Mirrorless vs DSLR, 70-200mm test, Focusing on moving subjects, Large format photography and more.

In this episode of Photography Online we compare the results of a shoot out between the Canon R5 and the Canon 5Dsr to see which one is king of detail, we do a 70-200mm lens comparison, we show you our top tips for focusing on moving subjects, we use a 4x5 large format camera for the first time and we launch Scotland's Photo of the Year 2021.
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[@WilsonPhotography1]

I started into photography back in 1976, so of course on film, but on very simple cameras. It was in 1987 I bought a Canon AE-1 (35mm) and really started my journey. In 2004 I switched to digital and because of the instant preview I was able to really up my learning curve, in 2012 I picked up a Mamiya RB67 (medium format film) and started slowing down and really processing my shots in my head before ever releasing the shutter. I find MF film to be quite enjoyable and I do believe it has improved my digital work. My mental process has changed. I’ve now gotten a Speed Graphic (4”x5”) but it needs a little TLC before it sees any film. I can’t wait to give it a go. Thank you for including film photography in your videos, I know I appreciate it. 😎

[@robertlawrence7958]

Excellent cooking analogies. When I was a photographer in the RAF during the earlly 80s the first cameras we were taught to use was a large format 5x4 monorail. From there we moved on to medium format which was our main format and finally 35mm which was considered to be almost a 'toy' camera! Out of work I used a 6x7 RB67 proS for general stuff and a 35mm SLR for wildlife/sport. Nowadays I mostly shoot wildlife with some sport. Having belatedly embraced the digital era, film was left firmly in the past: and now that I have moved to mirrorless technology I could never return to shooting film. However, I fully agree with your summation that learning the basics on old manual technology will prove invaluable to anyone who is really interested in the whole photographic process.... and lets not even mention the whole post processing / computer / darkroom scenarios 😁😁

[@PhotographyOnline]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts Robert. All the best.

[@mattcampbell5359]

I met Nick this weekend up the Quiraing very helpful and giving me advice on the route to take thanks for the advice and was great to meet you love your channel guys

[@PhotographyOnline]

Cheers Matt. Hope you enjoy Skye

[@mattcampbell5359]

@@PhotographyOnline thanks, I did weather was mixed but I got a stunning shot of your number 1 location on skye at sunrise

[@vsk0709]

Nikon D850. Love watching these episodes!!

[@PhotographyOnline]

It’s on the list. Thanks for the suggestion

[@bobtaylor364]

Another great episode from the team, particularly liked the section on focus techniques, an area where I have had issues in the past. I'll try the methods described by James and Harry and see how I get on. Thanks very much!

[@PhotographyOnline]

Cheers Bob. Thanks as always.

[@wrmarhoffer]

I greatly enjoy the recurring Wild Diaries feature and commend this episode's segment on focusing techniques. Please continue to address wildlife photography within the landscape.

[@PhotographyOnline]

We will William. Many thanks.

[@marchinderickx8193]

Great and valuable tips :-)

[@huwmorgan51]

The low-pass filter is the difference between the R5 and the 5dSR. I think the better comparison would be to the Sony a7RIV. It doesn't have a low-pass filter.

[@PFB-yo6wi]

I've yet to see the show do anything Sony related.

[@PhotographyOnline]

The reason is because we cannot get hold of any Sony gear. We're trying.

[@PFB-yo6wi]

@@PhotographyOnline The reply is appreciated. Thanks. Still loving the show, nonetheless.

[@andymiles5156]

@@PhotographyOnline I suspect you might have already explored this option, but if it helps Ffordes have four used A7R3s and lenses in stock if they are able to loan one out to you like they did the large format camera.

[@johncantrell614]

I get what he was saying about using the old camera. I used 35mm at first, then I got a mamiya press camera 6x9 camera. It was the most interactive camera I ever used. Pull the slide, cock the shutter, set the focus, take the picture, then remember to turn the film counter to the next number. It was a lot of work, but when you did it right, the prints it made were magical, and the slides it made were even more so. I later moved on to a bronica etr, and even though I have not used it a lot lately, I will still never sell it, because once in a while, it is still such a pleasure to use.

