Nikon Z6 Bird In Flight with FTZ Nikkor 200-500mm & Nikon 500m F4 First Day Impressions

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@csc-photo Жыл бұрын

Once again, blown away by your amazing images 😍 I realize this vid is 3+ years old now, and I know the Z6/7 models (even the II's) don't have the capability of the Z9 / A1 / R3, but MAN - the Z6 coupled with the 200-500 & FTZ actually did amazingly well here. Certainly more than adequate for my goals. Of course there's the human factor behind the camera too 🤓

@wichiencochari7291 5 жыл бұрын

Such beautiful shots,

@quangsomit2490 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful images, thanks for sharing.

@pattieziello3824 5 жыл бұрын

Ospreys are the most amazing birds and you managed to capture unbelievable shots of the osprey and many other beautiful birds. Great stuff.

@steveteare3865 5 жыл бұрын

I always enjoy your commentary as much as your spectacular photography. Great work!

@ppalm951 5 жыл бұрын

As always, beautiful work Mark!

@friartist 5 жыл бұрын

Absolutely amazing bird images and video. Thank you for an unbiased review of the Z6!

@mau_lopez 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video, the photos, the narrative, definitely a joy! Thanks for sharing!

@harinarayananpc4699 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing shots! And an even more amazing voice over 🔥❤️ One of the best review I've seen til date! Just captures the feeling of being a wildlife photographer!

@carlkristensen8398 5 жыл бұрын

I am speachless! Amazing photos.

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@Rev.DavidJTowns 3 жыл бұрын

took the words right out of my mouth! absolute phenomenal pictures.

@ungavaproductions 5 жыл бұрын

Incredible works ! Mark, to me, you are one of the best bird photographer and videographer on youtube. Your almost a writer too with all these fantastic stories on each picture. You do an exceptional work !

@ForNumber8 4 жыл бұрын

Great review dude, thank you! And I love the story telling as you moved from location to location!

@BorisStein 5 жыл бұрын

Amazing shots.. Looks like a great camera!!!

@cmtrain1 5 жыл бұрын

Another awesome video and some great neutral insights into the new mirrorless Nikon

@Photographer695 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant Photography. Must admit I find wildlife photography difficult. Thanks for sharing this great video

@airsoft69 5 жыл бұрын

Hi mark love the vlog .I have the Fuji XT2 with the 100-400 mm lens and the 1.4 converter which I'll be bringing back to Florida when we're there next .I took the xt1 this year and got some fab photos took approximately 4500 but the light wasn't the best for the two weeks we were at Disney's Vero beach .so hopefully next time

@orlandomonaco3475 4 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed this video tremendously due to the fact that unlike so many other Z6 reviews you actually went out into the field and demonstrated the capabilities of the Z6 which were stunning to say the least. Of course also realizing that the incredible captures were also very much in part due to your experience and skills as a photographer:) Thanks for some really informative and useful content and definitely subscribing to your channel!

@muviewsic 5 жыл бұрын

always looking forward to seeing your video!!!

@thomastruesdell9606 5 жыл бұрын

Great review! Glad someone is testing this as I would like to have a backup with a smaller profile for candid people shots. The z series isn’t for fast paced shots of wildlife. Back to lugging the D750 into the woods!

@charlierivera5725 3 жыл бұрын

Love the commentary videos thank you. I have the Nikon Z6 with the same lens you used 200-500mm f5.6 and wow what a combo. I haven’t been to a heavy populated bird areas but I will soon. Thank you 🙏 for your videos

@JoeAquila 5 жыл бұрын

Very nice video with awesome footage - thanks

@joeextraknow2854 5 жыл бұрын

Wow amazing shots...love the way your store-tell! I wish I live where you live.

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@qnetx 5 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on those Osprey images! As a fellow Florida wildlife photographer I can envision just how exciting and challenging it is to cover such a spectacle and walk away with superb images. I'm envious of you being in the right place at the right time and having the skill to record it successfully.

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Was a great experience!

@franktherabbit42 Жыл бұрын

Some wonderful shots here, great to see how it performs.

