Don't you just love it when people walk in the right place for your photos!?

For me, Sony A7CR and Sony 50mm f/2.5 Extreme quality. Very compact and light!

I'm a novice, but maybe that's why your videos are so appreciated. Even when talking gear, you put forth the info in a way that's very accessible. And your self-depreciating humor always makes me feel at home. Thanks.

The hay has been left on the beach for the Sea Horses of course...

07:49 is a beautifully composed shot - I appreciate the effot for just a little talky bit.

purchased that same lens a few months ago and i've loved it ever since, light lens to pack and pretty sharp edge to edge

Don’t worry about gear. I’ve used and continue to use anything that works. Sharp images require a good lens, a steady hand (or tripod) and a body (camera) that works. Leica, Sony, Fuji, Hasselblad or Linhoff. It gives one opportunity to capture the vision in mind. In days gone by you weren’t a photographer unless you lugged an 8X10 view everywhere using all those swings and tilts to manipulate life. You do good work!

Love the low contrast look of the photos!

that location was amazing. i love the feeling of vastness and your type of shooting really worked well with that feeling.

I've got a the 24 and 40 and really love them. Thinking of completing the trio. Perfect for travel and hikes.

Use whatever works for you James. It’s the subject, not the gear that matters. I was at that lighthouse last weekend. Fab place. Could have walked around there for days!

That beach just looks amazing

That IS a stunning beach!

Wonderful stuff James! You are a riot!

Great shots

Love the 50mm equivalent focal length. Had that length basically glued to my camera for quite some time.

The one at 4:50ish got me thinking a bit... I've expected that you'd go for the sea as the main attraction as it quite often is when one goes to the beach, and then people tend to use everything else as merely framing to make the sea pop out more in the final image. The same happens when you go and photograph a waterfall or anything of the sorts. But sometimes (not too often) there might be something just next to it which could make a great photo as well, but we are too blinded by the main event to see it. Don't think its too revolutionary but still thought it was worth sharing.

Still grieving you leaving Panasonic but so admire your photographic work & videos.

Looks like a good lens. When shooting with a full frame, I think 50mm is a pretty decent angle for landscape photos. Sometimes when out, I like to just throw my nifty fifty on my camera and just leave the rest of the gear in the car. Since I like my photos to be razer sharp from bottom to top, I rarely ever shoot lower than F8, so for landscape photography getting a really fast 50 does seem like an unnecessary expense.

Great to see you still shooting handheld as im a fellow tripod hater and that's why i love watching your video's. although it has to be said it must be much harder to shoot handheld with 60mp , i was the same when i went to the D850 then to my beloved Z7 with 46mp to make sure my images are tack sharp.

Amazing quality of that new 20mm lens.

The lighthouse shot actually captured a nice wave wash up. The cloud above was cool too. 😎

Hi James, really love your videos and your very personable manner. Keep up the good and entertaining work!

Watching and listening to James along with his excellent results is an inspiration.....

C'est la Vie James! No worries...it isn't about gear but just you showing us the real stuff!

A camera is just a tool. I love your images. Thank you!

I bought the Sony 50mm 2.5 for my wife to use in studio because of the super fast AF (never shoot wider than 2.8 with full flash setup anyway). She shoots infants and toddlers and AF speed has been a challenge with toddlers. We have loved the lens so much that it has now become one of our most used lenses. I often steal it to take with me because it's size, handling and IQ are just fantastic. I often pair it with my Tamron 20mm 2.8 for wide angle and my Tamron 28-200 2.8-5.6 because it breaks the laws of physics.

Love that _human touch_ idea. Brilliant video as always, James

Heh, that video you made 4 years ago about ditching full frame was one of the pivotal ones for me when I switched from Canon FF to Fujifilm X series. I still have no regrets, at least in part because I don't do professional work that would require more resolution. Having said that... one day I might make the plunge to medium format Fujifilm. That G series is really nice. Really heavy, since I'm only 5'2", but reeeaaally nice.

Just thought that I'd say that I watch your videos because I find them entertaining and sometimes even informative (😁). As to which brand of gear you use, I could not care less. Keep up the great videos.

Gear changing happens when your needs aren’t getting met. I was a hard core Nikon shooter and extremely happy with my D500. As of last year, I ended up switching to Fujifilm and absolutely love my X-T4. It suits my needs more than I realized.

MMMMM.....50mm.........I felt that today was a beach day. Absolutely love to see it .