[@jordanwheatley602]

THE CAPTIONS FAILS!!!! I. Am. Dying of laughter!!!!

[@PhotographyOnline]

Glad you liked that part Jordam

[@Stealt707]

Hi Ruth, your Scottish accent is just fine to listen and your presenting is wonderful! Lol

[@PhotographyOnline]

Oh thank you!

[@AustenGoldsmithPhotography]

I love the 'Oven ready meal '' analagy for digital ! Also good to see I'm not the only one who occasionally puts the dark slide in facing the wrong way after exposing the sheet ! If I had a quid for every time I could buy some shots of fuji velvia !

[@PhotographyOnline]

Thanks for watching Austen. All the best.

[@CelsoMollo]

After a couple of criticisms let me say that I love your show, I can’t believe I didn’t find you guys earlier. Congratulations on a well made photography program. I appreciate all the effort you guys put inti it. Agreeing and disagreeing is jut part of the whole thing but one thing cannot be denied, you guys are doing a fantastic job!

[@PhotographyOnline]

Welcome aboard!

[@piper80fg]

Watching From Brooklyn New York! Love All The Episodes... The Whole Crew Rocks! Keep Up The Good Work. Boom! 🙏🏼🧿🙌

[@craigfouche]

As a large format shooter on the same camera, that was most enjoyable to follow, thank you. Greets from South Africa 🇿🇦.

[@PhotographyOnline]

Great to hear Craig

[@joca1378]

I know a large format shooter but he only does portrait photography :P

[@paulhegarty7625]

I think you will find the Pentax K1 will give the Canon 5Dsr a good contest Great Show BTW..

[@PhotographyOnline]

We’ll add it to the list Paul. Thanks for the suggestion.

[@woodygreen6826]

I just discovered your channel. It's nice to see a lack of hype and a great deal of factual material. Well done!

[@PhotographyOnline]

Cheers Woody. We don’t do hype - just keep it real!

[@keithtomes]

Yet another excellent episode. While your efforts to see that the CC'ing is accurate,... you may want to follow Harry's example and include the occasional definition. As an American listening to a Scot, we are '... divided by a common language.' I'm not quite sure,... but I believe I'm 'scuppered.' Or as Marcus once said, it could be 'the pants.' Seriously though, I thoroughly enjoy every aspect of your show. I'm learning a great deal while being entertained and feel as though each of you is family. From the soft spoken James to the comedic exploits of Marcus and Harry it's hard to wait for your next episode. Keep up the good work and goodonya.

[@paulhazel2145]

The segment by James, and his lovely young lady, on focus, was as endearing as it was valuable for its tips. Bravo.

[@PhotographyOnline]

Thanks Paul

[@History-beneath-your-feet]

Yet again a fantastic spread of awesome knowledge in bit size chunks. Well done guys, keep it up.

[@PhotographyOnline]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@stevengraham5229]

Great show again, for landscape try putting the Nikon D850 up against the 5D SR

[@PhotographyOnline]

Already on the list Steven.

[@mverick160]

" "It's the same as saying I love cooking, and only made instant noodles. " I couldn't agree more. The reasons my film work prints start at $5000 and my digital for half a day is $3000 is because one is a process and a journey. One is a quick back in a computer. And your reasons are the same reasons I still have 2 5ds r's in my bag. Till the 120mp is released.

[@PhotographyOnline]

Thanks Mverick

[@jamesphilips4290]

I enjoyed LF 8x10 even built my own camera. What you learn about photography is hard to learn anywhere else. Amazing way to slow down and really compose a shot. Thanks for a great video!

[@PhotographyOnline]

Cheers James. Glad you enjoyed it. More to come

[@RobVanElven]

Fantastic show. Interesting topics and so well presented and produced. Extra points for adding the subtitles, to broaden the worldwide reach. 💪🙌

[@PhotographyOnline]

Thank you very much!

