$250 Vs $2500.00 Camera - From Capture to Print

[@doplinger1]

I took my a6000 on my trip to the Bahamas last week and it was great! I know it’s limits though - not near as good in low light as my a7iii, and you have to consider the crop factor. I like it for airshows because I can get that extra oomph with my 24-240mm.

[@mikesphotography]

It is a little beast of a camera isn't it Dave. I bet it would be fantastic for airshows!! As always thanks for watching 😁👍

[@kirkp_nextguitar]

The best camera is the one you have with you, and I’m much more likely to carry a lighter less bulky rig on an outing. The A6000 and Sony 70-350mm make a nice amateur wildlife kit. When I upgrade bodies it would be mostly for more advanced focusing. For low light I use DXO Photolab 6 Elite’s Deep Prime noise reduction. It’s much cheaper than a new body.

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts Kirk. The A6000 is such a great little camera that packs a punch!! Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@kirkp_nextguitar]

@@mikesphotography I still use my old NEX6 as a spare body. It does fine for less demanding situations with good light and not fast motion. In fact the EVM on the NEX6 has much higher resolution than the A6000. It’s great for stuff like still life, portraits, and working with manual focus lenses.

[@frankinblackpool]

Rather than a battle of sensors, between cropped and full-frame, I'd say that "Quality Glass" is king every time, in good lighting conditions. Go shooting at night, and there's no contest no matter how much money you throw at glass. Maybe you could review two lenses, with the same focal length, which are from opposite ends of the price range? Maybe a lens which is around a step up from the standard "Kit Lens" and the best lens that you can get your hands on for your Sony A7iv. Is it Ok to be smug with my Micro Four Thirds camera which can shoot 75 RAW+JPEG frames a second and be powered all day from a cheap external USB power-pack.😇

[@mikesphotography]

Haha! M4T is a great system with so many advantages. Some good ideas there Frank ... I'll be writing them down in the list of videos for the future. As always thanks for watching 😁👍

[@FrancisN155]

I just sold my a6000 after 5 years mainly because it gets noisy when I crank up the ISO and I needed a better low light capable camera. But it was a great first camera! I made some great photos on it.

[@mikesphotography]

It is a great little camera isn't it!! What did you upgrade to?

[@Smillii]

I got my A6000 from a friend for 150€ with 4 vintage lenses. I hated it at first when coming from D3200 but it's starting to grow on me. I intend to pair it up with a wide angle prime or zoom for landscapes, as well as astrophotography, just not right now. Stacking helps heaps with the noise so if you can, give it a try.

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks for sharing what you are using and your experiences with it. Stacking is definitely a great way to get rid of unwanted noise. I did a video on it a while back and it yielded almost as good a result as tracking. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@AnthonyJohnson1]

Interesting comparison Mike. I opted for the A7c as my photography camera as I really like the compact size but the full frame benefits. There is a compromise with the viewfinder but I prefer that to the bulkiness of the bigger full frame cameras

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks very much Anthony! I shoot these videos with the A7C so I know what you mean about that camera. Like you said, it has a few compromises but great to have an A7iii in a smaller body ... with an updated focussing system. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@Peterdeskater100]

After many years not taking photos anymore because I didn't like carrying all that gear I finally bought a A6400 last year and am enjoying photography again. I have 2 small zoom lenses and the 70-350 lens and it's such a light package! I don't shoot in low light conditions, so full frame is not really needed for me.

[@mikesphotography]

Great to hear the A6400 is working for you Peter. It is a fantastic lightweight solution isn't it. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@MarkSweeting_]

I'd love to see you do a similar comparison to the RX10 iii/iv. Thanks Mike great informative video

[@mikesphotography]

That would be an interesting one to do. 🤔 Thanks for watching Mark 😁👍

[@lewcehjitl3282]

Selling my a7iv to buy a a6000! 😊

[@DavidStella]

😂

[@mikesphotography]

Haha!!

[@davelong6727]

Thanks Mike have Sony a7iii and a a6000 for backup as I upgraded from the a6000 both are good with the right lenses

[@mikesphotography]

No worries Dave. You're right, they are both good with the right lenses. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@OnilMarteNavarroza]

I hope Sony will make a new camera for their 5000 series. I have the a5000 and with its very small size, I love carrying it around.

[@jamesmgreen15]

Listed fully in another Vid, but recently spent a bit (v affordably used) on a FF APSC set up. Arguably way more bang for buck cropped. Your video has been very helpful before I end up spending on price points I really care about (what I can get back if a wrong decison as much as anything. TA!...OH and such super videography/story telling. You and YOUR TEAM (😁) A**** But seriousy I can only imagine the effort and skill level.

