Sony A1 & Sony 200-600 First Impressions Part 1 - Alpha One 4k 120fps Footage

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[@4vedas]

I did this particular course with Mark and I would say without hesitation, it was one of the best workshops ever. Mark knows the birds activities so well that we mere mortals get to capture some of these amazing birds. He is a great communicator and it shows in his workshops too! Recommend this to all his fans to visit him, you will love it.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thank you so much!

[@Wildicon19]

Yes I agree I have learned a lot from viewing Mark's videos!

[@curiousart42]

The 200-600 is now on sale everywhere. 100 off. As of the time of this writing.

[@taylorhickman84]

I'm gonna have to fly down to Florida to do one of his courses.

[@christianwetzel1862]

The video title doesn't do the content justice. Don't mind the gear, this is some of the most amazing bird footage I've seen in a long time. Phenomenal.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thank you!

[@epiieq1]

Mark - you are not only an amazing photographer, but your storytelling and explanations are on point! Truly excellent. Thank you!

[@antonoat]

It's about time Sony made you an ambassador Mark for your fantastic photos and film making. Great job, thanks.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks

[@tuckerjeffrey]

Mark, you simply are one of the best photographers I watch on KZbin. Your skills combined with your storytelling is unlike all the rest. I live up here in North Florida in the woods and we have so many birds it is unreal

[@slimphotog]

Your videos are always so educational not just about camera gear and photography technique, but about the animals you photograph.

[@PAULSWorld131]

When i am shooting birds for a whole day, i am happy when i get home with maybe 2 or 3 pretty good and sharp shots. What you deliver is out of this world my friend.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks

[@shooter_ric5722]

YES! Finally! The camera in the right hands haha!

[@emptysuit]

Amazing alliteration:59 seconds in and no one is surprised. It’s just part of the show. Great job as usual!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thank you very much. I tried with that. Glad someone noticed!

[@daveba1999]

I'm really looking forward to this - it'll be great to see the settings you're using on the A1. Mark, your videos are always a great combination of beautiful photography and useful techniques and tips!

[@hallamphoto]

I bet a lot of people have been wondering about this combination. I certainly have been! Looking forward to your thoughts 👍

[@kenlee224]

These are spectacular images and video, but you have made it to another level of enjoyment by adding your amusing and informative narration. Thanks Mark, can't wait for your Part 2.

[@malgosiak123]

Those spoonbills shots at 4:59sec and after are simply out of this world:) The colours are breathtaking! Thank you for sharing with us!

[@michaelhains2291]

A few salty viewers gave the video a thumbs down. They must live miserable lives, finding such uplifting images and footage worth a thumbs down.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Lol

[@michaelhains2291]

@@MarkSmithphotography I may refine my thoughts. A few salty Nikon or Canon users who flagship cameras cannot deliver the quality Mark achieved with the A1 and the 200-600mm lens.

[@markrigg6623]

They're the people who can't afford an alpha 1.

[@NewYorkStreet]

Probably not enough charts and graphs and ovens for them.

[@michaelhains2291]

@@NewYorkStreet Or indoor plants, family pets and family members pulling strange faces, screaming look at me!!!!

[@annemarievangyn6810]

Awesome video! Can’t wait for part 2, I just got the A1 and love what I can do with it. Would like to see a video on how you set yours up!

[@davidburchettephotography6513]

More fantastic images and great video/storytelling. I will definitely be picking up an A1 to go with my 200-600. Thanks for the great content Mark!

[@MrSwaggernaut83]

Jaw on the absolute floor at 12:10, that is incredible both on nature's part and yours to bring it to us all. Kudos!

[@ralphliniado2404]

Great reminder of the time I spent with you a few years ago at this amazing place. Some of my best Spoonbill images for sure. I have had the A1 for a few days. I would describe it as "sticky." It seems to stick to the birds like nothing I have ever shot with before which is fantastic. Getting used to the new menu system is challenging, but early days with the camera is impressive. Nesting time in Florida is great. The birds are so predictable flying back and forth gathering and delivering their nesting material.

[@stephencutajar2548]

WOW, amazing shots, every one of them can easily be an award winner.

[@arielalemany9641]

I don't understand who can't dislike this video lol. Great work!!! I think this is the best video you ever made!!! I love all the pictures you took!!!!

[@JustSamOfficial]

That must be some of the most incredible footage I have ever seen...I still can't believe how clear and vibrant that was...I wish i could afford the A1....Great work Mark as always....Thank!!! PS. So entertaining man!!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks

[@patricksavage8519]

Awesome pictures Mark. Really showcases the A1's potential.

[@andylewis8270]

Another wonderful Video Mark! Congratulations! looking forward to your A1 and 200-600 thoughts and A1 Set up guide.

[@jbaswoll3221]

Wow, Amazing Mark! How can someone give a thumbs down for this video? Keep up the motivating work that you do.

[@lilysgarden1373]

We both love to watch your video. Especially this episode, it seems to tell a story. 👍

[@DavePruett]

Great images and commentary, as always, Mark. Thank you!

