Shooting 50mm on the Island of Gozo
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I made this quick video while visiting friends on the Island of Gozo (Malta) recently.
I am prone to taking too much gear on trips, but this time, seeing as this was supposed to be time to relax, I thought I would just take my Canon 5DmkII and a Sigma 50mm prime.
Taking one focal length forces you to think more, and move more, in order to get the shots you want... and of course means a lighter bag, and grateful back muscles. Limiting yourself with one focal length for a trip forces you to think more creatively to compensate (zooms can make us lazy). Your legs have to become your zoom with a prime lens. If you want to exercise your photographic eye, this is often a good challenge to give yourself.
I also offer some thoughts on not needing the very latest gear in order to get good shots, and reasons why the Canon 5DmkII is still good enough for me.
I've included some of the shots I got, including some of the Good Friday procession in Rabat.
Video was shot on a Canon 80D with a 24mm f2.8 pancake lens. I used the Zhiyun Crane for the stabilized shots, and a GoPro Hero 5 for the shots mounted on the camera.
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You're the kind of person I just want to have a coffee and chat with. Great content as always
NUuDL121 i agree whole heartedly with you. He is so unassuming and non assertive as a photographer.
Get a room you two
Mate! I've seen others say it before on here; your style of content is so refreshing to see on UA-cam in the field of photography videos that give advice. So many popular photography channels are extremely fast paced and absolutely bombard me with words, which is often great, but your relaxed and informative style is what I much prefer. Thanks for the great content you put out - it helps me out a lot and always gets me thinking!
Lots of people 'take' photos. A few photographers have learned the value of giving them away again and have grown positive communities and spaces around them as a result. I have just found one of them. Hope you are getting something back from your generosity, Sean.
I once told a friend who was about to go to our local camera store to get the Leica Q: "instead of spending 4800€, just get a decent used camera for 800€, another great lens for 1000€ and travel for 3000€. That's how he got a good job as a photojournalist, cause he was finally able to create an international portfolio in Africa and Southeast Asia. Otherwise he would end up having a Leica Q but not even enough money for a short bus trip to the city and back
+M JP good advice
Really great and I can only agree on the 5Dm2 - I went to the US for 40 days with a 5Dm2 after my 5Dm3 got stolen and I honestly can't see any difference in my pictures. Those old FF bodys work like a charm and produce crisp pictures if you use good glass :)
thanks for sharing mate
Well, I think Malta and Gozo is much underrated. Lovely People and Great landscape.
Thank you that you pulled out some of my memories! :)
This is so refreshing to hear as new cameras are being announced every 6 months. I get so many "what should I get?" questions. Honestly...it's not about the gear. Thanks!
Just want to say that I love your channel and the values it stands for. It's always cures my gear acquisition syndrome and inspires me to focus the real soul of photography.
Thank you for this. I've been a professional photographer in France for the past 25 years. I've done 90% of my pictures with a 50mm on a DSLR or equivalent on the Hasselblad. What you describe is essential.
+byebyebeano that's great to hear:)
Just found your channel and it quickly became my new favorite photography UA-cam channel. Thank you and keep up the good work!
Honestly a genuine advice while UA-camrs keep selling gears. Wish I watched before buying.
Great video, I use a canon AE-1 35mm with a 50mm prime($35.00 US at a thrift store). its my go to camera. I also have a Nikon D5300($900.00 US) that I rarely use.
This vid is 3 years young and still it teaches me that gear is not everything. You may have the latest, most expensive camera or lens but if you dont know how to take good pics, it's still a waste of money.
You are a really wise person. It is a pleasure to pay attention to your content. Thanks for sharing.
Well said. Some of my favourite images were taken when walking through woodland with one camera, one lens and a shoulder strap. It forces you to work harder but it's liberating in terms of creativity and movement. Less weight is always a bonus :)
Some sensible advice if you look out you will also get good second hand lenses at a reasonable price
I own a Sony A7II, and a Zeiss 35mm 2.8. Just sold my 28-70 kit lens. I'm telling you, that small body, with the insanely small 35mm lens, i can go anywhere. The lens and body weighs less than 700 grams, and produces sharp, good images. It's honestly all I need at this point. If you like that combination, and can afford it, I would say that's the way to go, especially for travelling.
beautiful photography. inspired to shoot 50mm again.
