Why I'm leaving Nikon for Sony mirrorless
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Күн бұрынI'm selling all my Nikon gear and switching to Sony. But why? And is Sony a magical panacea of perfect cameras and better image quality? NO?! Then why are you switching, Jeff!?
Here's a blog post to go along with the video: www.jeffgeerling.com/blog/202...
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- Nikon D750: amzn.to/3aKNFLg
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- Nikon 70-200mm 2.8 VR: amzn.to/3eB7vde
- Nikon 24-70mm 2.8G: amzn.to/2PuM8BC
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- Nikon 50mm 1.8G: amzn.to/3aPR8bo
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- Nikon 70-300mm 4.5-5.6 VR: amzn.to/3xwHapd
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- Sony a6000: amzn.to/3e0W2oc
- Sony a6600: amzn.to/3gIC8jv
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- Sony 16-50mm Zoom: amzn.to/3xFNP0z
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- Sigma 30mm f/1.4: amzn.to/3eTutfR
- Sigma 56mm f/1.4: amzn.to/3xAdsj1
- Sony 55-210mm Zoom: amzn.to/3vtboHW
- Sony Remote RMTDSLR2: amzn.to/3gN70za
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Contents:
00:00 - Why I'm leaving Nikon
04:30 - Things I love about Nikon
07:41 - Things I hate about Nikon
09:21 - Things I love about Sony
10:29 - Things I hate about Sony
13:05 - Final Recommendations
@amnottabs 3 жыл бұрын
here for the algorithm this time, I am not a camera enthusiast so I feel like a fish out of the water
@nathanmead140 3 жыл бұрын
I'm not either, I just use my phone for pictures and videos, I want to get a better camera with HDMI out for videos but I don't know what one to buy so I haven't bought one yet.
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
Haha thanks for the support. Back to computers next week ;)
@kuhluhOG 3 жыл бұрын
same goes for me but it's still interesting to see a comparison of competing companies
@amnottabs 3 жыл бұрын
@@JeffGeerling by all means don't hesitate to do it again, personally I like when the people I follow for X content talks about other stuff they are passionate about
@SeanHodgins 3 жыл бұрын
I'm thinking my next camera(currently Canon) will be Panasonic. Maybe if the GH6 ever comes out.
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
GH5 is pretty nice, especially if you're using it more for video (I still do enough photography I wanted Sony's system). I'm nervous about Panasonic's future though.
@izzieb 3 жыл бұрын
I think Panasonic might be shifting to their S camera lines. The S5 is a very good camera, especially for video.
@RogerWilco1 3 жыл бұрын
Panasonic hasn’t delivered phase array focusing which just makes no sense and is a non-starter for serious video.
@truenetgmx 3 жыл бұрын
@@JeffGeerling yes, future of micro 4/3 looks grim, even if last time I went hiking, nikon gear stayed home and g95 was in the bag - lens size is making diffrence
@SeanHodgins 3 жыл бұрын
@@RogerWilco1 I’m not sure I would consider autofocus as a feature for serious video. Sure it’s great for sports/vlogging or point and shoot photography. But any critical shots are done manual and locked focus. Relying on autofocus is just asking for reshoots.
@TechBytesRN 3 жыл бұрын
Jeff: I have a Nikon Fan and user since 1974. My first Nikon was an F2 with Photomic viewfinder (which was later stolen). Finally had to give up on them last year. Someone I have met through KZfaq suggested I look at Sony. Most of my headaches with shooting Video have gone away. I now have 4 Sony's in the studio and have been pleased with the results I have received so far.
@wyattliu3637 3 жыл бұрын
Nikon Z6 user here. And also fuji user, if apsc is your thing and don’t want to “wonder” what ifs wrt full frame. Fuji is pretty good.
@Raevenswood 3 жыл бұрын
If I was going to go APSC I would go fro a Fuji as well. I like the "color science" of Fuji cameras. They have some cool film preset profiles too.
@precydelacruz4362 3 жыл бұрын
Its doesn’t matter what camera you used. It will matter on your perspective, skills and artistic views
@marizuokereke7347 3 жыл бұрын
The D700 is a banger! That's an easy camera to keep hold of 👍🏼
@ScottyJoe 3 жыл бұрын
Another big benefit of the Sony for video is that they don't have the artificial 30 minute per clip limiter. I've considered switching to their stuff just for that feature compared to the Canon EF-M gear I use currently for video.
@KienTran 3 жыл бұрын
Nice overview! I’m in the same boat. I’ve been an Olympus shooter for 15 years and have been debating switching to Sony APSC or Full Frame. I’ve always had a rough time with low light and I’m not sure about the future of Olympus in general
@Luigiz28 3 жыл бұрын
I'm in the same boat with my Olympus gear. I've been thinking of purchasing the Nikon Z5. Looks like a solid full frame camera especially for the current sale price
@roysigurdkarlsbakk3842 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. I guess you could 3d print something with TPU, like 80A or something to make a better grip on that sony. Best regards from an old-timer with a ton of Canon EOS gear ;)
@scottwesterman221 2 жыл бұрын
@Jeff Geerling Hi I'm trying to decide between a Nikon D7100 or the Sony A6000 for event work ! which would be the better choice in your experience ? cheers
@SaniyaKhan-ru5dr 3 жыл бұрын
As someone who recently invested in the Z system, I do hope it establishes itself in the next few years in both photography/video, and they get around to releasing faster APS-C lenses with IBIS powered cameras. Sad to lose you, but I hope your transition goes smoothly.