[@goetzadamgageik7451]

I totally agree with the comment about learning curve with film shooting but after my long time with film I am so pleased about the advantages of digital that I have no regrets. But for people who never experienced the desasters of wrong settings, unnoticed vibration, under or over exposure on very special and irretrievable shots they might be too reliant on cameras and not regard them as what they are: a tool with which one can achieve memorable images - for one's own life and sometimes also for others. So thanks for featuring analog but alas - been there done that and never bothered about the T-shirt... Adam

[@PhotographyOnline]

Thanks for your input Adam. All the best.

[@stevenriley4358]

Another great episode, as usual. I enjoyed the focusing segment. I used Sony A7iii and a Sony A7Riii and do a lot of mixed wildlife type shooting (meaning I am never sure what may show up) I would like to share my focus settings. Custom mode 1 is set for still or slow moving subjects (manual with auto ISO, single shot AF, medium burst mode). I have custom mode 2 set for fast moving subjects (manual with auto ISO, continuous tracking AF, fast burst speed), I have the AF-ON button set to activate the AF mode for each custom setting. I have the joystick center button set to activate "focus standard" mode. I have the AEL button set to toggle between AF and MF. The wheel center button is set to "Recall custom hold 1" (which is set to spot metering}. So I can switch between all these AF modes as needed using just my thumb. C1 on top of the camera is set to "Focus Magnifier" and C2 is set to APS-c/Full Frame toggle. All this allows me to move from an osprey in flight to a bird perched in dense cover without having to move my eye from the viewfinder. Sorry for the long post, but I thought it may help some fellow wildlife shooters.

[@ariaan_]

Loved the show again, and found James' focusing tips really helpful. Also very nice to see Marcus make the plunge into large format. I bought an 8x10" Chamonix myself this year and am enjoying it immensely. As Marcus says, the process is so very fulfilling. There are quite a few large format panorama options out there for him to try as well, such as 4x10", 5x12" or even 7x17". Looking forward to seeing how he gets on with it.

[@PhotographyOnline]

Glad you enjoyed it Ariaan. Thanks for your support.

[@IvanRiveraStagea]

If you need a full frame competitor to the 5Dsr, consider the Sony A7R IV. The results would be very interesting. The Sony has the advantage in resolution and dynamic range, but would have to mask phase detect pixels and would have to compensate for any heat-related noise from the continuous readouts. My money's on the Sony though even if I'm a Canon shooter.

[@PhotographyOnline]

Thanks for the suggestion Ivan. We’ll add it to the list.

[@SteveP_2426]

Another interesting programme folks. I'm a Canon shooter but I'd suggest the Nikon D850, Sony A1 and (especially) the Sony A7RIV could trump the 5Ds for image quality.

[@PhotographyOnline]

We’ll add them to the list - thanks for the suggestion

[@peterkin1000]

Another terrific show. I found the whole episode appealing but the focussing tips particularly interesting. Best wishes to the team. :)

[@PhotographyOnline]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@randymyers8600]

Another great job guys! Look forward to the next installment.

[@PhotographyOnline]

Cheers Randy

[@davestrong8889]

BBF significantly increases my keeper rate. Try a Nikon D850 or a Z7ii

[@PhotographyOnline]

Both on the list Dave. Thanks for the suggestion.

[@timrosenburgh9485]

Another great video everyone. Great images Marcus especially as you had never one of those. You absolutely nailed it.

[@PhotographyOnline]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@briangarner8484]

Thanks for the tips on focusing, some thing I had problems with last year, can't wait to get out and try some of the tips.

[@PhotographyOnline]

Good luck Brian

[@cmcimagesmedia]

Having just purchased my Sony A7Rii it would be awesome to see that against the Canon 5DSR

[@PhotographyOnline]

We've put it on the list as you are not the first person to suggest it. Thanks for watching and for taking the time to comment.

