Why I sold my favourite camera

[@NegativeFeedback]

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[@tenzout886]

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[@GeoffreyGonzales]

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[@AndreLieberher]

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[@bamy546]

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[@renguney]

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[@jamesbrockett786]

The reason he really sold it is because all the film youtubers only have one mamiya 7 they share and it was William Verbeeks turn. Don’t worry georgie it will be yours again in 6 years time.

[@OldCameras]

James Brockett I’ve been waiting for 5 years 🙄🤞

[@BoostFutbol]

James Brockett 😂 dead

[@colstoun4762]

🤣🤣🤣

[@drew8235]

This is kinda what I was thinking but glad someone confirmed.

[@axlk-hq8qf]

this new style of filming is honestly so refreshing and calming..i love the stillness in every shot, they look like paintings coming to life

[@Steezysterling]

"no one is going to know what camera you took unless you put it in the instagram description" nothing but facts

[@AnthonyRecenello]

Hey George-please keep making videos just like this. This is a great evolution of your aesthetic.

[@dkelley703]

Talent recognizes talent

[@DecentGatsby]

*future NegativeFeedback episode* “Why I bought my favorite camera”

[@mastaw]

Again

[@coreywolfenbarger8992]

As a more casual, still walking around type photographer it will always be for me. I've always wanted to say as someone who hasn't missed a video on this channel and have rewatched some videos what feels like a hundred times, i will always be thankful for your transfer of love for this camera. i am sure i would have found it along the way, but it will always be tied to the older walking around videos and wanting to make nice medium format photos like yours when i only owned a cheap 35mm camera. cheers to the rz67 journey

[@NegativeFeedback]

I’m not crying, you are

[@BoostFutbol]

I finally caved a couple days ago and bought a Mamiya 7, literally because of the high opinions of you two. Fascinating to see you both evolve as artists and that you for passing on what you learn as you discover it.

[@yuottut8926]

How come you only reply to other photography youtubers. You have over 200k people supporting, I know you can’t respond to them all but don’t just stay in your bubble. It makes you look even more pretentious. Just saying.

[@NegativeFeedback]

Yuot Tut that’s not true, look a bit further through the comments

[@emiliohernvndez]

I hoped this drives the prices down 🤞🏽

[@peskymacaw9033]

"Jason Kummerfeldt aka Grainydays uploads a video where he shows how amazing the Mamiya 7 is"

[@caldera878]

Prices keep on going up until influencers stop using them.

[@BoostFutbol]

Just bought one yesterday. Can confirm it has not. 😂 Prob could have waited a couple more weeks to see if this created any waves in demand though.

[@jimbarnard6749]

Haha seriously? NF does not dictate the camera market that much. There are literally 1000's of photographers using the Mamiya 7 system with 1000's of incredibly talented and influential shooters using it ; because its is one of the best 6x7 ever made. Prices will forever go up as there is a finite amount that exist.

[@jeykey112]

Never 😩😁

[@JakeBorchenko]

mad refreshing format on these videos

[@edshotsdotcodotuk]

I know people say cameras are tools but I think they should be seen as instruments. Musical or surgical either works. Taking a picture takes practice and a tool doesn't quite cover it.

[@chipesque]

This^^^^

[@vitalii494]

Yep man it's like pot and knife for cooking.

[@timotheous2815]

Disagree. The camera is a tool for acquiring images, a lens for the light and the camera is a box for the film. The instrument is your brain and eyes and all the things you have experienced. Photographs are projections of what is in our minds when we see it in reality.

[@caldera878]

That's why gear doesn't matter because it's all up to the vision of the photographer to capture and intrepid.

[@terryallen9546]

Yes. Cameras are more than just a brush...but...there are so many different brushes.

[@azzalos]

Some people work for the image, others work for the love of the process. Others for both. Some even enjoy the post most. We’re all different

[@Stop_Elitists_Wars]

I like all x3 📸

[@ezdubs8511]

Aesthetically this video is fantastic.

[@terryallen9546]

I am always amazed at the thoughtful insight of some young artists. I'm glad he popped up on my feed again...it's been a couple years. I'll subscribe this time.

