Which Camera Should You Buy?

[@TonyAndChelsea]

Our recommended beginner cameras: 📷 Basic Starter Camera ($280 used on Amazon): Canon T3 help.tc/t3 📷 Better Starter Camera ($500 on Amazon): Nikon D5300 help.tc/d5300 📷 Better Travel Camera ($500 on Amazon): Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark II help.tc/em10ii

[@leightonsmith3807]

Tony & Chelsea Northrup For same price (england) would I get better image quality, sharper for landscape using nikon d5300 without aa with sigma 18-35 TAMRON 70-200 f2.8 or nikon d610 with AA and tamron 24-70 f2.8 and tamron 70-200 f2.8 I can get these for the same price £1300 used. I know you are the man that can help me with this I have the olympus em10 ii with kit lenses but I run into trouble with low light and it drives me mad so I will use the mft for travel and want something with better iq for landscape and maybe start to get into portrait photography

[@jeepjoseph9036]

What about the Sony cybershot rx10?

[@garybluhm3851]

Any plans for an updated version of your Which Camera video.

[@petermoeller5901]

It’s refreshing to see a reviewer without noticeable loyalty to a certain brand or system - and an extensive knowledge of gear. I can only say that whenever you comment on gear I own or have used, I fully agree with what you say. Great video!

[@joshualknl]

Dear Tony, I used to think you were boring. Now I kind of like you. You're not as ostentatious as Kai, but your thorough and detail-oriented analyses somehow manage to be light-hearted and fun to watch. Keep up the good work! Josh

[@juansymontano]

You just made buying a used entry-level sound good. And it is! The biggest misconception that beginners have is that they need the latest and greatest. And if they watch other reviewers, they'll think that way even more. This is why I love this channel.

[@emiangurabardhi8660]

Idk why im watching this i have 0 money

[@civil3861]

Master Yoda same

[@JoeSims1776]

Lucky you. I have about $20,000 in student debt.

[@JoeSims1776]

Yikes. I don't envy you, friend.

[@roholdt]

Bad. :-(

[@michaelbevington7468]

Great job summarizing a full spectrum of camera options in under 30 minutes. I have several people I'm going to send this video link to. Best part is that you have highly detailed free tutorials for every camera covered. It doesn't get much better than that.

[@TonyAndChelsea]

+Michael Bevington Thanks!

[@richardlombardi4198]

Thank you, Tony. Always stay true to your core beliefs by being honest. Honesty is appreciated more than you know

[@nicodimus2222]

If you like Nikon and want to do wildlife, the D7200 + 200-500mm + TC14Eiii is a great value in its price range too. Slower burst speed than the 7Dmk2 setup, but way better reach (420-1050mm FF equivalent) and nice image quality to boot.

[@i7rs]

Right, d7200 is on par if not better in auto focus compared to Canon 7D mark II

[@HHTV60]

+i7rs Snapsort gives Nikon D7200 better ratings than to Canon 7D M2: snapsort.com/compare/Canon-EOS-7D-Mark-II-vs-Nikon-D7200

[@BrownieX001]

Cannot wait for this years version of this. So many things happened this year. Not sure why I even watched it when I have no money, but still fun to look at the combinations that you think makes the most sense for a long list of prices.

[@LordsSky]

Hey, I like your videos, but you could please start putting things in the description? Having to pause the video and type out the url is kinda silly.

[@jb678901]

I went for the Lumix GX-1 body for $96 on eBay. It had only 1600 shutter cycles. A pretty decent bargain IMHO. Having a blast combining this mirrorless body with dirt cheap legacy glass, also purchased on eBay. A nice little set-up for portraits. Some of my deals for legacy glass on eBay: - Nikon Nikkor S 50mm; Nikon F mount; f:1.4; 52mm filter size. Purchased with Nikomat FT N vintage showroom mint $41.00 + $10.00 (shipping). Came with a black leather case that had no signs of use whatsoever. - Konica Hexanon 40mm Pancake; AR mount; f:1.8; 55mm filter size. $23.50 + $5.75 (shipping) - Asahi Optical Pentax Super-Takumar 50mm; M42 mount; f:1.4; 49mm filter size. Purchased with vintage Spotmatic $69.99 + $14.22 shipping - Jupiter-9 avtomat 85mm; f:2.0; 49mm filter size. $19.50+$15.00(shipping) - Canon 50mm (Chrome lip); BL FD mount; f:1.4; 55mm filter size. $25.00 incl. shipping ...and about 14 other lenses (e.g.: Helios 44-2, Canon FD 135/2.5, Vivitar 75-205, OLY 28/2.8...). Most have arrived as expected, with excellent optics. Some required cleaning...but for the most part...with one exception...they are in VG to mint condition!!! Plus extension tubes, focal reducer, and a number of adapters! Sure, I have a Panny lens for daily/nigh-time on the go use, where OIS is a big help. But for portrait and landscape stuff...with a tripod...these legacy lenses are a hoot. I suppose I will try all and keep those I like the best...flipping the rest without any loss.

