This Canon 7D is saving my life. I'm not joking.

[@RunNGunPhoto]

The Canon 7D is still great today! Those beach photos are fantastic!!

[@loneshootr]

Thank you kindly 😎

[@RoyRiley]

Nailing it down 7d style. You are the main ingredient. The camera is just a tool. You prove that 100% class always shows. X

[@loneshootr]

You are so gracious Roy. Thank you my brother, and I hope life is being kind to you 😎

[@Robert-ug5hx]

I have two 7d's ,still use them both

[@JoenelDragos]

Hey man, I was laying on the floor and bam, your name came up in my mind • “What is that awesome dude doing” • So awesome human, what are you up to?

[@loneshootr]

Aw, lovely comment - thanks for asking. All good here, been a very busy year working - just have to finish up a bunch of carpentry work on the cabin here then I'm aiming to re-boot this channel before christmas. Best wishes Drew

[@taurohnyt617]

​@@loneshootr I just realized how much i missed your videos. And wonderd how you are doing.

[@pauls1ngh]

How are you Drew? Hope you’re okay. Been thinking about you.

[@pamelajarvis7728]

Thanks for your encouragement to keep to the equipment you have and can afford. So much temptation to spend from other KZbinrs! Your photos are superb!! Will keep my Canon 7D happily. So pleased your business is going so well 👍 All the best…and thanks again for your positive and practical approach.

[@loneshootr]

Thank you kindly my friend - much appreciated 😎

[@robertmccutchan5450]

I agree with Roy! I've always said the professional part of ANY camera is 1 inch behind the viewfinder, and you're proving that.

[@loneshootr]

Thank you kindly brother.

[@stuartackerman4594]

Nice thoughts there, Drew... I used my D40 with 121000 images taken, and a Helios 44M to take some images of dew dropped dandelions, at F2. A long time friend asked me what I used to get the "absolutely brilliant" images, and I laughed and told him it was a 6 mega-pixel Nikon almost 20 years old and a manual lens made when I was a few years old. He still does not believe me. I told him that the tools are merely tools, and only do what we tell them to do. The newer better bigger more mentality is sad... Drew, keep up the good work, and may your pockets always be financially blessed, 'cause you are HAVING FUN, as Samuel l Jackson might say..

[@loneshootr]

Thanks Stuart - and sorry for the late reply, all the comments across the channel drown me sometimes. Yeah, see the D40 - just as with many older dslr's - have a distinctive look in my opinion. Add a magic lens like a Helios, then add a photographer with real vision - and the results just pop. Thanks again brother. Drew

[@ayautomotivevisuals]

Hey brother! You still there? Haven't seen anything for a while so just checking in, make sure you're alright. Always look forward to any new work you post. Hope you're well!

[@getlostmike]

Hey, where are you? Are you doing alright?

[@ayautomotivevisuals]

I'm going to assume he's spending more time kneeling around on those beaches and figured KZbin isn't a priority. Hope that's the case anyway 😂 although, really would like an update on how things are going. Love the stories, life advice and composition of his videos.

[@snjert8406]

Oh, I fully agree! I’m a college student and I got this camera used and it’s been fantastic! Yes, noise is a weakness, but it’s fine too. Absolutely love it, the battery lasts so long with a battery grip that I don’t remember when I charged it last time when it needs it hahaha

[@lawrencescofield7575]

Still own 2 7D and love them. They are so cheap now yah wanna cry at how much you spent on them new lol. Great pics buddy as always. Love your work.

[@loneshootr]

Thanks Lawrence my brother.

[@lawrencescofield7575]

@@loneshootr any time brother I hope all is going well for you.

[@dermotlawless2612]

Just bought one today. Delighted to have found your channel 👏👏

[@loneshootr]

Excellent! Anything I can help with - just shout. Drew

[@Digg3r]

Been a while Drew.... I do hope you are well and if we don't see any new videos over the festive season, I just wanted to wish you a Happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year. All the best my friend 👍.

[@poparomeo6965]

Your video about the Nikon D7100 inspired me, as I was in a period where I was looking for a camera. I found one at a decent price, and since then, I've been carrying it with me whenever I have the opportunity. I've captured some beautiful shots.

