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@Spekplant 9 күн бұрын
I've been shooting for 40 years, started with film, went to digital and now back to film. Film is just so much better than digital. If you don't understand that rethink your perception of photography and art.
@ScottymanPhoto 9 күн бұрын
I think both digital and film are both great ways to capture one’s artistic expression. Unfortunately, it seems that some of today’s digital photographers, have a tendency to dismiss film as a lost art. However, nothing could be further from the truth. Film will always have its place in the arts. Truly, there is something very luring about film, and I don’t see that changing in the future. Thanks for commenting and sharing your thoughts.
@TrumpetGuy723 9 күн бұрын
Do you have any information on that eyecup you use? I have a Nikon FE but not rubber eyecup and would love to get one. Maybe a part number or if you purchased separately? Thank you
@ScottymanPhoto 9 күн бұрын
Yeah, I think I used the Nikon eyepiece B&H part number #NIEPFM2 with the Nikon DK-19 eyecup B&H part number #NIDK19. Just stretch the eyecup over the eyepiece. You will not need the metal retaining ring that comes with it. Let me know if you have any issues. Thanks for watching!
@timeaston2776 12 күн бұрын
Recently purchased a beautiful Nikon FM2n to try shooting film for the first time in almost 50 years. You are so correct, no need to choose one over the other. I can see I'll shoot digital most of the time but for me, there are just subjects that just call out for film, like that pump house you found and the environment around it. Very much looking forward to re-discovering this brand new, old technology. Thanks for the videos!
@ScottymanPhoto 12 күн бұрын
Love that FM2n! Glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts!
@ScottymanPhoto 12 күн бұрын
That’s camping stool is not a bad idea and it’s certainly better than handheld photography. Yeah, I considered using my phone, but that small gyroscope just mounted so easily on my camera. I plan to use it more with some other testing, just haven’t got around to it yet. Thanks for sharing your thoughts, and thank you for watching!
@limagepicture9023 13 күн бұрын
Thank you for this very interesting video. Recently, I have been using the Benro Polaris for landscape and astrophotography, mounted on my Gitzo SAFARI tripod with my Sony G 20mmF1.8 and GM 50mm F1.2. I feel a lot of pleasure again because this new way of working has broken the routine I had settled into over the last twenty years.😉
@ScottymanPhoto 12 күн бұрын
Always good to mix it up 😃 it keeps us on our toes! Thanks for watching, and thank you for sharing your thoughts!
@Callmedstone 13 күн бұрын
Interesting… You’re right-hand dominant; yet your watch is on your right wrist. Savage.
@ScottymanPhoto 13 күн бұрын
Keen eye, my friend 😃 Had to wear it there for a bit while healing an injury. Thanks for watching!
@Callmedstone 13 күн бұрын
@@ScottymanPhoto awesome . I’ve been researching tripods (and massively disappointed with the lack of innovation in the space ). I believe many of the shortcomings with tripods have actually been solved by structural engineering concepts dating back to the 1840s - just not incorporated. I also discovered another ghetto solution to avoiding tripod wobble : (wait for it) : camping stools (the 3 legged saddle things for fishers ). You instantly lower the center of gravity and solve the issue of needing a camera at eye-level. Also - did you find the gyro device more accurate than using your phone’s accelerometer (accessible via the web api btw - so no need to dick around with Swift and Xcode certificates ). Oh god I’m oversharing again . Peace !
@SniperPhotography 14 күн бұрын
Great presentation Michael Well said on this very important subject. Take care my friend.
@ScottymanPhoto 14 күн бұрын
Thanks for stopping by, Glenn! Hope you're doing well!
@chesterjohnson4504 15 күн бұрын
You hit the nail on the head. My family members all use phone cameras. They want a fast shot and move on. It works for them. I tend to move too slow with my Canon and Nikons. If I am driving and see a potential photograph to be made I will try and pull off the road and take a shot. If walking about I am always lagging behind. The only one who wants to travel with me is my dog and he is having second thoughts. I am traveling to Northern Wyoming, my home state and then to Southern Montana later this month. I have plan my trip and like many landscape photo makers my fingers are crossed. I hope my wife has patience.