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
Good luck! And FF Z seems to have a bright future. I did love every Z lens I tested (though pricing is a bit rich... same issue in Sony-land though).
3 жыл бұрын
Hey Jeff. What are you thinking of buying a second hand Sony a7 II with f1.8 35mm lens for $485? I found someone selling one in my city. Should I buy it?
@Firestorm035 3 жыл бұрын
It's interesting to see waves of content creators moving to Sony mirrorless systems, I was tempted to jump the boat too but I'm glad I've waited as there's some great mirrorless systems from all brands. I'm a Nikon user for photos, Panasonic for video (and if I want to travel light) and I recently had my hands on the whole Z Series range. I was quite impressed on their new sensors in terms of the high dynamic range on photos, even for video, and the fast AF speed + EV range compared to the old F-mount. I'm now considering getting my hands on the Z6. As for Sony, my strong barriers is their handgrips and menu UX as I find them to be inferior to Nikon and even Panasonic.
@shApYT 3 жыл бұрын
I would have thought that the a7c with sigma's compact lenses would be a better investment.
@richardi.2030 3 жыл бұрын
I am sticking with brand Geerling! Although I dabble with other channels, I always seem to return here, his videos are excellent :)
@nodidog 3 жыл бұрын
Good decision! There is a view in photography that people eventually 'move up' to full frame, but I really think there's never been a better time to go APS-C. I worked with a Canon 5D and a bunch of L series lenses for a few years, and it's only made me more convinced by the smaller and lighter Sony APS-C system.
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
APS-C is great, if you don't need the full-frame light gathering capabilities or other attributes of full-frame.
@scottwesterman221 2 жыл бұрын
@@JeffGeerling Hi I'm trying to decide between a Nikon D7100 or the Sony A6000 for event work ! which would be the better choice in your experience ? cheers
@JeffGeerling 2 жыл бұрын
@@scottwesterman221 If you're just looking at stills photography, I'd go with the D7100, as you can find some good lenses for a very good price nowadays (since so many people are upgrading to mirrorless. If you want to do any video at all, go with the A6000.
@Frankfurtdabezzzt 3 жыл бұрын
I'm also thinking about switching to Sony from my Nikon, but from a DX D5200 to a Sony mirrorless full frame. I just hope they release a A7 IV soon, so the A7 III gets more affordable 😊
@azertyQ 3 жыл бұрын
Have you messed around with custom firmware for either?
@davidg5898 3 жыл бұрын
I'm more of a nature and landscapes guy (entirely amateur) so COVID has had zero impact on my photography (aside from my mood/motivation, that is). But if you're transitioning to more video than stills in general, the move does make sense. Sony has always been better for video. I'm a Canon guy, otherwise I'd be looking through your gear for potential purchases!
@RedMageGaming 3 жыл бұрын
It Sounds to me like what you should do, is keep one of your Nikons, and some of its accessories, the top few lenses you use for events, and keep it. And swap out the rest of the gear for sony's offerings, and or maybe get a dedicated video camera. Your pros and cons list really fits more of a "This is what I use the Nikon for and this is what I use the Sony for." Or, we can just slide back towards that Raspberry pi HQ camera module, and make a franken camera array for videos :D
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
Haha, I actually tested and considered for a second using my 70-200 on the HQ camera for a static camera at events in large venues. quality just wasn't there, but it is intriguing, especially for video.
@John.0z 3 жыл бұрын
@@JeffGeerling You anticipated my question RedMage. Jeff, as a SLR, I originally had a Nikon F. For what were short-term reasons, I moved away when I went digital. As well as Canon and Tamron lenses, I still use two and a very occasional third Nikkor lens with my present Canon bodies, including a EOS RP. These manual lenses work well with the Canon, so I am surprised that your Nikkor lenses do not give good results with the Sony. Yes, the 70D and RP when combined with my usual 35-105 lens is a bit of a lump when travelling. But I have gotten used to taking them. And they weigh less than the brass-bodied Nikon F!
@JBoy340a 3 жыл бұрын
I left Canon for Sony a while back. It was a good decision. Enjoy your Sony gear!