[@trevorwright6165]

wonderful as allways some beautiful views and a great team i do look forward to the program thank you all so much from trev in sussex

[@PhotographyOnline]

Thanks as always Trev

[@scottandlindae3803]

Enjoyed this episode especially the different focus techniques. I learned old school by using film in the 70's. Here every frame was about how much it cost to print it, I still forget in the digital world that burst shooting doesn't really cost more, thanks for the tips.

[@PhotographyOnline]

Thanks. Glad to hear you enjoyed it.

[@kearneyIT]

wow Ben is such a humble person.....well deserved Ben

[@leemetcalfephotography7849]

Another Cracking episode guys. Fantastic tips for wildlife and cracking large format images. Till next time stay safe and keep up the great work..!

[@PhotographyOnline]

Glad you enjoyed it Lee. Thanks for your support.

[@susannemeyer2122]

As I am totally into bird photography meanwhile I really appreciate James feature and of course Harrys story about the dippers. Mine are not yet pin sharp, but working on it. Great show!

[@PhotographyOnline]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@martingrossniklaus]

Great show again... Really usefull tips at the WILD DIARIES. Thank you all and keep on.

[@PhotographyOnline]

Thanks very much Martin.

[@DixonLu]

@5:10 People from New England would go into shock upon hearing someone marinating fresh lobsters🤣.

[@PhotographyOnline]

You need to learn how to cook like the Scottish then!

[@mikemcdonald5147]

they make medium format hasselblad high megapixel digital backs that allow people to do medium format digitally.

[@bobabout256]

Wow. The mountains picture at 26:30 is shot of the month for me. Your feature is very informative. Thanks.

[@PhotographyOnline]

Hi Bob. That's one of the locations we go to in the Dolomites each year. Glad you liked it. Thanks.

[@stephenoliver7386]

Excellent show. Thank you

[@PhotographyOnline]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@lensman5762]

I love LF photography. I have three LF cameras, two for the field and one for static stuff round the house. It has a different feel and the results could be breathtaking, but I have to say that it is not for everyone. It has a very steep learning curve. It has a totally different discipline to even MF film photography, let alone digital. It is slow, deliberate and demanding on both the aesthetics and the technical skill of the photographer, and it is very very expensive however, any serious photographer has to try it once.

[@PhotographyOnline]

Good advice! Thanks for watching.

[@AngloSaxon1]

I love photography, all kinds of photography, I have been shooting since the 70s using both film, and digital cameras. I would love to see a section where you send your photographers out using new but basic cameras such as the Fujifilm XA5 or XA7. or maybe the Canon EOS 200D. because people tend to look at these cameras as entry level and not much cop. But in the hands of a pro photographer they could show them and get the best out of them.

[@thomaskehl69]

as informative as usual !!! Good work altogether, thank you !! For the competition i suggest a Pentax K-1 Mk ii which is still a great camera and totally underestimated.. Go on with your great show ! Greetings from Sweden...

[@PhotographyOnline]

Thanks, will do!

[@andymiles5156]

Re dust on the sensor, I’ve found it’s often not as straightforward as mirrored vs. mirrorless. The Olympus M43rds cameras are incredibly good at repelling dust, I’ve never had to clear one of those sensors, conversely I’ve had to clean Sony mirrorless and Canon mirrored.

[@PhotographyOnline]

Useful to know Andy - thanks.

[@markhoffman9655]

Agree - since my E-1 in 2005 and through six following Olympus cameras with their SSWF sensor self clean I have never had an issue with sensor dust despite changing leses in windy conditions with dust , rain or sand. Yet adverts for sensor cleaning abound!

[@stefankuhn6887]

At least two of the comments misunderstood the „wild diaries“ 😂

[@RPGtravelphoto]

Great episode, especially the emphasis on slower and more patient processes for improving landscape images. For the full frame champion, please test out the Pentax K-1 or K-1ii. I've owned one for 3 years, and I'd like to see how you think it stacks up against its CaNikon counterparts.

[@PhotographyOnline]

We'll add it to the list - thanks for the suggestion.