[@mikesphotography]

Great to hear I could help!! Lol... I wish I had a team... this is just me myself and I!! But I do have a lot of fun making them as clear and concise as possible. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@shaungoddard8417]

Another interesting video Mike, I am a A6600 crop sensor amateur/hobbyist & don't think i will be moving to FF in the future. i believe with a quality lens onboard the APSC it definitely gives the more expensive FF cameras a run for the money, more so with the lovely focusing system on the 6600. I think my money will be spent on another lens. (SONY 70-350 G OSS to use alongside my newly acquired Tamron 17-70 f2.8

[@jdpjamesp]

The 70-350 is such a good lens. Funnily enough I've just traded mine in as I had the chance to get the 200-600, but I do really miss the portability and flexibility of the smaller lens.

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks very much Shaun! I used to have the a6600 and it is a great little camera that packs a punch. Like you said, you can spend your money on better glass with the money saved from not buying a FF camera. Like James mentioned, the 200-600mm is a fantastic lens that produces lovely image quality, even if it is a little bulky. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@MonsterCookieMuncher]

Good to see a real world comparison on this topic. These smaller bodied cameras are very capable and much more portable, maybe if you are just packing a day sack for those unexpected opportunities perhaps.

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks very much Steven, this was a lot of fun to shoot and edit! They are very capable cameras and it is surprising to see how well they perform. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@MonsterCookieMuncher]

Looks like you had a good location and conditions for the comparison. Which bit of the country was it?

[@mikesphotography]

Most definitely Steve, this is in the Snowdonia National Park in mid Wales. The peak I was on is called Cadet Idris (Penygader) ... Although I had to hike it a few times to get the right conditions. 👍

[@MonsterCookieMuncher]

Not been on too many routes in Snowdonia, but I know of it. Did a horse shoe route on Snowdon quite some time ago on the same weekend we were going to do Tryfan, but didn't get to it. Spent more time in the Lake District it's a bit closer for me. Good to be able to combine two things that you enjoy doing.

[@johndavis7257]

I used an a6400 for 5 years. Was able to take so many incredible photos. Recently bought the A7R V which is a world of different camera. I still can't bring myself to get rid of the a6400 though there's just something about the little guy that's nice to walk around with. The A7R V has reignited my desire to take photos again as it's characteristics are so much different and it's like learning how to take good photos all over again and my god you can crop that 61MP for ages. It's just wild.

[@colletteworley]

Thanks Mike another brilliant tutorial.

[@mikesphotography]

No worries Collette, as always thanks so much for watching! 😁👍

[@dennisblack4444]

Another great video Mike, I have been shooting with the a6000 and Sigma 16mm 1.4 but have upgraded to the a7iii and 24mm 1.4 GM. I really enjoyed the a6000 but I like the added capability of the a7iii and have found the crop mode inthe a7iii very interesting.

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks very much Dennis. It is very much a case of the ease of use of the more expensive cameras, as well as that low light capability. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@razafiarisonmichael4421]

The a6000 makes fantastic images as well, wow ! I have the A7RIII for my landscapes and A6000 for my street photography

[@mikesphotography]

Definitely! I bet that combo would be great. The A7riii would have been my choice until the brought out the A74. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@zampination]

Wow. Just in time as i just bought 3 days ago an a6000 to accompany my A7RV on my landscape walks and use it as a second landscape shooter when i am working with wildlife with my A7RV + 200-600. Putting it in my pocket and i feel so relieved that i carry so little gear but i can get so much more out of a shoot. And for us landscape photographers the low iso capability of the apsc sensor doesn't matter really as i always shoot iso100 on all my cameras on a tripod always.

