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  • čas přidán 14. 11. 2022
  • Some of us are camera gear junkies. This is why. Just trying to get that extra bit of quality, and enjoying the process with better usability. It's a constant search.
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Komentáře • 228

  • @cameraconspiracies
    @cameraconspiracies  Před rokem +16

    If you buy today's gear through my affiliate links, you'll lose money but gain regret.
    Panasonic GH6 amzn.to/3DdvjAb or USED amzn.to/3DfQwcr or bhpho.to/3LI6cc7 or USED bhpho.to/3U2ZrG7
    Olympus 12mm f2 amzn.to/3aiz1NS or USED amzn.to/3MaMDrO or bhpho.to/3utrUKK
    Leica 200mm f2.8 with 1.4x teleconverter amzn.to/3DhjPNb or USED amzn.to/3yYR4lW or bhpho.to/3AUogv4 or USED but no tele bhpho.to/3DhkkH3
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    • @jamesm5192
      @jamesm5192 Před rokem

      I bet you could borrow a Canon EF or RF 800 or 1200 mm lens for long enough to make an epic video... p1000 destroyer. Can you detect the flatness of plane-ets with it? Maybe

    • @jamesm5192
      @jamesm5192 Před rokem

      There are zero decent videos with them :( selfish owners

    • @bdssoaz
      @bdssoaz Před rokem +1

      Hey Kasey, what about using that excellent Leica 200mm prime on the Olympus and use the Topaz software for 120p or 240p, just for fun? Have you try that combo? Oly colors with Leica magic...who knows?
      Cheers from Portugal!

    • @fellowcitizen
      @fellowcitizen Před rokem

      1) Got a Special Olympians ad ;-)
      2) try the ART 105mm Macro with 2xTC/1.4TC on the S1R with latest fw punch-in

    • @cameraconspiracies
      @cameraconspiracies  Před rokem +1

      @@bdssoaz Already done that czcams.com/video/0Czz6y9urqU/video.html

  • @kapilesh14
    @kapilesh14 Před rokem +95

    This channel has become a kind of obsession for me because as an enthusiast Kasey goes through same thought processes and emotions as myself.

    • @eingilddeclaro6171
      @eingilddeclaro6171 Před rokem +6

      I feel the same man. First time ever that I’m anxiously waiting for this guy’s upload. What’s happening????

    • @dannyjonze
      @dannyjonze Před rokem +4

      Well, he parodies our pointless, ill-informed ever-needy, greedy desires for a 'perfect' camera when we already have a good one. But I still might change to panny boy even though it has worse autofocus.

    • @kapilesh14
      @kapilesh14 Před rokem +3

      @@dannyjonze yes, you got a point. It is pointless really. I too have two great camera and lenses but I am on a quest to find the most mind blowing next camera. This thirst is never ending. But one thing I can say that I am never this obsessed with any other electronics , gear or equipment.

    • @alfabravo80
      @alfabravo80 Před rokem +3

      I’m not even a videographer and I love Casey’s hilarious videos (and his commitment to good analysis).

    • @alfabravo80
      @alfabravo80 Před rokem

      @HoboGardenerBen I hear you. I’m thinking maybe just stop doing photography all together.

  • @ChrisGower
    @ChrisGower Před rokem +23

    I'm more into photography than video, but my back and forth deliberations have seen me go through the entire Fuji line-up since the X-T2 came out (in some cases buying the same camera back 2 or 3 times*), buying pretty much every prime in the system, then picking up the Sony A7RIV cheap, being won over by FF, selling all my Fuji stuff before selling the A7R IV and buying an A7C (I missed the smaller form factor of APS-C), then buying back an X-E4 with two pancake lenses and a GRIII to complement the Sony system... with about 15 film p&s on the side. I am fully aware I have problems. This channel feels like being part of a support group.
    *Cameras I've owned at least twice: GR III, GR IIIX, X-E4 (three times) and X100V

    • @bastian.michel
      @bastian.michel Před rokem +1

      Im heading towards that....
      So... Which is the perfect camera?

    • @ChrisGower
      @ChrisGower Před rokem +1

      @@bastian.michel Ha, much has changed in 2 months. I sold the a7C as the EVF was too small to enjoyably use for pro work, and the body is still a little big for *all* EDC/travel use. I now I have an X-E4 with 18f2 and 27f2.8 for every day and travel, and I have an A7RV for pro work and if I'm going somewhere I don't mind carrying bigger gear with me. There is no perfect camera!

    • @bastian.michel
      @bastian.michel Před rokem

      @@ChrisGower I also own the a7C and dont like it. But for other reasons. I mainly shoot video and the stabilization is crap. Half CZcams is raving about it for it videocapabilities. Nightmare stab and no 4k 60p. My 2017 Pan G9 had that... Maybe ill go back to mft....

