +/- button to activate exposure compensation and use the back wheel to control. For the odd times that I go manual, I again click on the +/- button on the back wheel to toggle between aperture and shutter speed. I have rearranged the back buttons to my needs like AEL, AFL and ISO. Being a small camera, I've to use all the real estate available! Another change I made was pairing the focus point with exposure, as I shoot quite a lot in spot and highlight metering modes. The A7Riv sure does look tempting for the crop mode. When someone reaches your level, gear doesn't really matter - but a good chef chooses his knives and pans carefully!
@awabac4 күн бұрын
Also - which wide angle adapter are you using?
@aows4 күн бұрын
This one: amzn.to/3yRnS05 please note that you need to buy a filter adapter first in order to screw 52mm filters on the camera, make sure you get the right one for your model. This is the one I bought for my mark 7: amzn.to/46qaQGs Also, the ability to shoot wide comes at a price. The corners get pretty soft. I don't mind it too much because I crop to square and less detail is actually desirable for most of my shots... but it might not work that well for other scenarios.
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Hi, my name is Raffaele and I live in Venice Italy. I agree 100% with what you said about using small cameras. I have been using RX100 Mk 1 and then Mk 4 for years and I have taken many shots that have had incredible success within my photography circle. The main advantage is precisely in going "almost" unnoticed when taking photographs and always having the camera in my pocket, wherever I am. The post production (which I do with DXO) provides me with absolutely professional level images. Great cameras! Nice service, yours: congratulations (but don't spread the information too much). Hi, stay healthy!
I love my Ricoh GR3X. For street photography, it's perfect. I let my bigger camera and its 6 lenses home most of the time
So helpful and insightful. Especially thinking about using colour channels to edit the black and white in raw.
So this raises the question, why shoot with a full frame camera? If the RX100VII is good enough, then surly the Fuji XT5 is good enough, right? And the Fuji lenses are much smaller and everything is cheaper as well. I could/can justify FF because it's not just about resolution. I have a lot of images from 2009/2010 I shot with a Nikon D700 which was only 12 mp's and yet there's a smoothness to the images that none of my APS-c cameras ever had or have and that includes the 40mp XT5. But it is a question I do struggle with... 🙂
That's a very good question, and one I struggle to answer myself. Yes, the RX100vii is enough... but. The wide angle adapter situation is not ideal, especially if I want to use ND filters to take a long exposure; it lacks weather sealing, and I love doing photography in bad weather; slow-ish lens; video; durability issues. A few of these could be solved by getting the ZV1ii, which has a wider angle lens, a faster lens, and better video features. The combo ZV1ii + RX100vii would be a nice one. The weather resistance and durability are big downsides for me, though. I used to shoot APS-C, and it's nice. But I feel like it's a compromise in between compact and full-frame: neither the benefits of bigger sensor like smoother transitions or low light performance, nor the portability of a smaller camera. I guess this is why I've landed where I am now: 1" and full-frame. Each one for very different use cases. On road trips where I don't usually shoot far from the car, and I find myself battling rain, snow and wind... full-frame cameras. On the city, where I might walk 15+ miles a day looking for photos, and I need / want to be a bit more invisible... compact camera. Ideally, though, I'd go with the compact camera setup. I thought about the combo I mentioned earlier, ZV1ii + RX100vii, and adding something a bit "nicer" for some specific shots like the RX1Rii, a tiny full-frame camera with a beautiful lens. The problem is that 2 of those 3 cameras are probably going to be discontinued pretty soon, and since durability is not their strongest point, I'd have to buy a spare of each just in case haha. Anyway, camera gear is usually a distraction that takes away from the real struggle that is what to do with the cameras we already have. But it is important to choose the right tool. As we evolve and change as photographers, those tools should change as well.
Excellent! I do the same!
The best camera will always be 2 things: the one you have with you & and the one you use. Whichever meets those criteria is your best camera.
Great video, thank you! My life also changed for the same reasons after a 'downgraded' to my Ricoh GRiiix, although I can often feel restrained due to its fixed focal length. I am considering switching to the Sony
This video appeared in my sidebar. TBH, I really used to love your videos and images, always waiting for a new one. But around the time you bought the Sony 7Rii in 2020, something happened. I know it's subjective, but they just seemed to lose their spark for me, as if the spontaneity and rawness died. So I'm interested in seeing where this goes...
