It's always a cycle. People chase new technology, and go back to retro every a few years. Eventually technology move on, especially for professional work where efficiency is highly important. On the other side, the leftover technology used and loved by people will still be used and loved by some people, just less of them. It's amazing to have the camera industry producing reliable and long lasting products that allow us to use products made in 1950s or even earlier in 2022. It's one of the rare doors that lets you touch and feel the history.

I remember looking through my father’s Pentax dslr when I was a little boy. The OVF really fascinated me… even more than the photos it produced. Still to this day, there is a satisfaction in composing images through ground glass pentaprisms vs an LCD. I feel like it’s more “real.” LCDs may technically be more advantageous, but still doesn’t have the same satisfaction of a prism. Perhaps I am too old school. 😂

I took my D750 out shooting street a few nights ago and Id forgotten how great it is. Then I saw this video. Awesome video.

You are the only person I know spreading the gospel of DSLRs. All I need in life is a D600 and vintage lenses!

I have finally found my dream DSLR camera: The Pentax K3 Mk. III ! The haptic, the build quality and the results are just fantastic! I am sooo absolutely happy with this camera :-)!

Is just nice as always hear you talking, sharing ideas and clarifying our minds. Or just even sharing your expirience. I am always waiting for your videos because i finish them feeling so good haha. Good job as always Samuel!

Glad I found this video which has mirrored my experience. I started in film shooting SLR in highschool the 80's, then went to Leica for a bit when I started working, then went to digital SLR cameras, re-joined the digital Leica bandwagon, and now back to shooting DSLRs being my first love. My Leica gear is now sitting "gathering dust" in my dry box. Nothing quite beats the SLR form factor for me.

D1X (CCD color is unlike anything from the modern CMOS) matched to the amazing 35mm f/2 AF-D. Tough, fast, reliable, familiar. Mirrorless is for gearheads and pixel peepers. Leica is for the jet set, more money then sense types.

I have all mirrorless cameras now - but I do miss using a DSLR for many of the same reasons you mentioned. I recently picked up my old Nikon F100 and just looked through the viewfinder - the size, clarity and brightness of the scene as viewed directly through the lens was just impressive. And you are correct about using manual focus - it is really a lot easier than people think - especially with a nice bright diopter correct viewfinder.

We all go through different phases in life. Fun and honest video Sam!

This video was so informative, really enjoyed hearing you share your perspective!

I started doing photography kinda recently (in the lest few years) and I was attracted to mirrorless cameras from the get go. To me, being able to see your exposure in real time was a huge advantage as a beginner, and the shorter flange distance meant that you could adapt pretty much any vintage glass to it, even Leica M stuff. To me, there was no drawbacks and almost only advantages to get a good mirrorless camera. And I still feel that way ! My first camera that I would consider to be worth anything was teh Fuji X-T1, I since upgraded and do most of my work on the X-T2 and those cameras are a joy to use. BUT there was something missing. See, when you press the shutter on a mirrorless, you have the sound of the shutter curtain, no much movement of the camera, and that's where I found that something was missing. I remembered as a kid, playing with my dad's cameras, the biggest fun factor for me was pressing the shutter, hear that mechanical sound of the mirror flipping up, shaking the whole camera, and I can't really describe it, but it felt like camera had a soul. It was clunky (definitely more than using a modern EVF) but it had a very good fun factor that I don't think any mirrorless camera could achieve, even today. I started shooting with my old man's DSLR, and soon after ordered one for myself, a 2008 Nikon D700 and really I'm just like a kid everytime I pick up that camera again. I'm not going to leave mirrorless as I still think those are the best cameras in terms of ease of use, performance and size, but I'm fine with having both systems, and using those for different things !

The D850 is my favorite camera of all time. I sold it off for the X100V, cried about it for a about a year and ahalf......and went back to repurchase a D850.

A video like this has been needed for a LONG time. Thank you.

Thanks for another enjoyable and thought provoking video. I agree that each types of camera serve different purposes for different people. That purpose can also definitely change for a person with time.

