My 2 New Cameras... You'll Never Guess

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  • Of all the cameras out there, you'll never guess which two I got.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 860

  • @DanielKuhne1976
    @DanielKuhne1976 4 роки тому +60

    Wise words. Most people never reach that point of realization in their life. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

  • @JamesonsTravels
    @JamesonsTravels 4 роки тому +83

    Love your videos. Practical camera talk without the BS. I am in a similar boat meaning I am enjoying the journey with photography.

    • @MarkusPix
      @MarkusPix  4 роки тому +2

      Thanks J, I'm honored

    • @devinbrown4593
      @devinbrown4593 4 роки тому

      What do you shoot? Love your channel btw

    • @film_insider
      @film_insider 4 роки тому

      Hoorah

    • @fightsandfinance7570
      @fightsandfinance7570 3 роки тому

      Hey bud, I want to buy a camera for live streaming and vlogging and something that's really good all around. I was first thinking if I should get a camcorder or if I should get a mirrorless camera. I want the video to be really good quality and I also wanted to take very good pictures and just be something ultimately the best bang for the buck. I looked at your Panasonic g100 videos but then also looked at some other videos and got a lot of negative news regarding it and saw a lot of people saying the g85 or g95 is a better option and that the g100 doesn't have ibis. I personally don't like the Sony Zv1 because it's just not wide enough in terms of the lens and the lenses are not interchangeable and it's not a mirrorless camera. So I was wondering what your input would be since your experienced in this field. Thanks!

    • @Mystninja
      @Mystninja 3 роки тому

      I miss flim. And the smell of a Dark Room. I mean JT what are you doing here.

  • @dalerobinson8456
    @dalerobinson8456 4 роки тому +26

    Stay strong Markus, you have really helped Kasey over at Camera Conspiracies, just keep passing it on to deserving folks.

  • @peter56387
    @peter56387 4 роки тому +18

    "Now that i can have anything i want i dont need them anymore." viscerally enlightening

  • @likim5884
    @likim5884 4 роки тому +10

    Hi, I can understand your feelings. As a hobbyist photographer for 10 years now, I also reach that point of... asking myself questions about photography and gears acquirements. I think my real pleasure I genuinly have is when people are amazed by the pictures i take without knowing whom the photographer is. You are one of my preferred photographer and youtuber. Not only because of your art, but because you have a big heart. 👍

  • @panzerschreckpete
    @panzerschreckpete 4 роки тому +18

    This was incredibly uplifting and helpful at a time when i'm rebuilding my life. Thank you.

  • @TheDIYFilmmaker
    @TheDIYFilmmaker 4 роки тому +20

    Hi Markus, you impacted me with this video and today I went back again: "Capture memories and do some art. That's what this is. This is art". "Just make the best with what you have". Powerful and beautiful message Markus! You're awesome!

  • @ogonzilla
    @ogonzilla 4 роки тому

    The simple things. Nice small cameras. Enjoy!

  • @videomasterclass
    @videomasterclass Рік тому

    Thank you MARKUS, YOUR VIDEOS ARE ALL SUPER SPECIAL AND SO ARE YOU

  • @noxtrom
    @noxtrom 7 місяців тому

    Keep the joy going! Love that! Thanks for sharing with your viewers like me

  • @Tokyo_Views
    @Tokyo_Views 4 роки тому +1

    Now I just finished your video. Love your vision towards life. Someday I will be where you are and I am following my passion.

  • @harrismonnc
    @harrismonnc 4 роки тому

    I appreciate your videos and your generosity as well. Every video you are giving tangible and non tangible things away. Thanks

  • @harryburnett7086
    @harryburnett7086 4 роки тому

    Love your honesty and down to earth attitude

  • @guyjordan8201
    @guyjordan8201 4 роки тому

    Gratitude is gold. To be content at all times is peace.

  • @yopuivideo
    @yopuivideo 4 роки тому +1

    I wanted to thank you. At the start of Covid19 this was the only channel which did proper reviews of camcorders. Our school needed to start streaming 8 hours a day on a budget. I ended up with a 1080p Panasonic closely followed by the 4k version of these consumer level cameras. My lights were workshop lights but you know what. We got online and still are! Quite independently I had bought myself a Leica Dlux7 which is a Lumix Lx100II with Leica fairy dust sprinkled on it. Nice to see it is MarkusPix approved. Thanks again!

