THE TRUTH ABOUT SWITCHING TO MIRRORLESS CAMERAS: DSLR vs mirrorless cameras explored

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My name is Simon d'Entremont and I'm a professional wildlife and nature photographer from Eastern Canada. Are you considering the move to mirrorless and wondering how the change from a DSLR will affect you? This is the video for you! Correction: Pentax has IBIS in some DSLR models!
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@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

Did you go mirrorless recently? What did you get and why? Or maybe why you haven’t switched? I'm always looking for insight into my viewers to make better videos! Also, Pentax has IBIS in DSLRs!

@alexk7977 Жыл бұрын

I'm waiting on my EOS R6 Mark II to arrive. I'm sad to lose the extra range of the APS-C sensor on my EOS 80D but also excited to have the extra light gathering of a full frame sensor for my astrophotography. I'm really hoping that a 6-year and step up upgrade in camera bodies will help with all the basics in image quality. Not to mention the massive upgrade in autofocus capabilities.

@patrickguilfoyle8884 Жыл бұрын

I bought a Canon EOS R5 for the 46 megapixels & auto focus, eye tracking for wildlife images. I don't mind buying DSLR lenses which are cheaper than RF lenses.

@kimpedersen Жыл бұрын

Not yet - waiting for Nikon to get their thumb out... :) D4s and D800 is still being used here.

@Sven-R Жыл бұрын

I’m on mirrorless for 10 years, starting with the Panasonic G3, then the G70 and now the G9.

@maddog1046 Жыл бұрын

I had been using a Nikon D500. I used it for both underwater photography and above water wildlife. My results were good, but not great. Almost certainly due to my lack of my personal skill rather than the camera being deficient. My underwater housing flooded and my D500 went to camera heaven way too early! I had to wait to save up enough money to get a new camera. This was the time period that mirrorless cameras were beginning to emerge as being a better alternative to DSLR cameras for the reasons you stated in this video. I was convinced by a KZfaq channel on underwater camera equipment that despite the bad reviews, the Nikon Z7 was a great camera for underwater photography. It also helped that I already had lenses for the Nikon DSLR that could be adapted to the Z7. I ended up buying a used one and a new underwater housing; unfortunately, due to Covid-19 I haven't had a chance to use it underwater. Then the Canon R5 came out and suddenly I became extremely distraught because it was obviously a much better camera than my Nikon Z7 for underwater and wildlife photography. Oh well, live an learn I guess. I planned on buying the Canon R5; however, most of the reviews on KZfaq for wildlife cameras were spouting the virtues of the Sony a1. I was also turned off by the fact that Canon does not allow third party lenses to be made for their R mount cameras. I had been using a point and shoot Sony RX 100 VI one inch sensor mirrorless camera both underwater and above water. I was getting awesome results, at least for me, with it and I saved up enough money to buy a used Sony a1 and a new Sony 200-600mm lens (for wildlife) and a Sigma 14-24mm art lens (for landscape). I'm planning on adding the Tamron 35-150mm lens as soon as I've saved up enough money. I have not yet had a chance to get out and use them, but hoping I will get my chance this summer. I have no immediate plans to get an underwater housing for the Sony a1, because I just can't afford to replace it in case the housing floods. I hope this wasn't too long and boring. Thank you again for all of your videos; I learn a lot from them!!! 😁

@codyc4694 Жыл бұрын

Everything we DSLR users needed to know about mirrorless. All in less than 15 minutes. Straight to point and no bias, as usual. Thanks Simon!

@DonBernhard Жыл бұрын

Yes, but likely to cost me some serious cash as now I really want to get a mirrorless system. 😉

@Pfagnan 11 ай бұрын

@@DonBernhardyou won’t regret it!! I switched and it’s bloody marvellous! 😎

@nper4lta 9 ай бұрын

@@DonBernhard Depending on which system you are transferring from, you could get an adapter to use your old lenses.

@JM23007 9 ай бұрын

@@DonBernhardsame. A little over $2000 for a z6ii with the lens. A huge jump up from my little $400 beginners Nikon DSLR.

@mediamannaman 8 ай бұрын

I have only used mirrorless since I started real estate photography/videography over 5 years ago. I’ve never had battery-life problems. On rare occasions (such as shooting 5 houses in a day) I may need to switch batteries. I also shoot birds and nature. Autofocus is incredible! I LOVE the mirrorless experience, but maybe I don’t know what I’m missing.

@ibcrootb 4 ай бұрын

The duck photo is absolutely breathtaking

@garythebadger 3 ай бұрын

Your content is great, BUT I really came here to say your delivery style is superb! Very clear, well-paced, just the right amount of energy, inclusive of all the little necessary details...very professional!

@JamesPetroff 12 күн бұрын

Simon, you could be a great TV newscaster in Nova Scotia.