    • @ChrisGower
      @ChrisGower Před rokem

      @@bastian.michel That is very true about the stabilization actually. I don't shoot video normally, but I spent time at home this Xmas and most of the family video I shot is pretty poor due me expecting the stabe to be far better than it actually is. My footage from last year's trip home with the Fuji X-S10 is so much better.

    • @gregausit
      @gregausit Před 2 měsíci

      They are not deliberations, that is bad OCD or ADHD changing like that, the camera is something to take photos with, the small differences in many devices and the ability to make unlimited changes in modern software show a focus on consuming, not photography. Pick a system and a lens or 3 and get on with it. If you have the money, buy whatever you like and use them all .

  • @PrainhaFilmes
    @PrainhaFilmes Před rokem +6

    I really love GH6. The best of both worlds. No tripod, no gimbals. With 2 lenses, you can make "everything" !

  • @TomRipley7350
    @TomRipley7350 Před rokem +7

    I’m always on the lookout for a new camera to put in a drawer.

  • @lanceevans1689
    @lanceevans1689 Před rokem +16

    Always an entertaining video, thank you! But...I've shot professionally for decades in Manhattan and through most of it, I only used a Canon camera or two with literally 3 EF lenses, a 28, 50 and 50-200 L zoom. And that was it, at least for 35mm gear (I also shot medium and large formats, so more gear for those specialties). Mostly, it's been an issue of finding the best (if not perfect) camera, and then training myself to fluidly work around its limitations.
    BTW, on the GH6 I find that while the AF is pretty decent, your use makes AF really hard. All those leaves and details, not easy. You might find that switching to static AFS, and using the rear "AF ON" button in back might work better. Or even better: Set your focal point at your HYPER-FOCAL DISTANCE, and it may not matter where the birds are in the zone, they will remain in decent focus. I've done this even with a Canon or Sony cams.

    • @gregausit
      @gregausit Před 2 měsíci +1

      Yeah, 2 bodies that are same or same mount are handy, one with 24-70 the other 70-200, otherwise one body, probably any body from Canon in last 15 years (or Nikon) and those 2 lenses and your set. The 24-70 will get the most use. Having what people think is the best camera wont improve your photography.

  • @ForrestWest
    @ForrestWest Před rokem +19

    I like how you're really just taking pictures but doing it in video format. The video has so little motion happening that it's basically just a photograph. One of these days you'll admit that you have become a wildlife photographer unwittingly.

    • @Big_Sierra
      @Big_Sierra Před rokem

      Slowing a video down to an actual still pace.. Caseh? 😁

    • @baza210
      @baza210 Před rokem +3

      little does he know that I'm watching these 600 fps Topaz videos on 2x speed

  • @BackusCreativeImaging
    @BackusCreativeImaging Před rokem +10

    5:56 - You're better off not using focus peaking when using the EVF. Turn it off and make sure your EVF diopter is adjusted to as good as it can get for your eyes. Judge focus by sharpness on the EVF. You'll increasingly get better results when manually focusing through the EVF on wildlife. I'm such a Panasonic fanboy that I've even used cameras "they" don't want you to know about, like the Panasonic HC-X2000. The camcorder division isn't Lumix but I wish they talked to each other because that camcorder has a feature that is way better than focus peaking. It's called "Detail" and it sharpens edges of what is in focus. It's way more accurate and less distracting. We don't have that on Lumix cameras but I've used the PL 100-400 for critter videos extensively on the GH5 II and turning off focus peaking helped me a lot when using the EVF for manual focusing which is the same mediocre resolution as the GH6. I recommend you try this technique. Been using Panasonic MFT cameras since 2014 :)

    • @Photovintageguy
      @Photovintageguy Před rokem +3

      Focus peaking works ok for larger areas far away. But if you want to focus on something smaller, it not that good. You could try turning the sensitivity way down close to zero, and possibly use it to get close. But I would still verify with your eyes after peaking says your close. If you have it high it puts a very large area in focus that really isn’t.

  • @Princeton_James
    @Princeton_James Před rokem +6

    Totally agree about the 9mm 1.7. Amazing lens. All of the PanLeicas are so good.

  • @matthewjamesmartin
    @matthewjamesmartin Před rokem +2

    Your videos are so entertaining and refreshing to watch. Keep it coming - don’t stop in your quest, good sir!

