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@DanielNovello 3 минут бұрын
Thanks for the videoessay! Enjoy Argentina!
@greenbrightly 17 минут бұрын
The camera used has very little to do with how good a photo is, just because you shot something with a Leica doesn’t give you a pass to better art.
@robertkeith6952 Сағат бұрын
jamie i agree with you there is a lot of jealousy out there in photograghy i have wondered why but im the same camera up to the eye then everything leaves your mind bliss i see you have the same surname as myself are your family from scotland
@WilsonGomez Сағат бұрын
Started 2025 on a negative rant, GTFO Leica can't even make a reliable digital camera, from the M8 to the M11 they all had problem.
@jamie.dop_ Сағат бұрын
@@WilsonGomez was more commenting on those who are negative. Shame you saw it that way. Glad you’ve shown the type of person I was talking about. Thanks for making it easy for the rest of us
@ChrisBoultonPhotography Сағат бұрын
Love your channel man, keep on keeping on ✊
@jamie.dop_ Сағат бұрын
@@ChrisBoultonPhotography thanks Pal. Appreciate that :)
@MattRichmond-m5n 2 сағат бұрын
Great video Jamie! Working in the creative industry is both rewarding and super demanding, but nothing beats getting out there and taking my own pictures. It’s so rewarding for the soul! Keep up the inspirational videos 😎
@jamie.dop_ Сағат бұрын
@@MattRichmond-m5n couldn’t agree more. Cheers for the message. J
@rtoghraee 2 сағат бұрын
Love Leica ❤
@jamie.dop_ Сағат бұрын
@@rtoghraee solid
@marcoshea4868 2 сағат бұрын
Quality Jamie I agree !! Why worry what some one else is doing of using , why they not more focused on there needs and creativity!! I’m looking in to film at the moment but going observe for a time , thank you great Channel proper content glad I found it 👍
@jamie.dop_ Сағат бұрын
@@marcoshea4868 cheers! Yeah so many options and you will love the experience. Keep me posted on what you go for :)
@nick_a_pagan 3 сағат бұрын
It honestly just feels like people want to hate on everything lately. Not sure what's been going on, but there's a ton of hate going on and it needs to stop.
@jamie.dop_ Сағат бұрын
@@nick_a_pagan agreed 👍🏻
@peteb5461 3 сағат бұрын
Cracking video, makes total sense.... Im sure others have said the same but my view is its all subjective and it doesnt matter what others think. You are in it for your OWN art so l think its important to focus on that and not the noise... Keep it up sir and see you on the streets ;)
@jamie.dop_ Сағат бұрын
@@peteb5461 cheers Pete. Appreciated
@johnkasianowicz6536 4 сағат бұрын
I just received your book on the homeless. It’s brilliant!
@jamie.dop_ 4 сағат бұрын
@@johnkasianowicz6536 so pleased you got it finally. Honestly John I was very touched by your email and I can’t thank you enough for purchasing the book. J
@johnkasianowicz6536 4 сағат бұрын
@ I showed your book webpage to someone who works at a non-profit organization that aids the homeless. She said she’ll order the book. I’ll see if she got around to it,
@jamie.dop_ Сағат бұрын
@ too kind. Zero pressure. They are not for everyone those images. Kind of you
@eugenheller4182 4 сағат бұрын
As a person who owns an M11-P and a Sony A7R V I would never say that the Leica is the best. I think use whatever you are most comfortable with. Why would anyone use a Leica for "the perfect picture" if the person does not know how it properly works. Also. The M11 Series has a pretty hefty magenta shift. I would not say it is perfect, but my preferred choice. Happy New Year. Also. Sorry. I think photography is an art and as such everyone will interpret their own ideas into it. Never let people pull you down, just because they are unhappy with their lifes. ❤
@jamie.dop_ 4 сағат бұрын
@@eugenheller4182 wise words, appreciate you sharing your knowledge and experiences. Not only helpful for just me but everyone. Enjoy you cameras and snap away! J
@andrewjames9963 4 сағат бұрын
Don’t worry about the critics, jealousy is a funny thing
@JasonMoody 5 сағат бұрын
I 100% agree with you on being present. When I have my camera out, I look at everything around me. Regarding memories collected with my photos, I can look back at a photo and remember the place, the time, the smells, the color, the light, and the people.