[@sunil3135]

Amazing images. Fantastic movie clips. Altogether incredible, 10/10!

[@TheEquineImage]

Great stuff Mark. Always enjoy your skill and enthusiasm.

[@trevtaylor2322]

Mark, I love your vids, they inspire me so much!

[@penorvoll]

I have no new words to say....amazing stuff as always! :)

[@andylevison]

Mark - You do such an outstanding job combining great storytelling with incredible photography!!! I look forward to taking one of your courses.

[@rlast123]

Amazing pictures Mark! Absolute the top!

[@UdeySri]

I’m not in to bird photography, but this is the most beautiful bird photography video I have seen . Loved it ❤️

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks

[@Mike-fs3bv]

Wow Mark those are some amazing shots. The colors out of the A1 look fantastic. The details are amazing as well. Thanks for sharing.

[@B-kl8vj]

Incredible photos and video! Amazing work.

[@glennryan2829]

Was at this site with you in 2019 and I highly recommend that workshop to everyone.!!! Great memories and pics that I will cherish forever.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

That’s awesome and thanks!

[@JohnnySantoso]

I'm speechless, simply one of the best Birding photography, congratulations.!!

[@andreas7278]

7:40: "I would even go so far as to say that this bird is really showing off." - That sentence made my day :-) Absolutely stunning video, very nice to see good content instead of just specs (which most already know anyways or can easily look up), please keep more practical videos coming

[@denault3985]

Those colorful birds...great work once again, Mark!

[@bodro.photography]

Just awesome!! Tnx so much for sharing! Can’t wait for the follow up!

[@yodawok]

Perfect timing.. I'm getting this gear today... btw Mark... you are dong a great job thank you.

[@rauldeandrade]

Best video yet. You kept me smiling all the way through the video. Thanks Mark

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks

[@FindingGoodDealsReviews]

wow! another amazing content i can't say enough how amazing you are on what you do!

[@forrestgalt2832]

Awesome and usual Mark! Very well done. Thank you!

[@rockyrock104]

Love the way you tell a story through your photographs!!

[@MsPernickety]

Wonderful images. Can't wait for the next one and your feedback abougt the Sony A1.

[@ronnyolsson2802]

Looking forward to seeing this. really like your videos and how you tell your story regardless of equipment :) reminder set Cheers Ronny

[@smkunder1]

Another awesome video, you are so talented!

[@Coreyvallephoto]

Amazing work. You’ve definitely helped me realized how much I truly love wildlife photography & using the Sony system has been wonderful. So thank you for that.

[@danielsands4566]

Incredible images Mark - you da Man!

[@curtmorgan]

Mark, I think that I have watched most of your videos and have appreciated your great help. It has been so good to have a fellow bird photog guiding me along while I take the same journey in switching to SONY. This time I used your A9 set-up vid as a guide for the A1 setup. I hope that you could do an A1 set-up for bird photography AND video. I am about to go to High Island Texas for a hopeful bird fallout next week. I will be using the A1, with the 200-600.

[@danzbeard]

Your voice and commentary remind me of the classic surf films I used to watch back in the day. Also, epic captures. Cheers

[@stevebrozic4610]

Beautiful, I really enjoyed this NATURE DOCUMENTARY.... it’s nice to knowing the equipment being used , in my opinion the subject matter and your ability to successfully take us along with you in your experiences out wiegh the gear every time ... thank you MARK

[@omnymisa]

Mark just the joy you put in the video makes it very pleasant to watch, great job!

[@streetphotography.globetro7744]

Excellent pictures and video, Congrats !!!

[@charlesnichson260]

First let me say thank you. This was a fantastic, informative and excellent showing of a great camera and lense.

[@kevincarolan7146]

Amazing images Mark looks a great setup.

[@ilesmic]

Your story telling along with the fantastic photos makes you one of my favorite photographer out there- Great Job and keep it up

[@jasonmcguire5206]

Incredible photography, as always!

[@garykuiken6191]

One word, exceptional!!!

[@JM-le3wn]

can't wait to see your final review

[@lilysgarden1373]

Awesome video again! We like your interesting explanation of the birds actions.

[@bloodmoney88]

I recently bought the 200-600, so I was particularly interested to see your content. I haven't yet taken it into the field mostly due the times we are living in. Your video inspired me to try harder to get out & capture some of the wild things near by me. Thanks for your efforts.

[@aminkhalifa8089]

Mark, Another lovely video with the spectacular coloring of the Spoonbills. A couple of your shots of them coming straight in with he blue background are frame-able! I'm hoping my A1 arrives soon and looking forward to your review of the rig you used, i can already see from your shots that it will be quite positive.

[@idontwantacallsign]

Awesome video and photos. Thanks for sharing the beautiful photos and making it to a story. Greetings from Denmark

[@chrisjmiller6]

Incredible footage, Mark.

[@parmanduke]

Amazing footage. Thank you for this

[@leod1671]

Great job with the story telling. Really enjoyed it.