[@mikesphotography]

The A6000 is such a great little camera isn't it, and on your 200-600mm, that would give such a great reach on the longer end. Thanks for watching Dimitris 😁👍

[@MrTmiket0007]

Thanks for sharing another wonderful video like always with very good info and tips 👍🤗

[@mikesphotography]

No worries Miguel, as always thanks for watching 😁👍

[@johnanthonycolley3803]

How about a comparison with the A7 via A900 🤔 ( I regularly shoot with my A-mount kit, comprising of A100, A65 & A900 & and Glass ranging from Sony G to Vintage Minolta) 🤗

[@mikesphotography]

Hi John, If I can get my hands on an a900, I'll see what I can do. It's always fun doing these comparisons and it always surprises me what these older cameras can do. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@hogboy5488]

You've hit the nail on the head, it's the ease of usability that is lacking in the earlier models, especially the small batteries. If you can get past this, the a6000 and even the original a7r offer fantastic image quality for very low cost

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks very much. It is amazing what the A6000 can do and how well it keeps up with todays cameras. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@hogboy5488]

Add the tiny 28-60 to the a6000 and its a pocket rocket. My 10 year old daughter uses it more than me now

[@mikesphotography]

Haha! You'll never get the camera back once she's hooked!! 😆

[@lordjim9744]

👍You are very convincing Mike, I have two Nikon cameras and after your video I started looking for a sony a6000 👏

[@mikesphotography]

Haha! Maybe I should get a job in sales!! 😆🙈 Thanks for watching Jim 😁👍

[@barrynoon1812]

Interesting comparison Mike, however having never owned or used the A6000 I am not the person to ask. My journey with Sony started over 20 years ago with the A200, A65, A77mkii, all crop sensor cameras. The older I get has made me realise how heavy these cameras were to hump around with upto 6 lenses, most of which rarely got used!! The A7lV is such a brilliant camera and with only 2 lenes makes a very lightweight system that fits easily into a Lowepro A200 sling back pack that is very compact and much easier to carry. The benefit of a full frame sensor with a stunning dynamic range and low light performance makes me wonder how I managed previously. My advice would be, get the best you can afford and embrace the new technology available. Would you buy a 10-20 year old car and expect it to be as good as a newer one!!! Looks like the weather is picking up at last, next week is looking drier and warmer, have a great weekend, Barry

[@mikesphotography]

You're right Barry, it is better to get newer cameras for the ease of use and the better tech inside, but it is great to see that for a small amount of money you can get some great images. The A7iv is a fantastic camera that has some amazing features built in. As always thanks for watching 😁👍

[@luxdalet]

Sony's team had a genius planning with the a6000. One of the best if not thee best entry camera for digital photography in my noob opinion. The price, the versatility, and compatibility with the actual full frame eMount made it a perfect gateway to other sony cameras. It was my first camera, and I loved using it as much as I could, even though photography is just my hobby. That camera was nearly successful in getting me to go full frame, until fujifilm swayed me with the x100v and got me to stay cropped XD As always, your videos are amazingly entertaining, educational, and above all, inspiring! And that location is beautiful beyond words. The comparisons were great, and I could feel the rush of trying to get that light in time XD It was worth it! Cheers Mike!!!

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks so much for your kind words! Testing these cameras out was just an excuse to go to this fantastic location!! 😆 The a6000 is such a powerhouse and is still relevant today. Like you said, it is a gateway drug to full frame Sony cameras and it definitely was a great idea from Sony to get people over to mirrorless! You just dodged that bullet by sidestepping to Fuji!! 😆😆 As always thanks for watching and commenting, much appreciated 😁👍

[@katzsteel]

Still using my a6000 after many years. It’s one camera that was ahead of it’s time. I want to upgrade, but still not sure I NEED to. 😊

[@mikesphotography]

It is a little camera that packs a punch. I remember meeting a surf photographer that had one when it first came out and thought it was great!! Thanks for watching Katz 😁👍

[@paulm8157]

Topside post, well timed - helpful image comparisons, using same lens a plus. IMO, quality image is the end product of gear, ergonomics, and photographer skills, knowledge and abilities w/that gear as well as editing software. Complex equation. Comfort and usability are key to creativity; not going to much use stuff that’s a pain to carry and use. A6000 was my first mirrorless cam - had its flaws (poor battery - A6600 and A74 use same, now - noisy shutter, no IBIS, light-leaking lens flange (replaceable DIY)) - a crappy in-camera pano mode, and fussy hot shoe. But E-mount adapted to vintage lenses, had pop-up flash and was fun to use. Got some fine images. What focal length did the A6000 report in the display for the full frame Tamron (equivalent, or literal)? Recent YT channel did a “still worth it in 2023” for A6600. His comparison was to A74 - his preference. Not a fair comparison; apples/oranges, IMO. His gripes included lack of more custom buttons and front dial. Go figure. No picnic table in this one, but the alarm clock made a cameo😊. Cheers!

