THEY GAVE YOU THE WRONG ADVICE THE WHOLE TIME. BREAKING DOWN THE PHOTOGRAPHY MYTHS!

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My name is Simon d'Entremont and I'm a professional wildlife and nature photographer from Eastern Canada.
Are you not sure about all this photography advice you've gotten? Wonder if it's true? In this video, I'll show you 6 photography myths, tell you which are true, and which are just that, myths!
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@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

What’s your favorite lens? I’m always looking to learn about my viewers’ habits to make more relevant content. Let me know!

@maxgrillmickellpetersen156 Жыл бұрын

300mm f2.8, it works for almost everything except for birds that sit in the middle of lakes,

@marys53 Жыл бұрын

For now…. 24-200 and 50 prime

@soumaSR Жыл бұрын

Nikon 200-500 f/5.6-budget friendly, sharp, extremely versatile only backside is it's as heavy as some medieval blunt weapon

@YOUandMaine Жыл бұрын

Canon 24x105 L on an 80D.

@eaterofjams Жыл бұрын

Sony 24-70mm GM II. The only wildlife I'm shooting these days is my 4 y.o. daughter :) I love the versatility of clicking her from far, in action, as well as portrait-ish at 70mm. I'm so glad the Gen II is much lighter and (maybe) sharper than Gen 1. Although I'd hate to let go of my other lenses, but should I ever have to pick just one to live with for the rest of my life, the 24-70 it'd be (24 GM being a *very* close second because of much larger aperture which I use inside museums/aquariums etc.)

@blwoods21 Жыл бұрын

My dad lived the myth of "sun behind the camera", so most of the family photo's are people squinting and his shadow somewhere in the foreground.🤣

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

haha love it.

@thatoneguy7047 Жыл бұрын

The first thing I do in that situation, when people ask me to take their photo, is to turn the flash on. When they review the image, they're amazed and say something like, "Dude! You're such an amazing photographer!" 🤣

@maxmohawke Жыл бұрын

@@thatoneguy7047 Why do you turn the flash on?

@thatoneguy7047 Жыл бұрын

@MaxMohawke If a person is backlit and you want to see their face in the image, use the flash to illuminate the person.

@mmadmic Жыл бұрын

Same with mine, and the subject in the center of the frame ...

@Sphyxx Жыл бұрын

Youre not just a professional photographer youre a professional teacher and guide, your content is highly inspiring, informative and getting me into the deepest depths of photography.

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

I’m working on a video course for wildlife photography. Can I use your comment in promotional material, with attribution?

@Sphyxx Жыл бұрын

@@simon_dentremont of course

@Pfagnan Жыл бұрын

Je suis d’accord avec lui tu as vraiment un beau talent!! 👍🏻

@mhogue1963 Жыл бұрын

Fam this is truth.

@tomgoffnett5624 Жыл бұрын

I cannot get over how great an instructor this man is.

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

Too kind!

@kenim 8 ай бұрын

How he effortlesly pours out rivers of knowledge is amazing.

@mrhrby1650 4 ай бұрын

Simon should make us some photo shop videos

@keithbroughton4476 Жыл бұрын

The Etch A Sketch comment made my day!! LOL

@JazzRadioFfm 8 ай бұрын

can we all agree that this man is the best? professional knowledge meets a pleasant person that doesn't want to secretly push some brand down your throat. thanks man. really.

@simon_dentremont 8 ай бұрын

Too kind!

@ChrisJHintonphotography 5 ай бұрын

Agreed!

@d53101 3 ай бұрын

Absolutely!

@youritguy1 8 ай бұрын

Simon, you're the only KZfaqr who actively discourages using manual mode. I appreciate how you emphasize creativity over struggling with manual settings. Honestly, I recently spent 20 minutes trying manual mode and found it frustrating. Switching to P mode and automatic gave me shots I loved. Thanks for always promoting creativity.

@mikafoxx2717 7 ай бұрын

It really depends what you're doing. If you're doing wildlife, just use auto iso, man. Full Manual is good for wedding photography where the white and black clothing would throw the meter off. If you know the light, or have time to dial in the exposure exactly, then manual is good. You get much better at it with practice. I still use program mode for run and gun fast situations. Sure, you can pick your aperture to taste, but beyond a point you have to adjust it anyways.

