Photographing a Great Gray Owl with a new camera setup! A perfect camera/lens to photograph wildlife

[@BrentHall]

That owl was beautiful! Also, congrats on the switch and welcome to the R5 fam, lol. Just in case you didn't already know, my favorite thing about the R5 is setting the M-Fn button to switch from stills to video. One click and your good. Makes filming my wildlife videos so much easier.

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

It really was a gorgeous Owl! The R5 has been great and thanks for the custom buttons tip. I currently use that button to switch between video shooting modes, slow mo to regular, etc. It's worked great so far, but I'll have to try your tip and see how I like it. Thanks again!

[@thomasbednarowski1651]

Great setup. The 100-500L is a stunning lens. Sharp in all range. Light and Compact. Two cons are the aperture that can be too high for some scenarios that will end with high ISO and the 2nd the min focal of 300mm when using teleconverter.

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Thanks for the input! I agree, that aperture can push that ISO up exactly when you don't want it to 🥴

[@jaybeckerich]

Sony a9 200-600G. Also like silent shutter and amazing autofocus as well as 20+fps for flight.

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Now that is a great setup! Can't go wrong there 😁

[@old4004]

Snow on the ground, and sandals on Jimmy's feet. Oh, well, Jimmy said that he was trying to cut down on excess weight. 🤠 Really enjoyed your narrative and, of course, the fall photography was special. Please keep 'em comin'.

[@georgedavall9449]

LMAO 🤣 Seriously, what is up with this dude? At least he has great taste in Lens/ Cameras.

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

🤣🤣 I wasn't expecting the snow. But let's be honest, even if I was, I probably still would have worn the sandals! Thanks so much for your support, I always appreciate it!

[@kenkathie171]

From Powell River BC ..... Just want to say how much we are enjoying your posts. My wife and I are retired and have started photographing and logging birds for eBird. We are amazed and look forward each time we are out in nature finding so many different types of birds. We use the Nikon P950 camera as it will do almost every thing we want to photograph. Like you said just being out in nature is what you like to be doing. We live in an area where we have recorded over 200 different birds and have so much wildlife here to photograph also.

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Thanks so much, I'm so glad you're enjoying the videos, I sure enjoy putting them together! Wow, it sounds like you live in an amazing area for birds and wildlife in general. That's an area I'd love to visit sometime, one of these years I'll make it up there! Thanks again, I wish you a wonderful week and happy birding!

[@allenreams2600]

Great video I thoroughly enjoyed watching. Your camera setup is my dream for the future. Now my camera setup is the Canon D5 MIV with the Canon 100-400 IS II. Due to my age I recently gave up hunting and again started wildlife photography. It is much easier to walk less and sit in blinds at 71. Again being in the outdoor environment and seeing nature to me it’s very inspiring. Now I try to capture a much different trophy in a photo.

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Thanks so much for watching! It's a good setup for sure, I'm thoroughly enjoying it so far. I wish you the best in your photographic endeavors, it's such a wonderful path to head down!

[@anatolimyshlyaev6786]

Thanks for sharing with us about your experience

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Thanks for watching!

[@chadolson5537]

I'm coming to the discussion late. After a lot of prayer, I opted to go from the Canon 80d with a 600mm Sigma lens to the Nikon Z9. For a lens I didn't have a lot of options, but ended up going with an adapted Nikon FX 200-500. It's literally the heaviest combo I could get in. What sets it apart is that I have a consistent aperture of 5.6. I love the 20FPS raw with no rolling shutter and a stacked sensor. I also notice the colors are a lot better than my Canon. If I get noisy images because of high ISO, I run the image through DXO denoise which cleans it up really well. It comes with a Lightroom plugin to make it easy. I really was considering the R5, but dared to go Nikon because how would I ever know what a different brand was like unless I tried it? The controls are much better and intuitive that my Canon ever was. With that being said, it's really hard to get a bad camera and the Nikon was a good choice because I don't trudge through the mountains, at least not yet.