[@mikesphotography]

As always thanks for watching and commenting Paul. I know what you mean about the pano mode. It really is a gimmick. The A6600 is definitely a fantastic upgrade from the A6000 especially with the Z type battery and the newer focussing system ... I'd say compared with the a74, that would be a little brother to it. No picnic tables at the top of this mountain, but definitely had to get at least one easter-egg in there!! 😆 As always thanks for watching 😁👍

[@petemellows]

The crop sensor comparison is a bit of a misnomer. If you were to crop manually on the full-frame, the image size would be the same. That said, convenience-wise, the crop sensor works well. Some of the benefits of the crop sensor can be realized with changing the setting on the full frame camera, but not the weight! For example, my full frame has a crop sensor setting, which also has the benefits of a traditional view finder, where I can see what’s outside of the frame. Having said all that, I am interested in a smaller system just for sports. Thank you for this comparison. Once again, you present useful information in an engaging way.

[@mikesphotography]

I completely agree Pete. The great thing with having something like this in my bag is that it gives me that little extra reach at a slightly higher Mp count than the crop mode in my A7iv. It would be great to own the A7v though with that option built in due to the higher initial Mp count. As always thanks for watching 😁👍

[@PaulMcBreen]

Good video. I started a real estate photography business with the A6000, I have since upgraded to a A6400 for better video. I don't think I can justify upgrading to an A7 when there's new drones etc to buy with that money. No one can tell my photos are a crop sensor and I like the light weight & size, so there's not even a desire to change

[@mikesphotography]

Exactly Paul. It is all about getting the best out of the kit you have without breaking the bank, or your back ... and who doesn't like a fantastic gadget like a drone ... 😀 Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@cristirenault]

Please, be more careful on that snowy ridges, you made me emotions that I wasn't expected. As always, great video and good advices. Keep up the good work, and a great thank you!

[@mikesphotography]

Try not to worry, I was very careful up there and stayed away from the edges because of the snow. I wanted to get closer to the edge for a better framing but didn't because of this, but the views were amazing when the sun did finally break through. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@jdpjamesp]

A great comparison Mike. Interesting timing as I've just decided to upgrade my glass on the a6000 rather than switching full frame. I would say, my experience of battery life isn't anywhere near those numbers you flashed on screen. I've done astro shoots with 4000+ images shot on 2 batteries. Maybe because it's constantly shooting rather than the screen displaying all the time that makes a big difference?

[@sue.Hoo123]

The official battery life figures given by all manufacturers are based on switching on camera, take a photo, switching off camera, repeat until battery runs out. In the real world we tend to take more than one image before switching off which is why we can take a thousand, or more shots on a battery with a stated 350 shots, especially if using bursts.

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks James. Those figures were taken from the official websites, so like Sue said, they go through the whole process, but like you said, if you have the camera on constantly shooting, without the evf/monitor on, this would increase the amount you could take per charge. As always thanks for watching 😁👍

[@onikaimu]

Great video, Mike. Beautiful location but you looked freezing again. Great prints as well. Stay safe and warm.

[@mikesphotography]

Haha! Yep, it was pretty cold up there ... and this was two separate hikes in this video as the first day was completely clouded in!! 😆🙈 As always thanks for watching my friend 😁👍

[@MrTmiket0007]

Thanks for sharing another wonderful video like always 👍🤗

[@mikesphotography]

No worries my friend, thanks so much for watching and commenting, always appreciated! 😁👍

[@kellyhaller1229]

One thing you didn't mention was that the A7iv can be put into APS-C mode to get the same crop factor as the A6000.

[@mikesphotography]

That is true Kelly, but the A6000 is at 24Mp whereas the A7iv is at 18Mp, but I should have mentioned it. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@sven4199]

Another great video. Thx for that!

[@mikesphotography]

No worries, thanks for watching Sven! 😁👍

[@SimonVelazquez]

My current camera vs the camera I want. Thanks for making this video 😁

[@mikesphotography]

Haha! No worries Simon, I hope it has helped!! Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@anton_14a11]

I got an a6000 for my trip to Costa Rica, i thought it was a great camera especially for the £300 i paid with the kit lens, even with the kit lens i got some really good photos considering i was basically learning to use the camera over the holiday, i can see the shots improving as the holiday went on, would have liked to pick up a prime lens and a longer zoom before i went, but i didnt have time or the budget really, but its got me right into photography, id like to make decent use of it i doubt i will ever become a pro but such a good piece of kit especially for travel as its so small

[@mikesphotography]

That's great to hear Anton. It is such a great little camera that definitely packs a punch, I bet you got some great photos from Costa Rica!! Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@sue.Hoo123]

Is that Cadair Idris? I used to have a Sony NEX6, which I think was the precursor to the A6000. It was a fun camera, 16 MP great results. As you say newer, (more expensive), cameras have features that make it easier, not necessarily better. If I mainly took Landscape images I wouldn’t be looking to upgrade, but as a mainly Wildlife photographer the improvements in AF and particularly subject recognition make things a lot easier. A really decent evf is a must for me too. Another good vlog, thank you.

