The Best And Worst Photo/Video Gear Of 2021

[@RJW998]

Mates near Christmas getting drunk and arguing about camera gear, not sure why it works so well, but I love it every year. Keep it up chaps.

[@DavidDatura]

Yeah, it’s always fun to see these two gradually lose their shit as the video goes on due to the booze.

[@andreasmaier3034]

So true

[@steventhomas231]

My favourite one of the year. Cant believe its been a year since the last one.

[@invictushakil]

Jordan is a L E G E N D!!! Thank you guys for keeping us entertained for all this years, appreciate all your hard work to produce these videos.

[@jasonwhite6408]

I picked up on “there are four lights” right away! Total TNG nerd here!

[@MattAlan01]

This is my favorite video every year. Looking forward to it

[@TouchLifeStudio]

I look forward to this every year. I think it’s the 1st time a pre production camera (Z9) was the best camera of the year.

[@justinveenema]

I rarely comment on YT videos, but…. Oh man, this was great! Reminds me of the dynamic with my guy friends. Y’all have great on-camera personalities and you play off each other so well. I’ve seen your videos before, but this is the one that pushed me to subscribe. Hilarious, fun, informative and enjoyable. Literally spit my coffee out when he said “I f***ing hate it.” Lollllll. Appreciate the honesty!

[@Ildskalli]

As always, it’s a pleasure to watch your end-of-year video. We agree on most picks, too. I love how the Z fc also became an almost runner-up. It was also a great idea to divide the lenses by sensor format.

[@ReclusiveEagle]

Almost? It was a joke because Nikon users think Nikon is the best at everything despite it being a shadow in 2021 for anything other than Z9

[@HasselHaas]

Loved the TNG reference great episode of acting by Patrick Stewart

[@user-kj1yx5sg3g]

so glad there are others who know this. loved it. oh. now I said they also discussed.

[@ironspike171]

This is when i stopped the video and gave my thumbs up (i would give it anyway). There reference is so cool and confirms hes a man of culture 😀

[@niccollsvideo]

Or at least around 40 years old! 😄

[@kissfan1701]

The reference yes, but it was really bad

[@JohnDrummondPhoto]

I'm stopping at 1:25 just to say, I can't wait to see how hammered you guys are by the end. I don't even care who you pick as Camera of the Year. We all know it's the Z9.

[@jordandoucet6887]

I was thinking the same thing

[@Azeemmerchant]

❤️🙌🏼

[@HH60gPaveHawk]

I wasn’t even mad after their argument for it, despite not thinking it’s really all that improved over the a1. It is certainly the biggest leap by a manufacturer in its internal line in many years.

[@crashalot63]

It is such a great thing to wrap up a camera/lens year with Kriss and Jor-duh-n (wasn’t that the name of Superman’s father…???). Thanks for all the great content you have produced during 2021! Have a wonderful Christmas and New year guys!

[@future62]

Holidays don't start until Chris and Jordan get hammered... Thanks guys 👍🙌

[@kbmats]

Oh I love this show! Can't wait for them to talk about my new camera the Sigma fpL

[@kjltube]

Loved the half Russian half Greek accent Chris! One of your best Xmas videos for sure guys! Can’t wait for my Z9!

[@lulo1843]

You guys have great comedic timing. I attribute this to the success you have had over the years. Always fun to watch.

[@extremelydave]

It's always a gas seeing you two make these year end videos. I just wish Levi had let the cameras continue to roll so we would get some hilarious B-roll moments. Well, on to next year!!! Thanks for being here for us boys!!! Mazel Tov!!!

[@danieldougan269]

I appreciated dividing up the lenses by mount.

[@110341]

Yeah that was a good move!

[@samcasey5143]

My favorite KZbin channel, by far! Awesome guys, awesome chemistry! Thanks for the good times!

[@hyttennis]

Loved the Jean Luc Picard interrogation reference!

[@agenericaccount3935]

This always ties GN’s disappointment build for my fave yearly wrapup. 📸

[@kane4013]

Who/what is GN?

[@Adrizzle]

@@kane4013 Gamer's Nexus, he's a pc hardware channel, takes all the worst hardware of the year and builds a pc with it lol

[@kane4013]

@@Adrizzle Oh okay, cheers. I’ll have a look 🤔

[@JanneRanta]

Pentax winner! Dominating the category.