@jamie.dop_ 4 сағат бұрын
@@JasonMoody glad you agree. Those memories are key! My favourite point to make and we are lucky to be able to collect them and look back. Cheers for taking the time to comment. J
@davidberry2410 5 сағат бұрын
Just bought a M6 yesterday from Red Dot Cameras, perfect video. My first Leica. Thanks Jamie
@jamie.dop_ 4 сағат бұрын
@@davidberry2410 yes David! Class, glad you have one and jealous you have that whole experience ahead of you. Enjoy it and speak soon. J
@terrywhitworth5350 5 сағат бұрын
Great video Jamie. I'm 77 now and started taking photos at 15 years old. In my mid twenties I was lucky to find out about Leicas' and I have used one on and off ever since. I think a lot of the critics who like to have a down on Leica cameras, are, sadly envious. I worked hard to get one and don't regret owning any of the ones that I've had. That includes the M2, M3, M4p, M6, Leica X and the Q. As you wisely point out, street photography offers something for all of us and it really is a wonderful way of unwinding.
@jamie.dop_ 4 сағат бұрын
@@terrywhitworth5350 well said Terry! You should know after such a long career with photography. Impressive. Good on you. J
@leethirkellson 3 сағат бұрын
@@terrywhitworth5350 I know many people who bash Leica for being too expensive but then have upgraded their systems every time a new version is released and I think surely you have spent more than the equivalent of a Leica system on this. I think people will just take offence to any system, the circles I move in Nikon gets a lot of bashing for being terrible camera systems, I've used them personally and professionally for years with no real issues, you just need to know your kit. Personally I don't think Leica cameras and the eco system on the whole is worth the cost BUT I am not arrogant enough to bash someone else's choice on how they spend their money, if you want to buy a Leica go for it, you only live once, enjoy it. I hope I'm still actively shooting at 77, having to downsize at 42 so may not be a good sign 😂
@IDaumI 5 сағат бұрын
That part where he says "let's not be stupid, the Leica is going to be better." I'm still not sure if he was being sarcastic or not. But really the end result is subjective. It's about the process of capturing that image. Some may like getting it with auto everything vs manual. Also, I didn't realize there was a beef within street photography. To me street photography is anything that you capture as it happens. What street isn't is when you stage a portrait shot and call it "street photography" like those damn TikTockers. 🤣 I'm not hating on them, but pls just call it a street portrait my guy. 🤣
@jamie.dop_ 4 сағат бұрын
@@IDaumI well said and yes… that comment was just to sit in peoples minds a little and make them want to get stuck in to debate otherwise these videos can fall away and I don’t learn anything from you all in the comments! Thanks for watching. Appreciate it. J
@NiCKLG526 5 сағат бұрын
It's nice to hear that someone has a similar approach to yours. Spot on.
@jamie.dop_ 4 сағат бұрын
@@NiCKLG526 cheers Nick. Much appreciated. J
@peetje28021970 5 сағат бұрын
You don’t need an sd card to get out with your m11 😂
@jamie.dop_ 4 сағат бұрын
@@peetje28021970 haha I know… kinda thought that as I said it but hopefully it makes the point! Thanks, j
@peetje28021970 4 сағат бұрын
@@jamie.dop_ only joking.
@crispin8888 5 сағат бұрын
Well said, and greetings from Singapore.
@jamie.dop_ 4 сағат бұрын
@@crispin8888 ahhh great city! Good to have you you here :)
@julesc5571 6 сағат бұрын
Such a good, engaging video. Agree with everything you say!
@jamie.dop_ 4 сағат бұрын
@@julesc5571 Cheers Jules. Glad you agree and appreciate you commenting! J
@bnwaneampeh 6 сағат бұрын
Great stuff mate...well said on all points 👍🏾
@jamie.dop_ 4 сағат бұрын
@@bnwaneampeh appreciate that and thanks for taking the time to watch :)
@JohanKhoo 6 сағат бұрын
Agreed about the therapeutic effects of street photography, and film vs digital. On Leica hate, I also don’t get it… except just pure envy. That said, use what you have and get out there and shoot - that’s most important.
