OVERRATED?! - Controversial Camera Gear

[@markbone]

This conversation was actually 58min long and Gerald taught me a heck of a lot ha! 🫡 thanks for having me by!

[@geraldundone]

The grace and humility on this guy. I didn't teach him squat. 💜

[@TheArtofKAS]

You say this and now i want the extended conversation 🙃

[@quite1enough]

release the markbone cut!

[@TheArtofKAS]

@quite1enough louder!

[@arvidjohansson3120]

58 min and we only got 23 min. Bring the pitchforks!

[@JonathanPalfrey]

I actually think mics like the wireless pros and DJI mics are massively underrated. I do wish people would use them with a lapel to look nicer however without doubt they have transformed the standard of quality for audio across pretty much every piece of ‘non filmmaker’ content across KZbin. I’d argue it’s actually the biggest camera gear advancement in the past 10 years because they’ve had such a big effect on production quality for online content. Also even if you use a better boom mic they are great to have as back ups in your kit because they are so small.

[@monkeybull445]

Honestly! I use them all the time for my marketing job and it's such a godsend. I always insist on using the included lav mics to make things look as professional as possible even if it's a low-effort YT short. Always record internally to the mic pack just in case any weird interference happens

[@ErrorTH]

Yes, they raised the bar in audio quality and made good lav sound acessible to everyone. They also normalized having a mic in the frame for viewers. Still overrated though, very expensive for what they are and their lifecycle. My RODE wireless go II batteries bulged and self-festructed in a couple of years. This is a joke compared to almost eternal other mics. Software is lacking too.

[@Okiyah]

Plastic planned obsolescence crap pollution.

[@RiceCubeTech]

@@ErrorTHI’ve had my DJI ones since launch. Only used a few times but no issue. Battery case holds charge for literally months and months on end due to low use but no battery bulging problems. And mine was a first gen dji mic system.

[@Nathan_Lundstrom]

I use mine as a wireless boom option with a VideoMic Go II 😂 it’s even easier to setup a boom if it’s wireless and straight to camera! And I can run a lav alongside it since the kits come with 2 mics. Or I can run an interview with two lavs or two booms lol

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

Hanging out with another Mark B in your studio. This one is much better.

[@Criticalhitkoala]

But the other one is so much more stunning in Handsome alley though.

[@robin-comments]

One simply does not beat Mark Bennett in skin care☝

[@GreenhornPhototaker]

Lol

[@renaissancedigital5730]

Can't say M43 is overrated because everyone constantly shits on it aside from maybe the small community that loves it. You can get much much smaller zooms for M43 with much bigger ranges. If you are shooting say nature its almost a no brainer if you care about size. The full frame sensors have mostly caught up but lets compare the GH7 to the FX3. The GH7 has internal RAW, internal prores, 6k recording, 32 bit float, ARRI log, better internal stabilization. Now compared against the Nikon Z8 all it has is the 32 bit float and better stab. But it is quite a bit cheaper. If Lumix was able to develop a cheap M43 sensor that could do a 14 bit ADC readout and record 16 bit linear RAW, that could really push M43 back to the forefront. Camera tech has seemingly fizzled out lately though.

[@ItsMidasProductions]

Yeah nobody ever talks about this when talking about any crop sensor camera. The features you get at the price point are just unmatched and for a lot of filmmakers, the extra capabilities is absolutely worth more than whatever technically better image they would get by going full frame at the same price range. Maybe a lot about the gh7 is overrated when you have an fx6 but compare it to an a7iv and suddenly it becomes a much better idea, especially if you’re doing (and I mean no slant by this) more than talking head youtube videos in a studio.

[@mbvglider]

The thing is the GH7 and G9 II are amazing, but niche pro or semi-pro use is the only thing remaining for the system. Where are the sub-$1200 cameras that drew users to the system? The EM5 was a do it all camera that was affordable and way ahead of its time. The PEN and the GX cameras got a lot of people into the system, too. There’s no place for casual use of the system anymore. At this point, I feel like only Fuji cares about the advanced casual shooter and is occupying the spaces that LUMIX and Olympus used to occupy. If you’re not a professional videographer, how would GH7 be a better use of money than an A7 IV or A7C II, which are similarly priced and much well rounded?

[@ianhamlett8839]

The entire camera business is being eaten from the bottom by phones. I'm not sure I would be into cameras right now if it wasn't for $100 compacts, $300 bridge cameras, and $500 mirrorless.

