Street Photography with a Telephoto Lens

[@mrcsanselmo]

Tele-foto on streets is like a tabu, so thanks for bringing it to attention and framing it 🙏

[@EYExplore]

It totally is! And I really have no idea why...

[@admiralsquatbar127]

@@EYExplore Some people are just stuck in their ways.

[@Flashback_Jack]

Taboo? My 70-200 is my preferred lens for street photography.

[@IamAW]

I've heard more people say that it's taboo in disagreement to it being taboo, than people actually arguing that it is taboo. The most controversal actual statement I've heard is that it's for pussies because you're excluding interraction (paraphrasing here, but you get the point).

[@ericmeekey7886]

Voyeurism is probably the taboo that photographers want to avoid with telephoto lenses. Getting closer and interacting with a scene and its subject may be a noble attempt at fighting the taboo, but photography and videography will always be voyeristic considering the viewer of the image has zero commitment or obligation with engaging in what they see.

[@dasmohapatramanish]

Lucas is sooo attractive to listen to. Great way of talking and explaining things.

[@EYExplore]

Thank you so much for saying so! :)

[@duanemcclun]

This is the first time I've watched one of your video's and I really enjoyed watching it. After 40 years of taking photographs, my photography has changed. I'm carry smaller and lighter gear AND I'm using a telephoto lens for far away shots. The biggest reason is to avoid confrontations with people on the reason(s) I'm taking photos. It seems in the current world atmosphere more people are suspicious and concerned if their photo is being taken. The telephoto lens helps to eliminate that. Best of luck in your photography journey!! Duane

[@EYExplore]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed it! I can understand your approach, and sometimes I also shoot with telephoto lenses (we have a couple videos on that topic). I also like to shoot wide and close, as you can see. It really depends on my mood, where I am, and what I am going for. :)

[@nore8141]

I’ve seen many videos on street photography and no one has explained themselves like you have. Thank you for another perspective on how to street photography ❤

[@EYExplore]

Thank you so much!! :)

[@stratocactus]

I love street photo KZbin channels in general, but yours is the best, because you explain what you're doing, and why you're doing it. It's like a masterclass from my sofa :)

[@EYExplore]

Thank you so much!! I'm so glad the format works! :)

[@TheCyclingCardio]

Underrated lesson from this video 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@EYExplore]

Thank you!! :)

[@DJFoucher]

I’m really glad that you made this video. I love your view that Street Photography is more a style then focusing on having to use certain gear. Thanks 🙏🏾

[@EYExplore]

Glad you like it! :)

[@tonyhayes9827]

Enjoy all your videos. This was great to see a different perspective. No-one does street with quiet the same ease as you seem to manage. Keep up the good work.

[@EYExplore]

Thank you!! It looks easy, but I always feel like I'm struggling haha. :)

[@callmehank88]

Nice job dealing with what is often a very divisive topic Lukasz. You explained it very well and made a great valid argument. I'm sure some street photo gatekeepers will have something to say but your points were bang on!

[@EYExplore]

I'm expecting it, which is why I just brought it up right from the beginning haha. Glad you liked the video! :)

[@wallywo7392]

Enjoyed this, good to give a different perspective on the use of telephoto. Thanks for all your hard work.

[@EYExplore]

Thank you so much for watching!! :)

[@nikolayproychev1574]

Thanks for the video! It's exactly what I was looking for: more talking about: - what you want to do - how you will do including composition - explanation, tips and tricks etc.. AND THAN SHOOTING... More of the videos that I am hitting are mainly shooting and showing the final results without many explanation and preparation I am also trying to use my Nikon 70-300 4.5-6.3 on the streets but only at daytime because its lowest f/stop 4.5...

[@EYExplore]

Thank you so much!! My goal is to give you an insight into my creative process from gear, the framing, to final shot (except editing, though we do have a few videos on that subject too). And yeah, with the smaller f-stop, it's kinda limited to day time or really bright night scenes, but still a fun lens to use!

[@wolfgangaigner]

I like your videos, not only because of the very good photos but also because you don´t need to have the newest gear. Z6 an 70-200 2,8 with FTZ is a super combo :-) Yesterday i shot a musikvideo with it and my D4 equiped with the normal 24-70 2,8 :-)

[@EYExplore]

Yeah, it's a great combo! And I still have my D4. Glad you're enjoying it too! :)

[@cotron]

Got it, shoot transients with a super telephoto. BTW that cab shot is super sick!