@ScottymanPhoto 14 күн бұрын
I completely understand; it’s the same with my family. You know what they say: if you can’t beat them, join them. So now, I use my iPhone when I’m out with them. Indeed, I use that time to scout for potential compositions and return under better lighting conditions. Most of the time, it works out for the best anyway. Good luck on your trip. Hope you make some good ones! Thank you for watching, and thanks for sharing your thoughts!
@johnmehalick 16 күн бұрын
I like the portrait shot. One thing you did not mention was editing and how long it takes to adjust a raw picture to your minds eye. Mostly a cellphone is a picture the phone edits and that what you see when a person uploads it to the internet.
@ScottymanPhoto 15 күн бұрын
That is an excellent point! Now that you mention it, I've just finished the final touchups on these two images. Most iPhone camera-using tourists wouldn't spend a single second thinking about editing a RAW image in Lightroom and Photoshop. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
@buyaport 16 күн бұрын
As ultra wide lenses strongly emphasize the foreground it should better be interesting. This can often be the case in cityscapes, but rarely in landscapes. Ask yourself: Are these rocks, roots or flowers really so special that they should fill the frame -- or is my real motive the mountain chain in the background?
@ScottymanPhoto 16 күн бұрын
As for myself, I think it depends on the composition. One never knows when the situation will arise, but when it happens, it can be magical. Thanks for watching, and thank you for sharing your thoughts!
@buyaport 16 күн бұрын
Thanks! My #5 on the list would be: revisiting a site. Unless you got a true master shot on first try, you'd want to revisit the scene under different weather or lighting conditions to see if you can improve. A "tourist" would not have this chance or would simply not bother.
@ScottymanPhoto 16 күн бұрын
That’s and excellent point! I should have made that number 5 myself. Returning again and again is certainly the benchmark of a professional. Indeed, I have a number of locations I’ve been to several time and still haven’t made that photograph I have in the mind’s eye. Excellent comment!
@chriswittstruck282 17 күн бұрын
Great vid thanks! Subbed.
@ScottymanPhoto 17 күн бұрын
Hey, Chris! Welcome to the channel. Thanks for watching and subscribing!
@PETERFRITZPHOTO 17 күн бұрын
Excellent video, Michael! Wow - six hours to the Ozark. That’s quite a drive. Love that you’re still getting mileage out of the hammock clip! Love the waterfall shot; I think I still prefer the landscape version. Thanks for the mention, old boy. Your channel is growing nicely, now. 👍😉
@ScottymanPhoto 17 күн бұрын
Hey Peter! It's good to hear from you. Yeah, I include that clip when I can. Indeed, that's a special place. I need to return there one day. On that note, I enjoy the Ozark forest very much. It's a drive, but that's the nature of living in the small country of Texas; it takes a day to drive anywhere. Thanks for the visit. Indeed, I'm looking forward to your next video!
@PETERFRITZPHOTO 17 күн бұрын
@@ScottymanPhoto Since my son started going to school almost an hour away, I’ve lost nearly four hours from my weekday schedule, so getting out to take photos in the afternoons has been almost impossible. And weekends are either filming, editing, or seeing family. I can’t wait to get my time back.
@ScottymanPhoto 17 күн бұрын
@@PETERFRITZPHOTO Yeah, time is indeed our most valuable resource. I'm not sure how much I'll be able to get out over the next couple of months, but I hope to make time for some local photography. Take care, buddy!
@PETERFRITZPHOTO 17 күн бұрын
@@ScottymanPhoto You too, mate.
@richardhurst3368 17 күн бұрын
Enjoyed the Video, it's true what you say, I don't think one appreciates the process until you commence to achieve your goals and it starts to comes together, you achieve your purpose in producing a scene that evokes feeling/character and agree printing is another adventure. G'day from Australia.
@ScottymanPhoto 17 күн бұрын
Richard, I'm glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts!