@siberx4 3 жыл бұрын
I primarily do astrophotography and wanted a mirrorless APS-C camera for maximum lens and telescope compatibility (shallow flange depth), and the cheapest available options were the early Sony NEX series cameras. I picked up a NEX-5R for a couple hundred bucks and it has generally worked great for my needs - Sony definitely has always been and continues to be committed to mirrorless, and gives equal priority to APS-C and full-frame formats. When I decided to get a second camera to shoot multiple targets simultaneously though, I bought a modern Canon mirrorless APS-C instead, almost entirely due to a processing bug/quirk in all newer Sony cameras that people call Star Eater that's inconsequential for normal shooting but nearly a deal-breaker for astrophotography. I would otherwise have purchased a new Sony camera instead as I prefer the controls/ergonomics, but like your Mic AGC problem, a camera manufacturer's stubborn unwillingness to provide fixes or setting toggles for well-known, well-documented issues can very much drive groups of users to or away from a given company for what might seem to them like a "minor" problem. Specific users have specific niches/needs, where a problem that seems "small" for the overall camera to a bigwig executive is otherwise an absolute deal-breaker if it ruins your preferred workflow. Details matter!
@craigmckernan4056 10 ай бұрын
I don't see myself ever parting with some of my Nikon gear, but you clearly justified the need to switch and I hope it worked out for you. If not, the Z camera(s) will welcome you back with open arms. A follow-up video might be cool to see how it all turned out.
@JeffGeerling 10 ай бұрын
Yeah, I've been testing out Z cams by renting them for certain events, and they are certainly tempting! I might at some point buy one of the smaller bodies for my snapshot camera, since the video quality is 'good enough' in a pinch. The Sony system for APS-C has been great, with a couple new lenses and a new APS-C body every couple years, I haven't regretted it for the video work I do now.
@tomduncan3547 3 жыл бұрын
I use Sony and love it. Try the Samyang 12 mm. Fantastic wide manual lens.
@craigsickles7049 3 жыл бұрын
I meant by the SCSI on your shirt.. We’re you hinting at scuzzy ... 😜
@markshirley01 3 жыл бұрын
Im a Nikon hybrid shooter D750 at the moment. I may get a A7C and a few of the new compact Sigmas, I need to get a gimbal for some new work I've got. I'll then have a sort of rounded system and can delay if I want to go all in on sony with the A74. I would have bought the R6 but its terrible at switching from photo to video.
@briangoldberg4439 3 жыл бұрын
I don't think I'll ever get used to the profile camera cuts. I know that's super popular right now, but it gives me the heeby jeebies.
@squelchedotter 3 жыл бұрын
It can be great if they actually offer better detail, like focussing on his hands, but here it just doesn't add anything
@briangoldberg4439 3 жыл бұрын
@@squelchedotter I can't pretend to be an expert on editing or anything, but I feel like it's a trend on youtube that I am seeing this a lot recently.
@Graham_Rule 3 жыл бұрын
I bought an A6400 last year and have had some good use out of it. The auto setting is great for taking simple photos when I'm out walking. But the online documentation is terrible and every time I go away from "auto" I get things messed up. The one exception is for video into my ATEM Mini hdmi switcher - crisp, clear images even in fairly poor lighting. And with a dummy battery it will run for hours without overheating. Next thing to do is to get an adapter so that my old Konica Minolta telephoto lens can be used. I'm looking forward to seeing what astrophotography I can manage.
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
If you can get a T-mount adapter for your camera, you can screw it into just about any telescope, too! I love looking at the moon through the Sony :)
@zyxwvutsrqponmlkh 3 жыл бұрын
OK but what does this have to do with plugging in 20 laptop dvd drives into my raspberry pi?
@davidgifford8112 3 жыл бұрын
You have a legitimate gripe about the lack of quality DX or dZ lenses. I was buying DF glass to put on DX cameras which induced me to move to full frame bodies to get the best out the lenses. Often more weight is in the lens than body so not going full frame seemed a no-brainer. I’m hoping that will change as the APC Z range expands. That said Nikon seems focused on the full frame Z lineup.
@Johnlayne65 3 жыл бұрын
If the auto gain is a big issue, will you switch to external sound recording? If so, let us know what you'll use. Also curious as to what glass you get. I switched from Nikon DX to Sony APSC a few years ago, mainly shooting travel stills.
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
I use either my iPhone with Hindenburg, or a Zoom H6. I have a variety of microphones, but tend to stick to my EV RE320 for desktop use, or Rode Wireless Go for mobile / lav use (with a separate lav mic).
@Johnlayne65 3 жыл бұрын
@@JeffGeerling thanks, Jeff.... I'm now busy googling.
@logancartwright8280 2 жыл бұрын
You have very good points on why you did. Nikon really doesn’t make small cameras they only focus on what’s in the camera rather then how small they can make it. It’s insane how small the Sony cameras. Z9 is a perfect example lol
@tanguero2k7 3 жыл бұрын
Now, this is refreshing :) Awesome to get such a compreehensive review of all this gear of yours. Btw: if you ever get into really close-to-subject macro, give a look at inverter rings! This morning I woke up to a brand new world of possibilities after having found stl files for such a thing. "STL for 58mm inverter ring" on thingiverse. Not expecting much of it (PLA after all...), I left it printing overnight and, this morning, testing the filter side and realizing how nicely it fit my old Fuji S9600 lens, I couldn't wait to test it on my Canon's 18-55 lens. It's awesome!!!! And, yes, there's also STL files for your sony mounts ;-) Good luck! (Do you do photo for any purpose other than making a living of it?)
