The Most "Controversial" Wedding Photography Rules - What Do YOU Think?

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After talking with some wedding photographer friends, I've realized there are a few 'photography rules' that can stir up lots of discussion and disagreement. Today, I'm sharing five of these topics. These are just my opinions based on what works for me in wedding photography. I'm curious to hear your thoughts?
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[@robinte98]

For me your rules are more common sense than controversial and it is sad that some people who seemingly don't know better would argue about that. Sure other photographers might have a different style and might find another way that works, but generally I would say your video is good advice.

[@mjcarneiro]

Trust me, these “rules” are very controversial!! I’ve had discussion with other photographers/friends about that, watched some other photographers work on a wedding day, and also watched other wedding photographers online talk about it- in fact i received an newsletter email last week with a list of things this wedding photographer (she’s on KZbin as well i think) wished she knew when she started out and -I gasped- it was literally the opposite of what i mentioned on my video 😂

[@pedropulido4570]

the tip about group focus is a classic mistake that most photographers do. i've done it myself in the beggining. I now play it even more safe than you do and simply do not go under F4 for group photos!

[@mjcarneiro]

I’ve definitely made this mistake a few times before as well. It’s honestly so easy to not even think about it and get it wrong! 😅

[@РустамГ-р5ь]

хочется сказать от себя. групповое фото бывает разное. если люди стоят на одной линии, то можно снимать и на f 1.2. Если в 2 ряда стоят, то уже от f 2.8 и выше. учитывая , что мы отходим на несколько метров. то должно быть все в фокусе. размывая задний фон , мы выделяем людей и акцентируем на них все внимание.

[@lovesacdc]

Great video. Thanks. I agree with you on all those tips. However a few portraits shot on the Sony 50mm f1.2 would be a nice addition to the 24-70 f2.8.

[@mjcarneiro]

Thank you! :) i have a sigma 50mm f1.4- although I’d say, based on preference and style, i wouldn’t go any lower than f1.4 and, to be honest, I rarely use f1.4, because i shoot in really beautiful places, so why to blur it out?

[@Mel-95]

I agree with everything you've said. Good knowledge. Always helps to hear it from a professional. Thanks.

[@mjcarneiro]

Thank you so much Mel! I have a part 2 of this video coming out soon, would love to hear your thoughts again x

[@sylvainfilteau]

Do you mean a mirrorless instead of a DSLR? It’s a genuine question, how is a mirrorless improves the focusing experience over a DSLR? I liked the video, interesting topics 👌

[@mjcarneiro]

Hii! Mirrorless cameras have good eye and face tracking. When you use continuous autofocus mode, it's hard to miss focus, even with movement. While some DSLRs do have eye and face tracking autofocus, it's not as advanced or reliable as in mirrorless cameras. And if you're using single-point autofocus with a DSLR and either you or the subject moves, it can easily go out of focus. So definitely not as reliable!

[@sylvainfilteau]

@@mjcarneiro thanks for the reply! I guess I have not used my mirrorless camera enough 😂 I’m used to film so I don’t have the same luxuries 😅

[@rgarciap7]

Totally agree. Time and focus matters.

[@mjcarneiro]

Thank you for watching :)

[@PrestonGladd]

Gear does not matter, it just makes it easier. Knowing how to get the results that will make you happy is what matters. If that's shooting on an iPhone in auto mode, so be it. I know plenty of people who have their own wedding shot on everyone else's iPhone, and then everyone shares their photos and videos in one central place, and its a more personalized experience for the couple when they look back. People forget, your not selling photography, you're selling memories.

[@mjcarneiro]

Thanks for sharing your point of view- I definitely know what you mean. I still think that gear matters when you’re charging +3k to document someone’s most special day- not only because of the massive difference on image quality and autofocus, but also the security of having reliable equipment 🤍

[@techheadcentral5472]

Finally, someone who said use av mode 🙌

[@mjcarneiro]

I'll never stop using av mode hahah so handy!

[@zwiemon]

For wildlife photography I use S (or TV on canon) because the animals move quickly Iso is the least of your concerns of it means your image isn't sharp

[@scottwesterman221]

@@mjcarneiroim thinking of starting a portrait/event business but have a small budget to begin and I’m looking at the Sony A6000 series of camera bodies. Would you recommend those or a used full frame DSLR ?