@DaveWayneSmith 17 күн бұрын
Great video! Very inspiring! Honestly surprised you don't have more subscribers. They will come.
@ScottymanPhoto 17 күн бұрын
Thank you, Dave! I'm glad you liked it. KZfaq is a challenge, and consistency is essential. I've enjoyed the content of so many people willing to expose their flaws and become vulnerable, all for sharing their thoughts and experiences. Honestly, I think many creators simply want to share their passions with like-minded people. Comments like yours keep this channel alive. Thank you for your kind words, and thanks for watching!
@bryans8653 18 күн бұрын
Best video for someone getting back into film photography with the nikon. Modern processing info was helpful sonce the last time i shot film they used the darkroom methods 😊
@ScottymanPhoto 17 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching, and thank you for sharing your thoughts!
@TECH3_ 18 күн бұрын
but where does budget fit into all of these ? i got something that i like but its like more than twice what i can afford right now . maybe if i save a bit till next year ( already have 3 trips planned and do want to have one with me to shoot panos , long exposures and some astro ) should just not buy the cheap one now ahd buy the expensive one later ? which means that i will be missing out on the next 3 trips
@ScottymanPhoto 18 күн бұрын
Those are excellent points that often plague many people. A quality tripod is a noteworthy investment. The point I'm trying to make is specifically aimed at those who buy several tripods along the way and eventually end up trading everything in for a top-of-the-line model. In your case, the trips would take priority. Given your current situation, if I didn't own a tripod, I would buy a cheaper one and prioritize those trips. Indeed, in almost any situation I can imagine, I would opt for a trip of gear any day. When reviewing images I've captured over the years, I can't tell which tripod I used, but the pictures I made and the associated memories are what's most important. That being said, I would continue saving to buy that "awesome" tripod I have in mind. Also, for those on a tight budget, consider a used model. Thanks for the fabulous comment, and thank you for watching!
@TECH3_ 18 күн бұрын
@@ScottymanPhoto thats what i am planning to do , buy the cheap one right now as dont really have that many used options to start with in my area . and keep saving for the one i have in mind and get it when i can
@ScottymanPhoto 17 күн бұрын
@@TECH3_ Have you thought about KEH or eBay? You may find a bargain. I’m a big fan of both.
@michaelcase8574 19 күн бұрын
I look back on photography in the 60s when i had one camera and one lens. It was because it is all i could afford. It was simpler and exciting.
@ScottymanPhoto 19 күн бұрын
Different times for sure 😃 Thanks for watching.
@keithdavis9476 26 күн бұрын
Great review! Very detailed and helpful comparisons.
@ScottymanPhoto 26 күн бұрын
Thank you, Keith! Glad I could help! Thanks for watching.
@newkickztv 29 күн бұрын
Insurance, insurance, insurance! If someone is holding me at gunpoint, knifepoint, or threatening to beat the living daylights out of me, they’re going to get my gear. I’m sorry, but I’m not risking my life for something that can be replaced by insurance. If you own expensive stuff, insure it! Stay safe everyone, and don’t let stories or situations like this deter you from doing what you love😊
@ScottymanPhoto 29 күн бұрын
Insurance protects gear. I would certainly give up my gear before my life. Awareness and minimize opportunity is key! Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
@user-fx2po1yg8v Ай бұрын
Not every trip provides a masterpiece, but the Wichita's is always a great place to photograph. My wife and I go there often, when the temps are decent. We camp inside the park at Doris Campground. The pull out you were at is one of our favorite spots.
@ScottymanPhoto Ай бұрын
Yeah, I really like Doris Campground. Maybe I’ll give it shot next time. I’m sure I’ll be out there sometime in the near future. Thanks for comment and thanks for watching.
@malcolmmacgregor6222 Ай бұрын
An excellent review. As a new owner of Promedia Gear tripod and BH1 ballhead I concur with all your comments and observations about this set up. Although expensive it compares very favourably with the RRS equivalent and possibly the Gitzo, which I have also used. As you allude to, the Promedia tripod is a joy to use with quick deployability. The ball head is fantastic and I agree that there is no need for a friction knob. The precision and ease of use is ideal for landscape photography. Many thanks
@ScottymanPhoto Ай бұрын
My pleasure! Thanks for the kind comments, and thank you for watching!
