I bought a NEW camera!

[@fusion-music]

A Bristol boy, the home of BBC wildlife. I think you are doing the right thing, concentrating on the skills and gear of the film industry. My Nikon gave up the ghost after doing a video shoot in 4K. So, its convinced me to just stay use video cameras for what they're designed for.

[@cerealkiller4248]

Still waiting to see some content with the new setup 😁 I’m an hour or so west of you, as I drive to work there’s a siege of Grey Herons in a field about 50m from a road. I’ve seen as many as 14 there, and regularly 8/9. Good practice for the 100-400 with a 2x crop.

[@timohammesfahr1674]

Hey Matt... following you for quiet some time and love your pictures and your movies... you have a great eye and feeling for pictures and Videos... wish you all the best for your carreer. If someone earns it, it's you....

[@SimonWattsWILDPresentationsUK]

Very impressive kit combo with goosebump inducing presets. Must be still in the high cardiac bpm mode when negotiating it all in the field - imagine the day it's the norm. Made up for you Matt. Every morning must be like Xmas morning right now. Do you still have run and gun options? Here's to a brighter '22. Si.

[@MattGouldphotography]

Thank you Simon, glad you approve! The morning are currently bringing a childlike level of joy as you say. My run and gun options are stills based but with gopros for the vlog aspect. This setup should be used to grab accompanying footage to improve the videos :). Thank you for watching as always :)

[@stevesvids]

Fantastic 👏 The Pro just got even Proeyererer. 😄👏👍 Well done Matt. If I can use the analogy of owning a guitar. Anyone can buy a nice guitar, but not everyone can make it sing. Just seeing you set up your new rig I already know there's some sweet music coming our way. You were born for that. Looking forward to the journey with you. Cheers Matt... 🖐🙂👍😎

[@MattGouldphotography]

Hahhahaha Very kind Steve! Aww thank you for the flattering analogy, but very true indeed that you can have all the hear in the world but not always make use of it. Hopefully I will do but only time can tell I guess. Thank you as always for watching!

[@JeremyNeipp]

Awesome stuff dude!! Super excited for your new setup and your future with it man 🙌🏻🙌🏻 I love that Nucleus wireless follow focus, I use the same exact one for my video production work I do for clients too

[@MattGouldphotography]

Thanks Jeremy! Good to see plenty of podcast episodes coming out! Keep it up! Glad you approve of the follow focus :D.

[@JeremyNeipp]

Matt Gould thanks man! ☺️🙌🏻

[@IanSmithFotografi]

Looks very cool and the footage was really great. Congratulations

[@MattGouldphotography]

Thank you Ian! Glad you enjoyed the footage at the end, just got to get that going consistently now :D.

[@angelaknight903]

Good luck 👍 you sold your 500 f4 I have had cannon 500 f4 delivered this afternoon I am so excited 😊

[@MattGouldphotography]

Oooooo well it's a cracking lens! I hope you get may joyful moments and photos from it 🙂

[@noelhewitt7434]

Can't wait to see your vids when you get used to it.. congrats on the new camera

[@MattGouldphotography]

Thank you Noel, hopefully I won't disapoint!

[@Rudy60426]

Congratulations Matt , succes and go for it

[@PaulMiguelPhotography]

Wow, that's some set up. Really interesting to see. The footage you took was lovely and I'm sure this will serve you well Matt.

[@james-tm1rm]

Looking forward to seeing some videos from this beast

[@JC.Journey]

Wow, Matt. That's quite an impressive setup. I look forward to seeing all that you do with it. Excellent results so far - very beautiful footage. Congratulations!

[@meikamartin953]

Wow loving your end result already :)

[@ukwildlife]

Nice. Look forward to seeing more Ive been looking at a Zcam E2 M4, but im waiting to see what the Panasonic GH6 has too offer first

[@giemz0]

Congrats on hard decision. I guess it is possible to set everything earlier and then bring all together on the spot. There is one thing that I am missing... Where's mistery link?

[@ChrisHunt4497]

Well done Matt. This is great news. I know nothing about film cameras but I can see that you have great ambition and passion to succeed. Don’t forget us when you are on the BBC. 👍👍👍☺️☺️☺️

[@MattGouldphotography]

Thank you Chris! Fingers crossed I get there one day, but I will never stop uploading 😁

[@JackRichNature]

Looks like a great new setup! Welcome to the ZCam club! Would love to go shoot sometime if you're up for it...

[@robinsonsadventures2174]

Great video, lovely footage

[@MattGouldphotography]

Cheers Robinson! Thank you for watching!