[@tubularificationed]

because Pentax was the ONLY camera this year in this dying-out camera class (DSLR), by definition it is both the BEST as well as the WORST DSLR of 2021. It is Canadian politeness which turns the predicate "the only DSLR" into "the best DSLR" 😉

[@56floorer]

@@tubularificationed let it go buddy

[@jameshogg601]

Can't believe it's that time of the year again already. Cheers to you both

[@ffl1409]

Best annual awards show...period. Try sitting through Academy awards or Emmy for 26 minutes straight.

[@fingersmcginty]

Another year-end tradition, well-served, funny and educational. You two are wonderful hosts. Next year try rum.

[@thomasmbr]

Can only done properly with bourbon!

[@jd_99]

Why not absinthe?

[@foxtowercommunications]

My most anticipated year-end review. Thanks for keep this going guys, and keeping it entertaining. As a former newspaper editor, who dealt with photographers' captions, I have a full appreciation of the lens-jockey's command of spelling. ;)

[@GLXLR]

You guys are awesome. Thank you for having so much fun and taking us for the ride

[@XxXx-ys4bb]

Barely commenting on YT, I want to thank you guys for the great, entertaining content! You are always fun to watch, love your chemistry & humour while presenting technical stuff… Have a merry time & keep on!

[@kalvin.]

That slap by Chris should be included in every DPReview montage going forward

[@MarkBanas]

If it wasn't 10:30 in the morning here, I'd be mixing up a drink just to watch this and laugh along with you. Alas, I just laughed and appreciated the hard work you both put in over 2021.

[@maxdmachy]

Is it possible that some viewers encounter exactly the same most interesting suggestion?

[@MarkBanas]

@@maxdmachy It's a show (& party) about the Pentax K-3 III 😘🌹

[@ScottJWaldron]

"There are four lights" got me, lol!

[@ScrattleGG]

This always gets me in the christmas mood. You guys have amazing chemestry and I would love a spin-off channel of you guys doing some fun photography/videography exploration. Fields you've never tried etc :D

[@ExploreTravelCapture]

The laowa 35 .95 is my favorite lens out of all the lenses I’ve used in the last 4 years lol

[@0action847]

End result is more important than technical ability. My TTartisan 50 0.95 gets used more than my gmaster lenses.

[@itsmrjack_]

Agreed! Bad call Chris!

[@natsukashiiohayo1150]

The cat having the best throne in the house 0:16 is a good indicator that this is going to be stellar great.

[@safemode8598]

By far the best Photo channel on KZbin.

[@balboa0621]

Appreciate that there was still some m43 love

[@OrdinaryFilmmaker]

I think I'd be broken in a big way if I did that many shots. For DSLR, you should have done best DSLR of all time... Given we've seen the last fo the DSLR for most brands, it would be an interesting trip down memory lane. Love the year end video.

[@youknowwho9247]

If you got a people together to discuss "best DSLR ever", all you'd produce is a a bunch of voices telling you every which way that it's the D850. Nobody is ever going to disagree with that choice ever. :D

[@Bayonet1809]

@@youknowwho9247 True, the only way to get a different best is to make different categories for them. Best APS-C DSLR? Perhaps the K3 Mark III would win then, or would the D500 still beat it out?

[@youknowwho9247]

@@Bayonet1809 I might vote 90D actually. It's not as pro-grade as the D500, but it's more versatile.

[@StarskySTARS]

@@youknowwho9247 I have not used the 90D but why do you think it is more versatile? Afaik the D500 does the same things and is way faster.

[@everythingzen2428]

this is so underrated, i wish KZbin would recommend you more. Kudos guys

[@dicksonshafthandler5002]

Chris deserves a beer just for the Star Trek reference alone.

[@linsnowx]

I’m having some financial issues this year so I didn’t buy any gear besides a Godox AD200 for work. Well at least I didn’t have to sell any of my gears to raise money. I haven’t paid as much attention to new gears this year for that reason so I’m a little lost in this video lol. Nevertheless Chris and Jordan I love you guys, through all the years :) Let’s hope we have a much better year in 2022 and maybe I will have a chance to visit Calgary and Camera store

[@benjhaisch]

It’s the most wonderful video of the year 🎶

[@segzeeman7356]

Channel 2&7… thanks for the nostalgia Chris.

[@Chopperbob56]

Fantastic jobs guys!! And could not agree more. Nikon is back !!! Z9 ordered!!!!