[@mikesphotography]

Yes it is Cader Idris! One of my favourites to hike. This was my first one from the Dolgellau side as I've only hiked it from the south before. You're right about wildlife. The more up to date autofocussing systems make it so much easier to get focus and lock on to a moving subject. I used to shoot sports in the 90s on a Canon EOS 5, and that thing was hard to track focus, with one decent crosshair focussing point in the center!! 😆 Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@sue.Hoo123]

@@mikesphotography thank you, I’ve only ever gone up Cadair from the car park in the south, it’s quite a steep ascent from there, would you say the hike from Dolgellau is easier? Asking as my husband is recovering from Hamstring injury and I think the south route would be too much for him.

[@mikesphotography]

@@sue.Hoo123 From the Dolgellau side is definitely easier. I took 2 hours to get to the summit, and you don't have that false summit to go over to then get to the actual summit that is there from the south. It is a case of going from Ty Nant carpark, up onto the ridge and then along and up to the summit. It is still a bit of a hike but no where as hard as that innitial assent from the carpark to the little slate bridge.

[@sue.Hoo123]

@@mikesphotography thank you that sounds much better. That false summit from the Minffordd route is so deflating, you think you’re nearly there…..🫣

[@mikesphotography]

Haha! And the dip doesn't look too bad, until you're at the bottom of it hiking back up to the actual summit! 😆🤦🏻‍♂️

[@midisax]

I just upgraded from my a6000 to the a6600. For myself, the upgrade was really worth it. I’m going to send my a6000 out for infrared conversion. Any thoughts on what filter? 720nm vs 830nm? I’m leaning toward the 830nm for B&W. I’m a huge fan of your channel! Would you consider doing a video on printers and the processes for home printing? That’s my next step…I think!

[@mikesphotography]

I used to have the a6600. It's such a great upgrade with that fantastic focussing system. I am toying with adapting my a6000 to infrared as well ... I've been thinking that full spectrum would work well with the option of putting different filters on it for different ranges of light at different times ... as well as the possibility of filming with an IR light for astro videos. It's funny you should mention home printing as well. I am looking at getting a new printer, so when I do, I will definitely do a video on it. As always thanks for watching Peter 😁👍

[@GreenhornPhototaker]

Really enjoyed this Mike, thank you!

[@mikesphotography]

No worries Lou, thanks for watching 😁👍

[@botibike]

best clip at 2:09 I love it

[@mikesphotography]

Haha!! I just had to get that in with the flippy screen comment!! 😆😆 Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@bondgabebond4907]

Thanks for a wonderful video. I'm new to your site and rather new to digital cameras. Most of my life I was using my old Nikon F2a, going through film like there was no end. This video and others explaining how to use the Sony cameras is great. Many of the features are Greek to me as I was used to simple film cameras. Now I will push my A7IV to its limits.

[@mikesphotography]

Great to hear you like my video, welcome to my channel! 😁 I also have a video on the A7iii and all of its functions. It is the older style menu but you might be able to learn a few things about all the new features by watching it and then transfer them to the A7iv. Here's the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJKVmKVup7yCa6s Thanks for watching 👍

[@overlanderuk5969]

Sony do need a stacked sensor in their apsc line up. It’s like night and day the focus speed between a9 and a6600

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks for sharing

[@stephenwoodburn2970]

Nice comparison, Mike. I am still shooting with the A7ii and have just not found reason enough to upgrade. It is still a fantastic camera. I have never shot with a crop sensor, but you make a good case for getting one, if just for the size difference and the ability to still get great shots. Hope you and yours are will my friend.

[@mikesphotography]

It is always nice to have one in the bag, just in case you need a little extra reach. It's amazing how these older cameras can keep up though. As always thanks for watching 😁👍

[@jaymichaud1447]

@Stephen I upgraded from the a7iii to the iv if you shoot wildlife, action or sports the tracking on the iv is amazing. I captured an eagle this morning and I couldn’t believe how it kept focus on his eye. If you just shoot landscape not really a reason to upgrade. I started with the a6000 it’s a great little camera but in low light was no match for my a7iii.