[@joonamato]

If it wasn't for corona, George would be standing in a different country

[@NegativeFeedback]

probably

[@yashwinning]

Part of growing up and getting old is realizing just how wrong we can be about something we were sure would be a conviction we'd firmly hold on to till the day we died.

[@jessyel]

The compositions, grading, and lighting on this. Goodness, George. Amongst your best.

[@GawxArt]

these videos are awesome

[@ucevrim]

It’s really hard to make good, interesting photographs and we try to bypass that issue by buying more gear.

[@henriquevital9307]

the look on your videos are getting better with every upload, congrats on evolving this much since the one you talked about it!

[@DrakeJr437]

Are we not gonna talk about the amazing compositions and look in this video?

[@bryanflo4500]

The compassions and compositions alike!

[@Lastman737]

Beautiful video. I love the mood you've created.

[@Jmdeleeuw-]

Beautiful shots. You are onto something here with the way this is shot and told!

[@lilybailey4011]

this is a beautiful evolution of your video making, maaaaassive fan!! keep it up, thanks for all the hard work

[@gapinskimaciej]

oh lord... I shouldn't be watching this, I haven't shot a frame with my M7ii in more than a year and been thinking of buying a RZ67...

[@oscar4215234]

literally in the same situation haha

[@bngr_bngr]

Maciej Gapiński I havent shot film in 15 years. Shooting film again might get expensive.

[@maxwellwellmax878]

I also have a Mamiya 7II and havent shot a frame in 2 years, but i would never sell it.

[@ibraonyoutube]

Man what a video. Your way of filming your narration as vignettes is incredible (nice B&W touch btw), I’m honestly inspired

[@TheMPhotography]

Nice message in the end. Fully agree.

[@diamant3njoe]

this is by far your best looking video with the new style of shooting. keep it up!

[@moot6794]

As someone who found your channel by way of your original Mamiya 7 video, this gave me teh feels

[@Bobby_sprinkles]

Content aside, this is such a beautifully shot, simple video

[@jacobmaness7244]

George, I remember seeing your Mamiya 7 review video years ago and thinking "That's it, thats the dream camera" Fast forward to now, I own that camera and I love it dearly. I appreciate the time you put into your videos, and exposing equipment I may not have seen without your content. Cheers to you and Mamiya glass.

[@whatevereverish]

easily one of my favorite videos you’ve made. reminds me not to make a fuss about the system, but more so what it can produce. thx george

[@robert-xe3ze]

Loved the way you filmed this video

[@vik-p7i]

love the new editing of the videos !

[@dbryantlive]

I love the framing of your talking bits. It's so unique!

[@legionchef]

I like the new format. I feel that it reflects what we’re all going through.

[@SAGGING_GUT]

I think this is something that a lot of people need to hear, to be honest.

[@sixbyseven7220]

Love the new cinematic style George!

[@ZupaISO]

I really like the new style of your videos! It's something different than videos from other film photography youtubers. Nice one!

[@ryandenner7340]

gorgeous video as always, love this stye of filming x

[@montigol]

new video style is so good

[@drew8235]

The important thing is just having a camera that inspires you to get out there and create.

[@magentasound_]

God this visual style is so amazing

[@oiausdlkasuldhflaksjdhoiausydo]

So true. There are very few channels on photography and too many on cameras. Could you make a video about your favourite YT channels?

[@_Just_Some1]

Ckdjbdi8d6 1#diudj8 good idea 👍🏼

[@Ruylopez778]

Jamie Windsor's is really good. The problem is that most viewers fixate on gear because they want the quick fix, rather than to be told they need to practice to get better, so channels that pivot to non-gear videos lose viewers. And even the channels with tips are often trying to just drive people to their website to buy prints

[@randypipper92]

Man, I really loved how this video is made

[@ledheavy26]

Oof, F. Hope you don't end up regretting it, I know I would. I also want to say I really love the way you've been filming lately, keep it up.

[@timothy-mcgaw]

I love the aesthetic to these recent videos. It reminds me of Steve McQueen's Deadpan video from back in the day.