[@ChrisB-id3of]

I like the fact that you protect and maintain your credibility by driving home the point that you don't take free gear.

[@andyandycapt7947]

also tony, the tokina 100mm 2.8 mounted on anything especially the D 7200 and wow on the D810, an d810, a tokina 100 2.8 and a sigma 24-105mm f4 is a kit that cant be beat.

[@mikesabran]

Tony, I think your videos are the most enlightening, and I enjoy watching them very much. Keep on doing what you have been doing with the beautiful Chelsea.......Thanks again, Mike

[@ein99999]

Best review really helps me choose what to buy and i have a better understanding about all these cameras now.Thanks for the great reviews.

[@christopherxavier4952]

Hey Tony & Chelsea, great in depth video on what cameras/lenses to get for various uses. I have a question. I am pretty torn and downright lost on what camera SYSTEM to jump into. I have two distinctive needs in a camera system. First theres the system I need in a professional setting (one that would play a large role in my livelihood). Then there's the system I need for more creative and enthusiast driven endeavors. SYSTEM ONE (for work) I need for photographing products (foodstuff, furniture, appliances, sculpture, Etc.) in a studio, and for making large prints of those images for stuff like catalogs, look books, and other marketing materials. Ideally, this setup should also be capable landscapes system. High megapixels and the availability of tilt+Shift lenses is a must. SYSTEM TWO (Travel/ Adventure) I need for travel. Since I might still use this travel photography for some more serious editorial work, I would still need professional level capabilities. This system would be for traveling all over (motorized transportation as well as on foot and vertical travel). As such,I really want a workhorse camera that is light and mobile; with some fast primes to go along with it. A great autofocus system, and good low light capabilities would be pretty important; and I would use this system in two situations: navigating around cities shooting stuff like people, cityscapes, and food; or while hiking, climbing, and kayaking in some pretty remote parts of the world- stopping along the way to photograph athletes in action, interesting locals, and wildlife. I am by no means a pro level photographer (as of yet), and am aware that gear does t make a bad amateur any better. However, I am in a point in my life where I have the time, financial Resources, drive, and intuition to really get into serious photography. As such, I really want a system that o can grow quickly into. Budget wise, I'm looking to spend $12,000 US or [ideally] less. I would be of great help if you gave me some suggestions. Thanks

[@OscarShen1]

best "Which Camera Should You Buy" video!! thanks.

[@scottgordon1721]

You folks are the best thanks for all you training and advise way to be. Wishing you the best.

[@TheSascha551]

Ahh it's back yay! so I'll ask again, why the Nikon D4S over the Canon 1DX for sports? I assumed the 1DX would be the better choice with the faster FPS and better AF tracking modes? as well as the better sport tele lenses like the 200-400 f4 and and 400 2.8?

[@TonyAndChelsea]

+Sascha It's really a toss-up between the two bodies.

[@kyfeam]

you are the gift that keeps on giving! love you guys!

[@SamuelMonteArrieta]

Good job again! I'm not planning on getting new gear but it's interesting to watch such a thorough comparison of gear. Thanks again :-)

[@DarkPa1adin]

+Samuel Monte-Arrieta agree !

[@TonyAndChelsea]

+Samuel Monte-Arrieta Thanks!

[@takeobeats]

Hey Tony, love your videos. I'm looking into getting the a7ii for both good video and stills at a cheaper price point than the a7rii. Can you let me know if the a7ii software update made AF capabilities better than previous versions?

[@ameyahingane4730]

T5 with 18-55 refurb kit is selling for $200, Canon EOS 6D refurb body only for $900 and 5d Mark III for 1899 refurb which is a great value. All on Canon website

[@alemejia99]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge!!👍🏽👌🏽

[@ernestobalderramos5488]