@stumpbumpers 6 ай бұрын

I cannot imagine the time you put into these videos. Even with a production crew I could not imagine these videos being any better. Inserting example videos and photos from previous shoots and/or staging an example shoot to fill in, is just seamless. Your tone, clarity, cadence and depth of instruction is great. You videos are a go to for myself and my son as we enjoy shooting for fun. Thanks

@RogerZoul Жыл бұрын

“The odds of seeing a bald eagle cruising through your living room is very, very low.” :). Too true!

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

lol

@rxmcfadden01 Жыл бұрын

But never 0%

@thegreatvanziniphotos5976 Жыл бұрын

So, you're saying there is a chance!

@peterw903 Жыл бұрын

In Seattle, it's possible to see a bald eagle fly by our windows!

@thegreatvanziniphotos5976 Жыл бұрын

@@peterw903 yes, I'm down in the Salem area & we see them from time to time on the Willamette.

@jamesschulte9110 Жыл бұрын

As someone who has transitioned from using a 5d Mk4 to an R6 in the last year I heartily agree with the statement:”It won’t make you a better photographer but you will get more keepers, have better exposures, won’t disturb people in a silent theatre and deliver sharper pictures at lower shutter speeds with IBIS” All very true, honestly I think these advantages might be getting undersold here but overall once again Simon presents a nuanced and thorough perspective.

@glacialimpala Жыл бұрын

I had 7d and 70d, was considering to finally get a full frame but now I see that I should go for a mirrorless camera. Would it be too much to ask, since I assume you did a lot of research and haven't yet forgot all that you found out, which camera would you recommend as a slightly cheaper alternative to R6? Doesn't even have to be full frame, but great AF and cool EVF are a must.

@frankfurter7260 Жыл бұрын

“It won’t make you a better photographer but you will get more keepers, have better exposures, won’t disturb people in a silent theatre and deliver sharper pictures at lower shutter speeds with IBIS.” 🤔 More keepers, better exposures, won’t disturb people and sharper pictures at lower shutter speeds sounds like a better photographer.

@Foxglove963 Жыл бұрын

Can you remember the menu? Bet you can't. Its like flying a plane without the survival book.

@amberhawke Жыл бұрын

@@glacialimpala If I may offer my opinion, if you can't afford the R6Mk2 or R6, then you have a choice of two wonderful cameras, the R8 and R7, both for about $1500. The R8 is full-frame, has great autofocus and shoots quite competent video. It's downsides are the lack of IBIS and a small battery. The R7, which essentially replaced the 7D and 90D, is an APS-C crop sensor, weather sealed, has IBIS, and also has a good autofocusing system. I have the R7, I used to shoot with the 7DMk2, and I love the lighter weight and smaller size of the R7. The R7 also uses Canon's standard LP-E6NH battery, so you'll get plenty of shots with it. I got mine with the 18-150 kit lens, this makes a very nice walk-around camera.

@petercreagh8797 Жыл бұрын

@@glacialimpala The Canon R7 has a very good AF but the EVF is not that high definition from what I have read

@footsy420 Жыл бұрын

One of the biggest advantages for mirrorless for me is not having to use the light meter and instead just having zebbra stripes for everexposed pixels. I shoot skiers and snowboaders. As the subject fills more of the frame the light meter will show things getting darker but the light is the same. I simply dial down until the zebras disappear and I have optimum exposure until the light changes.

@evelynvongizycki1017 7 ай бұрын

Oh, I didn’t realize this so you don’t have to use a light meter with mirrorless? That makes it even more attractive because light meters are expensive and I don’t have one.

@jnhkx 6 ай бұрын

@@evelynvongizycki1017 I'm probably didn't understand your text correctly but, in that case, what do you mean light meters are expensive? It's literally in every DSLR already. That bar down the screen or OVF that say -2__-1__0__+1__+2. Anyway, in MRL you didn't need it at all because it's like your phone (phone camera is MRL). What you see it's what you get. How bright or dark you want your photo to look like you just adjust the exposure setting and see the result in real time.

@eliazar98188 6 ай бұрын

My 2008 XS Canon shows the histogram in real time with the live view mode on. What kind of cameras have you been using??????🤔🤔🤔🤔

@footsy420 6 ай бұрын

@@eliazar98188mirrorless

@evelynvongizycki1017 5 ай бұрын

@@eliazar98188 I have only been using my phone for years now and I finally just got a mirrorless camera last week

@johncairns7433 Жыл бұрын

The main benefit of mirrorless cameras to me is, there are a lot of DSLR's on the second hand markets for those of us who don't have deep pockets. I just got back into photography and picked up a 1D X with 13k actuation's for less than $1200. And to me this is a belter of a camera. I'm sure I will have a mirrorless in the future, but I'm firmly in the DSLR camp. Great video by the way. 👍

@KooriMoonrise Жыл бұрын

Same here, I recently came back to photography, I upgraded from D90 to D500 because of the second hand market and used my old D90 for over 10 years. So the D500 will last as long if not ever more than the D90. So when the transitition will happen, the mirrorless will be less expensive ! 😀

@crimlarksSteve Жыл бұрын

@@KooriMoonrise D500 is a great camera - probably the best crop sensor DSLR made

@Tugela60 Жыл бұрын

Those old sensors are junk compared to modern sensors.