[@user-cf1rz8hk3h]

I started my journey with photography with the RB67 - a jem, never dying, don't require batteries... When I discovered the Mamiya 7 - it was a dream to use and carry around. I'm keeping them both, especially for documentaries where you have to travel abroad with restrictions on the weight of the luggage, mamiya 7 saved me numerous times. Don't need a tripod to save your shoulders as well. :)

[@arthurb8436]

really love this video, I feel like its been needed in the KZbin photography scene for a while now. funny how we pride ourselves on using a slow format, yet always want fast moving sales and new items

[@JacoxNovak]

I like your compositions and camera work in this one:)

[@brads.3674]

Digging the cinematic style here. I have a Leica M6 that I think is in the same predicament as your mamiya 7.

[@jenohogan9254]

I really appreciate this video.

[@Tobyhp]

Such a breath of fresh air

[@Brandongorrie]

He has a good point. George is not the photowalk guy anymore. He has climbed that mountain and wandered the meadows. I dont blame him as I'm glad his work is more focused on commission in which an RZ67 used to dominate back in the day. A camera that breeds casuality is a setback to shoots centered around deliberation.

[@james.00]

This is one of your best videos potentially ever George

[@shaunhall8158]

I have been shooting film for 40 years and own many of the cameras which are currently popular. Thank you for your message, too many people are gaining popularity and influence because of the camera badge and worst still gain the sponsorship of even the biggest of names. Yet these are rarely ‘great’ photographers, much is just old hat. If you shoot great pictures and you use an M6 or an RZ67 then so be it, that’s because your a great photographer and you have proven you can create quality output without relying on the kudos of a brand. Credit due fella.

[@jonnyem.8859]

Great opening! Sold my Mamiya 23 complete kit with 4 lenses and 3 format masks, wish I had them back. Much prefer the slick leaf shutters to the "swish-clunk" of the RB...

[@MarinaVancini]

i almost cried in the beggining.

[@SeanWashPhoto]

Dude... I love how this video is shot.

[@wiremdia]

I been dreaming of buying the Mamiya 7 for so long and now you’ve made me appreciate my RZ645 more.

[@joemntz]

Always great

[@chipesque]

I did the exact same thing about a month ago for the exact same reason I appreciate your bravery!🙏🏾

[@mikechisholm]

I recently sold my RZ for a Mamiya 7. I really love both systems since they are great for different uses, but nothing beats the tactility of the rz

[@KelsomaticPDX]

I actually needed this video. I also used to take photos walking around my neighborhood all the time and have slowly stopped doing that. I've been thinking that something must be wrong deep down because of this. But you're right, maybe I've just found what I actually want to shoot. It was a valuable exploratory phase that's come to an end (for now). This video also made me realize that I should just accept that film isn't really for me, at least not most of the time. My Sony A7II is the camera that makes it easiest to get the result I desire. It feels like an extension of me. Film, as much as I love all its trapping, texture, and toys, just feels like pulling teeth. For some fun, novel purposes (documenting an outing with friends is a great example) I love it, because it stays out of the way and my Olympus XA gives me great shots and fits in a pocket. For the stuff I really care about, digital is the way to go. Thanks for making this. For a variety of reasons, I don't think most people would have.

[@WesleyVerhoevePhotography]

This is how I feel more people should approach their tools. Not using it? Let it go! Lovely cinematography once again

[@jaisonlin2339]

I had a very similar thought as well recently, I also stopped going out to just take photos because my ideas have changed over time. as long as im taking photos, im good with whatever direction i take myself

[@charlescollin3783]

Beautiful

[@unemployed6876]

Beautiful video

[@george_edward_]

Love this and love you 🖤🕊

[@Hannah-ug2te]

The vibes here are too 💯

[@LJPhoto_]

Great Message. Camera doesn’t define you. ❤️

[@claverton]

I'd love to get a medium format camera with a removable back, but I couldn't bare to part with my Mamiya 7ii which I'm using a lot again. I bought it about 5 years ago, hadn't used it for a few years and a few months ago out of curiosity (assuming they'd depreciated a lot in price and had done a fair bit of dosh on something I wasn't using) looked up on Ebay to see what they were selling for and was pleasantly astonished that they were going for well over double what I'd paid for mine. So I thought I'd better start using it and loving it.

[@alexeyvishnyakov8132]

I absolutely agree with you! It doesn't really matter to me what to shoot with, film or digital. Camera is just a tool for realization of my creative idea.

[@blahqwe]

I would like to agree, although I doubt if Gursky worked with a point and shoot his images would be nearly as impressive on a smaller scale.