@youritguy1 6 ай бұрын

@@mikafoxx2717 I’ve been getting more comfortable with using Shutter Priority Mode when it comes to taking photos. Recently I’ve been at events where things are changing so fast that being in Shutter Priority gives me the flexibility I need. :)

@nicktasteless360 Жыл бұрын

using auto iso in a wildlife photography genre is a no brainer. The amount of once in a life time moments i did not miss because i used auto iso is really something. Nowadays cameras have a limit of the max iso you are comfortable with.

@BensCoffeeRants Жыл бұрын

Yep, makes it a lot easier, giving you a much higher success rate, for sports or wedding etc as well, auto ISO makes it so much simpler as long as the settings are intelligently setup.

@dayemized 10 ай бұрын

did you mean "not using auto iso....." ?

@BensCoffeeRants 10 ай бұрын

@@dayemized Nope, we mean AutoISO, use it, Just needs to be set appropriately!

@carlwinslow5905 6 ай бұрын

@@dayemizedDef should use it. I mean, heck, everyone is already using auto everything. With my workflow, I use auto ISO with specific manual lenses from long ago so I have to use manual aperture & focus.

@DAN-CONSULTANT 11 ай бұрын

Photography is powerfull and is a TIME MACHINE with a STOP button ! it got me out of my wheellchair and depression back in 2013( I was very sick for 4 years) from my debut in Blk&WHT at 18 yold it came back to save me at 55 yold and I got into a Photo Club here in Boisbriand! Very good advice Simon ! your a perfect teacher ! keep it up 👍📸📸

@bobhelm8954 Жыл бұрын

As a photographer for 50 years and someone who sold camera gear, often to a lot of top pro's I agree 100% with everything you said

@soumaSR Жыл бұрын

Simon, I am pretty new to Wildlife Or Photography overall in general. Discovered your channel while searching for Good Manual Mode videos subscribed and watched every video in your channel since just want to say your content is pure gold no annoying "what's up dude!" Or brand based shilling just 100% content with super helpful tricks & tips. Much love & appreciation👌🏼❤

@sauptiksaha4875 Жыл бұрын

Ekjon bangali k eikhane dekhe besh bhalo laglo.🙂

@soumaSR Жыл бұрын

@@sauptiksaha4875 আরে দাদা আমরা সব জায়গায় বিরাজমান😉

@Mimiclobster Жыл бұрын

Good point. Also sick and tired of the "Hey KZfaq, how you doin?" Simon's videos are top notch. That's because he's a grounded east coast Canadian. Eh

@thrallingFRglory Жыл бұрын

@@Mimiclobster Liked the little eh at the end

@sharkamov Жыл бұрын

Nothing beats listening to someone who _knows_ what they are talking about! . . . ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐👌

@YOUandMaine Жыл бұрын

You are a gift to KZfaq. Thank-you.

@jbennett3578 Жыл бұрын

I'm going to test this advice. I've ordered an EF to Etch-a-Sketch adapter. I'll post the resulting photos soon. A little more seriously, the rules for photography sound a lot like the rules for writing. They're usually good guidelines, but they don't always apply, especially when you're dealing with different genres.

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

I need to sell that adapter as merch from my website!!!!

@michaelbailey4164 Жыл бұрын

Etch-a-Sketch only shoots at 1 fph

@jbennett3578 Жыл бұрын

@@michaelbailey4164 And the two-tone grayscale color science is somewhat limiting.

@joestrahl6980 Жыл бұрын

@@simon_dentremont one of ypur dispelled myths has to do with not needing a uv filter on the front of the lens. Also you said that lens hoods are always good except in high winds/air speed which would grab hold of the camera and move it. Well, with regard to the uv filters, what about specific situations where the front element might be in danger? When I started out I took a photography course and the instructer explained why she switched from almost never having a uv filter on the front to almost always having one on. She was in Iceland taking pictures of geyers...from a distance. No uv filter on. Next day, front element of two lenses full of specklas. Long story short the minerals in the water spray had etched...and the expensive lenses were beyond repair. A lens hood would not have helped. A uv filter would. Her lesson learned, have uv filters on more often than not even when you think the situation is safe. So while you said that your myth busting video could always have exceptions...maybe you could have been slightly less categorial with regard to uv filters? Thanks for the video and your channel.