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Thanks for joining the discussion, it's never too late to share your experience! That sounds like a great combo, one I'm not too familiar with. I learned how to use a DSLR on Nikon, and my experience was a bit different than your, hence why I switched to Canon. It really goes to show that each user has different viewpoints and opinions. So many people get so obsessed about names and specific cameras or features that they forget they really are all cameras and for the most part they just do the same thing. After using the combo that I discussed in this video for a while now, it's probably become my favorite combo I've used thus far. Thanks again for sharing your experience and camera setup, I really appreciate it. Good luck in your photo adventures!

[@matches81]

I'm loving my RF 100-500 and the Canon R6 and R7. I'll likely get an R5 someday, but right now this is a hobby and I've spent enough on it. lol I do also have an older used EF 500mm USM IS L MK I as well, but the 100-500 is definitely easier to carry.

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

All of those cameras are great options! I'd love a 500mm prime someday, that's what I'm saving up for next I think 🤔 but I can definitely see why the 100-500 would be a tad easier to carry 😆

[@stefangoldensteinwildlife9929]

Hi Jimmy. Very nice shots of the owl. I really love the pictures. Well done. greets Stefan

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Thanks so much, Stefan, I always appreciate it!

[@jimgsewell]

I use the EF version of the Sigma 150-600 C on my R5 and I am happy with it. I would like to try the RF 100-500 some time.

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

That's good to know, thanks for the input. I think my lens was just ready to give up the ghost as it seemed to worsen as time went on. The 100-500mm is an amazing lens, one of the best I've used.

[@hstein27]

Just found your channel today and subscribed! Wish I had GG Owls near me in Massachusetts but we have plenty of other species. I have the R5 with 100-500 and also picked up the R7. It's a great second body, and due to the reach I have been using it as my main camera quite a bit lately!

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Thanks for following along! Yeah, I wish I had these Owls a tad closer to my area as well, but I don't mind traveling to see them 😁 Sounds like you have some nice gear, good luck out there!

[@six66red14]

Thank you Jimmy for this video and congratulations on your new material. Personally, the subjects to be photographed in good light are still the most difficult to achieve. They are rare, fearful and well hidden in the north of Luxembourg. But we hang on and we progress. Bye and Good photos to All.

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Thank you for watching and for your comments, I always appreciate it! Those always seem to be the hardest subjects to photograph, but like you said, we keep trying and keep progressing, very well said!

[@coeurvision33]

Thank you Jimmy for showing us those very great owls. There are beautifull and inspiring. Finding the good setup is a way. I moved from Canon 5D4 + sigma 150-600mm to an Olympus omd em1 mark3 + 40-150mm f2.8 +converter x2 because of the weight (I prefer a very very light gear), the silent shutter (as you mentionned it) and all the stabilizations capabilities of this body. I also enjoy the fact that on Olympus (now om system) cameras, it's really easy and fast to switch from photo to video shot, this is great ! I'm really happy about this setup. Have a nice day and moments in nature ! 🍀

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Thanks so much for watching and your input! My first camera was an Olympus, such a fun camera! I've heard a lot of people talk about how light and compact they are. Do you find the battery life is comparable to your previous Canon camera?

[@stevemurnan1702]

@@JimmyBreitenstein I've sold my R5 600mm f4 and got an OM-1 and Olympus 150-400. The battery life is about the same between the Canon and Olympus. The OM-1 and lens are so much lighter and more portable than my Canon gear and produce surprisingly good images.

[@chosenbydesign9007]

looking forward to images (more hit rate) with the new wonderful kit.

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

I'm so excited to see what it can do!

[@willparsons32]

Great video 👍👍!! My only qwim is regardless of the brand or length of lens or type of camera body one chooses to photograph wildlife, if the animals/birds aren't there, you're shooting into thin air!

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Thank you! I definitely agree, it's hard to use your gear when there's nothing in front of you to photograph 🥴 That's definitely one of the most difficult parts of wildlife photography, but also a really fun challenge that helps us grow as photographers!

[@willparsons32]

@@JimmyBreitenstein Absolutely!!

[@martynfletcher2054]

Hi Jimmy. Great images and interesting vid as always. My thoughts on kit are similar to yours, but I went down the Sony route. I've been mirrorless for about 7 years, and my big lens is the Sony 200-600mm on a 1.5x crop sensor. The best feature is that the zoom is entirely internal, so when zooming there is no lens extension/movement for the wildlife to spot. Thanks again for all the great content. Look forward to the next vid. Cheers.