[@EYExplore]

Haha! Thanks, you were there for that one! :)

[@anatomicshutter3975]

Yesss! I've been waiting for this video 🙏🙏🙏💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@EYExplore]

Nice!! Glad to deliver! :)

[@unloadedone]

Thank you for this video. I do street photography and am relatively new and am always told 35mm is a must. Even 20mm was recommended as ideal but no higher than 50mm should be considered for street. This would require me getting very close to the subjects and disrupting the candidness of the shots. Some of the best street photography shots I have taken have been with my 85mm and I would imagine I'd be able to get great results going longer. Also, I'm glad you've dispelled the notion that you must have a small camera as a larger one is somehow evil and will ruin everything. I like my full frame and don't want to be tied down to my crop sensor because somehow bigger cameras are bad. This makes me feel much better about doing street photography the way I prefer so thanks again.

[@EYExplore]

I'm glad I could show you that there are no rules! Only results. Don't every let anyone tell you how to create your art! :)

[@linusfotograf]

To me, wider lenses in the street get too much in the frame. Stuff you don't want like a bike leaning against a railing or a trashcan.

[@unloadedone]

@@linusfotograf yes. It allows for too much distraction along the periphery and your composition must be redone in post via cropping. @eyexplore I could not agree more.

[@andgainingspeed]

Love the longer focal lengths for compression and less distortion. A bit challenging to avoid objects in the foreground in busy places, but with some patience and luck, well worth it.

[@EYExplore]

Definitely well worth it!! :)

[@gavenevans]

Man has been knocking it out of the park lately!! Awesome videos my man, keep it up!

[@EYExplore]

Thank you so much!! :)

[@FacesOfLA]

Really enjoy your videos. Your perception on lenses and photography is by far Jedi mind like

[@EYExplore]

Haha, that is a huge compliment!! :)

[@3082frank]

There were some really great shots...👍

[@EYExplore]

Thank you! :)

[@bernardogalmariniphotograp7213]

Great photos! Congratulations! Most of youtube vides abut street photography just show photos in the streets. To make good photos as you did in this video, it s a different story.

[@EYExplore]

Thank you so much!! We always want to show the process whether the results are good or not! :)

[@robertgorden8066]

I too love using telephotos on street photography. I use MFT to keep it small and light. I am always jealous of people getting to shoot in Tokyo. For me the most photogenic city in the world and safe to shoot in with expensive gear at all hours.

[@EYExplore]

You are very right about the safety factor! I never feel out of place with my camera here. :)

[@TheIrrelevant1]

Hey enjoyed seeing a street video with a telephoto great perspective on how to use it and why they can be great tools!

[@EYExplore]

Thank you so much!! :)

[@nigeldawson8218]

Excellent video. Good perspective on the art and sample photos provide some inspiration. Thanks.

[@EYExplore]

Thank you!! Glad to give you some ideas! :)

[@DidierMOULINPhotography]

Very well done ! All is question of creativity and understanding of perspective clearly explained here. Great!

[@EYExplore]

Thank you so much!! Glad you liked the video! :)

[@enthusemedia8464]

I love this photo @2:48 , amazing composition!

[@EYExplore]

Thank you very much!! :)

[@AnirbanBasu]

Around 8:22, "ishi yaki imo" 🙂! Anyway, nice video and point taken about using longer focal lengths for street photography. Maybe, the f/2.8 is rather useful to keep the ISO low? I wonder how things would turn out with a telephoto lens that is at f/5.6 at the far end of the zoom range but also has an image stabiliser. Got to try one of these days in Ginza!

[@EYExplore]

Definitely with a very long lens having f/2.8 at night is useful because it's much more difficult to rely on slow shutter speeds. But, of course, one can make it work with smaller apertures if needed, it's just not ideal. I think f/5.6 is pushing it but f/4 is still quite viable in a bright city like Tokyo.