@phoenixrising4573 Жыл бұрын

Photography rules are kind of like English gramma rules... lol

@MrVanmaniac 9 ай бұрын

I love Simon's videos. They really helped me a lot in improving my skills and getting my photos from mediocre to above average in a relatively short amount of time. Always high quality video's, well edited and illustrated. Great technical info. But what I like most is that Simon always emphasizes to have a critical look at yourself and this helps me realizing what i'm actually doing wrong when making choices out in the field. The best lesson i've learned in photography, or any other hobby: first admit your own failures and then act accordingly for better results. :)

@josephvanas6352 3 күн бұрын

Here is the thing about gear for whatever hobby or profession you may get into. More expensive gear can generally represent one of two things increased capability, or increased specialization, sometimes both. When you start out you probably cant use the increased capability, or know what specialization you need the gear for yet. If you have an idea of what you want to do in the hobby then go with something middle of the road that gives you the capabilities you need but doesn't break the bank and upgrade later as needed when you have the experience to know what capabilities you need and what specialization you seem to be headed towards.

@SiouxsieCat 7 ай бұрын

"I could put this lens on an Etch-A-Sketch and take great photos" That's a keeper. Funny. Thanks for the informative channel.

@wellingtoncrescent2480 Жыл бұрын

No doubt about it. For birding, the Canon RF 100-500 on an R7 body provides extraordinary reach and image quality.

@j.joe.b3384 Жыл бұрын

Love the bonus myth. I shoot Olympus EM5ii (only 16 MP) and was afraid to raise the ISO because of the myths, particularly regarding m43. I purchased an f/2.8 zoom and began photographing high school sports at night or in low-light gyms, requiring high ISO for appropriate shutter speed. As long as the shadows aren't raised in post, and you don't adjust the exposure to appear like daylight, the photos are more than acceptable, even before noise reduction. Just found your channel, love the content and delivery.

@banginghats2 Жыл бұрын

I'm not actually a beginner, I just feel like one when I see your amazing pictures.

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

Too kind!

@BigKelvPark Жыл бұрын

'A good photographer needs a good camera' - A good photographer needs imagination and the skill to use what is available to it's best.

@cherylcarlile8526 Жыл бұрын

You are simply the BEST!!!

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you!

@JeffreyHauser Жыл бұрын

I used a Canon 70-200mm f2.8 to cover assignments for 17 years. It was a real “ workhorse “ for me & it never failed me. I never once had any type of issue with this lens & I never had to send it in to Canon for any type of repair service. The lens was definitely heavy & built like a tank. I also had the Canon 24-105L f/4, but man, that 70-200mm was so versatile.😊

@nigellee7892 Жыл бұрын

Like a lot of people I sometimes watch the occasional KZfaq video simply to kill a bit of time, usually of course about topics that interest me (I know I should get out more). However, I'm often amazed by the lack of both knowledge and understanding of a subject the person who’s presenting the video sometimes has about a topic, but especially perhaps in respect of the subject of photography (and also in respect of 'photographic equipment' too, which is not quite the same thing). Stumbling across your video though Simon was a breath of fresh air! It's great to watch a short video on KZfaq and to listen and learn from someone who’s got a proper knowledge and understanding of the subject he's talking about, rather than having to listen to all too many KZfaqrs who don't seem to have a clue what they're talking about and yet who believe they do. Nice one!

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@yuqin405 Жыл бұрын

What matters most in photography is not the stuff ahead of camera body, but behind it.

@zacharyf.9936 Жыл бұрын

I am so glad I found your videos. You are an amazing teacher and photography mentor and your work and examples speak for themselves. Keep up the great work please!