Interesting. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I found myself thinking in these same lines not too long ago, actually, but came to almost the opposite conclusion. I used to plan more shoots than I do now, and I used to make many more long exposures than I do these days. I feel like all I do now is just go somewhere random and start taking pictures of what I see, without much planning. But perhaps the spontaneity and rawness you mentioned is more subtle than that, not sure. Anyway, thanks again for the comment, something for me to consider, for sure.
@@aows Thank you for replying. I think what I meant by spontaneity and rawness, is they seemed to have more emotion in them. They expressed more "atmosphere" than what was presented in the image itself. It was by no means a criticism. You are a unique and inspiring image-maker, and inspired me.
@@embracenoise oh, I didn't take that way, all good :) I like getting feedback... or hearing what others have to say about my work. It can be really eye-opening. Thank you again for the insight!
I still have the rx100 mark 1. It’s pretty awesome.
It really is!
Is SF affordable for artists anymore? I got the impression they'd all given up and moved out.
I don't know if it got less affordable over the years, I really have no idea. I only know that it's crazy expensive as of right now, unfortunately, and we won't be here for too long.
Lo siento pero si no estamos hablando de película. No puedo.
I've had the original RX100 for years and agree with you about the format. Like you I have a Sony full frame as my main cameras - Sony A7R V and the A7R IV converted for InraRed. But being 72 yrs old with a dodgy back the full frame system is getting a bit heavy to lug around. I generally standardise on just taking two Sony zooms giving me a range of 20mm to 200mm with a 2x teleconverter to get to 400mm. This covers everything I need. The A7R V is so good on stabilisation that I leave my tripod behind most times. I mount my spare lens and teleconverter on a swedish made swivel bracket on a thick belt around my waste which saves my back! It makes changining lenses really easy. But you have reignited an interest in the RX100 series and I'm going to consider getting the latest version. And I love your photography - it echos my own. Instagram #mikecryer
We do have the sneaker waves here in Oregon for sure. Oly epL 8 for my small one.
Nice one :)
“Most people overestimate what they can do in one year and underestimate what they can do in ten years.” - Bill Gates
That's the one. It's probably very true.
The Panasonic LUMIX LX100 makes a great light weight travel camera.
They are very nice cameras, the 4/3 sensor is awesome. But they are discontinued now, aren't they? I only see them used and for crazy prices.
Agree with your perception. I've got the old RX100 iii and love use it, when don't want to take my FF. It's very good for street photo, or when you hike in moutain.
Yes, absolutely, it's amazing tiny camera that complements very well a full-frame system.
I own a Panasonic LX-10 that is very similar to the one Sony you mentioned, I am very happy with it because I carry with ease to my cross country walks and not worry about carrying any additional weight. Sometimes I feel I need a bigger camera (bigger sensor) but haven't made up my mind yet where I want to go with the pictures I take... so as you say: is crazy out there with all the possibilities and different directions you might go, but I agree with you, first and most important is to begin questioning what is the photograph I want to do and what do I want to express with it?. Thank you for your video & Greetings from Colombia, Southamerica.
Very good video and observations. I use a Panasonic LX10 at present. Very compact and excellent image quality. Easy on my 50 year old back as well! Lol!
Hice muchas fotos con una Casio Exilim en mis viajes a principios de los 2000. En 2015, me hice con una Samsung NX300(APSC) que, aunque de objetivos intercambiables, era pequeña y ligera. Y cuando la perdí, compré La Fujifilm X-S10 (también de objetivos intercambiables y APSC). Mi filosofía es siempre ir ligero y cualquier día adquiero una compacta.
Ive bought two Panasonic GF7's lately (m43, interchangeable lens, 16mp camera). They're tiny, and fairly basic: no grip, no dedicated buttons (for shutter, aperture), but when paired with a good lens, they do make a lovely image.
@7:10 I only shoot stills with my ZV-1 ...this said, just shot a big loud obnoxious camera and stop worrying about other people - this is more likely what you need to do!
