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Will canon r6 attached with ef 70-200mm f2.8 mark iii lens together with lens adapter fits in Alpha Camera Backpack Air (Grey, 25L) - with Rain Cover & Tripod Holder & Capacity Expansion
I can't say for sure as I'm not familiar with that set up. It will take a Nikon D810 with a 70-200 f/2.8 in the sideways position (allowing access through the side). Thank you for watching and commenting
@@RalphGoldsmith is it vertical way or horizontal way
@@jamescarlos8642 The D810 and 70-200 will go in horizontally. You could fit a lot larger if you go vertically. I could fit the d810, Tamron 150-600 and hood in that way
Does it fit in alpha camera backpack air 25L If attach camera body with 70-200mm f2.8 lens
Ralph, thank you for your excellent review of the "Brian" tripod from 3 Legged Thing! I was a bit surprised when you mentioned the kit you use with it, and that in certain conditions you saw a bit of blur in your images. I believe the Brian has a load capacity of 30 lbs. Based on your comments/observations, I think I shall look into the Leo V2 version, as it has a load capacity of an amazing 66 lbs, which implies that it should have absolutely zero issues with a 10 lb kit. Thanks again sir.
Glad it was helpful. It's worth remembering that all travel tripods will be less stable than their larger counterparts, the small size normally comes with thinner leg sections that are more prone to shake. It's a bit of a trade off. Brian is still an excellent tripod although I make more use of his big brother Winston now. I'm sure Leo is good as well. Thank you for watching and commenting and enjoy your new tripod when you get it
@@RalphGoldsmith Thank you, Ralph! I look forward to testing the Leo V2, and will be sure to update you on my findings. It will be my first product from 3 Legged Thing.
I've watched other videos on this style from other photographers and liked the concept of Pep's images. I've tried myself with trees, trains, and buildings but I need more work. You're right about how long it takes to edit. I enjoyed your version and I loved the outcome. What were your settings to shoot?
Glad you liked it. I think trees are probably the easiest subject to start with. I think I included the settings in the video but a quick look back at LR it looks like it was 30 images with a 7.5mm fisheye at 1/100 second, f/8 and ISO 100. Thank you for watching and commenting
Great video Ralph. I tend to use my phone when scouting new places which is handy. My phone is even older than yours 🤦♂️😂
That's kind of what I do, a quick snap as a reminder but never to keep. Maybe that will change. Thank you for watching and commenting
I tell my friends (if they ask about what camera they should get) "The greatest picture I take in my life is going to be on my phone". Even though the best possible VERSION of that picture would have been taken with my camera.
That's a great answer. Thank you for watching and commenting
I refer to these as "Dumb" lenses because they can't communicate with the camera at all.
They are that but, for this lens, that doesn't really present any obstacle. Thank you for watching and commenting
@@RalphGoldsmith You can't lecture me about Dumb Lens. When I started in photography, every lens was a Dumb Lens. Cameras had no meters or electronics of any sort. In my current stable of 41 lenses, 16 are Dumb Lens.
@@rayspencer5025 No lecture, just my opinion
iPhone photography is different and clearly there are many uses for it… just as there were with the Instamatic camera and film P&S when most families had one. I have 14 pro X and is best when used with the Leica Lux Pro App or Fjorden App, or for art photos / ICM etc… But normally there is a ‘phone look’ about images… But are they becoming the new normal with billions of phone images being made each day? But you can also use it as a live viewfinder with a real camera (good for the aurora in Scotland) or using the viewfinder App for scouting to see what say a 50mm f1.2 would look like on a scene at F1.2 and shooting at 1:1 ratio or any camera / lens setup when you do not want to carry all your gear with you.
Good tips on how to use the phone, I appreciate you sharing them. The old iPhone 11 is a bit more limited and I'm not sure I would upgrade for the sake of photography as I still prefer to use my camera for that. Thank you for watching and commenting
The best camera is surely the one you have readily available. I tend to use the mobile phone a lot lately and especially when having my main gear is not possible or appropriate. I am really impressed with what you can do these days with mobile phone cameras, especially when you edit the raw images. Not the greatest technically but surely a very useful tool, especially when scouting. What people need to understand though is that there is a lot of automatic computational aspects on mobile phone photography, which may make people believe that they can totally replace a proper camera. And this is far from reality. Thanks for sharing Ralph!!
