How much $$ should you spend on a camera in 2020?

[@tombuck]

I will never get tired of watching someone geek out over cameras.

[@TheDanceNationTV]

SAME!

[@NeuroticLobster]

I feel the same way about watching lesbian porn

[@DaddyM7MD]

@@NeuroticLobster ?!!!

[@AntonWongVideo]

People looking at video cameras online: "yeah, I could see myself spending $3000 on a good camera and lens" *sees $200 microphone* "WHOA! That's so expensive!"

[@kevinheaven2889]

Anton Wong Video honestly lol

[@paulusschmaulus101]

yeah. and then plugging them into the camera instead of an external recorder. have fun with filming interviews or dialogue you can only look at :)

[@ephektz]

I have a Zoom H1n and it’s probably the best thing in my Kit. Syncing audio is easy, and unless you’re spending big bucks on a camera the audio quality plugged straight in will likely not rival it.

[@WinterCharmVT]

Seriously. Audio is underrated as all hell.

[@paulusschmaulus101]

@@ephektz exactly. I'm was working with the zoom F8n the past two days which makes it even easier. If you want you can easily work with Timecode, you got enough channels for radio mics and boom and so many more possibilities. Of course that's more expensive but you can get that way cheaper in the f4 as well and if you compare it to camera prices it's nothing. Invest in your audio guys. Most of your story gets told by dialogue, not picture :)

[@allisknu11]

Things to look out for when buying a camera: 1. Look 2. Flip screen (top or side) 3. Auto Focus 4. 4K Limitations 5. Lens options 6. Reliability 7. Stabilization 8. Audio 9. Slow Motion 10. Sensor Size 11. Codes and Color Profiles 12. Ease of Use 13. Record Limit 14. Monitor 15. Shape and size of body 16. Memory Cards Slots (Potato Jet highly recommends SanDisk) 17. Battery Life 18. Low Light Performance 19. Bonus features (i.e. protective shutter)

[@cinemaforce7140]

I’m genuinely mad that he didn’t mention dynamic range

[@acekabogen]

He's also had good things to say about Angelbird cards more recently :)

[@BenjaminRowlandTV]

Best money I've spent on a camera: Blackmagic Ursa Mini Pro. Ordered it the day it was announced. I started using it about 10 days later. Paid it off on the first job. When they added Blackmagic Raw via a firmware update, it got even better. Super35 is the perfect sensor size for me and I can swap the mount between EF and PL in my office in a few minutes. We've put it through the wringer and it just keeps on making great images.

[@SLMediaie]

Short answer: whatever you can afford that won’t make you broke 😂💪🏻

[@THEMATT222]

LOL, I'm broke before this video even started (previous videos)

[@dtebarrett]

I will spend £5, because that is how much is in my shoe.

[@ChrisParayno]

On point!

[@langhamp8912]

I've used electronic cinema cameras. They are basically gigantic immovable canons that cost $300,000, but they can zoom to like 2000mm at some insanely wide aperture. It's insane.

[@ricardobm8705]

Secret Learn - Media 😂😂😂😂😂

[@RyanRaake]

Potato Jet saying *"in 6 months all the cameras hes talking about will be out dated"* *Me still using a camera from 10 years ago...*😂👍

[@kaarestoffer2947]

what camera are you using?

[@courteoussammy112]

Me thinking about *buying* the A7S (mark 1) with an atomos :D

[@RyanRaake]

@@kaarestoffer2947 One of the Nikon D3 hundreds series I dont remember if it was the 300 idk😂👍

[@RyanRaake]

@@courteoussammy112 Yeah😝... well are gotta work with what we have I guess🙃

[@nathanc6611]

Using a 5d mk ii - released in 2008, I bought in 2012 as it was about to be superseded. Still does what I need it to do - sure, useable iso maxes out at 1600 for images, but you can always through some grit at it in post for images or video. If you understand any technical limitations when shooting, then the only creative limitation is still you!

[@witchowski]

I bought the M50 because of you and I absolutely love it. It has everything I ever wanted from a camera. It might not be a "great camera" but it's cheap, compact and the picture quality is fantastic.

[@GlenAndFriendsCooking]

In the end - it's not the camera, it's your skill... I've shot some absolute crap with the ARRI or the Red's I own; and some amazeballs content with my iPhone.

[@nickpetitt6170]

I agree. Cameras do help for framing though and different settings once you want to take higher quality photos and lens variety is hard to beat especially if you're talking about smart phones.

[@etlens]

Absolutely, skills are foundations, and better equipment can take it up a notch too.

[@ZenvyLT]

@@foxroland4722 Lmao 🤣

[@MA_808]

just knowing how to operate top gear like Alexa can get you work on paying gigs.