[@jagerardi]

4:25- the reflective building on the left with the multi colored vertical sign in front, and the colored lights reflecting in the building's face. That would make a gorgeous shot. Also, I love the photo at 9:32: it tells a helluva story. ..Joe

[@EYExplore]

Yes! Well spotted! It's why I always say sometimes we just need to turn around, haha. I quite like that other image as well. Thank you! :)

[@user-xs3db6ox3q]

I feel like telephoto is the best lens for street photography in Japan where you want to respect one's personal space while in Hong Kong for example, something wide like 35 might be better suited to capture dynamic of the city and its people.

[@EYExplore]

I don't think the location has anything to do with it. I've shot in both cities and don't see how that factors in. It's all about what you want to achieve and different focal lengths allow for different perspectives.

[@hnguyen218]

Good video. Maybe next time u can bring the Ricoh and do a field comparison of shooting wide or telephoto to illustrate the pros/cons from certain distances 👍

[@EYExplore]

Thank you! That's interesting. I'll think about it! :)

[@hurleygreen927]

I APPRECIATE THIS VIDEO, although I'm only shooting with a Nikon DX 55mm-200mm zoom lens: your lens tips are very helpful! THANKS

[@EYExplore]

Thank you! Glad to hear that! :)

[@TaipeiGeek]

Please do a shoot with the 105mm f1.4. Would love to see how the images turned out.

[@EYExplore]

Well, I'll have to rent it. Buying it is a bit pricey. :)

[@TaipeiGeek]

@@EYExplore Yeah, or borrow it from some of your buddies in Tokyo. I'm sure there must be a way for that.

[@blainemarcano]

Thank you man. This is so insightful and I got a great idea with the pre-focusing tip.

[@EYExplore]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@evelic]

Excellent video. Loved your articulated communication. Regards.

[@EYExplore]

Thank you so much! :)

[@wackyislandboysstreetphoto805]

Good job I’ve always used wide lens or wide zooms shooting on the move…but since my stroke I’ve started using a medium telephoto and may try using a larger zoom.

[@EYExplore]

Oh I hope you're doing better! But yes, please don't hesitate to utilize telephoto zoom lenses. When done right you can avoid that distant look and make the photos feel intimate and up-close. :)

[@writerman242]

I used that exact lens for many years. I couldn't agree more with what you say Very good 👏👏👏

[@EYExplore]

Thank you!! :)

[@apertureabroad]

I just moved to Tokyo and was looking for a video on telephoto street photography, so this was a perfect find. Thank you for the content!

[@EYExplore]

Thanks for watching!! :)

[@etiennelinder]

It's a great video. It's more and more common to see people doing street photo with an 85mm and a 70-200mm.

[@EYExplore]

Thanks! I'm glad that's the case. Every lens can be useful!

[@jimmyjazz95]

Great video Lukasz. You got some lovely shots there, nice framing. I'm a big fan of longer lenses for street photography. My go to lens for street is an 85mm. Just works the best for my style.

[@EYExplore]

Thank you very much!! Glad to hear that! :)

[@PhilippMeiners]

Thx for this vid...I'm glad you are one of the persons who share the opinion about doing street with whatever lens you feel comfortable. At the end the photo is good because it's a good photo and not because it was shot with a 35mm prime like everyone tells us cause this is the only way street photography has to be done

[@EYExplore]

I'm glad to hear you appreciate the sentiments! I've dealt with my share of gatekeepers telling me how I should create my art, so I'm glad to encourage others to follow their creative path. :)

[@TheCalvinChronicles]

Thanks for sharing this. I shoot with 24-70 on a crop sensor camera and most of the time I am zoomed in

[@EYExplore]

Awesome!! :)

[@pereirakelvin67]

Bro superb nice composition your shot nail it.

[@EYExplore]

Thanks! :)

[@NildoScoop]

The photo at 2'.35" is awesome.

[@EYExplore]

Thank you so much!! :)

[@bobgiglione9387]

Excellent ideas and execution!

[@EYExplore]

Thank you so much!! :)

[@zackbulatao]

Ive always used a telephoto equivalent for my usual Street Photography (100mm, 170mm)...it keeps the scene undisturbed...organic...

[@EYExplore]

I like that way of looking at it. :)

[@AlanHoey86]

Investing in a AF-P 70-300 for my Z6II soon and was considering experimenting with it for street photography. It may not be as fast as the f2.8 but hoping the high iso performance of the Z6II will help somewhat. Love the photo of the lights reflecting on the cars, great composition!