@dinsdalephotography 5 жыл бұрын

Absolutely incredible images Mark - That Blue Heron at the start made my jaw drop - love the video! Have a fantastic weekend & holiday season.

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks. That great blue was awesome looking.

@surgeche1664 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, I loved the review and amazing photos...so much passion and knowledge about the subject; just pure pleasure to listen to such review. BIG thank you.

@williamfriggle 5 жыл бұрын

Another awesome video with amazing images. I love ospreys as well. Never seen them go in for a fish yet. Hope to one of these days. Thanks for sharing and all your hard work to do so.

@vipersnews 3 жыл бұрын

These are some amazing photos!!!!

@phooesnax 5 жыл бұрын

Mark! Absolutely great series. You did great with the combo. Merry Christmas Jim

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks and merry Christmas to you too!

@ron3117 5 жыл бұрын

You captured some amazing shots! Always look forward to your videos.

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@getitvideo 5 жыл бұрын

Nothing better than objectivity! Thanks

@thehallofeinar1072 5 жыл бұрын

Some lovely shots Mark. I'm enjoying following your adventures.

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@JimboP-Outside 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. I’ve been anxious to see a review of the Z 6 + 200-500 + FTZ. Very well done Mark, thank you. Also, I was really impressed with the detail that the Z 6 resolved in your captures - amazing!

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks. The z6 worked well with that lens better than my 500f4.

@brianstandley1232 5 жыл бұрын

That's some of your best work Mark. Unbelievable images.

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@vindelossantos3861 5 жыл бұрын

As always!... great photos by Mark!

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@laurieewilson 5 жыл бұрын

Nice! Fabulous shots! The surf has been huge here in CA as well. Amazing that the Osprey can drive in to hunt in that strength of waves and come out of it at all, much less with a fish!

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks and I agree. Osprey are super talented birds!

@The_SemperFiGuy 5 жыл бұрын

Mark, as always, outstanding pictures and story. Thanks so much for the insight into the Z6. It was very helpful. Keep up the great work, and most importantly, Merry Christmas to you and all of the Smiths. Gil - Largo, FL

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the compliments and Merry Christmas to you and yours!

@jayv751 5 жыл бұрын

Another great one from The Maestro!, thanks Mark I’ve been thinking of adding the Z 6 to my camera bag. I love your videos because I know I’ll always get an unbiased and honest opinion from you. As always keep ‘em coming.

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@kaijan2808 5 жыл бұрын

Wow, amazing pictures....

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@plantherain 3 жыл бұрын

dig those flicking-sand terns, thanx Mark...your energies do work their magic through the wild..always riveting stories ! strongly appreciate the z6 review on the tracking

@MajorTendonitis 4 жыл бұрын

Great review . That’s very interesting regarding the lag issue with the view finder . I am kind of hoping there will be a Z8 that fixes most known issues

@ShakyasomMajumder 3 жыл бұрын

Terrific photographs!! And equally great narration!☺

@amrsafar 4 жыл бұрын

Magnificent photos.

@ichigokotetsu9540 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for sharing again, such great images and stories 😍😍😍

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

@CookedLight 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome photos

@darrylharrison7850 4 жыл бұрын

Some of the best wildlife photos I have seen! Keep up the great work.

@MarkSmithphotography 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@davidrobinson4118 5 жыл бұрын

Great video Mark. Some wonderful images, especially the Turnstones. I just love the way you caught the sand being flicked about. Best wishes from the U.K.

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@ianbrown704 5 жыл бұрын

Stunning as always - thank you and Merry Xmas Mark.

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@Capcity44 5 жыл бұрын

Great video Mark. Amazing how the Z6 gets the shot when the bird is flying down the barrel.

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks and agreed. That's a tough scenario for af.

@stokesjohnson7156 4 жыл бұрын

Great honest review from real world use. Fantastic photos!

@arunakalu 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing photos..

@dhtheking 5 жыл бұрын

Finally one i can believe his review

@ghlocal1 5 жыл бұрын

Well said Mark, time really does stand still when you have a camera in your hand!! 👍🏻

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@stephencutajar2548 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome images as always, got accustomed to not expect less from you.

