Why I'm Bored Of Making Camera Reviews

[@tombuck]

Outstanding points at the standing desk 🙌

[@PeterLindgren1]

I miss these puns ❤️

[@AkaBull]

Only Tom lol 😂

[@FreakUnboxer]

@@PeterLindgren1 @tombuck I found my two favorite Creators in a comment, I thought I'd say hello and that Peter I think this is becoming much more so with "micro Creators", very pushy attitudes from agencies.

[@EposVox]

I'm so glad this feeling is spreading. :)

[@ntstudio28]

Thanks!

[@BlackBearForge]

While I don't make tech or gear videos, I have had similar feelings about KZbin in general. It seems to be turning into one big sales pitch. This year I am being much more selective about who I will do sponsored videos for and have nearly eliminated any affiliate marketing type videos. It's painful from an income point of view, but i am enjoying making videos more than I have been. Hopefully my viewers will enjoy the change and chose to support the channel in other ways.

[@DanYosua]

The best part about this recent “drama” is that it sends a clear signal to companies to double down on product-led growth. Make the best fricken thing, fully bake the firmware, and then hand it to marketing to let it loose with creators in a hands-off way. That’s a lot easier said then done, but there seems like a hole in the market for a brand to wear the crown of “we put out solid devices (maybe a tad slower) but they work really well on day 1”

[@northernframes]

24:10 Am I the only one who felt Peter would continue with Gerald's line? "I'm done" 😅

[@aleksandergowacki3012]

I was waiting for that 😂

[@iDroneLab]

Hey Peter, Absolument true !!! In fact I stopped reviews drone’s, for exactly the same reason.. Zero innovation and more marketing than anything else..

[@JHawk]

Well said!

[@JaymieJones]

Right on Peter!! I love the fact that you are pushing that you don't need the next "greatest" thing, using what you have is all you need... to an extent.

[@lampiditesla]

Peter, I totally understand you. In my channel (Tesla focused) I have never accepted any kind of collaboration. No sponsorships, no agreements. Only original contents, no pressure. Do your stuff 😉

[@WhatGear]

I totally agree with this. It can sometimes feel like selling your soul for money...but that is what a job is for most people in a traditional sense. Just talking from my own experience as someone who had to work a full time regular job for many years whilst side hustling on YT to escape the rat race. When I eventually began receiving brand offers. It's very hard to say "NO... I'm happy with the 500 quid a month I'm making & NO I'm not interested in receiving any pre-release products" While it would be very honourable to do so. I think realistically, doing that at that point would have burnt bridges before having a chance to build them... I learnt that the hard way and even today there are several big brands that won't send me anything. Realistically it makes more sense to be more selective once you're actually making steady money without the deals and product opportunities. Well at least enough money to pay the bills. But saying that. I have always found it way more fun making videos that I want to make without a brand looking over my shoulder.... So I'm trying to find that balance at the moment. *Big respect to brands that don't insist on forcing creators to push a narrative* 😂 He says as he's about to drop two sponsored pieces 🤦

[@EposVox]

I don't think I realized how blurred the lines were between "sponsor" and "review" in the camera space. Some of this stuff - even the "good" exchanges - would not remotely fly in other scenes. Wild.

[@RobinHedstrom]

Very important video. Thank you Peter for sharing your thoughts!

[@AkaBull]

I’ve been watching some videos lately of everyone saying KZbin is saturated with content creators. So you seen one review of a camera you’ve seen it all because everyone is regurgitation the same thing.

[@Alton_Roundtree]

They are all making the same videos. None of them are doing anything different.

Except for Philipp Bloom and Gerald.

[@AkaBull]

Agreed 👍

[@chrisharris_arizona]

Good perspective. I like that you touched on selling. During this last week of camera drama, so much has been made about the relationships of brands and creators and the truth about products. The truth about products IS important but for me, I’m tired of creators (and brands) selling to me constantly. I don’t want to be sold on something. I want to see cool videos. You brought up your Inspire 3 video, which is a great example of where I didn’t feel I was being sold to, and I remember that video because of how it showed what a cool tool it could be in capable hands. Off the top of my head, I don’t remember the camera stuff that was more about selling because it all blends together. I’m with you in that I want to see cool videos and after talk about the experience with the tool (more importantly, the techniques) that was used rather than spec sheet being read to me.