@superkrell Ай бұрын
I`ve been shooting film for over thirty years and now shoot film with a Nikon F2 ( DP-1) meter. I thought I`d never buy another camera (especially digital) until I was convinced the Leica MD262 was what I needed. The cost of film and development skyrocketed and the MD262 shoots like a film camera. Lucky I love both worlds with theses purchases...!
@ScottymanPhoto Ай бұрын
Many people seem to pick one and stay away from the other, but I love both film and digital. Thanks for watching!
@superkrell Ай бұрын
@@ScottymanPhoto Welcome, Scotty...!
@squirming_squirrels Ай бұрын
If people understood that the only setting that actually affects the data is ISO, aperture and shutter then silly videos like this wouldn’t exist. The problem isn’t with digital photography, it’s that people don’t understand how digital photography works. In reality it’s much closer to film than people think. I personally set my ISO to the sensor’s base, put it in manual exposure, and meter with spot. I shoot vintage glass so AF isn’t an option. But if you find yourself distracted by your digital camera, that’s on you - and frankly, probably because you don’t know what you’re doing.
@ScottymanPhoto Ай бұрын
Most people in the comments understand the difference between film and digital. It's important to consider all perspectives. Some people may prefer one over the other. That said, it doesn't mean there's a right and wrong answer. Indeed, if I had to choose, it would be digital without a second thought. The practice of landscape photography is an art. Perhaps nostalgia keeps the film alive, but we can still enjoy both without loathing the other. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
@michaelharmon7162 Ай бұрын
Military training is worth it.
@ScottymanPhoto Ай бұрын
Some of the best self-defense and awareness training in the world!
@DanielSquidington Ай бұрын
Aparently I have like 7 film cameras at this point, Pretty sure all 35mm, Only two have changable lenses, a Nikon FE, and a Pentax K1000. I only have one lens for the Nikon, and looks like 3 for the k1000, Im thinking I want to find a cheap mirrorless camera for most of my shots and learning the ins and out of the lenses, and using one of the 35mms for special shots.
@ScottymanPhoto Ай бұрын
That's quite the inventory. Sounds like a good plan! Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts.
@clarkbarrow6750 Ай бұрын
This is very interesting. I’ve never really considered spraying my ink jet prints but I can see how it might offer some extra protection. Good information.
@ScottymanPhoto Ай бұрын
Thank you, Clark, and thanks for sharing your thoughts!
@kerrygrim7934 Ай бұрын
Excellent advice, just found your channel and you do an excellent job. For years I used a 16-35, 50, and 70-200 for landscape on full frame. Then I finally bought a used 24-70 and my photography immediately improved. Then I moved from Canon DSLR to Nikon mirrorless and my kit usually has the 14-30, 24-70 f4, and 70-200. Still find the 24-70 the most useful lens. I also have the 105 macro, but very seldom carry all lenses. Occasionally carry the 24-70 and the macro depending on what I expect to shoot.
@ScottymanPhoto Ай бұрын
Kerry, thank you for the kind comments! Indeed, there is something special about the 24-70 focal range. It's always been my go-to lens. Nevertheless, I still love and use my 14-24 quite often, but if I could have only one, well, you know. Thanks for watching, and thank you for sharing your thoughts!
@TrilobitesRTasty Ай бұрын
Great Video! May I ask...what are your thoughts of using wide angle, versus 4x5 view cameras that offer tilt/shift movements...in comparison with simply a wide or ultra-wide lens. ...or some of the specialty tilt/shift lenses and or adapters. I agree with you about ensuring foreground elements are in an image. It's surprising to me how I see so many landscape images that do NOT include foreground elements. ...whereas foreground elements were the rule in the "heyday of the 4x5 field cameras". 🤔
@ScottymanPhoto Ай бұрын
Honestly, my dream lens would be a tilt-shift at approximately 14-35mm. Indeed, I would already own a tilt-shift lens if not for the cost and the fixed focal length. I thought about the Nikon 19mm f/4E, and I may still buy it one day. Anyway, I guess I’ll keep shooting with what I have for now. Thanks for the excellent comment, and thank you for watching!