[@stephenwoodburn2970]

@@jaymichaud1447 I have heard about the tracking on the A7IV. That is awesome that you are out shooting eagles. I do most of my photography when we travel, as I love landscape photography, but live in South Alabama. There is only so much farm land photography I can take.

[@jaymichaud1447]

@@stephenwoodburn2970 I live in the Smoky Mountains in NC. If you’re ever out this way give me a shout. I’ll show you some cool places to shoot.

[@AlexMcDougallPhotography]

A very interesting and informative video as usual, with excellent images as usual. Was thinking about swapping my lumix G9 for an a6500. Thanks.

[@mikesphotography]

No worries Alex, great to hear it has helped. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@lindakantes873]

Another great video Mike --Im also sticking with the A7c for compact size ... got a problem with Magenta Cast, reviews say A7c veers towards green ???

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks Linda. The A7c is a great camera that almost takes the best bits of both systems. I haven't really noticed a colour shift with it, it might be worth printing some images from it to see how they come out. If you shoot in raw, it shouldn't be a problem to correct for and then set up a profile for it. As always thanks for watching 😁👍

[@juancarlosgarcia3025]

a6000 was my first mirrorless camera, now i use the amazing, fantastic, wonderfull, superb a7III...😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋, there are a lot of differences between booth cameras on use factors, but you are right, in standard prints there is not great quality diferences... Great video Mike. And as we say in Spain... "Walk or not walk... big donkey."

[@mikesphotography]

Haha! Thanks very much JC!! And how do you say that saying in Spanish!? 🤔

[@juancarlosgarcia3025]

@@mikesphotography Ande o no ande... burro grande 😂😂😂

[@mikesphotography]

Haha! Awesome, I'll have to use that next time I'm in Spain! 😁👍

[@juancarlosgarcia3025]

@@mikesphotography ❤️❤️❤️

[@dsam3]

Girding myself to do the best I can with rx10 iv, learn a lot before going for another system

[@mikesphotography]

That's a great thing to do Sam. I had the rx10iii for a long time and with good light, it can produce some amazing photographs. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@dsam3]

@@mikesphotography good to hear. What is good light ? Sounds redundant, only bright sunny day I consider good light. I haven't checked if anyone covered What good light is.

[@mikesphotography]

@@dsam3 Good light is very subjective. What looks good on one landscape might look rubbish on another ... and what looks good to one person, again might look rubbish to another. Good light to me is when it brings out the best in a landscape and a lot of times this can be direct sunlight light, low in the sky, giving long shadows and micro contrast on your subject, or the most interesting thing in your frame. I have shots that I have taken in the middle of the day that I love, but I also have shots that I have taken in the golden hour that I also really like. But like I said, it is a very subjective part of photography.

[@saurabhjoshi3657]

Sir which DSLR camera would you recommend for beginners?

[@mikesphotography]

I would suggest something like the Canon 650D or the latest version of it. Although with the price of the A6000 being really good second hand, I'd probably go with something like that over a dslr as it is so much more user friendly and speeds up the learning process. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@andysuzierawlins5462]

My friend has a fugi gt4, and it's not great for range of lenses, she is thinking of looking for another camera system

[@mikesphotography]

Some systems just don't have the volume right now, but hopefully they will get better. This is one thing with Sony cameras. Because they have been making the A series for a while now, and they keep the tech open for third parties, we do have a huge selection of lenses to ponder over ... the trick is to not spend every single penny on kit... 🙈

[@andysuzierawlins5462]

@@mikesphotography would Sony be a good series to move to

[@FrankHa.]

If I take astrophotos at APS-C with F1.4 and ISO 1600, I have the same dynamic range and noise as with FF F2.0 and ISO 3200. The image quality can only be better with FF if you use the same aperture and ISO as on APS-C. With the Viltrox 13mm F1.4 you can make exactly the same image as with the Sony 20mm at f2 on FF and then the Sony has a much stronger vignette if you want to have an advantage then you have to take Sigma 20 f1.4 and then you pay and drag. The only better focal length for astro is 14mm on FF because on Aps-c it is only 10mmF2 but on FF it is 14mmF1.8 is the same the problem 😭vignette of the Sony of 2.8 stops darker corners, the Meike 10F2 only has an edge darkening of 1.7 if the Sony is corrected in post processing so that no more vignette is visible then I have more noise than with the Meike. the Sigma 14mmF1.8 has less vignette but weighs 1,2kg and can't use screw filters, it's always the same game on the one hand FF is better but you have to accept weight, price or more vignette. I sold my A7iii, the Sony 14 and 20mm, kept the a6600, bought the Viltrox and Meike, there is still 1800€ left, and have partly better pictures.