@richardpesce5325 Жыл бұрын

Simon, Thank you! Your explanations and examples are very reasoned and exceptionally clear. Keep up the great work.

@tonybaker55 Жыл бұрын

Nice to hear a balanced view from a professional.

@bigmartin Жыл бұрын

There’s a reason I refer people to this channel from a few photography FB pages, you’re the best!. You nailed it again with your great advice 👍

@HoloDaWisewolf Жыл бұрын

Discovered your channel yestersay, and your videos are such a blessing. I don't shoot wildlife, but I started photography few months ago and your videos are really helpful. I think that the sheer amount of comments you get under each videos tells a lot. Thank you!

@j.k.photography3664 Жыл бұрын

I appreciate how you explain the settings. Some other photographers will put a lot of other useless info in with it and it gets more confusing. Thank you for your efforts.

@timatwater8247 17 күн бұрын

Good matter of fact delivery, great points, and thanks for keeping most of your videos under 15 minutes without the usual verbal overkill.

@simon_dentremont 16 күн бұрын

I appreciate that!

@tlaniimas1154 Жыл бұрын

Excellent tips again :) Thank you Simon!! Have a good day!

@Rickyleestjohn Жыл бұрын

Favorite lens is my Canon 70-200 F/2.8. I truly appreciate your honest and to the point videos, please do not ever change this. It's really nice to listen to a professional, who is a professional. Thank you again for a very informative video.

@peterdenyer3002 Жыл бұрын

Listed the same lens as my favourite too, a truly brilliant lens.

@beatryff2956 Жыл бұрын

Hello Simon, I really appreciated your video series. When I migrated from film to digital I watched so many videos from different presenters and while some of them were at the beginning more about photography, I noticed how many started to become more and more product reviewers of cameras, lenses and related products and it made me feel like I’m missing out on upgrading to the latest and greatest. So, a big thank you to you as it brings me back to techniques and how to do things. I’m brings smiles back to my face when I explore different techniques, even when I fail at it the first times. I really appreciate your series of videos!!! Beat

@jasonchetwynd Жыл бұрын

You videos are refreshing and offer great insight for the new and experienced photographer. Please keep us posted for your upcoming workshops!

@robertmccutchan5450 Жыл бұрын

Camera and flash manufacturers spend millions, if not billions, on research and development. The technology built into these machines is nothing short of phenomenal!! I rely heavily on letting the camera and flash set the exposures. We need to learn when and how to employ exposure compensation when needed, but for the most part, the camera is pretty good at getting the exposure correct, at least close enough that it can be easily dialed in through post processing. If you talk to anyone who worked in a pro-lab back in the film days, I bet they will tell you that most photographers weren't as accurate on the their exposures as they thought they were. This video should be mandatory for all beginning photographers. Thanks for putting this out there!! My favorite all around lens is the 50mm 1.8, and my favorite specialty lens is the 135mm f2.

@robertbuckley7107 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic information as always Simon. Keep em coming. 👍

@magnethierry9945 Жыл бұрын

Always and only great videos from you Simon. Only true talk and great advices 😊

@jrbejarano Жыл бұрын

Your photo tips are the best I've seen. Unbiased answers and honest. Keep it up.

@nassimabed Жыл бұрын

Another reason the first myth is a big myth is that newer more advanced cameras offer many very specialized features that may never be used at all by most photographers or rarely at all. For example, the really fast frames per second on a Nikon D500 - well, if you shoot landscape and still products then you have no use for that feature and yet you pay for it by picking the "pro" camera. Perhaps the single most important difference between one camera body and another that will always make a difference for any and all kinds of photography would be the sensor: Can't compare the exposure latitude on the old D70 to that on the D810 (they came 12 years apart). But often the same manufacturer will put the exact same sensor on two or more camera bodies, leaving you with options and price differences so you won't need to compromise on the sensor.

@williammorrison5739 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video this morning Simon, I always feel like you are talking to me and not down to me. Because of your advice it has helped my photography a great deal so when a photo really pops for me it makes me feel good, mission accomplished. Thanks again Simon and have a great week.

