The Only TWO lenses you'll ever need for landscape photography

[@ArteUltra1195]

This guy is a born presenter, he probably could sell me a fridge in antarctica

[@mikesphotography]

Hahaha! Best comment ever!! And if you are ever after a new fridge, let me know! 🤔😆 Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@stephenwoodburn2970]

Also, I just emailed 6600 of my closest friends and told them to subscribe so you could get a little KZbin bling. When that happens, it will be one of the most deserved I have seen awarded. Your consistency and quality of videos throughout the years has been fantastic. I hope it happens soon, brother.

[@mikesphotography]

Haha!! Your dedication to the cause will not go unnoticed!! 😆 Hopefully it won't be too long before I get to 100K!! Got lots more ideas for videos so I am not slowing down any time soon!! Thanks for all of the support over the years dude! 😁👍

[@duaneromanell3431]

Have the 35-150mm Tamron, and it's on my Sony 90% of the time. Beautiful lens, with just enough reach. Tack sharp.

[@medor6635]

Love this video because I just came to the conclusion that two lenses are good enough to make you more creative. I went through every expensive Sony GM lens you can think of.. until last year when I shot the best landscape photo I’ve took with a Tamron zoom lens, it completely changed my perspective about Cheap good quality VS expensive. Thanks for the video!

[@mikesphotography]

It's fantastic that Tamron are able to get the quality they do with their lenses. They do feel slightly cheaper than the G-masters, but they are also so much lighter!! Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@cristirenault]

Oh, another really useful video! I fully agree with you, but I have to be honest, I am covered from 15 to 500mm focal length. 15-35 f2.8, 24-105 f4, 85mm f1.2 for portraits, 100mm f2,8 macro, 70-200 f2.8 and 100-500mm for wildlife.

[@mikesphotography]

No worries. This is the great thing with photography so many ways to customise our setups!! Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@petemellows]

I used a Sigma 50-500mm for a few years. Basically just kept it on the body the whole time. Quality suffers over 450mm, but great for quick zoom comps. An excellent choice for scouting locations.

[@gordon9177]

good to know man. thank you for the info.

[@artistjoh]

Another way to approach this is to go MFT and then a four lens kit is very doable - 12-35 and 35-100 f2.8's from Lumix, the 100-400 from Olympus, and the 7.5mm f2 from Laowa suits me. I also have Sony full frame but lens size means I choose MFT 90% of the time.

[@youuuuuuuuuuutube]

That 50-400mm lens is phenomenal. A bit surprised that few people are talking about it.

[@mikesphotography]

I know!! I've been waiting for a lens like this for so long ... and I was really surprised by the sharpness and IQ. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@iraabramson3825]

I use my Tamron 18-400 . Love it

[@trevorfentiman5283]

Find I am now using a new Tamron 18-300 as a one lens system which covers all I need plus it’s a very close focus and sharp

[@mikesphotography]

Nice!! It's so liberating when you have one lens for all, then it's a case of purely focussing on your art! 😁👍

[@davidlopanful]

For what I call everyday photography I use my a6500 and the sony 18-135. For wide or landscape photography I use a a6000 with a sony 10-18mm f4. Most of my photography I travel the world shooting total solar eclipses with a nikon d-750 with a nikon 200mm-500mm, that I probably replace at some point simply because it weighs so damn much. thanks for the tip about the tamron 50-400.

[@borisov1024]

I am in no means a professional photographer but for my needs a camera with 70-200 and a smart phone is a perfect combo.

[@mikesphotography]

Nice!! When the light is good, a camera phone can capture some great shots and with the wide angle options they now have, it is getting even better!! Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@johndwilliams]

Timely video for me, Mike. Due to arthritis in my back, I had been thinking of going towards primes as they're lighter. But then I'll carry more lenses! I have my Tamron 28-200 and sometime I'll pick up something wider again. Sometimes we just need to get 'permission' from someone like yourself to make these changes. BTW, you were right about using the 'zebras'.Tried it again and works great for exposure.

[@mikesphotography]

Ah man, life catches up with us all in the end. I have some mild aches and pains but I bet arthritis in your back is on another level. I think the 28-200mm is a perfect lens for you, which is great as you have it already. It is around 500g and would be the lightest option with the best reach for something of that weight. Great to hear zebras are working for you as well. 😀 As always thanks for watching 😁👍

[@Kexchoklad373]

Great points! I've found that going lightweight with cameras and lenses allows me to shoot more comfortably over a longer stretch of time, which might be the most important factor for me personally. This is especially important on longer hikes when I need to carry other supplies as well (I live in a rural part of Sweden, and the best locations to shoot require days of hiking on foot). I'll gladly sacrifice a little bit of potential image quality in order to get the shots I want. It's all about making the right compromises, after all. So I opted for an approach similar to yours: A Nikon Z50 (APS-C) with the 16-50 and 50-250 mm kit lenses. The total weight, battery included, comes out at about 940 grammes. The setup covers a 24-375 mm focal length (FF equivalent). It's also VERY compact, taking up little space in my bags. The 16-50 mm lens in particular looks like a little toy lens haha. And whilst not being properly weather sealed (this can be a HUGE factor to consider), I've had no issues shooting in fairly heavy snowfall (= wet gear) on multiple occasions. It is still a compromise, though, and I have at times wished for better low-light performance, specifically when shooting northern lights (the 16-50mm lens is at best an f/3.5 lens at 16 mm). This is where clever software and post-processing comes into play: I've used DxO PureRaw 3 as of lately to remove noise with mostly great results. And as such I can sort of work around the limitations of my lens setup. To summarise: (1) Weight/portability, (2) Clever post-processing to manage compromises made for (1). I'm sorry about the wall of text, it came out a little longer than expected. Happy Easter! :)

[@mikesphotography]

Haha! No worries Carl. Great to hear about your experiences! With photography it is all about those compromises, and it sounds like you have it sorted for the places you hike to. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@jimbruton9482]

Interesting discussion Mike and I'm sure everyone has their ideal choices. I shoot Canon so for me my 2 lens setup would be a 24-105mm and 100-500mm zooms. That said I love my 16-35 mm wide angle so I might have to take it, ditch the 24-105, and maybe bring a 50 mm prime for a 3 lens carry. Or instead of the 50, a 100mm macro -just in case you want some closeups of something along the trail.