[@mylhainen]

Thanks for this! I always watch the embargo date videos from certain youtubers. However, I also always wait for Philip Bloom's reviews which never come on embargo. He does such thorough and thoughtful reviews that they are worth the wait.

[@TechMixr]

Just finished your video and this was extremely insightful. I’m just under 2000 subs and a brand reached out for a non sponsored review which I completed. They were very excited about the content I made and how it performed and have offered me a sponsorship for the next video. I’ve always done my best to be as real as possible with my audience. Gerald’s video came out Friday so I shot a sort of response as he mentioned new creators who are entering the space of brand collaboration. I shot and posted the video on Sunday which- if I’m being honest, is a little harsh (not towards Gerald, but towards content creators who don’t tell the entire truth) Long story short, you’re proving to me why I want to maintain complete integrity and only want to take on sponsors I stand behind. Thank you for affirming that I’m not insane 😂❤️💪🏾

[@razafiarisonmichael4421]

Thank you for your honesty, looking forward to the real world practices you want to share, we all need it as consumers and producers. We don't enjoy learning about the gear, we enjoy using it and see how it performs in practice that makes sense for us to buy them ! Thank you !

[@Debtfreehomesteaders]

Loved this! I love your transparency and honesty and that you choose to work with brands that respect “your” honest transparency. -Will

[@imvitaly]

I feel you man - you've evolved with time and you speak the truth about the chase of "latest and greatest". Sometimes we just need to STOP - and embrace what we have, learn the full potential of it and actually enjoy it for the long run. What happened to the times when you bought a piece of tech and it was a super reliable and you kept using it for 10+ years sometimes even 15 years. Keep sharing your thoughts, you got plenty of valid points :)

[@LivingLifewithJudith]

I have a chronic illness that makes reading and understanding what I read difficult. So, the kind of reviews I like are when creators compare, by giving the specs of 2 similar products of 2 different brands. Then I can decide which one suits me best. That way I don't have to read information on the product. You have given a lot of good info on how to deal with brands! And I totally agree you shouldn't have to be pressured to make a positive review. People want honest reviews.

[@PeterLindgren1]

Yeah, those kind of videos are pure fun! That's why i bought some drones last year and just went out to test!

[@MrMxTech]

Sadly DJI in Mexico is soooo different but mi hopes are up hearing your experience ;)

[@PeterLindgren1]

That sucks to hear.

[@johnnybermudez]

This is why you are one of the handful creators I still watch religiously. Had to be said and covered. Thanks for the honesty brother! Sounds like we need a New B-Roll series! 🤣💪🏽🎥 FYI I've had my FX3 since the beginning and you are spot on!

[@rasterizedvectorized]

we will always support you Pete. whatever the situation is.

[@pascalbasel]

Focus pumps and the colors look quite different from your other videos. Am I right thinking that you got a new camera? ;-)

[@PeterLindgren1]

Gotta update the FX3 and get the focus breathing under control haha. Haven't bought anything new though, still shooting on the trusty 24 mill!

[@crashannburnFPV]

"teach a man to fish" It would be interesting to see a video reviewing companies and the experience working with them. This could be a good input for everyone as well as the companies themselves and make the "bad" ones think of how they maybe should work with "the small people".

[@ActualCounterfactual]

Agree 100% with this title, because ALL cameras are good enough nowadays, there are no "technically bad" ones .... it is now a question of personal taste + preference. We can shoot all we need under almost any setup/situation using anything thats on sale in the camera stores.

[@PeterLindgren1]

Completely agree!

[@natureredux1957]

Well all cameras aren't good enough. Which is why so many folks are now using their so called smart phones instead because some Reviewer they trusted but hardly knows what was right for them, states what you just did. So no, you are completely wrong. Which is yet another Huge problem within photography, far too many folks think they know what is or isn't good enough for anyone but themselves.