[@olivernote9162]

Yea, I suspect that Gerald has a very skewed view of it. He was using M43 for a real long time. Probably doesn’t remember that M43 was very innovative in the early years before other manufactures caught up.

[@sharpasl307]

Full frame has become unnecessary now - nobody can tell the difference between m43 and full frame output...just save your money.

[@Madoxbeatbox]

I am a videographer, so I don‘t really do photography, but when I do, I still use my old 5D Mark ii cause except for the low light performance you still can create amazing photos!

[@ShutTheMuckUp]

32 bit float is king. End of story. The only people who trash it are people who have too much invested in 24 bit audio, and are too cheap to upgrade. I get perfect thunder claps every single time with 32 bit float. I never deal with distortion. Ever.

[@joelgamble8410]

Second this. Recently got the Zoom F3 and most frequently use it to record opera singers (audition recordings and live performances), which used to be a scary experience on 24 bit portable recorders because their dynamic range is so massive and they can cause distortion even when not clipping. The 32 bit is a dream - haven’t had a single issue

[@thrallingFRglory]

How is MFT overrated? Every major platform on YT shits on MFT on a semi-regular basis.

[@uptonfilms95]

Exactly!! Everyone hates MFT idk what they are talking about lol

[@matthieuzglurg6015]

They said full frame was underrated in the other video, not surprised tbh. I mean I understand their arguments and they mentionned the one reason why MFT is great (featureset at a given pricepoint)

[@ohwhoaitzjoe]

I think micro four thirds has died like eight times in the past decade according to mainstream KZbinrs.

[@louis.onthetrail]

On the other hand, imho, many big camera You-tubers are definitely overrated 😂

[@joelconolly5574]

Probably cause they can never match even APSC yet. But they do have features far better than APSC like IBIS.

[@Cwookie_]

I switched jobs and went from one job that had a GH6 to a job that has an FX3/FX6 and to be honest I wish I could go back in terms of camera's.. The stabilization and 4:3 open gate were SUCH a joy to work with. If the GH series could have similar DR and Autofocus I'd force my employer to ditch Sony 🙃

[@CartyCantDance]

Try the lumix s5iix

[@rogerdatfilms]

I have a GH6 and never see jobs asking for lumix shooters. Its always Sony. Has me feeling like I wasted my $ going into the M43 system and maybe my next purchase once I have the money is to go to Sony. Just off job postings alone.

[@AndyLSB]

As a creator and filmmaker first that has from M4/3 to FF Sony, Lumix and even RED, I can safely say that M4/3 is totally worth it and competent, I know you are exaggerating when you say M4/3 is overrated, NOT every lens is huge, and not every GOOD and HIGHLY capable lens is or has to be huge, the only lens you mention whenever you talk about M4/3 is the 18-35 and you have used other lenses, that's not the only option come on, and besides the fact that ALMOST ALL (emphasis on almost) the KZbin community speaks bad and underestimates M4/3 because of the "smaller" sensor, it is dumb, I know you have your preferences sure and I totally get it, I have Sony and awesome glass for it, BUT I've used plenty of times my MFT gear because its more convenient and or equally capable as most FF systems currently. I have proven this plenty of times on my YT videos and recently demonstrated to one of my assistants how I can get the same quality results with my 2016 release GX85 + Lumix Pro 35-100 F2.8 compared to my A7IV + Sony 70-200 F4 Macro for my product shots, he couldn't tell the difference, so please stop talking bad about M4/3, its not overrated, it's not just for travel, and I could mention plenty of examples were it is more relevant than FF or APSC systems, any true professional would be capable of achieving great results in any sensor size.

[@AlexSegre]

And Gerald compared the 16mm Sigma to a 35mm FF. The Sigma is really an APSC lens with an MFT mount so it's bigger than it should be for MFT. He could have compared the 17mm Olympus which is a lot smaller and closer in terms of field of view.

[@AndyLSB]

@ much better comparison, I agree

[@kubaantonin5694]

MFT has really small lenses. If you dont go to the extremes you can get 5 primes at f1.7 in the footprint of 24-105 f4. Its not just about the camera package size. Its also about the baggage :D (for context i use S5 and g9 so i have some context)

[@catsfpv603]

I don't watch this guy's videos but I fell for the clickbait title. Look at the arms on this Gerald guy! Of course he has no problems lugging FF equipment around. I shoot mostly small birds and sprained my wrist just picking up my Fujifilm rig, never mind FF. If Gerald did the same kind of photography, he'd definitely understand the attraction of MFT, even without the incredible stabilization and computational features. Last night I carried my camera and 3 lenses for capturing holiday lights in a bag the size of a small lunch box.