Just discovered your channel...really inspiring content!!! I live in Gozo and sometimes I forget about its beauty...I know Malta as a location is fairly limited compared to other countries but I need to get out more with my camera and stop complaining that we don't have nothing to shoot in this small island...I do agree with you about using one single focal length and focus more about making the picture!
Completely true about the gears! I am still shooting on Nikon D700, still excellent for portraits, still good for sports and I am using it for landscape as well, thanks to the Ptgui, I am able to produce >50mpx landscape pictures. And - it's built like a tank.
Lukáš Kryške I have a D700 too, bought one last year and I am absolutely in love with it, it is so reliable and well built. Feels great in the hands. I was thinking about getting a d750 for an upcoming trip later this year but your point about stitching is great, that way we can get any MP count we want with our 12MP lady.
Hi Shaun,
I settled on a 5D Mark2 instead of a 6D. I felt that it gave me what I want as a Photographer and was affordable. I am also shooting now with two EOS 3 Film Cameras - to remind myself what shooting various film stocks look like. Because that look is what I want to incorporate into my digital work. For a $600 investment I have two cameras that are compatable with all of my lenses and I think they meter and phocus better than my Digital SLR's. So much fun to shoot with.
Nice. I just got an EOS500 to play with film again too. Enjoying it.
Thank you for sharing this Mr. Tucker
Totally agree. Last year I went through the same experience. I went out with one camera (fujifilm XT10) and one lens (14mm) during a trip to Northern Pakistan. I regretted initially but started improvising as I had no other option. My favorite image from the trip came as a result of that endeavor.
My daily shooter is a rangefinder with a 50 mm, covers 60% of my prof. work. And Sean is right: you don't need the latest gear to shoot great pics! Just have the gear, you feel comfortable with.
Brilliant, I love shooting any genre of photography with a 50mm. Thanks for sharing as always. You create some very powerful images.
Just found your channel and it's spectacular. I see too many technical tests, dxo scores and obsession with gear. Seems that very little take pictures with cameras at all. I think I was taken with all that as well. Because of that it's really fascinating to see content on the thing that actually matters: photography itself. Thank you!
+Kristis Balčiūnas thanks mate:)
I grabbed my camera and this lens and on my trip to go shoot I looked up videos and came across this one. I'm forcing myself to do the same thing right now and it's uncomfortable but I'm really glad I did and I'm really glad you're sharing the same experience
I've never seen a inspirational photography video like this before, that's kinda cool!
Thank you Sir for sharing your photography!
I absolutely agree. I'm a full-time commercial photographer, mostly using Canon for the past 10 years. Along with a 6D, I still use a 5D mkii, and it has well over 200,000 shutter actuations. I recently incorporated a Fuji X-T2, and I often go out with just my 35mm f/2 (50mm equivalent). Keep up the good work - cheers!
great work
Another excellent video. I used to shoot street with a Nikon D3 and a 24-70mm lens. Now I shoot with a Fuji X100T and find that I can focus more on the subject than worry about my settings. I highly recommend a dedicated fixed lens to any photographer.
How come your 10 years old body looks cleaner than my 2.5 years old?
Because I 'baby' my gear:)
After using a 70D for a couple of years I had the opportunity to buy a 5D Mark II for dirt cheap. The only problem I had after is I didn't own any full frame lenses other than the fantastic plastic 50mm 1.8. For the past couple of months that has been the only lens I've used paired with my Mark II. Being limited has forced me to be more creative and find new solutions. I'll rent if I have to but so far no need. I've done photo sessions to TV commercials just using that setup.
Thanks for keeping it real. It's good to note that it's not the latest camera what makes a great photo.
As always a great video, I have a Zorki 4K that only has a 50mm lens and I love using it as it makes me work to get the shot.
A Zorki 4K was my very 1st 35mm film camera. I loved it.
Doing just this in 2019. Thanks. Got a used 5D2 and sigma coming in the mail.
This video is one of my favorite of yours so far for probably two reasons :
- the quality of the content. Technically and aesthetically.
- your personality. You are an exemple of the human being I’d like to see in greater number on this planet.
Thank you.
@NUuDL121 said what I wanted to say. Loved your video. Loved your perspective, (no pun intended). Very meaningful content for many, many photographers. Thank you.
