Concert Photography - iPhone vs Compact camera

Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour concert was the perfect place to test whether an iPhone was all I needed at a concert or if a compact camera would give me better results. I tested the iPhone 15 Pro Max against the Lumix TZ-220 (also known as the ZS-220). I look at zoom, image quality, megapixels, exposure, and video. Check out which one I would recommend.
0:00 Intro
1:11 Zoom
2:41 Image Quality
4:08 Exposure
5:31 Video
9:10 RAW vs jpg
11:48 Why Lumix?
13:30 Capture variety
14:23 Older iPhones
15:30 My recommendation
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El concierto Eras Tour de Taylor Swift fue el lugar perfecto para comprobar si un iPhone era todo lo que necesitaba en un concierto o si una cámara compacta me daría mejores resultados. Probé el iPhone 15 Pro Max con la Lumix TZ-220 (también conocida como ZS-220). Miro el zoom, la calidad de la imagen, los megapíxeles, la exposición y el vídeo. Mira cuál te recomendaría.
泰勒·斯威夫特 (Taylor Swift) 的 Eras 巡回演唱会是测试 iPhone 是否满足我在音乐会上所需要的一切，或者小型相机是否能为我带来更好效果的完美场所。我将 iPhone 15 Pro Max 与 Lumix TZ-220（也称为 ZS-220）进行了测试。我会考虑变焦、图像质量、百万像素、曝光度和视频。看看我会推荐哪一款。
Das Eras-Tour-Konzert von Taylor Swift war der perfekte Ort, um zu testen, ob ein iPhone bei einem Konzert ausreichte oder ob eine Kompaktkamera bessere Ergebnisse liefern würde. Ich habe das iPhone 15 Pro Max im Vergleich zur Lumix TZ-220 (auch bekannt als ZS-220) getestet. Ich schaue auf Zoom, Bildqualität, Megapixel, Belichtung und Video. Schauen Sie sich an, welches ich empfehlen würde.
Le concert Eras Tour de Taylor Swift était l’endroit idéal pour tester si un iPhone était tout ce dont j’avais besoin lors d’un concert ou si un appareil photo compact me donnerait de meilleurs résultats. J'ai testé l'iPhone 15 Pro Max contre le Lumix TZ-220 (également connu sous le nom de ZS-220). Je regarde le zoom, la qualité de l'image, les mégapixels, l'exposition et la vidéo. Découvrez lequel je recommanderais.
Il concerto dell'Eras ​​Tour di Taylor Swift è stato il luogo perfetto per verificare se un iPhone era tutto ciò di cui avevo bisogno durante un concerto o se una fotocamera compatta mi avrebbe dato risultati migliori. Ho testato l'iPhone 15 Pro Max rispetto alla Lumix TZ-220 (nota anche come ZS-220). Guardo lo zoom, la qualità dell'immagine, i megapixel, l'esposizione e il video. Scopri quale consiglierei.
テイラー・スウィフトのエラス・ツアー・コンサートは、コンサートに必要なのはiPhoneだけなのか、それともコンパクトカメラの方が良い結果が得られるのかを試すのに最適な場所でした。 iPhone 15 Pro MaxをLumix TZ-220（ZS-220としても知られています）と比較してテストしました。ズーム、画質、メガピクセル、露出、ビデオを検討します。どちらがおすすめかをチェックしてください。
Taylor Swift의 Eras Tour 콘서트는 콘서트에서 iPhone만 필요한지 아니면 컴팩트 카메라가 더 나은 결과를 얻을 수 있는지 테스트하기에 완벽한 장소였습니다. 저는 Lumix TZ-220(ZS-220이라고도 함)과 iPhone 15 Pro Max를 테스트했습니다. 줌, 화질, 메가픽셀, 노출, 동영상을 살펴봅니다. 내가 어떤 것을 추천할지 확인해 보세요.
Концерт Тейлор Свифт в рамках Eras Tour стал идеальным местом, чтобы проверить, достаточно ли мне на концерте iPhone или компактная камера даст лучшие результаты. Я тестировал iPhone 15 Pro Max с Lumix TZ-220 (также известным как ZS-220). Я смотрю на зум, качество изображения, мегапиксели, экспозицию и видео. Посмотрите, какой из них я бы порекомендовал.
Η συναυλία Eras Tour της Taylor Swift ήταν το τέλειο μέρος για να δοκιμάσω αν ένα iPhone ήταν το μόνο που χρειαζόμουν σε μια συναυλία ή εάν μια compact κάμερα θα μου έδινε καλύτερα αποτελέσματα. Δοκίμασα το iPhone 15 Pro Max με το Lumix TZ-220 (γνωστό και ως ZS-220). Κοιτάζω το ζουμ, την ποιότητα της εικόνας, τα megapixel, την έκθεση και το βίντεο. Δείτε ποιο θα συνιστούσα.

[@newromantics3694]

This was the perfect video to stumble on, I’m going to the eras tour soon and am debating whether to upgrade my phone or buy a compact camera! Love all the direct comparisons. Both seem impressive given how far away you were! Did you notice much of a difference in audio quality when recording video? And do you have any experience with android cameras? Been reading a lot about the camera on the new Samsung phone!

[@thephotographytoolkit]

I am so excited that you are going to the Eras Tour! I know you will have the best time. I am jealous that you are going to hear some of TTPD songs and we didn't. On the other hand, I am sad that she took out some songs like The Last Great American Dynasty but I know she can't just add a bunch more songs without taking some out. When it comes to sound, I would say that the iPhone had better audio. Sorry, but I don't have any experience with android cameras. I will say that I am really glad I updated from my iPhone 11pro to the 15pro max. It was so much better in low light. Have an amazing time!