Another fantastic video Samuel, I really appreciate your humor and candid style.

No offense, but this build quality argument re. leicas sounds a bit unfair to me. There is nothing wrong with the build quality of a D850 or 5D or K3...they are all strong as Fort Knox. It's just that the 'builds' are different. Just my opinion.

Don't know why, but this video made want to pick up my camera and go out shooting. Just seeing you guys out there with your cameras shooting around having a good time is a good spark of inspiration!!!

You have discussed some very compelling reasons to choose a camera system. And this couldn’t have come at a better time. I am so tempted to go with D850 now and maybe the next X100 series for street photography. Great video 🙏

Really love this long videos you make man! Always looking forward to your uploads:)

I really enjoy your videos because you share your opinion from a user perspective and not a KZfaqr if that makes sense. I agree that as technology improves we are more and more shooting with a computer in our hands. Film cameras take us back to the basics and although old, some things from the past are still relevant. Its great to have options and for many of us we can have a variety of cameras to use. Love my Leica and the manual focusing and on my nikon slr. Don't even try that on my fuji. The more cameras you use the more you learn what works for you. Really good video!

I am so grateful for this video, I was complaining all time for not having the money for leicas but I have nice Nikon gear (including manual AIS lenses mint condition). Seen you circling back to Nikon DSLR tod me real loud "just go use the gear you have". Thank you

I could see the honesty in your face. I appreciate it my friend. Me too am a dslr shooter. Sold my Leica 2 years ago and never looked back.

The first real digital camera I got coming from a Minolta was a Nikon D60. Stuck with that system through to the D750 and honestly loved all of them that I had, never understood all of the Nikon bashing even back in the day. (especially 5D II days 🤣) Loved this whole video and conversation. After I stopped shooting weddings, I sold my SL2 system because as much as I enjoyed the experience, that's a lot of bread to not be bringing any in with 'em. You know raising a family costs way more than these cameras. Hahaha

14:40 a beeping focus warning sound system oils have been perfect. It’s also possible to install a split screen in the camera. I did it on a older CCD Nikon and it works very well

Excellent thought process, as usual. Liked the Anthony Bourdain feel of this video. The more culture and food, the better.

Great to see you again and having fun with a new camera :)

Samuel - I love seeing you share your wisdom in such a calm unpretentious and humble way. A lot of your thoughts resonate with me and many others Im sure. I wish people in their 20’s understood how much their perspective will change when they are in their 30s and 40s. I wish they were a little more humble and had a little more respect for others perspectives. And I’m not speaking about photography here.

Sam, your video's are getting better and better. Keep up the good work!!

Great Video! Had waited a long time for this video after our meeting because I was very surprised to see you with the 850. Although the combination possibilities probably make your camera set very special. That's what the choice of technology should make, as close as possible to your needs. I also saved on a Leica M11 with 35mm and, fun fact, bought a brand new motorcycle instead with which I can now take photo trips.... That now satisfies my needs excellently

I feel that so much. Some time ago I wondered why my pictures actually always follow the same pattern and why I could photograph so much more versatile and sometimes much better motifs 10 years ago. The M reduces the spontaneous possible but sometimes very much and you are so nailed to a certain imagery, especially if you want to do street photography in Germany, because it often remains only f8 and hip shooting. I now use a D800 again much more. Unfortunately, it's more conspicuous, but I guess you have to face that.

Wonderful video, super impressed at your Japanese. But more impressed by your human focused look at why photography is special.