[@RedLegPiper]

Nobody needs 8k video. Hell most people still watch 1080p or 4k

[@Photomeike]

👏👏👏

[@GadgetsBoy]

each to their own

[@PeterLindgren1]

Of course!

[@piusgyagenda]

Hello Peter, Thank you for sharing these thoughts. This is something that we all need to think about moving forward because like it or not there are people who take content any person creates and it's heart breaking for someone to buy a product because you said it's nice and that person ends up getting disappointed.

[@ItzSKYVlogs]

Bro.. I literally said this like a year ago. Here’s a quote from ya boy sky money “are we getting cameras to just talk about it.? Or are we getting cameras to tell boss stories!”

[@Nextsession271]

Peter Bro. You're a true man of integrity, and I respect you highly for that. I will continue to rock with you no matter what your topic.

[@IntrovertAmateur]

Thanks a lot for your take on this Peter! As a small channel gear is very SEO friendly which helps to drive views and growth which I definitely can see on my channel. but Gerald said it and you underlined it: nowadays everything is about sells and being first is not needed to get views. I love tech and gear, but in my mind I just want to show my viewers what I’m interested in and share my experience of the gear I paid with my own (9/5 job) money. Seeing your and Gerald video simply gave me confirmation I should go more on the route of old stuff / long term experience reports. Currently I’m working on a video about the Sony RX100 - yes the OG one from 2012 :) Have so much fun with that small beast lately. Thanks again Peter!

[@BLUEEYEDESIGN]

You are a real one ! Chicago still watches your content.

[@logancrim4168]

I couldn’t agree more!! I find myself questioning whether I should buy or wait on almost all video products instead of maximizing the potential of the gear I already have.

[@TheNorthernExplorer]

Bloody brilliant video Peter! You hit the nail on the head! I have to say I love the honest raw way you create, no bull sh1t! I notice whenever a new product comes out all the big KZbinrs come out with a review of it, I’m tired of watching them I want to see the videos like the ones when you started , things your passionate about etc. I don’t mean you more KZbinrs in general. I hope this makes sense 😂 That’s one thing I’m trying my best to do on my channel but like you also said you need to make money and get views etc so it’s a bit of a compromise on both sides.

[@ericrjennings]

i literally just posted a video about this and I feel exactly the same. Great video.

[@don7117]

This is what makes this Peter different from the 'other' Peter and others. You can believe what you see on this channel. Yes, we all need to make an income, but it needs to be based on honesty. Some of the other channels have turned into literal soap operas. They exist for little more than to shill a product. Thank you Peter L. My favourite YT creator.

[@gearadventures]

Glad you are doing things the way you are. I personally go to small channels for reviews. Most big name KZbinrs are just informercials for products and you never get the real reviews. Granted sometimes small channels will also sing praises to try and get attention on companies, but if I spent 3k on a camera and it isn’t working right I am letting someone know. So small channels tend to be more honest. Glad you are be more open about products reviews and saying your actually experience.

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

Great take on this. I definitely feel the same when it comes to youtube channels. A lot of gear reviewers. Nothing wrong with it, just hard to find fun inspiring creators.

[@ryanlindner8665]

Thanks for being you and all the great videos. So much truth here.

[@Cahyo_purnama]

what lens did you use in the opening video? 24 mm ??

[@Jimmiehammarstrom47]

Long term reviews are the best!

[@StudioBuilder]

I like how some creators, like Jesse Driftwood, have started referring to their videos as "Showcases" instead of reviews. That feels a lot more honest and forthcoming and a way to still work with brands that isn't devaluing your reputation capital. I think SHOWCASE is the perfect term we should be widely adopting when working with brands on product seeding where they have a saw in the editorial outcomes, versus a review, in which they do not have a say in the editorial outcome..

[@BigKahunaFPV]

I think your decision is absolutely right. Your FPV video brought me back to your channel and I hope more videos like this follow 😊

[@thomashilmersen711]

Totally true. This is why whenever I get GAS, I go back and look at the reviews of my cameras and lenses, when they first oame out. Back then, everyone thought they were the best thing since sliced bread.