[@tonylam88]

26 minutes talking about cameras! loved every second of it!

[@ChrisJones-rd4wb]

>get a cheap camera >mentions cheap kit lenses and not nifty fiftys Uhhhhh

[@mahditehrani2917]

do you know what would have been better? 26 minutes talking about BUDGET cameras

[@winn1242]

As a filmmaker on a budget, I can appreciate including categories for each budget rather than just showing the “best” camera. Had notifications on and stopped what I was watching to see if I had any luck with the giveaway last video.

[@I_am_Jordan_K]

Right? It's even worse with lenses. I'm looking for the best bang for my buck lenses and keep getting suggestions of $1000+ zeiss primes and $2000 G-Master lenses...I want to hear about stuff like the tamron 28-75 lol.

[@elisachavez7089]

Last time I was this early he was starring in the movie UP 😤

[@caldera878]

Pretty much all of them.

[@art_by_adrian2913]

Haha

[@damianchongwh]

Just wanted to show some love to Fuji!! If you're a hybrid shooter (photos + video) the X-H1 and X-T3 are brilliant cameras!!

[@ThisisnotTwitter]

They really dominate the Aps-c camera range as they make that their professional cameras and after that skip straight to £10K+ medium format cameras. Sony have a few that come close but their lenses are vastly more expensive. Combine the fuji with a finger ef adapter and you have most of the Canon EF and EF-S lens lineup at basically fuji native af speeds.

[@KarlMarkusAntson]

Yes and XT4 coming out tomorrow, which seems to be like a total beast of a camera, based on specs! So either that or get XT3 for cheaper, as it’s price will drop and it is already an amazing camera.

[@jbmi5342]

@@ThisisnotTwitter I'm so in love with my XT3... but you're damn right about the lenses. Keep side eyeing Sony purely because there are SO many more second hand lens deals/options, and third party lenses.

[@ThisisnotTwitter]

@@jbmi5342 you made me review my comment as I was not certain what I had said that would have you reply agreeing that there are not many lenses for the Fuji. I have corrected the predictive text word error. Try the fringer pro adapter and add the entire Canon lineup to your lens choices. There is also one for nikon to add their lenses. Not sure about Sony but with the Canon and nikon options the is no need for the overpriced Sony lenses.

[@jbmi5342]

@@ThisisnotTwitter I'll give that a go! I'm always worried about autofocus performance with adapted lenses, as a lot of the time I'm working with a gimbal, but I've seen a lot of people selling Sony glass on Facebook and gumtree for super cheap and that market doesn't exist for Fujifilm really so far. Saying that, I've not really looked into the Sony lenses on offer as I shoot Fuji, but they might just be cheap lenses going for cheaper second hand!

[@zachjames2285]

Usually Like these videos before I even watch them. Have a KZbin wife, and seeing all the work she puts in gives me such an appreciation for the effort that goes into these videos... keep up the great work! Love your videos

[@AxTechs]

recording in a busy street and getting pissed of that it's busy is the definition of filmaking

[@stoppls1709]

Lmfaoooo

[@custommadename]

For shooting vlogs in a room with controlled lighting, I recommend that people on a tight budget get a super-old camera and spend money on audio and lighting. You can get a camera that shoots video for under $100, but probably spending a bit more gets you something that can really benefit from great lighting.

[@UltraNyan]

For under 100 you will get a Nikon d3100 with kit lens that has slow autofocus. It looks like shit smeared across screen although its 1080 24p. You will end up spending 400 dollars on lightning to get any decent picture. And if you go out... well don't... cause it will look bad... really bad. Its cheaper to buy a huawei phone and vlog on that.

[@ChrisFranklinJr]

Gene please, my wallet can’t take much more...

[@youngkingpdk381]

Surprised at how relevant that hashtag at the end has become. 😳

[@6wrecords470]

Not surprised at all, potatojet is an Illuminati

[@drivingsports]

Surprised you didn't suggest any MFT setups. We currently Sony A7III's and BMPCC4k's on our show, but a GH5 or G9 with a native lens is probably one of the best deals going in terms of getting into video production today. You can also get a BMPCC4k with a full set of three Olympus 1.8 primes for way less than $3000 and that is an amazing kit for any aspiring DP -- and that includes BRAW and a full DaVinci license. To recommend a BMPCC4k and a speed booster seems to be adding unnecessary expense. If buying a BMPCC4k new, just get native glass. There are some amazing options in the MFT format.

[@onesundaymourning]

where's that blackmagic kit?

[@drivingsports]

Sunday Poe “kit” in a general sense. Not a specific manufacturer bundle of products.

[@calebscott1175]

“I’m never going to financially recover from this”

[@Broskibrother]

underrated comment

[@THEMATT222]

$500 range Gene: Get the iphone! me: but it's $999!!!!!