Great hearing your thoughts on Leica, your trusty Ricoh GRs and your Nikon D850 . . I started using film SLRs in 1973 and transitioned into DSLRs when the Nikon D100 arrived, and shot many important events and prominent people on it e.g. Prime Ministers and visiting royalty. . even now when I have to shoot a fast moving event professionally, I find myself relying on my Nikon DSLRs, but for street or casual days out, I find my little Sony NEX 5T hard to beat, and in fact shot my best selling print on it thru its 18-55mm kit lens, which backs up that old adage “The best camera is the one you have with you!” . . . so I think you hit it all right on the head regarding your view on the Leica legacy. Great viewing as I find all your stories. Thanks and keep them coming. Ian

Sam, You're like a breath of fresh air when it comes to all the latest and greatest hype. I own the Nikon D850, D500, and D7200. I have found the D7200 paired with either the Sigma 17-50mm lens or Nikkor 35mm DX lens to be a great kit for street photography. You may want to consider it if interested in purchasing a reasonably priced go to camera and lens for street photography. BTW while typing this comment I was thinking a retro/used camera system could make an interesting subject for future youtube videos. It would be counter to what photographers are currently being influenced by. I like the way you think..Good Luck

Hi Sammy. Good to see you. I enjoy using a DSLR. Amazing how quickly mirrorless took over. I recently dug out my old Contax 139, that was a really lovely camera. I heard that it was designed by Porsche, I can believe it. I'm not sure whether to bring it back into use, or sell it on. I know everyone is going back to film but I'm not sure. If I had a darkroom I would certainly. I love printing B&W prints. I'm still loving my GRiii, bought on your recommendation, so thanks for that.

Great video and good to see you actualy think about cameras etc rather than going for the lates gear

"Why are we using technology that is hindering the results?" Thats the line right there. Using the right tool for the job! The video came out nice!

Really appreciate your journey. One of the reasons I sold my D850 + Lens combo, it was over 2.5KG and I found I wasn't taking my camera out as much anymore and the size and weight was more of an obstacle. Leica really showed me another side of photography, slowing down, not just randomly snapping 100's of shots etc. That's just for me personally. You can't go wrong with the D850 though, it's a solid camera and sensor.

I think it’s familiarity of the M system. I am so used to M system and the workflow as I practised quite a bit on the Leica film camera previously, I am lazy to change to new system. Especially when my kids are young, it’s time consuming to learn another system. Also kudos to you and Lukasz for keeping photography pure.

I totally agree with a lot of your points and it was refreshing to hear. I recently sold my X-Pro3 to fund two X-H1s. Better grip, easier to use, and now I can run two bodies if I need to. Not as cool and sexy but I get the photos better which is the whole point I think.

I think you just saved me a whole bunch of money Samuel. I've been lusting after an M camera for a while now but in reality my Sony and Fuji cameras do everything the Leica can, and probably do it better. You just bought me back to earth, very timely, thanks. Now to find an OVF SLR lol.

Excellent sample shots especially the man on a boat and the bus window shot.

I kind of feel the same way that you do. Although I never used a Leica, I was already using a Nikon D810 and when everyone started switching to mirrorless, I actually added another D810 with very low shutter count for a really sweet price. I can't think of photography without an OVF. BTW, I love my Pentax K-1 too :) Lovely video.

just stumbled across your video, what a great review and comparison, I wouldn't agree more, I have the same experience, started with SLR - dSLR mostly nikon - tried the Leica ( analogue one) never got use to the focusing, metering and yes with 2 kids running around and shooting them with their school mates - its very difficult to use a manual range finder. I bought my D750 when it was first released and still using it today 9 yrs old! My friend is even still using my D700 from years years back - looking forward for more of your street videos

Great Video.. I have also been rediscovering the pleasures of shooting an old Nikon D3S, I have been a Leica user for many years with M3 - M9 & R9 and I agree with everything you said, I was considering a Leica Q2 but will not buy one now. The old Nikon feels just right.

Picked up my Pentax full frame K-1 after shooting almost all Fuji mirrorless these part two years and gosh it feels good in the hand, enjoying the optical viewfinder direct view of the scene and great ergonomics. Such a enjoyable photographic tool and so robust. But big and heavy.

i am just a hobbiest photographer, but i’ve been a music producer for 20+ years. the greatest beats i’ve made have been using a computer, but at the moment, i’m back using older drum machines. it’s just refreshing using a simpler piece of a equipment, rather than having everything at my disposal with a computer. it helps me think differently. my main film camera is the leica m6, and i enjoy it so much more than any other slr. but when it comes to digital, i really enjoy using fuji cameras, or even my newer sony cameras. i also really like having the options of different gear, music or camera related. it just depends where my headspace is at the moment. lens adapters also help with mixing old with the new.