6:35 I'm unclear what you're saying here - you say "this" camera is no longer updated, then you say it's replaced by "this" camera - ah okay, the RX100 has been replaced by the ZV "vlogging" camera line 👍🏼
Yes, sorry. The RX100 line seems to be dead at this point. Sony still sells the mark vii, but will probably stop to do so by the end of the year. They've moved on to the ZV line which is great, but it's focused on video more than photo.
Your work is superb as is your philosophy.🌿🌟 I've narrowed down to two film cameras: 1) Canon VT Deluxe w/ Voightlander 21mm F4 Color Skopar LTM 2) Linhof 617s Technorama w/ 90 mm f 5.6 Schneider Krueznach Super Angulon MC Film: Ilford FP4 (35mm /120)
Hola amigo. Mis primeros pasos fue con analógica. Una vieja y hermosa cámara Chinon con un 35 mm muy luminoso. Luego con las digitales arranqué primero con una Fuji y seguí con Sony. T 33 y T9 pequeñísimas. Más tarde volví a formatos más grandes con Nikon. Ahora, a pesar de tener Nikon mayores uso muchísimo, casi exclusivamente mi Sony RX100 Va. Es tal cual dices, más consistentes los resultados que un celular y está siempre a mano. No pesa y el entorno no se complica cuando la sacas. Me gustó tu video. Suscripto y con dedo arriba. Saludos desde Argentina.
Last year i upgraded my tg-6 (12mp) to the rx100m7 and so impressed with the abilities of this camera. I am still regularly shooting with a canon dlsr 90D, so opted for two compact cameras while nursing a back issue. Purchased the rx100m7, and the rx10m4, the latter Sony just announced they are discontinuing, so i kinda expect the same for the rx100 line. Such a shame. Still haven't completely cracked the code for the Sony menu system though. Your photos are lovely, as usual !
I also use a compact camera ,sony WX500 ,when I go taking pics in my city (instead I use an entry level nikon d3400 for birds photography).It replaced a Casio exilim zr400(very sorry they do not do cameras anymore)which in2018 fell to ground and broke, I almost cried when it happened and I could not find an used one nearby me.Then in 2021 or 2022 I found an exilim zr200, quite similar and I did not miss the chance to get it.
sick b&w photography dude!
Thank you so much!
My Compact is the Lumix LX15 - I love it!
What is this nonsense trend? Hey look at my shitty camera. It's never the camera. Go back in time 10 years and use a hasselblad or whatever. You will still be shit. It's the knowledge and experience that you gathered all this time
Old age has caught up with my spine and hauling around heavy camera gear limits my range which brought me to buying a Sony A6000 which I found be incredible for such a small package I upgraded to the A6300 for a more sturdy body and will probably get the newest bony to get the dual control dials it drives me nuts with you have to have a million megapixel sensor to show a 7 megapixel image on tic tok
Love this video, thank you
Thank you for watching, glad you liked it!
I love your photos, they are so artistic and deep
Thank you so much! I appreciate it
I still have a RX100-V (simply because noone wants to buy it) and the topic of premium compact cameras (vs smartphones) comes up quite often on Italian forums. There are certainly reasons to purchase such a camera even now: price (compared to smartphones with similar sensor sizes), sheer quality at 100%, advanced options (focus options, use of off-camera flash, etc.) and probably even more; but, as you said, the use case is needing something quick, light and "stealthy" to take this kind of photography, and there's nothing better than what you already have to carry wherever you go, your smartphone. The downsides no longer outweigh the upsides for this kind of photography, and while the reach is heavily penalized even in the most expensive units, the best camere you can use is the one that is always with you. So if you do not wish to carry around an APS-C, FF or Small-Medium Format and set it up, there is little reason to carry around a compact camera. It's not quicker to take out and shoot, it's not lighter, it's not better weather sealed and it does bring more attention to you than using a smartphone. I think you are spot on with why the ZV-1 & friends don't really work out (except for a niche kind of vlogger), but it's the same exact reason for photography as well, not just for videos. The only big downsides of any "camera-oriented" smartphone are price (but it's still probably cheaper to have a premium smartphone than a RX100+a mid-range smartphone), ergonomics and shooting in low-light/bad weather (but even the RX100 is severely lacking in that area, even more so the MkVII version with its inferior lens quality). If it works for you that's absolutely splendid, keep at it. But it's no more "niche" than shooting with analog. It's a subjective choice that gets further away from "objective benefits" the more technology improves.