@jamie.dop_ 4 сағат бұрын
@@JohanKhoo You’re bang on my friend! Wise words
@cristibaluta 6 сағат бұрын
4:35 let's stop right there cause you are full of shit, Leica is not quite up to date technology wise, it doesn't have the best quality, whatever that means. I started to look to many Leica videos recently and what I notice is that Leica users look like snobs to be honest, probably from here the hate, I didn't knew they were hated though
@julesc5571 6 сағат бұрын
Didn’t you hear him? We don’t need this beef, yet here you are perpetuating it 🙄
@johnkasianowicz6536 5 сағат бұрын
There are objective and subjective measures of camera and lens quality. Subjectively, I prefer Leica cameras because they are generally simpler (very few buttons on the exterior, and straightforward menu system). Objectively, I found that the way Leica had sensors built for them (thinner cover glass, custom microlens arrays) makes a substantial and positive image quality difference (at least compared to my Canon EOS 6D). I don’t think Jamie was using a broad brush here. I suspect if you ask him which camera system is better for wildlife or fast action sports photography, he might suggest a brand other than Leica (because its AF is not the fastest and it doesn’t produce long AF telephoto lenses). I also like the look and feel of Leica kit and now have 7 Leica cameras and ~ 38 Leica lenses. That said, if I wanted to do wildlife photography, while I’d use my Leica SL3 with either a Leica AF 100-400 zoom (+ 1.5x extender) or a manual focus Leica 280 mm R lens (+ 1,4x extender) I’d prefer to lean harder on a Nikon mirrorless camera and a high-end Nikon 600 mm telephoto lens. Other brands might be better than Leica for this purpose as well.
@jamie.dop_ 4 сағат бұрын
@@johnkasianowicz6536 bang on as always John! Well said. If I was shooting fast moving subjects or subjects far away then Sony and Nikon seem to be the choice for those users. The beauty is… we know why we love Leica and that’s what matters and makes us shoot more! Has your book arrived? J
@jamie.dop_ 4 сағат бұрын
@@cristibaluta example, case and point right here
@johnkasianowicz6536 4 сағат бұрын
@ I knew you’d choose appropriate kit for a given application. The book arrived. It’s really well done!
@StephenPodrasky 7 сағат бұрын
I love to see the young people embracing street photography and film.I will take my digitals out a lot more than my film cameras. Most likely because all my professional career was all film. All we had at the time. My Sinar and my Hasselblad were my cameras for the professional work. Now for my personal work all I use is Leica. People can hate me because of the camera I choose and it does not bother me. I have to say I really enjoy your videos, one of the best KZbinrs and photographer out there. Keep up the great stories, really enjoy them.
@jamie.dop_ 4 сағат бұрын
@@StephenPodrasky ahhh Stephen that’s very kind. Not so sure about that! Haha You’ve clearly had some wonderful cameras and glad you’re enjoying your post photography career with Leica! J
@StephenPodrasky 3 сағат бұрын
@@jamie.dop_ I will also say. If any does not have your book "If nothing Changes" they are really missing out. A wonderful book.
@jamie.dop_ Сағат бұрын
@ haha too kind. Thanks pal
@peterd1332 8 сағат бұрын
There are definitions of Street Photography. I personally like the one in the Encyclopaedia Britannica. street photography, a genre of photography that records everyday life in a public place. The very publicness of the setting enables the photographer to take candid pictures of strangers, often without their knowledge. Street photographers do not necessarily have a social purpose in mind, but they prefer to isolate and capture moments which might otherwise go unnoticed.
@jamie.dop_ 4 сағат бұрын
@@peterd1332 YES! Love this. Thanks for sharing
@r423fplip 8 сағат бұрын
I agree with film, i even had a desity meter, to measure my negatives. Spent hours in the darkeoom. Still got a couple of enlagers and my easel.