  • @jeannine22marie
    @jeannine22marie 4 роки тому +1

    Also to add another more important comment, I love you and Cara souls and all your messages always really touch my heart!!❤❤

  • @williambarco7144
    @williambarco7144 3 роки тому +4

    It's like having that one great friend you can count on.

  • @kenrickhadley4499
    @kenrickhadley4499 Рік тому

    Words to live by. Thanks Marcus.

  • @jukarnarius
    @jukarnarius 4 роки тому

    The ending of the video was actually very touchy... thank you...

  • @VBen-ye6ti
    @VBen-ye6ti 3 роки тому

    So happy to have discovered your channel. Enjoy watching your videos and love your personality. The way you share your introspective views felt very warm and close to heart.

  • @I_Am_Bone
    @I_Am_Bone 4 роки тому +1

    Good morning! Your videos showing the smaller, simpler ways of doing things are partly what put me back to a smaller camera, and back to Olympus where I first picked up the hobby. I used to chase after the bigger, better, full-frames, but once I really took a look at where that would blow my frugal nature out the window, I slowed right down. I can now carry everything I might need in a smaller bag that fits in the console of my truck. Keep up showing us the realities we should all be thankful for.

  • @oscararborist
    @oscararborist 4 роки тому +1

    Good words of gratitude and appreciation during this pandemic. Thanks, buddy! We're all lucky to have your videos.

  • @tsdelaney
    @tsdelaney 4 роки тому

    Very human. Very real. Thank you! You aren’t trying to hawk things, you’re asking is to focus on what we’ve got and improve that way. Great video!

  • @arthurrmcphee4885
    @arthurrmcphee4885 4 роки тому +2

    I get you completely! I love the little cameras nobody seems to talk about. Great results. Have a great day. Thanks for sharing Markus :)

  • @nmonye01
    @nmonye01 3 роки тому

    Your video are so oddly positive and motivating...you love of art is really clear to see. Thank you.

  • @krystianslusarek1619
    @krystianslusarek1619 Рік тому +1

    Hi Markus. I know that I am diginn out some old video but I want to thank you for this content. You know... I always want to take some "good shoot" but after some time I ask myself "what the hell is good picture" and I done this thank to You. I have old Canon 500D - sometime it was expensive (to me) camera and some JVC consumer camcorder and was never happy with quality. Thanks to you I changed my thinking of quality. I do not think anymore in category of resolution, lighting, bokeh or other technical stuff. Now the quality for me is a what the materials (and I shot for myslef only) is showing, what memories it keeps for me. And this makes me very happy.

  • @joshuasabala553
    @joshuasabala553 Рік тому

    Thank you for the humbling message. 🙏🏽❤️

  • @jerazi3936
    @jerazi3936 Рік тому

    Great toughts on little things - and on the art of taking pictures!

  • @rdspeedfab
    @rdspeedfab 3 роки тому

    Markus, you seem like a very genuine guy. Really enjoy getting to know you and learning from you. Cheers, buddy.

  • @peterguava
    @peterguava 3 роки тому

    This is a special Video Markus . you are not talking about cameras- You talking about live . Thank you for this one.

  • @stheth
    @stheth 4 роки тому

    You are so down to earth and there needs to be more people like you. Thank you.

  • @JeepXtreme4x4
    @JeepXtreme4x4 3 роки тому +1

    You are a breath of fresh air in this materialistic world we have built. Good for you. I needed to hear this.

  • @stevenreed407
    @stevenreed407 4 роки тому

    That video was over the top special!!! What you shared was so true on so many levels!!

  • @GlowofLife
    @GlowofLife 2 роки тому +3

    The LX100 is super versatile. It is meant for photographers.who appreciate manual controls. You are so right about not needing expensive equipment. I like the LX100 too because it allows high speed sync

  • @jwmav528
    @jwmav528 4 роки тому

    Your love of photography is so refreshing. I'm thinking about an LX10 or LX100 for a travel camera myself.

  • @WilsonSilverthorne
    @WilsonSilverthorne 4 роки тому +2

    Love your enthusiam for the hobby and being so different from other youtube photo channels. Thanks for sharing and keep up the great work.