Hey Tony, recent viewer been making my way through the majority of your videos for the last 9 months or so. Love the videos on OIQ and in general I love the technical component and how well you work it into your videos. I have learned a lot through your videos and have definitely become a better photographer as a result.That being said... I was confused as to why you gave Fujifilm absolutely 0 love on this video. Seriously 0 love.... How is that even possible???? I personally have been shooting for just over a year so I am fairly inexperienced, but I have taken a lot of time to become well informed. I started on an eos m, moved to an a6000 and have settled comfortably in the Fuji family. The advantages presented from the Fuji system are amazing. The beautiful rendition of jpegs out of camera is something none of the cameras you mentioned can do half as well as the fuji systems can. And for those who may not want to slide every photo they take through lightroom it's really a huge benefit. One specific example I want to bring up is the T6i with a nifty fifty for portraits. You claimed the body is $850 used, plus the lens for $110 brings the grand total to just about $1k. I also would like to mention that a huge majority of the money being spent on a camera body which will lose value much much faster than a lens would. Alternatively you could have recommended the Fujifilm X-E1system for about $400 used, and the 56mm f1.2 for about $650 used that takes portraits LIGHTYEARS better than the T6i with the nifty-fifty. Also the majority of money being is spent on a lens rather than the body means an overall smarter long term investment. If you wanted to go even cheaper still!! You could suggest the X-M1 for about $250 used and at this point you are paying even less for a camera that will blow the doors off the canon system you mentioned, for portraits, and STILL BE CHEAPER. So saying that the T6i is the lowest possible value for "serious" portraits is a bit absurd really when you could have recommended a system that takes better portraits for less money while making a more sound investment. To be honest I would love to hear your thoughts on why Fuji systems were omitted from this video, as someone who just found out what they really enjoy shooting with and who isn't far removed from being in a place where videos like this made a huge impact on where I chose to spend my money I can't help but wonder why there isn't a single spot on this video for Fuji system cameras? Thanks Tony and Chelsea, love the video and I will continue to support!

[@tburger3916]

All your information is a great help. Even after watching the same video more than once. :-) All that you and Chelsea do is appreciated. Please keep up the good and informative work.

[@isaiahfurrow7414]

thanks for pointing me to this video... I'm thinking that I will recommend the Pentax K-s2 to my friend, the kit with the 18-135mm lens looks like the most awesome "entry level" DSLR setup... if she can't swing or justify the price, I'm thinking of recommending other K-S2 kits, the K-50(which I have) and the Nikon D3300... other than DSLRs I'm thinking Panasonic Lumix lineup looks nice, the bridge cameras with the f/2.8 lenses mainly. Also looking into smaller and cheaper options with fast lenses and decent zoom range. Thanks again for the input! Loving your channel and book! Keep shining folks!

[@JoseAguilar-qu5yz]

Any reason why Samsung NX500 or NX1 didn't make these lists? When you gave your tutorial of the NX1 you seemed pleased with it for sports photography, so no mention of it was surprising.

[@xenoduck3189]

Because of the lenses and the system now being discontinued.

[@shadow7037932]

Factory refurbished Canon T5 and SL1s are available at Canon USA eStore for $200 and $250 respectively right now. These would be a better option than the T3 imo. Not sure if they are still available though.

[@NamasteHomiesPodcast]

Hi loved the guide, can you make a video about your audio setup? whenever I use two lavs close to each other it sounds robotic really appreciated

[@kimkay553]

Can you please make a video about used vs new vs refurbished cameras. I love how you explain things. Keep up the good work.

[@letstraveltogather]

Canon eos rebel t6i for me. Thank you so much for making this video...

[@AmazingBalochistan]

Great Tony Keep it Going on I Love you the way You are understanding begginers

[@regisoquendo]

Hi! Your videos are so helpful! Thank you! I was thinking about "downgrading" from my D610 for a X-T1 or Olympus E-M5, but surely reconsidering. I need something smaller and I shoot everything but sports.

[@TonyAndChelsea]

+Regis Nogueira The X-T1 is a bit smaller (though you'd be surprised how large it is). What keeps me from making it the top recommendation for any of these scenarios is the limited lens selection, and the high price of the lenses that do exist. Just be sure you know exactly which lenses you're going to get, and that they're satisfactory. I'll add that it's very difficult to compare that fairly, because nobody (including us) has done side-by-side tests of Fuji lenses vs. the Canon and Nikon equivalents.

[@regisoquendo]

+Tony Northrup Thanks! Can I get blurred backgrounds on my portraits with an Olympus E-M5 mark ii with such a small sensor?

[@sasheendowlath5245]

Another great portrait combination is the nikon D610 and 85mm 1.8G (not the 1.4)...that lens is stellar for the price

[@juliusalexander2275]

I love the 85mm 1.8G on the D800. It's really sharp

[@williamneuman7783]

I know this is a 2 1/2 y/o video but he recommends a Canon T3 which is cool. I have one, bought it in 2011 and I am happy with it. Yes, I wish I has more megapixels instead of 12.2 but it is a nice camera and I am looking at getting another lens for it. I have the 18-55mm IS kit lens and a Canon 55-250mm IS II zoom lens. Now to decide what lens to get.

[@jasonlax4112]

as always, great job. great perspective.

[@VadimsVizions]

Hey Tony. For video in sport would you recommend the A7Rii over the GH4?

[@giladgreen2294]

+Tony Northrup Hi, I'm planning on upgrading and getting a new camera for wildlife photography. I'm quite new to this field and up until now I had a Lumix fz-200 which gave really nice shots for wildlife - but lot the level I want :). I'm currently trying to decide between the d7200 and the 7d ii. I've watched your videos and I'm a bit confused. Some say that I'd rather go for the d7200 while others the 7d ii (I'm sorry I can't exactly recall which vids - gone through many of them lately). Is that image quality difference where the d7200 is better significant? In addition what lenses would you recommend. As I said at the beginning I never experienced playing with different lenses but I really enjoyed the versatile 25-600mm of the fz-200. I know you said in may videos that the canon 400mm is amazing but I'm not sure I'm ready for a prime lens because I still have a lot to work on my techniques. I was thinking on some sort of 18- +-150 lens and a bigger longer distance one. What do you think.