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Thanks so much Martyn! That sounds like an awesome setup, especially that lens! Those internal zooms are also nice because you don't get a bunch of debris and moisture getting into the lens each time you zoom in and out 🥴

[@MikeKlarich]

When you said you were just using the R5 for video, I thought it was strange. Strange, because when I bought the R5, I loved it so much I bought my wife the R6 and my 1DXII sat on a shelve until I finally sold it a while back. The resolution is so much better, the files are so much better, the sensor is better in low light. The electronic shutter is amazingly fast and silent. The battery grip allows me to shoot for days. The RF lens lineup is amazing. I could go on and on, Jimmy. Bottom line is you’ll love the mirror less setup. We have the very affordable F11 600mm and 800mm and they are better than I imagined they’d be. The 100-500 is wonderful, the RF600mm F4 of course spectacular. The 15-35mm 2.8, the macro 100 2.8 is great. All of the RF lenses we own are great. Sold all the EF glass to purchase RF glass and couldn’t be more happy. Looking forward to seeing many more of your KZbin videos sharing the experiences of your updated setup. Keep up the good work, Jimmy! You inspire us.

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Thanks so much, I really appreciate you watching and your input! I really am so excited for this new setup, already it's just been so amazing! Now that I have a reliable lens that works for images on the R5, I'm excited to see what it's capable of. Thanks again for your support, I sure appreciate it!

[@sampeep2527]

Hi jimmy great video! I shoot with a Nikon d500 and a 500mm f4 love the combo but recently purchased a z9 with a 500mm f5.6 pf lens which is a more than half the weight of the f4 and it’s like being set free. I am interested in the new Nikon 100-400 but will need to let the wallet heal from the last purchase but I would love to have more variety of focal lengths in one lens to play with thanks for the videos I really enjoy your work. Sam

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Hey Sam, thanks for the comment and feedback, sure appreciate it! That sounds like a great set-up you've got, but I totally understand what you mean about letting the wallet heal a bit. I'm feeling the same way right now after getting this 100-500mm. Best of luck to you out in the field!

[@BobSouthDakota]

Very informative, thank you!

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Thanks for watching!

[@keithmacdonald4805]

Another great video with my bucket list bird the Great Gray Owl. Congratulations on the new lens, a couple of my friends are using that combination and I am sure you are going to love it. I also notice that your images are much better with the new lens and camera. I am a Nikon shooter and like you I have gone lighter, I still shoot with a D500 and a D850. I used to use a 500mm f4 but found it too heavy and have gone to a 500mm PF and a 300 f4 PF, much lighter and almost as good image quality. I would like to go to mirrorless but the only camera that is suitable in Nikon for wildlife is the Z9 and in Canada with tax runs over $8K, a little to rich for me at this time. Thanks for your views on what you think is an ideal outfit, Have a great week.

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Thanks Keith! It's been a great setup so far, can't wait to keep using it over the coming months and years! I haven't used a ton of Nikon, other than the DSLR that I taught myself on. But I know some guys that love their Nikon cameras and glass, it sounds like you have a nice setup! That's a pricey investment to switch to mirrorless. I don't think I could justify the switch if I were in the same boat, just my opinion of course 🤔

[@RogerZoul]

Why to go, Jimmy! I use the same setup. Just wish I had some great grey owls in my area. Love the video! Keep them coming.

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Thanks so much! More Owls would be grand! I have to travel anytime I want to photograph these guys 😁

[@SimonMee]

I use the Tamron 150-600 on my R6 and R7 without any issues. However, I did have a problem with another Tamron lens which I sent back to Tamron for a firmware update. That solved the problem and they did it for free.

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

That's good to know, maybe I'll give that a try as well. Honestly, it didn't used to be an issue, I think I've just put it through so much at this point that it's ready to retire 🤷‍♂️

[@alainmarion8952]

Very nice pictures and videos of the owl! The R5 and 100-500 is my current setup and I bring no other lens in the field. It is built like a tank and has great weather sealing. I am considering adding teleconverters to my kit (probably the 1.4x) but still unsure. Keep making these great videos!

