What's The Best Camera for Street Photography?

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Today we go over all the different camera types to figure out what the best camera is for street photography. With each type we list pro’s and cons of each camera to better help the beginner street photographer or intermediate decide if it will be good for their street photography. This video was made to be informative and expresses my own personal opinions. I hope you enjoyed this episode, drop a like and comment down below what your choice is for the best street photography camera!
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[@KingJvpes]

What’s your go to street photography camera? Drop a like on the video and comment below 👇🏼 Also gang, it’s my Bday today and just wanted to say thank you all for joining along this ride. You guys have truly changed my life. Love yall ❤️

[@lilclutch4517]

nikon f3 with a 50mm and motor drive

[@beanerama9]

x100v

[@garvinkelly]

Happy birthday! lately I have been using the nikon fm2 with 24mm, 40mm or 58mm and also the contax g1with 35mm

[@cameraprepper7938]

Happy Bday ☺ I use Sony A7RIV and A7RIVA, either one Camera with one or two prime Lenses or two Cameras with two or three prime Lenses. The good thing with a 61 megapixels Camera are that you have two Cameras in one Camera, 61 megapixels in full frame mode and 26 megapixels in APSC mode. I use only prime Lenses from 14mm to 135mm, 14, 21, 24, 35, 55, 65, 85, 110 and 135mm prime Lenses. If I take one Camera with one Lens, then it is either a wide angle Lens or a short tele Lens, one Camera and two Lenses will be a wide angle Lens and a short tele Lens, the same if I use two Camera, but then I sometimes have a third Lens. I always have one Camera in my hand and the other in a shoulder/sling bag. When I used 6x6 cm Hasselblad 2000FC it was most often with the Zeiss Planar 110mm 2.0 T*, in my early Photography years I did not use wide angle Lenses that often as I used short tele Lenses, I did have the excellent Zeiss Distagon 50mm 2.8 T* wide angle Lens.

[@diuran1919]

ehh you should go outside and do few photo with the same scenery with all deffeent types and show to us and speak about oplus and cons. I really miss canon ixus 100s or similar point and shot cameras. Wish canon remade that little camera with little upgrade like better sensor, 3x optical zoom ( original) or maybe 5x if it is possible in that small devices but with much faster zooming hardware speed. Recording in 1440p 60fps and fullhd 60/120, better software to recognise scenery.

[@cj_m2477]

Great video. It’s nice to know about these smaller light weight options. Over the years I’ve had health issues that could have stopped me from shooting completely. I use to shoot Bronica GS-1 and Canon F-1. Due to an accident I lost the use of my left arm (temporarily I hope) also, tore the retina in my right eye (thru no fault of my own, it can just happen) which left me with 20/40 vision in my right eye. I’ve switched over to a Canon SL2. It’s light, small, has auto focus and I can easily shoot with just my right arm. It has allowed me to keep shooting which is most important to me. These smaller cameras can really be a life saver, so thank you for doing videos on them!

[@prizepictures1]

How do you like the SL2 for video? Which lens did you use most often for street?

[@cj_m2477]

@@prizepictures1 I’m using the ef-s 24 which I love. I haven’t used it for video.

[@prizepictures1]

@@cj_m2477 : Nice compact combo. Don’t need much more.

[@prizepictures1]

Happy Birthday King JVpes! I like the vibes on this video. I currently use an EM1 mkii with 35mm equivalent. Programmed the on/off switch to the function lever so it’s just a flick of the thumb. I don’t miss shots even if I’m holding something in my other hand. Getting the camera in and out of my hip bag is totally one handed as well. It’s totally clutch.

[@jsbphotog]

Happy Birthday! Another great video- it really is impressive how you consistently put out good content- with so much nonsense on youtube anymore, I appreciate your work even more.