[@EYExplore]

Thank you! I think it's a great lens as well, especially in the day time. And the bonus is that it's much smaller than the 70-200, which is a plus if you're going to carry it around all day. :)

[@TheNitebinder]

Remember watching photography video on Jason Vong's channel, it was great. Nothing against him, but glad to see you have one also. Great topic.

[@EYExplore]

Thanks! We had a great time making a video together for his channel! :)

[@Rogelio_007]

I'd rather take candid shots with a telephoto rather than using a 35mm and getting the death stare from passers by.

[@EYExplore]

Well, sure. But to me that is no the point of a telephoto lens. I don't get death stairs either day. :)

[@Fedor_Tkachev_Music]

thanks so much!

[@EYExplore]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@MikeKleinsteuber]

Nicely made with some interesting points and nice shots. You can crop too of course and it would be good to compare a cropped version with a wider lens to a telephoto version.

[@EYExplore]

Thanks! The only visible difference would be in the DOF caused by the varying aperture and focal length when zooming in. It would be quite a bit shallower. But the framing/perspective would be the same.

[@MikeKleinsteuber]

@@EYExplore Mmm, not certain about that because when you crop you're magnifying any noise and at some point that becomes unacceptable...

[@EYExplore]

@@MikeKleinsteuber You are correct, noise is another consideration. I don't really pay much attention to noise, so I overlooked that.

[@danw1207]

Nice topic, I never thought of it in this way. I like you videos and the practical way you are explaining what, how and why you are doing it. Unfortunately I don't live in Tokyo. But I guess this is just an easy excuse not to go out and try it in my local town. :) Btw. the shots turned out really well!

[@EYExplore]

Thank you so much!! I'm glad you found the video informative. And I do encourage you to shoot in your town too. With patience and perseverance you will surely find unique creative opportunities!

[@oswald1978]

Gracias por compartir. Thanks for sharing. Greatings from Ecuador.

[@EYExplore]

My pleasure! Thank you for watching! :)

[@svvancouver3307]

Thank you, thank you, thank you for confirming it is ‘okay’ to use telephoto for street photography and gently pushing back on the over used/incorrectly used bokeh thing. Just what I needed to here before pulling the trigger on a 150mm equiv. Beautiful images!

[@EYExplore]

And thank you for your feedback! I'm always glad to know there are like-minded people out there such as yourself! :)

[@colinmelhuish1254]

Really interesting perspective on long lens for street photography. certainly gave me food for thought . Will try it. I think I will prefer this to say small prime lenses. Thanks for posting. Have to ask , you walked around very relaxed with the camera lens set up you wanted , what was in that large backpack , it looked fully packed and appeared heavy :-)

[@EYExplore]

Thank you!! Glad to hear it! Actually, it was not super heavy but I did have a few more lenses in there. :)

[@MehmetUgur]

Thanks for video. I don't like taboos in creative works too! Even though I also mainly use 50mm equivalent prime in streets, recently I have got my 24-120mm equivalent too for streets and it works too :D Just a different style of shooting. I do Street POVs in my channel, I would like to come to Japan and go shooting with you one day. Cheers from Turkey :)

[@EYExplore]

That's great! Taboo is definitely the right word. I don't see why gear should be taboo in anyway. I would love to visit Turkey some day as well! :)

[@mindseyeproductions8798]

In terms of lens compression, I like to think it as (difficult to discern relative distances between objects.)

[@EYExplore]

Yeah, I'd say it's because all the objects telephoto scenes are more less the same distance from the camera, giving the effect that they are relatively near each other.

[@arturspribeiro]

Have you used this lens in other videos? I don't have this lens (it's pretty pricey, even the Sigma and Tamron variants) but would nevertheless be interested to see how you could use it for light trails or during the day. Similarly, if you have the 14-24mm 2.8, I would be interested what type of cool night photos you could take with that one.