[@wanderland_xyz]

Same here, I love my R5 and 100-500mm! I did a video comparing the 100-500mm + 1.4x TC to the 800mm f/11, if you're interested! kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3KVfaSVgNSIsM0

[@alainmarion8952]

@@wanderland_xyz Thank you for your comment. Your video convinced me to get the 1.4x!

[@wanderland_xyz]

@@alainmarion8952 Haha, I send my sincerest apologies to your wallet. :) It is a handy bit of kit to have, though!

[@alainmarion8952]

@@wanderland_xyz You are right. But if you already own the 100-500 it is cheaper to buy the 1,4x or 2x than the 800 F11

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Thank you for watching and for the input! It's been a great duo so far, it's encouraging to hear that it's your go-to as well. If you do go the teleconverter route, could you please let me know what you think after using them a bit? I used to use the 1.4 III with my old setup but was never really too impressed.

[@richardschmidtke6453]

Always thankful for all the content you share. I also use this combination and am very pleased with it. I just wish it was a little faster than f7.1. I believe the additional weight to achieve F5.6 at the long end would be a nice trade off in my opinion. I still find myself lugging around my prime for those low light situations.

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Thanks Richard! It really is a wonderful setup. 5.6 all around would be amazing, but I do also love how light the whole setup is 😏 especially after my previous setup.

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Ergonomics is huge for me. I didn't want to get into that a ton in this video, but that's one of the main reasons I use Canon over the other brands I've tried.

[@tonyesposito66]

Hi jimmy great video and photos, I spoke to you before about the DX2 it was one of my favourite cameras and also used it over the R5 for many situations, I sold the DX2 for the DX3 and didn't notice a huge difference, I eventually sold that for the R3 and this is now my go to camera with a Canon 600mm F4 MK2 unlike you I don't do much hiking and in the UK with a lot of grey days this set up suits me fine. But I also have the RF100-500 which I love and sometimes when I do need a light day out set up I use this lens on the R5 it's a great set up. As much as I loved the DX series I still think they are superb cameras like you mention I didn't realise just how loud they really are, and I have got so much more wildlife photos close with my mirrorless cameras.

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Hey Tony! It's good to hear from you and hear these updates. I've been wanting to try the R3 for some time now, but haven't had the opportunity yet. I'm glad it sounds like you enjoy it and have had some good success with it. Just curious, how is the difference in image quality compared to the R5? And how does it do in low light compared to something like the 1DXII?

[@tonyesposito66]

@@JimmyBreitenstein Hi Jimmy, I think the R3 is the best ISO performing Canon camera I have ever had, definitely better than the R5 and I would say better than both my DX2 and 3, low light is amazing, I have even shot it at ISO 16,000 with a little noise reduction you can get images that were not possible before, I am sure that stacked sensor has something to do with it. Me personally I have never been a fan of high megapixel cameras, I don't print large and don't do stupid crops, and when you upload to web or social media you can't tell what mp a camera is. I would definitely try an R3 out, you won't be disappointed.

[@peterwilson3495]

Love the photograph of the GGO that is so camouflaged with the tree that his perched out 😳 I’m a wildlife photographer and currently shoot with a Nikon Z6II and Nikon 200-500 lens. A zoom lens is a must have as a wildlife photographer as conditions are constantly changing. A camera’s body ergonomics is also very important to me especially if you are shooting for long hours and under different conditions. I’m waiting as so are many other Nikon photographers for the new 200-600mm lens that is still to be released for the Z mount cameras.

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Thanks! That was a fun picture, it always amazes me how well they blend in! I'm glad you mentioned ergonomics, I should have touched on that in this video. Ergonomics are very important to me as well, that's one of the main reasons I prefer Canon over some of the other cameras I've tried. Thanks again!

[@terryroth2855]

Another great outing, Jimmy. I hope to photograph a Great Gray someday. Your new camera and lens combo looks awesome. If my current Canon and Sigma gear ever wears out, this setup would be high on my list as a replacement. Always look forward to your new videos.👍👍

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Thanks a bunch, Terry! It's been a great setup thus far, I guess we'll see what the future holds 🤔 You'll get your Great Gray, just keep on adventuring!