[@loneshootr]

That is so good to hear. I'd be happy to still be using my old D7100 - just a shame the lockdowns forced me to sell all my other gear. The only reason I still have this 7D is because it's too beat up to sell!

[@poparomeo6965]

I initially searched for a Canon 7D, but in my area, they were either priced too high or heavily used (over 500,000 shutter actuations), so I ended up with a Nikon D7100 after some research. Very inspiring clips. And your photos are superb. With respect.

[@Digg3r]

The knowledge and experience you have makes all the difference. I bet i could use a high spec top drawer camera and the results be no where near as good as those you shoot. I would love to see how you create the dreamy painterly images in one of your videos. Some beautiful pictures there as always.

[@loneshootr]

You're very kind, thank you. Yes, if I can figure out how to record what's on my pc screen then I surely will make an editing video as you suggest. 😎

[@Digg3r]

@@loneshootr awesome 👍 I have been attempting to photograph some local horses on my micro four thirds camera. You make it look waaaay too easy 😂

[@loneshootr]

@@Digg3r Yeah it's fun but it can be a challenge sometimes - for all of us!

[@joaomarveloso1049]

In my country we say 'In the hands of an expert every gun is lethal' . Btw, sometimes I use Auto-Exposure Bracketing when the subject is still, although I did use it on moving ones as well.

[@loneshootr]

Yeah that can work well for sure. I've tried many different ways of using the 7d - the issue that challenges me most is shooting fast moving horses across a beach where the light is changing as they move east to west into the sun, and I've got comfortable now in manual and riding the dials between shots. For general photography or under controlled lighting I find the 7d to be very efficient really.

[@Jontonzeledon]

💯💯💯 GOOD JOB BRO BLESS

[@loneshootr]

Thanks my friend😎

[@Theemoodyeye]

I FEEL YOU MAN! I RECENTLY ACQUIRED A 7D BACK. I HAD A 5D MKIII, 7D, 7D MKII AND MORE BEFORE LOL. THIS YEAR I GOT A 5D MKII AND 7D. I FEEL YOU 1000000% MAN!

[@loneshootr]

Cool - I like the 5D mk2 a lot 😎

[@Theemoodyeye]

@@loneshootr man such an amazing camera. 😎👊❤️‍🔥

[@tonyperez5360]

Love your work

[@loneshootr]

Thank you so much my friend.

[@MagnificentBen]

Old doesn't mean bad eh! Still managing to pay my bills using my trusty 60d. Great shots!

[@loneshootr]

Thank you 😎 Yeah we make the best of what we have!

[@MagnificentBen]

Damn Right! @@loneshootr

[@timeverett5738]

I use my 7D in raw mode, it gives me all the dynamic range I need? Though I am tempted by the 7D mk 2 for the better low light performance, having said that with the right lens the 7D does the job okay. And I actually prefer the feel and look of the 7D over the 7D Mk2, don't like that lump on the Pop up flash, think it houses the GPS tech stuff (what do I want GPS for on a camera? I use it make images not for navigation?) makes it look ugly and overly bulky.

[@carlos.sierra]

Don't know if this means much coming from a stranger on the internet, but I hope you're doing okay, pal. I miss your videos.

[@loneshootr]

Thank you Carlos, and yes it means a lot to me my friend. All ok here now and will be back on the channel very soon. Drew.

[@carlos.sierra]

@@loneshootr hey, great to hear from you! Looking forward to more of your wisdom!

[@coptertim]

I don't know if you're still following comments but here goes. Ever since your videos on older DSLRs I've been grabbing older Nikons. My first was a $50 USD, 6425 click D40x with CCD sensor. It knocks out beautiful Kodachrome like images. Next I found a mint, 16799 click D7200 for $299. I found some older lenses for as little as $20 and the set is producing professional level images. It may not be 47mpxl, $6000 camera but the results are damn good. Thanks for the advice, maybe there is a vintage camera channel waiting for you! I hope this finds you well. Good luck, Tim.

[@loneshootr]

I agree - and I know what you mean about that old ccd sensor, very filmic. I just bought a 5D mk2 for no good reason other than I shot with them years ago and loved the images. So cheap, so good still even today.

[@VinnieCamilleriMusic]

Fantastic shots there!