[@EYExplore]

I've used it briefly in some other videos, but not for street photography. I also love using the 70-200 for architecture, especially in the day time. I have used it for light trails but found it very difficult to create good compositions with strong leading lines due to the narrow FOV. It could be a fund challenge though. I will certainly use it again in upcoming videos! And the next video I'm working on will feature the 14-28 f/2.8 prominently. :)

[@Protectselfdefence]

I do like to use a telephoto lens occasionally for street but tbh I do feel that you can loose some shots as I often spot things close by and I am often too close to successfully frame the shot & capture the moment with a long lens. At least with a wider lens you can crop the image. But as for using telephoto lenses or any lens for street photography why not ? as long as you get the image you want, great video, really enjoyed watching it, I also really like Saul Leiter work.

[@EYExplore]

Yeah, I totally agree! It's a sacrifice. Thank you!

[@ericmeekey7886]

A second camera, like a Ricoh GR solves that issue.

[@TMM6900]

Finally! Thank you

[@EYExplore]

My pleasure!! A number of people were asking for it, so it was time. I will probably do another similar video about focal length and perspective. Planning to rent to 24-200Z for that one. :)

[@TMM6900]

@@EYExplore you are the best

[@maskretek4099]

Listening to you @ somewhere 2:45 is why I prefer 85 mil prime. Otherwise I would perhaps unconsiously dial to more zoom.

[@EYExplore]

Yes, I've been guilty of this over the years but I've learned to avoid this trap. :)

[@57sapke]

Another great video, thx 👌 I also own the 70-200mm VRii, what is your experience with the FTZ adapter. Did you have to calibrate?

[@EYExplore]

Thanks!! It worked perfeclty for me from day one. Never had any problems with F lenses so far. However, I did learn that you only get 3-axis stabilization with F lenses, and 5-axis with Z lenses. To be honest though, I can't tell the difference in practice. I will probably eventually upgrade this lens as the Z version is considerably lighter, especially when you factor in the adapter. :)

[@57sapke]

@@EYExplore Thanks for informing me. I calibrate my F 70-200mm today and had to correct with minus 6! Other lenses didn't need any correction. (24-70mm 2.8 Tamron, 50mm 1.8 Nikkor, 200-500mm Nikkor)

[@EYExplore]

@@57sapke Wow, that's a big correction! Glad it works though. :)

[@bapitz1987]

Great photos

[@EYExplore]

Thanks!! :)

[@runefagereng6023]

Can you or would you make a video where you analyses Sauls pictures and how he did it, regarding aperture, distance, foreground, background, focus, shutter time....? ;)

[@EYExplore]

That's a fun idea! Actually, the really hard part is finding his work online. It's kinda of rare actually. I have one of his books though, so maybe that would do. :)

[@วัชรจาตุประยูร]

good idea thanks

[@EYExplore]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@SatanSupimpa]

I do that thing of shooting everything with the same focal length, but just because is the only lens I have. A 50mm lens on an aps-c body. I don't even know what's street photography with a wide angle.

[@EYExplore]

Haha, that's a great combo! I used to do the same with my D300 + 50mm 1.8. Such a nice combo! :)

[@TheNitebinder]

I remember photographers Jason Vong and Kenneth Hines, Jr., talking about how they prefer

[@EYExplore]

Yes, I've had a similar conversation with Jason about telephoto lenses as well. :)

[@obscur_yoann]

I really should take out my Takumar 135 f3.5 in the night... I always bring it but used it only once, mostly because I had no IBIS on my body before, and I shoot mostly at night...

[@EYExplore]

Yes!! I used to shoot with a D3 and Nikkor AIS 105mm f/2.5. No IBIS, no AF, yet I got some decent photos (this was 10 years ago, so my skill has also improved immensely). I would say, give it a shot. It's totally doable! :)

[@davejackson2190]

Like the idea very much. Will have to break out my Sigma 70-200 F2.8. A great lens just so damn heavy! 😖

[@EYExplore]

Heavy is good! You get a bonus workout! :)

[@matthieusauriol543]

Do you put ISO on auto mode? Btw I love your videos and how you explain all the technics😎

[@EYExplore]

Thank you so much! Yes, I'm usually keeping ISO on Auto with a Max of 6400-ISO and a minimum shutter set to 1/250, though the minimum only applies on Aperture priority. When I sometimes shoot on Manual the minimum shutter is ignored, but ISO is still on Auto. I only use full Manual when I'm shooting something very specific or on a tripod.

[@matthieusauriol543]

@@EYExplore thanks for your advice man! Wish you a happy new year!