[@mjcarneiro]

@@zwiemon I'm not familiar with wildlife photography, can't tell what makes a good photo 😅but for live event that can be either outdoor or indoor, totally out of our control, with people moving around so much, av mode is definitely the easier I've tried

[@mjcarneiro]

@@scottwesterman221 Umm I'm not familiar with the a6000, I've only had the a6600 (no dual card slots) and the a6700. I can tell that the a6700 is much better in quality and also with the advantage of having dual card slots which I 10000% recommend having if you're going to be using it professionally. The price difference isn't much, and I totally think it's worth the invest, because at the end of the day you'll be getting the money back soon. I do recommend the A7iv more than the other, as it's a good photo and video camera, reliable and a lot more professional - it's more expensive, but again, if you're serious about growing your business, you need to be thinking long term. (you can write it off tax too hehe) ps. I've sold both the a6600 and a6700 because it wasn't nearly as good as the a7iv I hope that helps you make a decision. Have a look at my partner's yt channel, he's talked about all these cameras and tested them out (Gerard Needham)

[@mewtwo34]

I'm glad someone said it! Shooting in a priority mode does not make you a bad photographer, the setting is there for a reason

[@mjcarneiro]

I’ll forever take advantage of it! Why make life complicated

[@AFR0MAMBA]

Do you use 2 camera bodies for weddings?

[@mjcarneiro]

I do!! two a7iv's - at least until the end of portraits. I usually just use one camera body during reception though. I actually talked about that in one of my videos, and explained what cameras and lenses I use for each part of a wedding day. "My Top 3 Lenses for Wedding Photography (Prime and Zoom)" Let me know if you like it :))

[@thedrunkweddingphotographer]

3:27 What's a card slot?

[@mjcarneiro]

Now I’m afraid I’m saying this wrong??!!! (I’m going to use my English-isn’t-my-first-language card now) But I’m referring to the place where we insert the sd card in a digital camera. So dual card slots is the ideal for wedding photographers!

[@thedrunkweddingphotographer]

@@mjcarneiro You're good amiga. Todo bien. I meant it as joke on my part that I don't know what a card slot is because I use 35mm film. A buddy of mine uploaded a similar video but for the 24-70 2.8 and I made the same comment, "what's a 24-70?"

[@chipcurry]

Very nice I agree with everything

[@mjcarneiro]

Thanks for watching 🙂🙏

[@themcblithe.hearts8030]

I found my new favourite KZbinr, I’ll give you a follow as well. I’m a wedding photographer from Canada

[@mjcarneiro]

haaa don't lie to me 🤭🤭 appreciate it!! keen to see your work :)

[@themcblithe.hearts8030]

@@mjcarneiro I love how your contents are in details, thank you for doing this

[@themcblithe.hearts8030]

@@mjcarneiro I followed you on my instagram as well

[@robinbouwmeester4303]

Thanks, I use Manual with auto ISO to control A and S. I’ll try Av mode, I didn’t know that there is minimum shutterspeed setting.

[@mjcarneiro]

Have a try and let me know how it goes! I still use S mode when I want to do slow shutter, etc. And manual mode when using flash, etc. But av mode is life changing. I don't really have to worry about the settings and it's just awesome!

[@NicholasTYS-cd9uy]

Totally agree what you said in this video, especially the last rule! When I shoot with Mirrorless, I'm happy and I know I can rely on it.

[@mjcarneiro]

100% - especially if you're making money out it, having good and reliable gear is an absolute must hey?!

[@DoughBoy2024]

I had a card failure once. And with that said.....I agree with everything you've said. PS: Have you had thought about giving the Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 a try?

[@mjcarneiro]

Oh no, that’s terrible! I hope you had a second card for backup 😮‍💨 I've never considered the 35-150mm, to be honest. I think it might be a bit too big for me. I'm quite happy with my wedding combo: 24-70mm + 85mm. I think it works well 🙂 but maybe in future i can give it a go?! Would be a good idea for a video

[@zwiemon]

The only genre of photography I've seen actively changing the iso is landscape and astro For most other types of shooting auto iso with some exposure compensation is perfect.

[@mjcarneiro]

it's perfectiiiion! why not to take advantage of it right

[@JET34568]

Great video!!!

[@mjcarneiro]

Thanks for watching 💕 i have part 2 coming out this week :)

[@vladimirmandic8726]

Very good tips ,and soo cute voice ,I am your new suber

[@mjcarneiro]

my voice isn't cute, but I appreciate it hahaha thanks :)

[@gerardneedham]

Oh girl you made me happy with this list, AV mode should be the only mode everyone should use!

[@mjcarneiro]

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