[@mikesphotography]

So many choices Jim!! If I could afford it, I'd have every single lens out there! 😆 The great thing with photography is that we have all of these different options, so it is unbelievably customisable! ... and it is always good to have a 50mm prime hidden in the bag! Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@sk.visuals]

Thank you so much for this amazing video. I love your shots, especially when you cut from location to another. Indeed you are a great story teller and I am hoping to be like that one day.

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks so much for your kind words Salar! I have a lot of fun writing, filming and editing these videos, coming up with different ways to be creative with cuts and angles is alot of fun ... and hearing you like them motivates me to make more! 😁👍

[@findermanimages]

Been there too often! Not only did I fail miserably to get a decent photo, but I also ended up with lots of dust on the sensor due to faffing around too much with different lenses. I now have two set ups: Fuji X-Pro2 and 2 primes (18mm & 35mm) for arty farty stuff and the Fuji X-H1 with 2 zooms (18-55mm & 55-200mm). I find this gives me everything I need for what I shoot and how I shoot. Great video and bang on the money 👍🏼

[@mikesphotography]

You gotta have at least one prime for the arty farty stuff!! 😆 It is so easy to overdose on kit and I still do it sometimes today, although with this setup I am less inclined to pack those "just in case" lenses!! As always thanks for watching dude 😁👍

[@jamesmlodynia8757]

When I go for a few days I pack two camera bodies and a three lens set up.most times I travel to places like Cape cod or the southern coast of Maine. A wide zoom 14-30 0r 16-30 or so, a 20-70. Or 16-55 both 2.8 an a telephoto zoom of witch I have a few to choose from depending upon the camera that I take, Fujifilm, Pentax. Nikon or Panasonic

[@rayl801]

For my Canon R5 body, my coverall lens setup is the Canon ef 16-35 f4L IS (with adapter), Tamron ef 35-150 IS (with adapter), and Canon rf 100-500L IS. However, the lens that stay on this body the most is definitely The Tamron 35-150 F/2.8 - 4 lens (great size, weight, speed and sharpness).

[@onikaimu]

Great video, Mike. I own that 28-200 and love it. It is on my camera 95% of the time, and then the G100-400. Tamron makes some great lenses right now and for half or less of the price of a G. Stay safe and warm.

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks very much Lance! The 28-200mm is a fantastic all rounder isn't it!! Part of me wants to sell it now I have the 50-400mm, but there is another part of me that won't let that happen too soon!! 😆 As always thanks for watching 😁👍

[@garybrown9719]

I like the Olympus 12-200mm (24-400mm)

[@philipcolumbus3054]

I couldn’t agree more about checking your history. On a 2019 trip to Italy with a Sony a6000, the two kit lenses, and a Sigma 16 mm f1.4, I had just about everything covered. Going back in 2022 (damned COVID!), I looked at what focal lengths I actually used in 2019. Checking Lightroom Classic, I found most of my shots were in the 16mm to 70mm range. Only about 10% of the photos were shot over 100mm. For our 2022 trip, I took two Tamron lenses the 17-28 and 28-75. Both were f 2.8 lenses as I wanted my indoor shots at a relatively fast shutter speed. It was great. On a cruise where most shots were outdoors, I took the Tamron 17-28 and 28-200. Once again, I tried to minimize weight. If we are driving somewhere, I will bring a lot of extra lenses but what I carry daily is usually limited to one or two lenses. I try to fit the kit (cute, huh?) to what I plan to shoot. Thanks to your good advice, I can travel without looking like I need a pack mule with me. Great advice as always.

[@mikesphotography]

Great to hear about your experiences Phillip. It can be quite the eye opener when you look back at what you have used mostly. I try to do it at least once a year and sometimes what I thought I shot with is very different to what I actually used!! Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@rogerlush3344]

I have 3 lenses, and am happy with them, all Canon Ef/L 17-40 24-105 & 70-200, all purchsed 2nd hand, I use the 24-105 most of the time because it is just so versatile and gives great results.

[@mikesphotography]

Great to hear Roger! Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@kippwhyte1230]

I use the 20-70 F4, the 70-200 F2.8, and a 2X teleconverter.

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks for sharing your lens combo Kipp. 😁👍

[@RileyJohnson37]

I have a 3 lens setup in my bag normal bag. They're super sharp and lighter weight than my old kit so I don't mind as much having to carry one extra lens. However, I do need a bigger bag since the 100-400 takes up a bit of room up top, outside of the camera storage module. I also completely agree with your comments on the Ultrawide Angle lenses. They require a very technical eye and get very little use in normal landscape. I've used mine more with architectural shots. I just keep mine in the bag since it's so small and I'd hate to miss the shot where I do want it. The 100-400 would need to be up in the top of the bag anyways... My go to kit below and the old kit as well. I of course have other lenses too, but these are and were the workhorses. Nikon Z7II 14-30/4 24-70/4 100-400/4.5-5.6 I used to carry the old "Trinity" in one slight variation with an 80-200/2.8d instead of 70-200. But it was heavy to carry all of this. Nikon D810 14-24/2.8 24-70/2.8 80-200/2.8 My take to work every day bag (I work in IT). These are all small enough to be in my messenger laptop bag. The 18-55 is redundant, but I prefer it on the camera when in between 18-55 vs the 18-300 for sharpness and better aperture. Fuji X-E3 Fuji 10-24/4 Fuji 18-55/2.8-4 Tamron 18-300