@Dustyphoto915 Жыл бұрын

Those full frame lenses are dropping in price too.

@brianlee8445 9 ай бұрын

Really good mirrorless cameras are still out of my budget. Still have many more important things to part my hard earned cash on like mortgage, car payments, student loans, food, retirement savings etc. Thousands on a hobby just doesn't make sense for me. With costs being prohibitive, I will have to relegate my free cash to continuing to add equipment in the used DSLR market. I can't afford to buy the flavor of the day, but its the images not the camera that is much more important to me now and a good DSLR is still more than capable in that department. For now I am content with just trying to make the best images I possibly can because I still have a long way to go. For now the D7200 for landscapes and the D500 for sports, and hopefully counting on myself for the creation of good images. If I hit the lottery, then maybe a Z8 or Z9 will become a reality.

@dsevans3767 Жыл бұрын

Simon - your videos are consistently excellent. You are so knwoledgable and present on the subject with incredible clarity. Thank you! One bit of feedback....you don't need to offer the "stay to the end..." during your introduction becuase anyone with any sense will almost certainly want to watch the whole video!

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you!

@davidrussell7183 Жыл бұрын

Simon, what he said 100% :)

@mattdumais6465 Жыл бұрын

Agree!

@cristibaluta Жыл бұрын

This are easy subjects, almost universal knowledge by now, not even sure why i watched

@Durio_zibethinus Жыл бұрын

@@cristibaluta an expert at craft, and a good communicator are two different things. Simon has both.

@jerry2357 Ай бұрын

I moved to micro four thirds in 2020. Getting older, I was getting tired carrying a full frame DSLR around all day. When I went on holiday, I tended to take a high-end compact rather than my DSLR because of this. And I was getting equally good results with my compact in camera club competitions, partly because of the e.v.f. showing the exposure before I took the photos. So I switched to Olympus, and I have not regretted the decision. There is a very good range of lenses available.

@paulhudson117 Жыл бұрын

Once again, an awesome video! Your blending in of subject, illustrated video of the inside of a camera, and other things makes your videos easy to follow and understand. Your attention to detail and the flow of your presentation makes your videos a must see. Thank you!

@chantaljacques7664 Жыл бұрын

Always informative and interesting... so efficient in delivery comprehensive information. Great job Simon as always!

@user-kn1tc 5 ай бұрын

Hey Simon , thank you very much showing us this very beautyful pictures and your interesting comments of course , wish you all the best !

@ElectricShadowsZone 11 ай бұрын

Simon, thank you for a thoughtful and entertaining video. Your knowledge and experience certainly come through in your presentation. I traded my Canon DSLR for a mirrorless micro 4/3 camera a few years ago, mainly because of the form factor. Also, I do love the EVF and the noiseless electronic shutter.

@robertf4209 Жыл бұрын

Your photography content is the best I have found. Content rich, excellent pace, interesting subject matter, and clearly you invest a lot of time and effort both pre and post. Thank you !

@andreigerasimov3196 2 ай бұрын

Thank you, I got answers to all my questions and doubts!

@Troll_troll_troll 4 ай бұрын

This is the cleanest highest quality smoothest video I have ever watched on KZfaq ❤

@simon_dentremont 4 ай бұрын

Wow, thanks!

@altar7885 11 ай бұрын

Wow that wildlife footage in the intro is gorgeous

@thelouisdibianco 8 ай бұрын

Thank you, Simon, for this great education!

@julialegrande2443 7 ай бұрын

Excellent video - well laid out, succinct, packed with helpful information. This is the first video I've seen at this channel. Subbed right away due to how well done the video is.

@danielmcgowan9534 Жыл бұрын

The best camera is the one in your hand that you use. Excellent point.

@usernamemykel 3 ай бұрын

Same with a firearm.

@back1114 Жыл бұрын

Great Video Simon! Love your clean and efficient story. Very well put together AND delivered. Thanks a lot!!! Watching more and more of your videos now!

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

Many thanks!

@vijaypatwardhan70 2 ай бұрын

Very well explained !