[@joncothranphotography9375]

I thought that was funny that as Marcus started his segment, I was looking at a used Tektronix Scope Camera C-31B for sale. Thanks for the focus advice. I have been struggling to get my keeper rate up. Another great episode!

[@PhotographyOnline]

Thanks Jon. Good luck hunting for the Tektronic.

[@joncothranphotography9375]

@@PhotographyOnline Oh it was no hunt. I was looking at it on "Craig's List" for sale...

[@stefankuhn6887]

Thanks for that interesting und entertaining show - you should be sponsored by the tourism board 😄 can’t wait for my first trip to Scotland 😊

[@PhotographyOnline]

Hope it's a good one Stefan.

[@gordonnorman8259]

I suggest you try the Sony A1 for comparison to the R5.

[@PhotographyOnline]

Hi Gordon. The R5 is already beaten by the 5Dsr, so we won’t be comparing the R5 to anything. We have the Sony on the list to compare to the 5Dsr though.

[@tjmanou6422]

New technology keeps taking it away from the process making everything down to one click. But then it takes away from the actual pleasure which is why we fell in love with photographe to begin with ;)

[@PhotographyOnline]

Glad you agree TJ. Obviously everyone has their own opinion but we are trying to show that there is another side to photography than the only one which many people know. Thanks for watching.

[@brownphoto]

Marinating the LOBSTER?? Ohhhh I'll have to try that! LOL LOL LOL

[@PhotographyOnline]

Lol!

[@Rad_Travels]

Nikon D850 or Z7II can beat the Canon's EOS 5DS R :-)

[@PhotographyOnline]

We already know the D850 doesn't perform quite as well, but we will try the Z7 II as soon as we can get hold of one. Thanks for the suggestion Rad.

[@Rad_Travels]

@@PhotographyOnline James Brew has a Nikon Z system. Maybe he can help. Thanks for the great videos as always.

[@JohanTalk]

@@PhotographyOnline the Nikon is sharper.

[@airb1976]

@@JohanTalk where is the evidence?

[@davidharris1562]

One thing with film, if carefully looked after the negs will be around in 100 years, will the digital files?

[@PhotographyOnline]

Agreed. Thanks for watching David.

[@mikeyb9819]

I propose the Sony A1 as king of mirrorless full frame cameras. Great channel by the way.

[@PhotographyOnline]

We'll add it to the list Mikey. Thanks for the suggestion.

[@julianheritage6436]

Interesting content as always guys. I get the theory that mirror protects the sensor on a DSLR when changing lenses, but in all the cameras I’ve ever owned the Canon 5D2 was without doubt the worse for sensor dust, it was shockingly bad. I put it down to that big mirror flapping all the dust around

[@PhotographyOnline]

Hi Julian. My 5D II was terrible for dust too, but I've also had the Mk IV and the 5Dsr and never had any issues with them at all, so it must be a design issue rather than a mirror issue. (Marcus)

[@malcolmrendle6622]

After watching this I was inspired to look into large format photography....until I discovered the running cost per image....A little out of my budget. A shame as I loved shooting my medium format Bronica back in the day.... really enjoyed the piece as I do all of your analogue sections ....

[@PhotographyOnline]

Thanks Malcom. Just so you know, you can get a new 4x5 camera (Intrepid for example), a couple of lenses and film holders for under £1k, which is far cheaper than a decent digital set up. Of course, you can spend a lot more, but it is not necessary.

[@malcolmrendle6622]

@@PhotographyOnline Hi guys yes I saw the intrepid and was really tempted but the film cost was rediculous ( a box of 20 fuiji 5x4 sheets was advertised at £278! ) Then E6 processing at £8 per slide just about broke the dream...I like many have never used a large format and so anticipate the learning curve at those prices would be prohibitive...... Maybe on one of your programs you could show how to load the carriers and how to process the sheet film.... it was obviously hard to see how this is done when you have your hands in a bag.... there must be some way of using dummy film to show the method used....