[@loneshootr]

Thank you kindly Vinnie 😎

[@BluntTruthProductions]

Hands down, some of the best videos I’ve seen no nonsense approach 🙌🏻 quick question, I’m on a budget, I’ve got a LUMIX S5, adore it, but bought a 7D with a 70-200 L USM (no is) as a back up, I cannot get low on that iso and it is punishing me, any ideas? Should I sell them and try to get a different set up? Budget is £400 max…..any advice would be so appreciated please

[@loneshootr]

Thank you kindly. Yeah, I'll admit that I had trouble with a 70-200 f/4L unstabilized - changed it for an EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM. Dirt cheap lens with unbelievably effective stabilization, and I've used it ever since even on pro equine shoots. Dull days, fast action, no problem. It's sharp wide open, well stabilized, super cheap, and fast focus on a 7D. Hope this helps. Drew *Edit: On an overcast day shooting galloping horses at 1250th/sec shutter, f/5.6 at 250mm (400mm FF equiv.) my ISO sits at 200 using the EF-S lens described above.

[@unbroken1010]

Hmm I see one for cheap. Does a cf to micro SD card adapter work well? Any experience??

[@paulmclinden7046]

I'd love to see you do film portrait photography in medium format and take me through the whole darkroom process from paper choice and why, to all your dodging, burning and finishing processing stages. That, I'd love cos I think you'd be banging at it.

[@loneshootr]

Great suggestion.

[@savinggracechurch4112]

I wonder if the 7d mk2 would be better for you. I got a really good one from a guy on marketplace for £180 and it is superb. It has two card slots and the sd card slot has a WiFi card for remote viewfinder and uploading straight to the net. Absolutely love this channel!

[@loneshootr]

Good suggestion. I like them particularly for the two cards. (and the price...)

[@guyphoto9437]

If you have photoshop and you shoot in raw you can run a denoise tool and it works unbelievably well. I've used it on images that were so noisy out of camera that they seemed totally useless until I denoised them in camera raw. Give it a try. I'm a person who when I teach a workshop tell people, "Your camera is not a tool, it's much more than that in the hands of a good photographer. A tool is something you work with; a camera is something you love to have around you and with you all the time--there's a huge difference." You, being a musician, will understand this, "a musician always says, I'm going to play music, not work music." When you pick up your camera the philosophy should be the same.

[@loneshootr]

Yes indeed the denoise Ai is effective for sure. I use it if I absolutely have to, but very rarely because my ol' computer takes forever to render them out. And yes, I agree. It's the same with music, all creative pursuits I suppose. Never lose the connection with what drove us to start in the first place. Thanks my friend, Drew

[@ggwildlife]

still have my 7D from new it's not going anywhere! keep posting :)

[@loneshootr]

That's good to hear 😎 and thank you

[@DeannaRose20.20]

Are you still posting content on Photography?

[@loneshootr]

Hi Deanna, I will be back as soon as possible. I have some heavy stuff I've been dealing with recently unfortunately.

[@getlostmike]

Where's the love for your Nikon D7200? 😂 I know camera bodies, these days, doesn't matter so much, but I am curious as to why you left it behind after a really nice video about it?

[@loneshootr]

D7100... great camera but it let me down on a paid shoot. I used to have a D800E hanging on a wrist strap and the D7100 on a shoulder strap - fast changes between the two cameras - one wide one tele. Strap stud pulled straight out of the body on the D7100, leaving me juggling two cameras while trying to get shots of seven galloping horses for an hour... Turns out the strap mounts only go into the body - not the chassis. The love died that day 😂

[@ashwantscash6173]

hey hey hey, where is new, what about your photo journey, sir? Very want to know)

[@garyives1218]

I really like the 7d I got a few months ago as a beginner. I use it mostly with an EF 18-135 IS USM + Macro. I'd really appreciate if someone could explain why, when in full manual mode, it often takes pics at settings other than what I set it at! Mostly (or all?.....now that I think about it) involving time adjustments. Like I'll set it at 1/250, then it takes at 1/350. That aspect is super annoying.

[@ray.watts.44]

Did you ever figure that out? I've had a 7D for 10 years and its never done that. In manual it shoots according to the shutter and aperture settings that you select.

[@lilbardistillgaming]

just found one locally for $75! buying this today

[@unexpectedvistas6198]

My 7d is still my favourite body to pick up and shoot with. Yep, horrible sensor, but otherwise it is a beast!