  • @mikekuruwa1116
    @mikekuruwa1116 3 роки тому

    So true, so practical, so realistic, so down to earth! Thank you!!!

  • @VenomIIID
    @VenomIIID 4 роки тому

    Markus you are the joy of life. I love your mentality.

  • @comedychannels
    @comedychannels Рік тому

    Markus , I love it when you go off piste and talk about life and your experiences with your cameras and photography and travel ..... it's wonderful !

  • @kellyw7777
    @kellyw7777 3 роки тому +1

    Just seeing this video and it hit at the heart of what photography is about. Its the self expression and memories along a journey and not the tech marketed for profits. So thanks for putting it so simply.

  • @kevinsimpson5318
    @kevinsimpson5318 4 роки тому +1

    These are the reviews I like to watch. Honesty. Back in 1976 I owned a Ford Pinto. Thanks for posting MarkusPix. Cheers.

  • @NirnBootMod
    @NirnBootMod 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you, Markus. It helps.

  • @Bruno_Saucedo
    @Bruno_Saucedo 4 роки тому +9

    Hey man I’m just discovering your channel and I wanted to say I love your philosophy. We need more people like you. I look forward to seeing more videos!🐠

  • @johnyoung1606
    @johnyoung1606 4 роки тому

    I am a Photo addict (was a Pro for many years).... I watch a lot of YT photo videos.... But Yours is one of the "BEST" because You Really take photos (and Many are Great)!!!!!! As I get older I want and have smaller cameras for the same reasons You do... But I like to print a minimum of 20"x30" (bigger is better when it comes to photos) So even though I own smaller great cameras They get left at home when I travel or do a serious Photo shoot Full Frame camera give the best results for printing big (im sure a medium format would be even better (but im on a budget)) I am more of a Nikon person so I am waiting for them to catch up with the Sony AF capabilities,,, Have fun with the new Sony 7C.... You go thru a lot of work to make all of Your wonderful videos THANKS to YOU and CARA !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @SirTools
    @SirTools 4 роки тому +1

    Real heart to heart there Markus, all very good, its about the journey and sharing the memories, not the expensive life we have.

  • @GermanViking
    @GermanViking 4 роки тому +1

    Super cool conversation! One of favorite channels for sure!

    • @MarkusPix
      @MarkusPix  4 роки тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @ZoneTelevision
    @ZoneTelevision 4 роки тому

    Diggin the no nonsense approach to camera's. The LX100 is probably one of the best kept secrets. Would like to see a video on the Lumix FZ200/300. That camera broke the mold for bridge camera's. Your candor about "things" towards end was cathartic and appreciated.

  • @HenrikWilhelmsson
    @HenrikWilhelmsson 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks! Nice with someone not constantly reviewing the latest Canon or stuff like that.

  • @petegleeson1
    @petegleeson1 4 роки тому

    Thanks Markus made me smile as you usually do. Stay well. Pete

  • @TheWatchChannelAU
    @TheWatchChannelAU 4 роки тому +1

    I love your approach to photography.....not everyone can afford the latest and greatest, but some of the compacts you use are within the reach of most people. Your energy and non- pretentious approach inspire me to try new things and be comfortable about my photography without having all the best gear!

  • @jdmorris9165
    @jdmorris9165 3 роки тому

    Yes indeed. Feel the vibes.

  • @colettewall2939
    @colettewall2939 Рік тому

    Good for you !!!! Finally a down to earth kind of guy .

  • @dwdbruin
    @dwdbruin 3 роки тому

    Thank you for this video. I’m trying to make it in the video editing world as a new business and you’ve been a needed voice of reason and encouragement to me. I wish you well and hope you continue finding happiness and sharing your journey.

  • @andrewharris6347
    @andrewharris6347 4 роки тому

    I really enjoy what you do and how you love what you do ... keep posting your content please

  • @sergiorphoto6749
    @sergiorphoto6749 4 роки тому +5

    When i was a fool I use to want the biggest latest and greatest but could never afford it. Now I'm also into compact and don't care for latest stuff. Great video with great message! Stay humble.