[@JohnWi11is]

Great video Peter!! So Raw & authentic… very true about the current state of reviews. You do what you want mate, we’ll still watch 🙌🏻

[@phillip.ingham]

I admire your message about only doing honest reviews. I personally prefer the product videos where folks having been actually using the product for a number of months, rather than the press-release/manual read ones that all get released on embargo day. And if that frees up a little more time in your schedule for family stuff (or making one of your other videos) then I’m good with that! Stay safe

[@stanleymakafui]

Pete, these are some of the things that get some of us to stay around. There's just so much pressure, even on us the consumers. Thanks for keeping it clean❤

[@melissaparks5947]

Agree so much. Everyday something new comes out. You can never be satisfied with equipment you have at the moment

[@carswithaaron]

This is such a sigh of relief to hear this!! I stopped following SOOOOOOO MANY " influencers " because all they become are just glorified KZbin infomercials.. They get a product for a day.. run over the specs in a video and run with their $bag$ & gear... NO WAY can you give a proper review on a product that hasn't even been properly used for a healthy length of time. YOU influencers have the power to change the industry for the better for all of us. you are there top market advertisers.

[@mrglock86664]

I agree! Well said!

[@SolveTheSpooky]

Mate agree …. Fyi your power bank for batteries and my Sony is the bomb here in Australia !!! Best thing I’ve bought

[@PeterLindgren1]

Appreciate the support mate!

[@SolveTheSpooky]

My absolute pleasure

[@OGarcesArt]

Can more creators jump on this and actually back it up? I will always respect honesty and transparency over anything else. You are a creator, not the brand’s sales man. People want authentic content, reality and truth.

[@simonthorley]

Great video it’s awesome to hear the truth about products not just how the company wants it to sound 👍

[@boostfx4203]

So true. Recently I needed a new camera for work. And I debated for some time whether to wait for an A7siii successor. But after a lot of thinking I just got it. All great cameras today will still be great tomorrow.. Plus we spend soooo much time with thinking about gear acquisition, this time should be spend shooting and working on our craft.

[@cwbrn]

As a viewer, I’ve got to admit, I too am sick of reviews. If I want to see a review, I will go to one of channels that specialise in reviews (there are some great review channels, but also some really bad ones). One of the things that keeps me coming back to your videos is your authenticity. Sadly, that’s a trait that becoming increasingly rare as more and more creators become salespeople for the brands who fund their lifestyle. There’s a choice to be made when it comes to brand representation and I’m glad you’re making the better choice. Let Peter be Peter!🤘

[@tommymejiaen]

Totally agree with you, thanks for helping us the new creators :)

[@VladislavNovickij]

This was a joy to watch. Well said. Greetings from Lithuania 🤗

[@ReviewsWithRich]

Nice to see this transparency buddy. The fx3 looks amazing by the way. No need to change it. Your journey is more compelling

[@EdgardB]

I agree 100% i’ve received tons of products that I never reviewed. I chose what to review

[@assadaliassadali2427]

I learning so much from your videos brother God bless you always

[@PaulFeinberg]

Good thoughts as always. I just enjoy watching whatever you make. I will be here!

[@NithilanDhandapani]

It’s been so long since I have seen you video the moment you have released Sir 😄 happy 🕺🏻✨ I’m sending this comment even before listening to the video.

[@PAJ2396]

I think it’s been an interesting few days or maybe even a week in the camera world. You said something about the gear that you have and how it works great and how reviewing the next camera might not be what you want to do because you already enjoy what you have. I’ve said this to almost anyone who has listened lol but I think these camera companies have been kind of getting over on us, and maybe even getting over on you all as creators. I say that because within the past 5 to 6 years, in my opinion there hasn’t been more than maybe two cameras that I’ve been released that I’ve been like sold on, to where I’ve thought about making a change. All of these cameras are REALLY GOOD, and at the end of the day it’s up to the user in most cases to get the most out of them. Especially when you’ve hit the mirror less era of any of these camera brands, what more can these cameras do that’s making me want to move onto to the newest one every few years? Cameras are designed to last, and to last a long time at that. In most cases when I am watching creators on here review cameras I’m usually left saying “ehh, nice video, but what does this do that the other one realistically can’t do?” And that’s not anything on you all, it’s simply that I think these cameras are all REALLY GOOD and if im seeing only minimal changes, then I know you all are. And to me, that could get boring or old as well. We’re living in a time where we want something new all the time, but the camera world to me is the exact opposite of that; you don’t need a new camera every year or two because of how well they are made and how well lenses are made. So the essence of this world of cameras is changing in a way I don’t think it was ever designed to be. I could go on and on but I’ll stop here, just my two cents.