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks for sharing your experiences Frank. 👍

[@Cliffthomasphotography]

Great video again Mike… I’ve been thinking of getting a a6000 as an alternative to my rx100vi. I have an a7iii with a few lenses so thought it might make a good alternative..

[@mikesphotography]

It would definitely be a good upgrade for the rx100vi ... although the rx cameras are fantastic little workhorses!! Having a slightly bigger sensor and the lenses from your a7iii would be a great combo. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@fathanarga]

Good video mike, i got my first camera (Canon 3000d) in 2019 and only got into photography recently. Decent but the stock lense didn't have enough zoom and wide angle for me (i mainly do landscape for hobby), recently thinking on buying a new camera but the prices really put me out. A friend recommend me Sony a6000 and other mirrorless camera but there isn't any official stores here (my parents only let me buy from official stores), so I reconsider buying a new lense, but with my small budget (

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks very much! It will be tricky getting a Sony A6000 as they have stopped making it from new. The best way is to get a second hand one, then you'll get it really cheap, but this won't help if mum and dad won't let you buy from e-bay. It might be worth going in to a store to see what you can get from them and see what you like. This is what I would do. Local camera stores also sometimes have a good second hand selection. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@fathanarga]

@@mikesphotography i want to do that but the official store's price really for my case 2-3x higher than non official, my friend bought a 1500d for only 300 usd and 800d for 500. For that price the store only gave me 3000d with no accessory. Also do you have any lenses suggestions for beginner that is affordable? As I having trouble can't zoom in very well.

[@veertube1]

Awesome comparison as always!!! Im a hobby photographer…Need advice … i have sony 99 which is old amount and working flawless … now i want to go for a bird photography so in a deal bought 200-600 sony lens hence i do not have e mount thinking of getting a6000 instead found a6300 in used market in the price of a6000. Do you recommend a6300? Or can i trade my sony a99 and get sony a7iv ?

[@mikesphotography]

It's hard to say as I haven't used the A6300... here's an article comparing the two: mirrorlesscomparison.com/sony-vs-sony/a6300-vs-a6000/ personally, I'd upgrade to the A7iv. The focussing system is fantastic and would be idea for bird photography... and when paired with the 200-600mm, that would be an amazing combination.

[@edwardbarbieri5283]

Mike, are the lenses interchangeable between A6000 and A7III?

[@mikesphotography]

Hi Edward, Yes they are, it is the same mount. However, the lenses that are made for the a6000 series of cameras are designed for a crop sensor, so even though you can put the crop lenses on the a7iii, it might show some hard vignetting. Like in this short video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q3m3paSVpN2MmKs On the other hand, the Sony FE mount lenses, designed for full frame cameras, work well on the crop sensor system. I hope that makes sense. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@CharlesGaluski]

Now, would the a6000 pictures be sellable on, say, Etsy or eBay?

[@mikesphotography]

Yep. When you sell a print, no one really would ask what it was taken with, as long as the quality was there. Thanks for watching Charles 👍

[@CharlesGaluski]

@@mikesphotography Thanks for getting back to me. Have a great weekend.

[@Alberto.LIS.Morais]

Hey Mike, as always, great video. Since you probably have tried more Sony cameras than me, I would ask you your opinion about something. I have made some extra cash to spend on gear. I have a A7 III, . And a want to upgrade, and choose another companion for it. I do both photo and video, do you think. Is better to relay on the photo capabilities of the a73, and improve on a more video camera, relay on a73 video capabilities and improve on a better photo camera. Or just don’t buy nothing and improve my lens option. Thanks 👍

[@mikesphotography]

Hey Alberto, That's cool to have an injection of cash you can invest in your gear with. First of all, what lenses do you currently own? And do you feel like you are lacking in any focal lengths? For instance, do you feel like you need more reach, or does your widest lens not get everything in? Secondly, how much filming video do you do compared to photography?

