Why I Regret Upgrading My Camera
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- Опубліковано 21 вер 2024
- Last year, I moved from crop sensor (ASP-C) to Full-frame. This was due to thinking I NEEDED something new. Upgrade, change out systems. All of the above. I regretted it, honestly and "Downgraded" only to move back... here's why:
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I completely resonate with his. I recently shifted from Full Frame to a Fuji apsc setup and I have really found myself fallen in love with photography again. A smaller camera means brining it to more places and is more enjoyable to shoot with.
My sentiments exactly. At times, sure, Full-frame photos have a look to them but I don't think it's worth as an "everyday" type of camera.
I gave it a go for awhile but the weight of 3 full frame lenses in your bag vs ASPC is night and day!
Fuji for life haha
It’s not a downgrade bro do what’s best for you if it makes you happy i’m happy for you thanks for sharing.
Yes, to each their own; Thanks for watching!
The main problem is the camera company will tell you that the $700 crop sensor camera you have needs to be replaced by a $3500 full frame camera. I have figured out that my M6 mark II can get good images of just about anything with the lenses that I have. The last item I bought was an old FD mount Soligor 135mm f/2.8 manual focus lens with an adapter for EF-M mount. The Bokeh is better on shots from over 5 feet away. I spent less than $50 for the adapter and lens.
True! And holding back features when knowing what we have is fully capable of more. Especially the original M being hacked to unleash it's capabilities. Love that M line, I used to have an M50 and the images I took from that time were great! Nice finds.
Give one a Bugatti, if they can't drive it perfectly well, they won't like it. Give an Old G a Prius, they will maneuver it well to win an Oscar on the roads.
Agreed! Thank you for this video. Not only is this affecting us as creatives and our funds but also the people that are being exploited in the Congo to mine the materials for these electronics. We don't need to upgrade to the latest and newest.
Another reason to make sure our cameras live their lives to the fullest. Thanks for watching.
I moved from Fujifilm to Sony FF over 3 years ago. I'm totally happy with the decision though it was expensive (and continues to be). I have no dislike for any camera brand and continue to dip my toes on all brands. Good luck with your Fuji journey.
Thanks for watching!
My Panasonic gh5ii still gives me more joyful inspiration than any other camera, including but not limited to my Sony a7iv. Top notch content upload B!
Lumix always had the edge when it comes to tools for the craft! I still use Gh5’s for work at times as well.
Thanks for your comments!
My favorite camera is the Olympus E-M5 Mark II. It looks quite similar to your X-T3 as well. Loved taking it with me even if it's pretty outdated by todays standards.
The EM-5 line was a fun body to shoot with. I had a silver body since I, too am a fan of the vintage style the two share (EM5 & XT line). Great Video AF too on the Olys!
All that matters is that you’re taking it with you. Thanks for watching.
we all fall into that rut of "Oh the new thing has to be better," but in reality, the best camera is the one you have the most time on, if I had to go on a shoot and bring back amazing photos and you gave me a brand new XYZ (I don't even know the names of the new cameras) and my current set up you would probably like the photos from my current set up a whole lot more because I have 8 years of practice behind that system.
I learned after my 1st upgrade that you are best to use the same system till it dies on you.
True. I think this happens to a lot of us who may be starting out; I'd say the first true upgrade does mislead you in a way thinking the next jump will be that much greater...
This is coming from getting my first camera... (Couldn't be over $300) from the next to over a grand (The X-T4)
Of course the upgrade was significant but couldn't be more than that. Especially the times we are in.
Thanks for watching, cheers.
Got an 80D, looking at getting a full frame either the 5D's or R series... But my main focus rn is a 70-200 f/2.8 to go with my 11-16f/2.8 , 28-75 f/2.8 ( tokina and Tamarin respectfully)
tempted to get another 80D or an 90D as a backup for my run and gun.... I'm so scattered by this...Ugh!!!
Honestly, if you are looking to go into the R line (mirrorless) - I had more fun using the R7 than my R6 (full frame) and would consider the R7 over the 80/90D. Rent it out and perhaps adapt your current lenses and see how you feel with it! I mentioned this in a earlier video of mine, if I had to have Canon again. It would be the R7.