  • @DeonMitton
    @DeonMitton 3 роки тому +2

    The concept of simplicity is so powerful - and really like that you point this out all the time, and that the best technology performance is not really needed to accomplish art! Thank you for sharing!

  • @pierrecastillo3021
    @pierrecastillo3021 Рік тому

    Thank you so much for sharing this Markus! God bless you more and more! I love your work! It flows from your heart! Greetings from the Philippines!

  • @consciouscoma85
    @consciouscoma85 3 роки тому +1

    i get it markus....be grateful for everything in life...

  • @Dragonwing007
    @Dragonwing007 4 роки тому

    Thanks for showing these cameras. Thanks for showing what you can do with them. Even more so, thanks for sharing the way you felt and being honest about your current philosophical outlook on life. I watched this at just the right time period talking with friends earlier about things that happened in our lives, along with what we want to do and projects we want to work on... And you nailed exactly what we were skirting around. Thanks.
    Cheers to you.
    ~Mike

  • @shelwee
    @shelwee 4 роки тому

    Take care bro...appreciate you being yourself. It means alot

  • @abbas1872
    @abbas1872 4 роки тому +4

    I remember the days when most people had a 35mm compact camera. They were used to quickly capture precious memories. no one cared about megapixels, dynamic range or professional this or professional that. It's great to see someone on UA-cam praising and using these little masterpieces of tech. About time people remembered that it is the content of the photo that is important not what it was taken with. Love this channel.

  • @wediditjoe
    @wediditjoe 4 роки тому +1

    Love how the light hits your hair at 6:54. I just bought a RX100 Mark I for 40€ and after fixing it I love it. I also bought a NX Mini after watching some of your videos in the past. Gotta love a small, sharp and discrete camera. I was tired of carrying my Canon DSLR around, and with this small form factor I'm able to just throw it in my chest bag and carry it around everywhere. I wish more manufacturers would start doing these types of cameras with APS-C sensors on them, but for now, the 1 inch sensor ones are good enough for me! Great video as always Markus, keep it up!

  • @IslandFilmMaker
    @IslandFilmMaker 4 роки тому

    Agreed... creating, sharing, enjoying the simple things, and having fun! That's what's important! That's all there truly is!! Thx Markus

  • @oscarm4154
    @oscarm4154 4 роки тому

    It was actually super special. Thank you 🙏

  • @gabequezada2066
    @gabequezada2066 4 роки тому

    beautiful words...thank you

  • @coolterest
    @coolterest 4 роки тому

    Thank you, I feel more assured when I watch your amazing videos 🙏🏼👍🏼

  • @RonBilevich
    @RonBilevich 3 роки тому

    Dear Markus i really appreciate your channel and your personality. the fact that you are true to your values and not carried away by the herd, you are a real non conformist. Thank you for sharing your real thought

  • @edhiett
    @edhiett 3 роки тому

    Best photography video I've seen so far in 2021! Thank you, and Happy New year!

  • @GilbertTV
    @GilbertTV 4 роки тому +3

    I so can relate to what you say at the beginning.. love what you do Markus

  • @LaloFlores
    @LaloFlores 4 роки тому

    Recent subscriber here. I really like your philosophy about photography. Photography is art, cameras are just tools.

  • @KankukanAiki
    @KankukanAiki 4 роки тому

    I really admire you. Your words have touched me..so much. Why? Because it were real.. from the heart. You are not a fake youtuber as many of the youtubers out there. You are truly speaking with your heart. It moved me a lot. And I hope to watch many other videos of you because not only it makes me learn a lot of things but it makes me think and in these period it is so important to learn, think and become Man with a big M to start. Thank you for your videos!🙏🙏

  • @TheDIYFilmmaker
    @TheDIYFilmmaker 4 роки тому +25

    Hi Markus, I found you at the end a bit sad, are you feeling good? I really love your videos and your art. Stay safe!

    • @michaelhenecke
      @michaelhenecke 4 роки тому +1

      I got the same impression, maybe its the corona crap. I bet he is the type of person that likes to get out and socialize in person and theses days its hard to do that, and I could see how it could be hard on someone like that. piece and love stay strong Markus.