[@johannaknowles8569]

Brilliant! Your videos get better and better! 👍🏻 looking forward to more 😁

[@MattGouldphotography]

Wow thank yo Johanna, really chuffed you think so! I hope not to disappoint in the coming uploads :D.

[@thisisme1999]

Wow! I know absolutely nothing about that kind of a set up but I look forward to seeing any of your efforts you choose to share. Good shooting!

[@MattGouldphotography]

Ha, well me neither Nick! But not wanting to sound too cheesy, life is a journey of discovering and I am hoping this leads to many, including about how to use the gear itself to the best of its capabilities :D. Thanks for watching as always :)

[@danscott5776]

Fantastic setup, look forward to seeing some superb footage 😎👌

[@MattGouldphotography]

Cheers Dan! Fingers crossed it delivers :)

[@BenTutton]

Looking forward to seeing what you get up to with the new camera. They’re being used so much on lots of shoots now. Amazing bang for the buck. Have to catch up when I’m next in the country. Maybe go out and film something together?

[@MattGouldphotography]

Oi oi! I spotted you the other night on the silver screen :D. I would love to get out and film something together, I will give you a shout when I am back next week and we can sort something out if you like? Lots to catch up on and I am chuffed to hear the setup gets your seal of approval :D. Cheers for watching!

[@BosePhotography]

Congratulations Matt, it looks amazing! That showreel at the end was awesome! Really looking forward to seeing what else you produce with it in the future! 😀👍 Sam

[@MattGouldphotography]

Thank you Sam! Chuffed you like it, I hope to keep the good footage with the future videos :).

[@raymondpenalver7095]

A great interesting video here Matt and love that camera wow, looking forward to your new videos as always 😀

[@MattGouldphotography]

Thank you Raymond, glad you found it interesting, lots on the way.

[@juliangreaves4727]

Nice work Matt. I look forward to seeing the videos you make with this cool new kit!

[@buzzbeescraps8839]

Amazing footage Matt. Looks like you made the right decision! :)

[@MattGouldphotography]

Cheers :D

[@samuelhornemedia]

Congrats on the new setup Matt, it's funny how we are almost in sync with our decision with the Z CAM. I did notice you saw my Owl footage I posted in the FB group. You captured a stunning reel, I particular loved the frost! I must admit bit jealous over the pull focus system, I'm still using my fingers on lens 😂... Looking forward to seeing your work with the new camera, also try give zlog a go once you feel comfortable with the setup, it's great to get into colour grading.

[@MattGouldphotography]

Thank you Sam! Yeah man cracking job with that for sure! There is definitely nothing wrong with fingers and thumbs but I couldn't resist the focus wheel I have to say :D. Z Cam have a rec 709 profile specifically for their Z Log which looks great but I don't know if my PC Can handle it. And I only have on 256gb card at the moment. But will defo explore that in the future.

[@samuelhornemedia]

@@MattGouldphotography Thanks a lot bud, it was pretty breath taking experience! And pulling focus is bit awkward so hopefully going to loan out the Uni stores Small Rig one as I used it for a boxing match was super helpful! And I think I need to look into the Rec709 profile, I'm currently using the Zlog plugin which I guess might be the same thing haha. The CFast cards are pricey 😅, I'm making do with a 2TB SanDisk Extreme Pro, shooting ProRes LT, it takes up a lot of space 😬.

[@TheNonsenseAdventures]

That is some impressive kit!! I'm looking forward to what you produce once you get more used to it!

[@johndominick3815]

Looks like you have exciting times ahead Matt. I wish you well in developing your career.

[@MattGouldphotography]

Thank you dear boy! Looking to come down and do a seascape collaboration at some point. I will give you a shout when I'm next down and with spare time if you like? 🙂

[@johndominick3815]

@@MattGouldphotography that would be great Matt. Just off to Pulborough, doing hides and trails these days but we’ve just booked in 5 photography workshops for this year. Good to get back to them after a 2 year break.

[@fototyz]

Wow! Very cool, that’s certainly going to take some learning…… but looking forward to see what you capture in the future, best of luck 👍😎

[@MattGouldphotography]

Thank you Paul! Hopefully it delivers!

[@Wklambert]

Wow, impressive! Just binged through abt two years worth of your work, and I really admire how much fun you and your friends have on your shoots. I am "new" to WL photography, but not new to the industry. I am just now beginning to be able to afford the gear I need to make the shots. I have felt like gear has been the one thing holding me back, but from your videos I've seen, you don't need a super long lens to get started. Your macro shots, for instance, are beautiful. Really great work, and thanks for the work you do. Keep it up!!