@r423fplip 8 сағат бұрын
But digital and lightroom are so much easier.
@jamie.dop_ 5 сағат бұрын
@@r423fplip thats the trade off isn’t it… not always worth it but when it hits…. Golden!
@mjcatto 8 сағат бұрын
Jamie, “You go out and you have a day with a camera and it allows you to put everything else down”. Wiser words are rarely uttered. I have never used a camera to earn a living but I have always used one to help me escape the world in which I did earn a living as a first responder. And now in retirement, the pleasure I take with a rangefinder up to my eye keeps memories I need to hold at bay right where they need to be. As you are well aware, I enjoy your videos and comment regularly. Sometimes when I can’t go out with my Leica’s your adventures are a great substitute for a busy mind. Cheers, Mark walkacrossitall on the web
@jamie.dop_ 5 сағат бұрын
@@mjcatto thanks as always Mark. Great words here. Said far better than I could ever articulate! Glad you get that same experience too. We are very lucky. Thanks again for your ongoing support. J
@crashcommander 8 сағат бұрын
I had an encounter last year at the photographers gallery where I had my micro four thirds Olympus Pen F plus my Panasonic Leica 25mm lens, and someone took a look at it, and I explained what it was, and as soon as I explained that it was a m43 camera he said it was just a toy, and that I should save up for a M11 like he had. I have to say that there is zero chance of me getting any Leica digital camera, but I don’t hate the people who are in a position to get one, or the camera. But I suppose there will always be jerks in any hobby. I have a big collection of Leica screw mounts, plus my M3, but I also love using my collection of Fuji and m43 cameras. It gives me an excuse to do something creative instead of over thinking and going through another doom spiral.
@leethirkellson 7 сағат бұрын
Should have responded to say it essentially does the same job at a fraction of the price and maybe you are the one with common sense. Hate Leica owners like this, I mean to be fair all brand fanboys are idiots. Leica aren't the 'best' cameras, it is a personal experience, I've owned them, they are nice but I prefer my Nikon and Fujifilm systems and think they are much better value. True story I was once criticised in a similar way for having a poor man's Leica in Fujifilm so I told him I would trade in, so a month or so later I told him I had picked up an M10 (I hadn't) and sent him some images I took with the M10 (or the Fujifilm X-T2 as it really was) his response was about how they looked so much better and I should have moved to Leica earlier. Utter moron. I never told him what I did but I kept it going for months and he would comment on my feed about how my images were much better since I had moved to Leica, no clue and sadly that's what fanboys are like. Never let anyone tell you that your system is inferior or that theirs is 'better' if it works for you, you can get results you are looking for and you enjoy using it then you have the best system there is.
@cristibaluta 6 сағат бұрын
@@leethirkellson Lol, love your little experiment
@jamie.dop_ 5 сағат бұрын
@@leethirkellson hahaha this is classic. Great idea! So good. Yeah he sounds a muppet. Good on you for sticking with what you like and not following a crowd. I picked up the xt-20 last year and those colours are amazing! Love the look of it too. Makes me wanna pick it up. I don’t love Fuji menus but everything else is class!
@jamie.dop_ 5 сағат бұрын
@@crashcommander I grew up using M43 cameras and I would say the camera that propelled me into film and photography the most was the LUMIX GH5 and I’ll always remember that camera. Whatever works for you bud. Ignore the haters of any brand. Sounds like you got it on lock anyways and those people won’t affect you! J
@jamie.dop_ 5 сағат бұрын
@@leethirkellson wise words!
@TKim103 8 сағат бұрын
Been shooting digital M rangefinders for years and I have to agree with you on shooting film. I sold everything and bought a brand new silver chrome Leica M-A as it’s going to be a heirloom camera for me, something a digital camera can’t do as electronics eventually break down and support for it stop (batteries, parts, etc) compared to a fully mechanical camera. Even if I wanted to get back into digital, with the current prices of digital, I got priced out and I’m not a fan of the direction of where Leica is going starting with the Leica M11.