[@siddhantkhanal4043]

He means to add that $500 to buying good phone so that you could afford $1000 iphone rather than spending $400-500 on phone & again $500 on camera.

[@THEMATT222]

@@siddhantkhanal4043 Oh, ok but I'm broke either way so it doesn't matter.

[@UltraNyan]

@facelessninetytwo aka Man of the Rain but with a + 500 dollar phone you can get away taking decent pictures in various light conditions, you will also save lens costs and other gear.

[@UltraNyan]

@facelessninetytwo aka Man of the Rain but will that 100 dollar DSLR get you usable video footage, forget about vloging. You will only be able to get nice stills with long exposure times, stuck with a tripod unless you're in well lit situation. Compared to a low range phone, mid or high range phone can provide you with usable low light picture quality and better image stabilization which is essential for vloging.

[@UltraNyan]

@facelessninetytwo aka Man of the Rain The cheapest i could find on ebay was 150 with kit lens and are you planning to shoot it handheld? The result will be a blurry mush. Ofc if you screw it onto a tripod and vlog in ideal conditions then its fine, but you might aswell replace it on a tripod with a 250 dollar phone and get same or even better results

[@jsweep5146]

Regarding the $500 range, phones are great, especially for vlog type stuff but for short films I've gotten much more use out of my cheap entry level DSLR (Nikon d3400) than I ever have out of a phone. It definitely has its limitations but it made moving onto professional gear much easier and gave me far more consistent results. Really just depends on what you need it for

[@fredthedude2]

After a lot of research this is the combo I'm most likely gonna buy: - Sony A7III ($1798) - Tamron 17-28 f/2.8 ($899) - Tamron 28-75 f/2.8 ($879) Total: $3576

[@fredthedude2]

@@ha-media Nice! Are you enjoying it? I will be using it at work to photograph restaurants and other indoor locations, so I don't really need any focal length over 75mm. We will also use the setup to shoot reference videos for marketing purposes.

[@b47d16]

u can get the a7III for $1500 brand new if you know where to look

[@adamserwacki3610]

I’ve been looking at this combo myself, but also adding the Sony 1.8 85mm (but that’s for my own personal preference)

[@13Razgriz37]

25:59 I'm not sure this new "meme" has aged well... Oof

[@JibaroTech]

oh shit damn lol

[@st.michaelthearchangel7774]

I was just going to say!

[@nauscakes1868]

Yeah, wow. I just heard that and was gonna comment. I'm glad someone else saw this video somewhat recently too, lol!

[@messybones1457]

@@nauscakes1868 Woulda said the same...

[@OddPaw]

I came here seeing if anyone recently had watched this too.. ooof

[@WillEDC]

You are completely right about the iPhone. I shoot and edit with my iPhone for my channel and people like it. Add an osmo mobile gimbal and you can get even more cool b roll shots. It’s really the cheapest best setup. Then on top you can add a gopro8 and a Mini for the extra extra b roll

[@SidsDrakon]

Gene: "Gonna show you what camera you can get from under $500 to over $20k" *Picks up a camera in every price range. Me: "Look at my bank account online" *Hear Hysterical laughing in the background

[@phunkym8]

while a good looking film raises appreciation for it i think having a good story/script that actually makes me wanna watch what someone shot is most important

[@brownsugar7950]

He never takes a single breath, impressive my friend. Great video though, a great amount of detail, and a great person.

[@gary4645]

Potato, you may be the fastest speaking camera nerd I know, but you know your stuff. Keep up the good work.

[@FlyByFrancis]

Use what you can afford! I'm going to start using my old iPhone 6 this year. I've had to sell my camera because of car troubles. I was really bummed out at first but I think I'm going to be fine with my old phone. It'll give me a chance to really work on telling a compelling story.

[@baqcasanke]

FlybyFrancis just be careful with that compression. I still rock the iphone 6 and the video is unusable when hiking in the woods because the compression is so damn high the leaves and trees look like shit when the camera moves.

[@mbee32k]

I like that you push on spending on lenses. Too many starter photographers spend too much on a super-advanced body and have no money left for anything but a kit lens. Been there done that myself once upon a time.

[@Bibix_86]

GH5 is also à good deal ;)

[@monaegraves4387]

How about lenses for GH5 ? Do they have good lenses choices?