I used to shoot 50mm without exception, as that was the lens I had on my camera. I did once have a 200mm lens many years ago but I used it maybe twice in the entirety of owning it. I’ve also owned a 28mm lens which, just like the 200, was use on the odd occasion too but that all changed when I went Fujifilm X100v & XF10 which are/were 35 & 28mm respectively. Then the GRIIIX came along and off went the XF10 as it was sold to buy the Ricoh which got me back nearer the 50mm I’d always shot as it’s a 40mm equivalent… it’s an expensive way to ‘learn’ focal lengths but I’ve learned (and enjoyed the challenges) of shooting 28mm. Now, I can, if I wish go back to working at 50mm as I now have a Sony @7 III with the kit zoom lens as it goes from 28 to 70mm but that lens may end up just like my old 200mm and not get used much as I’m going to add the FE 40mm f2.5 (yes, another 40mm) as I’ve gotten used to that focal range with my X100v & GRIIIX. I’ve hankered to get back to a full frame camera ever since I went digital, just after my Olympus OM-1n was sold off many many years ago to go digital and I have indeed had two full framed digital cameras since then but they were disposed of a long time ago… M9 & Nikon D600 (worst camera I’ve ever had). I’ve just come back to your channel only recently and am enjoying the videos once again. Best regards.🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

That shot of the lighthouse is top freaking notch.

Good call on the 50mm. Unless you're shooting portraiture and need 1.2, that's a large chunk of coin to put down on it to be shooting it stopped down anyway. I'm definitely very interested in that little 2.5 as a walkaround lens. I have a Super-Takumar 50mm f/1.4 that I use a lot now, but autofocus (and not being irradiated every time I carry it) would be nice.

We went to Newborough for the first time after your last video. Saw a red squirrel within 30 seconds of getting out of the car 😀 Brilliant spot! You've inspired me to head back to there again soon!

You did get some beautiful images on this outing, I must say.

Your pictures are fantastic

Let's see. October. Wales. Less windy? Not that likely... Also - your surprise at being rained on and blinded simultaneously, well - surprises me! Loving the quality you're getting with the Sony kit, and the 50mm in particular, which all confirms what I felt when shopping for my current camera - that the Sony was probably the best, but I couldn't quite run to it, and so compromised with the G9. But not really disappointed, for reasons that you will be familiar with. Thanks, once again for another 15 minutes of entertaining enlightenment...

James, like your (partly) switch to Sony. I use the A73 and love it. But love your photo’s om the Lumix as well. It’s all about the fun of taking the photo’s and the result, Not the brand.

This is an awesome video!

I love my 'Plastic Fantastic' 50mm F1.8 on my Canon 7Dii. Its a superb lens for £100 i think it was. The only downside is that it doesn't have IS in any form. I used it a lot for close up car shots for the DOF it produced. Sadly i'm going through a flat spot when it comes to photography., i just cannot be bothered to go out and take photos, or edit them for that matter. My Wife has really got into birding and wildlife photography, but of course i take a few shots, but not as intensely as maria does. I am hoping that the bug comes back to me and i am sure it will. Great channel as always James. Always love your content and presenting style.

Lucky for you I have an Olympus micro 4/3 set up and a Sony a7 full frame set up! Keep going!

I don't know if it was the lighting at the time these shots were taken or a conscious decision in post but a number of these images have an almost bleached, washed out appearance. It took a few pics before the look started to grow on me. Great tour around the beach. Wales is gorgeous!

As I follow you because you are a photographer (great content) the occasional review of gear is useful and carries a good deal of credibility. Gear is not cheap and an insight into other’s thinking on camera and particularly lens choices is valuable. 👍

Supposed to be a great place for Astro photography. Oh and the 20mm great lens for it. Love to see that video 👍🏼

I just love the very first image.. Beautiful! This video makes me miss being on one of the Dutch islands though, being at the beach, photographing the dunes and the sea.. xD

beast of a dogging spot that! especially if you walk towards the llyn!

The head is round so that your thoughts can change direction. (Some wise guy in the past, probably) I enjoy presenting your thought on the topic and I also enjoy the pictures. Great stuff!

I just bought the 50 2.5 for my RIII and RIV and it's all James' fault for planting it in my mind with this video. Can't wait to test it out tomorrow with the fall leaves.

You’ve got me thinkin James. I’ve currently got the 16-35 2.8, and 24-70 2.8. The 24-70 was the first lens I got for the system, and I really love it… but that thang is heavy!! The majority of my photography is done when I’m backpacking or on a climbing trip. I’m in love with the 16-35, and it is going absolutely nowhere. But I’ve been toying around with selling off the 24-70 and using it to fund a 50 1.4 and 70-200 4. I’ll have to look into the 50 2.5.