[@Alberto.LIS.Morais]

@@mikesphotography 1- At the moment. 20mm f1.8 , 55mm f1.8 Zeiss. 85 mm f 1.8 , 24-70 f4 Zeiss. O would Like to have zoom Lens to fulfil, my Holy trinity . But At same time a dedicated lens for video ( like the PZ 16-35 f4 ). That’s a hard one. I normally adapt my photo scene, depending on what lens i have with me in the moment. But I can tell you , the kind of scene i like more. 1- landscape, 2- arquitecture. 3- people. I do photography most of the time. But a love videos when I’m on vacation. I use to have a @6000, with the 18-105 f4 oss. For videos. But a I got robbed. 😭. I’m very obsessed with image quality and sharpness. But for video 4K 60 ps, is all I need for now. I probably stick with my a7 III for both. And get some lenses. And wait for the a7 V. At the moment I’m in between PZ 16-35 f4 oss Or Wait for 16-35 f2.8 gm II. For short range. And 70 - 200 f2.8 gm II Or. 70-200 f4 oss. And a 35mm f1.4 gm, that probably will have to wait a few more months. I appreciate your opinion on this.

[@olegsk.9288]

Having The Lightroom app as perfect tool to edit a pic-that's really make no difference between above mentioned cameras..., plus Master's hand and eye...

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks for your thoughts Oleg.

[@olegsk.9288]

@@mikesphotography Always interesting watch Your videos, despite English is not my native language... ,99% understandable. Advising them to my friends.

[@michaelturton357]

I still have my a6000, I call it a machine gun, in good light it is great but it suffers in low light with my Milky Way shots. I will be changing my a7r to an a7iv.

[@mikesphotography]

Haha! That is a very apt name for it!! Thanks for watching Michael 😁👍

[@godsinbox]

the worst thing? is other photographers. Imagine, no gear envy, no competition, and no criticism

[@mikesphotography]

Image that ... 🤔

[@Kevin._Lai]

Hey Mike, you could save me $3k for upgrading to A7iv if you could post this vid a month earlier lol. The difference on the focusing system and settings on A7iv are day and night to A6000 (at least for an amateur like me). But I agree with you that A6000 is still able to do amazing things providing the conditions play to its advantage.

[@mikesphotography]

Haha! Sorry Kevin ... I wish I had have made it earlier. At least you are seeing the differences with the focussing system ... it is really good isn't it. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@seemerollin675]

ah man , i'm thinking since months to upgrade from my a6000 to the a7IV. I want to use it for motorcycle/automotive photography aswell as for landscape and wildlife, do you think it's the right choice? Thanks in advance and thanks for your great video!

[@richbottarini86]

If you are not carrying the camera for extended time and weight is a major factor, go full frame. Also, the latest generation of lenses are much lighter. Try the Tamron 28-200 for versatility, weight and cost. The combo makes the. 6000 series in the dust.

[@mikesphotography]

For automotive photography, the upgrade would definitely be worth it, and if you have the reach with a good telephoto lens, for wildlife you would see an improvement as well. Like Rich said, there are lots of light lenses out there nowadays that you don't have to break the bank with. \ Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@seemerollin675]

@@mikesphotography thanks a lot for your answer!🙏

[@mikesphotography]

No worries. 😁👍

[@Alberto.LIS.Morais]

If you want amazing photos , and you are not professional. @6000, it’s just perfect, it’s better to spend in a better prime lens. With a nice 35 mm prime lens, you can do an impressive job….

[@mikesphotography]

Exactly! Thanks for watching Alberto 😁👍

[@SarathKumarTM]

Did sony a6000 survived that weather ?

[@mikesphotography]

Haha! Good question ... It did really well in the cold weather, although the aging batteries didn't last too long. Luckily I have about 5 of them!! 😆😆 Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@SarathKumarTM]

@@mikesphotography I also have a6000.. I am done with regular battery😂😂.. so I am using dummy battery adapter connected to 50000maH power bank.. but I am always worried about a6000’s poor weather sealing.. 😑

[@mikesphotography]

That sounds like a good idea! Ive had the rx100ii, the a6000 and the a7iii in some pretty harsh conditions and they have all survived really well, so I don't think it is too much of a problem. The biggest thing for me is how good the weather sealing is on the lenses. My Tamrons have had a bit of condensation on the insides after some really wet days, but with a bit of tlc, they come good in the end. 👍

[@buergeraktivist]

I watched that video in 144p and i couldn't tell the difference.

[@mikesphotography]

It is very much the same when you get good light. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@Wigalot]

Short answer to title: Yes Long answer to title: Yeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts Wigalot.

[@peterfritzphoto]

I really enjoy your videos, Mike, and especially your delivery. Zero bullsh*t - just the way I like it. 🦘

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks very much Peter! Lots more to come as well!! Thanks for watching 😁👍