  • @Spitzfire
    @Spitzfire Před rokem +5

    The GH6 saga continues! I’m with you on the ineffable quality of the GH6 - it is just fun to use. And the autofocus is *just* good enough to make its occasional abject failures charming. 😂

  • @sliceofmymind
    @sliceofmymind Před rokem +5

    First of all, WE NEED you to go full circle and get the Mitakon 25mm, especially now that you enjoy manual focusing. I will be happy to donate to the cause. Kasey, you're correct, there really isn't anything else out there to replace the GH6/S1H combo I have. The footage is just too good to let go. I have the A7S3, Canon R5 and XT4. They all have their merits but I am always going back to my GH5/GH6/S1H...why do I do it to myself?

  • @yarbgreat1
    @yarbgreat1 Před rokem +2

    let me fly towards my hands is a sick track

  • @mikeyhughessays
    @mikeyhughessays Před rokem +5

    The inevitable end to your wildlife videography gear quest is a Red V-Raptor + 400mm 2.8. Just think… Topaz from 8k 120p -> 16k 960p

  • @whereisamerica7384
    @whereisamerica7384 Před rokem +2

    You're right. There is something magical about that 200 prime. It has a better than live quality to it. The crispness of the detail is amazing. I had to watch it on the tv

  • @leow5632
    @leow5632 Před rokem +2

    I don't and I am a full time freelance photographer/videographer. I just want something reasonably priced but of professional grade, and is reliable so that I can deliver results for every shoot.
    I'm using Sony because productions companies that engages me require Sony cameras for ease of editing across all photographers/videographers at events.Also there is a bigger market for Sony stuff on second hand market in my country.

  • @Dahrenhorst
    @Dahrenhorst Před rokem +2

    When I listen to you, I start to wonder, how the hell all those wildlife filmers of the last century ever could even come close to win a prize for their footage with their ancient gear.

    • @gregausit
      @gregausit Před 2 měsíci

      Because the gear is largely irrelevant, as long as it is a reasonable selection. I remember when DSLRs first came out, people in forums obsession over specs etc as if that is all that now mattered, meanwhile a guy I knew was making a motza shooting all sorts of things for large name clients whilst even using those throw away cameras at times. It was his vision and ability, not the camera specs that mattered. It was quite funny how hobbyists drooled over specs, actually, obsessed over them.

  • @thissidetowardscreen4553

    Best photography and vlog channel on CZcams! Waking up seeing if there is a new video can make or break a day! Always look forward to the quirky but insightful content with a healthy dose of humor. Puts a smile on my face while I sip my first cup of coffee. Glad you are keeping the Panasonic!

  • @spacelord1913
    @spacelord1913 Před rokem +4

    At 4:17 I think the HD120p pixel to pixel looks better IMO, its just that the focal point shifted, in the HD120 half of screen you have focus on the log at the back and the rear bird, which look great, but the birds at front are blurred. Also I noticed the background is a bit shaky in the 5.7k (presumably an ibis issue since using the entire sensor). Would be good to see you test mirror lenses - tokina recently released a new model. I use vintage 500mm with pentax mount on a reducing or non-reducing adapter for 720 and 1000mm FF equiv respectively whilst maintaining high sharpness. Can safely apply a modest 1.3x zoom in post if needed, from 4k footage. PS The topaz stuff is driving you mad.

  • @supercurioTube
    @supercurioTube Před rokem +7

    I feel like the stabilization makes your GH6 footage a lot more pleasant to watch than the typical one from the Sony A7SIII.
    How's the 240p by the way? I saw some comparisons and 240p had visibly more than 300p, but I don't know how much it applies to what you shoot.

  • @TITAOSTEIN
    @TITAOSTEIN Před rokem +5

    You should try the Olympus 150-400mm f4.5 TC1.25 PRO!!😅 The best Lens ever! Look the comparisons against the Sony made from Mike Lane and Daniel J Cox

  • @WTFungus
    @WTFungus Před rokem +3

    GH6 is my perfect camera because it has to be. I blew all my money on it.

  • @audioupgrades
    @audioupgrades Před rokem +3

    Pixel to pixel looks more natural with less processing artifacts. It should look great if you apply a little processing in Topaz.

  • @sclogse1
    @sclogse1 Před rokem +2

    Punch in looks great, although it doesn't add isolation of the subject as a longer lens would. If you want that. It's lonely enough out there.

  • @sijodee
    @sijodee Před rokem

    i had Panasonic and changed to Sony simply because of the focus and struggling in low light.i liked the Leica 100 400.it was always sharp across the full range.you should give it another chance as you will get fed up with the lack of reach from the 200.even try the Olympus 100 400.i am far from knowing what i am doing regards cameras but i believe if you struggle with something then it is time to change.my first time out with the Sony was better than the last time out with the Panasonic.as you say no system or camera is perfect but it's the one that makes your camera life easier is always the best option

  • @joshuachubbphotography
    @joshuachubbphotography Před rokem +1

    11:58 the glory was ours!