[@EYExplore]

@@matthieusauriol543 Thank you! You too! :)

[@aaaaaaaaa1966]

I continually search for that "compressed composition" and you made me notice it. Also, i need to get a telephoto lens.

[@EYExplore]

Get one! A good low-cost entry into telephoto is an 85mm. They are usually super sharp, light, small, and affordable. :)

[@aaaaaaaaa1966]

@@EYExplore I will. Thanks again :)

[@ToyoteroMundial]

What about with a Panasonic lumix fz80? 60x zoom.

[@EYExplore]

No idea, never tried it! :)

[@nancyk9475]

Good video! What is Evaluative Metering? Thank you

[@EYExplore]

Nikon calls this 'matrix metering'. It refers to the way the camera reads the light and choose exposure settings. :)

[@steven4217]

Telephoto street photography is like a no brainer when you want human subjects because most strangers feel uncomfortable when you are close by aiming a camera in their direction. Distance becomes your friend at that point.

[@EYExplore]

Yeah, partly, but I also do it up close and sure some people change their behavior, but also in many cases people just may me no mind. To me the benefit of telephoto is about composition and perspective. :)

[@steven4217]

@@EYExplore do you ever find that your pictures aren’t as sharp as you’d like because you may use a telephoto over a prime lens? I’m debating on getting a telephoto lens or a prime lens and sometimes people act like telephoto lenses don’t offer crispy sharp images when compared to a prime. What’s your take on that?

[@EYExplore]

@@steven4217 I don't think so. But I also don't look too closely at absolute sharpness. Of course I want my photo in focus, but never really compare lenses. I just don't think it's that important.

[@steven4217]

@@EYExplore thank you for the reply!

[@michaelbailey4164]

@@steven4217 Telephoto is a prime lens.

[@T24596]

I bought a 35mm lens for my crop sensor FUJI recently. For some reason it feels SO weird to shoot at that focal length. Maybe I just have to get used to it a little more and learn how to work with it.

[@EYExplore]

What did you shoot with before?

[@T24596]

@@EYExploreBefore this I've only shot street photography on my iphone as a matter of testing the waters and not spending my budget instantly. I do feel quite a difference tho but I'm sure I just need to get familiar with it since I'm a complete beginner.

[@EYExplore]

@@T24596 Yeah, it just takes time to get used to it. Practice practice practice! :)

[@hautehussey]

I don’t understand why you’d have to use -1.7 to -2 exposure comp for those scenes.

[@EYExplore]

Because if I didn't, they would have been overexposed. The compensation is just relative to the camera's meter (since I'm using Aperture Priority + Auto ISO). In my experience, most cameras really overexpose scenes that have a lot of black in them. All my Nikons have behaved this way over the years.

[@johnadams3038]

I do street photo with my 135 GM and the results are amazing, you can;t do the same with any other lens.

[@EYExplore]

Agreed!! :)

[@carloenix]

Social distancing with a telephoto lens. 😁

[@EYExplore]

:)

[@Project_2501]

Honestly.. i have the strong impression that the mirrorless doesn't quite have "the feel" your D4 has. I know, you explained all the benefits that come along modern technology, but somehow I think your latest images suffer in terms of "style" or don't really translate into what I am used to see from you. Your composition and everything around it is great as always, but it is something to the medium that doesn't really benefit the result in my opinion. I had seen this already when you transitioned from the D3 to the D4 way back in the day, but the difference wasn't that dramatic - but I did indeed notice a bit of change especially in the color scheme and depth of the images. But now from the D4 to the Z6II there is HUGE difference in both regards. The images some how appear more "flat" to me than usual. It's what you talked about in the "iconic" video of you, which we all know and love (which also inspired me to pick up a camera - but enough of the fanboying) anyway, you said that you love your subjects to pop out of the frame and your images really used to have that quality (which I had seen from no other photographer really) and it was amazing. The mirrorless images however just don't deliver that quality. I don't know what causes this and it also seems a bit illogical in regards to optics (there shouldn't be too much of a difference), but yeah.. the difference is there. Maybe it's time for change but... it's not Lukasz Palka anymore..