[@PhotographyOnline]

Hi Malcolm. You can get film much cheaper than that! You can do the processing yourself to save more costs (plus it’s fun and speeds up the process). We’ll be doing a feature about the comparative costs between analogue and film in a future show, so hopefully this will be useful.

[@KevinMoore5q]

U.S.A., I love your Scottish accent. Cheers!

[@PhotographyOnline]

Yay, thank you!

[@brianbrooking496]

We cannae help it

[@wallaceshackleton1889]

Kit corner; DSLR vs Mirrorless, why should this matter to the "average photographer" that doesn't print and doesn't sell? The large format section. I'd be interested to learn how or who processed the pictures.

[@PhotographyOnline]

Hi Wallace. Thanks for your comment. It might not matter to you but it matters to others. The large format images were processed by Marcus. Thanks for watching.

[@dundas45]

This was a great show with a lot of good ideas. As for another camera in the hunt for the crown, I would like to suggest the Nikon D850.

[@PhotographyOnline]

Hi Doug. It's already on the list. Thanks for the suggestion.

[@ianlewisphotography]

Great show, thank you. Nearly thought I’d won the binoculars when ‘Ian...’ came up on the screen 😭😭😭

[@PhotographyOnline]

Next time!

[@jcmayer66]

Enjoyed the show, as always.

[@PhotographyOnline]

We enjoyed you watching as always Colin! Thanks a lot.

[@ison5622]

glad you said in the cannon lineup anyway did you notice the very obvious CA in the close-up comparisons with the R5 ?, borrow a D850 set it at 32 (L0) ISO adjust everything else you have to always ettr, then get a pro at processing to bring out the INCREDIBLE tonality and dynamic range of this camera you will love it .. great vid btw :).. right at the end, take nude photos ?

[@PhotographyOnline]

You must have missed the part where we said that all the images were straight out of camera. If you need to process the images then you are not doing a direct comparison between the cameras. CA is down to the lens not the sensor. We’ll be giving the D850 a chance to challenge the throne soon.

[@ison5622]

@@PhotographyOnline both cameras where using the same lens and CA can be the lens or a mismatch of camera/ sensor capabilities and lens, as far as landscape photography is concerned D850 holds the throne no contest.

[@PhotographyOnline]

We’ll see

[@emerywd]

Panasonic S1R, test with the same Canon lens too. And high res mode

[@PhotographyOnline]

Thanks for the suggestion David. We’ll add it to the list.

[@joca1378]

With the lockdowns, i had to resort to wild wife photography :D

[@PhotographyOnline]

You need some serious kit for that!

[@mikemcdonald5147]

lol Google subtitles the spell check of the internet LOL :)

[@MrDvaz]

try again with an rf lens on the rf and show us the results!!!!

[@PhotographyOnline]

The Sigma lens is sharper than any RF lens we’ve tested - which is why we used it.

[@keithpinn152]

Hi Team: I really enjoyed watching this video. Great content and production as usually. Keep safe and I hope to be able to see everyone in person in the fall. Cheers, Keith (Canada)

[@PhotographyOnline]

Thanks as always Keith.

[@hongk0ngfu3y]

the "go for your tea" while you wait for the r5 lens swap. Ill give you that. Now put the rf glass onto the dslr, while i pop to the moon and back. 😂 This proved 1 thing, glass is king👍

[@PhotographyOnline]

Cheers HKF. Thanks for watching as always.

[@calumcree4456]

Another great show. The wildlife focus section especially. Thanks guys. PS wee error on opening credits with kit corner and analogue affairs wrong way round. Does it matter? No! But I can’t help myself.

[@PhotographyOnline]

Hi Calum. You’re right, they are the wrong way round. We’ll need to discipline the person responsible appropriately. 21 lashes of the Photography Online whip should ensure it never happens again! Thanks for watching and for taking the time to comment.