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks for sharing Riley. It's good to hear about your setup and how you use it. This is the great thing with photography, so many different ways to get the same result with so many different setups. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@Interbeing_CDN]

Thanks for sharing Mike. At one time I went from carrying multiple faster primes to 24-120 f/4 and 100-400 f/4.5-5.6 lenses and I was initially quite pleased with the kit combo, however, I found that I really didn't shoot much at the 400mm end, and missed the faster aperture frequently as I find higher apertures flatten the image, which is not always a desirable effect in certain compositions. I now have two separate kits, depending on where I am shooting. If I am going to be in more open areas, and think I may need the extra length, I shoot with my Nikon Z trilogy lenses and a 1.4x tele and I find a three lens combo worth the extra weight. If I have something more specific in mind, and know I can get away with shorter focal lengths, I shoot a GFX 100S with a 20-24mm f/4 zoom, 45mm f/2.8, and 110mm f/2 kit. The extra resolution of the GFX allows for quite aggressive cropping without too much extra noise or IQ loss, and the DR of the medium format is exceptional. I use a wide angle lens frequently, especially with more environmental shots. If out hiking, or just out walking about with nothing specific in mind, I have used a 24-200mm f/4-6.3 on a small body, and found it to be a good compromise to gain the smaller size and weight. There may not be a perfect kit, just a kit that is better for one type of shooting genre and style of shooting over another. Just my two cents. Happy Shooting!

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts Todd! Great to hear about your different setups and how you use them. Photography is all about compromises and you're completely right in saying that the best way is to have different setups for different scenarios. When I do the odd corporate shoot or family party shoot (which I always get asked to do! 😆🙈), my setup is very different to what I go out in the field with, and then for astrophotography, this changes again... and I definitely think you can never have enough camera gear!! 😆 Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@liljoe23la]

I have fallen in love with my sony 70-200 gm ii. I use it for abstracts and picking out intimate scenes. I often carry a 2x teleconverter as well but i noticed the sharpness in the corners are horrible and its quite a hassle attaching/detaching from my lens. That 50-400 looks very pleasing! BTW Looking forward to you hitting 100k subs very soon!!!!

[@RandumbTech]

Have you tried out a different 2x tc? Mine does not suffer in the corners.

[@liljoe23la]

@@RandumbTech Good to know! I haven't tried another one, I'm guessing I got a bad copy

[@mikesphotography]

The 70-200mm GM is a fantastic lens isn't it.ive used it a few times on some MTB events and I love the look. I think like with lenses, televonverters can be quite hit and miss. It might be worth seeing if you can send it off to get calibrated. I did that with a Canon lens years ago and it turned it into a fantastic lens. 100k here we come!! 😆 Thanks very much for watching 😁👍

[@liljoe23la]

@@mikesphotography Ahhh thanks for the tip. I'll look into it! Yes the GM is so beautiful. I've even used it for weddings and my clients are happy

[@Fotogoscar]

I shoot with Sony 24-105G, 100-400 and Batis Zeiss 18mm. They all fit nicely in my bag.

[@charlesandaloro7709]

Mike I’ve used exact the same kit for awhile and happy with it.

[@mikesphotography]

Great to hear Charles, it's a fantastic combo isn't it. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@eetugraphy]

I have a tamron 18-200mm f3.5-f6.3 and its AMAZING

[@petripuurunen2491]

Totally agree. I have ended up to carry 16-35/2.8 and 70-200 + 2x. My tactic is called "focal lenghts that eye does not see". Night photography is totally different; but only two lenses & bodies then also. Would you like to hear more ?

[@firpofutbol]

Decisions Decisions. Your setup makes a lot of sense. I really like the versatility of the Tamron 50-400mm, but wish they had given us an extra 100mm in that lense for wildlife photography. Right now I have the Sigma 14-24mm 2.8 and thinking of getting the Tamron 35-150mm and Tamron 150-500mm to round out the kit. But man that 50-400mm has me questioning everything, it makes a great lens for photographing sports too.

[@mikesphotography]

There are so many choices aren't there... I was pondering over the 35-150mm, that is a fantastic lens with such a unique range. I think the three you mentioned would be a great 3 lens setup, that would cover almost all scenarios and genres. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@kevinalmond3005]

This video is the best. So much useful information. Also loved the clarification on your other video about not buying wide angle as I had just watched that one😊 appreciate the other genres info too

[@mikesphotography]

Great to hear you liked this one and the wife angle video Kevin! Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@wayneholmes637]

For my APSC Nikon 7200 (was my first DSLR that I used for everything) I use a Sigma 10-20mm, Nikon 35 + 50mm primes, Nikon 18-105mm and a Nikon 70-300. My Canon 6dii (night/general purpose) has a Canon 24-105mm L, a Tamron 35mm SP and sometimes a Canon 100-400mm L (very heavy). My Canon 7dii (nature/wildlife) usually has the 100-400mm L (sometimes with 1.4 extender) and a Sigma 105mm macro. I have a couple of other Canon EF-S lenses for very specific uses that don't see much use. These three "kits" are for quite different scenarios and can't completely stand in for each other. Nikon has by far the best DR, the 7dii is best for anything moving with its speed and autofocus and the 6dii is best when things are getting a bit dark with its low noise. I haven't yet found "the one camera" that can do all that, at least not one I can afford...

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts Wayne 😁👍

[@RandumbTech]

That combo makes sense for your work. I’ve got the Sigma 16-28 and that goes everywhere with me. Second lens choice depends on where I’m going.

[@mikesphotography]

Indeed. I still have lenses at home that I use for other genres or really low light situations and astro, but these two work great for hiking off to remote locations. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@SuperiorityQomplex]

I've got the 17-28, 28-200, the Sigma 150-600 and Sigma 105mm macro/portrait lens. I do a bit of landscape but also like wildlife shots. This pile covers everything I need..