@user-zs5vv7rc6r 3 ай бұрын

This was a great, informative video. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

@paulmckenna5224 Жыл бұрын

I just discovered Simon d'Entremont's videos. I'm so glad you get right to the point, stay on topic, and your information is spot-on and useful. Subscribed immediately!

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

Welcome aboard!

@alkrevit4755 Жыл бұрын

I am happy with my DSLR but with your video now fully understand the differences and could make a more informed decision in the future. Thanks

@vitaleonis1196 3 ай бұрын

Fantastic summary

@erickahamburg9503 Жыл бұрын

thanks so much for your clarity and choice of subject.

@kennethcaird3892 Жыл бұрын

The active histogram in the EVF tipped the scales for me. No more poorly exposed pictures. A real game changer!

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

Agree!

@davetx-od6pb Жыл бұрын

I set up the EV control on the wheel on the back of my R5. I watch the histograms in the EVF and spin the wheel with my thumb accordingly.

@2RayneR7 2 ай бұрын

I got my Canon 750D stolen in 2022 so at the start of 2023 I got the Canon R50 just as it came out and I am extremely happy with it. It is better lighter and I still use 18-400 previous gen lens with an Adapter. And if I want to have an extremely light indoors camera I just put that little new gen lens on and I got a tiny cam on me that has the Abilities of a full on DSLR. The focusing features are amazing on the R50 really happy with it.

@lynnecliffe3056 Жыл бұрын

As per usual, quite informative. I also appreciate your honesty and dose of humour.

@Re_Play_Games 10 ай бұрын

Thinking of diving into photography as I plan to travel more. I didn’t know the difference between mirrorless and dslr before this video. Thank you!

@rogervallejo5911 9 ай бұрын

This is one of the best, straightforward and understandable explanation of the difference between mirrorless and DSLRs I've ever seen. I've been a photographer for years and have not quite made the leap to a full-frame mirrorless camera. However, I've often had to explain the difference to non-technical people. I, too, have experienced the struggle in moving an electronic viewfinder after using DSLRs and SLRs in film days for so long. But I think as more folks in a similar situation use cellphones cameras, they will become less averse to using the rear screen as they do with cellphones, or the electronic viewfinder.

@soundscape26 Жыл бұрын

This was a great explanation, thanks Simon. I'm glad the algorithm noticed your channel, your videos deserve a lot of views.

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated!

@tracyeggert8569 2 ай бұрын

I found this video to be very informative! I really appreciate it at this very moment, I am in the process of making the switch. Thank you so very much! I learned a lot......

@chinookskier Ай бұрын

Wow very impressed, absolutely excellent video. Thanks for presenting.

@WernerBirdNature Жыл бұрын

Hi Simon. You perfectly explained all the key points, this video should the #1 reference for people wondering if they would switch. For me, the R6/5 were game changing (Once I could afford one after my trusty 70D nearly drowned in the rain) and they definitely cured my initial fears for EVF, focus, battery life, .. Your bonus tip is pretty modest: while my 70D could go slightly above images 1000 per battery, on a day in a hide shooting mostly electronic, without image review and disabling "Continuous AF" I was able to get 12800 images on my R5 using only 2 batteries 😀

@edhovrud Жыл бұрын

One of the best things I have found with mirrorless cameras is focus peaking using manual focus. I’ve used this with landscape, night, even bird photography (perched birds). In difficult spaces auto focus searches and finds the background or a small twig in the line of sight etc., thus setting focus manually I see exactly what plane I am focused at and has allowed me to get shots before my subject has moved on as I have happen frequently when shooting autofocus. I’ve gotten pretty quick at doing this but of course fast moving subjects require autofocus and subject tracking, and I love the eye tracking feature.

@piotrmkubiak Ай бұрын

Thank you! Incredible and concise video. Great for novices such as myself.

@silentsylith4097 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for breaking this down! Lots of really good information.

@shapshot1 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Simon, I enjoy your video’s you have so much knowledge, your facts are well researched this makes your videos very reliable!👍❤️

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

Many thanks!

@christopherleecowan Жыл бұрын

Mirrorless all the way now, I can do so many different things or styles of photography now. Yes there is always tradeoffs but going mirrorless has opened up a ton of options for me personally. Don't get me wrong I used a crop sensor dslr for 12 years with a lot of success. Now I using a lot of vintage lenses on my mirrorless camera and I have found my love affair that first had with film.

@chadparsons1972 9 ай бұрын

Only mirrorless to buy is a new Leica

@synthrogue6856 6 ай бұрын

@@chadparsons1972😂

@athmaid 3 ай бұрын

@@chadparsons1972why limit yourself like that

@audioessence-ch 6 ай бұрын

Another excellent and helpful video. Thank you so much!