Glad you liked the topic Thanos. Totally agree that the phone is not a replacement for the proper camera but I was interested to see what I could do with this one and quite surprised with the results. Thank you for watching and commenting
Hi Ralph, nice video this week, phone cameras are quite good these days I personally prefer a real camera, I tend to only use my phone to take snapshots when I’m on holiday as it’s more convenient to carry, the shots you took were all very good I liked what you did with the tree, Have a good week.
I was interested to see what the phone camera could do for me. I may use it if I see something when I'm out for other purposes and want to get an image, or eve some video I guess. Glad you liked the images, Thank you for watching and commenting
I had the 11 for years …. Until I went 15 pro. The iphone always provides a reliable fall back for much photography. Had many outings where the iPhone image has overcome the failures of my dslr effort! And great for easy vlogging
All good points, I've just never really seen the phone as a camera, maybe time to change that thinking (sometimes). Thank you for watching and commenting
@@RalphGoldsmith various limitations but several strengths (sounds like any camera review 👍) 😂😂
@@wednesdaythroughthelens830 Sounds about right 😀
Good shots in there Ralph. It's hard perhaps for older photographers like me to break the camera habit. Thanks to Eric & Kass Mencher who shoot only on phones, I now make 80% of my images on a Samsung Galaxy, some in RAW when the opportunity allows. Edit with Lightroom and Snapseed. I prefer a dslr in low light. As you rightly say, good prints up to A3 are possible which shouldsuit most amateurs. Will be interesting to see if you choose to get into phone shooting. It's certainly a lighter carry.
Glad you liked them Geoff. I can't see me doing a lot with the phone as I miss the lens options and somehow the experience just isn't the same. I may do some occasionally though. Thank you for watching and commenting
Excellent video and some really nice shots Ralph. Phones do have a place in photography. But I like my view finder. Phones are difficult to see in bright light and also you only have 2 points of contact. As apposed to 3 with a camera. Thanks again
Glad you enjoyed it Bob. For me it's the creative options of different lenses that makes the big difference. Thank you for watching and commenting
Interesting feature today Ralph, I have an iPhone 12 Pro which does include pro raw it does well out and about but there is no substitute for my Nikon Z6 and the various lens. Travel light with the iPhone but miss out on quality it depends what you want.
Glad you found it interesting. I think the lack of RAW on the 11 is the biggest limitation for me but I might still use it occasionally for shots if I'm not out for actual photography . Thank you for watching and commenting
Phones have come on leaps and bounds, i have the same model and it only when I zoom in do i see the compromises that I wouldn’t have with detail from my main camera.. good vid Pal
It is amazing what phone cameras can do, even some of the older ones. Thank you for watching and commenting
Interesting subject Ralph and to be honest I only use my iPhone now and made my camera redundant manly to do with not carrying the bag about. The only thing I miss is my lenses. Great set of photographs and good information. Have a great week 👍
Glad you liked it Shaun. I think the lenses are what make a lot of the difference now,. Glad you liked the images. Thank you for watching and commenting
Interesting Ralph. I have an iPhone15Pro and the camera has come on leaps and bounds over the last 4/5 years. Larger sensor and ProRaw format. I have found that I have been using it rather than my Canon 50D, in an effort to be completely conversant with it. I can’t complain about the results I am achieving. Kind regards.
Glad you found it interesting Michael. I have always avoided taking pictures with the phone but I can image something like the 15Pro is actually a very capable tool. Thank you for watching and commenting
Great video Ralph, very interesting I have a iPhone 12 Pro which does enable the use of raw. I do like using the iPhone but there is no substitute for my main camera a Nikon Z6 and the various lens. It can be handy for travelling light and I may use it to scout areas I have not been too. Going back later with the Nikon. Great subject which can produce mixed outcomes.