[@mikesphotography]

Great to hear what you shoot with. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@dr.alanmarcus4741]

I use two different sets with my Sony A7RV (1) super light one lens set up: with Tamron 18-300mm in crop mode (26MP) equivalent 27-450mm weighing only 1,343 grams or (2) heavier set up: Sony 70-200mm GM II with optional 2x extender and Tamron 20-40mm lens using it in crop mode this gives me the flexibility to go from 20-300mm at f2.8 and all the way to an equivalent 600mm at f5.6. Total weight of 2,369 grams. This really a great flexible set for landscape photography

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks for sharing your setup Alan! The Sony A7RV is a great tool to be able to use the crop mode effectively. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@daniellai9370]

I got a 14-24 and a 70-300. Used to have a 24-70 but now it's mainly for street photography. Thinking to get a longer range zoom.

[@paulkeffer7580]

I just picked up the 28-200 for travel photography with a wide prime (18mm). If I want to go longer, I still have and love the RX10-IV which it looks like you may have retired. I've had lot's of 2.8 zooms and others, but the weight Im toting has become more important than it used to be.

[@mikesphotography]

That sounds like a great setup to have. I have sold my rx10, and in place I got the 50-400mm. Although I do miss the RX a little for the ease of use from wide to super telephoto! Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@lindakantes873]

Same here Paul --my reason being carless lol. dont need anymore weight to carry, I'm no spring chicken either lol

[@albatronz83]

Unbelievable! That is my same set (on a a7r4). Thank you for detailing the reason why I ended up with it. 👌🏼

[@mikesphotography]

Haha! Excellent choice Alberto!! Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@moritzheintze7615]

Good point. My experience from the old days of film: For wide angle shots, you do not really *need* a zoom, you can frame your subject by stepping forward or backward. For tele, this does not work. Why I do not like Tamron or other 3rd party lenses? Well. most 3rd party lenses from the 70's or 80's I had, did fail in the mean time, whereas the Nikkors of Cannon FD lenses are almost as good as new. You get what you pay for.

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks for sharing your experiences Moritz. I completely agree with you about the 3rd party lenses pre 2000s. I had a few different lenses with my EOS 5 in the mid 90s and the branded pro level ones predominantly performed better, however nowadays the difference isn't as much as it used to be. In-fact, the test I did with the 16-35mm G-master and the tamron 17-28mm was that close that I ended up getting the tamron. So nowadays you can save money without sacrificing IQ. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@paulm8157]

Lots to mull over in this one, Mike. Ergonomics and photographic field of view vision are my key factors. Lots of good compositions to be had with just about any focal length - just adapt to situation. My sense is that odd-ball focal lengths of new lenses is more marketing ploy than anything else. Higher resolution cams offer crop/zoom options to fill in the gaps. Table, again.😊 Cap tag hide and seek, also.😊 Cheers!

[@mikesphotography]

Haha! Indeed!! You're right, as megapixel counts go higher, then the option of cropping becomes much more viable. It could be marketing, or adapting to the market. I for one have been putting off getting the 100-400mm but when this one came out, I had to sell a few bits of kit to get it, but it was worth it. As always thanks for watching 😁👍

[@malcolmtruby7211]

Hi Mike, I've been along the same road, 2 bodies 9 lenses in a rucksack, never the right lense on the camera. Now 1 body A7iii and 2 lenses 20mm and 24-105. and just enjoying photography so so much more. (Sony or Tamron 20-105 ? Pipe dream). Keep the videos coming Mike.

[@mikesphotography]

Haha! 20-105mm would be something wouldn't it!! I'd say Tamron or sigma will end up making something like that! Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@AaronGayah]

I really enjoy your style of presentation. Aside from that, this was a video I needed to see about now. I have a Canon 5D Mark II with the 16-35, 24-70, and 100-400. Trying to sell that off to make the switch to Fujifilm. I’m trying to decide among the 70-300, 50-140, and 100-400 presently.

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks very much Aaron. Good luck with the switch, you'll definitely see a big difference between the two systems. 👍

[@renoholland7090]

Thank you Mike. I usually carry around a 12-24 mm and my favorite: 18-140mm. I think that I will invest in a 18-200mm, or even better: 18-300mm. Until then I will borrow the 55-300mm my wife uses a lot, in case I need the extra length. Tomorrow we'll do some shooting at an arboretum and for close-ups I will put the 50mm I.8 on my second body.

[@mikesphotography]

Hey Reno, That's sounds like a great combo! I bet the 55-300mm would be fantastic. As always, thanks for watching and commenting, much appreciated 😁👍

[@renoholland7090]

@@mikesphotography For the close-ups I guess I should bring my extension tubes as well. I have had them for over a year and haven't used them so far.

[@mikesphotography]

I find that with extension tubes ... I have to really make a conscious effort to remember to take them, and then to use them when out.

[@PeterLinyov]

Спасибо за шикарное видео! Это помогать мне выбрать очень нужные объективы для своих поездок на съёмки! Много объективов это очень не удобно, но , два...и вот то что вы предлагать, это супер! Спасибо!

[@DjimmyTrovy]

I can definitely recommend the Tamron 17-28 f2.8, such an awesome lens.

[@mikesphotography]

It's a great little lens isn't it!! Thanks for watching Djimmy 😁👍

[@stephenwoodburn2970]

Your timing on this video is perfect for me. Just last night, I am changing camera bags and packing up, then I realize, I have 5 lenses in my bag. I love all of the lenses that I currently own, but thought, why I am carrying around a 24-105G F4 lens (which I love) and a 50mm 2.8 prime, 24mm 1.4 prime and a 90mm 2.8 macro as well. I love shooting night photography with the 24 1.4, macro photography with the 90mm and low key street photography with the 50mm, but those are pretty specific situations where if I am doing that, I can only take that one lens. I have been hauling these around, for fear of missing out, never really taking them out of the case. I am heading in now to remove them and just carry my 24-105 F4 and my 70-200 F2.8. That should lighten my load and I will have 24-200mm covered which should be plenty for now. once again, great tips, Mike. You guys take care.