[@ElementaryWatson-123]

don't forget to multiply everything by crop factor, that f/1.7 is equivalent to f/3.5 on FF and f/4 zoom is like f/8 on FF -- nobody wants that

[@kubaantonin5694]

@@ElementaryWatson-123 actually the light is the same. You just get a little less bokeh, which for some applications is quite usefull 😁 In FF I have to battle to be in focus, in MFT I have to battle to not 😅 Usually I use the same settings on both and exposure is the same or at least similar to the point of not giving a fuck 😉

[@ElementaryWatson-123]

@@kubaantonin5694 you obviously don't know even the basic physics, why are you writing ridiculous posts?

[@catsfpv603]

@@ElementaryWatson-123 You obviously only post stuff you copy/pasted from someone else but didn't understand it, why are you being insulting to people with more experience?

[@nikolasmokalis3425]

I think the sensor readout speed and rolling shutter for m43 for the price compared to larger sensor competition is underrated

[@djrt8179]

This is in response to the Microphone comments. For Tik Tok and Reels, you basically have to lie to people when it comes to content. Professional content on Reels/TikTok DOESN'T work. I do a lot of content for people and they swipe away less when its done on a phone and the mic is showing. When a new business reaches out, I basically have to convince them to let me shoot it on my phone because its better for their needs. The expectations of the viewer is down to earth content done by non-professionals. Mics in frame, no professional lighting, and lightly scripted. Obviously when you go more niche like professional camera ops and things like that, they like pro kits. But the normal, 9-5er audience, they are more likely to not give it a chance.

[@arunashamal]

This is true it should feel like a amature video but you must have professional level audio and quality video... it is an art to do it right!

[@Tardsmat]

tbf there are a lot of m43 cameras that are absolutely tiny and can make super nice everyday cameras when paired with the right lens. Probably more useful for photography than video stuff though.

[@randallherreraNyc]

I love m43, but ... Sony a7cr and a7cii are pretty damn small. I have neither , but they exist. I'll continue using lumix cameras but the size advantage thing is becoming harder to use as an argument. Few grams here and there, half an inch lost or gained... the difference is starting to become negligible once you start considering the low light benefits, dynamic range, raw file flexibility etc..

[@endorphinparametric4132]

@@randallherreraNyc My MFT kit is half the size and one-third the weight of my FF setup. It's not just a few grams. Sony have small bodies but their only good lenses are HUGE. Learn more about MFT and you will see.

[@3dtrip870]

MFT user here, I am sooo hurt, I am going to go cry in the corner while cradling my GH6 and EM1 mark III...you did this Gerald!

[@ElementaryWatson-123]

there, there ... I just asked ChatGPT what to do in your situation and it recommended buying an FF system 😁

[@romeochandiposha]

This is what you get when you put a technician and a perfectionist together. Great video

[@noctivagance_imagery]

Micro four thirds is better for travel if you're using slower lenses(like the 1.8 primes or 2.8 zooms) but if you're going for super shallow dof..they're still big lenses.

[@HGQjazz]

Processing against a MFT sensor is superior. So if higher frame rates at full sensor width is a priority, then MFT is also better.

[@lG-v09e]

A sony Full frame with a smaller prime or kit lens is not much bigger. Sony APS-C line is today more diverse and future proof than MFT.. Hey i was a GH4 / Sigma 18-35 guy myself back in the day. But i think MFT is dead

[@lG-v09e]

@@HGQjazz That's a great point if you're on a budget and need super high framerates. But generally in filmmaking we don't tell people to make super high framerates a priority in the beginning or generally if you're not into some small niche, and then if you want to specialize it's not like there isn't an abundance of APS-C / S35 / Fullframe options which can shoot super high framerates at full sensor readout they are just very expensive...

[@noctivagance_imagery]

@@lG-v09e fuji currently blows mft out of the water for dollar for dollar value at a size and weight that is very similar. Sony only lacks lens options

[@noctivagance_imagery]

@HGQjazz not what I was replying about, but that's also not exactly the case. 4k 120 is only on the most expensive mft cameras, so you're still better off going larger for similar money unless Ibis is a priority.

[@luizcarlosvagostelo489]

you guys are 2 of my favs youtubers, I'm happy you are doing this collab! a big shout out for art of documentary and all the amazing content you guys have taught to so many filmmakers!