[@chu0nthat]

I was waiting for a review of the SX-70 on the coffee table. Bring back the old film camera reviews!

[@jamilabbasy]

Best part was the "I see 4 lights!" Thank you for this moment!

[@pascallachapelle7628]

Love you guys! Don't stop doing this ...So much fun !

[@MJAdams-js7np]

One of my favorites every year!! Cheers guys!!

[@rifz42]

Could you guys do a competition of which brand has the least crappy camera app? Get some photographers who have never used the tether apps and see which one can complete a whole photo shoot with it. shed some light on bad it is.. I hate that camera apps are "free" so they never need to work or be improved, and only come out with a new version that does nothing except support the latest camera model.

[@natealaimo8799]

Just commenting that I love these videos each year. Keep up the good work. Looking forward to all your videos in 2022!

[@origin248]

Am I the only one who is worried about the sub count of this channel - this is by far the most entertaining and informative YT camera channel and it can't even break the 350k mark....WTF?

[@Joelsfilmer]

Not enough drama, click-bait, or shilling for the hype train. That's the way it is on KZbin these days.

[@stuntmonkey00]

Sub count across YT has probably been stagnant for a while. The majority of views on a lot of medium sized channels come from non-subscribers who just ride the algorithm

[@origin248]

@@Joelsfilmer yeah, I fee like they need to do more click-bait....

[@Featherlightstudio]

This has become our annual holiday celebration here at the studio, thanks guys, awesome as always!!

[@frankluo230]

Best content of the year. Whisky popcorn beef jerky, I am ready for the show.

[@frankluo230]

After watching the show, I am left a bit wanting. Best camera worst camera were not nearly as funny as previous years. I guess we have come to an age all new releases have become so competitive. Even the ZFc with 3 supported lenses.

[@jnksgb]

I got the 4 lights reference immediately Captain Jellico

[@bunkermagnus]

I'm with you on the ST_TNG reference Chris, remember that episode so well, Cardassians trying to brainwash Picard, do you feel like you're in the same situation? 😂

[@TheTechnoPilot]

I came down just to comment on that! Was fabulously nerdy! 😜

[@TheTeknikFrik]

The cardassian tried and succeeded, but Picard refused to admit it except later to... Dr Crusher(?) Edit: ...to Troi :)

[@Nico-bc4ir]

Surprised that the Sony 50/1.2 GM wasn't even mentioned. Chris: The TNG-reference makes me wanna marry you. :)

[@Simoneister]

It was mentioned in passing alongside the 14mm f/1.8!

[@Nico-bc4ir]

Well, not honorably mentioned.

[@Tryingtobe_matt]

21:13 best acting award lol this is great guys !

[@denisgehlhaar8902]

Please do this every! This End of Year Celebration of Camera Gear with Chris and Jordan is the best youtube has to offer. For me, you guys are now Legends!

[@Juannic]

I have been looking forward to this video all year long!!

[@jimbolic0809]

You guys make me smile, and that has no value. Thanks! Have a wonderful holiday season, you two! And the camera man.

[@sammyconductor8896]

It is also time for me to say thank you! Without you my new challenge (100s) would not have replaced all my old equipment. It's just a pleasure to see you again and again; all the best and here's to a better 2022!

[@socas_nic]

I burst out laughing "you are just a big fat zero" 🤣 an example of two best friends!

[@stevek6418]

That plea got me. Subscribed, you monster.

[@dansaghin1]

I was waiting for this video, awesome! Love you, guys!

[@MJ_wrighthook]

“There are 4 lights!” Epic!!! 😂

[@acanuck1679]

I really like the work Chris and Jordan do for the rest of us; it is nice to get the skinny on photos from Canucks from the same place as I came from (Alberta--but not Calgary). Thanks, guys.

[@retlod]

"There...are...four...lights!" LOL! Great episode.

[@JennyDarukat]

Always a wintertime highlight, these episodes

[@MrTaco-ei5hl]

Thanks for another great year!! Cheers 🍻

[@dirkstadil8621]

Yay, it's THAT time of the year and there is a best and worst video. Thank you for another year of great reviews. I hope, you do this for a lot more years! Cheers!

[@chryseass.5143]

Jordy-boo?? So sweet!

[@wngimageanddesign9546]

"There are 4 lights!" LOL! Nice reference!

[@Kalua85]

Thank you for the Picard reference! And great video as always.