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
Ha! I actually have a set of three different-sized extension rings, plus an inverter ring for my Nikon. Sometimes they come in handy when you need zoom + closeup and can focus manually. They're not as convenient for run-and-gun macro, but they have their place, especially since macro lenses are quite expensive (for decent ones).
@circuitsandcigars1278 3 жыл бұрын
I dumped most of my Nikon gear (I still.have a D5500 and lenses to get rid of) and have Sony Alpha 5000, RX100 M5 and RX100 M7 with zero regrets
@applemachome 3 жыл бұрын
That 70-200 is a beautiful piece of engineering. Enjoy the new Sony! I ran 60k photos on my D40 before the sensor gave out, but you’re right about their lack of support for dx and lenses without built in focus motors. When does Sony start sending you the influencer $$$?
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
Haha, I don't think I'll do the whole Sony influencer thing. Not really my wheelhouse, I use cameras as tools.
@ShiningStarStudios 3 жыл бұрын
Where are you selling your gear? I'm interested.
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
eBay, most of it already sold in the past couple days! (priced pretty low just to move it and make some other photographers happy!)
@NeverTalkToCops1 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, that automatic gain control issue on the Sony is unforgivable! I mean for video, Panasonic should do well, and perhaps not have that issue?
@stucorbishley 3 жыл бұрын
Dude, I didn't know you were so into photography! I worked as a photographer for years, and sold my Canon 1Ds Mark 3 a few years ago and got a Sony A7ii. Now 5 years later (and the arrival of a baby) I'm really missing the AF and mirror, and not to forget responsiveness ... Now I'm really need to spend some time with the newer Sonys.. But yeah Sony and their video its a different game. I hear you on the DX crop though, have you ever tried the Sigma lenses - they have some super interesting high end apsc lenses.
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
Yes; had some issues with a couple of the Sigmas on Nikon, so decided to stick with Native. I haven't had the same issues on E mount with Sony though. Could've just gotten two bad lens copies though.
@eformance 3 жыл бұрын
I've got a few different cameras, each is best at certain things. I wouldn't wholesale get rid of them, just add. I'd like a gh4 or gh5 for video, I already have a 5D2, 50D, EOS M, M6, and Lumix TZ-100. The smaller sensors really do excel at video, because of the greater depth of field. I guess in your case you are looking at them as a tool, switching from Snap-On to Matco as it were.
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
Haha, I would totally keep my Nikon gear if I didn't need the money and the space (my camera gear shelves are overflowing right now since I am adding on Sony gear and haven't sold off all the Nikon gear!).
@SamuNuutamo 3 жыл бұрын
Did you evaluate any MFT cameras? The GH5 seems very popular among youtubers.
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
If I did exclusively video, I would've given a little more consideration to Micro 4/3rds, but since I do a bit of photography still, I like the larger sensor on APS-C. Plus many of my favorite 3rd party lenses are available on Sony (few on Z yet, either. Should've mentioned that in the video, oops!).
@iivarimokelainen 3 жыл бұрын
You were talking about APS-C/DX having "benefits" over full frame. Can you elaborate?
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
Smaller bodies. Smaller lenses. Same per-area photo quality (though not as good for things like high ISO shooting). Crop sensor can "add zoom" (not technically but it works kinda like that) to your telephoto lenses, e.g. a 300mm becomes a 450mm. Assuming the same image processor and battery, the camera can run faster and longer (if designed well... some APS-C cameras are not or have weird design decisions that cripple their potential) Sometimes that's good, sometimes not. Depends on your style of shooting and subject matter, and what you like or dislike in a camera body.
@bristo1984 3 жыл бұрын
I went from Nikon to Olympus last year. I did some video work and I found Nikon was lacking. I did a lot events before COVID. I got Olympus because size, good autofocus, and 5 axis stabilised image sensor. I found Nikon autofocus was lucky and not assistance for manual focus.
@TheErixcode 3 жыл бұрын
You should Try Alpha 99 for DSLR experience, not that I have one but I had one time for few hours and it was perfect, I just have Sony Alpha NEX-7 with Wireless Memory to transfer my photos, as this camera for ages ago but still has amazing Pictures and videos, I'm not professional but for a noobie like me It's enough, Also I can have most of old and new lenses used for cheap prices, it's great that even this camera which is 4 generations ago still uses same mount as Alpha 7 III.
@alkandavuter 3 жыл бұрын
Hey man can you help me a little bit I am living in Turkey and i want to buy first DSLR or Mirrorless camera but the camera Prices is not good in Turkey they are like bad camera:📈good or trash camera:📉 its changing by popularity i think sooooo i have a 1500ish Turkish Lira like 180 Dollars and i want to buy a very good image quality for price and 1080p video capability can you help me for buying camera?