  • @observing7312
    @observing7312 Před rokem +1

    Fun is very important. I enjoy the footage you obtain with the GH6 and that prime. It's stable and i really prefer that over the Sony.

  • @PeakPassion
    @PeakPassion Před rokem +1

    The perfect camera lives in your heart… believe that you can get the shot that’s the magic and if fails just hope for a new update😂. A gh5 owner in tears

  • @NobleEndeavours123
    @NobleEndeavours123 Před rokem +1

    "90% squirrels and ducks!" - I love it!

    • @gregausit
      @gregausit Před 2 měsíci +1

      When you break it down, that is so on point. 🙂

  • @Nearest_Neighbor
    @Nearest_Neighbor Před rokem +1

    I love how much you have with Topaz and it is quite mind bending indeed.
    Blackmagic seem to offer evfs with their new cams. (is it new? I don't know) Still no ibis and 120p max tho.

  • @TechnoBabble
    @TechnoBabble Před rokem +2

    The pixel to pixel modes look better, you just have to make sure your shot is actually in focus. ;)

  • @erkko69
    @erkko69 Před rokem +2

    This channel has a become kind of obsession for me too, because i like his personality and im huge fan of his b & w short movies. My main intress is not those nerd related camera things, but that interest me too. Why we like Kasey so mutch? Why? Some things in life stays whittout good reason, maybe this is one of them. But why...? Good video again♥️🐘🌄🦜🌴👍😀!!!

  • @intenttobe
    @intenttobe Před rokem +1

    wait, you captured a firecrest, thats one seriously cool lil critter

  • @biskitbodyboarding
    @biskitbodyboarding Před rokem +2

    I shoot with a gh5 ..auto focus is wak but there's a trick of turning the synco scan on and shooting at 179ss rather than 180 ss... The auto focus is greatly improved .. not sure what magic they used but it's improved by about 33% ...not sure if the same trick can be used on the gh6 ???

  • @0xXNickXx0
    @0xXNickXx0 Před rokem +1

    I am going to test the 150-600 from fuji with my xt4 coming week. Hoping for nice results but i am almost sure the depth of field due to the high aperture is just not going to cut it. If only they released a prime with further reach than 200mm.

  • @JetBen555
    @JetBen555 Před rokem +4

    If possible, would you like to test the Olympus 300mm F4 on the Gh6 ?

  • @paleyosezi3122
    @paleyosezi3122 Před rokem +1

    Great story telling

  • @hukl3945
    @hukl3945 Před rokem

    I miss your Fuji XT-4 footage. It had magic.

  • @igelkotte
    @igelkotte Před rokem

    I would love for you to try out the sony 100-400 GM. I know its less reach. But you can focus much closer! (98 cm!) almost macro. I think you will find it a lot more useful and fun in the summer when there is insects and stuff. It's also a lot smaller. You can feel kind of restricted with the 200-600 as you limit yourself to far away object. Also the size of it.

    • @cameraconspiracies
      @cameraconspiracies  Před rokem

      That was like the first lens I tried... czcams.com/video/hhLxxo5Z7e0/video.html

  • @herrreinsch
    @herrreinsch Před rokem +3

    we found the perfect camera, It is time now to find the *Perfect Video Interpolation program* for slow mo. :)
    ps: content is enjoyable as always.👌

  • @Steve31000
    @Steve31000 Před rokem +2

    I'm leaning towards buying a GH6 mainly for it's video capabilities. I have a Sony A7iii that I'm still very happy with for photos but I'm tired of Sonys rather crap video stabilization, or lack of. It's such a key element. I own a gimbal but it's just too messy to set up and cumbersome to carry around. Sadly there is no perfect camera but the GH6 looks best for video vs. price at the moment.

  • @przybylskipawel
    @przybylskipawel Před rokem

    This topaz software is amazing but I would never exceed reducing speed 2x (artifacts) and increasing resolution 2x (looks oversharpened). Decent-looking 4K 600p would be blow me away!

  • @revianwolfe
    @revianwolfe Před rokem +1

    Why am I obsessed over camera gear when I have absolutely no camera gear at all? I’m a broke hobo camera wanna be loser! Love your channel though, Kasey! So funny and enjoyable.

  • @AoyagiAichou
    @AoyagiAichou Před rokem +1

    8:20 - and also the A7S III alone costs more than the GH6 and the 200mm prime combined.
    The battery life is ridiculous, really. At least at home you can have it connected to a powerbank all the time and never run out.