[@MandrakeCigars]

There is something about a mirror slap that is so satisfying. I hate the quiet shutter on my mirrorless. 🤣

[@GIRLNEXTDOOR79]

Thanks for this video, I’m a newbie starting out in digital but hope to start in film one day, also Happy Birthday 🎉

[@gary.likes.photos]

Great video thanks. I’ve recently been using a yashica 35 electro gsn rangefinder and absolutely loving it! It aperture priority and not worrying about the shutter speed too much lets me really enjoy using it

[@sneakingelephant]

The only viable option Leica m11P with a 50mm noctilux🤌. Who needs shelter….. or food. On a serious note I really love my canonet. I think a leaf shutter or silent shutter is a great have. Also something a bit more stealth also helps(black and small is preferable).

[@SourPlanet]

Solid breakdown. It's helpful you mention cost per. I definitely believe for people who are just getting their feet wet, it's all about cheap gear. First thing you get is just for learning. Cheap prime, cheap body, beat the brakes off it! Miles logged is all that really matters. I shot Nikon, Fuji, and Sony. Eventually sold everything and moved over to the Leica M240 with 7A 35/2. Finally on rangefinder set up and it feels like coming home for the first time 🤙

[@highflying19]

Nikon fm3a with voightlander 40mm Ultron, nikon S3 with 35mm voightlander skopar. Nikon L35af for a backup when im using either or the other. Also my fuji x70 when i want to shoot digi. Boom

[@davidbcg286]

Do you have a portfolio with the fm3 and 40mm ultron lens?

[@babettesfeast6347]

Gear doesn’t matter. Start with a cheap compact to practice on. I’m happy with the Ricoh and FujiX100v

[@ekkanofiqandriyana7325]

Easy answer 1. Fujifilm xpro2 2. Panasonic gx9 or Olympus penF 3. Ricoh gr (ii) or Fujifilm x70

[@heikoh.schulz9429]

My go is the Olympus 35RC- small, nearly no weight, rangefinder, very quiet shutter, automatic and manual and even AEL. And it does only need batteries for the lightmeter.

[@erichung9043]

My personal favorites are the Rollei 35 for film and Fuji F200EXR for digital. They are the perfect size and unintrusive.

[@jplum7708]

I've watched a lot of videos about the best street photography camera. I'm beginning to think my Mamiya RB67 isn't the best choice. 😂 But i do love it and you should see my biceps. 😂

[@AlPellotJr]

Good video, but it’s surprise me you don’t talk if Panasonic Lumix GX85. A m4/3 camera, inexpensive lightweight, great lenses for street photographic. 🤔😉

[@martingreenberg870]

Also love GX9. It has L monochrome D. My favorite B&W jpeg. More than Acros with the red filter. Favorite lenses are Panasonic-Leica 15mm and Panasonic 12-60mm kit lens. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

[@anonymousreality6]

Everybody, if you are looking for the film look from digital than pick up a 1d classic! Best and most film authentic digital ever!

[@WilliamCrespo]

best cameras for me are my X-T30II small and versatile and for film my Canon New F-1 or my Minolta Hi-Matic AF2 😄. Happy Birthday, hope you have an awesome time celebrating

[@82cricri]

Newbie here. I have a Cannon G16. I love that it's compact and I can manipulate the settings pretty well but will it give me good image quality?

[@gregmarcus3064]

Where did you get the square hood for the GR3? Will it fit a GR2?

[@mgman6000]

For 1/10 th the cost of a Leica is a Canon 7 I have one and it's everything the Leica is except the prestige factor and no one is going to hit you over the head for it Canon lenses are very sharp and I can't recommend it high enough

[@paul-somecameras6]

How about a video on using a film SLR for street photography?

[@briancatchpole6183]

I use a Canon 250D with a pancake lens, very small and light for a dslr. I can hold that on a wrist strap all day long

[@donjagoe]

Good summary and no doubt useful for beginners.

[@Flacko518]

How about the ev-10 ?planning to get one soon ..any better recommendations

[@rf.photographs]

In the defense to SLR manual lens "throw" (and speaking as a 28mm lens user), it's actually pretty short. Infinity to 3ft is really a nudge on most manual SLR lens (at least for 28mm). Absolutely no reason for shooting 1-2 ft from a subject(s) in street photography unless you plan on shooting breath. Lol

[@Yhrv3l]

Happy Birthday! 📷🍻

[@bogdan.g6403]

Hello, do you still have fuji xpro2? Thanks!