@p_mouse8676 3 жыл бұрын
Why leaving Nikon? I love my Nikon camera as well, but for video it always have been a pain. My GF's smartphone even makes better (and easier) video's with a decent amount of light. btw, still having my D7000 here after all these years just as a go-to. Still don't see any reason to upgrade it, lol Went full-frame for a while, but switched back because it was just to heavy on big hiking trips (plus the price)
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
D7000 was an excellent camera. I shot around 20k pics on mine, loved that thing and was a huge upgrade at the time over my D90.
@worldtravellerswindow4428 3 жыл бұрын
Buy Z 5, 6 series Nikon they are excellent fullframe camera
@ninline2000 3 жыл бұрын
The funny thing about this is that it made me want to buy a Nikon camera. It sounded like you're in agony over the change.
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
I still love Nikon. If it weren't for the transition to lots of video, I would be sticking with team yellow.
@rishabhtomar7071 3 жыл бұрын
i am really curious how you make such big decisions, despite of being true with all the facts aren't you afraid that what if things you are thinking true might end up wrong while experiencing it? Not specifically in case of camera but also in general? By the way your interest in Raspberry Pi motivates me to explore it more. Keep going jeff
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
Mostly I bought a low-end Sony mirrorless camera and used it a few months, then rented some of Sony's better cameras and glass to make sure I was okay with the move. And in the end, I hate some things about Sony's system but overall it's been worth it.
@petek9348 3 жыл бұрын
why not try and make your own camera to record video using a rpi. i know you did already, but.... cant you do better? like ca you rig together a full on mirrorless dslr that does everything you want it to for video recording?
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
Definitely not anything to compete with a modern ILC - even the Pi 4's CPU is not optimized for the image processing one of these ILC's dedicated chips does, and that's not to mention all the hundreds of little mechanical things and sensor adjustments that make these cameras a joy to use (and quick and intuitive). It would be very hard to replicate most of what makes these cameras usable with a Pi (though some others have tried, and are usually successful in getting something working at least).
@BenExcell 3 жыл бұрын
I'm a Nikon z50 user and couldn't agree more with you that Nikon treats DX as just for beginners Great camera but very little choice of good DX-specific glass Z mount or otherwise So I'm carrying an excellent small form factor camera with gigantic FX lenses
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
Heh, that was how I felt when I bought the Z50. Camera body was great. Had massively-oversized (great but huge) lenses and it wasn't a great system.
@RambozoClown 3 жыл бұрын
As a fellow Nikon forever user, here's a novel idea, how about shooting video with a camera made for video? As you said the features that make a good still camera clash with the features that make a good video camera, even more so with a studio video camera. While I'll always use Nikon for still work, it's hard to beat Black Magic for video. Well maybe Red if you have a larger budget than I do. ;)
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
I just don't have the budget to get any dedicated video cameras (yet), so I need a camera that can pull double duty. Maybe if I hit a million subscribers I could justify some really nice dedicated cameras (subscribe!), but right now I can only afford two bodies and a half dozen lenses or so.
@koustuvkanungo9873 3 жыл бұрын
Great video! Any reason why you didn't consider Fuji for APS-C cameras?
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
Fuji is a little more specialist, and a lot lower in market share. I drive an old Toyota Camry, not because it's fancy or fun, but because it's always cheap to fix, and drives easy with a boring set of standard features :D I treat my cameras the same way-I didn't feel like Fuji, Olympus, etc. were mainstream enough for me, since I use my cameras as tools and don't fall particularly in love with them, or with a brand. D700 excepted ;)
@telenmar112 3 жыл бұрын
My first DSLR was a Nikon D40. Such a good camera for learning and getting my hands dirty :)
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
Mine too! It was the perfect camera to bring me into digital, finally had the colors and quality (and nice rear display) to win me over from film + scanning, while being affordable.
@mikeconnor3602 3 жыл бұрын
Mine was the D90, then bought the D7000, the AF lens calibration made a huge difference with the D7000
@alpha_pixel_ 3 жыл бұрын
Very good decesion🔥🔥🔥
@jonathanbuzzard1376 3 жыл бұрын
Fun fact, the laws of physics mean that anything that puts the lens further from the light sensor as is required in an SLR, compromises the optics of the lens. That is if the mirror was not there any you could move the lens closer you get design a better lens. It's reason why old medium format cameras had separate lens, and rangefinders never went away. It would argue that the mirrorless is basically digital rangefinder.
@mikejf4377 3 жыл бұрын
I wish I had some extra money I would like some of your Nikon, I'm still in 35mm with a F2S and my most favorite lens is my 105mm. No money to sell mine at all.
@ericgervais2699 2 жыл бұрын
Now that the Z9 is out I think things are fianally good enough on the Nikon end. I'll but the camera that some of those features trickle down into.