Same story man. Had the xt4 and moved to sony coz i cant stand the autofocus. Now i want to go back to fuji coz i miss the fun factor and the film simulations 😅
Yeah, it's something we overlook. It's about what you can tolerate working around but also, how much do you need AF? Is it for professional work? Or is what you're specifically shooting can handle some error of missed focus?
Best of luck on which fits best for you, friend!
Been riding with my olympus omdm10 mk 3 and vintage pentax lenses to learn photography and i love this camera and im happy.
I want to get my hands on some Pentax lenses someday! I know I'll have fun with them. Thanks for watching, cheers.
I think there is no one solution here, I have been back and forth between Full frame and APS-C - and both have their places, and I don't think its possible to generalise, as there is a difference, though, one should pick a system that works for their requirement/need.
Of course! Which ever suits your needs best. I just wanted to tell people who have smaller systems i.e Crop or Mft; if they’re happy with it there’s no need to move over
Biggest advantage of FF is vintage glass. Nothing replaces proper mechanical focus. They also look awesome, especially for video, where softer, darker corners get cropped out.
There is just an infinite array of them (way bigger than E-mount), just buy an adapter for the body and it becomes independent of the camera system.
It will work just as well on Canon, Leica Nikon, Panasonic, Sigma, Sony.
Not only that, it will continue to work on Cinema cameras as well, no wonder values seem to be slowly but steadily rising.
While it works on crop sensors as well, it's just not quite the same. At least Sony has an upgrade path, but the Fuji system is locked in.
Not sure what's up with all the gripe with the RF mount, I get why people dislike it, but they also fail to point out all the advantages.
For instance, they have given it a lot of thought to have as many L zooms as possible with optical IS, silent focusing, controlled focus breathing, good parfocal and other types of corrections. Having that tightly working system can be much more useful than having a ton more, but much more limited in that regard.
And yes, EF lenses shouldn't be overlooked either, when they also work very well.
I've got to shoot with L glass and those really do perform well. I do know my comments with EF mount but it is true that there is a whole catalog of lenses to adapt with EF and perhaps I may adapt some one day thru my Fuji (Likely older).
I just prefer not adapting for work if possible, since an adapter could be a point of failure in professional work. I'd rather have direct contact.
Lots of great points to stay on Full-frame. Who's not to say I may need it in the future.. but it will likely be in the family in which I am more dedicated in their lens lineup.
Thank you for watching, cheers.
All sensor sizes have pros/cons. It’s a tradeoff between cost vs size | speed | IQ. Company marketing and the influencer economy push towards new(er), fast(er), and “better.” It’s up to the individual to decide what is needed.
The biggest mistake most buyers make is that what is good for “work” is rarely what is good for leisure. Most working professionals have a different camera and even brand for their personal use vs what they use for work.
Very true! I think many make the mistake of trying to find the “perfect” all in one; Instead, I think many eventually get the “workhorse” and then the leisure for our fun camera- separate from our jobs.
Moral of the story: Don't go with Canon. This is coming from a Canon user.
To each their own haha
I really like the apsc balance when paired with a good lens. But o got the S5 for some works.
Lumix has been on the rise lately. Love what they’ve been up to.
I had the S5 and the S5 ii. The S5 is the camera that I reach for a lot of times.
@@BigcookfilmsI've got to used the S5 II a few times from fellow shooters. Has lots of great features that make you in control of the tool.
I really can’t afford a Full frame camera so I just stick to my APSC system camera. Initially I bought the a6500 then the ZVE10 and recently a6700. Nowadays the APSC system lenses are getting smaller and lighter and it’s very convenient to do run and gun video shooting. I usually carry two cameras on me one with ultra wide angle lens and the other with either a prime or zoom lens depending on shooting situation needed. I just hate to carry heavy gears it’s so tiresome. I love all three of these cameras and used them alternately for my everyday photography and videography, is fun and enjoyable! Because it’s compact and lightweight, fits in my everyday carrying bag and goes everywhere with me!
Carrying two at the same time is something I do as well at times; there are situations where I find keeping lenses on one particular body fares better than lens swapping for scenarios where time is key.
The a6700 I feel like is a great hybrid in the aspc line up.
Thanks for the comment!
There are small lenses for full frame as well. I moved from Fuji to Sony and my setup is smaller then before but with much higher IQ, especially high ISO and low light improved a lot. With Fuji XT5 I often had a lot of noise even in relatively low ISO settings and I was quite disappointed with the overall image result compared to XT3 for example. Also all new 1.4 Fuji primes are quite big and I had to add an hand grip to not have finger pain holding the camera after a while.