@thomasfx3190 11 ай бұрын

Simon! Great video! I now know 100% more about mirrorless cameras than I did 15 minutes ago, great job. I’m just getting started shooting architecture with my d5500 so I’ve got a lot of learning to do.

@Strodav Жыл бұрын

Well balanced and accurate video. Have both a D850 (D800, D500, D7200) and Z9. The Z9 has some very impressive features not in the D850. I use the Z9 for things in motion, like BIF or sports. For things not in motion, I prefer the D850, even the D7200. There is just something comforting about hearing the slap of the mirror. I will never part with my D850 or my D7200.

@vangestelwijnen Жыл бұрын

D7200 here too and it still works perfectly for me. Stopped buying new bodies every 4-5 years and concentrate more on lenses.

@kwaaikat100 11 ай бұрын

Ex D7000 shooter who now have a Z5. I really miss the D7000, and the ability to use classic lenses like the 50mm AF-D which like all AF-D lenses, does not autofocus on mirrorless. I also miss not having to worry about the battery as I have to with the Z5.

@guyjackson4143 Жыл бұрын

While I am still using dslr and no plans to switch anytime in the near future I really enjoyed the comparison of the two styles of cameras. One thing I believe is noteworthy is that on a couple of brands of mirrorless cameras third party dslr lenses with a adapter will not function as you may be accustomed to.

@btnhstillfire Жыл бұрын

Ya you lose aperture control. I use a canon 300mm lens on my Lumix. I cant change apt but I can still get ranged shots in good lighting.

@edneddy2 Жыл бұрын

@@btnhstillfire That's a cross-platform adapter. Those aren't always perfect but do come in handy. But at least Nikon F lenses will work really good on the Nikon Z mount.

@halfsourlizard9319 2 ай бұрын

I use EF lenses on my R5, and they work perfectly. If you're going across systems, you'll have less functionality. That's orthogonal to mirrorless vs DSLR

@dance2jam 3 күн бұрын

Aa always, tightly narrated and comprehensive and understandable. Exceptionally well done.

@simon_dentremont 2 күн бұрын

Thank you kindly!

@creativepicnl 9 ай бұрын

Great rundown. I started using mirrorless for video and it’s been fun. For photo I kept using a dslr since it’s working just fine and I love it.

@1958zed Жыл бұрын

Very helpful video. I've toyed with moving to mirrorless, but I think I'll stick with my Canon 5d Mk II. Yes, it's old but it's been a really reliable workhorse for my landscape photography. No need for super high shutter speeds or high fps. Thanks for the detailed overview.

@Twobarpsi Жыл бұрын

I like the analog experience my DSLR gives me. Reminds me of the film days. If I want more "modern" experience, I use Live View. Even on my entry level Canon SL3, I get eye detection and dual pixel AF in Live View! Works great for portraits! My next camera will be either a 5D Mk4 or an R5 Mk2!

@dan_erthal 8 ай бұрын

Very detailed and assertive comparison!

@soundhealingbygene 3 ай бұрын

Helps me understand mirrorless cameras in a way that is easy for me thank you

@fingereze7202 Жыл бұрын

Coolest thing about mirrorless camera is the easy ability to use all kinds of lenses. You can get a whole lot of older lenses on the cheap and get some really good deals out there on some quality glass.

@arunakalu Жыл бұрын

I transitioned to mirrorleds in 2020 and will not go back. The reason I was holding back was the optical vs electronic VF. With the last DSLR I had, I had to use reading glasses always to preview my images on the back LCD. It was such a pain. Then one day I was watching a KZfaq video by Hudson Henry and he mentioned with mirrorless EVF you can preview before and after shooting. I went to a camera store and checked out and the EVF really blew me off. Now since I gotten used to it, I can't use the OVF. I like the fact that I can see the photo I am going to take right in the EVF and I always shoot manual. I don't need to take my reading glasses to preview or view photos on LCD screen, I can view and preview then on the EVF without my reading glasses. (There was a time I thought I had to give up photography because my eyesight was getting bad).

@mjay512 Ай бұрын

Wow, you images are amazing as is your ability to teach!

@wallacewestmeath Жыл бұрын

Excellent Simon .. Very Informative and you answered questions i had not even thought of yet ..Thank You .

@zachrichardson5581 10 ай бұрын

Literally the feeling and sound of a shutter is the reason why I prefer slr over mirrorless. I'm pretty simple lol. Other benefits are absolutely real but since the job can be done properly either way it comes down to stuff like personal preferences

@everope Күн бұрын

Mirrorless cameras have shutters

@zachrichardson5581 Күн бұрын

@@everope it's not physical though that's my point. The actual flipping of the mirror is what makes it feel/sound like a DSLR

@migflowers Жыл бұрын

Excellent video, as always! I made the switch to mirrorless a few years ago and my autofocus experience has been a game changer.