[@SelmanJulian]

I think the comparison between ready meals and cooking from scratch is unfair. Just as having the latest kitchen equipment does not necessarily make you a good cook, neither does having the latest photography equipment but if you use the best ingredients, know about how to combine them well and produce a great plate of food, then the equipment will just be an aid to that end. What matters in photography is being intentional, thinking about what you want to achieve and how to create an image, paying attention to all aspects of the settings and so on.

[@delvinmatias2268]

Hello and thanks to all from California!

[@PhotographyOnline]

Thanks to you too for watching.

[@brianbrooking496]

Great tips about focussing. Helps me understand why a lot of my images of the highland coo in the snow are soft.... like any learning experience, you gotta make mistakes, but knowing how to remedy is priceless, tips are well appreciated. Love the Take “GOOD photos” at the end, was that for google?

[@PhotographyOnline]

Hi Brian. Yes we need to emphasise “good” from now on!

[@Salt_Sirens]

I agree Canon 5DSR is king🏆 Its what I use😎

[@PhotographyOnline]

Thaks for sharing

[@markhinds.belfast]

Great Show, ( Sony A99II )

[@PhotographyOnline]

We'll add it to the list Mark. Thanks

[@tanweercaa]

Classic, especially the WILD DIARIES focusing technique was awesome. Your hard work really shines, keep up guys 👍.

[@PhotographyOnline]

Thanks a ton!

[@chrispateman2067]

On the subject of focussing .I bet many people know the famous photo by Dorothea Lang "Migrant Mother " check it out ,she has missed focus by quite a bit .But does it matter ? No of course not the image is so strong we do not notice. Just a thought! I very much enjoy your and show well done

[@PhotographyOnline]

The question is... would the photo be better if it was in focus? If not, then we can do a feature about how to ensure you miss focus every time.

[@tjsinva]

Thanks for the tips. 🥂

[@PhotographyOnline]

Any time!

[@jaydiejaydie6484]

Great Show. I was interested in the focusing tips, but I am a BBF and wondered if it is easy to apply these tips.

[@PhotographyOnline]

Hi Jaydie. All the tips we mentioned work with either the shutter or BBF. Just do whatever you are used to. Thanks for watching.

[@robertlavers1121]

You asked for recommendations for FF comparisons with the Canon 5D SR - try the Pentax K1 Mk II, you could be surprised especially when looking at the dynamic range and when the ISO is raised; Marcus might like the green button, it helps take the guesswork out of manual settings and make sure you use a Pentax star lens for the best quality. I expect Ffordes can find them somewhere.

[@PhotographyOnline]

Thanks for the suggestion Robert - we'll check it out sometime.

[@robertlavers1121]

@@PhotographyOnline Thanks team, who else makes a camera in which you can not only switch the low pass filter on or off but adjust it’s intensity?

[@AndyCurriePhotography]

Fantastic as always but one glaring omission for me! You mentioned the price of the sheet film in the first episode, but there was no indication of the pricing on the Shen Hao field camera or the Schneider lens - might have been useful to show these too (I know, I could have searched Ffordes...) to get an overall idea on pricing at this level. Similarly, the R5/5DSR piece - a price comparison on the lenses may also have been helpful for those on a budget in deciding if the detail in that sign was worth another £800...

[@PhotographyOnline]

Hi Andy. There is little point in giving prices for large format gear as most of it is only available as used, so there is no set price. We try not to give too many prices because they vary so much between countries and we have an international audience. Hope that explains it for you. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment👍

[@PhotographyOnline]

By the way, the price difference between the R5 and the 5Dsr is closer to £3,000 not £800!

[@AndyCurriePhotography]

@@PhotographyOnline I was talking about the lenses, not the bodies, both of which are Canon's and so can only be used by people that like ploughing through menus and who have hands like an Orangutan... I jest of course, as a Nikon user of 40 years...

[@Ian_Walsh]

A great show as always. With regards to the camera comparisons how about printing the images to see how much of a difference there is printed at say A4 A3 and A2

[@PhotographyOnline]

Hi Ian. Thanks for taking the time to comment. The problem with showing prints is that this is KZbin, so we would need to scan the prints to show the difference. It’s easier just to cut out that process and show the digital file. Comparing prints is only relevant if seeing them in person or if testing different print processes against each other. Hope that makes sense.