[@TechnoBabble]

I just want to point out that the iPhone not doing the crazy HDR, oversharpening, etc. in ProRes has nothing to do with the ProRes codec itself. Apple could have just as easily given you the same image quality in H.264 or H.265 footage.

[@mbvglider]

Blackmagic Camera lets you shoot log in any codec on an iPhone.

[@matuszewskistudio]

"i think UV's are overrated" and "all my lenses have scratched front element" speaks for itself. Screw on some UV, forget about lenscaps, scratched lenses and speed up your process.

[@m4rcin847]

What bullshit about that M43 being overrated. As a FF user I was stunned how good those results are with 10 times cheaper gear. It absolutely 100000% uderrated. Super handy, small, light, cheap, tons of lenses - this should be the most popular format on the market.

[@jamcloudberry9390]

I love my m43 gear but I think they're right about the current state of M43. OM systems and Panasonic's newer cameras have been on the larger side. APS-C and FF have released some nice smaller bodies, although I still think their lens selection are overall more bulky. I pray for an updated Pen-F or GX9 style camera.

[@m4rcin847]

@jamcloudberry9390 So you think they are right because two last released cameras arent small? Thats your argument?

[@BuildingByFaith]

I agree. I think the value/capability vs total cost of ownership is better than FF. Are there drawbacks to m43, yes, but compare where they are today vs FF from just a few years ago and you can get better images for less money new (m43) vs used (FF). I'm also not sure why smaller sensor should mean smaller body. All the other components need to be the same size. Also, larger size is better for grip. It's just snobby to call it overrated.

[@BlueHawk80]

mft fanboy alert 🥶😄 mft sucks

[@m4rcin847]

@@BlueHawk80 mft hater alertmft is great

[@jalexanderevans]

You guys have good chemistry. Like you actually get along.

[@PlaytheGameHQ]

I am a huge fan of keyboard shortcuts, but my Loupdeck has saved me so much time simply with three knobs for scale, move x, and move y. I shoot a ton of multicamera video where I'm on camera and the cameras aren't manned, so I shoot wide. Having the ability to reach over and punch in a little bit, then shift one way or another without ever having to click off of the timeline has saved me literal hours in the few months that I've been using it. I do also like it for basic color, being able to tick up the exposure to level everything out is great. I find the less I have to click into another panel in premiere the better. But there's definitely a bunch of gimicky stuff in it that I never use also.

[@Soundwave857]

8:03 how else do you store stuff? Any current media storage is a SSD and HDD's are not really usable for portable data storage

[@Wildridefilms]

Something can only be overrated if it is highly or at least moderately well rated. MFT gets crapped on all the time 😭 so I don't think it even has the possibility to be overrated.

[@Team974]

LUMIX 43 rocks. Best was G9 for value especially with Ibis

[@Featherlightstudio]

Love this format guys!! Great video. The whole 32 bit float thing still won't save you if you have poor gain staging to start. If you clip the hardware preamp before the actual converter, its clipped for good and 32 bit float will just make a very high headroom recording of it.

[@Wade_Adakai]

Most of my projects in the last 2 years have been in Resolve, really the color grading, voice isolation, and individual clip exports are what’s keeping me there. Otherwise, I absolutely enjoy editing in Premiere, it fits my brain the best 🙌🏾

[@Soundwave857]

13:40 it doesn't hurt the image quality but the resale value. My UV filter looks very scratched up even with the lenshood used but the lens itself is in perfect condition

[@silverlightphotoco]

Why don't we just all agree to use BOTH formats? There are advantages to both formats, and especially if you're shooting a telephoto shot...I can get a $20 70-300 (from the 90s) and paired with the 2x crop M43 sensor, it's magic! Then, on full frame you can get an inexpensive (but good) 35-70mm and have a decent, though moderate, wide angle shot...with less of that wide angle distortion that occurs with the M43 optics (because the full frame sensor doesn't require as short of a focal length, to get the wide effect, etc.) Also, you don't really have to buy different sets of lenses, if you manually focus, and I use full frame lenses on my M43 gear all of the time (especially when using a tilt/shift adapter).😀😀

Your youtube page is for sure under-rated, still one of the best ones out there. I gave up on most youtubers and there silly coffee intro and click bate or begging for "subscribe". You are always fun, deep, funny, and well worth watching. Think you are the only youtube ( but for music ) that I dont watch at 2X speed. Thank you!