[@IIC4NCELEDII]

+Tony Northrup What do you think about a Sony A7R II with a Sony 28-135mm FE PZ F4 G OSS E-mount Power Zoom Lens?

[@kathleenpeartree4626]

Great information as always. I am just starting out and purchased sony a6000 in August. I'm looking to add my first lens to the kit. I'd like something versatile. I mainly shoot landscapes, family but as I learn more this may change a bit. All the info is great but can be a bit overwhelming to a beginner. Where would be a good place to start?

[@arbendaci1]

Great Video really, I bought sony nex -5r so what lenses are the best for it please.

[@shang-hsienyang1284]

Second hand D800e is so cheap now. It's possible to acquire them used (40000 shutter count) for around US$1200 in my country. You can spend another US500 to get a second hand Sigma 35mm f/1.4 ART. This combo is really incredible.

[@joebeard7387]

Hi Tony, I just made an opined comment on coloring of video presentation and this video is the hue I opine which is the more familiar imo, thanks and regards, Joe

[@aniketkawale5558]

Thanks for this video. It's good but it's old now. So which camera I should by for Portrait and Fashion Photography between Pentax K1, Sony A7R, Sony A7 ii or Sony A99?

[@1985Adonis]

Hey Tony, I would suggest that you check out a used Panasonic GX80/GX85 in the used under $500 range. It could give the other 2 a run for their money. Cheers.

[@sanketss84]

Very Informative and the one video i can share with my friends who also keep asking me this question a lot.

[@jaimaa79]

Thanks Tony. Great comparo as usual.

[@i7rs]

i think anyone watching these recommendation aren't looking for budget over 2000-2500. Here are few picks: -Fuji X-T10, Fuji X-T1 on mirror less-side compact size. -Canon 70D for video and general all around camera ( prices are stealer low currently) -Nikon D7100/D7200 for sports and second to none image quality. D7200 is better with higher buffer and low lights/ higher iso. D7100 better in lower iso. -Canon 7d mark ii for sports and wildlife, but D7200 can better choice on budget, if it is your first camera. in that price i would pick Nikon D750 (Grey Market) or D610 full frame Camera. - For over all best all around camera its always Canon 5D iii or Nikon D750. - Don't go for Nikon D810 or Canon 5dsr, cameras as your first. Not only camera, you need to get a very high performing computer setup to process and edit those huge files. *Lens is what that matters the most, do your research on lens first, calculate your budget, spend the remaining budget on Camera body. There is no point of spending like hell, just to take few shots in a week, unless you are a professional. And if you are a professional, you probably already know which gear is your next, for around last six months. On budget: -Fuji x-T10 - Get canon 550D used with kit lens. - Nikon D7100 is on steal at adoroma for under 500. Super STEAL! - Nikon d610 or grey market D750. - Canon 70D is also great overall camera, specially for video auto focus. - Anything less, your smartphone should be good enough! Lens, Lens, Lens, Lens, its all about the lens!

[@amitpatel2789]

Tony thank you for all the videos. They have been so useful to me and my friends. I am currently thinking to upgrade from crop to full frame camera and debating between Pentax k1 and Canon 5d Mark iv. I mostly shoot landscape, but am planning to try my hands in documentary style photography and wedding photography. I know you have mentioned in your Pentax k1 videos that it is more suited for landscape photography and slow paced photography. What are your thoughts on canon 5d Mark iv thinking about its effectiveness in documentary style photography, wedding photography and landscape photography. I have seen lots of landscape pics from canon 5d mark iv and they look equally good as Pentax K1. Do you have any experience with both of this cameras? In your opinion professional full frame camera is a multipurpose camera that will work for most styles of photography?

[@rammalvarez2664]

Your videos have been so useful to me that I had to buy your book "Stunning Digital Photography", I just bought it today, i'll be adding the other ones to my collection as soon I finish this

[@TonyAndChelsea]

+Ramm Álvarez Thanks!!

[@hyup_tattoo]

this video is perfect thank you Tony

[@sakibzubair1787]

what about the 1DXmark2? Great for video and stills.