Sony definitely has an higher IQ, while Fuji does render more so softly. And the ergonomics on the XT line aren't that great, I'd say it's definitely more for the aesthetic and functions it's body offers while shooting. Do you primary shoot photo or video? And which Sony did you move to?
@@BrandonSoum I shoot only photos and I moved to A7RV with Voigtlander VM lenses with Techart adapter, APO Lanthar and some Sigma Contemporary
Couldnt you have both cameras?? Each job might require a different tool. I mean, you can have your favorite, but just like artist with a paint brush, they arent all the same, and each one is for a different purpose.
I could! But for finance purposes I had to let go of one of my brushes... I am honing on more so on the Video side and it feels good trying to master this craft instead of juggling both for now.
great message , 100% agree . subscribed today , cheers .
Hope you continue to tune in, thanks!
@@BrandonSoum Great reply , yep sure hope to.cheers
A camera is a tool. Every project needs a different camera body if you are a professional photographer.
Best camera for the owner is the one that can help you monetize your work.
If you are hobbyst then doesn't matter AT ALL what you pick up. Just test every sensor and pick up what you like more.
If I had unlimited amount of money to the end of my life, I'd never pick up a full-frame sensor.
But if the point is to monetize the work, full-frame all day.
I can agree. If it were up to me I wouldn’t pick up FF as a daily for my self- but there are times where it is called for and required.
Thanks for watching.
The only advantage i see is strictly for photography in less than ideal light situations and cropping which is actually very important to me. I could never buy another apsc camera although the little a6000 still sees use light permitting. Handling and joy of use is an important factor for personal use though
I forgot to point this out. FF is fantastic for professional photography. I used to do Wedding Photo but can say that I would offer those services anymore (in my current kit) rather rent or use others for event photos, where light is limited and kit with flash. Agreed.
Great Video! I love my a7IV. I invested in Sony since the a7i and I have not been disappointed. I do really enjoy shooting Fuji though. I have not shot with a more inspirational brand, it just makes you want to shoot.
If I find myself ever peering into the pro photo space again, I will likely grab an A7IV to pair with my FX30.
What's the cool thing about Fuji is pretty much every single line they have; there are tactile feelings but I found the XT to be my favorite.
@@BrandonSoum yeah, I had the XT-4 it was pretty cool. Especially the small lens options.
I went from a 90D to a Aplha 7CII...can't say it was a major jump ahead 🤷♂️
What was your main reasons for the A7C II?
@BrandonSoum basically full frame sensor 33mp is about same as 90D...downsampled 7k to 4k video..better focus... I had thought about the CR with 61mp but I'm still on the fence if 61mp is way too much lol
When I was making my full frame jump, I was also comparing the A7iv and the R6ii I actually think the R6ii is the technically superior camera, the faster sensor readout gives it a few advantages over the A7iv, but I ended up going with the A7iv for pretty much one reason - native lens selection. So far I have been very impressed with the A7iv, it's a great camera. Fast forward a few months and I'm looking for a secondary camera, something smaller and less expensive to casual carry. The A6700 would have made perfect sense but I ended up going with the Fuji X-S20, it's a great little camera.
Sure, there are some points to choose over the A7iv but yes, native lenses were just a must for me (esp for weight, technical issues, etc).
I’m glad to hear you’re well with your decision.
I’ve also heard many Good things about the XS20! I was thinking I should of got it for open gate video as well.
@@BrandonSoum The X-S20 is a great little camera, I actually prefer it for shooting video now. I haven't used the 6.2k open gate but I do a fair bit of 4K and 1080 @ 240p. For casual photography I am picking up the Fuji more often now, for more pro stuff and paid gigs I grab my A7iv
Bro just get to it. I have six units, they all have a purpose, stop crying.
Not everyone can afford multiple cameras or even want to manage multiple cameras especially if you don't like clutter or things not in use.
Keep in mind, this is just a video to expand his income streams. If you're a creator, you too, should start regardless of how much or how well off you are. Everyone has a unique perspective.
Good video Pal,....good luck...almost on the same boat....stuck with canon...and I don't like it....
What do you not like about them? If it is alright to elaborate?
Thanks for watching! Could you elaborate on why?