[@RyanLennoxBradley]

@@monaegraves4387 the gh5 does have plenty cause it's a micro 4/3 mount, so any lens for that mount SHOULD work Also, you can get an adapter or a (more expensive) speed booster and put canon ef/nikon f lenses on it. Edit: the speed booster is better cause it also gives an extra stop of light and gives you a "bigger sensor look". Also, the speed booster/ lens adapter might only support full frame lenses depending on which one

[@monaegraves4387]

Ryan Lennox-Bradley thanks for taking out time to reply I really appreciate it . Please can you send me amazon links of the best speed booster you use and lens that goes with it so I can check it out

[@RyanLennoxBradley]

@@monaegraves43871st of all you're welcome 2nd I don't personally use a speedbooster cause I have a canon camera and I do like their autofocus. In terms of speedboosters, potatojet has a video on the canon m50 version of the viltrox speed booster but I think they sell a micro 4/3 version For lenses to put on the speedbooster, you'll need full frame EF lenses not APS-C EF-S. I like and use the yongnuo 50 1.8 because it's cheaper than the canon one (but the build quality and auto focus aren't the best) and for $100 AU you can't go wrong. I'm borrowing the 24 2.8 EF from a family member and it's pretty good (there is an EF and an EF-S version, the EF costing more). Potatojet made a video called " my favourite kinda affordable full frame lens" and I haven't personally tried it, but 85mm is my favourite focal length and the 50 1.8 nearly achieves that with the cropped sensor Edit: make sure to watch reviews and get the right speedbooster and lens(es) for you. Also, make sure before purchasing that the speedbooster has the correct mount for your camera and lens(es)

[@Amish1782]

He hates LUMIX series.

[@coryzirk5299]

bought an A6000 to start. Kit lens + 55-210. Then bought a 50 1.8. Started getting into film. Then bought a couple mid-wide (25-28MM 1.8-2.8) and a TP "macro" lens. just bought a 16MM wide, and 30MM 1:1 macro. Next step is to upgrade body. Thinking I will stay crop sensor for now, as the footage jives nicely with drone footage. All told, im aboouuuuuttttt..... ~5500 deep, inc 3 drones, action camera, gimbal, body, lenses, plus accessories. Also have a p20 PRO + osmo mobile 2 for the luls.

[@simblethings]

I ended up spending around $3K for my GH5, with 3 lenses, rode wireless go, V60 SD cards, ND filters, bag etc... That was everything I needed...until I spent another $300 on a macro and vintage russian wide lens 😹

[@simblethings]

@@kezzatube45 no flippy screen, no AF, no stills functionality, the BMPCC4K is only better in some very narrow ways. Overall the GH5 is still one of the best all round cams. Also the BMPCC4K isn't half the price of the GH5, nearer to two thirds of the price.

[@JonackFilm]

I have also the gh5 it's awesome

[@JonackFilm]

@@simblethings true story bro

[@jax1079]

I love my GH5. Sure, the autofocus sucks, but the image quality for the price is insane. I use the GH5 paired with the Olympus M Zuiko Pro 12-40 f2.8 and the Deity D3 Pro on a Small Rig cage. Olympus glass is SO good for MFT. Highly recommend.

[@jasperkoekoek5066]

@@jax1079 wasnt the autofocus fixed in an update?

[@Gabe731]

My current set up, M50, Tamron 24-70 G2, viltrox speed booster and smallrig cage.

[@iRecordOS]

That lens cost more than the camera😲

[@jose-ce4ph]

Every other youtuber: Edits text on professional software to make it look cool Gene: *writes on paper*

[@idaho2085]

I've gotta say man, you always have some of the best production value of any vlog, video, or otherwise. Well done.

[@Iamz123]

I can attest to the M50. I have had one for about a year- up until a few months ago I only used the kit lens, an 18-135 (kit lens from my T2i), and a 50mm 1.8. It worked fine, but once I started investing in better glass it’s jumped to a whole new level (especially with the booster).

[@iRecordOS]

Which glass did you buy.

[@Iamz123]

ZigsVision at first it was a set of Rokinon Cine primes, but I just got a Xeen 24mm.

[@iRecordOS]

@@Iamz123 those cine lenses seem awesome!!! I wanna invest like that just don't find it justifiable right now. I have the m50 with the 15-45 a older yonguno 50 1.8 and the 75-300 kit lens. I noticed with the speedbooster the 75-300 is a much more awesome lens I think stabilizing it will be great like the 75-300 is usm which is about 100 bucks. I'm also considering a faster wide angle lens. Particularly under 150 bucks I've found the sigma 28-70 f2.8-4 and the 28-135 f3.5-5.6. I know L lenses are much crisper and better all around just don't know if I'ma find it necessary...esp over the bump in performance the speedbooster allows for these cheaper lenses.