[@EYExplore]

I think you are seeing a difference in my work, but I don't think the camera has much to do with it. I'm simply evolving in how I shoot. I'm not trying to do the same thing over and over. I'm always looking for new ground. The reason my images used to have that quality of 'pop' is because I ran around shooting everything on that Voigtlander 40mm set to f/2. It made for a shallow DOF, but being a 40mm and shooting it in a zone of about 4-5 meters, the background was only a little bit blurred, giving that amazing 'pop' effect. I still shoot with the 40mm sometimes, but I gravitated away from this technique because I started focusing more on composition, and wanted the background more in focus. Also, I generally photography subjects less directly these days. I'm much more into silhouettes and hints of subjects. Perhaps I'm taking too much influence from Saul Leiter, who's work I've seen a few times at exhibitions in Tokyo and was blown away. I also spent quite some time shooting on 28mm which does not really work well for getting that interesting pop effect. Sometimes, the magic just wears off. Anyway, I really appreciate that you have been a fan of my work for so long that you can even notice these difference over time! Thank you so much!! :)

[@TMM6900]

1:51. Wow that's such a nice car in silver

[@EYExplore]

Fancy ride!! :)

[@steven4217]

Dude you are so fuckin good goddamn lol

[@EYExplore]

:)

[@ucevrim]

do a day time session with a 135mm prime if you want the full saul leiter experience :)

[@EYExplore]

It would be fun to rent the Nikkor 135 DC. I've never used it but sounds interesting! :)

[@iamarunima]

How do you zone focus with nikon z6ii???

[@EYExplore]

With any lens in manual you can zone focus. Dedicated manual lenses have a focus distance gauge on the top of the lens. The camera doesn't really matter for zone focusing. You should watch out video about zone focusing for more info: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIuygoGclLuJjtEsi=mWDlLUgkm4nNm11S

[@abhishekmaitra96]

“If your pictures aren't good enough, you're not close enough” - Robert Capa People have mistaken this line by taking it in literal terms. I guess most of the taboo of shooting streets with telephoto lens originates from the misinterpretation of this quote. In my understanding the closeness is more about involvement with the art and empathetic engagement with the subject than physical closeness.

[@EYExplore]

Yeah, and anyway it's not necessary to take things as gospel from the greats. Sometimes one needs to be close. But some images only work from a distant perspective. So, yeah I agree with you, it's not about closeness in the physical sense, but in the intention. :)

[@abhishekmaitra96]

@@EYExplore Yeah absolutely, I really appreciate your thought process. It inspires to stay original as an artist while learning from others.

[@MrOnetwoseven]

I bought a P1000 to do street from across the street. Averaging about 650 mm on some of the nicer shots. No anxiety disorders are necessary. Just got to try everything as a spy rather than a trickster.

[@EYExplore]

That's a way to do it! :)

[@gleannmhuire]

Nice.

[@EYExplore]

Thanks! :)

[@reverton77]

Can I use f4? Because my telephoto go to f4. Thank you

[@EYExplore]

Yeah, totally! :)

[@reverton77]

@@EYExplore because I am begginer I bought two lens, one 50mm f1.8 and another 70-210mm f4. I use a lot 50mm but I was thinking to try with this one... Just to see. Thank you :) your videos are very good and helpful

[@EYExplore]

@@reverton77 Glad to hear that! Thank you! :)

[@bamsemh1]

Is it possible to do this work again, but in a boring small town? 😬 Too much light in your town 😕 I need to go to Copenhagen for something like that 😬

[@EYExplore]

Sure! Someday when we have the budget to travel out of Japan to make KZbin videos. :)

[@lifetimesofamultiplemediam1003]

Really Nice!… I sometimes use 135mm. 😇

[@EYExplore]

Awesome! I've been wanting to try out a 135mm prime! :)

[@pictalk8041]

i like telephoto lens and I like 3:04

[@EYExplore]

Thank you!! :)

[@garygreenlaw503]

I put the 85mm 1.8 Zeiss onto my a7ii and it hasn't been taken off in 4 months.

[@EYExplore]

Awesome combo! :)

[@louie5258]

The seven dislikes come from the people that don't like telephoto lens

[@EYExplore]

Haha, yeah probably!! :)

[@rhankin555]

I have been shooting for years and I use a Canon70-300 L lens,.,.downside, big, bulky, heavy, and not discrete. Upside....can shoot from a distance..., excellent images....oddly. I still get confronted now and then by people As in , are you taking my photo? And worse!!!!but in general it’s been an excellent Choice. Never was and never could be a “ Bruce Gilden” ....it’s. It the means, ( Gilden excepted) but the results.