[@MattGouldphotography]

Hahaha well thank you for watching so many videos! Glad you enjoyed them! And yes, gear is definitely important but it isn't everything! There is so much you can do with the minimum and some good research and patience 😁. So glad you are getting into the hobby! I hope you get many photos you enjoy in the years to come 🙂

[@jackhadfield3943]

I don’t know how this channel is so small 😔

[@TDB_Music]

Stunning footage! As someone who already struggles getting close with just a dslr and a big lens, I’m interested in seeing how on earth you will manage that with all this equipment!! Very excited for your future.

[@MattGouldphotography]

Thank you Thomas! Glad you enjoyed it! Ha, that did make me laugh! I think the key is going to be getting my locations spot on and having a large degree of patience :D. Fingers crossed it pays off (the m4t crop factor should also help to be fair). Thanks for watching!

[@adamsmith6594]

Did not see that coming. So processing the digital film is the same or is it a PC killer because of the amount of data. I find for filming now that the camera has been upgraded but that's had a nock on effect with everything else. PC is slightly warm after. Can't wait for more instalments particularly as the warmer temps have had quite a few animals about early. Snow drops carpeting everywhere and caterpillars regularly basking on the walls at mid day. Could be a good year for bugs 😁

[@MattGouldphotography]

Yeah perhaps a bit of a twist 😁. I have issues with editing them it has to be said due to the big 4k files but that says more about my pc than anything. I'm filming a lot over the next two weeks so fingers crossed i get some good results 😁👍

[@adamsmith6594]

@@MattGouldphotography whatever you film it will be amazing. You've bought a system that lends itself to your style. So I can't wait.

[@ohmondos]

Good luck with this, looking forward .to see what you post in future 👍

[@MattGouldphotography]

Thank you Ray! Fingers crossed you like it 🙂

[@GiuseppeGessa]

Great final video!!! I'm a beginner for making videos, even because I'm more a nature photographer, but your attitude is inspiring.

[@GiuseppeGessa]

By the way, you've got a new friend/subs 🙂

[@robj1366]

Looking forward to see what you capture but it looks like a very good start, love the atmosphere

[@MattGouldphotography]

Cheers Rob, I'm optimistic but you never can be sure with wildlife 😁

[@TimmoUK]

Excited to see what you make and I'm sure you'll have lots of fun (mostly ;) ) in the process!

[@MattGouldphotography]

Hahaha thank you Tim. Away filming next week so fingers crossed 😁. Lots on the way

[@lorraine1810]

Wow looks amazing Matt, lots to learn. So looking forward to seeing more fabulous films. Congratulations 👍

[@WillGoodlet]

Sorry to see you had to sell the 500mm but interested to see how you go with this new journey/equipment. I'm interested that you chose the E2 (global shutter?) over the E2-M4 or E2-S6. I am in a similar place to you but reluctant to give up my stills gear. I feel I'm best served with hybrid bodies. But maybe I'm missing something, I don't know. I'd like to know from you why you feel the codecs are better? Is it an industry requirement? What are the deliverables when selling these clips? Perhaps a some ideas for a future video - I'll be keeping an eye on your channel to see what you get up to. Good luck!

[@lisamarie7527]

Huge congratulations on your new equipment Matt!! Super impressive! Really looking forward to seeing what you do with it since you’re already amazing at wildlife cinematography! Cheers

[@MattGouldphotography]

Thank you so much Lisa! Hopefully the future uploads don't disappoint, but I shall be filming all week and I am cautiously optimistic :). Thanks for watching as always.

[@Andy_Thomas]

We also have the Canon 100-400mm f4.5-5.6 IS L lens. While the Mk II (and the RF equivalent) have slightly faster auto-focus and better image stabilisation, that clearly doesn't matter for your rig. It's built like a tank, and the Canon L-series glass is superb!

[@MattGouldphotography]

It is a great lens that I have owned for some time to be fair. The two more modern options are also great as you say but it cant be beaten on a budget, especially second hand :). Glad you like the look of the rig and thanks for watching :)

[@cerealkiller4248]

Awesome setup Matt, looking forward to seeing you grow your channel with it. I’ve got an R6 on order, should have it early next week 😎

[@MattGouldphotography]

Cheers! Glad you like the look of it! You should really enjoy the R6, I have had a play with it in the shop and it seemed impressive :)

[@roblunnen1653]

I personally look forward to your film whenever you post them as I have always enjoyed them and think that your level is already very high. I cant wait to see what the new kit brings to you and wish you all the good luck. I have one question around the 3:50 mark the image has a very narrow depth of field focus, was this done intently or from choice or a product of the new gear combo? As always I really do like the stuff you put out, even the "Hey look I got new gear today" the joy that come across is really cool. I wish you well and look forward to seeing new films from you. never stop going after your dreams