[@samfrazier5599]

Great fun!! I doubt yall will do more than that one other video like this, but I enjoyed them thoroughly!!

[@cgrado]

For Mark, I think: Take your pick (I have shoulder issues too!) of: camera bag, monopod, easyrig for: filming a ballroom dance competition with FX30. Mix of static-tracking shots, shooting while walking, and moving from place to place, but needing to stay out of the way, and not block the audience too much. Any thoughts are much appreciated!

[@ExpertOpinions805]

DJI mic is so good but only if you use the internal recording. Trying to use the transceiver gives a major hiss for me.

[@darklordbazz]

With affinity you can easily swap between designer (illustrator alt) and photo (Photoshop alt) with 1 button and both apps work great for most purposes

[@Wildridefilms]

Agree, affinity is great so far but lacks the resources in terms of community, tutorials, presets etc. especially in comparison to PS.

[@darklordbazz]

@Wildridefilms that's the tradeoff but $150 for both apps compared to whatever Adobe charges per month now days is worth it for myself but obviously milage may vary with jt

[@Produced_By_YT]

ngl, room tone pack is hilarious.

[@adamdrakestudio]

they exist

[@SteveCoutts]

So fun! I don't mind the little wireless mic devices clipped to t-shirts and lapels so much but holding it up to your face is a little much. I use them and try to be discreet as possible - it's a compromise. Smaller versions like the DJI Mic Mini and Hollyland Lark M2 certainly help. I've used lav mics in the past but the long wires, finding a good spot to clip them, etc made them a pain, especially being a solo creator.

[@SunCrushr]

I see the dual ADC setup for 32 bit float to be a lot like having dual base ISO on a camera sensor. Both give you much better noise floor control.

[@Coatsey007]

Great video Gera;d and Mark. 360, is the only one I disagree with for the following scenarios. Having fun with friends, biking, skiing and other social events where you want to film once without being tied to the filmmaking process and cut multiple scenes and people from the same footage. Just my humble amateur opinion.

[@MrAlElmes]

I have the tour box for photo editing and it helps my workflow so much but I don’t use it for video editing ever. The main things is having 3 dials I can physically turn to dial in the specific setting. Saves a lot of time over a long edit

[@BryantCreative]

crazy idea, gerald/mark bone podcast. I'd listen to every episode

[@ifell3]

Going to stand up for the M43s because a few years ago when I was looking for the best bang for buck I stumbled across the GX80/85.

[@ExpertOpinions805]

I love that we all saw this video from a completely unrelated genre.

[@sushi_donut]

Creators holding the lav is an intentional trend: To convey 'authenticity' by looking and sounding amateurish, like an average consumer talking vs. a professional content creator influencing.

[@Owlbot]

I actually interviewed the DP of that House episode, Gale Tattersall, on Frame & Reference if you're interested in hearing him talk about using the 5DmkII for that!

[@koreybartos]

I definitely want to see some BTS of you editing Gerald

[@Henchproductions]

Have to disagree on the Lidar. I've shot several shorts and an entire feature solo withkut a crew. And the lidar was essential. I had barely any missed focus shots. Especially shooting at night, guerilla style in low light.

[@AndrewPRoberts]

MFT is definitely underrated, I've been shooting MFT for like 10 years now, and not one time did I set up a shot and go "damn I really wish this was full frame", it's literally never hindered me once. Plus you can get a BMPCC4K for like 500 bucks these days, that's INSANE value

[@davidpark9325]

i used to shoot m43 for our production studio and we phased them out for super35 and full frame panasonics. i will say the quality is surprising for m43 given the small form factor. there are benefits such as amazing ibis, and mobility for run and gun shooting which we needed them for. Great to have in a pinch. But I wouldn't inherently rely on it for top quality, controlled, studio shoots. or even some run and gun situations. #1, grain/low light can be difficult moreso than a full frame. #2, subject/background separation was harder to achieve especially at wider framing, especially a 2 shot interview at 24mm, even with fast lenses. Having said that, would be great to have a nifty M43 with a fast lens in your kitbag along with larger sensor options.