[@BillyInnes]

The Costco by my house is selling both t6 and 70d bundles I know the 70d bundle was around $1300 came with stm efs 18-135 and the stm 55-250 thought that was a steal. Since I bought that stm efs 18-250 for $400 by itself and the camera for and 18-135 for 1500

[@gameshoes]

Tony, or Chelsea, I'm stuck in deciding if I should upgrade to the D5500 or the D7200. I currently have the D3300 and I wish to move up to a camera with better autofocusing, and bracketing. I'm not willing to move to full frame because of the lenses I have, such as the Sigma 18-35. As a hobbyist, I mainly do landscape and, I am also attempting to move towards wildlife photography. I am not terribly concerned with video work. I understand the D5500 has the articulating touchscreen which looks mighty useful whereas the D7200 does not. Would you prefer having that articulating touchscreen enough to choose the D5500 over the D7200? I also really like that smaller size which could be nice for traveling. However, I did see in your video that Chelsea preferred the D7200 over the D5500 for traveling, why is that? I also understand that the D7200 is currently the top dog when it comes to APS-C sensors and autofocusing. Is it better to just get the current "best" over buying the "middle" camera and upgrading later? I could save some money in the short run buying the D5500, but is that cost worth it if I want to get a better APS-C, equivalent to the D7200 (let's imagine the next gen gets a touchscreen), camera years from now? I know that there's a lot more to these cameras, but I'm betting that you know more about those than I do. Thanks for any responses. ADDED: Don't know if this is important but I am going to buy either camera used/refurbished. I am going to try to sell off the D3300 to help fund the purchase, so I am all in on the new body. ADDED 2: Would I perhaps be better off buying the D5300/7100? I kind of find the buffering on the D3300 to be a little maddening, but it's not the end of the world. In essence, as a hobbyist are the newer models just overkill for the money? According to DxOmark, some of the lenses I have seem to perform a little worse on the D7100 than the D3300. Should I be concerned about this or is this just ultimate nitpicking? ADDED 3: I currently have the Sigma 18-35 f1.8, Sigma 50-150 OS F2.8, the Sigma 50mm f1.4, the Nikkor 35mm f1.8G, and then a Sigma 2x teleconverter for the 50-150. So while I lack a super zoom for wildlife, I do have up to 150mm (or 300 with teleconverter) covered.

[@biscuitsalive]

Great recommendations. I do wish you would use the AKA on the canons though. The "t" range are all called something else in UK and many regions.

[@biscuitsalive]

T6i is 750d I believe.

[@TonyAndChelsea]

+biscuitsalive Good point, I always forget that Canon uses separate names... which is stupid of them.

[@biscuitsalive]

+Tony Northrup I agree. Only confusing. Thanks canon.

[@hazcat640]

Ah, the poor forgotten Pentax ;) I'm looking at getting the K-S2 early next year. I already have some old A type lenses from my K-1000 days and it seems like a good serviceable camera at a reasonable price.

[@hazcat640]

+The Hazcat BTW Tony, I watched your excellent basic tutorial on the K-S2 and that seemed to validate my decision. I will also be purchasing your digital photography guide. I have no desire to become a 'pro' photog but I do like to shoot so I might as well learn to do it well so I can get the most out of my photos and enjoy the memories when I review them.

[@gbcr09]

Hi! I am new to photography and I want to how much photoshop influences in day-to-day photos. So, do the landscape demo photos that you show between 9:12 and 9:42 have some photoshoping on them?

[@ChillWithMe_musics]

Almost all landscape photos need to be photoshopped, to bring out the details. The huge exposure difference between the sky and the land requires software post processing to bring them closer to how you saw it with your eyes.

[@gbcr09]

EDC Gadgets that makes sense, thank you!

[@orerororeo]

Great video .. What do you think about getting the Sony a5100 with the kit lens do you recommend it?I want a camera with excellent photos and video .. my budget is below 600 USDin case you recommend the Sony camera which lens do you recommend?I really appreciate any help .. Thanks

[@gilaxia]

Nice reviews Northrups, I've seen 5 or 6 videos about sony a7r 2 and I'm still not sure if speed buster metabones can be attached to it and used in crop mode? I have the buster and a lot of canon lenses. Thank you.

[@frankyvee1]

Very nice video and lots of good info. Not sure why the Nikon D610 was recommended over D750.. Couple hundred more for a better focusing system and low light performance.

[@TonyAndChelsea]

+Franky Vee Yeah, the D750 is better than the D610... but $400 isn't a small jump, and most people will get better results by putting that $400 into an extra lens. But if you have the cash, it's a great upgrade.

[@petermoeller5901]

+Franky Vee Here in NZ the D610 is $2300, the D750 is $2800, $500difference. I believe it is important to who you recommend a camera. In my case, I’m into people photography and I do about 50% outside and 50% studio. For my work the D610 is fantastic. Maybe for people who shoot a lot of concerts or similar low-light stuff, the additional $500 for the D750 is well spend, I’d rather invest the $500 in other gear. And just to stress that, I have used the D610 with a 24-70 2.8 or 70-200 2.8 (both Tamron) for weddings in near darkness and focusing takes a second, but catches. And yes, there was grain, but usable images with nice ‘atmosphere’. So the focusing system or low light ability of the D610 is by no means “bad”… it’s just not quite as good as the D750.