@TrilobitesRTasty Ай бұрын
@@ScottymanPhoto Thank you for replying! I've wondered quite a bit about modern images, compared with "old" 4x5 images...since I've seen a lot videos on landscape photography...that show foreground content completely lacking in so many of the images. Photographers do the best they can, of course. I wonder about the Fotodiox tilt shift adapters...maybe coupled with a medium format Mamiya for a large image circle. But that setup might end up being a full half the cost of the Nikon you described. :)
@ScottymanPhoto Ай бұрын
@@TrilobitesRTasty I have no experience with Fotodiox adapters; they may do a fine job, and they're not that expensive. On the other hand, I've considered buying a Mamiya or a Pentax 67ii. Who knows, maybe one day. Take care!
@andyvan5692 Ай бұрын
one point about vibration, as you imply at 7:36 that 1deg\sec. is minimal; Yes, perhaps at F8 but what about an aperture of f 2.8 or f 1.4 ? where any motion can get any desired object out of the 'focus box' as the dof is so thin at those apertures.
@ScottymanPhoto Ай бұрын
That's a good point, Andy! Bottom line, the more stable the tripod, the better the image. Thanks for sharing your thoughts! Take care!
@andyvan5692 Ай бұрын
@@ScottymanPhoto also, a consideration is the column's diameter ( a manfrotto 058 studio tripod has a larger column than the 190 or the beefree); so affecting how stable it is, also the greater size facilitates a greater circumference, for the collet lock to work on, increasing braking power, hence stability of the system.
@ScottymanPhoto Ай бұрын
@@andyvan5692 Yeah, that's a another good point. Also, many of these tripod like the Beefree, have a rubber grommet or plastic securing the center column after tightening, which can introduce even more vibration. Indeed, there are numerous considerations when choosing a tripod. Great points! I can see now I’m going to have to make another video soon.
@23432 Ай бұрын
Though you did mention it once in passing, COST per $hot (even if the shot fails) is always on your mind. Your right, there's no need to cull a lot of pictures. I always felt like I should have shot more. Occasionally, I'd wish I had two bodies. One for color negative, at least one more for slide reversal, black and white, or even high speed color. Can't bracket negative film, unless you do your own processing. You should always bracket slide film, so always buy the 36 exposure rolls. That's difficult/impossible to do with action scenes. I'd suggest people buy a Nikon, that way you can buy a cheap modern manual lens. The most expensive lens from 50 years ago will never be as sharp as a cheap manual F mount lens today. No, I'm not down on film, but I'll never go back!!!
@ScottymanPhoto Ай бұрын
You make some excellent points to consider here. Cost per shot is certainly on my mind, especially nowadays. Still, for those that have the film bug, I think we'll keep on shooting as long as film is available. I enjoy digital and film, but if forced to shoot only one, it would be digital. Your point on lenses is something we should all keep in mind. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
@nickgoogle4525 Ай бұрын
The best aspect ratio depends on the subject, as simple. And often there are several good options. But I fully agree that many people do just use the camera aspect ratio without thinking about the aspect ratio. The same goes for the perspective, which is more important than the focal length. Zooming by foot is nonsense and will only work for flat objects (reprography like...).
@ScottymanPhoto Ай бұрын
Very true, subject is critical! Also, you make a great point about perspective. Indeed, zooming and moving are not the same thing. Thanks for sharing your thoughts! Excellent points!
@AndyBuilds Ай бұрын
Relaxing video
@ScottymanPhoto Ай бұрын
Thank you, Andy!
@tommy2x4 Ай бұрын
i think this was one of the best videos of how to capture the magic of the RRG. your passion and expertise convey clearly. thank you for sharing!
@ScottymanPhoto Ай бұрын
Tommy, I’m not sure anyone can truly capture the magic of the gorge. What a spectacular place. Thanks for the kind comment!