[@Daymien01]

I didn’t know they allowed compact cameras to be brought into Singapore national stadium, maybe I should try next time

[@thephotographytoolkit]

Good idea! But, like I said in the video, unless you're really far away, I would probably just stick with my iPhone 15 pro Max.

[@artor1309]

results: taylor swift will look good under any camera!

[@thephotographytoolkit]

Now that is absolutely true!

[@haideralee4265]

😂😂😂😂💀

[@bo8602]

Such detailed comparison! Looks like the tour in Singapore, so coool!!

[@thephotographytoolkit]

Thanks so much Bo. It was the tour in Singapore - Good eye!

[@briandutkewich7739]

Nice Video Dave! I always wondered what dads would do at a Taylor Swift concert. Now I know.... Camera Tests!!! Keep it up.

[@thephotographytoolkit]

Thanks so much Brian! I was also dressed as a key lime green dog in reference to Taylor's song The Last Great American Dynasty. 🤣Evidence is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZrGcoCeid-Kd68si=_KviBpZ9yAiPfuGJ&t=207

[@briandutkewich7739]

@@thephotographytoolkit Awesome! Looks like a great time. Good on you for getting tickets. It's almost like trying to win the lottery.

[@thephotographytoolkit]

​@@briandutkewich7739 Getting tickets was next to impossible. It was definitely a lot of hope and disappointment. After the initial release, there were a number of other releases all the way up to days before the concert. All I would say is to keep watching for tickets as if you are persistent you might get lucky.

[@lenam8466]

hope you produce video about low light complexity conditions between iphone 15prm vs lumix. Good vid

[@thephotographytoolkit]

Can you tell me more? What do you mean about low light complexity conditions?

[@paramsharma9099]

Amazing and very helpful video!! Im seeing Taylor next month and can't wait! Do you have any recommendations for editing on the photos app on the iPhone (I have the 15 pro max) after shooting the photos and videos to help increase the overall quality i.e. exposure, highlights, contrast etc.?

[@thephotographytoolkit]

That is awesome you are going to see Taylor Swift next month! Enjoy the experience. It is absolutely incredible! I do recommend trying things out beforehand in darker conditions to see how well everything works. If you really want to go for the best quality, you could try to enable ProRAW Max on your iPhone. Go to Settings > Camera > Formats and turn on "ProRAW & Resolution Control" and once you do that you will be able to select "Pro Default" and the highest setting is ProRAW Max (up to 48 MP). Then when you go into your camera there will be a "RAW Max" icon. If there is a line through it, then just tap it and the line will go away and it will be active. It will give you a larger file size and will give you the most data in your image to deal with later for things like shadows and highlights etc. The photos do take up A LOT more space so be aware of that. I hope you have the best experience ever!

[@TheRealityTwister]

Can i ask you a question I have a stage show and looking for a camera that I can use to video about two hours and then reselll the video. What do you think would be best?

[@thephotographytoolkit]

Good question. There are probably a number of options that would work but there are a few things to keep in mind. I would start by use multiple cameras so that you have options to cut away to other perspectives. I would also think about how you are going to record the audio. The audio recorded from the cameras is probably not going to be the best quality because they will be further away so I would record the audio separately. Are there a lot of light changes where things go from dark to light or have spotlights? If so, you might need someone monitoring the camera. Can you set up that wide camera on a tripod and just forget about it? Will someone be able to operate those cameras so they can zoom and follow what is happening on stage? Could you set up some iPhones on the stage where they don't interfere like one attached to the drum set using the wide angle lens to give you a different perspective? I would have one camera that has the standard wide shot of the stage from the front and then I would have at least 1 or 2 other cameras. The other cameras can be for closer shots and for following any movement if you have people moving across the stage. The key thing for me if I was going to buy a video of the show would be to have a video that isn't just from one camera that records the show. Anyone who goes to the show can do that. I would want something that has closer shots and shots from different perspectives. So make sure you have multiple cameras. The types of cameras depend on your budget. You could use your smart phones. Just make sure you have battery packs and enough space to record the concert. You could use a camera like the Lumix for the zoomed shots to give you some B roll but it would need to be operated by someone who know how to use the camera. I hope that helps.

[@photosfromphilly]

Are the controls illuminated...deciding on a compact cam for concerts...Long ago I used Canon g12 fifteen years ago. It was fantastic in manual mode. Will there be a problem getting the lumix into an arena?

[@thephotographytoolkit]

Thanks for the question. The controls are not illuminated but I didn't have a problem seeing them. In regards to if there is a problem getting the Lumix into the arena, you might want to check with the event as some events (or even some arenas) have blanket rules about cameras. Some say you can't bring professional cameras while others say you can't bring any cameras other than your phone. The Lumix is super compact and easy to carry so I didn't have a problem. I hope that helps.

[@lenam8466]

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[@thephotographytoolkit]

Thanks so much!

[@RiffShark007]

but arent cameras prohibited at concerts

[@thephotographytoolkit]

Cameras with detachable lenses or ones that are deemed as 'professional' cameras are definitely not allowed. Generally this means bulkier cameras can't be brought into venues. However, when it comes to smaller cameras, it depends on the concert and the venue that is hosting the concert if they allow you to bring in a point and shoot camera or not.