  • @entintador
    @entintador Před rokem +5

    The battery issue is worrying. For most formats that are not processing demanding there should be an option to disable the cooler.

    • @z352kdaf8324
      @z352kdaf8324 Před rokem

      Why would you be in those formats 😆

    • @donflamingo795
      @donflamingo795 Před rokem

      @@z352kdaf8324 data storage.

    • @z352kdaf8324
      @z352kdaf8324 Před rokem

      @@donflamingo795 My Sony FX30 fan only has kicked on in the high bit rate modes. 4:2:0 10bit 150mbs appears untouched.

  • @harrison00xXx
    @harrison00xXx Před rokem +1

    Im wondering what most camera companies are doing nowadays when it comes to focus peaking
    My EOS RP as well as the R7 has at least usable focus peaking, but when it comes to my EOS 550D i sold... you needed magic lantern first for this feature, but it was SUPER CUSTOMIZABLE, the strengh of the peaking information, as well as the color and how sensible it should be.
    I dont want "sony-like" menues just to get more options for customization, but i really think EVERY manufacturer holds back so much features and capabilities at their products below the highest end models.
    The EOS 550D turned with Magic Lantern literally (software features-wise!) into a professional camera with features you needed at least a 5D etc. You could even set the bitrates of the video mode manually and it also improved the cameras performance a lot. Showed me long ago already how heavy Canon cripples their cameras with the infamous Canon Cripple Hammer (copyright and patented by canon)

  • @filmstudiojapan
    @filmstudiojapan Před rokem

    Z9 is great, but too heavy for what you're doing. R3 has 240p, and is surprisingly light, and nice to hold. I've had it in hand and was damn tempted to get it before I went nuts and picked up a gfx100s.

  • @ArtieWanKenobi
    @ArtieWanKenobi Před rokem +1

    im curious have you experimented with shooting 1080p on your a7sIII and upconverting in topaz and comparing to native 4k on the a7sIII

  • @CanuckQuest
    @CanuckQuest Před rokem +1

    You could grab a fairly inexpensive Apple Mini M1, or spending a little more MAc Studio Ultra. It renders and plays videos really well.

    • @CanuckQuest
      @CanuckQuest Před rokem

      But I didsike MacOS with a passion though. Still, video application is killer

  • @epitar
    @epitar Před rokem

    I’m waiting for the day you slap a Zeiss Loxia lens on that Sony. It’s a lens made for adults (no auto focus/manual aperture) but it’s everything you’re looking for when it comes to rendering.

  • @ghostapi874
    @ghostapi874 Před rokem +3

    The pocket 4k doesn’t have ibis but it does have gyro data like catalyst browse and you use it in davinci resolve and it renders a million times faster.
    And in my opinion there is no mirrorless that comes remotely close to how good blackmagics peaking is.

  • @JunebuggMedia
    @JunebuggMedia Před rokem +3

    Love your content. I have a G7 that i bought to just do webcam stuff for streaming and now im getting into photography and videography. Mostly portrait style photos and streaming/cooking content. What lens do you suggest?

    • @RealStevenStifler
      @RealStevenStifler Před rokem +2

      Try the Lumix 25mm 1.7 or Leica 25mm 1.4. Those are prime lens. Also a telephoto like the 45-150mm could be a good choice too. There's a cool one the Leica 12-60mm. And finally Leica 10-25mm or 25-50mm. Man! There's a lot to choose from because The Olympus ones are cool too and some anamorphic lens from Siriu. I suggest that you look up on the Internet what could be the perfect lens for your necessities.

    • @JunebuggMedia
      @JunebuggMedia Před rokem +1

      @@RealStevenStifler So I just got the 25mm 1.7 and I have the 45-150mm i just hate the variable aperture on it. Someone suggested I get the 42.5mm (85mm equivalent) for my portraits. Thoughts?

    • @alpinthor
      @alpinthor Před rokem

      @@JunebuggMedia best for portrait is the 56mm 1.4 sigma for mft, it's the closest Full frame bokeh you can get on a MFT

  • @martinmakella
    @martinmakella Před rokem

    Have you ever tried to adapt an older lens from Nikon or Canon FD 300mm/2,8 L?

  • @truckernige
    @truckernige Před rokem +1

    i loved it when the penguin flew off…

  • @przybylskipawel
    @przybylskipawel Před rokem

    11:00 It looks Si-Fi. BTW What is wrong with Leica 1.4X converter? Is it really worse than cropping in post? Maybe in 5.7K it is but definately not in HD.