[@frankyvee1]

You can buy the D750 today for $1,559 on Amazon.

[@frankyvee1]

Here is the link: www.amazon.com/D750-Memory-5avecamera-Control-Wireless/dp/B013VPM01C%3FSubscriptionId%3DAKIAI62SSPLIHX7AR6PA%26tag%3Dsnapsort-us-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3DB013VPM01C

[@savaskeskin6692]

Thank you Tony. Very helpful.

[@johnturner9924]

Thanks for another great video Tony. I am hoping to get some advice on purchasing new camera gear. I am looking to get into portraits and weddings and was planning on purchasing Canon gear based of my history using canon gear (I do not currently own any gear) and the fact that you stated in a previous video you wanted to use Nikon but could not make the transistion to Nikon because of limits on your lens selection. Pair that with Nikon not working with the radio transmitter flashes like the YN600EX-RT, which I had planned to use mobil lighting. Now I am lost, when your advise is to purchase the D610. I have a $3500 dollars I planned on using to get started buying gear again. Any advise on how I should spend it?

[@joebeard7387]

Hi Tony, I opine: with the Sony adapter, I assume the electrics work through because it seems that some of these for other cameras may not? I look forward to hearing from you. thanks and regards, Joe

[@kingalias]

3:05 I'm jealous of that Flyknit Chukka collection!

[@pepe5148]

Thank you for this video! It gave me some new perspective! I want to buy a new camera, can you guys help me? Most of the time i will be taking family pictures (low light - indoors, kid's playing, vacation etc... ). I want something small, with easy to use auto settings (so my wife will love it) and something i can play with as advanced amateur. I'm strugglig with my choice between X-T10 16-50mm, OM-D E-M5 MK I 12-50 mm, OM-D E-M10 MK I 14-42 EZ and A6000. For now the E-M5 is my top choice because of it's body build i like the weight, solid constuction and image stabilization, but other options are also tempting. I'm worrying that E-M5 is much older then the others and it's only 4/3. My priority easy to use and good picture in low light. Budget around 700$ P.S. I know i want all in one but your opinion will be helpfull.

[@toshiro252]

I'm interested in trying out photography using a proper camera but I can't quite decide what to buy so I want to ask for your opinion. It's going to be my first camera so I want to get one that is cheap but worth its price. I intend to use it mainly for taking photos of landscapes and people. I'm still very much a beginner when it comes to photography. At the moment, I'm looking at getting a used Nikon D3300, but I want to get more opinions before jumping into it.

[@Halfpint71]

I have a "nifty 50mm" lens and i'm looking for a decent crab claw to scratch the lens up a little. Nothing too expensive just a cheap claw would do. Any suggestions? :) Totally agree on the D5500, i had one and it was mega! Just wish i'd kept it now. For sports (which i predominantly shoot), i'd suggest a 2nd hand 7D and either a Sigma 70-200mm f2.8 or a 2nd hand Canon 70-200mm f2.8 (not the IS version coz you don't need it for sports), a bit cheaper then $2000. I got all my gear, 7D and Canon 70-200mm for £1200 ($1800).

[@bakshobd]

i use to sony a6000 best photography can't tips suggest me please & photoshop ? Thank you

[@danielreyesespinosa]

+Tony Northrup Great video Have you tried the new Zeiss Batis lenses with the Sony A7r2? there is 25mm and 85 Or the new Zeiss Loxia lenses? You talked that you feel dissapointed with the zoom lenses, but what about the Primes from Sony? The macro 90mm, the Primes 35mm and 55mm from Sony?

[@MyMomSaysImSmart]

Their primes are fantastic (also the 90mm macro), but also very expensive. I don't think the Northrups have splurged on those just yet ;)

[@happymoments80]

hi, what is the best compact camera for video recording (concerts etc)... i appreciate your recommedation. Thanks!

[@curt248]

How does the focusing on the Sony A7R2 with the metabones IV with Canon L lenses compare to using it with the Canon 5D Mark III (or the 5DSR)? I've heard a few people being really happy with the performance of the Sony with the adapter and Canon L glass.

[@iSOBigD]

Good suggestions! I'm still wondering between the D610 and D750, is there really no reason to get the D750 for around $400 more? I'm seeing the D610 for around $1500-1600 Canadian and the D750 for around $2000 and I keep hearing the D750 has much faster focusing.

[@TonyAndChelsea]

+iSOBigD Yeah, the D750 is a better camera... you just have to weigh whether the tilt screen and superior focusing system will do more for you than $400 in lenses (or flash, tripod, etc). Whatever is the most bang for your budget!

[@iSOBigD]

Tony Northrup Thanks Tony. I'll wait until the spring and see which one is more worth it by then.