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@justyjust 5 жыл бұрын

Great shots and video thanks for the effort.

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@buc71x24 5 жыл бұрын

Great images, always enjoy your videos, Merry Christmas!

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! Merry Christmas to you too!

@tomlee812 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome video again Mark. Happy Holidays from England!

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Happy holidays to you!

@carolelabrecque2799 5 жыл бұрын

Very beautiful, my Storyteller Wizard! I wish you a Merry Xmas and happy New Year. May the birds and pictures be there with you as well as joy in family gatherings and good health .... for more posts like this one. Greetings from Québec city !

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the great compliments and blessings. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you as well!

@carolelabrecque2799 5 жыл бұрын

Mark Smith 😍👍😍😘😘

@arneberneklint293 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mark, a very interesting video

@keithmacdonald4805 5 жыл бұрын

Outstanding again as usual Mark!! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family, I look forward to your videos in 2019. Thanks for sharing your wonderful experiences.

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the kind words. Happy holidays to you and yours! Looking forward to more videos and adventures too! I still have quite a few from 2018 I haven't gotten to yet!

@felixtorres2482 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome shots Mark!

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@henrikojmark7898 5 жыл бұрын

this is the best birdphoto vid EVER, AMAZING

@janfellstrom 5 жыл бұрын

Incredible shots!

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@brucegraner5901 5 жыл бұрын

Astounding osprey photos and another great video. I've experienced a similar problem with another mirrorless (MSLR) camera but found using the electronic shutter seems to improve the EVF's ability to follow the action but those straight-on osprey shots are the best I've seen from the stand point of autofocus in a MSLR.

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Not sure if electronic shutter would fix the evf lag or not.

@ashleyburroughs4996 5 жыл бұрын

Incredible shots!!

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@judyboyd9530 5 жыл бұрын

Your input on these new Nikon mirrorless camera’s provide valuable information to people looking at buying a camera for wildlife photography. Your Osprey photos are outstanding! It was nice to meet you at WRWWTP. Keep those videos coming..

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Judy. It was nice meeting you too even if only for a few seconds. Happy holidays!

@Durio_zibethinus 5 жыл бұрын

@@MarkSmithphotography I have a question, how do you tune your exposure dial when you approach mostly black or mostly white animal? Still don't get it how far it need (often ended up with -/+ 2/3 EV), hence my photo become under/over exposure, although it still better than EV 0. thanks before

@mannymota3442 5 жыл бұрын

Not only a nice review of the Nikon Z6, the photos that you captured are truly stellar. Nice work!

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@breecimr2453 5 жыл бұрын

I always enjoy watching your videos. You are lucky with this huge number of different bird species. Thank you very much always waiting for you

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@douglascarrphotography 10 ай бұрын

Hi Mark wow amazing photos from the Z6 I haven’t seen anything this good for anyone with the z6ii even.

@jwgfoto5419 5 жыл бұрын

Beyond awesome Mark!

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@empatheticsouls9601 10 ай бұрын

Wow... That was a great representation of your day. Impressive content.

@mikasa1641 5 жыл бұрын

Really nice images! I ordered the Nikon 200-500 to pair it with my D500 and start wildlife photography on my own. Your videos are not only a pleasure to watch but also a great help for others like me. Thank you very much :D

@jfphotography69 5 жыл бұрын

The D500 and 200-500mm are made for each other.

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

That is awesome. Enjoy your new lens and thanks for watching.

@sathishKumarRathinaswamy 3 жыл бұрын

best Nikon z 6 - bird phots on youtube so far

@bryceacd 5 жыл бұрын

Another great and informative video. I really love your Ruddy Turnstone images. You captured their behavior perfectly by getting low! That’s a great lesson or reminder to your viewers. Your Osprey photos are spectacular! You always seem to capture something unique. I hope Nikon can get the Z series cameras on a better path. In the meantime, I just adore using my D850 and D500. I look forward to your next video and images! Happy holidays!

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I enjoyed my time with those Ruddy Turnstones and of course the Ospreys! I agree with you on hoping Nikon gets the Z series worked out. For a first try, they did quite well but they do have some hurdles to overcome. Happy Holidays to you as well!