  • @maups2
    @maups2 Před rokem

    Stab has gotta be worth it.. we need a re-look of the LEICA 100-400... even if it's f/6.3

    • @maups2
      @maups2 Před rokem

      I apologize, I realize now the 200 prime is likely the premium option

  • @nickguzman1734
    @nickguzman1734 Před rokem

    Diminishing returns was what you were looking for

  • @markwalker8374
    @markwalker8374 Před rokem +3

    I would still like you to get a loaner and at least try the FX30 and bung on a 135mm F1.8 or a 70-200mm and see what super cropped 4k 120p is like with bird and squirrel focus enabled

    • @z352kdaf8324
      @z352kdaf8324 Před rokem

      It enabled in that mode?

    • @markwalker8374
      @markwalker8374 Před rokem

      @@z352kdaf8324 not sure but there is an interesting discussion in the Garfield's Adventures discussion in Heath McKinley's test shoot czcams.com/video/Zf739ZN0Y6I/video.html

  • @MovingPicturesAfrica
    @MovingPicturesAfrica Před rokem

    Have you considered a Red Komodo? Canon RF mount. No IBIS. Not very good autofocus. 6K 40fps max. But it makes really pretty pictures.

  • @chewcepher
    @chewcepher Před rokem +3

    I have the R7 with the RF100-400. It's incredibly small, light, and sharp. Autofocus is out of this world. Colors are amazing. Enhanced electronic stab gives you ridiculous reach and perfectly still footage. 1080 at 120fps looks surprisingly good. F8 hurts though.

  • @DarkTrapStudio
    @DarkTrapStudio Před 9 měsíci

    8:54 : You got it right with the first word but added bs after it haha

  • @JapaneseMonster
    @JapaneseMonster Před rokem

    Hey Camera Conspiracies, I am having trouble opening a Prores RAW 422HQ *.mov file taken from my Atomos Ninja V+ and Canon R5. Does Topaz Video AI not read RAW files???

  • @reedeema
    @reedeema Před rokem +2

    everytime i hear that hands song i wanna oil up and hit the gym ^^

  • @izelennkhan1887
    @izelennkhan1887 Před rokem

    So how about a Canon R something with their 600mm prime?

  • @VilkanVisions
    @VilkanVisions Před rokem

    120p in 2.7k on BM is noisy but you can get Ursa 12k, if you want specs then it's leading the industry :D

  • @kaptnwelpe5322
    @kaptnwelpe5322 Před rokem +1

    The perfect camera is the one you can forgive its flaws...enjoy the moments and their results - maybe. Satisfaction comes at the expense of frustration - what a luck for mankind that perfect shots are seldom :-)

  • @C5films
    @C5films Před rokem +1

    Don't do it, buddy! Don't sell the Panny Boy! You know you'll regret it. It IS special!

  • @ManCalledMif
    @ManCalledMif Před 8 měsíci

    Will you get a Sony a9iii?

  • @Andy-rk9mu
    @Andy-rk9mu Před rokem +1

    the question is not to keep GH6 or not, but what replace it with ...

  • @OutdoorWeekend
    @OutdoorWeekend Před rokem +2

    Good 👍

  • @richardbeasley9084
    @richardbeasley9084 Před rokem +2

    Wait until you find the Canon R5/R6 with the old 400mm f5.6 prime

  • @unclejerry486
    @unclejerry486 Před rokem +1

    you have the (perfect) tool [PL 200 + GH6]. Now DO IT!

  • @ThastsiT
    @ThastsiT Před rokem

    That On the Spot Autofocus test was spectacular. If I was the camera I would have panicked and pooped in my pants! yes that's gross! Panny me!

  • @JoaquimGonsalves
    @JoaquimGonsalves Před rokem +1

    Topaz really seems worth it.

  • @PeteBreen
    @PeteBreen Před rokem +3

    Panny-boy survives another round! 👏

  • @aengusmacnaughton1375

    10:20 -- 5.7K definitely noisier/grainier.... And again, looks like Topaz by default does noise reduction when upscaling....

  • @extrashot
    @extrashot Před rokem +1

    Just wondering how many weeks it took to render those few 8K seconds in Topaz? The penguin's probably died of old age now! 😂

  • @stevenj2380
    @stevenj2380 Před rokem

    We can laugh because of new Pentax KF.
    The last (used) Nikon body and Tamron 35 1.4 was Jan. 2021. Not going to trade or be able to spend for Nikon Z. Anyway, I have several Nikon F bodies, DX, FX and pile of lenses. So after being in more because of the lockdowns and now retirement, I've been upgrading the stereo instead. So I just bought better headphone and a headphone amp (after a new turntable and CD recorder on 2020.)