Just stumbled across your channel. The algorithm was working in my favor. Excellent content. Subscribed.

I think it actually makes sense to chop and change. I don't think I've used a single camera / camera type for more than 3 years before I trade it in and try something else. Any given system will have advantages over any other given system, and it makes sense to try things out. I'm also considering going "back" to a DSLR for a while, just to shake things up.

Went through something similar too... switched back to a DSLR, and am strictly using manual focus and vintage lenses.

I feel you. Being a purist, shooting film for a few years, now not having time, space for developing film and making prints and still want to shoot I bought a full frame DLSR. At this moment trying to buy a Manual lens(Voigtlander 40mm) I miss the experience shooting film. I’ve been there and enjoyed it. I agree, it’s time to move on

I always used the Nikon d700, made a switch to fuji xpro1-xpro2 and xpro3. But the cameras felt a little bit to small for me, just made the switch to the Leica SL and I'm so happy!

Great video. I'm stuck in the past. I am very happy with my equipment. I use a Nikon D700 (awesome), Ricoh GRD3 and a Grii. I don't need anything else.

Very nice and thought provoking. I am also a DSLR fan. But I have a few different types of cameras. I like them all, but some are only for very specific uses.

Hi Samuel, great videao! Thanks a lot! I use a Nikon D600 and a Leica M9 and for me, I love both of them. The Nikon is great, you get wonderful lenses like the AF 50/1.4, the AF 105/2.8 Macro or the AF 180/2.8 at a begain price used. I grew up with SLR and owned a Nikon F3 with great manual focus lenses. But some years ago I decided to get my dream come true and I sold all my analogue stuff to buy a used digital Leica M9 with 50 and 90mm lenses. After a while I realised the lack of focus speed and I bought the used D600. Now I am happy with this combination, as it is. The Nikon DSLR is perfect for speed, e.g. when I'm shooting our dogs = when I want to be shure to match the focus. And the Leica M9 is about concentration, perception, training the own view. And honestly the Leica lenses and the sensor of the M9 are increadibly pefect. At the bottom line these are two systems you can't compare. I love them both and decide frome time to time witch one to use.

Thanks for this honest view. Much appreciated.

Interesting timing on this video! I just picked up a mint black Nikon DF with a 50mm for 800 a few days ago. Like you, I also went through the Leica black hole and have gone through several mirrorless systems ever since it’s introduction. I agree with everything you said, I guess I tend to go against the herd as well haha.

Excellent video, I am 100% with you. I am using old Sony DSLRs for years (A100/A700) with great old minolta lenses...I love them so much that I decided to experience the NIKON DSLRs too.I bought a D700, a D300 and D200 (for the CCD rendering) almost new for very small amount of money (200euro/120 euro and 80 euro). Image quality at the top like ergonomics and build quality. Mirrorless are probably great for some specific usages like video+photo reportages or super low light photography and also autofocus speed capabilities....but their main advantages is to allow photographers with smaller budget to access superb photography tools: classic DSLRs.

The line about "this is sweet, reminds me of shooting with my sweet DSLRs" had me in pieces 😂

'Lost In Translation' clips!! Perfect.... my all-time favourite movie. I bought a used Nikon D3 and a 28mm AI Nikkor for under £500. Great images!!

One of the Funniest Videos for camera experiences I saw in a long time!!! With a lot of truths! Thank you Samuel! Pls. tell me about the music you use as of min. 8:20. Sounded like old Dave Brubeck or Stan Getz records. Love it! Also you tore apart my intention to go for a Panasonic S5. OK, back to square One and rethink! The 850 is very big and heavy, but I will really think AGAIN about what is really important for me with shooting and working on and enjoying my photos. So thanx again, cheers.

