AMATEUR vs PRO Photographer - Camera or Skill?

Is it the camera or the skills? Today we're going to put it to the test, Mike will be using a Sony RX100-VII while Yulia will use a brand new Sony A7R5 in a photography battle...
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Chapters:
00:00 - 00:36 Intro
00:36 - 01:40 ROUND 1 | RX100
01:40 - 03:37 ROUND 1 | A7RV
03:37 - 04:50 ROUND 2 | RX100
04:50 - 06:27 ROUND 2 | A7RV
06:27 - 07:37 ROUND 3 | A7RV
07:37 - 08:22 ROUND 3 | RX100
08:22 - 13:22 Comparing Photos
13:22 - 14:53 Outro
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[@masonhyt3s]

I have never heard anyone using a Sony A7 say these words "it's so difficult with the low light."

[@sesto194]

Who wouldve guessed a ISO of 100k wouldnt be enough

[@masonhyt3s]

Dude that statement rattled me@@sesto194

[@Eww.shotsIG]

She was probably using the wrong settings xD she's a newb

[@stillepic5174]

I’m still a newbie too but I feel like I have a decent idea of the capabilities of the A7. I personally would have let the camera control most of the settings by using either A or S priority for the challenge and only switched to manual if I had a really good idea of the end result I wanted

[@ItsPinecone_911]

To be far, the A7R series isnt the best for low light.

[@Skilvo]

How dare she disrespect the RX100 VII (09:28)?! That camera is extremely capable considering it's size and weight. I used the RX100 VI before upgrading to an A7 and it never disappointed me!

[@Jmtechdude]

I was just about to say that 😂

[@Destroyer_01055]

I was going to say that too, point and shoot cameras are for those with little bit more skill in the pockets

[@MaxisAndroidGames]

Rx100 VII also has a 1 Inch Sensor. Absolute good camera

[@tommynguyen8620]

Mike, the RX100 Vii can absolutely go slower than 1/8 s on the shutter - it just has to be set into the mechanical shutter mode, you had it in electronic shutter mode.

[@piotrch0]

...or continuous shooting, that also limits the shutter to 1/8s. To go slower, it has to be in single-shot mode.

[@james.l.anthony]

Loves this series always interesting to see how you and the amature adapt to the situation to get the best shots!👏🏻👏🏻

[@thimoschreiber4275]

Ever did a Style comparison? Like Wildlifephotographer vs Carphotographer? Give the Wildlifephotographer the full equipment and you are only allowed to use one lens no tripod or something like that

[@gliderpilot2006]

I always like these kinds of videos, this was my introduction to your channel and I like this content a lot! The thing I find when watching similar videos is that the professional gives the novice a huge boost by allowing them to watch them work. You could see her evolve as a photographer as the shoot went on, in the beginning it felt like she was looking for excuses why her images wouldn't be good and by the end she appeared to have more confidence, was directing the car more, running around, etc. I felt like I watched her gain skills as the video went on. Really nice work. It would be even better if you weren't double handicapped by not knowing the gear, maybe have an hour session (not filmed) ahead of time to get familiar with the equipment. She struggled to change a lens in the first challenge. You struggled with a shutter speed setting that I've never run into as an RX100M7 shooter. Getting familiar with new kit would have helped both of you a little.

[@Danielkeoghphotography]

great to see this series again keep up the great work mike!!!

[@vinkel906]

seeing north borders use the same camera specs as i do and still pull great photos just makes me happy on the camera that im currently using

[@sleepless51]

My first Sony camera was a Sony RX100V. It is quite capable for its size. It helped me get familiar with the old Sony menu. Later that was useful with the a6600, and then a7III. Nice to see that it produces good results in good hands.

[@bajanzumatv]

been watching this guy for around 3 years now (during covid era) always love these videos .

[@bruhdabones]

Oof, the Rx100 is a $1200 camera and it CAN do 30” exposures. It’s better than you think! You just needed more time to figure it out. I used to shoot on a $400 point and shoot, and even that did long exposures

[@MichaelRoninTV]

Great video bro, the rx100 is a mad camera. I find I use it a lot more for video than photo. It does take a decent photo but I prefer my A7IV for that. Happy I could help out with loaning the camera for the thumbnail too hahah. P.S - You can go slower than that with the shutter. You must have had a weird setting on limiting the shutter speed. Mine can go as slow as 30 seconds. Cheers!

[@vdjalienofficial]

this is the content we really like, thank you Mike for inspiring all of us

[@NorthBorders]

glad you enjoyed it man! got another one coming out mid jan 😁

[@Louis.slmn93]

I think the most decisive thing here is your edits , the vibe is much better in your pictures !