    • @nostalgia9256
      @nostalgia9256 3 роки тому +1

      He was not sad, he was just so calm and in the moment, you get in a simulor state after meditation

    • @TheDIYFilmmaker
      @TheDIYFilmmaker 3 роки тому

      @@nostalgia9256 Good one :)

    • @davidchapman6772
      @davidchapman6772 3 роки тому

      It seems to me that he got the revelation that joy from possessions/experiences is fleeting and that friendship and giving is what we’re made for.

  • @johnherzel718
    @johnherzel718 4 роки тому +3

    Love the prismatic hair lighting! And the LX100 too. Nobody else is emphasizing how liberating small cameras are. And how good the results are if you use them correctly 🙂

  • @WoodsmokeSelf-Reliance
    @WoodsmokeSelf-Reliance 2 роки тому

    No BS reality about the art of photography and videography. Thank you, Markus (and Cara.) You both make the world of photo/video creativity real and fun.

  • @petenicholson3255
    @petenicholson3255 10 місяців тому

    Your passion is great to listen too. It could be applied to anything and would create a positive outcome. Never lose that fire mate. I have certainly not had my photography mojo for a while but I have a tiny 10 year old Pentax on it's way to me next week, and I can't wait to get experimenting with that to get the hobby going strong again. Watching this really just enforced that feeling for me, so thank you very much.

  • @HoLeeChit11
    @HoLeeChit11 3 роки тому

    Just stumbled upon your channel.
    Humbleness is a beautiful thing.
    You’re a good man.
    Thank you.

  • @MartinBlasick
    @MartinBlasick 4 роки тому

    Especially pretty shot in this one. Always fun to see you.

  • @alkov1905
    @alkov1905 4 роки тому

    Be happy with what you have. Exactly.

  • @hammerli2011
    @hammerli2011 4 роки тому +3

    Markus. You are correct, your mindset is correct. The next few years will show you how much you are correct.
    Please be my mentor.
    Um abraço do Porto.

  • @HyperspeedMedia
    @HyperspeedMedia 4 роки тому

    Thank you for sharing your view on life.

  • @ProfessorRevell
    @ProfessorRevell 2 роки тому

    This is great. You are right, you are going the opposite way of many. I appreciate your enthusiasm for these powerful but simple cameras. I love the idea of the outside buttons for most adjustments. I might pick this Panasonic up now.

  • @garyadams5201
    @garyadams5201 Рік тому

    Great fun video! I agree with you, for me it's about joy and creating! Please keep the videos coming!

  • @AMDRADEONRUBY
    @AMDRADEONRUBY 4 роки тому

    Love your videos and love how your life is simple.

  • @victorfigueroa5666
    @victorfigueroa5666 4 роки тому

    I don't have a lot of stuff , but I have realized that stuff does not make you happy. Just enjoy the beauty in everything. Be happy with what you have and have Love.

  • @barneymovie1
    @barneymovie1 4 роки тому +6

    Small is beautiful. I have 60 years in the movie business and some clients need to see a big setup with a big camera. After the first setup I will take off all the stuff that makes the camera big use a reflector instead of lights. The talent is relaxed and we move fast.

    • @MarkusPix
      @MarkusPix  4 роки тому +1

      I did the same thing when I made my movie. We had the DP from Moonraker who was so so slow, I fired him and created my own camera unit that I personally took charge of and we started knocking off shots like clockwork

  • @jdandkylestock3482
    @jdandkylestock3482 4 роки тому

    You are so funny and so much fun to watch! I love your views on life! Please keep making amazing videos and sharing your wisdom with the world.

  • @sergeantcrow
    @sergeantcrow 4 роки тому

    Thanks to Markus I got a second hand little HD Panasonic camcorder.. Took it up wild Irish mountain wild camping.. I am impressed at everything about it... So light, click lens cover.. Tiny.. I then took up my DSR 570 (damn heavy but fun..) to try and I needed it's audio recording.. The Panasonic fits in the little pocket on the front of Sony Cam jacket.. I am delighted to have really used the big one to video Deer and Ravens..

  • @deiviuds
    @deiviuds 4 роки тому +4

    great video! and the lx100 is an awesome camera, have one is one of my goals, its not possible at the moment, but it's nice to see people still enjoying it!

  • @thebrazilianfilmacademy
    @thebrazilianfilmacademy 4 роки тому

    Thank you Markus. Thank you.