You make very valid points. Smartphones are getting better and better by the day, and it is true that in most situations they are as good as a compact camera. That being said, they tend to fall apart quicker than their counterparts, especially in low light; sometimes there's just too much processing happening there -- less so when shooting in RAW, but still; and very few phones can compete with the RX100vii when it comes to longer focal lengths. That being said, my choice of standalone camera over phone is very much about the shooting experience. If we are talking about the occasional shot you might find on your way to the dentist, then yes, the phone is just fine. But for photography outings, when I go on long walks with the intention of taking photos, the shooting experience is just subpar compared to the camera. Lack of viewfinder, a distracting device by nature, no physical buttons for the most part, no straightforward way to use filters... in my opinion, the experience is miles away. Not to mention other stuff like battery life and storage: with a camera, you can simply swap the battery with a new one, or use another memory card; if you have to carry an external battery to keep your phone alive, then the whole premise of being lighter and more convenient falls apart. Again, this is not to say you can't take great pictures with a phone. You absolutely can, and I do when it's the only thing I have with me. I have included phone photos in my books, and I'm sure no one could tell they were made with a phone. They are not (just) cameras, though, and it shows.
Exactly what I wanted to convince myself for another camera purchase. I am throughly convinced. Thank you. :)
I carry my original Ricoh GR digital camera from 2005 with 8 megapixels in my pocket all the time. The CCD sensor makes great colour and black and white photos.
i used RX100 IV in some weddings,,,, i loved that camera.
Me encantó tu video. Tengo una Fx3 y una ZV e1 (hago más video) y creo que haría mucho más contenido “auténtico” con una cámara más pequeña. Quiero también empezar a hacer un poco más de foto (no soy experto), tú te irías por la zv1M2 o por una rx100M5?
Desde que compre hace muchos años atras una RX100m2 y vi lo capaz que puede ser, fui perdiendo el interes en mi DSLR... luego compre la RX100m7 y definitivamente no toque mas la DSLR, incluso las he usado para algun que otro trabajo de fotoproducto y nadie noto la diferencia. Es una pena que Sony no continue esta linea, aunque entiendo que es dificil seguir mejorando este producto y que el precio no sea astronomico. Saludos desde Argentina!
Great video with refreshing message. Just bought an Olympus EPL2 to compliment my EM1mkii. Now I have to decide which compact lens to get. Keep up the great work!
I have an RX100M6 and I have mixed feelings about it. It's really versatile and it's crazy how capable it is for such a tiny camera, but the dynamic range is quite limited. That becomes especially apparently when you compare it to images from an iPhone which takes multiple exposures and blends them together. That said, it's probably the camera I'm most likely to bring with me, *just in case* since it costs nothing in terms of weight/size.
The iPhone is definitely smarter. You could always take the multiple exposures yourself and blend them in Lightroom afterwards, though. And while the phone might give you some extra dynamic range, it's at the cost of perhaps too much processing. It depends on the photo, of course. They are both great. For me, the choice of camera over phone is more about the shooting experience than anything else. When I go out on a shoot, I might spend hours taking photos; while I can bring several batteries with me for the camera, the phone would die quickly, and carrying an external battery defeats the whole purpose. Plus many other things like lack of viewfinder, no physical buttons, no straightforward way to use filters or take long exposures, and the distractions that a multi-purpose device offers. Again, not so much about the raw quality, but more about the experience. Of course, everyone is different.
compact cameras are far from dead. they sell for more than they did new in a lot of cases.
Well, I hope that's true! I guess the Ricoh GR is selling pretty well, but I'd love to see more models coming out. Many lines like Sony's, Panasonic's, Canon's... seem to be pretty much done as of right now.
@@aows if the used market stays outrageously expensive I wouldn't be surprised if someone came out with a new P&S. Canon's G5x ii was about $900 new and now they're selling in top used condition for $1300. wild.
I use an RX100 vi and it's great provided I don't have to push the ISO much. Even then, the AI noise reduction in Lightroom makes it less of a problem than it used to be!