[@MattGouldphotography]

Hiya Rob! Firstly thank you for the great feedback! I hope to continue to provide enjoyable content 😁. Ah, that was due to low light levels and me having to use a 50mm f1.8 to try and get useable footage 😂. Thanks again for watching though. Fingers crossed for good stuff to come 😁

[@RyanMenseWildlife]

Sweet rig, keep it up

[@eerofi]

So today, for no particular reason, you came to my mind and I was wondering if you got your new kit already. This video had not appeared in my feed at all. The setup looks great, although I don't know much about that camera. Congrats! Hoping to see some great results in the near future. In case you want to come to Isle of Wight to do some filming, let me know.

[@paulm8157]

Congrats on your new camera, Matt! Modular design for degree of future-proof usage, growth potential, too. Wise choice. Not something to strap on your chest for a POV, I suppose😁. Am confident you have hit the ground running - akin to avian take-off, sortta. As I recall from prior vids you would often lay prone on the ground to get the shots/footage. Will you be able to comfortably do the same with this rig? Look forward to the results. Cheers!

[@MattGouldphotography]

Thank you Paul! Getting a POV shot of this sounds like a great challenge to be fair :D. Thats a good question and observation for sure. I can get very low with it, but not as low as I used to. Due to the balancing of the weight it wouldnt really be safe to do so. Though I will endeavour to find clever little ways to get low :D.

[@grantedmonston1]

Enjoyed as always. I've recently bought a Canon C100 for getting my own footage. Could you provide a direct link for the bracket system for supporting your lens? I'm currently using a Canon 100 - 400 mm & a Sigma 150 - 600 mm, so would appreciate being able to buy this little bit of kit. Thank you. Regards Grant 😊

[@MattGouldphotography]

Hiya Grant! Firstly chuffed to hear you enjoyed the video. Second, the C100 sounds a great investment. Lens Support: www.ebay.co.uk/itm/255069441631?chn=ps&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=7101533165274578&mkcid=2&itemid=255069441631&targetid=4584826055637460&device=c&mktype=&googleloc=&poi=&campaignid=412354546&mkgroupid=1299623041023876&rlsatarget=pla-4584826055637460&abcId=9300541&merchantid=87779&msclkid=7f3a4393160c133ee01b2265ce88da00 It has worked well for me so far and should suit you fine too :).

[@sdrtcacgnrjrc]

M43 makes a lot of sense @ 800mm (for stills I've got an older lens with 2x converter to make 800mm on M43 -- didn't break the bank, doesn't break my back)

[@MattGouldphotography]

Glad you agree Tom! I have invested in a 1.4x teleconverter if I really need it but I am hoping that 800mm will be enough for most scenarios.

[@JjackVideo]

I know this is a bit late to the party, but you should really look at the Sigma FP camera. You can shoot cineDNG and take stills out of your raw videos. I hated having to choose between video and photos and missed some great shots of both in between, so I was a game changer for me. But be aware of the HUUUGE file size. Good luck my dude

[@faerphoto]

Hi Matt. Very interesting setup. The footage looked great, and I think you're right that this will help proprel you forward. So, now that you've released this video, I'll go ahead and ask my queation. Will you use this 100-400 for stills, or will you still buy some other lens for stills to replace the 500? You had said you weren't giving up the stills camera or still photography, so I'm curious what you'll use for a lens for that piece. I can picture situations where you might want to have both cameras with you, but with the setup process on this one, I can't imagine trying to use one lens for both. Just curious. Looking forward to future videos. Cheers from Maine, USA. :) Paula

[@MattGouldphotography]

Good evening Paula! Well, I plan to use that for stills for now but will definitely be looking to replace my super telephoto at some point! However there may be a little surprise regarding that in one of my future uploads, you will just have to keep an eye out ;). I am planning to vlog with my gopro's as I take photos, then return on separate days to capture appropriate footage to go alongside if that makes sense. So really you shouldn't see much of this setup now :). Hope that answers your question and thank you for watching!

[@sdrtcacgnrjrc]

Is the speed booster just an adaptor, or does it affect other stuff?

[@MattGouldphotography]

It does indeed do other stuff. A speed booster improves the amount of light getting to the sensor by about a stop and reduces the focal length. :)

[@envyrish]

Where are the videos?!?

[@vladimirlopez7840]

Matt has seemingly disappeared.

[@MattGouldphotography]

Not completely... Lots of content to come in Spring