@tupui Жыл бұрын
Personally I don't mind the lack of focus to DSLR on the lenses side. I am more than happy to use full frame ones. It's heavier but less than a full frame system and the bonus I get is that due to the crop, only the cleanest part of the lense is used (center). So amazing image quality. Also if you need big tele, you get the nice crop factor. I do agree x1000 on the ergonomics. They did crap with the new bodies, esp the Z FC. I am extremely happy with the quality, but boy this feel cheap and handles so bad...
@WarningHPB 3 жыл бұрын
mold a new grip using some sugru?
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
Ha, don't think I haven't considered that! There are also add-on grips that you can buy to help a little, but a lot of *other* gear that's purpose-built for these cameras then doesn't fit, so it's kind of a losing proposition.
@CrimFerret 3 жыл бұрын
Nikon is the system that when you go to sell gear, you are glad you started with.
@the-shork 3 жыл бұрын
almost expected "Why I'm leaving Nikon for the Raspberry Pi High Quality Camera" this was really interesting as someone who's thinking about getting into definitely-not-professional photography (proably with a Sony APS-C camera), can't beat other people's personal experience
@auroran0 3 жыл бұрын
I got burned with the cancelling of the Nikon 1 line. I'm considering switching away from Nikon myself.
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
I feel like Nikon 1 could've been so much better, but the initial impression was that it was designed to be a 'fashionable little side camera', exactly at a time when smartphones started taking on that role.
@JerryWoo96 3 жыл бұрын
Fun fact: sony released the LA-EA5 that can drive A mount screw driven AF lenses and use the camera's newest af system :D
@d3yuen 3 жыл бұрын
Kinda wondering if were related or something lol ... Almost the same photography journey (FM3a->D40->D7000->D800, but only 3 lenses) 2yrs ago: same agonizing conclusions, same painful decisions, kept my D800+fav 24-70mm but went Olympus em1 ... love the gear but worried about the company ... :-(
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
"love the gear but worried about the company" heh, summarizes probably every long-time Nikon user's thoughts.
@largepimping 3 жыл бұрын
Which one recompiles the linux kernel faster - Nikon or Sony?
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
Asking the real questions!
@piexil 3 жыл бұрын
For aps-c, personally I found Fuji mirror less to be more comfortable to use and also have better lenses (completely competitive with full frame lenses from other manufacturers)
@piexil 3 жыл бұрын
To add on, I've been using an x-t2 since 2019 and it's my favorite camera ever. It's way better than my previous nikon's (d610, d5500)
@piexil 3 жыл бұрын
They also have real zoom wheels, real aperture rings.
@Raevenswood 3 жыл бұрын
I just did the opposite, I still have my Sony gear though for the time being. Personally I never have liked the ergonomics or layout of the Sony system but Nikon just fits like a glove and I love how customizable everything is with the camera buttons and menus. The Sony feels to me like holding a brick in the hand. The Zeiss glass from Sony is a bonus but the Z lenses from Nikon are killer as well.
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
Sony is definitely a brick in the hand. Hate the body designs.
@billkaroly 3 жыл бұрын
A Nikon to Sony adapter would come in handy.
@A1N0 3 жыл бұрын
I think you are making a very smart move. The truth is, unlike film, sensor technology improves all the time. The smaller sensor of today has a better image than the full-frame sensor of yesterday. Hell, even an iPhone today has a better image than a full-frame film camera. And as that sensor gets smaller, the lenses get smaller, and it all weigh less.
@worldtravellerswindow4428 3 жыл бұрын
Who told you iphone photo is better? These are most unrealistic comments ...
@taypc6 3 жыл бұрын
Yes. Cameras. I understand this. No confusion at all. I definitely know what a DLSR and Mirrored Fresnel Autofucus for the XDS50S camera means. (Is this what us Linux people sound like to everyone else?)
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
Haha my wife is like "at least I could understand parts of this video." She also said my 'KZfaqrs who inspire me' video was the best one I ever made, and she can't understand why something about Koober noodles would be my most popular video 😂
@minigpracing3068 3 жыл бұрын
Don't need to sell all your Nikon lenses, get a speed booster to mount them on your Sony, especially manual lenses.
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
I hate adapted lenses, no matter how much I love the lens itself. I can barely tolerate TC's when necessary. Most people are okay with it, but I'm weird :)
@TheAnoniemo 3 жыл бұрын
Wait, so you're not switching to purely using a mirrorless Pi HQ Camera??
@foldionepapyrus3441 3 жыл бұрын
Would be very on brand for him wouldn't it.. CM4 stereo HQ camera rig, for that zooming, depth aware, highly automatable photostacking, and motion slider shooting set up.. Downside is as good as the HQ camera is its still more phone camera than real camera, the sensor is still pretty small which isn't helpful, and c mount lens just don't seem to come in a huge variety or high quality - so you'd probably end up using oversized DSLR lens anyway... I have been wondering about doing exactly that into an old film camera body, wondering if you can even manage to stuff two HQ cameras stacked in the one body (with some extra optics to correct focus while allowing the PCB's overlap - think it will be impossible, but I don't have a HQ picam in hand to experiment with relative positions or look for potential PCB trims. It would be Canon EOS body as that is what all my lens and camera are - a legacy of what my Dad bought, so when I got a camera I "borrowed" his lens, alot, So far nothing about Canon has made me want to use anything else, even the really really old model I bought in a bundle for the lens it came with is just nice to use and creates a good image - its too old for native video, but it makes a great webcam (thanks gphoto))
@TheAnoniemo 3 жыл бұрын
@@foldionepapyrus3441 The Pi camera in a film body would work if you get the spacing right. Maybe replace the back flipout cover with a 3D printed one that houses the Pi camera and zero.