[@perhat22photo]

Great video! As a new KZbinr now and even before I always enjoy watching reviews but hate seeing ones that just praise the gear and don't point out the bad. We need more people on the platform like you, Gerald, camera conspiracies, etc who say it like it is. After starting youtube I felt the need to buy more and more gear to be able to make reviews about it, but I am glad I didn't and have kind of changed my mind on how I want to approach things. it feels like GEAR and PHOTO/VIDEO are 2 different things. You need gear to do the craft but you don't need the newest and latest, you don't need comparisons, all you need is A CAMERA and A LENS (or a few, but not all of them) and at the end of the day doing the craft is more fun than talking about what you could do with a camera and looking at the camera but never using it.

[@Travel-vlogKent-zv9hb]

Nice video. I felt that I had to change the area as well so now it happened.

[@kevgoes]

I always respect and appreciate your thoughts about stuff like this. This is our world unfortunately. Consumerism is real and we've been trained from a young age to want the latest and greatest. I still use a canon m6 to make my videos because it works for what I do. Most of the time the equipment that we already have can do enough for what we need. Thanks for the great video bud!

[@shmuelaryehkoltov241]

Totally get you. All these gear reviews and "the new this, the new that" totally misses the mark. What reviewers should ask and talk about is "is this something that you need? Is this something that is worth to invest more money in? Which consumer does this cater to and if not you, don't buy it but think about this thing instead!" Gear is expensive and the companies want KZbinrs (and other "influencers") to sell it for them. They don't care about what the consumers need, they care that they buy whatever the companies put out on the market, and then manipulate the consumers into thinking that they need this product.

[@solomonericfilms]

You're new studio looks so sick bro, It honestly doesn't even look real, But I know it's real cuz we saw you build it 😄 Awesome man! Congrats 🎉!

[@catalin-ap]

Very good video and completely agree! The difference here is between brands that are smart, believe in their products, and are transparent and etical, and respectful towards creators. AND brands that want to lie and manipulate to artificially increase the hype on their product, and which can use budding (and not only) creators that are overhyped and pumped and feel important that a huge brand collaborates with them or pays them, that they are willing to manipulate their audience a bit and have a lack of transparency on their contract with that brand, or just lie on some specs. Recent example: with the Panasonic S9, SOME (not all, clearly) creators said that: 1. it's enough good of a travel photo camera - no problem with that rolling shutter of that well-known 24 MP FF sensor, and lack of mechanical shutter! 2. lack of hot shoe - no problem, on a $1500+ "hybrid" FF camera 3. ridiculous 10/15 min limits for video on a $1500 FF vlogging camera - no problem, deal with it; if you don't like it, it's not for you! Let's not forget that Panasonic were the first to offer unlimited 4k recording without the damned 30 min limit, with the GH5 if I'm correct, when everybody else had that limit for even year after on most of their cameras! And the Sony ZV-E10, at about $500, can record unlimited 4k, HAS a mechanical shutter (with even 2 curtains), and a hot shoe. And recently I've also seen the extreme with these, where the product is actually a blatant lie and scam: the Rabbit R1 and the AI Pin, lying by the book.

[@bigjimstream]

Product reviews seem to do very well for a short period of time. I think the best type of video is to go over photography fundamentals that don't change over time. People will watch that type of video for years. Then you could sprinkle in some gear reviews that really get your blood flowing :).