@jamie.dop_ 8 сағат бұрын
@@TKim103 sounds like you’re all set my friend! Never seen an M-A in silver. Bet it’s lovely! Enjoy and hope you throw many rolls through it in 2025. J
@r423fplip 8 сағат бұрын
Perhaps I should get my M6 back out. It's been in the cupboard for years. Then again so has my Hasselblad and Pentax 6x7. I have a rolliflex somewhere.
@cristibaluta 6 сағат бұрын
It is literally more expensive to shoot film, after 4000 photos you are spending more than with a digital
@jamie.dop_ 5 сағат бұрын
@ you have the hall of fame of cameras!! Nuts. I mean I can understand why it’s been in the cupboard then haha
@jeffreywjpn 9 сағат бұрын
100% agree with everything you said. I really enjoy your videos and to be honest they are therapeutic for me when I don’t have the time to get out and shoot myself. The mental clarity you get when you devote some time to just you, a camera and somewhere to explore is profound.
@jamie.dop_ 8 сағат бұрын
@@jeffreywjpn you’re spot on and thank you for your kind words. Glad you feel that way! J
@jayocotube6483 9 сағат бұрын
Amen, brother!
@jamie.dop_ 8 сағат бұрын
@@jayocotube6483 cheers pal
@gayleruble6529 9 сағат бұрын
Preach it brother!!! Couldn’t agree with you more on these perspectives. BTW…It feels weired at times commenting on each of your vids. However…I just really dig them and try to do my part to help with the dreaded algorithms. FWIW
@jamie.dop_ 8 сағат бұрын
@@gayleruble6529 thanks so much. I’m sure it does help and I just like the conversation anyway and also the validation that it’s worth while making these videos in the first place so it really is appreciated :)
@linalbert 9 сағат бұрын
I started using an M11 for the first time a month ago for about 3 weeks straight. I must admit i didn't really like it at first because its all manual. However, I slowly learned to like it. especially when you learn how to use zone focus and take your time to take each shot. I managed to get my favourite shot in 2024 by shooting from the hip on the Leica! Its much more purposeful action to take a photo than a modern camera with AF. there's this satisfaction that you took the photo with a fully manual camera. There's so much more commitment to take a photo compared to just a point and shoot. Also the build quality on the M11 is amazing. Its a very heavy piece of camera equipment and feels so good using it in your hands. Quite a different experience.
@jamie.dop_ 8 сағат бұрын
@@linalbert very happy for you investing in that camera. What a joy. I couldn’t agree with you more on what you said either. Thanks for heading over to this channel. J
@r423fplip 8 сағат бұрын
You will be fine once you get used to its limitations.
@yetidodger6650 14 сағат бұрын
Boring bulk standard lazy street shots.
@Ol.QWERTY.Bastard 2 күн бұрын
Standard Q2M as my first Leica and it's such a nice camera to use. When I do upgrade it'll likely be an M Monochrom but I'll always love the Q2M.
@JJCPhotography 2 күн бұрын
That's a great shot！Keep it up！
@jamie.dop_ 2 күн бұрын
@@JJCPhotography cheers! Thanks for stopping by :)
@carlbroady5393 2 күн бұрын
I am not impressed!!
@jamie.dop_ 2 күн бұрын
@@carlbroady5393 oooo double exclamation marks… I can see that. care to expand on why you are not impressed?
@carlbroady5393 2 күн бұрын
It's art, and art is subjective. Right? I didn't see anything special or stood out.
@jamie.dop_ 2 күн бұрын
@ Thank Carl, I can appreciate that. To be honest neither can I. I wasn’t happy with my images at all in this video. Decent of you to respond and give me some more context. Take care, J
@thejohnandrobbieshow9509 3 күн бұрын
loved it great piece of work
@jamie.dop_ 2 күн бұрын
@@thejohnandrobbieshow9509 thanks so much, appreciate the comment. J
@bopiyeff 3 күн бұрын
The biggest advantage of Leica cameras is the weather protection of bodies and lenses
@jamie.dop_ 3 күн бұрын
@@bopiyeff only with the Q and SL range though :(
@bopiyeff 3 күн бұрын
@@jamie.dop_ M series not?