Sean, Another nice video and good advice on the used 5D2 bodies. Its exactly what I advised someone recently. They were looking to spend >£1k on an APS-C body.
Just subbed! Really appreciate the way you share content and avoid the technical part of photography. This allowed me to become creative and not limit myself with the few gears I have. Just one question though, for Nikon's aps-c bodies, If I have a 35mm prime, is that going to be equivalent to a 50mm? Would appreciate any response. Thanks again.
Yup, that will give you close 50mm.
Great! Thanks for confirming! Looking forward to more of your contents soon. Will definitely share your channel to my friends.
I usually shot landscapes and animals, or people if I get the chance. And after two years carrying three prime lenses with me, I decided to buy a 16-70mm lens. I prefer prime lenses because you can't be lazy and just zoom in, but after years of shooting I only use 16,24,35 and the 50mm range automatically.
I rarely use other lenses anymore...Beautiful video btw. This whole discussion about gear and shooting with the basics always deserves a video !
Nice shots. 50 mm is my favorit, but on my long trips thru Europe, I also carry a 24 and 85 mm. I've used this combo the last 45 years as for my prime gear for press photography. Currently Lumix GX8 body....
I always wanted to visit Malta and Gozo, but with the Azure Window gone, I'm not sure now. I'm using 35mm now on my travel to take in more scenery. Again, great video, and photoes.
Definitely visit. It's a beautiful place. Photos taken at the window tended to look like each other anyway, and ended up being very repetitive. Challenge yourself to go and shoot the things which people don't usually focus on. It helped that I was staying with locals who could take me to spots where there are less tourists as well.
I will. Thanks for the advice.
I have a 50mm 1.8D and a Nikon D7100. I have used that lens since 2013 and almost never take it off my camera. Even though I have some other lenses this is the one I feel the most comfortable with. About three weeks ago my uncle lent me his 14mm. I have tried to use it but I've only got two images that I like taken with that lens.
As you mentioned it in the video, 50mm has its limitations but once you get used to it, it's hard to put it down.
Thanks Sean....good video.
While I wholeheartedly agree with the idea of limiting oneself and not needing to buy a new camera (because image quality has been ridiculously good for 10+ years now), I find loads of reasons to splurge...
1) I shoot weddings -> Want the best autofocus available
2) I like shooting in low light -> Want full frame
3) I love small cameras -> bought an A7C
4) Find myself a bit frustrated with the EVF -> Want to upgrade to a newer model
5) Like the flexibility of using crop mode (since I don’t even own a zoom lens) -> Want the A7CR
...but that’s just far beyond what I can justify spending. And the other day, I looked at my old a6300, thinking that it too is an incredible camera. Not perfect, and sadly a bit lacking for some of the things I do, but oh so close to everything I could ever want in a camera.
Great advice. Great video...
I limit myself on trips and holidays with my Canon 700D and Canon EF-S 24mm f/2.8 STM lens. It`s easy to carry and very sharp.
Hi Sean, I hang out for your next videos. I love your content. Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the 50mm focal length. I recently purchased the 50mm f2.0 WR for my Fuji XT1 and I love it. I completely forgot about the fact I can stitch portrait photos together for landscapes so will need to look into applying this technique. Perhaps you can make a video on how you do it one day. Keep up the fantastic videos.
I use a Ricoh GR these days, I use a 5dmk2 for portraits but the Ricoh is perfect for me walking the streets and travelling .
A great video once again. I just love your work and I feel like I am glad that I found your videos.
Thanks Sir, Sean Tucker.
I wish you could put on links to the books and photographers in the description box below so that we could as well refer to that.
Thanks once again.
Great video like all you made. I believe that we can take nice shots even with an old camera. I have a Mark II and almost after 7 years I bought the new Mark IV, I believe you have tried it as well, I find a huge upgrade on the new camera compared with my old Mark II (which I still have and don't sell), but agree that in some cases it makes almost no diference. Keep giving us simple and good videos but never do it as an obligation because that's what makes people genuine.
I got a Nikon D50 DSLR from 2005, they cost under $50 on Ebay used now. And bought a 50mm Nikon Lens for $45 dollars. Until it breaks, I will not have a need to upgrade. The freedom I feel and creativity are priceless!