[@stevearita3267]

Your Pictures & Videos were simply Mind Blowing Awesome!

[@kathleenj.daniel1693]

All of your images and your storytelling are wonderful but that blue heron shot is just breathtaking!

[@fuchsroehre]

Awesome! Keep up that fantastic work!

[@studio_guing]

awesomeness!! thank you...i feel the excitement of the day!

[@malcolmyates7087]

Absolutely stunning Mark 👌

[@marksummers5504]

It’s nice to see you are enjoying the Sony gear. I’ve been using the 200-600mm for the past year, but haven’t quite made the move to the a1. Great video

[@papanpal3208]

As usual, sir you never disappoint anyone and here in my case also. Eagerly waited for this video sir and after watching it, feeling very much satisfied with your those really amazing incredible shots. Never tired to see them. Sir please make more videos like this. Stay safe. Love from India sir 🇮🇳.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thank you!

[@jonnyfez]

Awesome Mark. Great stuff.

[@DennisJacobsenWildlife]

Nice footage! :) i love the a1 - 200-600 combo and use it as my after work "walk around" set :) the more planned trips i bring the GM600

[@baltmin]

Hi Mark, thank you for the excellent video. I can't wait for your A1 review and also about the settings you propose for BIF with this camera. I have already ordered the sony 200-600 and I'm planning to buy the A1 also (depending on your comments). I have the a7RIV at the moment and use the settings you proposed in one of your videos.

[@CharlotteSavely]

Mark, you are the Bob Ross of photography. So calming to watch.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@michaeldominic6108]

Amazing footage! Beautiful

[@CaliforniaPhotographySchool]

WTH gives thumbsdown ? This is a brilliant video with so much info, a joy to watch. Thanks again, Mark.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks

[@xavidub]

Incredible photography as always Mark. These videos work perfectly well for people who have no interest in cameras as well, which is a testament to how good they are. I still think that the location/weather/your skill is 95% of the shots, but your point about high frame rate and composition is well made.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks

[@eddymatuod]

Awesomeness all...stills and videos. Thanks for sharing.

[@okd1000]

Will be online.. Excited. 😀

[@erwinargyle264]

Can’t wait to get this kit.

[@tobienortje4489]

Magnificent Mark. You’re an artist. Great video and pics.

[@Wildlife__shorts]

Hey Mark, your work is Amazing and Inspiring.

[@ItsPinecone_911]

Wow, increadble shots.

[@CamillaI]

Well great first use video certainly looked like you had a lot of fun with it ! The video is amazing quality of course, looking forward to the next it is better obviously with the 600 f4 !

[@MarkSmithphotography]

You know it but the 200-600 has the quick throw for zoom in video.

[@CamillaI]

@@MarkSmithphotography Yes great to have the flexibility, still getting used to the video I shot at 4k 100 fps still experimenting with the A1 though !

[@NikCan66]

Great review and looking forward to part 2

[@solar-e-bike-touring-europe]

The channel with the best footage of all the wildlife channels.

[@timdriman4253]

Greetings from Africa again Mark.... Great job.... Really looking forward to you critique of the A1 and both lenses.... Awesome, as usual. Thank, and take care. Tim

[@thommyturtle29]

Best bird pics I ever saw! Kudos bro!

[@grhmbl]

wow, amazing, Mark!

[@crishamilton6893]

Hi Mark. Loved this video, your stills and your commentary. Just got my a1 and will be giving it a workout tomorrow with the 200-600. I am hoping you do a video going over the way you set up your camera, as you did for the a9 and r7IV. Also, I'd also like to know more about your settings doing video. Thanks. Keep up the great work.

[@michaelwallwork7482]

Just stunning photos and video. You're a great photographer 👍

[@dr.josephvarghese4055]

I've been following your channel ever since I bought my a9 with 200-600. Your method of story telling has evolved and is now so smooth and captivating. Great job! I like the way you don't particularly push the A1 throughout the video. I'd have liked to see the EXIF for more of your amazing shots, though, and also more info about the video settings you used for the capturing the videos.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks. I only overlay the metadata on the first shot in a series. Every shot after would be the same. I’m not sure how to get the meta data from the video.

[@shotsbyscott6243]

Awesome video Mark! Your photography and videos are the best I have seen. Also, thanks for the great conversations and helping me with photography. I learn a lot from your videos how I can improve my photography. I have been a couple more times and the action has been very good. I took your son's advice and was able to remotely control my GoPro with my iPhone. I have some interesting videos that I may share. Thanks again, Scott

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks for the kind words! Can’t wait to see the footage!

[@alexanderoguguo1912]

An A1 footage again! Thanks MARK

[@damirgovorcin2771]

Wonderful video and images Mark!

[@naturealbums]

What an awesome combination excellent skill and from what I've just seen one of the most amazing cameras. The details captured and not just one lucky shot but straight one after the other a whole string and series of them! well done man! I see why it's so expensive hope the tech trickles down the chain into the future cameras.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

It will