@jamie.dop_ 3 күн бұрын
@ afraid not.
@marcgilles4520 3 күн бұрын
12:23 that song is amazing. Who’s the artist?
@jamie.dop_ 3 күн бұрын
@@marcgilles4520 sorry pal can’t remember which track I used here. All music is from Artlist. Try shazam :)
@theStevenPowell 3 күн бұрын
this was bloody terrible
@jamie.dop_ 3 күн бұрын
@@theStevenPowell care to expand rather than liking your own comment?
@christianpatrickdouglass4810 3 күн бұрын
Looking into buying a M6 - videos like your’s greatly help! Awesome photos!
@jamie.dop_ 3 күн бұрын
@@christianpatrickdouglass4810 ahhh man you won’t be disappointed. Just something about it! Appreciate you watching. J
@robertkeith6952 3 күн бұрын
hi started watching your videos really good question about film and digital i like using old lenses with digital manual focus slows you down gives you time to think plus the old lenses have the old bohkeh try it
@jamie.dop_ 3 күн бұрын
@@robertkeith6952 I agree with you! I have spoken many times about that in my other videos. Appreciate you stopping by. J
@adambreuse1875 5 күн бұрын
Impossible to watch videos on street photography without having to put up with tattooed forearms and hands 🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮
@r423fplip 5 күн бұрын
Do you think Leica will survive if they don’t add more technology to their cameras. They are so far behind Sony,canon, Nikon and Fuji in that department. These manufacturers are now producing lenses of equal quality also, if not better. Enjoy the channel very much from a photography point of view, but would love to see you use different cameras.
@jamie.dop_ 5 күн бұрын
@@r423fplip I disagree. Lenses are very far off, not hand built but batch built for the masses. Not balanced and crafted to the same standard. Photography is not about the technology, there is beauty in simplicity. Is a Tesla a better car than the classics? Well it has more technology and basically drives itself just as Nikon, Sony and canon do all the work for you. You have to earn your photo with a Leica.
@r423fplip 5 күн бұрын
I’m not so sure about your views on lenses, I have four Leica lenses, but my Fuji 18mm and 90mm are insane quality. I never found my Hasselblad 501cm or my Leica m6ttl anywhere near as good for photography as the cameras I have now. Even my Ricoh gr3 and 3x give me better photos, and a lot easier. They both produce stunning prints. I just got myself the Fuji xt5 just to get the best from the 18 and 90 lenses. I am not disappointed at all, just incredible quality for such a low price.
@r423fplip 5 күн бұрын
One more thing, what computer and monitor do you use, and are you using photoshop 1 or gimp. Probably at a guess, apple and capture one pro or lightroom for software. Me too !
@jamie.dop_ 5 күн бұрын
@ I have Fuji lenses too and an xt5 and xt20. They do not even come close to Leica. Especially in terms of build quality. At the end of the day it doesn’t matter, whatever works for you and by the sounds of things you have some great kit! Enjoy it and appreciate you stopping by. J
@jamie.dop_ 5 күн бұрын
@ I am a lightroom user for basic edits and then use it as well for scanning film with negative lab pro :)
@adambreuse1875 5 күн бұрын
Impossible to watch videos on street photography without having to put up with tattooed forearms and hands 🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮
@nicolamcola 5 күн бұрын
These shots are sick! I am dying to go to London, this made it even worse. Great job. Also inspired me to shoot in B&W!
@jamie.dop_ 5 күн бұрын
@@nicolamcola thanks for tuning in! Appreciate the kind words. When you do come to London you won’t be disappointed:)
@Ol.QWERTY.Bastard 6 күн бұрын
Wow what a lens.. I wonder how mu- **dies**
@xvxxvx4750 6 күн бұрын
great videos. Where are those camera shops in London? Thanks
@jamie.dop_ 6 күн бұрын
@@xvxxvx4750 cheers! The ones in this video are both in Soho nearer Tottenham Court Road. J
@xvxxvx4750 6 күн бұрын
@@jamie.dop_ thank you