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Hi Mike, We are in school photography, and I have now purchased a system camera for the 2nd time. The first, a Sony A7, I returned after a week of use. Now I have bought another system camera, this time the Nikon z6-2. The reason why I returned the Sony had 2 causes. He could not focus in a normal gaming room at a school or living room during a family shoot. The viewfinder also remained very dark, which I am not used to, as I have always worked with an SLR. I have completely read through the instructions for use and also the menu in the camera. But can't find anything to clear the monitor or viewfinder. Because during studio work at schools, the viewfinder is simply too dark, and that does not really work well. As a result, I keep reaching for my old trusty D850 so that I can continue. Where should I do this setting to get my viewfinder cum monitor clear for normal photography? Please provide your solution Gr. Herman H. Heutink Plan B photography

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Well done video. Thanks.

Projectors have three numbers that determines their price. Resolution, amount of light and contrast. Hight price projectors have more of all three. The contrast ratio is a number often forgotten. The model he is using only has a contrast ratio of 3000 to one which is very low. This means you have to work to make the image not look washed out. With modern cameras you can sometime work with less light if you have a high contrast ratio. You can get a new cheap project now days in 2024 with about a 15,000 to one contrast ratio and good laser projectors have over a million to one with top end machines having ten million to one. I recommend eBay also and getting a use projector. You should be able to get something close to 4,000 Luminas and 15,000 to one contrast ratio for about $300 dollars and sometimes less. The reason his projector was so cheap was the low contrast ratio. When I started this, I made the mistake of buying a projector with a contrast of only 3,000 to one and ended up giving it away. When I tried to project an image of something it was usually too washed out. Currently looking for new projector now I understand the problem. I am not sure how much contrast ratio that I really need. I have not tried a 15,000 to one to see if it is really enough. I just know I was unhappy with 3000 to one.

Professional making a living off the d750 still what are your thoughts on the dIII? I may finally make the switch and you can now get the dII used at great prices as well.

So much to learn about my Z6II, thanks. Yes, it is the low light King.

I use #8 lead shot in a zip lock bag. (You can buy at a hunting store ie, Fin Feather and Fur.) I divide the weight into 2-3 bags per each side. I have a kitchen weight scale to measure the amount of weight for the bags. I now know the exact weight for each bag.

Hey Mike, nice review. Did PocketWizard update something : is it now compatible with HSS with the PowerMC2 and Raven?

What are your thoughts on the 7Artisan 50mm for this camera? I’m not a professional photographer, so, saving $$ is my goal. 😂😂😂

Very helpful. Thank you

This is the best tutorial about the focus settings on the Nikon Z6ii Thanks a lot 🙏🏻

with the grey background, is it possible to make a white background with studio flashes or not?

Which is better the Savage backdrop or Westcott X-Drop?

Superb. Thanks for sharing

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So does this act as a transmitter? Or do you still need a transmitter

Thanks man!

Mike, I was wandering if you did a test for flash duration and color temp in the action mode? I would like to have a comparison with the Godox QT600iii, the manual only lists high and low end only nothing in-between. thanks

Thanks for sharing

You should be called "photographer of decade" 😂 thanks mate!

I have the d800 for a long time and thinking about a mirror less camera. Portrait and pets are my liking. Can you comment on those areas with the Z6?? Thank you for this video

Seems to me that your view is niche based for your own requirements. Hobby photography is a completely different thing with its own requirements. But thanks for your comments.

Thanks so much for sharing this! Works 100%!!!

Well done, McGee! This is a better solution than mine and it's what I'm gonna do. Thank you very much.

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Can you get them to be abused on a Einstein?

Remapping the movie button to focus modes. It's genius. Thanks for that tip, it's a game changer for me too. Proof everyone has a little bit of knowledge that can really help others if they only knew.

Excellent! Fantastic idea! Thanks.

What a great video! Unlike many reviewers, you review and then actually set up the equipment and show how it can be used in a shoot. I wish other youtubers would emulate your approach.

from 10min-11:30min you mention a really cool trick. AF-C and holding down the back button to constantly focus and refocus your subject.... i have a question- does that mean that I'd have to surrender my back-button focus setting? It's an old habit from my DSLR days

Hey! fantastic advice! I was able to save 100 usd: thank you!

greetings do you know if the wescott xdrop 5x7 backgrounds are compatible with this savage support system?

Thanks for the video. I shoot live performances (mostly circus) and am contemplating going from my D5 to the Z6II. You've given me some food for thought. Cheers!

Thanks for this video Mike! I am 2 years late to the party - but this is so relevant, I doubt if it will get dated anytime soon. Learning so much : )

Thank you so much sir 🎉❤

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Gracias por el análisis, con tu información ya adquiri el mío, saludos!

Great trick with AF-C with AF-ON activated in menu. I will have to try that. Just sold my Z5 and the prices of Z6ii are really low lately in my area so buying one soon (they are throwing in a free FTZii with the camera at some stores locally). Although the next camera Z6iii will have more features it will also cost a lot more, so a Z6ii is in my budget range, and you make it sound like a great camera! My Z5 was okay, images were sharp, but the Z6ii has the speed in AF, and is less likely to have flickering on the back screen like what the Z5 sometimes has when recording video with less processing power, due to the dual processors of Z6ii vs. single processor of Z5. (while Z5 did flicker sometimes, not always, on the back screen, the recording itself was still clean in Full HD with Z5). An upgrade would be better. Thanks for your review!

This is technically not PVC but ABS. ABS is way more durable and resistant to impacts and it's not likely to crack longitudinally like a regular pipe. Withstands 220F and doesn't melt like candle wax, unlike other more common plastics. Car bumpers and plastic pieces under the hood, bike fairings and machine enclosures are made with this material, so it withstands high temps and harsh conditions. It's a really good idea, and the rubber caps are genius for impacts and in eliminating having to use PVC glue or making threads. I would maybe include a piece of foam with the caps to dampen even more and potentially avoid ripped edges.

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Great tips

Great idea. To cover the text, use black electrical tape, its same shine and will make it look even slicker.

Great to see you back 👍

382. 😀Thanks from Istanbul.

wow really helpful video..question tho, what happens if we want to take a full body portrait, how far should we move the lighting n projector back? thanks

This is a great solution! Thanks for sharing 👍🏼

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Did you mention what your frame rate was when you were setting up your aperture? Also can you select mic level and line level on your microphone menu settings for that camera?

Can’t wait to try it. Thank you so much 🎉

Nice video ,, well done