[@varianography]

DJI Mic’s paired with a Sanken Lapel, highly underrated with the 32 bit float; especially considering how small the DJI device is compared to a traditional lav transmitter. No need for mixing either, the 32 bit float is perfect for just about everything. With that, I use the receiver just for monitoring or a scratch track, I bring in the internally recorded track on each of the transmitters. On set I usually put the receiver in my pocket with headphones going up my shirt just to listen for ruffling of the talents shirt, as well as any interrupting background noises. No time code but I roll for long periods of time with the traditional act of slating, or something as simple as snapping my finger in front of the lens if I’m close enough to the subject. Camera cages; Mark, if you have cage, why would you take it off to put into storage? Just leave it on the camera at all times. I would say they are neither overrated or underrated considering everyone uses them, and for good reason(s).

[@davidmoltrup51]

Have you experienced the issue of EXTREMELY slow transfer of the audio files from the DJI Mic 2 transmitters to your computer? One of mine has started doing this, and it's super annoying to wait half an hour for a relatively small file to transfer.

[@daustonian9331]

Been waiting for the flip side of the other video!! Great series (two so far, hoping for more!)

[@MacM545]

MFT has advantages that are overlooked. For example, the ability to achieve magnification using a 100mm lens instead of needing a 200mm lens (full frame). Sure, the grain levels may be higher sometimes but if the lens has a relatively large aperture, and/or the lighting is sufficient, you can achieve better fine detail rendition because it's easier to achieve larger pixel density than a APS-C, Full Frame, & Medium Format.

[@dasaen]

I think the issue with m43 is that it is a budget telephoto system. But it gets measured in categories that are not reasonable. Or by people that don’t really mention money in the equation. It can take all sort of pictures, and also give you 600mm on a 300usd budget. If you compare 50mm vs 50mm it makes less sense. But add the wildlife kit and you need to spend some serious money on other systems to match the quality. Now after shooting m43 since the em-5, I am happy to spend on big FF lenses. But I don’t think you can easily sell a Nikon z8 and the 400f4.5 to most people.

[@tuuchen2990]

200mm f2.8, 300mm f4, 150-400mm f4.5, 150-600mm.. are those budget telephoto lenses?

[@dasaen]

@ No, but they are in front of the FF equivalent. If someone told you the 300mm f4 cost 3k usd, and looks almost as good as a 600mm f4 that cost 12k usd. It’s pretty clear that one costs less. Budget is not a derogatory term. The 100-400 are half the price of the 200-800, etc. If you are paying 18k usd to crop twice into a 61mp picture, then maybe you could have done with m43.

[@Criticalhitkoala]

Fun video. Mark for saying he wasn't technical as you was actually pretty technical :) Would of also been interesting to see your guys thoughts on Drones, Macro Lense Adapters, Phones for content, and the big rush of 40~100w led studio lights.

[@jlyn8228]

amazing chemistry from the bat, hope to see future collaborations!

[@MaxTeste]

Over the f1.8 and f2.8 debate you forgot to consider the fact that it's very useful if you shoot in slow-mo. I'm having an absolute blast shooting live events at 100fps with my TTartisan 50mm f0.95

[@jaimebenito620]

"Having the extra depth of field" is actually "having a narrower depth of field".

[@HarrisonTong]

Feels so weird to see my foldable cage video get a reference as a small creator. Awesome opinions as always 🙌🏻

[@SatelliteVideosHD]

This was fun to watch. Mark's version too 👌🏽

[@goldfries]

Yup, I hate those mic and would avoid as much as I can but sometimes you just can't avoid it. On my "talking table" setup I just plant a shotgun mic on the camera and speak louder, I don't like to deal with those wireless stuff.

[@matt.winklerez]

no conversation about automatic electronic variable ND? Sounds like a perfect subject for this kind of video

[@georgeneagu69]

the camera cage it does not sit awkwardly in the backpack because it is mounted on the camera, who goes to film and mounts it before pressing the recors ? you often se tings in the way you dont need to see it !

[@IntrepidRacer13]

This was a great video! One thing I would have loved to see was cine lenses. It kind of feeds into the prime lens question, but I think there's still a difference between a standard prime and a cine prime in terms of usage and functionality, it would have been great to see your opinions!

[@DavidVensland]

Hey Guys, I am still using my Cannon 5D Mark II - it's still an awesome camera. :) I bought it when it first came out and I have loved it ever since. I still own a Canon AE1 as well.

[@2cats1guy]

Tour Box is an excellent editing console. Small, simple and very intuitive. I’m now adding a Streamdeck to it. I’m too dumb to remember keyboard shortcuts.

[@GeorgeAbruzzo]

14:31 Half cages (when available) are where it’s at for a nice small rig. I like an unobstructed camera handle and only typically use a couple accessories.