[@Iamz123]

ZigsVision depending on your situation, if you’re getting video jobs, then the Rokinon Cine lenses are a no-brainier. They’re so cheap, and the image is so fucking tasty that it’d be a bad idea not to invest in them for professional work. I was originally doing work for friends and family who worked for or knew people with businesses so I was just using my kit lenses and the 50mm, but then I started to do more work on a higher level so I wanted to get some more lenses that would make the image quality not only better, but more consistent (since the 50mm and the kit lenses have a different look, but the Cine lenses have a more consistent look). I loved them, and that’s why I decided to go for the Xeen lens instead of an L-series or something like that. The build quality of the Cine lenses aren’t as good (a bit of plastic here and there) but from my experience, it’s 100% worth the lenses, and they boost the production value and it looks fucking awesome to have a set of lenses like that. As long as you don’t have a problem with adjusting things every now and then you’ll love them.

[@davidsr9719]

I would love for Gene to talk about the cheapest cameras to get started with and the first things you should be learning to do with them... composition, lighting etc Then move up from there.

[@Jaspernty]

'I can't breathe' Didnt age well

[@joshua.sutherland]

Just watched this and was like, I need to check the date. Haha. Had the same thought...

[@premiumparis]

It was not his comment, but yeah, it was already around with Eric Garner in 2014

[@vd2087]

REALLY!! Be careful!!

[@rvs8465]

Yeeeeaaah yikes.

[@mckennavanorman4315]

The struggle bus of buying a new camera is real but this video is the most helpful I've seen so far. I like that you actually show footage on the cameras u mention, very helpful.

[@RicoResolves]

Why didn't the m4/3rd get discussed? No love for the Panasonic GH5? It's still one beast of a camera.

[@JonackFilm]

Yeah.... I have the gh5 and this thing is awesome

[@RicoResolves]

@@JonackFilm yes I agree. I have no clue why Potato Jet didn't include the Panasonic GH5 or even the G80/G85 for that matter. Especially because the GH5 has unlimited 4k recording. Usually he's pretty thorough but now it seems as if he just pushed Sony and Canon for (future) advertisement purposes 😅

[@paulusschmaulus101]

@@RicoResolves I think the sensor size matters for him. Even though I don't really understand why. If you're shooting video, super35 is standard anyway and as you can see everywhere it creates stunning images. So why not apsc (what sensor does the GH5 have?) Or named super35? I'd say it's more about HDR or colour depth but well... Everybody about what he's missing the most ;)

[@htoddgriffin4787]

@@JonackFilm Yep, I wondered the same thing. I own or have owned several of the cameras he suggested, but I still go back to my GH5 and G85 more than any other. Image quality and image stabilization is exceptional. Great menus too. I love the camera gurus that poo-poo m4/3 because of sensor size, then suggest a phone might be all you need.

[@RicoResolves]

@@paulusschmaulus101 the GH5 has a M4/3rd sensor.

[@Qkotman]

Helpful as always! 😁

[@hclee6103]

Gene: making an in-depth video about 📷 throughout different price range. Me: Don't buy any and leave a comment on every potato jet's video and hope I'll get lucky.

[@Carrot_Handler]

I got the Panasonic S5 with 20-60mm kit lens... The camera ticks every box I need: - Weather Sealed - 4K 4:2:2 10 bit 24/25/30p in camera - 5 axis stabilization - 24mp full frame sensor with 14 stops of dynamic range - Small body Its all I need, I film with manual focus... Get the Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 and the 24-70mm f2.8 and along with a DJI SC gimble and your ready to go.

[@tannersheppard9651]

X-T3 with the 16-80 f4 IS is

[@TeppoHaapoja]

Great tips Gene!

[@MHV2446]

It’s a shame that he doesn’t mention the nikon Z6 because it’s great for video and photos!

[@kashyapdutta]

this is what happens when you're biased

[@deofetalvero]

7:03 not biased he can’t recommend something he hasn’t tried

[@TheSH1N1GAM1]

For anyone in the compact mirrorless market, definitely look at Fujifilm. Their 18-55 2.8-4 ‘kit’ lens is very good (it’s a disservice to call it a kit lens) and it has image stabilization (most of their bodies don’t). Their bodies punch way above their weight class for video features and they are excellent photography cameras. And you can get excellent looking video straight out of camera with the eterna film simulation. The XT-4 is coming out soon, so look for cheap XT-3s. The XH-1 might be the best video camera for the money, if you can still find one.

[@cpt.mccartman]

Watching you talk about price ranges and the cameras you can get. Hopelessly looking at my Panasonic G7 xD

[@peterd.2220]

Hey a great camera for the money though!