  • @mentaltrainingeich
    @mentaltrainingeich 6 місяців тому

    Thank you, Markus!

  • @jakudahsymba5453
    @jakudahsymba5453 4 роки тому

    One of the best photography channels, especially this video... You’re awesome!! I loved the simple statement of “it’s art”.. 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @lollyfitzsimmons3733
    @lollyfitzsimmons3733 4 роки тому +15

    You looked different today. It did not seem that you were as happy as usual. Maybe it is a misperception. I hope everything is going well. I will keep you in my prayers. Thanks for trying to cheer us up, I needed it today. Blessings for you!

    • @carcina27
      @carcina27 4 роки тому +1

      Yes I agree he seemed a little bit down today. Pray all is well

    • @insanejughead
      @insanejughead 4 роки тому +7

      He's doing well here, but he's lamenting the status quo that video and still photographers always push for the latest and greatest in camera gear.
      Very few youtubers push their followers to simply learn and have fun while doing so.
      He misses the artistry that goes into the world of photography.

    • @frankyvee1
      @frankyvee1 4 роки тому +3

      The last thing a person that is not feeling well wants to do is a UA-cam video.

    • @rafaeljimenez197
      @rafaeljimenez197 4 роки тому

      @@insanejughead not to be a party pooper but ... He only does gear videos and not artistry or techniques videos, how did you come to that conclussion?

    • @insanejughead
      @insanejughead 4 роки тому

      @Gap Nah, he's doing great.

  • @fenixtech1342
    @fenixtech1342 4 роки тому +1

    So refreshing to hear some sense being sprinkled into the camera community. It's all about practicality and it's completely unfeasible to shell out big $$$, as well as carry every new piece of tech around. The hype machine just rolls around and promotes the latest piece of gear, noone wants to hear about it 6 months later.
    I bought a Canon7D and 10 years later a Fuji XT3. I could have used 1000 cameras in between but I doubt my images would have been much different. It's not even about spending money buying/selling (or in Markus' case "acquiring" lol). It's just the headache of chasing something that doesn't exist. Everyone is much better off getting some capable setup and crafting their photography & post processing skills, that's literally 95% of it. The top end gear is the last 5% of the equation.
    Stay safe Markus, hope you doing well out there :)

    • @MarkusPix
      @MarkusPix  4 роки тому +1

      "The top end gear is the last 5% of the equation" says it all

  • @riharrds
    @riharrds 3 роки тому

    You're amazing! Thank you!

  • @mcmasterphoto
    @mcmasterphoto 3 роки тому

    You are one of the most inspiring people I know... Thanks Markus for posting these great videos!

  • @rickymaynard4880
    @rickymaynard4880 3 роки тому

    I too love your videos....humbling remarks from an accomplished person! Keep going with the photography tips and suggestions!

  • @ericesen7057
    @ericesen7057 3 роки тому

    People get bored of things, they need something new. You possibly already had that (most likely), so now you need something new, which translates into collecting things, keep you busy, motivated, brings a bit of spark to life, in your case, cameras. You achieved a lot in your life, which is amazing. I agree, one doesn't need the latest and greatest, me personally, of the same opinion (a Fujifilm mirrorless camera like x-s10 with a decent lens will do the trick for all types of photography). But people are different and manufacturers know it.

  • @edgarlg1433
    @edgarlg1433 4 роки тому

    We really appreciate you and your videos and the humbleness. Thanks for reminding me to enjoy the art of photography no matter the situation!

  • @imagenatura
    @imagenatura 4 роки тому +3

    Wait. Where are your affiliate links? Ads? I wanted a Squarespace ad! ...just kidding. This is why I love your channel! It's so rare on UA-cam to see someone not doing some overdone infomercial for the latest and greatest. This is my favorite channel!

  • @billyoung9538
    @billyoung9538 4 роки тому +1

    Very heartfelt video with good advice about being happy and doing the best with what one has. Money does not equate to happiness. Yes, it can get one stuff, and stuff can create the temporary illusion of happiness, but true happiness comes from the things one does that brings them joy. In this case it sound like the thing that brings you joy is taking good pictures with out all the bells and whistles others claim are needed, and to some degree also sharing that experience with the world to help others obtain a similar experience.