@foldionepapyrus3441 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheAnoniemo Indeed, but as the image sensor size of the HQ is just about small enough two of them fit in a full frame lens' sweet spot it would be interesting if you could manage to stack two in there - a small amount of inbuilt focus stacking and/or some very minor degree of depth sensing could then be achieved- that is probably impossible though, the amount of PCB trimming or fairly complex optics I expect it would need to be possible makes its almost certainly impractical...
@TerminalHeatSink 3 жыл бұрын
where are you selling your gear? would be cool to get some signed lenses
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
Ha! On eBay; most of them are sold already, though I'm going to sell a few more after this weekend. www.ebay.com/sch/geerlingguy/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=
@TerminalHeatSink 3 жыл бұрын
@@JeffGeerling nice, thanks I'll keep an eye out
@EricMBlog 3 жыл бұрын
Exactly the line of thinking I've been going through lately. I've been a Nikon user for ~18 years, and have *loved* their full frame cameras for stills. But their video support has been a joke, and while I don't own one, the Z series has just seemed very very underwhelming to me. Even the pace and releasing ordering of Z mount lenses is a head scratcher to me. I just feel like they have really be falling behind in the last 5-10 years, and are barely treading water at this point. And if I'm going to jump to mirrorless, should I just jump ship off Nikon entirely. Oh, and their flip screens are by far the stupidest I've seen. Like they are handy for some stuff, but they are so much more limited than other options. Just not being able to face it forward really limits some options. But yeah - Nikon grips are by far my favorite, and I can never get used to the opposite direction zoom rings that Canon has.
@EthanSeville 3 жыл бұрын
❤️ my Sony a6400
@DrNick8002 3 жыл бұрын
I plan to enter Sony system for my Bird Photography.....as Sony system seems better in autofocus for bird in flight. Will keep my Z7ii with few lenses for landscape photography
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
The Z7ii is an excellent camera, perfect for landscape, portrait work, macro, some things like that. It's passable for other uses, but I was also waiting (still am) for Nikon to release a mirrorless equivalent to the D850, kind of the 'king' of DSLR cameras (in a way the D[X] larger bodies could never be due to their single focus on high end pro use cases).
@BJAguiar 3 жыл бұрын
Nice sticker, I deserve one too lol
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
Ha! Contact @jilles_com on Twitter, he can hook you up with some!
@smartassist9700 3 жыл бұрын
Selling? Anything at a special ? It would be my first. Thx
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
It's all on my eBay (a few things haven't been listed yet, but most lenses already sold (geerlingguy).
@brianedwards1141 3 жыл бұрын
Nikon has always had the best flash system - I went from an inferior brand (Pentax) and just picked up a Sony mirror-less. I won't leave the old system as they're not worth much, but they've demonstrated that there is no future with them either. It's an unusual jump, but it's been a long time coming.
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
I can't believe Nikon hasn't gotten out any new Speedlite system components for Z. I mean, their old gear is still good... but at this point some of the 3rd party units are built as well and have the same features (sometimes better!).
@automotive2947 3 жыл бұрын
The main advantage in Sony vs Nikon is support from 3rd party. For Sony everyday you have new product: acessories, lens from Chinese brands, Sigma, Tamron, with AF or MF. Gimbal? All gimballs are supporting Sony. Nikon almost all, but not all features. F lenses? It is not a solution, I don't like FTZ adapter, I am using it only with my 70-200 lens with F mount.
@jackgerberuae 3 жыл бұрын
Kneecon but with one ‘e’, not neikon 😎
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
Haha, "Nick con"
@DaPanda19 3 жыл бұрын
Saving on weight & size is a huge deal non-"bs" when doing landscape or astro photography, nobody wants to hike with tons of gear only to unnecessarily tire themselves out
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
My point there is that if you shoot with a 200-600mm lens or an exotic like a 600mm f4, mirrorless maybe shaves off like 1-2% of the total system weight.
@jackt3603 3 жыл бұрын
Love the end comment :D
@MisterRorschach90 3 жыл бұрын
I used to be a Nikon person because every high end camera I had ever used was Nikon and everyone recommended them. Then I saw what a Sony mirrorless could do and I’d rather have a Sony than even a hasselblad at this point even if that was always my dream camera brand. The a1 is like the perfect camera. And the pro phone changed my entire idea about having two phones. I always thought it was just stupid. Now if I ever have the money I will get it just to have the option. Lol
@TaipeiGeek 3 жыл бұрын
What are you shooting?