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome

@diaAR412 Жыл бұрын

Great explanation Simon. Thanks for sharing your lecture on benefits of using high ISO.

@billyd530111 Жыл бұрын

Great video Simon! Really happy I found you on here!

@photom3 Жыл бұрын

Probably the most no nonsense advice I’ve heard in quite awhile

@t3do1989 Жыл бұрын

I love your videos, Simon! Thank you so much!

@yomismo1945 Жыл бұрын

Very honest and trustworthy advice as usual. Tyvm mr d'Entremont!

@Calidastas 7 ай бұрын

I made the most progress when I stopped buying gear and started taking classes. Having someone review your work (and your classmates) and give you feedback is the fastest way to improve.

@simon_dentremont 7 ай бұрын

Great to hear!

@RVNmedic Жыл бұрын

Thanks Simon. Another great video to remind us of the basics. Something easily forgotten or lost in the myriad of other things we're thinking about while shooting.

@derkarhu5079 Жыл бұрын

I find that what can be an additional thought about the "rule of thirds', is that the placement of the overall visual "weight" in the image can be a bit more subtle than just "the subject", which seems to be the case in the owl photo?

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@robertbrown5052 Жыл бұрын

Wow Simon- an honest- fact based video full of the really needed subjects for beginners, intermediates and even us old dogs (started with a view camera 55 years ago!). There need to be more info videos like this! And I love the bit on the etch-a-sketch! Will have to dig mine out and give it a go!!

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

You may need an adapter for the etch a sketch…

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

Robert, I’m working on a video course for wildlife photography. Can I use your comment in promotional material, with attribution?

@ToulKorkMan Жыл бұрын

Simon, you are the best teacher on youtube!

@carlomaule Жыл бұрын

Hello Simon, beautiful video as always my best compliments for the clarity you have on every topic covered!

@marys53 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Simon, another great video! I have already used several of your “tips and tricks” and can honestly say…… they have truly helped me to feel more prepared and confident in my photography journey. I’m already looking forward to next Monday’s video. Be well and happy shooting.

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

Mary, I’m working on a video course for wildlife photography. Can I use your comment in promotional material, with attribution?

@marys53 Жыл бұрын

@@simon_dentremont Of course, happy to help.

@irenec2252 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the warning on hackers. I’ve seen the same scam on other photography channels

@cinemaipswich4636 Жыл бұрын

My mother used a Kodak Box Brownie (1960's) to capture my brothers and sisters and I, perched in the low branches of a huge tree. Focus, and exposure are perfect, and the dappled light from the canopy creates a wonderful effect. It puts my efforts to shame.

@stevechan5569 Жыл бұрын

Simon, enjoying your presentations each and every time. Your style of delivery and assertiveness help me to understand and retain most of your ideas. From your fellow Canadian in the Pacific coast. Cheers.

@arnarn4112 Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad I found your channel. I've been doing this hobby since the early days of digital photography and this kind of no-nonsense and to the point take on photography is something that was more prevalent in the early days, but just about non-existent these days.The way that you provide tons of information in a coherent way is fantastic. Thank you.

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

Arn, I’m working on a video course for wildlife photography. Can I use your comment in promotional material, with attribution?

@arnarn4112 Жыл бұрын

@@simon_dentremont Sure yoy can - if it isn't too late. I just saw this, for some reason KZfaq doesn't doesn't notify me about comments.

@Gallotti Жыл бұрын

A Myth that was holding me back was always shooting at maximum aperture. When I started shooting at f2.8, f4, f5.6 a lot of things started improving. More of the subject in focus and sharper images!

@thegrayyernaut 10 ай бұрын

A lower chance to get out-of-focus shots, too!

@aloksheodesjoyatfingertips5689 3 ай бұрын

Dear Simon,you brush off my confusions every time i listen to your explanations.

@Balilens 6 ай бұрын

I made mistake number 3 and it costs me ton of money. How I wish I knew your channel sooner. Thanks for all your useful video, Sir.

@brianclayton6305 Жыл бұрын

Good stuff. I’ve been an armature bird/wildlife photographer for 10 years, read tons of books and seen lots of videos. Many are helpful, but your style is a step above, been binge watching your channel. Thanks!