@@johncoombes6231 True, I don't think the phone replaces the camera, even just from an experience point of view it doesn't 'feel' the same, Thank you for watching and commenting
Great and informative vlog Ralph, yes phone photography isn't every ones cup of tea, but however it is getting very popular. From what you showed us, you gave us a great demonstration, and i must admit the last mirror image i thought was brilliant. Have a great week and see you nest Saturday.
Glad you enjoyed it Jim and I have to confess I was quite impressed with what came out of the camera. I can imagine with a new model and better capabilities it could be quite a useful tool. Thank you for watching and commenting
Great content and great images Ralph, I think it has been praised elsewhere in the comments, but i really enjoyed the yellow flower. Have a great weekend buddy 🙏🙏🙏
Glad you enjoyed it Izzy. I was quite pleased with the flower as well. Thank you for watching and commenting and have a great weekend yourself
Great video 👍Music was perfect for the awesome pictures, thx for sharing. Makes one want to get and take some photos
Glad you enjoyed it, hope you're out getting some shots. Thank you for watching and commenting
I love this type of photography. The contrasting buildings are fascinating. Thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for watching and commenting
Very good Ralph, informative and very well explained giving some excellent captures along the way. Thank you for that I think sometimes we tend to over look shallow depth of field so miss out on some good opportunities of nice captures. 👍👌
Glad you enjoyed it John, we do seem to fixate on that 'back to front sharpness. Thank you for watching and commenting
Dear 3LT, he is not the only one with this loose leg problem. I find it more a grievance than he does, though.
Actually, I haven't had that problem for a long time, A few tightens and it seemed to sort itself out. Hope you get yours sorted. Thank you for watching and commenting
Nice video Ralph. Really liked the yellow flower. It is indeed important to realize how the interplay between aperture, shutter speed, focal length, and ISO can determine the look and feel of your subject...... something few that use their phone as a camera (no matter the resolution) do realize.
Glad you enjoyed it Andy. Thank you for watching and commenting
As you said mate not something a landscape photographer usually does but a great tip for isolating your subject . Hope your well mate.
Glad you liked the idea lee, doing well thanks hope you are as well. Thank you for watching and commenting
Anther great video Ralph and well explained with shallow depth of field which I didn’t know about. Great set of images. Many thanks for sharing your work and have a great week 👍
Glad you liked it Shaun. Thank you for watching and commenting and have a great week yourself
I'm into wide angle stuff right now. Can still get some good blurry background if the main subject is close up. Doing a lot of complicated angle stuff and pics that draw you in.
Indeed, close up WA can create some interesting effects. Thank you for watching and commenting
Very true that the blurring of individual elements in a photograph can really enhance the subject. I think you have demonstrated this in an exemplary manner today Ralph!!
Glad you liked it Thanos, Thank you for watching and commenting
Excellent Ralph. Really enjoyed that 👍
Glad you enjoyed it Bob, Thank you for watching and commenting
That was great Ralph, very well explained about your thoughts behind shallow depth of field and the images were just FAB. Have a great week ahead and again wishing you a very happy birthday.
Glad you enjoyed it Jim, and liked the images. Thank you for watching and commenting and also thanks for the birthday wish
Great effort Ralph, I really like the ICM photos, they are really artistic and make great frames in my view!!
Glad you like them Thanos, Thank you for watching and commenting, much appreciated
Great job Ralph. I love my T4 for exactly the reasons you mentioned you got some great shots. The ICM looks great.
Glad you enjoyed it Darren. Thank you for watching and commenting
Shouldn't street photography be photographs of streets and or street names. Also I have never heard such a cheerful version of such a sad song.
Street photography, traditionally, involves people in candid situations, but I like your idea better😀. As for the song, I'm not sure what it may be based on, it's from an audio source specifically for KZread videos. Anyway. Thank you for watching and commenting
Hi Ralph, very interesting,nice to see how you pick your subjects, the iCMs were very good as all the shots were, have a great week.
Glad you enjoyed it Allen, and liked the images. Thank you for watching and commenting
Enjoyed the video Ralph, found the ICM very good captures I have been trying that out myself in the last few weeks. Great image of the single tree very nice.
Glad you enjoyed it John and liked the ICM. Thank you for watching and commenting
where are you? andalucia, spain??