[@robowen3450]

Stephen, it’s almost as if I could have written your reply especially the worry that I would miss out on something if I didn’t have a particular lens in my bag! At the start of this year I switched from a Sony APSC camera with a ridiculous 7 lens setup comprising a mixture of primes and zooms. I now have a Fuji apsc camera with 3 lenses, a 16-55 f2.8, 50-140 f2.8 and a 33mm f1.4. The first 2 should cover the majority of my travel needs and the 33mm is for low light evening shots. Despite all this I’m still eyeing up a 70-300 for longer reach but effectively I’m gaining 160mm of use so I’m containing my GAS at the minute. First trip since getting the new gear is in June and I really need to just go with what I have and evaluate afterwards. Time to go block all camera selling websites!!!!!

[@stephenwoodburn2970]

@@robowen3450 Sounds like a great setup. I hope your upcoming trip goes great and you get some fantastic shots.

[@mikesphotography]

Haha! The pain is real!! It is so hard not to want to take everything, just in case! I still struggle now, but I try to just take these two nowadays ... Although I have to confess, every now and then, a prime creeps back into my bag!! 😆😆😆 Happy Easter to you both! 😁👍

[@Nathanatos22]

I had a photography instructor who was adamant about her advice to always only bring one lens to any shoot. I do find doing so keeps things consistent.

[@mikesphotography]

I do that on certain days to push my understanding with that one lens, but I really do like either the telephoto look or the super wide. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@MrTmiket0007]

Thank you so much Mike for sharing another wonderful video like always and very good tips 👍🤗

[@mikesphotography]

No problem my friend! Thanks for watching Miguel 😁👍

[@Dudeitsharrison]

Completely agree about the overlap! I found myself only really using one lens for the last year or so. It was the kit lens! 18-135mm. I really want to get a good zoom. I used to have a 300mm but it really took a turn for the worst and is unusable. :( Great video, dude!

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks dude!! It is great to have a one or two lens setup that covers most things!! I hope all is good with you dude!! 😁👍

[@cjdamnit]

Excellent Video and 100% Agree.

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks very much RJ! 😁👍

[@GrantSR]

I got the Tamron 28-200 as my first (and so far only) lens for my A7R2. I have found it to be a good overall lens for everyday use.

[@mikesphotography]

It's a good allrounder isn't it! Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@lennymo9088]

Hey Mike, just bought a Tamron 17-28mm and a Tamron 28-70mm based your excellent video & content. Using a 70-350mm tele G lens for now. Thanks.

[@mikesphotography]

That's a nice trio of lenses Lenny! Great to hear I have been able to help!! Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@TheSoftVelcro]

Got the Tamron 50 - 400 recently and really like it, very versatile ... here comes the 100k subs hopefully!

[@mikesphotography]

It's a great range isn't it, I'm really enjoying using it! It's getting closer and closer, especially with the latest boost in views and subs!! Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@grahamegannon9708]

I have what many photographers call the holy trinity - 16-35mm, 24-105mm and 100-400mm (all Sony) and that works for me. I like to have an overlap especially between wide and and normal as when I use circular filters and I have say a polariser and an ND filter and I zoom out tight I get those annoying corners rounded off showing the filters on an image. One could say to use larger filters but I had bought expensive 77mm Kase filters before I upgraded my camera system to full frame!!

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks for sharing your lens setup and thought process Grahame! ... and thanks for watching 😁👍

[@ekevanderzee9538]

That's a weird trinity to call holy.

[@adamtams7731]

Great video👍🏼 the tamron 17-28. It’s never apealed To me as if I only need one lens for the day I need a 35mm. So the 16-35 f4 pz rings a lot of bells. But then50-400 that’s worth looking into.

[@mikesphotography]

No worries Adam. This is the great thing with photography, lots of different options to make each setup totally customisable. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@Narsuitus]

The two lenses I use for landscapes are: 14-42mm f/3.5 to f/5.6 and 45-200mm f/4 to f/5.6 on micro 4/3 digital mirrorless 16-55mm f/2.8 weather resistant and 50-140mm f/2.8 weather resistant on APS-C weather resistant digital mirrorless 20-35mm f/2.8 and 80-200mm f/2.8 on 35mm full-frame camera 50mm f/4.5 wide-angle and 90mm f/3.8 normal on 6x7cm medium format film camera 90mm f/5.6 wide-angle and 135mm f/5.6 normal on 4x5 inch large format view camera

[@michaelbandeko3519]

I usually carry two bodies. One with a 50mm and the other with the 24-120mm.

[@trucker_lukew]

Thank you for posting your videos on photography. I'm new to photography and have an 18-135mm lens with my Canon EOS 90d. Deciding which TelePhoto lens to get and appreciate the info you give

[@mikesphotography]

No worries, I hope it has helped. The 90d is a great camera... when I used to shoot with Canon I had the 60d and loved it. With the 70-200mm and the lens you have, you will get quite a bit of overlap. So if you are happy with the 18-135, it might be worth getting the 100-400mm. This will give you lots of reach in just two lenses. Tamron, Sigma and Canon all make this focal range for the EF mount as well. I hope that helps. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@trucker_lukew]

@mikesphotography thank you for your reply! I'm very happy with my 18-135 for macrophotography (got some amazing close ups of wasps on flowers etc) and general mid range stuff. Looking to push 500mm as a minimum as my local nature reserve (Brockholes) I struggled with some of the Kestrels, and no closer vantage point possible. Want to cover all bases but the more videos I watch the more I learn and without people like you sharing your knowledge and experience it wouldn't be possible!