The Zeiss 55mm f1.8 is an absolute killer lens…..👌🏻👌🏻

Amazing Video! Would love to see a photography video wth the 20mm 1.8

I have ventured into the world of photography quite recently and your content/videos have inspired me so much. I also have learned some crucial things about photography from you along the way. Now that you have started a fresh journey with the Sonys I am all here for it, to enjoy your beautiful work and also learn from it. Best of luck with everything that is new.

James, I will miss your MFT based content because it kinda sold the "gear does not matter" thing by being the only one not shooting G Master this, Canon RF 1.2 that or Fuji medium format so many people do non-stop at the moment. But I have watched close to every video you ever did and you truly are about photography, not just gear. In the end, your gear has to make your work possible, and the easier it is, the more content we get. So keep it up. But you get extra points whenever you choose something not G Master or third-party. I loved the Sigma lens on your Panasonic S5 just for it not being what Panasonic would like you to use.

We love evolving with you … photography wise I mean :)

Just follow your path. The ones who felt bad about the gear you are using now, was never about photography, but only about gear. I don´t like to shoot with Sony, and I tried a few times, but at the end doesn´t really matter the gear, but the end result and the passion about photography.

Nice Tudor!

I haven't found a Sony shooter whose videos I like. Love the fact you have turned to the dark side. Be excited about the new gear.

w/ regard to the bail of hay. In New York they use nets full of hay as erosion barriers (the barn swallows then raid them for nesting material)? Perhaps they're going to do something similar there?

What’s your in studio lens? Severe focus breathing. Curious. Great content.

Goated beach at Newborough

Uhhh man, beautiful location. I’m so jealous. Nothing quite like it here in New York. I live by a beach, but we don’t have those rock formations over here. Makes me want to get a plane ticket.

I'd imagine anyone upset by the move is someone who bought Lumix gear based on your videos. They probably feel a deeper connection to the channel than most, which is understandable. I don't shoot either Lumix or Sony so for me I'm interested in how you get on in Sony and if there's a big benefit for your style of shooting. I like the rationale behind opting for the 50mm prime. Might adopt that myself.

Okay but now I can't wait to see a One Hour, One Lens 20mm f1.8 👀 Great video as always!

That chilling moment you said back in my micro 4/3 days :-(

I’ve really been enjoying this lens - great detail and nice rendering whether on the a7iii, a7riii, or a7riv.

Love your videos James whether you’re using Sony, LUMIX or a box brownie. It’s what’s behind the camera that’s important.

Personally I feel sad because MFT system is an excellent system way underated, and you leaving the system will just put it into the shadows even more.

Beautiful shots James!

Why do people feel married to certain brands and almost an unwillingness to accept that there are other options out there and as time progresses 1 of 2 things could happen. 1 is that your needs change OR 2 is that the products on the market change to suit your needs better. PLEASE remember that if you have a camera from within the last couple years they are almost all excellent cameras that can produce phenomenal results and the small differences honestly don’t really matter in the grand scheme of things or how you would evoke emotion in a photo! “Needs” change for everything…..I have my own personal experiences that have led me to make the decisions of buying my home in a specific size/area and now that I have a toddler our needs have changed and we may decide to buy a different house. There’s also a car that suits my needs for the area that I live in along with the reliability I want. Plié there’s the items that facilitate MY hobbies and what brings happiness to me! As far as my camera choices go, I suffered a spinal injury almost 10 years ago now and upgraded to a Canon R6 because the autofocus made my life easier and it fit my budget.

Hi James - catching up with the ol KZfaqs. Have a backlog to go through. I notice a few episodes back you mention having a little one on board now. One thing you might like to think about is keeping a Word document (though other word processors are of course available) of all the cute, wacky and nutsy squirrel things your young one says from when the age where at least semi-coherent speech begins. I kept documents for both my sons from earliest days through to about 10ish or so years old. Some sweet stuff, some crazy and some just hilarious to my wife and I. I gave them both their lists (they are now in their 20s) and they were pretty chuffed after the obligatory groanings :) They actually compared notes in what I think was an unstated contest to determine who best embraced the qualities of cute and adorable, and who demonstrated the earliest signs of being a most profound and deeply philosophical thinker. Anyhow, that's my tip. I really enjoy your presentations and all the best to you and your family in these difficult times. Simon.

The bale of straw on the beach is probably for the sea horses.