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

Very cool!

@pvandck Жыл бұрын

You mentioned Photoshop here. Photoshop is much maligned, mostly by people who either don't use it or don't know that there's no such thing as "natural" photography. And I think this is very unfortunate. Anyone who comes from a film and printing background will know just how important colour and tonal reproduction are, and cropping... even without any retouching at all. So when people say a photo has been made in Photoshop, as if they're making an accusation, it should be pointed out that all photographic images without exception are the result of very many decisions, both pre- and post-shutter release. Nothing at all about any process of photography can be regarded as "natural". Does anyone remember the days when most people took their finished rolls of film to the shop, and the film was developed and printed in the automatic machines? Or the fact that very many professional photographers never developed or printed their own work, but relied on good printers to bring the best out of their images? Well, camera produced jpegs, as good as they may be today, are analogous to the old fashioned automatic, calibrated d& p machines used in shops and commercial laboratories. The colour balance and exposure would be metered to be 20% grey, irrespective of other considerations, so at best the finished image would be a compromise that may or may not resemble what the photographer saw. Jpegs may be very much better than some of the old-fashioned, commercially printed images, but they are not comparable to old fashioned handmade prints done by a printer who knew how to do that. Photoshop is a tool for handmade, digitally produced images... analogous to old fashioned hand printing. If people abuse the capabilities of Photoshop, as the fashion industry so often does, that's another discussion.

@MA-no8tz 4 ай бұрын

Everything you said were true. When I started, I wasted so much money buying cheap filters that actually had negative effect on my photos. I love the "The real photographers shot in manual" and "The real photographers always use ISO 100". I was told both of these in the past. Another great video, many thanks Simon.

@zariyascollectables6533 Жыл бұрын

Happens to many people on my platforms... Glad you bring it up to people 🙂...

@kyler_irl Жыл бұрын

My photography quality went up 10x after learning how to properly approach ISO from your previous video. Thank you

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

@blueridgestops3128 Жыл бұрын

This is so hilarious. As an old, 120 and 35mm film amateur buff who is at last making the decision to go digital (and pro), I took two years to research the new and ever-emerging camera systems. I decided on Sony due to its versatility not only in lens availability, but for its compatibility from professional set to set. So after making this decision, what do I do? I spend my first fifteen hundred on lenses. My (grown) son said: "Mom, get the camera!" I said: "A camera is only as good as its sensor and its lens. I've done the research; these are the lenses we are going to need, and the lenses aren't going to get any cheaper as time goes by. But in the interim, they will probably introduce an even better and less expensive camera." But I will never give up my Dad's old 1950's 120mm film box camera. That lens just does something special to the light that nothing can duplicate.

@mariosnicolaou8770 Жыл бұрын

Excellent no nonsense video. Outstanding. Thank you :)

@07wrxtr1 Жыл бұрын

I always tell people: "if you want to become a better photographer - go take an art history course, or painting/drawing course. Yes, you'll hate it at first, but years later all of it will sink in and then! you'll soon find yourself making unique images that are not the DUDE BRO bucketlist DUDE BRO instabrag tail chasing game that's currently the demise of our national park system..."

@aerialfilm1 Жыл бұрын

Myth 4 for the win! I started on an all manual camera forty plus years ago. At the time I just put the needle in the middle and got proper exposure. All the while without knowing I was learning about exposure. Several years ago I was wondering why I’m upgrading my cameras to the newest tech, only to turn off the tech I paid for dearly and shoot manually. Now I don’t hesitate to use the auto features in my camera. I can take over if and when necessary. Leaning on these advancements in camera technology has reduced my workload, and increased my success and most importantly my enjoyment. My ego has not suffered.

@mcloutier5 Жыл бұрын

Ah, the needle. I miss the needle in my Pentax KM.

@aerialfilm1 Жыл бұрын

@@mcloutier5 your flashback motivated me to go get out that very camera my folks gave me in 79 and put a battery in it and give it some exercise. Even though the last service was 2004, the needle lives!