[@cpt.mccartman]

@@peterd.2220 absolutely, but it's capabilities are quite a bit limited and I still try to master it's settings and the editing to make it look nice😄

[@peterd.2220]

@@cpt.mccartman understandable, I think it's Achilles heel is the auto focus

[@cpt.mccartman]

@@peterd.2220 not as bad to me, because I love to focus manually but I don´t get the recorded footage to look as quite as good like Potato Jet did in his Video about the camera and I cant figure out what I am doing wrong :D but I think the more I practice, the better the footage and the edit will look :)

[@courteoussammy112]

Plenty of channels would give a better comparison of cameras but i still love watching Potato jet and it s mainly for his spirit and the positiveness he s spreading with his amazing smile :D

[@StoryDrivenFilmmaking]

I think I will go with a cheaper lens so I can get a better body. Because I hate working out!

[@dudefromlaveenaz]

I spent $555 to get a used SL2, a 18-55mm lens, 75-300mm lens, and a 50mm prime lens, couple other accessories like UV filters.

[@iRecordOS]

Is the 75-300 the image stabilized USM version? I'd ditch that 18-55 next. But the 50mm is gonna be your best friend.

[@dudefromlaveenaz]

@@iRecordOS it's the kit lens with AF, just getting started with photography and Video so I wanted a variety of lenses to try, those where inexpensive and I can upgrade later, plus i bought used so I won't really loose value on them. And yes I want the 17-55mm 2.8 EFS lens I think. Waiting to see/ get more experience.

[@MaxRovensky]

Gene at ~$1500 range - Canon, a6400, Panasonic, compact mirorless cameras Blackmagic: - Am I a joke to you?

[@thatcherfreeman]

I know you're making a joke but he's lumping in the cost of a lens. Most bmpcc4k users use a speed booster so that kinda puts it out of the 1.5k range on its own, but any decent mft lens like the Panasonic 12-35 is going to bring it up to about 2k as well.

[@MaxRovensky]

T Freeman good point

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[@HuFilms]

Panasonic S1 is the best all round camera for the money. Very sharp image, super in low light, nice dynamic range, great frames per second options (4k 60fps 10bit out), also it's a fantastic photography camera.

[@MattLavergne4]

Gene: and we'll talk about what's best for your budget! Me: y'all still have a budget left from this channel??! *wut*

[@dabj9546]

11:24 Ahh... the good old selfie mirror! I remember having an old phone with that, and also 0,3 megapixels or something...

[@robertcollins3061]

air- "gene you need me gene -does a 20min youtube video without taking a breath

[@TeddyParker]

Good lord this is the perfect video. I was about to make a video like this myself because nobody is being simply honest about the most efficient ways to spend money for getting good photos/videos. They compare 5 identical DSLRs and act like that's even helpful for less-informed consumers. Much more useful to compare wildly different products. phones? action cams? mirrorless? DSLR? bridge? etc.

[@ChrisClaudioPR]

You didn’t mention the URSA Mini Pro G2? 😭

[@BenjaminRowlandTV]

Best new camera for the money in our experience.

[@FTGTapGod]

The Ursa Mini G2 and ZCam E2/F6 are my favorite cameras under $10,000.

[@shorerocks]

I am a musician. I couldn't care less about cameras. But Potato Jets videos are really fun to watch. So I watch (while playing guitar). Cheers!

[@mistablah]

That last line didn't age well....

[@hightechhype5068]

EOS RP is one of the most slept on all around cameras. Full frame mirrorless with great lenses available in RF and EF mount. Great 1080p and autofocus. Sharp photos. Under $1000 for body or $1500 with great 24-240mm all around lens.

[@icedmatcha8733]

peter mckinnon: *shoots professional 1DXmii( back then ) Gene:*shoots professional documentary c500mii Casey Neistat: wth are u guys doing?!

[@infernonova1]

Tam tam ltt and mkbhd is using RED 8k cameras

[@jacksonlow5154]

Caesy uses an a7ii 🤷‍♂️

[@icedmatcha8733]

Jackson Low lol well u know what i mean 😂

[@exaltvideo]

You skipped the Nikon Z6. One of the best video cameras in the $2000 range and the new 3.0 firmware update makes this an incredible camera to shoot video, vlog, take stills.

[@zuru__9215]

Idk why, but I got the feeling that Gene doesn't like the bmpcc 4k. Everybody is mindblown about it and he is like "yeah, cheap cinema camera"

[@alexshotthese]

He used to own the BMPCC4K and seemed to love it. It’s a great camera for its price point and what it does.

[@greenhope1234]

I think I saw Gene in a lot of videos talk really good about it. What holds me personal a bit back with this cam: I have the feeling you need a lot of accessories to get most out of this cam, so the price goes up as well. The cool about a cam like the eos r is that you get a good all around package with the stabilisation, the nd filter adapter, auto focus and the small size. So it's pretty easy to use. (I know the eos r the best so I take it as reference). Of course with the black magic you can get a better picture (raw), and of course better 4k. But you allways need to pull focus manually, grad raw footage a lot etc. So sometimes you need a bit more time with it. But as allways, every cam (especially in this price range) has it's pro and cons.