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

@Bodphrah78 7 ай бұрын

Great video, I shoot nightclubs mostly so used to working with chaotic lighting, this is a good explanation on helping me decide to switch.

@p.burley4533 8 ай бұрын

Much appreciated knowledge and experience share!

@HDEFMAN1 Жыл бұрын

You have provided an engaging and informative overview of the differences between the two technologies. Mirrorless is starting to look like the future of photography. I recently upgraded from my trusty Canon 60D which is an APS-C camera to a near mint 5D Mark III which is full frame. This is going to be a wonderful journey of exploration for me as I get to grips with my newish camera but I can see me falling for the charms of mirrorless cameras once the price of these cameras comes down a bit and there is a more varied and affordable selection of lenses for this format. You produce very watchable content, I have to say.

@garfgo Жыл бұрын

I also use a 60D and have considered moving to to a 5d Mark III or IV. As an amature cost is big issue for me and while I would love to move to mirrorless, a 5d is already more camera than I can utilize.

@Bishnu_Deb 5 ай бұрын

Simon, the content of your video is quite informative and your baritone voice and beautiful accent impressed me a lot.

@simon_dentremont 5 ай бұрын

Many thanks!

@Bishnu_Deb 5 ай бұрын

@@simon_dentremont most welcome.

@mightydiverse3812 6 ай бұрын

Always with greattt topics that many dont target

@mattcero1 Ай бұрын

The best video on comparing the two by far.

@andrefelixstudio2833 Жыл бұрын

You bring up some very good points with using a mirror less camera. As a professional working photographer who’s already invested in digital equipment from analog I not going to be reinvesting in Mirror less where my clients won’t even know the difference! It’s about the photographer not the equipment!

@drdimento Жыл бұрын

I totally love my Canon. R7 and R6 while using both EF and RF lenses with and without adapters which literally doubles my lens inventory (full frame and crop frame). Thank you for the best mirrorless presentation I’ve seen yet. 10/10 Rating.

@broderp 5 ай бұрын

Great info. At my current level of photography, my current gear is more than adequate. Thanks for putting it into perspective.

@linibellini 3 ай бұрын

I very much enjoy your videos as they are always so insightful, well structured and you get right to the point! Thank you!

@simon_dentremont 3 ай бұрын

Glad you like them!

@pb3662 Жыл бұрын

You kind of touched on it but weight is a massive advantage to mirrorless. Even with a larger mirrorless (eg Fuji XT series) it so much better on your back/arms when using it for any length of time. For me it was a key point in switching earlier. I am glad to see the technology constantly improving and just have to manage GAS 🙂

@larrybrown8738 Жыл бұрын

This was the singularly most informative video on the differences between DSLR and mirrorless I have seen. I have been planning on switching to mirrorless without this much clarity in my decision. The switch is going to be expensive, but I am more confident in moving forward. Thanks.

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@donatkinson1647 Жыл бұрын

Marvelous overview. I make it a point to drop by and hear what you have say. You are always straight forward, unbiased, and to the point... I appreciate that! Keep shootin'!

@denisesavage2382 Жыл бұрын

Really appreciate that sensible look at DSLR’s and mirrorless cameras. Very helpful.

@jaystilo8387 Жыл бұрын

I bought an R5 because you mention it so much. It really is an amazing do it all.

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

Haha thanks

@ahmedbebars6844 Жыл бұрын

Canon 70D owner here. First DSLR. Using it as a tool to learn the art and science of photography. Don't mind that it's old tech. Investing in quality glass which I can later adapt on my mirrorless body. Won't transition until I feel I've sufficiently honed my skills and at the same time, pinpointed the exact limitations of my gear, so that it's money well spent, in other words, not paying for extra bells and whistles that I won't actually use in the field.

@elizabethnelson321 Ай бұрын

Same but 200D 😊

@hamishmctiaigh4363 Жыл бұрын

Trés bien fait, very informative and to the point, Sir! Thank you!

@verbal_kint 8 ай бұрын

Very informative video that sticks to the point, thanks!

@ColinHarvey78 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video - really good information and points, really well delivered. I’m a convert to mirror less and enjoy the form factor over DSLRs. Mirrorless lenses don’t have to worry about the additional issues of back focusing inherent with SLRs, meaning less compromises - or additional complexity/weight/size with your DSLR. However, when I go out shooting for fun these days, I typically use my 84 year old film rangefinder!

@Borzoi86 Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I would have kept my Leica M7 if I could ever find a decent local processing lab -- but those days are gone forever. I do regret selling all my Leica lenses because I've learned that Fujifilm offers a M-lens adapter. Oh well . . .