[@GiuseppeGessa]

Great choice!! Once I discovered mirrorless cameras I changed soon camera, you know, going to the Sony A9 just for the electronic shutter, so zero noise, zero trouble for animals, that it's the most important thing for me. So, welcome in the silent shooting Jimmy

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Thanks so much! That was one of the main reasons I got the R5, that silent shutter is a real game changer for sure!

[@samm8135]

I use the Canon 500 F4 IS II , 100-400 IS II , RF 800 F11 ... R5 & R6..Thinking about the 100-500.., but Canon has a 150-600 F6.3 in the making..:)

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

That's a lot of amazing equipment, still saving up for some new prime glass. One of these days 😁

[@kikakapu1]

Jimmy, thanks for sharing, use a Sony A7Riv and the 200-600mm. Whatever you’re shooting with be happy and be out there.

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Well said! I used to use the Sony a7r2, but couldn't handle the short battery life. But I've heard it's improved vastly since then and is no longer an issue.

[@ForrestWest]

I think for people with a bigger budget the R5 and the rf100-500mm is the way to go. For those on a smaller budget the R7 with the rf100-400mm will give bird and wildlife shooters 640mm field of view in an incredibly lightweight and affordable package with all of the mirrorless features and a few extras specifically for wildlife and macro. I'm loving that combo and I shoot with it everyday.

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Thanks so much for the input! Sounds like a great setup. I'm a huge believer in making the most with what you have. I used a kit camera and lens for quite some time before I upgraded. I'm so grateful for that time, it really taught me to make the most of my gear and think outside the box.

[@jeroenvkr7503]

Nice video! I've recently got my hands on a Canon 7d mark ii with a Tamron 100-400, but I did not like the (lack of) sharpness the lens gave me. So I switched to a Canon 400mm F5.6 L lens, and now I'm very happy with the sharpness. So I gave up versatility/zoom for sharpness and I didn'r regret for a second. So, for me, I'm looking for the best sharpness my budget can buy:).

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Thanks for the input! I feel like sharp results need to be a top priority, I should have touched on that more in the video. My Tamron lens has been great, I feel it's tack sharp up to about 400mm in less than ideal light, but starts to get a bit soft after that unless the light is perfect. For what I paid for it, it did a great job. I'm excited about this new Canon lens, it seems like I haven't taken a soft image with it yet!

[@arieveloo9808]

Hi Jeroenvkr...I had the same setup..7d mark ii with 400mm 5.6 but for 3 years I changed to LUMIX g9 with 100-400mm and I never regret it! It's half of the size and wait and with Buddy and Lens stability the pictures are even better and Sharpe.

[@canonlensesandcameras4425]

i went the sigma route to start with as it is much better over the tamron but in the end when for 100-500

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

The 100-500 really is amazing! I think the Sigma I tested years ago must have been bad or something, it was so ridiculously soft compared to the Tamron, but I've heard so many other people say the opposite.

[@canonlensesandcameras4425]

@@JimmyBreitenstein yes I have tested the tamron and sigma side by side and found the sigma better. especially on mirrorless. I have many videos on my channel showing you this.

[@NateGaffney]

Hey JImmy, big fan of your videos. What dimensions do you make your videos? I noticed they are slightly wide screen. Thanks!

[@davidbirminghamjr.2600]

Now that you are set up with a good camera and lens maybe it's time to look into a good pair of hiking boots. Sandals are for summer. :^)

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

🤣🤣 Now that you mention it, I did just get some new winter boots, but I think the sandals are still good for another month or two 😁

[@tonysvensson8314]

it´s possible to change from stills to video with just one button click (and to have your favourite video set up with that click). Check out Jan Wegeners videos for how to set up your R5 for video.

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Thanks so much! Jan's videos are great, I'll be sure to check that one out. Thanks again!