Love. My d850 and z8 for different reasons. But the 850 is a wonderful camera experience❤

Those subtle audio memes are gold you freaking CLOWN Samuel! 🤣😂

The beauty of a DSLR such as the D850, is that you can shoot just about anything, in any situation, and get very good to great results. The lens selections feel "endless".

Love the DSLR love in your videos. I thought I was missing out but not having mirrorless! I actually love my Pentax APS-c camera (K70), cost me less than $600 new and I paired it with a used 35 mm f2.0 film lens for under $200. I consider myself a hobbyist, photographic artists (aren't we all!) and I can create art without having to spend thousands of dollars.

I completely agree with you on the superiority of the optical viewfinder, I'm not moving to using EVFs any time soon. I shoot a Canon dslr by the way, though some of my legacy cameras that I use, like the the Sony R1/F828 and Sony H1 and H2 and my Minolta A1 and A2 use EVFs, but the optical viewfinder on my Canon dslr seems more natural, great video, many thanks.

Really thought full perspective like a good OVF. Enjoyed that a lot.

Thanks for this video. Helps me to not feel like a dinosaur still preferring my dslr. Thanks for the support!😁

Very authentic feelings. Thanks for sharing.

Sold my Canon 5D MK 4 and bought a Fuji X100 VI.Really regret selling it,so i sold the X100 VI and went back to the 5D MK4.

I still use my Nikon F100 as my main camera. The experience of a mirror slapping can never be beat. Also been looking at the D700 for a digital alternative.

Always enjoy the content! 👊🏽🤙🏽

Totally agree re: Leica. I own an M9 and the M9M only because 1) I love CCD sensors and 2) it’s for when I want that walkabout experience. I never use them at home with my kids - I can’t function at light speed. My X100V is a great substitute for that. I also have a Nikon DF that I adore and can go stupid high on ISO in low light. I think we live in a time of incredible availability of camera options that don’t have to cost the same as a small car. I can’t ever see myself justifying a modern Leica when comparing against all the other options out there. That M9 monochrome though…

I just got back into photography after several years off. I’m shooting with a Nikon N8008 and a D700 and I’m loving it. My cameras are ancient compared to today’s tech but I don’t care. I’m having fun and producing great images. I appreciate your philosophy and perspective.

Lovely video. Thanks for sharing your passion so nicely

I'm also using a digital body and manual focus lens, although I went the mirrorless route because of the focus peaking ability of EVFs. My Lumix S1R has the best EVF I've ever seen, absolutely huge and hella sharp. I use the EVF in Monochrome and the Focus Peaking in bright red, so I can always see where the focus plane is and with my fast lenses (1.4, 1.8 etc) it's super handy. I can go worked fast even at f2 or 2?8, just having my subject go red and then BAM shutter. If I wanna critically focus I can punch in 20x (although that's really extreme, 8x is more than enough) but being able to do this at just the press of a single button is so nice I can really shoot as fast as my friends with Canon AF lenses without any compromises, but with my old Zeiss lenses I bought from all over Europe. So yeah, MF lenses on digital bodies rock ! I hope to see more of your photography with that D850

I am very happy that you are happy and go out and shoot again.This is the only think that matters.A photographer have to shoot with the camera make him happy and most important have to shoot.Keep shooting,be happy.

Thx Sammy, I appreciate your words and rebellious act 🤭 I’ll better stay with what I already have. Cheers, Steve

I am old. I bought a new M3 when I was in the army in West Germany for $280. It was a terrific camera for the time. I had been thinking about selling it years later because of its inflexibility for lenses other than the ones that had frame lines in the viewfinder. Fortunately it was stolen and I had a series of dlsrs after that enabled new ways of seeing.. I was very disillusioned with at one point when they remetered and relabeld a $250 Minolta and sold it as a Leicaflex for about 5 times the price of the Minolta. All that Leica mystique just went away. Happily shooting with Fujifilm now which, in my opinion, improved on the image quality of my D800. You are right about the grips though.