[@mikesphotography]

Ah, interesting ... so sigma make some great lenses that will cover that focal range. I think there is the 150-600mm... that is a bit of a beast but so good having all of that range... especially when shooting wildlife! Great to hear I can help. 😁👍

[@trucker_lukew]

@mikesphotography thats the one! Been comparing the sigma & tamron 150-600mm and been swaying toward tamron ever so slightly but then spotted the sports version of the sigma, that's probably what I'll end up with getting in due course - possibly with a 1.4x or 2x tele converter too. I'll be on safari next year so don't want to leave myself short!

[@48northphotography5]

Micro 4/3rds guy and I have the Lumix Leica 100-400mm lens and the Lumix 35-100mm f2.8 and the Lumix 12-35mm f2.8.

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks for sharing your lens setup! Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@wubbek4464]

really great Mike. thank you, i use the 28-75 f2.8 tamron and the fe200600 from sony thats oke for me

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks very much and great to hear about your setup! I bet that 200-600mm is an absolute gem of a lens!! Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@CluelessYoutuber]

Really great setup! I am in a position to re-think mine too 😁 I feel like I can’t let go the 16-35 f2.8 since I use it a lot for astro. Just got myself a 24-70 and look forward to take it out more, but now gotta choose which ones to carry more often 😂

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks very much dude! The 16-35mm GM is a beast of a lens isn't it!! 👌 Haha! It's all about that lens choice before heading out. 😁👍

[@robertmcdaniel7788]

I use the 24-70GM on my a7iii. I may also carry a 10-18 on my a6400. I have a 70-200 GM and will carry it if I think I’ll use it.

[@mikesphotography]

Great to hear what you use and carry Robert! As always thanks for watching 😁👍

[@danram69]

this makes so much sense love it

[@mikesphotography]

Great to hear Danny! Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@grenade310tri]

Tamron 17-28 is a beast! total wise money spending

[@danielson_9211]

Hmm I'm using the 15-35 2.8 for landscapes and indoors like churches and museums, the 24-105 as a general lens, the 100-500 for landscapes and wildlife. So down to 3 lenes but might pick up a true macro lens like the 100 2.8 even tho the 100-500 can do macro at 100 but its only x1.4 instead of a real macro of 2x or more.

[@zariamultimedia]

Great and very unique video sir! I do wedding videos and other various paid gigs. Along with a bunch of other great Sony and Sigma primes, I also already have the Tamron trilogy (17-28, 28-75 & 70-180) but I just bought the Tamron 50-400 and was wondering which two Tamron's to bring along on my upcoming vacation to pair with my A7IV for family video and photos. I was actually wondering about bringing these same two that you are using in this video and I think you might have convinced me to limit it to just those two!? I've also got that same camera and backpack you have except I've got the original older model 450AW backpack. Wow, great minds thinking alike! LOL Keep up the great work, you just earned a new sub tonight! Oh, here's a thought, my second choice for just 2 len's on my vacation was going to be the Sony 24-105 and the Tamron 50-400. A little heavier overall and not as wide but you do get everything covered from 24 to 400 and they both have stabilization! Hmmmmmm Thoughts on this combo anyone?

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks very much!! Great to hear you liked the video 😃 Tamron have really excelled recently haven't they. I love how they are thinking outside the box with the different focal lengths compared to the standard ranges. The two that I have work really well, as I like to go either super wide or super long ... and with this setup, I have the 50-400mm on my camera most of the time and then every now and then when I want to get a wide shot, I break out the 17-28mm. The only downside is that the 50-400mm is big, and if you are travelling to dodgy areas, it really stands out. When I stop and talk to people along the way, they always mention that camera... so taking the 24-105mm would be another good option, and if you wanted to go wider, you could always do a stitched pano. The lowepro bags are great aren't they!! I have the mk1 as well and still have it as my backup bag!! Thanks for watching, thanks for subscribing and welcome to my channel 😁👍

[@lensman5762]

Modern zooms might appear to be quite sharp, and some top of the range ones are, but where they fall compared to a prime is in distortion. Distortion is not so important for landscape, nature or sports photography, but shoot anything with straight lines and the game is over. Zooms are also very very heavy these days. My 70~200 F2.8 AF-S Nikkor weights more than 1.5 Kg. This is the equivalent of 4 or even 5 of my AIS Nikkors, or the AF-S variety. When I do shoot digital, mostly landscape, I only take my EM1 MKII with the 12~40 F2.8 Pro zoom and a light Pnasonic G Lumix 45~150. The whole lot don't weight much over 1.1 Kg.

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks for sharing your process and your thoughts on distortion. This is true with some lenses, but there are some that do a good job. I shot a lot of architectural images a while back for a contract in Dubai with a zoom and they came out perfectly fine. I also used a tiltshift lens for certain shots, but this was not needed for every angle. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@robowen3450]

Oh Mike, perfect timing with this video. Rather than repeating myself have a look at my longer reply to Stephen Woodburn for a glimpse into the workings of my GAS infected mind!!

[@mikesphotography]

Haha! The gas is real!! Like I said in my reply to Steve's comment, I still struggle, but in making this video, it hopefully will make me just take these two more often than sneaking in extras!! 😆 Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@midisax]

Being as old as Moses, two lens kit is the s**t!

[@mikesphotography]

Haha! Moses would approve! 😁👍

[@KirillKonshin]

50-400 is quite heavy, I currently use Tamron's 28-200, very lightweight, but no lens stabilization. And I have to confess... I make most of my wide shots on iPhone these days ;) so I ended up with just one 28-200 for now, because of weight and size, and I rarely use it for wide shots.

[@mikesphotography]

The 28-200mm is a great little lens, with a fantastic reach, and like you said, almost is good enough for a one lens setup, especially when camera phones are great for the wider framings. Also if you wanted to get a super high res image, there is always stitching to go even wider with your camera. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@dingo3718]

NICE ,,great tips Mike, as per.