[@thomastuorto9929]

Maybe (R5/100-500) the best bang for the buck$ right now. Have to look at the over-all system within one's budget. So, budget AF capabilities, native & 3rd party lenses available. Not just wildlife, (although it is better than 50% of my photography). I have to say the new Sony 7R5/200-600 peaks my interest right now that Sony has added Focus Stacking. What would lean me toward the Canon system, being able to use their 1-5x macro &, tilt-shift EF Lenses with the adapter. Although there is probably an adapter that would allow those lenses to be used with the Sony cameras also. Renting or if your local camera store is having a camera manufacture real use trial event going on is great advice. Would you have chosen a 400, 2.8 or 600 f4 lens if budget allowed? I know I would if I had the disposable income to. Very rarely would the fixed focal length be to long. Enjoy your new equipment. Nice photos.

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Thanks so much for the info and input. That Sony camera you mentioned sounds interesting, I'll be honest, I'm horrible when it comes to keeping up with other brands and their gear. I need to get better at that and really look at all the options. I used a Sony for a while and was able to get an adapter for my Canon lenses, I'm sure they have something available. I would love a 400 2.8 prime! I'm saving up for a prime right now, but it'll be a while before I get one 🥴

[@canonlensesandcameras4425]

would love to have you on one of my livestreams if possible

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

That would be fun, I've still never hopped on one before.

[@canonlensesandcameras4425]

@@JimmyBreitenstein my last 2 streams went well i am keen to get a youtuber on if your willing. check out my last stream. If your serious about coming on I would like to arrange it. This can be done via facebook as I do need to send a stream yards link to you so you can join.

[@johnwelch1854]

You are right, what is best for each person out there will vary, and learning, experience, and travel would be more valuable than just getting the most expensive kit, especially in the early and intermediate stages. You have been shooting most of the video over the past few years using the r5 with the tamron 150-600 right? I think the video has always looked really good. You touched on this in the video, but did the eye auto focus work at all with the tamron? Or did you have to always have to use an alternate focusing mode? How would you compare the sharpness of the tamron versus the rf100-500? I have been shooting with the Canon 5d Mark IV and the first-generation Tamron 150-600. For those reading this I will caution the first generation collects so much dust INSIDE the lens and I have not figured out a way to clean it so paying more for the Tamron 150-600 G2 is worth it. Otherwise, I like my combo, and my 5d mark IV dslr body is very good in low light and more than enough for any landscape or portrait photography needs, even at a publishing level. I can see the benefits of mirrorless for wildlife photography though with the eye tracking and video capabilities. Trying to figure out a lens if I switch. What holds me back from switching to mirrorless system is the cost, as the r5 and that lens is a total of $7,000. On the full frame r5 I would be losing the 600 capacity the max aperture is 7.1 which makes me hesitant given all the low light work I do and putting a teleconverter would make it like an f9 lens. What's the highest you feel comfortable pushing ISO on the r5? I am almost wondering if trying the r7 with the 100-500 might be the way to go since it effectively puts the reach at 840mm with the crop sensor while staying at the f 7.1. And last but not least, love the great gray owl shots in this video, and the previous two-part series!

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Hey John, thanks so much for the input and wonderful questions. I'll do my best to answer them all, please remind me if I miss one. I have been using the Tamron on the R5 for nearly 2 years now. At first, it was great, no issues whatsoever. The animal eye detection worked fine and the subject tracking worked well. With more and more use I noticed it started getting slower and slower, the focus couldn't keep up or would stop working altogether. It's at the point where I can barely use them together anymore and it's sad how much content I've had to throw away because it was out of focus. Honestly, I just think the lens has been put through so much, it's just having a hard time now. The sharpness on the Tamron is really good up to about 400mm, but gets pretty soft fairly quickly unless the light is perfect. This model also collects dust on the inside elements, but not nearly as bad as the first model, and I've been in some really dusty places! The R5 is great, I've pushed the ISO to 4000 in some cases, but I generally try not to exceed 2500 in most cases. This is where I'll miss my old setup, the 1DXII is sooo good in low light scenarios and with higher ISO. I hope I got everything, please let me know if you have any other questions!

[@johnwelch1854]

@@JimmyBreitenstein Thanks, those answers are great. I was curious about your extended use of the Tamron with the R5 so that is good feedback. Sounds like if I ever do switch to mirrorless I will have to move on from the tamron lens too. I agree the top of the line canon dslrs have really good low light/high ISO performance too!