[@Squidpaws-]

Hey Peter. I understand what you're saying, and I can only imagine how boring and repetitive the gear reviews must get, but here's the thing. I would not know anything about cameras and lenses or how to use them and the various settings if it wasn't for channels like yours. Sometimes, it's very important to just know the specs and a creator that you can trusts opinion on a certain product. I'm sure you will come up with some very interesting ways to continue with what makes it fun for you. I'm excited to follow along with you my friend, and thank you for sharing your honest thoughts 🤙

[@fanat1c]

Well said. On that note. Cool cap. Whats the brand? :) :)

[@PeterLindgren1]

Thanks! It’s my own brand 🫡

[@ag56760]

I personally appreciate much more long term reviews. Thanks for sharing this 🙌👍

[@piperski_blavor]

Total respect man!

[@TheHopelessGeek]

I agree with your point about sponsored content. I HATE it when companies want me to do this and that. Like, if you're confident, why ask me to amend something? 😅 And some companies are like, "oh, we can't pay you, but our product will bring you lots of views". Then why are you asking me to promote it, if it gets lot of views by itself? 😂 I decided to dial down sponsored content a lot from now on.

[@pancholini]

So many languages and this man decided to speak the truth

[@TimBrownTown]

With my very small channel, I usually only make a review video when I'm A. Authentically wanting to or have already purchased a product/service, etc. or B. Have a unique take on something. So, I'm glad that I'm not dependent on KZbin for my lifestyle because I already feel the pressure to put out at least 2-3 videos a month. As a viewer, I typically only subscribe to smaller KZbinrs (with you being one of the exceptions) because all of the larger KZbinrs are essentially saying the same things, and I'm going to get fed their content anyway.

[@hangingoutwithryan]

Great points of view Peter 👏👏

[@assadaliassadali2427]

Always love your videos brother assaali from Kenya Mombasa Africa

[@ClockworkApe]

That's exactly why we watch your channel. You keep doing you! 👍

[@AmphybiousScooterBoy]

Few years back i went to get a Canon camera, got sold on a Sony a6300. Needed it for our wedding. Was not a fancy wedding at all and i was the groom, DJ and photographer, sounds stupid but possible) as the camera got passed around and others took pictures with it too. Not knowing much about photography or sooting videos the camera sat in a drawer for couple years after that. In time i started watching you tube videos on these topics and started using said camera as my interest grew. I watched a lot of you guys talk about gear and ways to use it and so i made some choices on new lenses, a flash, trigger, ND filters and so on. Even watched videos on gear i never intended to purchase. I gererally take pictures and make some short videos (nothing near the quality you do), however nothing to make me money. Just to share with friends. I know you guys use much better equipment than what i got, but the up side was at least that most of you used Sony with similar functions. Over time i would spend more time watching videos on photography techniques from various youtubers. Then came a point where i could no longer relate in any way as i felt that they got so good at their skills, that any improvement is left to the gear, and out came the Hasselblad. That sh!t is expensive. I hoped to get the a7IV but there were other priorities. What i am saying is that i can’t relate to some you tubers, and i just don’t watch their videos anymore. I use my camera as a hobby, i get some good pictures out of it, ok videos, i work with what i got. And from my level listening to people complain about a camera 10 times better than mine missing some upgrade they were hoping for, got boring long time ago All the best 👍

[@stealtheo]

Unless the product has some major updates and not a yearly minor update It doesn’t make sense to upgrade. Too many companies only add a small incremental change and call it a upgrade

[@BehindTheNeedle]

Go Peter! Respect!

[@Smart-Alex]

Good points. I'm still rocking a Lumix LX100 and enjoy it - talk about long-term user :)

[@DimitriFarkas]

You hit the nail many times with this one and I think in fact camera reviews have to change. It always bothered me when content creators make a review of a more cinema oriented cameras. Sure they have a lot to say but end up butchering their products because it’s something that’s not really meant for them and from my point of view that’s really the problem. It’s very different to say: I don’t find this camera useful than “MFT is dead”, like Undone did and from then his “incidents” with LUMIX. In order to have a healthy relationship, brands shouldn’t hand their products to everyone and content creators, like you do, should cherry pick what they’re going to review to avoid saying thing like “Panasonic is dead” or “M4/3 is dead” and antagonize people.