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks very much! As always thanks for watching Dingo 😁👍

[@MeAMuse]

I think that approach works for landscape. Personally though my fav focal length is 35mm.... the thought of not having that covered in normal photography scares me. And actually I love an overlap around that area (which is where most my photos are made). I also love to limit myself with primes (it inspires creativity)... but In the end though I agree, for working slow, and focusing on landscapes... this could be a great setup.

[@mikesphotography]

You're completely right there Dean; having one lens, and a prime on an outing really does stretch your creativity with the limitations it brings. I also have a 35mm prime, although I dropped it not so long ago so it is with the lens doctor! Before that happened, I would always sneak it into my bag as an option when I am out shooting. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@patricklouman2121]

Good combo, but still heavy... For 80 % of time in landscape photo, I'm using the Sony RX10 M4. You have a 24 to 600mm equivalent, on a 1" sensor. On landscape the depth of focus given by the 1" is not an issue. And you have a 1kg setup. And honestly the 20Mp are doing the job and quality is there. For trekking, weight is important, and this is not against quality at the end. (And I've also the kit A7R3, 16/35, 70/180 and 100/400 also... ;o) )

[@mikesphotography]

Hi Patrick, The RX10 is a great camera for hiking. I used to have the mkiii and it really was a great allrounder. The 1" sensor in those cameras is so good for what it is. I am still hoping they come out with a mkV with the bigger batteries... Then I'd probably get another one. The one thing I found is that with the setup that I take with me, I had the RX as well as the A7iv, so in swapping out the RX with the 50-400mm, I am not having to carry any more weight as the RX is about the same weight as that lens (I think there is about a 55g difference). But for a one camera setup, the RX is a fantastic option. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@Rockyframes]

Great video, I just upgraded from APS-C and selling all the lenses that I have. I got a7IV and 16-35 GM, what a great lens! And 50-400 is the lens that I wanna go for. Could you make more detailed video about 50-400 and compare to 70-200 and 100-400? I shoot everything landscapes, hiking environmental portraits, I love also photographing aurora and milky way (thinking about 20mm f1.8 but 16-35 GM is pretty good for now I guess) I would also like to photograph a little bit of wildlife. I live in Canadian Rockies so I have it all! I would love to see video I mentioned! 50-400 seems to be perfect but I am not sure what's the difference in AF for wildlife and overall quality. Cheers

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks very much!! The 16-35mm is a fantastic lens isn't it, just a bit too big for my needs ... but if I wasn't hiking as much, I'd probably have gotten one by now ... for the filming side as much as anything. I'll see what I can do. I have one planned between that one and the 60-600mm from sigma, but I'll definitely add that to the list! Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@darinl848]

great tips

[@oneeyedphotographer]

Fprr I have 7-14, 12-45, 45-200. They all fit in my pockets, along with the body. Are they as good as your Sony/Tamron? I'm that they are close enough that nobody will know except under a microscope. For one of my favourite photos, I used the 7-14 at 7mm. Probably, your Sony can't do that. But I can go out with a single prime and make a decent selection of good photographs.

[@barrynoon1812]

Nice one Mike, I have ditched my Sony 16 35 ad now use the Tamron 20 40 along with the 50 400, a great combination that gives me all I need for focal lengths. Can’t see me changing this set up anytime soon. Have a great Easter🐣🐣and don’t eat to many chocolate eggs😊

[@mikesphotography]

Haha!! Too late, just been out and my aunt bought us way too much chocolate ... And it was only right that I was polite and ate it all!! 😆 It's such a great lens isn't it. It impressed me every time I go out and shoot with it, so thanks for the recommendation all those months ago! How does the 20-40mm compare with image quality? Happy Easter! 😁👍

[@barrynoon1812]

@@mikesphotography Hope you are not feeling too sickly lol, not used the 20 40 f2.8 as much as I would have liked but on the few occasions that I have, it was particularly sharp throughout its range, not my go to lens but a very good partner with the 50 400. Good to know that you are enjoying my recommendation!

[@lewiss66]

​@@barrynoon1812 Just for curiosity what would be your go to lens? Tanks

[@barrynoon1812]

@@lewiss66Hi, it would certainly be the new Tamron 50 400 mm , a very versatile focal range that enables me to shoot a wide variety of woodland / landscapes. The lens is particularly good throughout its focal range and has the added benefit of macro capabilities if the need was to arise. If you decided to get this lens make sure you get an additional tripod collar as it’s not supplied with the lens. If you want to see images that I have taken with this lens, let me know, and I will give you my Flickr page address.

[@lewiss66]

@@barrynoon1812 OK thanks Barry. Yes please. Ive got the 20-40mm but not invest yet in the 50-400mm but definitly looking for the best combo as well. Still hesitate with the 70-300mm tampon though.

[@AzarathGirl123]

I bought the 50-400 after watching your video, came back after buying the 17-50😂

[@PhotoTrekr]

Ninety percent of my photos are shot with a 24-70 GM II or the 70-200 GM II. If necessary I could get by with just those two lenses. But, my more interesting photos are shot either wider or longer.

[@bamsemh1]

But my favorite lens before, was 24-200mm f4 pro lens 😊

[@shaungoddard8417]

Great video & advice Mike. I am just awaiting delivery of the Tamron 17-70 F2.8 for my A6600 as i think it will address a few different genres. I was considering later in the year looking to purchase the SONY 70-350 G OSS as my 2nd lens as i only really want to have 2 lenses in my kit. I may look at the Tamron range & see what reviews it gets for APSC even though it a FE lens

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks very much Shaun. The 17-70mm will be such a great accompaniment to the a6600! And when paired up with the 70-350mm, that would be a fantastic range to have in two lenses! Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@shaungoddard8417]

@@mikesphotography Thanks for the reply Mike. Your videos are inspiring & advice is well received

[@christianjaemes]

Making me wanna get out and shoot. Sick video man

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks so much Christxan, I have a lot of fun writing, filming and editing these so it's great to hear you like it! Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@user-vf5ei9zg6o]

yea agree most >> i'm shoting apsc fuji-xt5 have 3 zooms and 2 primes 8-16mm 16--55mm 70-300mm and promes are 16mm and 23mm. the 16mm. shooting ARORA AND NIGHT SKY TELL ME WHAT U THINK ??