  • @matthiasmartin1975
    @matthiasmartin1975 Před rokem +1

    It's not "300p" BTW. You can say 1080p60, meaning 1920x1080 pixels at 60fps. The "p" (progressive) is just there to distinguish it from 1080i(interlaced). Well you might be too young to even know what interlaced is... It was once relevant in CRT times. Whatever, rambling I am.

  • @shzammpatapon9865
    @shzammpatapon9865 Před rokem +18

    Hey m8, if you want to use slow mo Topaz, make sure you shot the shutter speed 180° rule times the intended multiplier for how slow you wanted. That way you can avoid the interpolation look.
    That means you should use Sony A7SIII 2nd base ISO which has been a blessing for my workflow
    240fps slowed down 4x means that you should shot it at 1/2000 of a shutter. Hope this tips helps

  • @radiozelaza
    @radiozelaza Před rokem

    The Dream-Quest of Unknown Camera

  • @stever1514
    @stever1514 Před rokem

    m4/3 is definitely in Special Olympics until Tony Northrup evaluates Leica Prime Toneh.

  • @AI3Dorinte
    @AI3Dorinte Před rokem

    Hey, what would be the best (budget) camera for talking head videos, no outdoors, just a small desk setup with one big light. Number one priority: need the toneh since I hate my background and don't want to change the background, just want to add some lights behind me. Trying to start a channel (politics and shit), recorded several videos, content is fine for me and I like the audio editing, I just want the most toneh I can get and decent skin tone colors. Don't necessarily need 4k, a very good 1080p would be fine, 30p, lighting is... decent but would love something with good low light performance and as little noise as possible. Thanks for the videos, really entertaining!

    • @MarcosElMalo2
      @MarcosElMalo2 Před rokem

      Get a 3-5 year old camera with decent autofocus and then put your money into the lenses-specifically a prime with a 1.4 aperture. A good prime will give you the sharp focus, the autofocus keeps you in focus, and the large aperture gives you the bokeh. For your use, a zoom isn’t really useful. Focal length? Depends on how big your space is. Smaller space you’ll want a wider lens, but then it could be harder to get teh bokeh. There are director finder apps for your phone that can get you into the focal length ballpark before you buy a lens. I’ve never used one, so YMMV.
      Do you already have a big soft source light? If not, get a China ball/Chinese lantern with a dimmable socket. Use a dimmable color balanced bulb. Start with a warm balance, but try a cold light if you want. Look for something with a CRI of 90 or better. I wouldn’t put an RGB bulb as your source, but if you want to spend some bucks on a lightbulb, you could get a RGBWW bulb. For your purposes, it’s overkill, but I think they’re neat.
      The thing I’ve noticed with some LED bulbs is they can pick up a flicker when dimmed. In my experience, it’s less of a quality with high end household bulbs.
      Good luck.

    • @AI3Dorinte
      @AI3Dorinte Před rokem +1

      @@MarcosElMalo2 thanks for the help. I am pretty sure I want the SIgma 16mm F1.4. for APSC or a 24-35mm 1.8 for fullframe. I do have a big source of light, actually a pretty good LED panel I got SH, flicker is not an issue.I don't know if I need APSC or a very old fullframe to get the good bokeh, good skin tones and low noise. I tried a friend's M50 and I don't like it at all when it comes to noise, colors are really good though. Tried a ZV1 from another friend and dear god it's just fugly in colors and I don't want to mess around too much with color correction, to be honest it just looks like I am sick or something lol. It's also oversharpened as fuck and if I turn down sharpness in the picture profile it kinda loses detail not only sharpness, feels like my eyes are blurry and that's really bad for the videos I want to make. ZV-E10 could be better since it has the new color since, but didn't get to test it. Found a good deal for the EOS R but don't know if I should invest in that, also I think the glass is going to be quite expensive too. Any camera model recommendations would be appreciated, have a great one!

    • @MarcosElMalo2
      @MarcosElMalo2 Před rokem +1

      @@AI3Dorinte The bigger the sensor, the better the bokeh is what I’ve always been told. Some knowledgeable pros have been picking up old Arri 2k cinema cameras for the sensor size and color science. even though the resolution is low. (Probably not good for your need for autofocus, though.)
      I can’t make a specific recommendation because I’m still waiting for the perfect camera. 😂 I’m sure 2023 will be the year. 😉 Most of my pre-retirement experience was lighting, and most of that was pre-LED. I think I have a grasp on the basics, and if my paltry knowledge was helpful, mission accomplished. Good luck on your politics videos, and remember, the quality of the content is more important than the technique. I’m sure you already know this, but we all need to be reminded of that once in a while.

    • @AI3Dorinte
      @AI3Dorinte Před rokem +1

      @@MarcosElMalo2 yes, that is the best advice, been working for a year on diction, format, sound editing, etc. I just need this last piece of the puzzle, don’t want anything exceptional but don’t want phone quality or small sensor with that sharp artificial look. Thanks for the chat, appreciate your time!