[@theautomationchannel6920]

I would suggest...reduce the response of autofocus...it is changing very fast...making backgrounding sort of popping ..

[@PeterLindgren1]

I'm gonna add in some focus breathing comensation. I've noticed that it breathes way too much too.

[@theautomationchannel6920]

@@PeterLindgren1 we love u peter.. I remember 5 years ago when i click subscribe and watch every single video .. GOPRO Broll make cinematic… I think your are one if the reasons this buzz word “Cinematic” is everywhere now. Wish you happy life & wife

[@iamalexchua]

All points are very accurate. I think that most of the people calling out the KZbinrs who promoted the Lumix S9 are being called out because they are pushing a generally bad product and selling it as an awesome camera that will last for ages. The S9 has great bells and whistles but its specs are so short lived that citing your point of consumerism, people will get tired of its shortcomings fast and just throwing money to Lumix unnecessarily

Appreciate that🔥 great video!

[@JohnSauler]

You are absolutely correct, When new gear comes out the creator that says this is their greatest camera or lens, said that about the previous model. They're good at making us feel like the A7IV or the Sigma 50mm Art lens I have in my bag are POS's. Keep up the great work.

[@JezzLundkvist]

I having the same feeling about my art book reviews. Buying to get a review up fast, just to get views... Instead of just exploring what the book really has to give. Will it make me a better artist or not.

[@LazyManJoe]

Good points in the video. It's fine if it's not what you want to do & I respect that a lot. As a consumer, it does help to have someone do a review on a product, but like you said when the embargo drops suddenly there are 100's of videos with the "same" content. I like to see the 1st unboxing to see what you get, but that's also getting cliche (there only so many options to open a box 🙂) I prefer seeing the product being used in a real-life situation and hear about the lessons learnt while USING the product. I'll still be watching you videos 🙂

[@bobcustoms]

As a pro consumer I agree with you take bit believe there is room or more so a need for both. I don't have the income to buy the latest and greatest camera every time it comes out so I watch a ton of gear videos to make the most informed decision for the price that I can. But then find myself overwhelmed learning my way around how to get results out of my gear right away. I use cameras, and drones on a weekly base but have to sell one camera to get another so I don't have time to play with a new camera before I need to use it on a professional level. So definitely could use more on the way of weeks after a new gear is launched seeing how to get good results videos.

[@TechMixr]

Just got notified about this video. Just started it and looking forward to your take on all of this.

[@ChadsGarage1]

I’m with you. I’ve taken a huge hit in views because I’m shooting videos I want to instead of videos that would get views. My views are way down but I’m happier. However, KZbin is not my full time job so I don’t have that pressure.

[@randyrektor]

This sentiment translates into other niches too. I review audio equipment, and now most budget tools have *most* of the features, crammed in the same size body, with negligible differences in quality. It makes reviews kind of boring. Nothing that exciting about every product being the same.

[@AirFuzz]

Your videos are amazing 🙌 no need for an upgrade. Done.

[@Nonixification]

I agree, there was an other famous youtuber he bought an ARRI then closed the youtube channel in few months.

[@garfieldmtify]

Peter, YOU got it. It has become truly about $$$. Normal to get bored when most is the same, same, same. You have enough people subscribed you could start craving a different path if you decided. You know if you offer value more than likely will follow you. What's the biggest thing right? ...probably, AI, lots to talk about, about that. (once I was into "GAS," then I was able to step back away from it looking at that behaviour objectively. Then I was pulled back into that as a result of a good friend. Then I stepped away again because I could see the behaviour occurring again. Even mentioned that to my friend who I do not think he could see that because he was in it. Again I have stepped back from it, not being pulled in and slowly watching my friend arriving at a similar place. I suppose maybe in a way it might be like when people get older, then start to realize there is all this stuff they do not need and they start to down size, know what I mean? Peter, Crave your own path mate, the way you decide for which gives you joy, excitement and peace.)