@jean3768 5 жыл бұрын

Really like your video as always. thanks

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@rvnraju911 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome snaps and great story telling.

@findus605 5 жыл бұрын

Your Osprey images are stunning Steve, I would be delighted with one of these images, as always very entertaining video 👏👏👏👏

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, name's Mark though 😀

@petercseszarik6552 5 жыл бұрын

your stories are as funny as your shots are great. again a bunch of incredible shots with some fantastic slo mo.

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@edwinmaldonado8761 5 жыл бұрын

Like always Mark awesomeness with your photos and videos. I believe any camera in your capable hands will deliver for you. I love technology and how it has evolved but I would definitely will keep my Nikon D500 for now. Truly appreciate your honesty and being unbiased when reviewing the new cameras. Thank you so much for sharing wishing you and your love ones a Merry Christmas and a Happy New 2019.

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much. I would agree with you on keeping the D500. Happy holidays to you and yours as well!

@Kevin-iv1ns 5 жыл бұрын

Looking buy a new body to use with my 200-500 , for wildlife photography D500 or Z6. Upgrade from a d5600. Witch would you both think be best. Thanks.

@sharanm5622 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video, really simple and meaningful narration...

@pelafotofotografia 5 жыл бұрын

Eu estava sentindo falta do seu vídeo, meu querido Mark Smith. Seu trabalho e avaliação da Nikon Z6 é precioso. Você como um atirador da Nikon pode dizer-lhe mais do que ninguém como a câmera Z6 se comporta no foco automático. Muito obrigado por este vídeo.

@JohanSchmidt 5 жыл бұрын

A craftsman who produces despite the tools! - heard a lot about the focussing speed of the Z6/7, but you still got stunning shots - very interesting point about the viewfinder display being 'delayed' when shooting bursts - first guy I've heard who's mentioned that

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks. The lag is the main problem in my opinion.

@badger0681UK 5 жыл бұрын

The Osprey photographs are awesome Mark - really enjoy your videos. Merry Christmas

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Merry Christmas and thank you

@santoshmahalik 5 жыл бұрын

As usual fantastic job....I am glad I purchased the D850 instead of waiting for Z6/7

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks and good choice.

@jibsj2100 5 жыл бұрын

Nice work.

@617aaron617 5 жыл бұрын

Very nice video and awesome images. I can not wait for the pelicans and shore birds to return to my area.

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@anaphylaxis2548 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, I haven’t used my Z6 for birds yet. I’ve been using my D500. I guess I’ll have to try it now. Beautiful shots!

@louiseducator 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome photographs!

@germancreatives88 4 жыл бұрын

Winning shots

@tanmay110 5 жыл бұрын

Another nice video uploaded by you.

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@samrotolo7303 5 жыл бұрын

Good shots I enjoyed it.

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@The_SemperFiGuy 5 жыл бұрын

Mark, wasn't just a little while back that we were celebrating your 5,000th subscriber? Keep up the great work. I foresee some significant growth in 2019. All the best from your pal on the left coast (of Florida). Gil - Largo, FL

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Yes we were! Thanks for noticing and for following along.

@imrannajafi8364 5 жыл бұрын

Nice photos 👍

@benbolton625 5 жыл бұрын

Great Osprey shots Mark: sticking with my D850.

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@paulbarrett423 4 жыл бұрын

some cracking shots

@MarkSmithphotography 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@coalakida 5 жыл бұрын

An expert can make any camera a dream. Nikon Z6 , that next firmware update will speak volumes. thank you.

@mikkelroulund8968 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Mark, very nice video and a god way to show the capability of the new camera. I love those pelicans 😄 they are crazy looking and graceful at the same time. Last year my wife and I went to the Everglades to the Thousand Islands to look for the white pelican, but they had all left. When a brown one came I got so exited that I filled up the buffer on the D610 long before he got close, man!! But I remember that day and everything about it as if I was still there. 😊

@MarkSmithphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much. Pelicans are amazing too. I love watching them. Thanks for sharing your experience.