@jimbruton9482 Жыл бұрын

Excellent Simon. I learned the hard way to not be an early adopter when transitioning to the new technology. Despite one's emotions, getting 2nd or 3rd generation gear that the initial limitations of that new tech are fixed is a much better way to advance to that next step. I may be showing my age but starting out with film equipment, then digital SLR's, and now mirrorless forces one to really work on their photography skills as they learn about the new cameras and I truly believe that journey made me a better hobbyist photographer.

@frankfurter7260 Жыл бұрын

Sony is on to 4th Gen, at least, already. 10 years ago you would have been an early adopter but that ship sailed long ago.

@vancouverbluesea Жыл бұрын

The end conclusion is the best!

@Cleverconveyence Жыл бұрын

Being able to use a silent shutter outside has been so nice. Also finally having IBIS and some decent LL performance has been a godsend to my music venue photos.

@speecher1959 Жыл бұрын

I LOVE using the silent electronic shutter(Canon R) in a darkened hall, BUT, now that LED lighting is becoming ubiquitous, I have to be very mindful of banding.

@jamesf2697 5 ай бұрын

Great video, I would add that Pentax DSLRs have had IBIS for the last 15years. And the water proof and dust proof is much better on dslrs.

@simon_dentremont 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing. I heard !

@tommyxia9489 11 ай бұрын

I use my D5600 mostly for daytime walkaround and hikes, with either a lightweight wide or telephoto zoom, and Z6 with primes for specialized shots such as astrophotography, low light situation, super telephoto, and macro. Great combo as both are not too heavy and I can bring both systems if feeling the mood.

@Californicatability Жыл бұрын

I really enjoy your videos and they are wonderfully helpful. I recently bought the Panasonic Lumix DC-G9L, after having great experiences with a much older model. Now there’s so much to learn, so many new features, and your videos help me conquer the threshold of all this new and technical information. So great!

@barzan2012 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your hard work and dedication to helping others understand difficult concepts. You have a real gift for teaching, and I feel so fortunate to have had the opportunity to learn from you. Thank you for your amazing explanation, Simon. I look forward to learning more from you in the future.

@ronniea.4830 Жыл бұрын

I switched to Sony after being a Nikon user for over 30 years. I can say the the EVF looks is my biggest pet peeve ; other than that I love the mirrorless system and that I don't have to do lens calibration like with my Nikon D850

@oreocookie3379 13 күн бұрын

actually, quite informative, thank you, sir

@NevenVorkapic8 Жыл бұрын

I have discovered your channel just recently and I gotta tell you, I'm glad I did. I really enjoy the content, the style and most of all, all the useful information you provide.

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoy it!

@elektriksheep Жыл бұрын

Great video. I love how balanced your advice is between mirrorless and DSLR instead of being biased towards one or the other. You also explain things with very clear and precise language and I notice how you try to use language that is more accessible to people rather than using big words that can make things harder to understand for some people.

@TalkingHands308 3 ай бұрын

He was definitely biased, lol. Literally the only downside he gave to mirrorless is the battery life, but then made sure to immediately follow up with how it's not really an issue. And how he points out how CIPA is inaccurate for mirrorless but doesn't mention that if you go by his recommendation to only compare CIPA ratings to other CIPA ratings, the CIPA rating for a DSLR like a 5D Mark IV is like twice that of the mirrorless, not just 5%. If it only looks at the worst case scenario for a mirrorless, it's also only looking at the worst case scenario for the DSLR. Also some advantages he mentions for mirrorless like the eye focus is available on DSLRs as well if you use live view. Same with the increased shutter speed. And there are other instances where he's clearly biased in his evaluations. But it's fine, everyone is free to have their opinions. I'm just pointing out that he wasn't at all unbiased in the video. There are plenty of real advantages to mirrorless, I'm not trying to put it down or anything. I totally get why a lot of people are switching to it. But just like to call a spade a spade...

@elektriksheep 3 ай бұрын

@@TalkingHands308 Yeah fair, same. I prefer honesty too. I don't know what CIPA ratings are and have never seen effective autofocus on live view but then I've been shooting with Nikon SLRs for my whole photography journey rather than Canon. Thanks for the info.