Love the video! I'm living away for 6 month now and didn't want to move all my camera stuff, so I only took my 5D Mk II and the 35mm 1.4 with me, love it! Everything I need.
Not sure why this popped up on my feed only yesterday, but love it. Love to see places I’ve been, with the expert eye of a photographer, amazing way to remember. And actually we just put up today in the house some pics from the Malta holiday, so it’s a weird full circle!
I dig your photo-philosophy.
I'm not just a camera guy, but also a watch guy ... so please tell me, WHAT WATCH IS THIS ? :D
+Atila Gn. Ha ha:) it's the Withings Steel HR
Sean Tucker thank you very much :)
I am so motivated by this video
As always, beautiful images.
You reminded me of the iconic Jane Bown who only bought used Olympus film cameras and 50mm primes--except that she carried them in wicker shopping bags.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, your photos and your art, Mr Tucker.
Once again I have have truly enjoyed every second of your content in this video. You are a rarity in UA-cam Camera Land. You unlike many others have an ability to seem genuine. As I am sure you are aware that is a unique thing today. Looking forward to watching your next upload! Best wishes from Canada's West Coast...
woah so inspiring mate
Really cool videos... and also the pep talks... very grounded. Nice images at the end. Very touching and real.
So happy I came across your channel, great photography and videography, really inspiring how you talk about photography, seeing your work motivates me to keep going out there to capture the world with my camera, thank you for that!
Looking for some advice, if anyone would be so kind?
I currently use the Canon 70D which uses a cropped sensor and I've been thinking for a while now about upgrading to a full frame Canon, but I'm on a tight budget. However, the 5d MkII mentioned in this video is more obtainable to me at the moment at around £500 second hand.
My question is, would it be worth changing my 70D for the 5d MkII to make the jump from a cropped sensor to a full frame or would I see less quality, detail etc.
I understand this may be a silly question, but I'm learning. Thanks in advance.
Your video always motivates me and because of such videos I get more done! I am improving my photography skills because of inspiration that gravitates from your videos. I can relate more with emotions behind your stories as I am also a big time introvert which keeps me from being part of our local photographer's community but when I watch your videos I feel like, "I Don't need to be more social and interactive to be more skillful , I can be my own company". This feeling kicks my passion and allow me to overcome any emotional and creative block. Thank you once again for such meaningful content!
Sean your comment about being unable to work out whether a photo was captured with a 5dmk2 vs 5dmk4 is totally acceptable. I have actually tested people with 5 photos I claimed were all shot with different cameras. So many guesses and at the end of the day they were all shot with my 5dmk2. LOL, how many claimed they were shot using a sony a7iii. I am a 1dx and 5dmk2 user, I wont replace either of these cameras as they both serve me well in my commercial work. I think far too many users get stuck in the upgrade circle due to manufacturers luring them with their new cameras. Too many people dont learn to master what they have to begin with. Great video, subbed.
Excellent video, Sean. This is exactly where I'm at, only with a 35mm. It's been liberating.
I can’t remember how I got here but I’m so glad I did.
Would like to see you using de Canon 20D.. I'm a beginning photographer and bought one myself to build on this body
love every single video!! i literally get goosebumps watching. so inspirational and true. its nice to see someone down to earth :)
You make too much sense. My opinion is different age digital bodies are like choosing TMAX vs TRI-X. I bought a pair of A7ii bodies on closeout. Have yet to really need 4K video but have my iPhone.
You are absolutely right. I use a nikon D700 I bought for 450 euro second hand and I love it! Done several mariages with it and looks great!
To do effort in creativity over limitations, to do more dynamic movement in a such beautiful landscape and places where we are, well. I am so blessed for having my two normal legs, and two eyes and two hands. And this huge universe, is love being caught by runs. Very warm idea to remember, Mr. Hug from Indonesia fan 😄😄😄
Very nice Sean. I really like your approach concerning motivation, photography and gear ;) Your videos are great btw. Very nice composition of video and music.
As always excellent video and even better photographs!! Love your work! Thanks for the time you keep dedicating to us!!
Stunning pictures, and Great Advice, such a Great channel to follow, as it's Differant from all the rest!..
That's exactly what I do: One trip, one camera and one 50mm lens. Thanks for your confirmation.