@mpw621 11 ай бұрын

Yes, but is more fun then shooting in manual? I am from the film days as well.

@don06281 Жыл бұрын

Some absolutely fabulous advice -- for any photographer, regardless of experience. Especially about lenses and auto ISO. Great video. And great images.

@andreasrochow5170 10 ай бұрын

Very nice getting your advice. Your videos are wonderful and incomparable!

@MarcioBorgesMartins Жыл бұрын

Really great advices! Thank you!

@markevenson987 Жыл бұрын

Simon, thank you for providing this very thoughtful video. Your efforts to educated photographers new to the adventure are admirable. Even to those of us more advanced in wildlife photography, reviews of the basics never hurt. I really enjoy your content and presentation.

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

Many thanks!

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

Mark, I’m working on a video course for wildlife photography. Can I use your comment in promotional material, with attribution?

@markevenson987 Жыл бұрын

Simon, of course you may use my comments

@DrLoneyDal Жыл бұрын

I’ve thought it right from the start of your channel, and I still believe it - simply stated, you have the best bird photography videos of anyone on KZfaq. Both beginner and advanced photographers can all learn (sometimes re-learn) things from you. Thanks for all the work and enthusiasm that you put into your videos. They’re all great and many people are making better photos because of the knowledge and the images that you share. Merci beaucoup!

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

You're the best!

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

Robert, I’m working on a video course for wildlife photography. Can I use your comment in promotional material, with attribution?

@DrLoneyDal Жыл бұрын

@@simon_dentremont Absolutely and unreservedly!

@lorenzomoro1970 6 ай бұрын

Someone thinks that using Lightroom/Photoshop is a 'manipulation' but in reality people have always over/underdeveloped their films, used different chemicals, chosen the contrast gradation of the paper, adjusted the filters of a color head, masked under an enlarger, cropped their images; today, in front of a monitor, it's easier, more convenient and faster.

@pwrofmusic Жыл бұрын

Brilliant explanation. I'm not a meteorologist but I am a sailor and follow the weather. This explanation is like how we had in college. It's just brilliant. I did like to thank my met lecturer at south shields Pat. Uttridge.

@SW-Video Жыл бұрын

Great advice! I've been shooting in aperture priority but getting too many blurred photos so I decided to try shutter priority and limit the ISO to 6400 on this particular camera. I think I'm getting more usable photos this way. Thanks again and keep up the good work.

@jcam783 Жыл бұрын

Such great advice , something I wished I'd heard when I first started . Thank you for sharing .

@StevenSzablowski 9 ай бұрын

This is exactly what I needed to continue this hobby! Thank you so much!

@calvinwon5113 Жыл бұрын

Great stuff! I subscribed to your channel after watching this video. It really speaks to how much logic goes into photography. And all too often, I see people ignore logic in support of myths. I've definitely fallen victim to the low ISO issue. I mean, I still DO prefer to shoot low ISO for noise reduction, but within reason. Early on, I was all about low ISO and a super fast lens shot wide open. Until I learned that most fast lenses don't even look their sharpest at anything wider than f2.8. And razor-thin depth of field typically hurts more than it helps in most images I take.

@Lentziu Жыл бұрын

As I do mostly Street Photography, I struggled a lot with manual settings because I wasn't fast enough to adapt to some scenes. I lost a good deal of potentially interesting captures while trying to get the exposure right. Then I saw a video of yours suggesting to use Auto ISO... can't thank you enough, It's was a game changer for me.

@thegrayyernaut 10 ай бұрын

Yeah, the street is ever-changing, we don't have time to fiddle with ISO xD

@mrhrby1650 4 ай бұрын

i just looked at the subscribers that Simon has and ill say this, considering how helpful his videos are that number should be at least doubled

@FlowertheSpaceAlien Жыл бұрын

What a great video. Thank you for the information!!