[@4gooch0]

Tony, where would place the Canon 70D with all of the these and what lens would you recommend for general all around photography with the 70D?

[@hypnozzz]

I understand why you're suggesting a high performance crop sensor for wildlife for getting even closer to the subject than with a full frame body with a same lens. What is your opinion on using a full frame body with a 1.4x teleconverter to "get even" on the field of view? Would a crop sensor body like 7dmk2 still beat it, when considering the noise vs. sharpness? I've never used a teleconverter but recently upgraded to a full frame body and this got me thinking about alternatives if I plan on purchasing a lens to cover 300-400mm areas.

[@TonyAndChelsea]

+hypnozzz Sometimes, depending on the lens. You'll probably lose AF with a teleconverter, and you probably won't get 10 fps. This has some info: kzbin.info/www/bejne/lYKToXtua9iSbMk

[@SVELFARO]

Thanks for the recommendations .

[@TonyAndChelsea]

+elfaroproductions You're welcome!

[@jmkariuki5863]

Hi Tony and Chelsea, Big fan of your channel. I don't know if still check comments on this video but I'm just wondering if you would recommend the D500 for any of the categories?

[@K-VR]

Hey Tony, what should I use for night photography , especially for startrails and milky way

[@TonyAndChelsea]

+633K-43V3R The most important thing is to get a really fast, wide lens, like the Rokinon 24mm f/1.4 (sdp.io/r24). Otherwise, a full-frame camera is really useful, and a tilt screen will help... so the D750 or a7r II.

[@K-VR]

+Tony Northrup I am out of luck on the camera department cause I own canon 700D and 18-135 kit lens with 50mm f1.8 so can I get some good pics with this setup or I'll have to buy the one you recommend.

[@K-VR]

+Tony Northrup and is sigma 18-35 f1.8 enough for it

[@snotlobber]

Tony, great video! I would like to throw another category into the mix... concert photography. Low light, flashing lights and of course.. fog machines. I have been using an A6000, with zeiss glass with 16-70/f4. While in optimum lighting, my success rate was quite high and I was satisfied with my images... dark venues unleashed a whole host of nasties. I then purchased a D750, 2.8 glass.. and just could not get the crispy sharp pix i was getting from the cheaper, crop sensor Sony. I was spending too much time in post. I see the Mark 3 in the pit quite often... is there a more budget friendly way to achieve Mark 3 like images? Video is not a concern... thanks

[@snotlobber]

+mtrac was considering a used d800, 5d mark2, and an eos 70d as possible candidates

[@TonyAndChelsea]

+mtrac Actually, the D750 with f/2.8 glass (or faster) should have been just about perfect. It should have about 4x less noise than the a6000, and will be MUCH sharper than the fairly unsharp 16-70 f/4.

[@snotlobber]

+Tony Northrup Would you personally choose the D800 over the 750?

[@snafujessa4858]

Hey Tony and Chelsea, i am thinking of buying a Nikon D3300,D3400 or D5300, what kind of lens would you prefer for landscape photography in the budget of 100-250 euros? and why?

[@TechLeatherCraft]

Great recommendations on this video. Covered a large range of prices and use scenarios.

[@TonyAndChelsea]

+TechLeatherCraft Thanks!

[@bgcalayag]

I bought a Sony A6000 two months ago and shoot my 9 year old indoor basketball games with this frequently. I also bought a Sony OSS 18-105mm lens for it. I do admit I'm not very satisfied with the clarity of the pictures. I'm not a professional but have used an older Canon for sometime until I decided to go with the A6000. The reason I did was because of the weight. Would you strongly recommend the Canon 7d Mark II over the Sony A6000 for indoor basketball photography? Your thoughts please.

[@RAKITHA9]

with the right lens ...yes the 7d is better

[@ChillWithMe_musics]

If you ever consider buying a 7D Mark II, get the Nikon D500 instead. It has the worlds best autofocusing system, and wipes the floor up with the 7DII on all frontiers, not even close... Get a Tamron 70-200 lens for it (does 99% the same as the Nikon 70-200), and you should have one of the best available indoor sport gear. But honestly, there is no reason to spend like 3000$, when you can get a D5300 for much cheaper (perfectly fine focusing system for cheap). But I still recommend the Tamron 70-200 regardless.

[@ripwildy2022]

I want to get a cheap starter camera to fool around with "light painting" photography, with the occassional portraits and macro photography. Would the Sony A6000 suit my needs?

[@TonyAndChelsea]

+Arnab RS Yes!

[@SakshamGupta]

Awesome video! The panasonic g7 is not available in india, so what should I choose canon 700d /t5i or the panasonic g6?

[@Prince_Charming_1]

Tony, you did a great job of review & recommend the cameras & lenses. I will definitely get the Sony 7R II. I wish Sony add the built-in intervalometer with the firmware.

[@andrewschafer3407]

Tony would you recommend the Canon 400 f5.6 prime over the Tamron 150-600 zoom?