@PETERFRITZPHOTO Ай бұрын
Well said, mate - the composition determines the aspect ratio. I must say, I’m enjoying playing with this more in-camera with the X2D than I did with other cameras - mainly due to the simple menu system and all those spare pixels. But that said, I’ve always cropped my images to suit the composition in post. Your second and third images are gorgeous. I feel like I’m there. Great work, mate.
@ScottymanPhoto Ай бұрын
Peter, thanks for stopping by. Hope you’re doing well. Thanks for the compliments! Take care, buddy!
@PETERFRITZPHOTO Ай бұрын
@@ScottymanPhoto Ditto, old boy. 👍
@moozarksphotos458 2 ай бұрын
Some real good advice I’m still stuck in the print days of 8 x 10, 5 x 7, 16 x 20. I just started using a square format which is funny I used to shoot a Hasselblad that was square format. Another good video.
@ScottymanPhoto Ай бұрын
Thank you, buddy! Now that you mention it, I have a video coming up soon on some fine art paper and spray I tested a year ago. I'm behind on printing a few other project too. Thank you for watching!
@JeffreyTadlockPhotography 2 ай бұрын
You captured some really nice images there! Do you like the little aspect viewer thing? I tend to use my phone for a 2D representation of the scene and early compositions, but those framing/composition guides look interesting.
@ScottymanPhoto 2 ай бұрын
Yeah, the viewcatcher is a very handy tool. It’s easily wiped out of the pocket to quickly frame up a composition. I really enjoy it! Thanks for the kind comments, and thank you stopping in 😃
@gerhardbotha7336 2 ай бұрын
I grew up shooting 35mm on Nikon 40 years ago. I am contemplating 6x9 on large format for landscape so that I can scan it with a mirrorless digital camera to make high rez images. Other than that, I don’t miss film at all. How much simpler can you get than shooting in manual? And you do develop your digital image: Its called shooting RAW. You develop them in lightroom or darktable etc. I prefer filmic workflow in Darktable. I often shoot with fully manual lenses that have scales etc. Nothing to do with film or digital. I could not get the kind of images of birds in flight I get today back then. Canon’s AF and lenses are amazing. And when I want something simple, I put on a TTArtisan 35mm F0.95 fully mechanical lens on my R7 and mess around with scales, aperture on the lens and focus on the lens. Fine for playing…
@ScottymanPhoto 2 ай бұрын
You make a good point about shooting birds in flight. Film and digital both have their place in the arts, but there is no denying the benefits of modern technology. Still, I enjoy both! Thank you for sharing your thoughts, and thank you for watching!
@kimbeijar5702 2 ай бұрын
Easy one. Sony 135mm 1.8 Gm
@ScottymanPhoto 2 ай бұрын
Nice 😃 Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
@markgoostree6334 2 ай бұрын
Be very careful replacing the seal on the door. I broke my F2 with that one.
@ScottymanPhoto 2 ай бұрын
It can be a bit delicate.
@pluggedfinn-bj3hn 2 ай бұрын
Never gotten a chance to shoot film properly, aside from once in school for a photography course. My style has developed to be such that don't think I ever can properly get into film photography, but I am interested in trying some day. Maybe use it for some vacation photos or something. The advantages of digital are all in the speed. And not in the exposure sense, in the single photograph sense. All the settings are just to fine tune automation to help you get the quickest shot, really beneficial for action, which is very much what I enjoy the most.
@ScottymanPhoto 2 ай бұрын
I think you’re right, maybe a 35 mm film camera for some vacation photography. However, a DSLR or mirror camera seems like it would be the best fit based on your needs.
@pluggedfinn-bj3hn 2 ай бұрын
@@ScottymanPhoto Yeah. Rangefinder cameras especially seem so interesting. The simplicity of the cameras, like you in this video talked about as well, is truly what is so fascinating to me about film. Great video, and thanks for the reply!