[@danielson_9211]

I went with the same R5 100-500 almost went Sony A1 and 200-600 like my sister has but after using it, the menu system drove me nuts and the color off compared to Canon so I had to do some minor adjustments, the animal eye af is awesome on the R5 hard to past up, but hey these cameras these days are incredible if you can't take great shots, it's on you, get more practice practice practice,

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Thanks so much for the input! Both of those camera options and lenses are wonderful, it really does just come down to personal preference. You said it well, it's all about practice and using the camera to the best of its ability.

[@douglasstemke2444]

While I wouldn't ask you to disclose your exact photography location, it would be nice to know generally where you are.

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Thanks for not asking for specifics. Western U.S. is about as specific as I get these days. Thanks for understanding 😊

[@cmeluzzi]

Most hobbyists would have financial constraints, I suppose. I don't think that the majority of us would be completely free to choose the gear. In my case, I was committed to Canon because I already had a Canon camera and some lenses. Switching to another brand that I don't have experience with would be too expensive and risky. I found it interesting that you didn't mention anything about particular features or image quality. Instead, your main worries are usability and portability. Being realistic, wildlife photography is an expensive hobby and most of us would only be able to own average gear and rely on our abilities (which in most cases is enough for great results).

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Thanks so much for the input! I used a kit camera and lens for quite some time until I saved up for the Tamron lens. It's been great for many years but I thought it was time to upgrade. I totally understand the financial burden new camera gear can be, hence why I try to get the most of what I have for as long as possible. You bring up a good point about overall image quality. I really should have touched on that in this video but it was already getting fairly lengthy and I've talked about it in some previous videos. I try to test all the gear I get before I purchase it just so I know that the quality is good. When I can't test it myself, I rely on user reviews and such. But as a full-time photographer, quality is definitely a top priority. Thanks again for the input, I always appreciate it!

[@smiffy5467]

It's a shame Canon never opted to make a 100 or 150-600, I feel sometimes 500mm is just a little short for wildlife.

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

I agree that 500mm can be a bit short at times, especially with smaller critters. Though, I have started taking more images with a zoomed out approach, showing more of the landscape and I really like it

[@keithmcfaul9310]

When I saw the title of this video I immediately thought I am of the opinion that there is no such thing as a "perfect camera and lens" combination for any kind of photography. I started out with a Nikon D7100 and a Sigma 150-600mm Sport lens. This combination served me very well for a while. Then I moved to the Nikon D850 camera body but still used the same lens. Later I upgraded to the Nikon 600mm F/4E lens which in my opinion is somewhat better in various ways than the Sigma and/or the Tamron 150-600mm lenses. I happen to believe that all telephoto lenses are better than zoom lenses. I realize you are probably referring to your opinion of what the "perfect" camera/lens combination is. I understand it is all subjective to each individual. My intention is not to be argumentative but just expressing my opinion.

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

I really appreciate your comment and feedback. I agree with what you said, there really is no perfect camera combination out there. It all depends on the photographer, their priorities and preferences. That was the point I was hoping to make with this video and I hope it came across well. Good luck out there in your own photo adventures!

[@MrKenrwi]

Nobody and I mean nobody hikes in sandals in the woods in snow 😂😂😂😂😂

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

I was waiting for someone to mention the sandals 🤣 Well, I know one crazy guy who does 😏

[@walkietalkietraveller2932]

i wonder how many of us have gone out thinking we can capture nature using an iphone camera ? hahaha

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Yeah, iphone probably not. But maybe an Android 😃

[@geetaayo123]

Camera ke price please please please 🙏

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

I've got links to the gear with prices in the description 😊

[@ulisesdavise8515]

🤣 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘮𝘰𝘴𝘮

[@furiousdoe7779]

Get OM Systems OM-1 lighter … and faster .

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

My very first camera was an Olympus, and what an awesome camera it was! How's the battery life on the OM 1?

[@georgedavall9449]

‘Tammies’ work better on Nikon bodies, sandalfoot, juss sayin…

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

Sandalfoot 😂😂 I can't stop laughing!

[@georgedavall9449]

@@JimmyBreitenstein Glad you have a sense of humor, Jimmy! Appreciate the reply and Count me as a New SUBScriber! 👍👊✌🙂

[@JimmyBreitenstein]

@@georgedavall9449 Sure appreciate it!