[@mikesphotography]

That sounds like a great setup you've got. Primes are definitely a great choice for astro and aurora photography! Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@TobSounds]

I think i want to get the 50mm lense or 24-70?? And a telefoto lense maybe, if i spot a ship far out at sea. I look forward to when i can buy a camera and do it professionally (compared to an iPhone) hehe. Nice video too😊 Have a nice weekend and a Happy Easter😁

[@mikesphotography]

Happy easter to you too!! I bet for your style of photography a 50mm or the 24-70mm would be great! Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@TobSounds]

@@mikesphotography Thanks Mike😁 yeah, i saw a nice camera not so far away from where i live, costs 15,500 Norwegian Kroners😅 i took over 300 photo’s too combined two days in a row two weeks ago 😊

[@flaggboi]

Oh my gosh, I was activly looking reviews online and on KZbin about the Tamron 50-400 such as its specs. I was really holding back as I am shooting very much in low light and astro and the 4.5 - 6.3 threw me off there. Currently I'm still stuck with my Kit lens 28-70 and my loved Canon EOS 1100d with its fantastic 18-200. It worked for me in EVERY scenario and I want an exact lens like that for my Sony Alpha aswell, so I found the Tamron 35-150mm f/2.0 - f/2.8 but the price of *1800* EURO is just way too much!! Thats like 500 Euro more than I payed for the Body and Kit (Used A7III in an excellent condition) So I'm still undecided what I should do, maybe buy the 50-400 and keep my Kit for closer shots, or go full on out with the low apeture 35-150. I really want the Zoom capability of my Canon EFS 18-200mm but I can't really figure out if a Sony Fullframe Lens with 200mm is the same zoom level as in APS-C. Problem is I've found reviews online that the Tamron 50-400mm loses its sharpness fully zoomed in aswell as suffers from autofocus (even tho i heard they updated it with the USB C Port)

[@mikesphotography]

I think this is very much a lens designed for landscape photography, or general photography in good light. The autofocus problems have been solved with that firmware update and I have not noticed a drop in sharpness when fully zoomed in. For the price and the brand, it is perfectly sharp ... for my needs. I almost got the 35-150mm before this one came out, but that price tag put me off ... a fantastic lens, at a not so fantastic price!! It all depends on your low light needs really, have a look at what you normally put your settings to and then work out how much you'd have to raise your iso to shoot in the same conditions. I still have a few primes for when I am photographing parties and darker events, but they stay at home for my landscape and outdoor photography. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@jacquisalisbury2845]

I usually take my Sony 24-240mm and my Sigma 150-600mm

[@mattsiler7418]

Great video! Have you tried the Sony 16-35 PZ f4 in comparison to the Tamron 17-28 f2.8? A little closer in price and the Sony is a tiny gem of a lens for travel with a tiny bit more reach...

[@scotthunter4]

Why do landscape photographers always like to own ultra wide zooms? I only own a 70-200 zoom, and cover the wide angle with primes - 24 and 35mm. My photography style doesn’t suit ultra wide. Anything wider than 24mm and the scene becomes distorted with exaggerated foregrounds and tiny backgrounds.

[@vandalton4948]

a wide angle lens is kind of advanced landscape photography lens. I realized this after soo many years of photography. I don't know why people in general associate wide angle lenses with landscape photography as if they are almost synonymous.

[@mikesphotography]

Most definitely, I've made several videos on this very subject. Here's one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aGnVnnR5oN6sopI I should have put a caveat at the end of this video saying that these might not work for everyone, but they are good for me where I am with my photography at the moment. Thanks for watching VD 😁👍

[@wh0tube]

Or a single 12mm-600mm f1.4, simples! 😁

[@mikesphotography]

Haha!!

[@cmichaelhaugh8517]

Makes sense, puff puff (said he lugging a 40# backpack!

[@mikesphotography]

Haha!! The downsides with having to carry filming equipment as well as photography kit! 😆😫🤦🏻‍♂️

[@untouchable360x]

0:31 Fewer lenses. Not less lenses.

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks for your feedback

[@chriswittstruck282]

Nice vid thanks! Subbed.

[@Roysphotos8]

i Find these super zooms lack contrast. u should post the raw instead of the edited photo cause i suspect the contrast is lacking.

[@HarmonicGrunt]

If It Were The A7R5 You Could Turn on Crop Mode?

[@matthewsinger]

Looks like that Tamron 50-400 is only available for Sony E-mount, so I'm stuck with something else for a Canon body. Sigma has a 150-600 which may be overkill for a general hiking lens.

[@mikesphotography]

That's a shame as it is such a good focal range. Hopefully they will roll it out to other brands soon. I looked at the sigma but it really is a huge lens ... twice the weight of this one. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@firpofutbol]

No third-party lenses for Canon. 👎

[@ipb1966]

Great video. I find the audio odd - it doesn’t sound natural - no background noise - almost as if it’s been re-recorded with perfect lip sync!

[@RandumbTech]

I thought the same thing!

[@mikesphotography]

Thanks for letting me know. This is the first video I edited in Davinci Resolve and I don't think I got the levels quite right, so I'm going to look into it to make it a bit better. Love feedback like this as it helps me make better videos for your guys. Thanks for watching 😁👍

[@tsizzle]

Now that the Tamron 17-50mm f4 is out, will you replace the 17-28 with that new lens for your 2 lenses kit?