Not ideal for high iso situations but hey, why not just embrace the noise? 😁
My larger format cameras sit in my house waiting to be sold. These days my everyday cam is a Canon G5Xii, 24-120 with a fast f1.8-2.8 lens. When I'm out on my bike I take a Sony RX100vi, it's a little smaller and lighter than the Canon with a longer range (24-200) and a slightly slower lens. Important for me, both cams have pop-up evf's. Thanks for posting, I always enjoy your videos.
Awesome. That's a great duo, they complement each other pretty well!
With new camera gear becoming so expensive and full of features that I will never use, I have 'gone retro' with a growing number of older digicams. They have rekindled the enjoyment of photography for me, as like you, I am taking more shots and experimenting with different ideas that I may not have done with a bigger camera.
Absolutely! They are great little machines and they can produce amazing photographs.
Lovely images. I feel your pain with the broken filters. Have done that myself a bunch of times!
Thanks! Yeah, it happens. Filters are relatively easy to replace so it's fine :)
My fave compact was the Panasonic LX100. This has been by far my most used camera of all time. Not had one for a while and am planning on getting the Leica D-lux 8 as that is very close to the LX. I do have a sick Panasonic LX-5 which can produce film like images.
Those are beautiful cameras. I hope Panasonic releases their own camera based on that D-lux 8, but ask for less cash. It's still a great price for a Leica camera, though, and a relatively big sensor!
@@aows So far I have heard that Panasonic have no plans to release aLX100 mkIII. Hope they do as I’ll def get one. There is a magazine here in the uk called Black and White photography magazine and the previous editor used a LX100, square format JPEG and dynamic monochrome. This is how I use my Fuji X-T2. Thanks for your videos by the way ❤️
@@andytheghosthunter I'm sure many "serious" photographers use that and other compact cameras, they are amazing! Thank you so much for watching, glad you like them!
Really meditative video. Great accompaniment to me editing a bunch of packshots!
I use the Sony RX100v7, Ricoh GR1 and GRiiix.
Nice! That's an awesome trio.
I love the way you think - I bought the rx100 m6 for the same reason! It never leaves my side. I set the control ring to function as step zoom...so I get 24mm, 35mm, 50mm etc defined step focal lengths. Am also considering the 24-200 nikon z lens paired with both apsc body and a z5 full frame. This gives me additional zoom (35-300mm) at almost no extra weight of an additional zoom lens. This leaves extra room for good primes. Your pictures are stunning, have been following you forever on insta and realized only now that you've a youtube channel. Instant follow, great work 👍
Oooh, I had no idea you could do that with the ring! I have it set to control exposure compensation, but I might experiment with your setup. Sometimes it's hard to be precise with the motorized zoom, so that might come in handy. About the super zoom, I love mine and even though I don't have an APS-C camera anymore, the A7riv has enough resolution that I can switch it into crop mode and still get 26MP pictures. So as you say, up to 300mm reach, and still room for extra cropping in post. All with more than decent image quality, with a very decently priced lens. What else can you ask for, right? Thank you so much for the kind words and for your support!
@@aows I learnt of the step zoom function by chance only in the last few months. For some reason not many people speak about it in their setup guides. I usually shoot in A priority or S priority. One click on the +/- button to activate exposure compensation and use the back wheel to control. For the odd times that I go manual, I again click on the +/- button on the back wheel to toggle between aperture and shutter speed. I have rearranged the back buttons to my needs like AEL, AFL and ISO. Being a small camera, I've to use all the real estate available! Another change I made was pairing the focus point with exposure, as I shoot quite a lot in spot and highlight metering modes. The A7Riv sure does look tempting for the crop mode. When someone reaches your level, gear doesn't really matter - but a good chef chooses his knives and pans carefully!
Also - which wide angle adapter are you using?
This one: amzn.to/3yRnS05 please note that you need to buy a filter adapter first in order to screw 52mm filters on the camera, make sure you get the right one for your model. This is the one I bought for my mark 7: amzn.to/46qaQGs Also, the ability to shoot wide comes at a price. The corners get pretty soft. I don't mind it too much because I crop to square and less detail is actually desirable for most of my shots... but it might not work that well for other scenarios.