    • @MarcosElMalo2
      @MarcosElMalo2 Před rokem

      @@AI3Dorinte No pressure, but I subscribed to your channel. 😄 I’d prefer not getting into politics of any kind in the comments of this video, but I think it’s a great thing that you are politically engaged and working towards engaging others. 👍

  • @nicksavage4763
    @nicksavage4763 Před rokem +1

    WoodDuck and Mallard 🦆
    The Most Beautiful Ducks
    With Woodduck 🔝s. 🎉

  • @mounir434
    @mounir434 Před rokem +2

    I don't have a camera nor do i have the money to get one, but when i see a cc video i pounce.

  • @AI3Dorinte
    @AI3Dorinte Před rokem +3

    The cinema was ours!

    • @AI3Dorinte
      @AI3Dorinte Před rokem +1

      or hours... Topaz is taxing...

    • @jessecumberledge4530
      @jessecumberledge4530 Před rokem

      @@AI3Dorinte He needs a 4090...

    • @AI3Dorinte
      @AI3Dorinte Před rokem +1

      @@jessecumberledge4530 he'll never invest in a 4090, just think how many bad camera purchases he can make with the money...

    • @jessecumberledge4530
      @jessecumberledge4530 Před rokem

      @@AI3Dorinte 4090 is only 1600... gh6 retail is 2200, fuji xh2s is 2500. That prime lens he jerks off to at night cost 3000usd

  • @amiramis9
    @amiramis9 Před rokem

    Hey Kasey, not trying to get political here but how do you rate Kari Lake's Toneh level on her recent Zoom video calls? 😅

  • @AdamPechuk
    @AdamPechuk Před rokem

    11:30 what song is this?

  • @ScottAlanMillerVlog
    @ScottAlanMillerVlog Před rokem

    That pulsing on the 5.7k footage is terrible when you crop in. The Panny Boy is consistently not living up to it. That 200mm is fantastic, but the GH6 feels like it isn't up to the job.

  • @bastian.michel
    @bastian.michel Před rokem

    I do not obsess about cameras -
    I just neeeeed it!

  • @Andy-rk9mu
    @Andy-rk9mu Před rokem

    4k 120p is awesome

  • @bradleyvolen5834
    @bradleyvolen5834 Před rokem

    FX30 + Sony 70-350? >.> Maybe? Probably not...

  • @wtfnahmean
    @wtfnahmean Před rokem +2

    1:05 lmao I know right. I noticed since the a7s3 came out your content started to shift from just camera talk to other stuffs like wildlife shooting. Deep down we all knew a7s3 was (and still is) the ultimate camera for youtube hobos, the search for the perfect camera is over. But ima still gonna watch your videos 'caz you're funny :D

  • @SmallTimeImage
    @SmallTimeImage Před rokem

    My Sony α7R II still works fine for me. 🤷‍♀

  • @bolaris8570
    @bolaris8570 Před rokem

    You may need to think about what devices your clips will be played on. Anything above 4k is overkill perhaps???...Keep in mind that hardware that plays native above 4K does the live, on the fly upscale, within its own rendering guts.

  • @zolwikwkurwik
    @zolwikwkurwik Před rokem +5

    Get A7IV and use aps-c mode with 200-600. It has better noise ratio and better rolling shutter than FX30. Only 60p in 4k but you could use topaz to get 120 and up right?

    • @MarcosElMalo2
      @MarcosElMalo2 Před rokem

      That’s good info about the rolling shutter. Thank you. I’ve been obsessing over my next camera purchase for the past 12 years. Because of my inability to make a decision, I just keep buying lighting and grip gear. There’s always a better sub-$2000 camera around the corner I should wait for, and meanwhile I seem to be getting by with my phone’s camera.
      My next two purchases are going to be a cheap and light welder and a sewing machine so I can make a full set of flags, nets, and silks.

    • @bastian.michel
      @bastian.michel Před rokem

      @@MarcosElMalo2 🤣🤣

  • @dubbleA100
    @dubbleA100 Před rokem

    Why do I watch your channel 🤣🤣🤷🏿‍♂️
    Still watching tho

  • @daudet1
    @daudet1 Před rokem

    Pixel to Pixel didn't have any shimmering artifacts. Maybe it just me?

  • @robertvarner9519
    @robertvarner9519 Před rokem

    LOL....this channel is still here. The best thing I ever did was to give up photography.

  • @KevDreck
    @KevDreck Před rokem

    Man i loved it when Andrew Beckett was still on the Show..