[@nelajmario]

Thank you Tony for taking the time to make this video. I have already bough you camera & gear book and it helped me decide on my first camera(Canon T6S). However lately a friend offered me a used Canon 5D Mk2 for $100 cheaper than a new T6S. Which one would you recommend for someone`s first camera ?

[@Gen1gamer]

Your basically looking at two cameras one is 8 years old and the other is 1 year. Another way to think about this question is "Is full frame that important?", in my opinion NO it's not. ISO performance is another thing to look at between the two, I get the feeling the newer camera will be the better performer( i encourage you look that up yourself I maybe wrong). Unfortunately I'm not a video guy so the video stats on these cameras I can't relate to if that's what you intend to use these for.

[@nelajmario]

Thank you for the response. My thoughts were pretty much along the same line. I didn't realize that the 5D mk2 was 8 years old though. Another thing that scares me away from the 5D is that the Mk 2 has bad auto focus in all review videos i`ve seen. The only reason im considering this is because of the full frame sensor is supposed to be much better. Ill stick with my T6s option unless someone else can convince me otherwise. Thank you again.

[@thereviewtube7907]

hi,would recomend a Nikon D3100 for a first DSLR?

[@managereda]

Hi Tony, Should the AAF be taken in the decision of buying a new camera? I have the Sony A7 I I but knowing that there is the new A7RII without AAF makes me want to upgrade. cheers RJ

[@HHTV60]

I keep coming back to this video! Such great information even though you do tend to favour Canon more ;) I ended up getting a Panasonic Lumix DMC FZ-300 that I now use for my KZbin videos. Great cam! Thanks for the advice!

[@drobdelayed]

What are your thoughts on bridge cameras for everyday use? (rx-10 ii, fz1000) The allure for me is always having a camera on me. Even though they have fixed lenses, they have some zoom and are decent quality. I know the sensors are smaller but isn't an rx-10 sensor better than say a t5i?

[@just4all1]

my canon 70d was not featured :( ... im sad

[@MrJueKa]

+just4all1 neither my beloved Nikon D700 :(....I`m sad, too

[@MickFriis]

+just4all1 Who cares , those are just good suggestions , the 70D is also an amazing camera, im sure Tony would agree on that too .. Its all about what works for you ... My 6D didnt get mentioned either, but that is like my baby - Just get out and shoot ! :)

[@Pranav_m_Mistry]

Hi! you haven't mentioned D750. Would you recommend it over 7D m2 as they both fall in the same price bracket for me. And for 70-200 I currently cant afford the canon IS version so would you recommend the tamron or sigma version?

[@Hellbound831]

what do you think of the Sony rx100 I and the rx 100 ii since those are the ones I can afford? I would like to take good night pictures of cars and nature. I do want to get involved more into photography than just a phone camera. my nexus 6p has a good camera but for those cool night shots its just cutting it.

[@26Bluegb]

For low-light,inside churches, and landscape would you do the Sony a6000 over the Olympus 10 for a newbie?

[@stevenperry4973]

If you're primarily taking pictures, I would recommend the Nikon D5300 or D5500, which you can get for around $600. In my experience the Sony does not focus well in low light. Most DSLRs have s better focusing system, and the inexpensive (relatively) Nikon bodies have great dynamic range.

[@stevenperry4973]

Primarily in low light*

[@MyMomSaysImSmart]

The a6000 does okay focusing in low light, but a crop sensor will never give you great image quality in low light regardless.

[@26Bluegb]

+Steven Perry I will look into those two. Thank you for your input. I'm going to be traveling with it, so I wasn't really thinking DSLR,but we'll see.

[@rebekkanaber8523]

Hey Guys, GREAT Videos! I wonder though: When will the next update come to: What camera should I buy? Since this is almost a year old? Especially I wonder for the part video AND stills: a recommendation in lower budget and possibly APSC sensor ? Thanks

[@SWalks2000]

Uh oh. Just bought a Lumix G7 with the 14-140 kit lens but I don't do huge amounts of video. I am mainly photographing wildlife have I made a mistake? A Jessops assistant recommended it for me as a first interchangeable lens camera and someone who has had 3 previous Panasonics. Compared to my previous Panasonic FZ-150 it is great. But have I made a mistake?

[@andrelousada]

I would love to hear your thoughts on the A77ii focusing system against the 7Dii. And why not use the Sony mount sigma with the A7Rii? Does the Metabones work better than the LA-EA3 adaptor?

[@xenoduck3189]

Well, if you want to use other lenses than sigma, the mc-11 is not great.

[@Kelkschiz]

Don't recall seeing a review of that fz300 on you channel. Or am I mistaken?

[@EpicOD11]

Hey Tony, I love to support your channel an easier way to get myself and others to visit the links your showing is to list them on the description this makes it easier to click the link and you guys get paid :)