@rkmacdonald Жыл бұрын

Simon, I am a professional wedding photographer, and one major problem with the mirrorless cameras is almost never mentioned; flash photography. In all of the comments to this video I only found only one that mentioned issues with flash photography, but the problem is far worse than that comment indicated. In addition, I believe this problem is common across all brands of mirrorless cameras. My choice of Brands is Nikon, and I use a D810 for my main wedding camera. However, I purchased a Nikon Z6ii mirrorless to add as a second camera, and it gave me very poor results at a couple of weddings. People who have not photographed weddings may not even realize that there is a lot of very very low light action during weddings, especially the typical reception. They turn the lights way down for key moments like the father/daughter dance, and dancing in dark in general, and the bouquet toss. With a DSLR, the flash emits a strong deep red focusing light briefly before the shutter is released that allows the camera to instantly focus in complete darkness followed by the shutter release. I normally set the the shutter speed at around 1/100 and the aperture at f/5.6 to prevent ambient light from adding much to the exposure which will smear the image. The TTL flash automatically sets the exact amount of light needed for a perfect exposure, and the duration of the flash is 1/1000 or more which stops all action, and every image is crystal sharp. Of course you can lower the shutter speed to whatever you want to bring the ambient in the background up a little if you want to. You just don't want the ambient light to affect the exposure of the subject. I also never use the lens wide open, because the depth of field is too shallow. So, I tried my new Nikon Z6ii mirrorless camera at several low ambient events using flash, and immediately found that the red focusing lamp will not come on in the flash. This caused none of my flash shots to be in focus. I've talked with other wedding pros who do use the new mirrorless cameras, and they mention shooting with the lens at f/2.8 and ISO 12000 or higher using continuous focus and shutter release priority to get a few flash shots to come out sharp, but the keeper rate is extremely low. The quality of those images is also very poor. The Z6ii will focus in pretty low light, but not fast enough, even at ISO 12,000, and f/2.8, to get in focus before the flash fires. So, for now, I use my Z6ii for birds in flight, wildlife, and all daylight subjects, but it stays at home for weddings or other events with very low level ambient.

@MayonaiseSailor Жыл бұрын

have you gotten to try out a Sony S3?

@muzlee7479 Жыл бұрын

To be fair you pretty much got the worst big-brand mirrorless out there. My sony has no problem focusing in ambient since it can will turn off "live preview effect" and will focus just fine.

@Ksmithy1080 Жыл бұрын

Did you happen to buy a quality flash for the z6ii? Or do you just use the stock one on the body? If so, that’s your issue, look into Godox flashes

@Actionray 5 ай бұрын

This man is a wonderful communicator! Within the first 10 seconds of the video, I found myself fully drawn in and engaged with what he was saying. not often does that happen! thanks!!

@rvsmit9896 5 ай бұрын

This is one of the best reviews I have watched! It makes the topic very user friendly!

@simon_dentremont 5 ай бұрын

Wow, thanks!

@markschneider1396 Жыл бұрын

DSLR's are faster to respond and never need to be shut off. For me, that lag to wake-up has cost me a number of shots. Mirrorless have much better video qualities in general. I still use both, but if I'm just taking pictures, I still prefer DSLR's.

@leemarkowitz4709 10 ай бұрын

Are you shooting handheld? I think If you activate the camera as soon as a scene unfolds, the camera will be ready by the time you get it to your eyes. You can also adjust when (if at all) the camera deactivates.

@set3777 5 ай бұрын

@@leemarkowitz4709 DSLR's OVF is better. e.g. 1. If you want to take macro photos with 100% black background with a macro flash setting 1/200 shutter speed F22 and ISO 100, EVF or liveview will be totally dark but OVF can still see objects clearly. F22 gives excellent depth of field for macro objects. 2. EVF is almost useless in total darkness when camera is connected to telescope. DSLR's OVF still works.

@thethirdman225 Жыл бұрын

12:15 I use a Sony A7 III with a battery grip and I just took about 2,500 pictures over two days and still had 59% of one battery left. The other one in the grip was still showing 100%.

@rohedron 10 ай бұрын

Superbly delivered and focused, ultra sharp in the corners and in the middle! Many Thanks!!

@simon_dentremont 10 ай бұрын

Many thanks!

@IMSCORPIONKING Жыл бұрын

This channel is amazing! I hope it continues to grow. Thank you for sharing the knowledge .

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

@sagardesh Жыл бұрын

Why doesnt this channel get millions of subscribers? Such simplicity of language and understanding I think very few people might have. and Simon thanks for everything.

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

I’m in in less that a year…we may get there some day!

@sew_gal7340 2 ай бұрын

I love this channel but that intro music drives me crazy! I can't skip it either because I put his videos on while driving. I don't sub because I dread hearing that song randomly playing

@MarkNF1 Жыл бұрын

An excellent comparison. Thanks. I am a landscape photographer and switched to a mirrorless system as my back could no longer deal with the weight of my DSLR backpack. Currently I'm on my third generation of mirrorless cameras and still prefer the DSLR optical viewfinder over the EVF. My main complaint is that I have a very hard time seeing the effect of a polarizer when using the EVF. When used with an optical viewfinder the effect is immediate and obvious but when used with an EVF I usually struggle to see what the filter is doing. I'm hoping the manufacturers will solve this issue soon as I use a polarizer frequently.

@snappic2867 9 ай бұрын

Oh - I thought it’s just me or my polarizer. I hardly see any effects