I can really recommend checking out the D700. Insanely good colors, small RAW files and perfect built. Plus you can get them for quite cheap

Simply love and admire your viewpoints here. Honest and open. Certainly prices from all camera manufacturers and second hand resellers, are out of control! Additionally, I find there is with regard to camera gear, quite a bit of elitism displayed in the KZfaq space, as well. My two cents of course. Not that anyone asked. Thank you.

And I thought I was crazy to miss my DSLR like, big Lumix S1R for street photography... You and Lukasz from Eyexplore convinced me I am not (totally) mad after all. I am on the verge of buying it again (would be the first time I buy a camera twice 😅🙃).

I recently upgraded my dslr ( canon 60D ) to a R6 which has the 1DX mark iii’s sensor with 5 axis IS, phenomenal upgrade and really motivated to get out and snap away. Attached my 50mm 1.2 L and :))

Yes Samuel I could not agree more, I’ve said this for years, Leica is close to Jewellery. The real question is, what do you need for the job ? A DSLR probably has a depth of field preview button which is not present on range- finders, you see exactly what you are getting, what could be more fundamental ? Great video, and congratulations on breaking away !!

I switched to a M6 mark ii for compactness only to find out the camera is not weather sealed 😫 what I like about DSLR’S is they are built very well and mostly are weather sealed 👍🏼

Pentax DSLRs have AF confirmation beep and AF point illumination even for vintage lenses. For vintage lenses, you get the centre point AF illumination and beep. For newer lenses, you have all focus points that can illuminate so you know exactly where you are focused.

I am rocking a d500 and d750 combo and loving it. I don't want to change anytime in the near future.

Great video. I agree completely. My DSLR is the Pentax K-1. Great ergonomics, weather sealed, LED lights, tilting screen, terrific dynamic range and a built in astrotracer. Yeah, it’s heavier, but it feels like a camera should IMHO. And I can easily use all the Pentax and Takumar vintage glass.

thanks for a highly relevant video! I also sold my m cameras for a "modern" mirrorless w autofocus (lumix s1r). I have kept my m lenses to use with an adapter, but I am not sure if they are worth it. even my 28 summicron asph looks soft compared to the lumix "kit" 24-105 which is phenomenal. For me, the m lenses seem only to have an advantage regarding size. I may just do like you have done and sell all my leica stuff and have change left over when I replace it with modern and (probably) superior lenses. Cheers and keep up the good work!

Hi Samuel, you are actually the person who influenced me to buy a Canon 5D mark 1 last year. It was kind of a just-for-fun camera but lately it's been my main camera for street and pretty much everything else! The colors of the JPG files are amazing for me and the RAW files process really nicely as black and whites. I also started photography using DSLR's so it's so nostalgic to be using them again! Thanks for sharing your content Samuel, stay safe!

You got it right with the 'do I really need the latest?' question. Comparing an entry level Pentax DSLR with an entry Panasonic mirrorless, I found that it has less programs and filters, the video quality is sub-standard, only a fixed screen, short battery life etc. I bought a 2nd hand Panasonic GX8 with only 50 (!) pictures taken. Using this camera from 2016, there is no need to upgrade anything, it has a magnesium-alloy body and is water resistent. It is smaller and lighter, therefore less intrusive, than any DSLR. Especially in black. You can get great and small/light 2nd hand M43 fixed focal lenses. Keep it up...

I own 2 DSLR’s. Pentax KP and K3 MK3. Awesome cameras. Awesome not just for image quality but also ergonomics. Weight can be an issue if you don’t plan. I sometimes carry a maximum of 2 lenses and they’ll probably be similar lengths like 21mm and 35mm. I’ll design the shoot around the lenses.