I *thought* you were talking about the 50 1.2 last week - what else is "slightly exotic", on back order, and fits in between a 16-35 and 70-200? Glad you got the 2.5 instead, fits with your light kit philosophy. Don't worry about the gear talk, I don't watch you/Nigel/Mats because you are MFT/Nikon/Sony but because you're great and interesting photogs :). Keep doing you - including the yakking ;). PS you didn't mention it but with the MP the A7RIV has you can always crop-zoom from (the 16-)35mm to 50mm and from the 50mm to 70mm. No need for a 24-70 at all.

I love 50mm, but it's hard to use just one lens for everything. This type of video is cool, I'm always looking for the framing and cropping that I would do if I were in your place.

Interesting video James 👍. I went to that beach myself for the first time the other week. It’s a lovely spot and I’ll definitely be returning on many an occasion. I hope you weren’t referring to my comment on your last video as I was only joking. All of the reasons you gave for switching gear made complete sense. Why lug two lots of camera lenses around when you don’t need to. I like your explanation at the end of this video of getting the prime lenses rather than a 24-70. I’m on MFT and have the 12-60 kit lens and have wondered whether to one day get the 8-18, 12-35 or both and it would perhaps make more sense to just get the 8-18 as I have a 25mm prime and I could get a wider angle prime such as the 15mm Leica. Informative as always 👍

Great photos and content as always, even though personally I have a hard time with photography in such harsh light - well done! I think I made a loud gasp when you said you decided to Not go with the f/1.2 though haha - I am just in Love with my 25 & 45mm f/1.2 from Olympus and I actually shot at 1.2 or 1.4 quite a lot :D

Get down to the Llyn Peninsula for a video!

I recently purchased a Sony A7II and purchased the 24mm f2.8 version of the lens in your video, they also have a 40mm that I will look to get. Nice video James.

Wot a coincidence. Earlier today ive just watched your video abt prime vs zoom from. 3 years ago? And you went to that lighthouse too

Great video. Love your photos and colors. I bought your LR Presets and will hopefully pick up your books soon. That's an awfully big backpack to be hauling around with such a tiny lens on your camera, doesn't that kinda defeat the purpose? LOL

I really love the 20mm 1.8 :) used it for roughly a year and it's great! Sharp, light & fast

So when do you plan to use your g9? Will it just be for family, baby, everyday life etc.?

Any reason you didn’t consider going for something like the sony 24-240mm or tamron 28-200mm instead of getting the telephoto and a prime? You’d have saved weight and space and in the case of the tamron only really have lost about one stop of aperture on the widest end compared to your setup now. Even if you still felt the need for a faster lens and went with the prime you’d have saved a pretty substantial bit of space with a superzoom for general use.

Loving the content right now James. Keep it up! 😊

I have the 20mm 1.8 and the 50mm 2.8 also on Sony. Good lenses. Those zooms you mentioned are way too expensive to justify for my uses.

I have been using a 50mm 1.8 for the past few weeks on my 5d classic to try challenge myself with composition. Have to say I'm loving it. Great video James 👍

Sony bringing out the 50mm f1.2 and the f2.5 baffles me. The zeiss 55mm f1.8 is incredible

I think you made the right choice, the 20mm makes for gorgeous video really (I was impressed). And the 50 too makes for really good photos (even if you already had good photos). The results are here and validate your choice ! Makes me almost rethink mine (I chose Fuji in APSC, cuz I didn't feel the need for full-frame)...

Hi James. How are you managing sensor dust. Any different from the Panasonic gear. Less , same or more dust spots. Perhaps at 60 mpix you cant even notice it.

Awesome video. Also love the editing.

Another great watch James, love the idea of this series. Very nice set of photos you got too 👌👏

Such a beautiful video with amazing pics!

Heh, I'm loving my latest 20mm Canon f2.8, and it's been on the camera waaaay longer than one hour!!!!!!!!! 😁

I think for a future video you should do a 10 shot challenge with Nigel Danson and Henry Turner. Nifty fifty only and must be monochrome images. It would be interesting to see all three of you come together and see your different techniques and results on the same location.

Great stuff as always. Curious: Did you go back and forth deciding between the 20mm 1.8 and the 24mm 1.4? Trying to decide myself between the two now (mostly for landscapes and environmental/street).

Loved the hay bale on the beach...and then you didn't take THE picture ! Gutted 😞

Can i tell me more about the settings? What do u focus on for such a wide shots?

Some great shots with that lens James, I have also had my eye on it - being predominantly a people photographer. I'm trying to get to see and feel an 'actual' 50mm 1.2 but rare as hens teeth as they say right?

Confused why you can't justify a 50mm 1.2 but could if it was a 24mm. Depth of field becomes less of a factor the wider you go. Especially with the benefits of mirror less and image stabilisation. Apols if I got it wrong