[@Troghytroxy]

Just binged watched that series yesterday again so nice to see it again

[@codyenslow]

Always learning new stuff from your videos. I only watch to relax or be entertained, but it's a sick bonus

[@reyesvisuals8533]

Started watching you Boyz like back in 17', definitely grown up since. very entertaining

[@abdulraheemoye]

Such an awesome video idea, I always love watching amateurs using pro cameras. I recently got myself the osmo pocket 3

[@JasonPierceOfficial]

Great stuff! Love the banter

[@markus7440]

I like the carphoto videos, but i miss the street POV videos and the photo challenges with the other guys and the photo ratings of the community at the video end.

[@nerdynautilus5373]

This looks super fun!

[@iamZivM]

LOVEE when you do this kind of videoss! LETS GOOO WOOOOOOOO

[@sixlitrehair]

I love how she say shi**y camera on Sony rx 100 VII, which is litteraly 1300 pounds, pocket swiss army knife camera :D :D

[@Fifthimagez]

just what I needed to pick me back up thanks so much for sharing.

[@csrmrl]

Sickkk like always mate :) Keep going 🔥

[@thomasfrancisco9561]

Yes I love this type of content!!!🙌😆

[@theperfectshot1110]

1 year photography experience and she doesn't know the difference between the lenses??

[@ItsPinecone_911]

Julia's triple shot while he was fixing the batter where my favorites from the shoot.

[@ethancohen12]

I LOVE these videos!!

[@TangsTails]

Love the idea for this video! It's definitely something I thought about when I was doing videography... but I guess the juries still out? Lol

[@Carlxsgram]

Hello, which preset exactly did you use in these photos 13:27 , I bought your presets, but I loved this edition and I would like to know which one it is exactly in this photo, thank you :)

[@ITISFAXX]

I love this Video not only does is it about photography it has a RX-7

[@Insomnia_Central_]

Dope as alway🍻🔥🔥🔥

[@jacobrice9472]

One year of experience... that one time you bought a camera with a kit lens, tried to figure it out and gave up... a year ago. Lol

[@gregsouza5748]

Enjoyable content, would have been great to see camera settings for each shot. my Favs 10:24 and 10:48

[@rgadsby23]

Such classic Melbourne locations!

[@Supercar_TV]

Yo so I have a stock canon 4000d for my car photography it’s my first camera I’ve had it about 4 years but I’m looking to upgrade to something with much better image quality but something budget friendly under £1000 preferably a canon any recommendations ??

[@aqua4790]

sony a6400

[@loris6250]

damn i did not pay attention that you remove the driver on almost every of your shots but it is super nicely done. great video and amazing concept as always

[@MrFlayFox]

Another banger Mike! Inspiring once again. Would love to be at a shoot of yours. If you're ever in the Netherlands and you need a guinea pig or another amateur, hit met up! xD

[@EITANK___]

Damm bro the thing I could do with the car the locations and the lens choice >>> Fire vid🔥☄️

[@changelivesimages]

What were you guys thinking man? The pro should just shoot Yulia as a model and everyone wins.

[@d-rose27]

lol

[@flying__goose24]

bro i need more photo battles whit the boys

[@petedrew3911]

Be interesting to see you edit each others photos and see the results.

[@Danu_chandimal]

The drivers air jordans and mazda matched so well

[@rap_is_life]

Great competition with a great car and nice results👏 Which chestbelt is that you are using for holding your IPhone?

[@Happy_Snapper]

0:05 Yulia ❤ has already won

[@FutureBoosted]

These videos make me want to visit Australia

[@aqua4790]

actually shows that you dont really need expensive gear to shoot amazing photos

[@toniwdaum]

sick photos!

[@NiranjuVlogs]

Thanks

[@bluefoot2318]

Wow I was js looking through the Chanel lol u should bring out the Nikon d3300 again

[@SethWoodsYT]

I wish I had friends to run around shooting photos with :'(

[@jacoblayland614]

her compositon was good, but she had no idea how to operate manual which is coming you should know how to do after shooting for a year

[@kostyaanR]

Первый раз смотрю видео с этого канала. И пишу на русском потому что услышал -"Стоп, я хочу вот здесь" на 7:00 и я такой чтооо, почему она все то время не могла со мной говорить так, ахаххаха. На самом деле мне очень понравился такой формат видео, тем более что у меня тоже есть rx100vii.

[@wndiazzz8750]

тоже немного был шокирован неожиданной русской речью

[@DDHDTV]

what? min shutter of the Rx100 is 1/8th of a second? I learned photography on a Canon G7X (so the canon equivalent to the Rx100) and did long exposure with that. up to 30 seconds, i think i may even had a bulb mode

[@911skull]

Of course is the RX100 capable of 30 seconds and has a bulb mode too.

[@DDHDTV]

what's going on here in the video then?@@911skull

[@artperez2842]

first, missed this kind of your videos

[@lachiedthechicken]

Broooooo, lovely vid. I NEEED YOUR CALENDAR. THEY HAVE SOLD OUT AND I NEEED IT.