I feel ya. I was shooting SLR/DSLR mostly, then jumped to the mirrorless bandwagon (with FujiFilm X-E1) when it became the hype. It was like a step back in the beginning, however I learned to like mirrorless, the almost silent shutter and even the EVF (after I put it in BW-mode). However all that changed in 2021 when PENTAX K-3 Mark III came out, it felt very much like coming home, as you said in the video. Everything on that camera is perfect, its size & weight, the ergonomics, and the OVF is magnificent!

This is really interesting. I have an M6 and I got it basically because of it’s near silent shutter for being on the street. It’s beautiful and functional, but it’s just about the least dexterous camera I have ever used. Unless I’m going out to shoot candid stuff, I always find myself picking something else up. I got it at a good price for the market, but I genuinely believe I could use something a tenth of the price and get good results. However ultimately, I believe the gear fascination a lot of us have is a distraction anyway. Or maybe that’s just how I feel about myself and I should stop projecting in comment sections lol

Leica has been and always will be a niche product. There's really no benefit to limiting yourself to the access that technology provides us for the sake of appearances or brand loyalty. Good for you for being honest about what works for you and the way you shoot.

Great video Samuel! Had the D850. I shoot with a Nikon Df and DK-17M 😊 You should try the Df. Small and looks nice

I have a Canon R5 but when shooting for pure pleasure, I use a Leica M or even go back to the old and trusted Canon 6D (love that camera). Shooting mirrorless feels like a first person shooter video game.

I can relate to what your saying :) And i also always sort of wanted to find my own setup even as you say we always get influenced somehow along the way from someone. For me its important finding something that appeals to me and my style of shooting and that change too, so i always kept my favorite DSLRs as well as the mirror less cameras i liked over the last couple of years and the analog cameras i love. I know its the contrary to simplicity and thats something i understand the benefit of as well. I just cant do it that way, it seems i always tend to gravitate getting more gear i love and "might need" when i enter a new path and like something else. I loved and love the sensor in the D4/Df so therefor i kept them and use them when i want those lenses and the DSLR experience , i kept my M240 with the lenses i like for that experience, but i also got my first mirrorless love the X-T1 and adapt lenses to that for the compactness and fun in trying out new lenses. And then a host of analog cameras of different brands. I to be honest i try to use all of it for different times and occasions. Like you though my first "love" was DSLR and my brand was Nikon, so if i could only have one system i think i will always end up using my Df or D700 or D4 with a few loved lenses and drag that around no matter how heavy it was lol.... yeh what can you say ;) I also had my eyes on the D850 for a while , it seems like a really component camera, not so keen o all those pixels, but otherwise it seems like the perfect upgrade from the D810 i had once but was too slow and boring. So if my D4 dies i think its the way to go :)

Hi. I do agre with your opinion. (concerning Leica). I am a hobbyist on photography. I remember before, whenever, I take pictures of my beloved wife Becca, she becames irritated/impatient, due to the long wait, when I do manual focusing on my old Nikon F2as camera. (in the early '80s). So , when I decided to come back to photography ( in 2018, using a Nikon D700) everything was easy, with the new technology of auto focus in your hand. Photography is an, expensive hobby, as they say. So, I am taking my time acquiring slowly good lenses. Thank you so much for your video and in sight on you experience, in photography: being open, honest & down to earth. Keep on shooting. God bless.

I like your view! and that you build your own opinion - even thinking outside the box. To confirm I am struggling with the same "issues". I am also a gearhead and guilty of LBA and GBA. I own a Pentax K-1 (Mark I) amongst 5 other Pentax, Leicas, using lots of GR's (since GX200), Fuji X-T1. You know what? The Ricoh is the always in my bag camera when leaving the house, the Leicas are for "showing off with the brassed brick" (;-) mhmhm and off course for specific fotos with that Leica pop using the crazy 35mmAPO, the Fuji X-T1 is the travel camera with the 18-135mm and when I really want to have a CAMERA in my hand I'l pick up my Pentax K-1 for digital and the LX for film....Why am I not using Nikon (850)? You gave the answer already with that afghan video snippet ;-) Hurrah for Pentax! Edit: the "off course" is intentionally with 2f's