[@ThisisnotTwitter]

Canon didn't make it. 😂

[@AiringAustin]

His first one was shipped broken so I think his first impression wasn’t favorable.

[@FTGTapGod]

I'm not a huge fan of it either. Great image for the money, but not a great camera.

[@JonPaulKersey]

Dope video man! Potato Jet your face looks so happy when you pull out that cinema camera

[@mattg920]

Just gonna put a big “Yikes!” on the ending there

[@premiumparis]

#icantbreath -_-

[@imacrazyperson]

I exhaled loudly when he said this could be a new meme. Amazing how a phrase can have a whole new meaning, only couple months later.

[@MrBearitall]

Hey man I really want to say thank you for this video. I got into your channel by trying to expand on My business by adding in video and no other video/cinematographers really gave a full recommendation for beginning cinema. They all just make vlogs and review every camera about vlogging. Thanks again

[@exitsalidaexit]

why the panasonic lumix GH5/GH5s G7 not mentioned :(

[@ajhabdkaiak8173]

probs ass autofocus, the black magic can get by cuz of that image quality and such but thas jus a guess

[@mvvagner]

haters gon' hate.

[@MikeMikeYT]

im so sorry lol i didnt realize i wasnt subbed. ive been watching you forever bro, absolutely great personality 10/10 videos

[@thatei.detailing_girl]

you deserve more subs than pewdipie

[@guptageneralstores5243]

But can he do theeeeees!!!

[@Nathansomething]

Yeah He has better cameras

[@TuJiVanOers]

PewDiePie is also a good content creator.

[@DavidRoig]

you are killing it, your videos are too good! thanks

[@ARay100]

12:27 you shoot on 1080p and upload on 4k ... ;)

[@rockmicah4060]

A Ray yes , by after edit export it as 4K

[@baqcasanke]

yes this helps trick the KZbin compression to allow higher bitrates on your 1080p video. It makes your 1080p videos look better on youtube

[@ARay100]

@@baqcasanke yeah didn't think of that ... Thanks

[@SaleemHodge]

Great videos as usual! I have one minor complaint that you aren't the only one I see doing it. HD is 720p Full-HD is 1080p. That's it, love the channel!

[@GoneFishingStories]

"lets dive in at the shallow end.... under 500 bucks.." And then you show an Iphone example thats 1099 😂

[@blakeok952]

GoneFishingStories well some people already have a phone free with their plans soo

[@GoneFishingStories]

@@blakeok952 not a valid point... Many May have cameras too but that was not the point og the video was it....

[@Jeff-Ray]

then maybe you should listen to what he said: put the 500 bucks into getting a better Phone. Not "buy a phone for 500 Bucks".

[@GoneFishingStories]

@@Jeff-Ray but it still doesn't make it a "under 500 dollar category.." does it?? Soo if you plan to get a cheap dslr, just put another 500 dollars... And then its still a under 500 dollar catogory..? Great logic champ... And his own example is whether you want it or not... a 1099 USD phone..

[@ajhabdkaiak8173]

GoneFishingStories prett sure putting 500 towards another phone is something you could do if you had 500 dollars champ

[@jum3152]

About 2 weeks ago I bought a Sony A7II for 650 euros. It’s amazing, full frame, IBIS, and really good quality. Definitely recommend it

[@IsheepheadI]

Ive watched this video like a million times trying to figure out what to get

[@Zegmaar_Bas]

And it doesn't even include all the options: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZiWZ3RqnbZ_mZY

[@JuanSanchez-zz3me]

Hmmm. Nikon d5600, with 1080p60, flip out touch screen and mic input used = 400-500 Sigma 17-50mm f2.8 os used = 200ish On the low end 600 for usable results If you don't need the flip out, then the d3500 can be found for 300 used, and if you're lucky like I was, d3500+35mm 1.8g for 300 + 17-50mm for 170, usable results for 470

[@saftschinken2353]

Potato Jet: "Under 500$" also Potatojet: "iPhone 11 Pro" LUL

[@AGilbii]

I use a Sony a6300 with a 35mm. So far it's been a nearly perfect combo for me. I shoot interviews and some basic doc stuff on it. There was a 30 min record limit, but you can download a program on it to bypass that and since I shoot in HD, it doesn't overheat. You can get that package for under $1,000! Highly recommend!

[@carsonlight_lapse6394]

10:08 I can't stop myself watching him scream over and over

[@mizzseo]

half way into 2020 and still havent bought any new camera, just binge watching potato jet :)

[@andreika6681]

what for to buy new today ? 1/4 of photogs (if not 1/3) are dead broke (and some are literally dead) and will have to sell their gold hw for the price of silver one...