Alicante province in Spain
Wow. You found somethings in nothing. When I grow up I want to be as good as a photography as you lol.
You don't want to grow up, that's always a bad idea🤣. Thank you for watching and commenting
Love the ICM shots!
Glad you like them. Thank you for watching and commenting
Using a longer FL for trees sounds like a good idea. Must try it. Cheers.
Give it a go, it can make a lot of difference. Thank you for watching and commenting
Tilley hat?
It is indeed. Thank you for watching and commenting
Those ICMs were eye-catching, Ralph.
Glad you like them Andy. They're not to everyones taste. Thank you for watching and commenting
Another interesting photography video Ralph, a great challenge. Good tips and got some great shots. Many thanks for sharing your work and have a great week.
Glad you enjoyed it Shaun. Thank you for watching and commenting and have a great week yourself
Love it Ralph. Some excellent shots and tips
Glad you enjoyed it Bob. Thank you for watching and commenting
Interesting vlog this week Ralph, it's amazing how you can look at things in a different perspective when subjects seem a little uninteresting to the untrained eye, but with your eye you can bring out those images to life and make them look brilliant through I.C.M and B&W. Have a great week and see you next week.
Glad you enjoyed it Jim, sometimes trying to get something decent from the less obvious scene can be rewarding, Good to hear you liked the results, Thank you for watching and commenting and have a good week
Lovely video Ralph, your decision to plump for the lighter gear was a good one I think, especially as it seemed as if it was a warm day. Definitely helps with getting the right angles hand held too. Loved the landscape shot at 10.50, perfect example of a leading line. Have a great weekend buddy 🙏🙏🙏
Glad you liked it Izzy, yes, a warm day and getting hotter all the time. Thank you for watching and commenting and have a great rest of the weekend
Interuptions aside, great info & useful technique 👌
Glad you found it interesting. Thank you for watching and commenting
Aside from weight it's a compelling argument for upgrading to a newer Z8 or similar😊 Fun video. Great job Ralph.
Not compelling enough for me to drop that kind of money right now 🤣. In all seriousness, If I was serious about wildlife I would consider either a Z8 or, the other extreme, an M43 solution. Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for watching and commenting
You have made some very good points Ralph. Big heavy equipment can actually hinder rather than help us getting photos. For wildlife photography this is true. I remember the good old days when I was shooting wildlife with a D500 and the Sigma 150-600 sport edition and that was nearly 4kg on its own. I started feeling the pain on my back and arms after only a couple of hours and that discouraged me a lot. With mirrorless though this has drastically changed. Great captures too, especially given the harsh light!!!
Glad you liked the video Thanos, If I was more dedicated on wildlife I would have to consider some other options perhaps but i enjoyed this shoot. Thank you for watching and commenting
Good video Ralph, you got some excellent images but I did like the wide angle captures. Keep up the good work. 👍👌👏
Glad you enjoyed it John. Thank you for watching and commenting
Great review, made me finally decide to go with this one. Thank you!
Glad it was helpful, it's a good bag and I still love mine. Thank you for watching and commenting
I paid a visit to Martin Mere wildlife sanctuary in Lancashire, last December. I use the M43 format and have a Leica DG 100-400mm f4-6.3. It's a very portable configuration, has fantastic image stabilisation, and an effective FF maximum focal length of 800 mm. I can use it without a tripod. I got some super images of flamingos and other wading birds in some wonderful low winter sun. So your video struck a chord with me. Use the best tool for the job not the best (ultimate) technology. Sure, had I been shooting pre-dawn in low light perhaps I would have needed an ultra expensive fast prime. Even then, my M43 system performs brilliantly at high ISO. I like to go fell walking and the M43 system means I can get images that would be impractical with a larger full frame format. I liked how you used the shorter lens to include the surrounding environment which means a more interesting composition rather than a 'record' type close cropped species orientated image. Another interesting video. Thanks pal.
That sounds like a great setup for wildlife. I think there is a temptation, especially when you have a longer focal length, to always try to fill the frame and that's not always the best option. When (at some point in the future) i decide to change cameras I will definitely consider M43. Thank you for watching and commenting