[@johnnieboy66]

Leica Q TWOOOOOOO

[@Oh_Mar]

what lens did you have in that xe1??

[@StefanStefaniak]

XF18mm f2

[@kuroexmachina]

do you have any recipe for the fuji x-e1 / xtrans1 sensor?

[@guyphoto9437]

Easy answer: the one you have.

[@adrianzaragoza4983]

Fuji X20 is my go to

[@Reggiebphoto]

Happy Birthday :)

[@cameraprepper7938]

You can use just about any camera for street photography !

[@michaelhalim1166]

my to go GRii

[@Stesalti]

Minolta XD7 with 45mn f2 or 35mm f2.8 🎉

[@KingJvpes]

Good choice!!!!

[@heikoh.schulz9429]

Isn't the 35mm 2,8 too big? But the pancake sounds good- thought about it as an option to my Olympic 35RC

[@Stesalti]

@@heikoh.schulz9429 which pancake?

[@martingreenberg870]

This is such a broad subject. You could have talked twice as long and still have room to talk about things.l Street photography can be done with any camera. Many street photographers, including myself, like small & lightweight cameras. I prefer digital vs film. Film is expensive. The film, development, and printing. All necessary. No instant feedback. Digital is free after you buy the memory card. You see your images instantly. Then you only pay for the images you print. Any lens can be used for street photography. Zoom vs prime. Many street photographers choose a prime lens. They like the restrictions of a fixed focal length. You zoom with your feet. The most popular focal lengths are 28, 35, and 50mm. Some go wider at 24 & 20mm. Some go longer with 85, and 85mm. I don’t prefer fast lenses for street. Unless you are shooting in low light I prefer shooting between f5.6-8. In general, less bokeh is what I want. I want the entire frame in focus. Also, slower lenses are cheaper. Each type of lens have their pros and cons. Digital sensors. I like crop sensor cameras. M43 & APSC. Generally smaller and lighter than full frame cameras. Same with the accompanying lenses. The crop effectively multiplies the stated focal length. Almost all new cameras are digital today. Like many film bodies, older digital cameras are inexpensive. Older digital cameras are generally less feature packed. The watchword is good enough is good enough. There are choices, many times good choices, at different price points. Lenses don’t devalue as quick as bodies do. I just learned that cell phones have cameras. Who knew? They also do video. Amazing. An easy way to get started with street photography is go to a parade. Demonstrations, peaceful demonstrations are good too. Lots of people. They don’t mind being photographed. Take your photographs and then move on. You can also walk the street with another person, either a photographer or not. Most street photographers walk the street alone, at least most of the time. YMMV. I’ve said nothing and everything. There are tons of gear reviews and how to street photography videos on KZbin. Watch them. There are street photography books in the library. See what other street photographers have done. Go out and take pictures. Have fun. That’s what it is all about. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

[@akhyarrayhka4048]

honestly, smartphone probably the shealthiest of all

[@shearcreatif]

But do you get enjoyment out of them ? If yes. All good

[@mrN3w7]

Pentax KP with a pancake limited lens...

[@dflf]

Leica's are expensive and they only go up in price everytime they're featured in a video

[@kinroswitzerland]

Leica Q3

[@PatrikSkiffardFoto]

Q3eeeeee

[@eatenbyopium]

Street photography to me is just so bad. If you can do it right, it's great. But most people cannot do it right & jsut come off creepy and intrusive also a bit voyeuristic.

[@jmtphotographymedia]

I agree. I think approaching street photography like cityscape or landscape is better. Nobody wants to be stacked.

[@matthewb21]

Thanks to 'street photographers' we have a history of every day life around the world. You need to be bad to be good at some point. In public space you are a fair game ;)

[@eatenbyopium]

@@matthewb21 pathetic.

[@matthewb21]

@@eatenbyopium good luck dude, I hope you'll get better

[@shearcreatif]

@@jmtphotographymediastacked or stalked? Stacked is a good thing :)