[@jctedsap]

I love your cute Scottish accent. Terrible to be divided by a common language.

[@AnthonyMarkSchellenberg]

Another camera you could compare for the best detail might be the Nikon z7ii, at 45.7 megapixels. I don't own one (I have a couple nikon dslr's and a nikon z50 crop) but I think the nikon might stand up pretty well against your canon :)

[@PhotographyOnline]

Thanks for the tip. We've already got it on the list, so watch this space.

[@allandavies1187]

Hello Team, I very recently jumped up from the Canon 5D3 to a Canon R5 Mirrorless. I wonder could be possible to teach us in an easy way how to use Focus Peaking? Also! Previously I would have lined - up my affinity marker to improve my sharpness in landscape photography, so could someone explain how we get this with a Mirrorless camera? Great show and I would never miss it!

[@PhotographyOnline]

Hi Allan. Focus peaking can only be used as a basic guide. If you want to focus accurately then don’t rely on focus peaking. It’s a problem with many mirrorless lenses that they are lacking a focus distance scale. Basically there is no way to focus on infinity without actually focusing on something at infinity.

[@markzphotoscom]

Test the Canon against the Nikon D850

[@PhotographyOnline]

Hi Mark. I have done this before and the Nikon didn't fare well. However, it wasn't in ideal test condistions, so maybe we should do that comparison at some point. Thanks for the suggestion.

[@KRiemer]

Great episode. Like always 👌

[@ianhodgetts8266]

gorse bush !takes me back home

[@PhotographyOnline]

Prickly buggers!

[@guyroberts4181]

Another heavily discounted high resolution camera is the Sony a7Rii, and I would be interested to hear your findings on its 42mp bsi sensor v the Canon’s 50mp cmos sensor.

[@PhotographyOnline]

We’ll add it to the list Guy. Thanks for the suggestion.

[@georgepansiol]

awesome contents!

[@PhotographyOnline]

Glad you think so!

[@johnlacey5424]

Great show and i have watched every episode and enjoyed them all and i am wondering if one day you will do a astrophotography film which is my favourite subject and enjoyed your Northern Lights show but i will never see them here down the other end from Scotland so is there any chance in one of your shows to do something on that particular subject please?

[@PhotographyOnline]

Hi John. Thanks for taking the time to comment. We willdo an astrophotography feature at some point, but it's very difficult to film because it has to be done in total darkenss. We'll manage it at some point though. Thanks for watching.

[@brettharrisphotography7463]

Sony A7RIV and Sony A One.

[@PhotographyOnline]

We’ll add them to the list. Thanks for the suggestion

[@Valentascream]

Hi Ruth and team another great show,. I am a Pentax user I have the K3ii and the new K3iii is now out would love it if this could be reviewed if possible I know Canon, Nikon, Sony sometimes takes centre stage but would love your opinions if at all possible best wishes.

[@PhotographyOnline]

Hi Mark, we’ll certainly try to get hold of a Pentax to give it a test run at some point. Thanks for the suggestion.

[@nialoconnellphotography]

On the focusing techniques, using the pump focus can you do this with back button focus or is it better using the shutter focus. Thanks and keep the fantastic content coming.

[@PhotographyOnline]

Hi Nial. None of us use BBF but I think it will work exactly the same. Thanks for watching.

[@shaunbolton5549]

I’d like to see d850 compared to canon

[@PhotographyOnline]

It’s on the list Shaun

[@cdduffy]

Loving the wild diaries, although it's something I don't do wild life is something I love, so having said that has made me think twice about photographing our wild life. Bit late to the party this week sorry guys.💪

[@ipedder68]

With a trip to loch Lomond in July/August I will attempt to get some decent shots 🤞 .

[@PhotographyOnline]

There are some great locations around Loch Lomond, so hopefully you get some.good shots.