[@dinoschachten]

Regarding 32-bit float: Recording thunderstorms! I wouldn't know how else to do it if you want to capture all of it - the rain, the distant rumbles and the epic fireworks right above your head.

[@darinl848]

i had a m4/3 system and it's much smaller and lighter for wildlife. the 300 f/4 (600mm f/4 full frame equiv) is about half the size and weight of a full frame. f/4 in m4/3 is the same as f/4 in full-frame for exposure.

[@CaseyPreston]

Oh my are you wrong on the editing console. I have a full set of Tangent Elements and it has so massively sped up my audio and color correction that I actually look forward to doing it now. It has also sped up all of my clip organization. The Element set is quite a bit larger than a Loupedeck or similar so maybe it is all of the extra knobs, buttons, and wheels that help make it worthwhile.

[@EarthbendR]

This was excellent! Super enjoyable and hope to see more of it

[@AsianWithHat]

I really want to see a video of Gerald with Mark Bone on a production as a cam op or an AC!

[@yoganshbhatt]

Gerald! If you liked the prores on iphone then please give motioncam a shot. Shoots raw on android. No noise reduction oversharpening crap but pure RAW video and can also convert that stream to record prores etc. now this is a real game changer!

[@ExpertOpinions805]

Is my davinci speed editor the same sort of thing as what you showed? Because this thing is awesome!

[@AliMoeeny]

Krita instead of photoshop saved me. also mac "preview" almost does replace acrobat

[@saligraphy]

loved this discussion, things we all need to know as creators these days

[@nolannatashaTV]

Loved this...going to make another cup of coffee and return to read the MFT drama that I'm sure is in the comments. As a MFT enthusiast myself, I think that "having a sense of humour about your tiny sensor" is highly underrated.

[@InternetEmail-m4h]

UNDERRATED edit: 01:35 Totally, Undone.

[@gankster9007]

CPL filters are underrated for nature photography, sometimes you get really surreal photos when the reflections from the leaves and water is removed

[@JankyJymClimbing]

CPL and UV filters are very different. I don't think anyone would argue they cpl first are useful. It is the UV aspect of the uv filters that are entirely unnecessary on digital now.

[@GT-hk8dy]

For photography, m43 is definitely underrated though.

[@arunashamal]

dude no.. there is a case to be made MFT and videography, considering the bells and whistles you get, for photography..lol not even a question way overrated and not needed, it is worse in every way for photography, non of them even have a decent af system.

[@ThungStudios]

Depends on the type of photography. When you need more focal range with lighter gear, it makes complete sense. A 70-200 lens on MFT is a 140-400 FF equivalent with the same size lens. If you don't care about shallow depth of field and need that extra zoom, then obviously that's helpful ​@@arunashamal

[@ThungStudios]

​@@arunashamalAlso both Lumix and Olympus have great phase detect AF now. You're years behind

[@arunashamal]

@ they do have pdaf now, but not even close to something like R5 or current A7 camera is. Infact a nikon or canon dslr like a d850 will track a subject more accurately than modern m43 af.

[@arunashamal]

@@ThungStudios yes when you have to add different caveats to disqualify fill frame systems, then m43 will look like a great deal, infact a point and shoot would look like a great deal if you add enough conditions to make it look better!

[@dANIELhasMDD]

At the time I remember seeing Canon T2i footage with a good lens and my jaw dropping. Good times.

[@klaus.tugade]

What’s the best way to hide a mic if I’m doing gym content?

[@markbone]

don't wear skimpy clothing ;) we had wired mic's on Chris Bumstead for all our shoot days. but it seems a mic pack in the shot is acceptable in the gym influencing world these days

[@ReachForTheSkyVideo]

Solid Philip Bloom impression!

[@TheKiakiraly]

for the editing consoles: I'm friends with feature film editors, and they use keyboard and mouse (they do it really well :D ) I'm pretty sure they are useful, but not necessary

[@filmzfilmz]

Hey Gerald, can you check on this for me. I have checked my a6300, a7iii, and a7iv they all stop at the year 2037, and that is it. Can you check on the reason why?

[@Crewonephotography]

Those wireless microphones are life savers. I use them for my wedding videos with a lav mic plugged into them, hidden under the grooms jacket. I have found this one mic is good enough to also capture the bride.