[@EYExplore]

Yeah, it's great to use longer lenses. I like all focal lengths and use short ones too, but I don't hesitate to use any tools I have at my disposal. :)

[@straatmoment]

I always use a telelens, why not, see my shots which are more portraits then "street", but hey, breaking the law, what is the law :-)) Streetphotography is so extensively, it's the photo that counts, not the camera, not the lens ! But I know what you mean in your video :-)) By the way, some nice shots here in your video !

[@EYExplore]

Thank you! I totally agree, it's the results that matter! :)

[@berndpape407]

WoW-was für ein Bart 🧔 🧔

[@EYExplore]

Haha, danke!! :)

[@pepitosama4768]

We need a tutorial for the poetry. ;)

[@EYExplore]

Which poetry? My IG captions? :)

[@pepitosama4768]

@@EYExplore Yes sir. I am a big fan. Haha

[@EYExplore]

@@pepitosama4768 Haha, well that is a trade secret!! :)

[@pepitosama4768]

Poetry is a wellspring that flows from the inner being, inebriation and subtle but wonder beauty apreciation. Noctopolis. (Hahaha. Just joking. Great job. ;) )

[@EYExplore]

@@pepitosama4768 Haha I love it! :)

[@HazaraTechnic]

I think you should change logo and channel header name to your own name and your picture.

[@EYExplore]

Nah, we're a team. I also want to feature other people on this channel as well. And ultimately, this channel is tied directly to the business I run with other people, called EYExplore Inc. We provide photo workshops in Tokyo. In fact, soon you will meet some of the other photographers I work with as I want to feature them on this channel. :)

[@HazaraTechnic]

@@EYExplore sounds good. can you bring back chika to the channel?

[@EYExplore]

@@HazaraTechnic Planning on it! :)

[@HazaraTechnic]

@@EYExplore Fantastic news

[@Lorenzo_Melocchi]

Who is Brunello Cucinelli? 😄

[@EYExplore]

I'm not sure what you're referring to. I assume this is some text that ended up in video or one of the photos? Probably related to fashion. :)

[@Lorenzo_Melocchi]

@@EYExplore sorry it's a shop sign i live in Milan Italy but i really never heard about this brand before!

[@andrewelliott4436]

Look at the work of Saul Leiter.

[@EYExplore]

Oh, I am a huge devotee. I've seen two of his exhibitions here in Tokyo. There so many photos that I've never seen anywhere else, not online, not in his books. It was eye-opening. The man was a genius and if I could create 10% of what he did I would be happy with that. :)

[@andrewelliott4436]

@@EYExplore I think that great photographers sometimes create complete worlds that you can visit and spend time in - walk around in even. Saul Leiter's New York is how I'd like the city to be - and in some ways it always will be. If I were ever to be asked for advice about pictures (I'm a retired docs. cameraman - film cameraman) I'd advise people to take up sketching: because it helps you to see clearly - and then you can compose images in your mind, before you pick a camera up. *I believe that O. Winston Link created the same kind of accessible alternative world. My best to you from a very hot GB. A.

[@EYExplore]

@@andrewelliott4436 Taking up sketching is an interesting idea. I used to write a lot of poetry and I think it helps me in a similar way. I think about the things I shoot in a kind of narrative / descriptive / emotional way.

[@andrewelliott4436]

@@EYExplore And writing poetry - I do a little myself - is like meditation: it shuts the mind - chatter down: and it reminds you of things that you had forgotten - or hadn't realised that you knew. *I also think that simple equipment gets rid of techno - clutter and allows you to tune yourself into the events of the day. Must get on with other things. I like what you're doing! A

[@Insomnia_Central_]

Since video bro

[@EYExplore]

Thanks!! :)

[@purbaningrumsasmita]

Hi lukaz i barely recognised you

[@EYExplore]

Haha, thanks to the beard? :)

[@Stargate_Project]

Stop talking, only shoot😂📸💯💯💯

[@EYExplore]

Less blah blah, more click click. LOL :)