[@philippeharkless8915]

Me watching this 5 months after it comes out “hahaha”

[@danplasma]

A I really love the resolution and even the slight chroma warmth that you capture in this video. please Sir, let me know what camera you use when you’re sitting doing the one shot and when you’re on the rooftop thanks for your prompt reply and congratulations on your success

[@rafaelruedas]

just the right video for me since me and my girlfriend just talked about getting a new cam this year....😍

[@1fareast14]

Lots of people buy cameras before they've made anything. I think a nice policy is to shoot with what you have first, then step up. Sure, compressed codecs suck, but you can get away with them if you're careful about lighting. I still remember spending ages setting up a shot with a phone and putting a zoom h1 in just the right place, only to miss focus and never check it. Definitely the wrong time to buy more expensive gear.

[@dukebozikowski3801]

Best action cam: - Insta 360 one r Best Drones: -Mavic 2 pro - Inspire 2 These are the best cameras at their price: $500ish -Canon Sl2 or M50 -Panasonic G7 -Used Sony a6300 (best bang for buck) $1000 -a6400 - Canon m6 ii or 90d Under $1500 - Bmpcc 4K (best budget cinema camera) - Fuji Xt-3 -Panasonic gh5 or G9 $2000ish -Sony A7iii -Nikon Z6 -Canon Eos R -Panasonic S1 -Z-cam E2 $2500 -Bmpcc 6k $4000 -Panasonic S1h (Best all around full frame camera) $5000 -Z-cam E2 F6 $10000 -Sony FX-9 $15000 -C500 ii (Best full frame cinema camera with good autofocus) $20000+ - Red or Arri

[@shuc.8089]

Naah. OEM M5 Mark III, if you have more budget Nikon Z8, EOS R5. Nothing else.

[@denisshlenduhhov8783]

I would add Panasonic G9 to Under $1500 -

[@dukebozikowski3801]

Shu C. Ik but those aren’t out yet but I’m excited for them.

[@dukebozikowski3801]

Denis Shlenduhhov absolutely thanks bro

[@JimmyHuynhdesign]

The a6600 is a nice sweet spot for most people I think. Really great video and stills quality, fantastic af, flip screen, small and compact, and the lenses are much cheaper than full frame ones...I have an M50 and would not recommend it as your main and only camera.

[@THEMATT222]

You should spend more money on BALOONS!

[@70mjc]

THE MATT 222 you should spend more money on 3rd grade spelling

[@jailbreakoverlander]

I love this dude

[@troopercooper44]

I bought an Alexa Mini LF so I feel like I am the wrong person for this question.

[@sixsoxsex1]

I bought an Alexa too, a used Classic EV like the one at the end of this video;)

[@troopercooper44]

@@sixsoxsex1 Classics are wonderful!

[@joonyroc99]

Leave

[@troopercooper44]

@@joonyroc99 Yeah na

[@joonyroc99]

@@troopercooper44 k then gimme a loan cause I waaaaaan' 😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@ny3013]

Please make a video how to get studio vlogging setup with iPhone and lenses like moment, and how to get bokeh with that setup

[@karthik2166]

Even in 2020 panasonic gh5 and gh5s are the best camera for video Just my opinion

[@UncompressedWAVmusic]

Awesome video thanks for sharing your vast knowledge. Definitely worth watching.

[@officialfadi]

Five Words: Black Magic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K

[@70mjc]

Baylux 6***

[@officialfadi]

70mjc ur gonna count 4K as a word?😂😂 ok then

[@schifferfoto8659]

Canon cameras are surely nice, but if you already got Nikon glass, the Z6 is a good choice. The option to crop to DX format (x1.5) while maintaining 4K makes your lenses more versatile. With the 24-70 you can go up to 105mm at 2.8 which I really enjoy for tighter shots from my gimbal.

[@DanielWhiteWithCanon]

However much the r5 costs lmao 🤣🤣

[@mistaspeedy]

Yes, that seems to be exactly the answer I wanted to give... I'll see how good it is, and if it will manage to get me to upgrade my EOS R

[@DanielWhiteWithCanon]

Mista Speedy why not have both :D

[@youarethealgorithm]

Hey P.J.!!! Great video my guy. I got every piece of information I needed to start doing some video work from you. Your awesome. Don’t ever stop. Unless you want to. Then stop. But don’t stop. Extremely informative. And entertaining. Thank you for starting this channel. Your the man!!

[@flame9828]

Better question: how much money can I make in 2020

[@nickpetitt6170]

I bought the sony a6400 in 2020 with a good zoom lens as well and spent $1400. As someone who is an average user, this camera does everything I need it to and then some. This was an upgrade from an old nikon d5000 that I used for vacation photos that I had for 12 years that just needed an upgrade.