[@imjason8129]

Which rooftop was that first location?

[@tomaspesica.]

Mike just knows what he's doing

[@BuzzzdLightyear]

Not sure what point you're trying to prove. Both of those cameras are very expensive and capable lol

[@familjenkh3734]

Bro you could have taken more 1/8 shutterspeed images and then merge them later as one longer exposure. Not an excuse 😉😉😂😂❤❤

[@United_Wings]

Nice

[@daikishinomiya]

The Limon cameo

[@sashakalinsky715]

For a long time I couldn’t understand why the girl had such a familiar accent, and then I heard a familiar language at 7:02 :)

[@jimmyborjelind]

Any rx100 variant is a great camera.

[@mdpworld4111]

yeah boi

[@cubingbuzz1]

watch is sick mate

[@datvu6]

Which watch was he wearing?

[@cubingbuzz1]

@@datvu6no clue but it looks cool

[@matthathaway5015]

I don’t think anyone can possibly take a bad photo of an RX7

[@Brownnoise443]

*Angry Faye noises in the background*

[@edwardthecar2300]

i want to see this but on a £20 amazon kids camera

[@RykuroRacing]

Not enough slow motion shots of Mike's hair blowing in the windy sunset.

[@HudsonAlcantara87]

bring back mustache mike!

[@sergei.trophimov]

Привет, Юля, привет, Влад)

[@Novak596]

10:18 👀

[@21snapstreet]

MIke what you doing man? You should chose a Nikon for this battle 🤣🤣🤣

[@lt.e]

Its sad that your picture comparison at the end isnt with the raw footage. I mean you can do alot with LR or smthg else For a comparison please raw footage.

[@DrZeeple]

Will go slower than 1/8 with mechanical shutter

[@tulasnaps]

Amount of money a camera cost or the size doesn’t make a camera shitty or determine anything. They’re tools and they’re both going to capture an image in 2d. It’s the person behind the camera that makes all the difference.

[@jmackultra]

Put some respeck on that RX100 that camera is an S Tier point and shoot

[@JJPena.Photography]

One year my ass, if she doesent know the difference between a 15-35 and a 600mm prime maybe first time touching a camera?

[@oh8730]

😳

[@LTN-Film]

Впечатляющее видео особенно на моменте когда она сказала "Стоп, я хочу вот сдесь, смотри сюда"

[@DrZirdrz]

this is all great, but why didn'y you make Mike really suffer and shoot with Nikon D800?

[@DJBastor]

there is no link to yulia😢

[@Aroundtheworld-ew6rx]

The pro photo looked over processed with great composition. The noob image looked to be in better quality but had poor lighting, poorly edited, poor framing. Would of been cool to see the noob use the preset. Great marketing. "Look how bad the noob photos were without the preset, bang, now they're great and you can be great too for a reasonable price of $99.99"

[@colinstock325]

I find it amusing that professionals always think they’re better photographers than amateurs and all because they how to run a business, which has nothing to do with being anything other than an adequate photographer.

[@JustinSteereMusic]

My comment isn't a bash on the camera of choice for the video or the video itself because I understand what the main point of the video is by showing that you can still make great photo's with Amateur photography gear and it was done very well here. But I think it's more amazing that a camera in the $1,600 price range counts as an amateur camera in today's photography market. Most amateur photographers aren't going to be able to or be willing to spend $1,600 on a camera. Also, it wouldn't be wise for an amateur to spend $1,600 on a point and shoot camera if they're planning on upgrading to a better camera in the near future. While this is a great concept for a video to show that you can create great shots with inexpensive gear especially when you have the disadvantage of using a point and shoot camera VS a pro camera. But $1,600 for a point and shoot camera isn't exactly inexpensive. Photography is definitely changing if $1,600 is considered an amateur camera price range.

[@nulla9601]

My favorites were 9:05 9:50 and 12:34

[@abdoubavari7567]

❤🤍💚🇩🇿🇩🇿🇩🇿

[@chinhchinh6265]

Ah yes the woman. Give bad command then instant blame

[@LuckyPOV02]

tbh the shots didnt looked like 1 year of experience

[@TheMan-child]

The lens is really dark like yea 💀

[@miribabayev7381]

Was looking for this comment 🤣 I've lost it there

[@flickerspb]

девушка русская как я понял ))

[@Jassibro]

Get out of your comfort zone mate 😂😂😂😂

[@flying__goose24]

pls

[@carlgoetzinger6876]

7:53 = not now chief, I’m in the fuckin zone!

[@ArthurAbramovPhoto]

Юлия говорит по русски? Ну да, как я по имени не догадался😅

[@ZohaibAlam]

Nahhh she needs to be in front of the camera 👏👏

[@notjjmadness4695]

tonight we are going to have 3 rounds in 3 different locations... 💀

[@shaan_shady45]

One year and she aint kno shit😂