@abdulfattah2085 2 ай бұрын
Great content I've ever seen on KZfaq. Crisp n clear 👌🏻❤. Sir, I'm from India. I love nature & it's been a long time since I wished to buy a perfect DSLR camera for capturing the nature as an object. My budget is around 50-60 lakhs in Indian money. Could you suggest me a good camera based on my need??
@ScottymanPhoto 2 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind comments! It isn't easy to choose the perfect camera for nature. If you're mainly shooting landscapes and want good quality, I would also invest in a good tripod. Lens choices are also important. If I were just starting out, I would consider a Nikon D750 with a 24-70mm lens. However, wildlife photography gear is entirely different. I hope this helps. Let me know if you have other questions. I'm happy to help!
@abdulfattah2085 2 ай бұрын
@@ScottymanPhoto not a major in wildlife photography.. but mostly the sceneries.
@ScottymanPhoto 2 ай бұрын
@@abdulfattah2085 Really, I don’t think you can go wrong with a medium price range on a camera body. I would spend more on the lenses.
@abdulfattah2085 2 ай бұрын
@@ScottymanPhoto yeah that's what I'm saying.. a medium price ranged camera is enough for me.. I'll invest some money on lenses if needed.
@brianbeattyphotography 2 ай бұрын
agree with you thoughts Michael that it's all about the experience, ultimately. Not social media "points." My only concern with AI is that it's going to become the easy demeaning comment directed at real photographers when a social media bottom feeder comes across one of their real incredible images, stating "Oh, that's just AI."
@ScottymanPhoto 2 ай бұрын
Yeah, that's for sure. In fact, my wife saw one of my images and asked if I had "Photoshopped" the colors. I tried to explain the difference between RAW and JPG, but I digress. Thanks for sharing your thoughts, Brian! Take care, buddy!
@blackhawkreviewtv4015 2 ай бұрын
GFX100ii ??
@ScottymanPhoto 2 ай бұрын
Good camera, but expensive! Can't go wrong with a medium format.
@genericusername5909 2 ай бұрын
Landscape photography has looked identical for 40 years or more. Everyone going into it now tabulates a list of places to go in the shortest timeframe they can. The genre died before I was born
@ScottymanPhoto 2 ай бұрын
True, it’s a busy business now. Internet, phones, population increases, and technology have all contributed to over saturation. Nevertheless, no two compositions are ever the same, and we do it because it’s a passion. In the end, it’s all about the experience. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!
@bamsemh1 2 ай бұрын
Can you still buy films? Does people still use film cameras? 🤔 Now you have the answer. Digital didn't even kill photography. So it's up to you, yes you, and you alone. Will YOU let ai take over your passion?
@ScottymanPhoto 2 ай бұрын
Well said! Indeed, it's the passion that matters most. Regardless of how good AI becomes, I'm sure I will always enjoy the art of photography. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!
@PETERFRITZPHOTO 2 ай бұрын
Brilliant work Michael. I’m with you 100%!
@ScottymanPhoto 2 ай бұрын
Thank you, Peter! I thought you might be.
@PETERFRITZPHOTO 2 ай бұрын
@@ScottymanPhoto This video took a lot of work, too. Bravo.
@ScottymanPhoto 2 ай бұрын
@@PETERFRITZPHOTO Yes, it did. However, it was a pleasure making the video.
@moozarksphotos458 2 ай бұрын
Very interesting video. I'm glad I've retired from photography and I know wedding photographers are struggling to make a living. AI is what it is. We cannot stop progress so we might as well embrace it.
@ScottymanPhoto 2 ай бұрын
True, progress inevitably comes. Regardless, like film, we can still enjoy the process. We have to keep in mind the things that are most important and what attracted us to photography in the first place. Thanks for sharing your thoughts, buddy!
@leocasi405 2 ай бұрын
i neeeeed one 😈😈😈
@ScottymanPhoto 2 ай бұрын
Well, if I win the lottery next week, I’ll mail you one out the next day 😃
@leocasi405 2 ай бұрын
@@ScottymanPhoto haha thanks, I think Ill be buying the sigma 8-16mm
@ScottymanPhoto 2 ай бұрын
@@leocasi405 Good choice 👍