[@staygrateful3512]

thank u for this

[@ibaisalazar5707]

I love you are making b&w videos 🖤

[@Fringer15]

A what poetic and beautiful message for the film community :)

[@Elias-he9kd]

Love the black and white

[@iamdylancheek]

i feel like i’m watching a toro y moi music video with this way you’re filming your videos these days

[@NickKim]

George is leaving behind his earthly possessions. Camera he do not love anymore and clothes for which he do not care. Time to transcend has come.

[@robertosierra16]

Just keep on keepin on

[@jarjik9295]

Camera is your slave, not you -Daido Moriyama

[@AaronHardinPhoto]

Sold mine because it wasn’t getting used too. I do miss that camera and loved so much of everything about it. But it is just a tool. No use getting sentimental about it.

[@GeoffreyGonzales]

id keep it for when it comes into season again in my life objects are tools, but they also carry energy

[@6wop]

lovely video

[@timotheous2815]

The lust for gear is what entices a lot of people to film photography. Most of the youtube or instagram 'photographers' focus so heavily on the gear. Leica this, Mamiya that. Photography is about creating images, be it fashion, reportage or whatever, its all still art. The goal is to make people think and feel or to take images you like to look at, regardless of what others think. Its refreshing to hear someone, who has been gear focused have the realisation that the camera is just the tool the creative eye uses to make art. Use the camera that is right for what you want to do..... or, maybe use the camera which is wrong for what you want to do and see what happens.

[@Derginator]

Tools will come and go but I’ll remember a few of em forever

[@ClintEastwood74]

Nice try George but the real reason you sold it was to buy some more clothes, why else would you be walking around in your vest and pants 🩲🤷‍♂️

[@lemon58421]

The Mamiya RZ67 Pro II so heavy! but what an AMAZING CAMERA!!!! I love my RZ67 so much!!

[@Kupka2408]

I made a similar decision last week: I sold my Mamiya 645 (which was my only medium format camera). As much as I wanted to shoot photographs with a medium format camera, I just did not like using that much. It is big, heavy and slow which unfortunately doesn't really fit my style of shooting. Somehow I also realized that I prefer the 35mm look when shooting film. The cameras I was using the most for the past four months were my Olympus AF1 point & shoot and my Fuji X-Pro2. Sounds kind of weird but the result I got with my Mamiya were ''too clean'' for me so I did not really saw a reason in using it, as I can have pretty similar results with the X-Pro2. Now I am using my Olympus and sometimes my 90s Canon EOS 10 for film photography and the Fuji when I want to get more detailed, cleaner images. I can definitely say that you are absolutely right with what you said. I bought the Mamiya because of the hype on YT somhow and I wanted to find out if this was also for me. Shooting with a tiny point & shoot and a digital camera might not look super trendy or ''professional'' but the Olympus AF1 and the X-Pro2 are just the best tools for me.

[@rorythorns1597]

Daddy George has blessed us with a new video

[@pask1]

Sad to see it go. You've taken many fantastic shots with that camera.

[@CASMANWHAT]

This video is cool. Awesome filmotography. If that's even a word.

[@svmpriestley5777]

the new vids fkn slappp dude

[@heruupras]

the very first photo, Justice Dier EP cover !

[@simonbakhshnia]

Sold my Leica M4 this summer and bought a Mamiya 645 Super. It was the best camera I ever owned but I started using my 6x6 camera so much that I decided to sell it and switch to medium format. I will always love that camera but I really stand with my decision.

[@JamesCody91]

Yup would have to agree

[@GoonosaurusRex]

The video when George buys another mamiya 7 in about a year >>>>

[@raksh9]

You sold your Mamiya because you got a S1H!

[@tigerareyouthere]

You and Dan Milnor, spreading the wisdom on photography. Would love to see a collab one day 🌞

[@filipradic5065]

M S Dan is photography encyclopedia

[@tenylegnincsevem]

Dan hates the film youtubers tho

[@runcmd1419]

@@tenylegnincsevem they can talk about books

[@dtzku]

Like the tone and the message - that camera is just a tool and the focus should be put on the final product it produces.

[@sebastianthomas]

Ahead of the curve with this message.

[@timotheous2815]

How so?