[@raeisjawad]

12:17 but can't you plug a lav mic into them, and then hide that + internal 32bit recording on newer ones. Currently debating traditional lav packs vs wireless ones, and I can't figure the steep price difference 😅

[@kronk358]

Once you wrap your head around the color spaces in Davinci, youll never be able to go back to Premiere. Matching different cameras? Getting your footage from log to grade ready? Forget about it. It takes a couple clicks and the result is way better. It is NOT very user friendly, so it takes a bit. But its SO much better.

[@gtrix3240]

This episode was a fun to watch, but I have to disagree about the 5D Mark II. I bought one six months ago along with the 85mm f/1.8 lens, and while the images are almost perfect, the camera has some serious issues. The autofocus feels really outdated, and you have to work hard to get it right. The most disappointing part was the video quality. I’m not sure if it was the lens or my camera was bad, but the quality just wasn’t there my Canon 600D delivered better results. The footage looked smudged, even at f/4.6 the image lacked sharpness, and for some reason the colors didn’t appeal to me. I ended up selling it and buying the Sony A6700, and I couldn’t be happier, but I would love to buy the 5DIII it was my dream camera when i was in highschool and i would love to own one

[@arunashamal]

I think Adobe Suite is very underrated, especially if you are a professional..Apart from PS, LR, Premier etc you also get after effects, illustrator, Indesign everything. You get a complete creative workshop that are cross compatible for very little money. You used to buy those software like $1000 a pop back before subscription model!

[@J_Johnson.Productions]

13:13 interesting take on mic systems, i use the dji mics but i also hate seeing mics hanging off talent as well so i use lavaliers and hide them you taught me that Mark Bone. Regarding the quality of audio i record internally and it sounds amazing so not sure on that take but love the opinion and explanation.

[@ColinMakesFilms]

I think what every m4/3 shooter here is forgetting is that m4/3 can be speed boosted all the way up to a near super 35mm crop. Additionally, m4/3 can adapt more lenses than any other mount. Its not better than full frame, but its almost as good as super 35 with more lens options

[@q3itachyon209]

the problem with MFT is that Panasonic no longer makes compact cameras like GX and GM, those are super portable and fun to use

[@linkes0735]

Wire arrangement at the back is amazing

[@jakebaine]

I enjoy personally deciding if yalls opinions on underrated or overrated gear is, in fact, underrated or overrated.

[@OUTDOORS55]

The consumer grade wireless systems have a ton of features, but don't actually work that well in everyday use. They are cheaply made fragile plastics, the mics don't sound good, the have a LOT of self noise, the non replaceable batteries don't last long, they have small buttons that are hard to find and work, and are time consuming to turn on and off, no way to use xlr for 24bit into cameras etc. There's no comparison to a pro system in terms of everyday use, usability, and sound quality. If you're using them to make money buy once cry once.

[@strathound]

I want to talk about Micro 4/3rds. First, let me admit ... I know nothing. I'm a total newb. And I bought a micro 4/3rds camera. Why? Size. Weight. Lens size. Ok, so what's my application? I am filming skiing. And sure, you might just say, "use an action cam." Have you seen that footage? There's an action cam "look" that I'm trying to get away from. I want the next step up. I don't need low light. I don't need full frame, my subject is a skier. I need it to be light and easy to move around because I'm skiing with it at speeds up to 40mph. Lens and body stabilization is a nice feature. So ... does it have it's applications? Maybe? I'm hoping that I can downgrade the body of my camera to more and more cheaper bodies that still work with the good lenses I'm buying. Why? Because there's gonna be accidents and I'm gonna have to replace stuff. That's why I went micro 4/3rds. Now, I realize that a lot of the professional footage I see is shot on like a Red. I'm not there yet. Maybe some day.

[@BigScotty-u2n]

The Full Frame Mafia is going strong. Would love to see tax forms showing your income from actually MAKING photographs v. talking about making photographs. I make a six figure income using Micro Four Thirds sensors. Hopefully the audience isn't fooled by this nonsense.

[@johngeig]

So basically instead of "overrated or underrated" the game was just "how do I rate it without any regard for how everyone else rates it"

[@DustinHarrelson]

my world's collide when Mark Bone and Gerald Undone are talking about Jeff Nippard

[@ToddBannor]

The size of MFT lenses is a big deal for folks of a certain age. You guys will get it when you get up in age, if MFT is still around.

[@chuckl7713]

Shots Fired! Though I use my E-M1 III more than my Sony A7IV. The 40-150mm f/4 (80-300mm FF equiv) Is a crazy small package for the reach. Even if it's only 20MP.