[@patrickjclarke]

Other than having to tilt my head 2 degrees to compensate for the camera not being level for parts it was entertaining as hell.

[@Jigsaw407]

4:46 I appreciate that you threw in a little Jean-Luc Picard there. :D

[@dimitrisskyhunter9827]

Thank you for the smiles and the laughs. The Zfc part was amazing, I mean it even has a sensor, finally someone aknowledged it!!

[@MudvayneS10]

My lens of the year is the 35mm 1.4 GM :)

[@bmkq2007]

Always love this episode of the year, great contest folks

[@richardc1409]

I love Chris and Jordan’s videos. Informational and fun. Thanks guys!

[@DONNYLAI95]

Being a huge Nikon fan, I’m extremely thrilled to see Nikon’s comeback in the camera game… I don’t know how Jordan and Chris are still able to stay sober and host the show after 10 shots… 😂😂😂 Anyways wish you a very happy new year…

[@mpxz999]

The Fujifilm GFX... $7800 CAD for the body only. Mother of god. If this episode were the price is right, I'd be oh so so wrong. I remember when I thought the Sony A7S was expensive at release! At half that! Inflation is a terrifying thing! But man, you guys rock! I loved this video! I love all your videos! Keep it up in 2022!

[@sudhendrasonawane6459]

Oh my god That slap 😅 Best video of the year

[@markusschmidt6794]

BEST ENTERTAINERS OF THE YEAR IN TECH SHOW 2021 : Jordan and Kriss! 😂👍 Happy 2. Advent guys! 🕯️🕯️

[@Grisildor]

I'm going to be honest. I check ebay frequently for cheap Sigma Fp and FpL in the hopes of catching one that someone rage posted, just because I want to experience the camera for myself... I've considered buying them Chris! They can't be THAT bad!

[@CallMeRabbitzUSVI]

I love my Sigma FP for landscapes, and honestly being so tiny and shooting raw is a godsend for run and gun shooting. It's ISO 6 functionality let's me leave my most of my NDs at home, and I've installed the flip screen mod from Power Cheung so I've fixed the main problem with the camera (It's fixed screen) and now it's one of my favorite cameras I've owned. Just woshed it shot in 4k60fps

[@pottjunge5488]

Thank you for so many good time. Merry Christmas and a happy you year from Germany. You are the best!I See you!

[@dangerpig]

Way to go guys! Another very fun annual tradition!

[@ZacharyPierce0351]

One of my favorite winter traditions!

[@Joamonica]

There are simply not enough thumbs to raise up for this show. Love you guys!!!

[@ulogy]

13:40 Real talk: The K-3iii is absurdly nice to shoot. They really need to get support from Sigma soon though.

[@BrendanEvan]

This is my favorite video from the DPReview team each year. Everyone had better subscribe to ensure we get another one in 2022!

[@Leo-jd2ny]

Z9: The best camera of the year is a pre-production camera??????? I hope we will not be disappointed!!!!!

[@davidalanmedia]

Definitely a like even before I watch it. I look forward to this every year!

[@Schwingi]

Awesome as usual. Thanks a lot, best youtube camera reviewers PERIOD

[@omarknowsphotos]

I literally cannot believe its been a full year since you two have been wrong about the Fuji 50mm F1. Time really does fly

[@esphotography6217]

Very fun video guys!! great new year for you!

[@pop1348]

"They are four lights !!!! " Excellent :p. (Star trek TNG).

[@zakcole2229]

One of your best guys! Hilarious. As a Nikon Z user, pleased to hear the Nikon Z9 was top of the pops!

[@justnoted2995]

Great format.. well done guys

[@doptimist]

I just love this series, great work lads!

[@massawax]

Nobody is better than you guys. Terrific reviews, hilarious and original context. You can do something for your spelling capabilities though.

[@sugardove6075]

Best APSC & FFlenses of the year. Well you knew this was coming... Pentax's new 16-50mm zoom, Pentax new 85mm. Thanks for the begrudging comments about the only, no competition APSC Camera of the year slander...Pentax K3III. To get the correct spelling of your 2021 Annual list, try undoing it.. reference The Guess Who song "Undun"

[@philyoung4804]

Great work and great spilling 😂😂

[@abrooklyngirllinda]

This was my first time watching you guys + I stayed til the end. Pretty funny + entertaining as well as informative! Thanks!