@kerc Жыл бұрын

So true about auto/manual modes. Sometimes I am in "pro mode", and I want to control everything on the camera. This is usually when I go out expressly for taking photos. One way I do this is with my fully mechanical film cameras, too (like the Minolta SR-1, and shooting B&W). Other times, I might be out on a family road trip, for example. In those times, I want to be able to take great photos, but I'm not gonna be in the zen photographer mode. There I go full auto, and will also probably use something like a 28-70 zoom for versatility. Still, I have been able to capture great photos!

@dav_artlifephotography Жыл бұрын

viewed in less than 1 hour. Simon kindly also do a video on editing

@dav_artlifephotography Жыл бұрын

This would mean alot, am a street and club photographer based in Kenya

@paylnyles Жыл бұрын

Loved the video, I have a Lumix S1 with their 24 to 105mm and 2 filters after 3 years. I'm 64 and learned all my skills with a Zenth-E 52 years ago.

@luizleao Жыл бұрын

Perfect analysis! 👏👏👏👏👏👏 Tks, Simon!

@nesle1805 Жыл бұрын

I'm always worry about high ISO, and using only around 400-800, and my photo are always too dark and blurry. but today I set it up to auto up to 6400 and yes Simon is right, no need to worry too much about image noise, its better to get noisy image but amazing clear photo than a dark and blurry one.

@sergehulne Жыл бұрын

About the rule of thirds, I would add : When in doubt, zoom out a little and try different ways to crop the picture in photoshop later. Alternatively, move the camera around a bit, starting with the subject in the center and try to assess the aesthetic effect of different framing choices, take a plurality of pictures, and choose later...

@thatcherfreeman 9 ай бұрын

On that note of taking a plurality of pictures, a great tip I read once is that given the time, try to shoot both a landscape and a portrait version of the same subject. That'll give you flexibility when it's time to print or share the photo.

@markdandeneau2904 9 ай бұрын

You videos are always packed with information. 😊

@csc-photo Жыл бұрын

Love your content, glad I found your channel! Thanks!

@joepublisher166 Жыл бұрын

Your photography channel is the best I have seen and I have seen hundreds! BTW: You were talking to me at the end. At near 70, and coming from the film era, I always try to shoot at the lowest ISO. However, I mostly shoot Aperture Priority, with Auto ISO and you are right, Cameras handle higher ISO much better today and keep getting better. So glad I found you channel. As a side, I got one of those replies pretending to be you and already reported it. Thanks for warning others though.

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

Great thanks!

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

Joe, I’m working on a video course for wildlife photography. Can I use your comment in promotional material, with attribution?

@joepublisher166 Жыл бұрын

@@simon_dentremont Sure thing!

@eaterofjams Жыл бұрын

Simon, what a great video and invaluable advice. My only question, to which I seek your opinion, is that I use a UV filter on my Leica Q2 solely for protection because I want to take a pic within 5 secs if need be. I don't have to put the lens cap ever, and just throw it in my bag after I'm done (I almost never switch off my camera either, just let it go into standby). I find the filter quite useful for that, and for absolutely no other reason. Would you recommend this way of using the UV filter (btw, it's a Leica filter, so I trust it fully).

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

Yes that’s ok. Some people advise that it affects image quality, but I don’t think thats a problem.

@UNLKYHNTR 11 ай бұрын

Probably the most informative channel about photography. Straight to the point, I love it here!

@michaelajoseph6856 Жыл бұрын

I greatly appreciate the content of your channel! Thank you!

@Tom_367 Жыл бұрын

Simon, thanks for the tips. Some myths have their source in the old times when film was used. I took Kodachrome 64 in bright light and some ISO 400 film for dim light. And it was grainy. The only regret that I have is that I never tried Kodachrome 25. In the digital world nowadays I find that grain in high ISO is overrated. And with a f1.2 or f1.4 lens there is usually no problem of too high ISO values.

@evsbichon Жыл бұрын

CONGRATULATIONS! VERY WELL DONE 🥂 - a great accomplisment reaching 100K subscribers! Thank you for all you do to serve us and help us be better wildlife photographers. Its one thing to be a great photographer, to be a great teacher is an entirely different set of skills. We all have teachers in our lives growing up that we treasure - same goes for KZfaq teachers - you are a remarkable teacher.

@simon_dentremont Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!