Will a brand-new lens make you a better photographer?

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@jeffdrew625 2 ай бұрын

Yes, practice is important! Learning one’s tools and building proficiency is important. And, a new tool, like the right lens for the tasks, can really help. I agree with you Emilie! I love your enthusiasm! Best wishes! 👋

@EmilieT 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Best wishes too.

@luzr6613 3 ай бұрын

I had a similar experience with the first piece of truly great glass I ever bought - the Olympus ZD 150mm f/2. The first image transformed my understanding of so many things and provided huge motivation. It remains the only lens that I will never sell. So, I would argue that good quality gear plays a major role, but good images are well composed frames taken in the right way, and gear cannot provide that.

@dennismwallentin296 3 ай бұрын

On all media platforms the strong focus on gear can make beginners think that photography is all about buying new gear. The fun part is while most KZbinrs use sponsored/free expensive gear they add advertising about buying used gear 😂 Trustworthy? Not at all... Thank you for setting the focus on what really matters ❤️ We need more of it 😊 Personally I buy used stuff but not the stuff that have spent almost all time in the wardrobe. The really cool part is that I can have accidents without crying out loud. The best part is that rarely anyone can spot the differences between heavy used gear and expensive new gear in the photos 😊 Keep up the great work.

@EmilieT 2 ай бұрын

100%! Totally agree

@Speedydig 3 ай бұрын

I agree good things happen when you practice… many hours and then things get easier … however I like a new lens brings joy and makes people want to use their cameras

@Bigfarmer8 2 ай бұрын

I am in the grey team. Obviously,practice makes perfect. You have to put in the hours and effort. On the other hand my photography improved when I got a new camera with more possibilities. After using the new camera for a while I found out I could do some of these new things on my older cameras as well if I just approached the compositions differently. Without the new camera I would have never known.

@LynneH-ej6rx 3 ай бұрын

I agree with practice practice practice. I am doing a 30 day challenge in October to get myself out with my camera every day. It helps that I will be in New England for a week in October!

@EmilieT 3 ай бұрын

Great idea with the 30 day challenge. Enjoy New England. The leaves have already started to turn. It is the best time of the year to visit!

@donaldmiller7098 3 ай бұрын

New gear ALWAYS makes you a better photographer. Really. At least that's what we tell ourselves when the temptation to buy hits us. 😄

@EmilieT 2 ай бұрын

Ahaha So true!

@G.CurtFiedler 2 ай бұрын

I partly agree. That new OM 90mm macro lens is a game changer. I've been shooting macro for 12+ years, and it really is heads above anything i've seen on a number of camera systems. It didn't make me a 'better photographer', but it certainly allows me to take better macro photos. If I don't know how to drive that new Ferrari, I won't win any races. But that Ferrari may allow me to win races if I'm an experienced, talented driver. Having the right gear is important in maximizing your talent. You can do great things with less capable gear, but you can do better with good equipment if you know how to use. it.

@2e0str 2 ай бұрын

Hello from the UK. Buying a new lens will not make you a better photographer, you need to have the basic skills first. Having said that, changing from the 60mm to the 90mm macro has improved my hit rate. For future videos, haw about one explaining how to set focus peaking colours and how to change the colour of the box that comes on screen when focus stacking. Love your videos, keep up the good work.

@EmilieT 2 ай бұрын

Great idea for a video! Thank you for sharing your thoughts.

@mondujar279 3 ай бұрын

I agree absolutely. Some of my problems are that I enjoy getting new gear and trying it out and that process. But the real challenge is to use it well. I hate carrying a tripod but if I do I get much better results usually, the same with properly diffused flash and macro. I need to overcome my laziness

@EmilieT 3 ай бұрын

I found that getting in a routine really helps. Even if it is just 15mns in a day.

@mondujar279 3 ай бұрын

@@EmilieTAbsolutely correct, I should have learned after 69 years but…

@debsunderman6567 3 ай бұрын

Yes, I truly believe practice practice…. Even though I do love new gear.😊

@EmilieT 3 ай бұрын

Agree!

@cjk1943 3 ай бұрын

i love the video and agree with you about the lens vs knowledge

@richardbachrach4893 3 ай бұрын

Absolutely...it is the six inches between the ears that determines great pics!

@mondujar279 3 ай бұрын

@@richardbachrach4893In my case it’s only 4inches

@LouisaLee63 3 ай бұрын

Exactly!

@macgurrl 3 ай бұрын

I have seen photographers here on you tube take great photos with really old dslr’s. Equipment like a lens will just make your life easier.

@EmilieT 3 ай бұрын

Very true!

@jugstopper 2 ай бұрын

A brand-new lens will make me a happier photographer 😁

@theflyingdutchman7127 3 ай бұрын

hi Emilie a new lens doesn't make me a better photographer, but it does keep my GAS syndrome under control 😂😂😂

@EmilieT 3 ай бұрын

Ahah yes the GAS syndrome. It is a real struggle!

@j_taylor 3 ай бұрын

You are making "under control" work too hard! 😂 At the start of this year, I wanted 2 lenses. Now I bought 2 lenses and a camera and my wishlist has been controlled down to 3 lenses...