@martin-it4jb 3 жыл бұрын
you should maybye get the A7c, same bodey as a6000 series but better sensor
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
I don't want full frame though; similar quality lenses are bigger, system is bigger. Camera body is just one tiny aspect.
@Juventinos 3 жыл бұрын
you are going to regret it.i really hope you don't. but i did the change 2 years ago, i ended up hating the sony system. i moved to fuji. but now i m getting a Z6 ii or a Z6, i m not sure yet.
@srbuckles 3 жыл бұрын
I have a z6, only feature I wish I had from the z6 ii is being able to charge via USB c while the camera is on.
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
Oh I hate the Sony system, but the things I hate about it (most especially the horrid menu layout and body designs) are acceptable tradeoffs for my own use case (video work much more now than photo).
@sessesty 3 жыл бұрын
I can take a guess, aUtoFocuS LenS seLection. those are both important things
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
Lens selection is one of the downsides (for my move, at least). Nikon F has hundreds of gems (and bargain gems at that). Sony's E mount is lacking for budget options in many focal lengths and specialties, IMO (I mention this in the video). And autofocus, sorta-for video yes, for photos, nothing I've used in mirrorless compares to the magic of 3D Focus tracking on one of Nikon's newer DSLRs. I didn't even utter the words "Eye AF" in this video, because it really means close to nothing for my own work (even though that seems to be the only thing Fro Knows PHOTO .... dot com ever compares on mirrorless :D)
@RoastBeefSandwich 3 жыл бұрын
I rarely shoot video (like never). I shoot Pentax.
@WilliamJasonSherwood 3 жыл бұрын
As a Nikon Photographer NOOOOOOOOOOO! But it's true Sony are focused on video, Nikon on photo and Canon split the two.
@gary7851 Жыл бұрын
I'll stick with my Nikon Z series for much better hardware quality, indeed Sony has better autofocus system, better in low light, but Nikon Z series has better image stabilization, beyond that I'm having no trouble with the autofocus with my Nikon Z series, i still love my DSLR the D500 which still famous in wildlife photography and video quality is still phenomenal, but lacking the autofocus has no match the my Nikon Z series, i still use it for backup, Sony, Nikon, Canon, they're all manufacture awesome cameras, i use to be a sony fan back in camcorders days, no camera is best, technology is going crazy, just bought my self Nikon Z30 to use it on my gimbal and wanted something lighter then my Z6, for the price it's win win, yes it doesn't have view finder, no biggie for me because i will be using it for Videography, i also have the FTZ adapter which I'm mounting my wide angel prime lenses on it and it's working great, for that being said it's a choice in which camera you need to invest, happy shooting folks.
@iam.jasonhoward 3 жыл бұрын
Welcome to the Sony gang 😎.
@cthulpiss 3 жыл бұрын
Pent...eeeeee... Ricoh FTW! :-)
@4mas5 3 жыл бұрын
I'm curious, did you consider Fujifilm? All of their X-series cameras use APS-C sensors, there is a great variety of high quality lenses, and almost all new models record 4K video at 60fps. You mentioned in the video that you love Sony's autofocus system and I completely agree - it's the best on the market. However, in my opinion, Fuji's strength is in their color science - second to none. I would live to hear your opinion!
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
I do like Fuji's cameras, and the few times I've tried them I had no real complaints about the end result. But they're a lot lower market share, and I typically use something that has wider support / more availability just for little things like being able to pick up a replacement lens, battery, etc. from any old Best Buy or local electronics retailer. Fuji gear isn't always stocked in random places where I might be on a paid gig and need something quick. Nikon, Canon, and Sony gear is always available.
@Agurri 3 жыл бұрын
Well hello there comment buddy !
@KuntalGhosh 3 жыл бұрын
It's sony and that is the biggest reason to upgrade!
@MrProgrammer74 3 жыл бұрын
Hold on, but what about Nikon Z series? I bought Z6 recently and I am loving it!
@MrProgrammer74 3 жыл бұрын
Ok, thats fair about APS-C. I am a full-frame shooter and for me personally this does not count, but I get your point. Good luck then!
@craigsickles7049 3 жыл бұрын
Are you calling Nikon SCSI ? 😜
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
Heh, none of these cameras support SCSI!! Some of the oldest imaging things I owned (3-pass scanner) were SCSI, though.
@Moonrakerd 3 жыл бұрын
but why not fuji ? in case of apsc they are the best ?
@justinkuek 3 жыл бұрын
So???
@Cary_mac 3 жыл бұрын
Simply put their company is going under. Did this over a year ago because I saw the writing on the wall.
@kirayamato94 3 жыл бұрын
Full frame to crop seem like a down grade
@JeffGeerling 3 жыл бұрын
It's more of a cross-grade. Or up-grade depending on needs. For my needs (more video work, less low-light event photography) its actually an upgrade, especially since I can get the same quality of footage with a physically smaller body (able to be stabilized and mounted more easily than the large SLR body+lenses).
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