Thought I would follow you for a while, I been making images for 50+ years with old glass and camera bodies with fairly good results. Don't pass up the chance to make a fine image!
Simple kit, stunning images. And you are right, if you hadn't mentioned it, i wouldn't know what you had taken them on. I use a few simple film cameras and a 50mm prime (35mm if i use my Nikon). If i need to zoom in or out, i use my feet :)
Another great video, Sean.
Awesome video!! :)
Totally agree, Sean. The first lens I ever bought was a 50mm/1.4. It taught me the rules of composition like no one other lens could have. It’s my favourite focal length too.
Just bought a 50mm and I already know I'm going to take some of my more confident shots with it.
Great tips, I photographed Gozo 30 years ago with a 50mm lens, it was the only lens I had. lolThanks for sharing your thoughts.
I was forced years ago because of a neck.arm problem to "gear down"and this video really hits home as I use a Canon 6D and a 50 1.4 and move my feet.You will not believe how you can work doing this...Just go shoot and deal with what's in front of you.This was a good video.Take it to heart.
Hey Sean, another wonderful video and stunning photographs.
And to back up what you were saying, which I'm sure you'll agree,
It isn't the camera which takes photographs, it's the photographer.
Thank you again for sharing your work, words and wisdom with us all.
Bless you.
Tony
2 years ago I went to Azores with 2 cameras. A Sony a6000 with a zoom lens and a Fujifilm X100s. I took 3x more photos with the x100s. The x100s has a fixed 23mm 2.0 lens, and the camera is a joy to use. It looks vintage so it does attract attention but not in a bad way. Sometimes having a fixed focal lens makes you free of having to decide witch lens to use or witch focal length. You have one. And you have to zoom with your legs. I learned to appreciate that being limited is sometimes not a prison but a way to free your creativity. Great video. Cheers
you should have announced that. I live in Malta :) I would have invited you for an archery session :)
Oh no! I've been thinking about taking up archery. Next time for sure! Have some loose plans to come back sometime.
great! then let me know :) you are one of my fav inspirational photographers here on youtube
Have shooting with ricoh changed your opinion about 50mm focal lenght?
Sean and everyone who wants to answer to this question: have you ever been "afraid" of using a single lens during a trip? I'm in your same position: big and heavy backpack that I don't want to take with me any more. But the idea of a single lens, during a trip, is make me crazy!
Really well said. I have the 5Dm2 and committed myself to only shooting on a 35mm lens for the next year, and resist upgrading the camera body for as long as possible. It's shifted my focus from gear concerns to composition and creativity. Thanks, Sean.
great pictures!
Good tutorial and images...my nifty 50mm 1.8 D on my Nikon D750 is a great all-around travel lens!
awesome video. I don't have the money and this helped out a lot.
Thanks for this. I'm just starting to get back in to photography & planned a trip to Egypt in about a month-I only have the 50mm prime lens because that's all I could afford, and I've felt heartsick at the thought that I might be taking the wrong lens for travelling, but I just can't afford it. Your advice made me feel much more at ease, so thank you!
Hey Sean! I am a beginning photographer and I am struggling to get a shot like in 5:19... How do you get the sky so blue but still have those sunbursts?... And almost no lensflares? Is it bracketing or something in the settings? Also shooting with the sigma 50mm art lens with a nikon d500
I'm watching your UA-cam videos to improve my photography skills, but if I'm being completely honest, your videos are also some sort of meditation for me :) your videos are so calm, I'd have to watch them even if I weren't interested in photography.
Best advise in terms of camera gear compared to the other photography channels I'm following. I agree, it's not always about the latest and most expensive gear. It's more about the art and capturing the perfect shot!!!... #inspired #insightful #motivating #determined #to #improve
well, look at Daido Moriyama--he uses nothing but point and shoots--I think he has used a Ricoh GR2 among other cameras of that ilk.
4:32 This comment is just a flag for me to come back when life pushes me so far that I forget how import this message really is. Thanks.
"... force yourself to be creative and compensate by getting the shot by moving the composition around and limit yourself to spite that creativity ..."
Just wanted to say that your videos are not only informative, they're very inspirational as well. Keep up the great work. Cheers!
I'm still using my Canon 500d, the only dslr I have that I started with 5yrs ago and that I bought second hand at that. No money for an upgrade so that's how it will stay for the foreseeable.