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Andrew Walton Photography
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Добавлен 4 мар 2012
Digital Photography | Film Photography | Instant Film Photography | Photography on a Budget
I love photography, all types of photography but I don't have a fortune to spend on gear.
I will give most types of camera, genres and techniques a go and I encourage you to give them a try too, no matter what kind of camera you have!
Speaking of which, I like to shoot with a variety of cameras, the stranger the better in some cases! The cameras I use include the very popular entry level DSLR, Nikon D3300, the budget bridge camera; the Panasonic FZ82, and it's bigger brother the FZ1000. Then there are the analogue 35mm/120 film cameras, instant film cameras and retro digital cameras...
If you are like me, you enjoy your photography but the thought of spending a four figure sum on a camera body or lens scares you then this might be the channel for you!
I love photography, all types of photography but I don't have a fortune to spend on gear.
I will give most types of camera, genres and techniques a go and I encourage you to give them a try too, no matter what kind of camera you have!
Speaking of which, I like to shoot with a variety of cameras, the stranger the better in some cases! The cameras I use include the very popular entry level DSLR, Nikon D3300, the budget bridge camera; the Panasonic FZ82, and it's bigger brother the FZ1000. Then there are the analogue 35mm/120 film cameras, instant film cameras and retro digital cameras...
If you are like me, you enjoy your photography but the thought of spending a four figure sum on a camera body or lens scares you then this might be the channel for you!
TIME TO DITCH your SMARTPHONE for a CAMERA? Affordable CAMERAS can still WIN!
TIME TO DITCH your SMARTPHONE for a CAMERA? Affordable CAMERAS can still WIN!
Nobody buys affordable cameras anymore - at least that is what we're lead to believe. With all of the Ai in phones today there is thankfully a albeit small resurgence in traditional cameras. Phones are still compromised by their pocket size requirements, extreme zooms are digital only with 'help' from Ai to improve those compromised images. Cameras on the other hand whilst lacking the 'brain power' of a smartphone have no restrictions to physical size. Therefore this video hopes to demonstrate what people are missing out on by just using a phone for photography.
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Nobody buys affordable cameras anymore - at least that is what we're lead to believe. With all of the Ai in phones today there is thankfully a albeit small resurgence in traditional cameras. Phones are still compromised by their pocket size requirements, extreme zooms are digital only with 'help' from Ai to improve those compromised images. Cameras on the other hand whilst lacking the 'brain power' of a smartphone have no restrictions to physical size. Therefore this video hopes to demonstrate what people are missing out on by just using a phone for photography.
If you enjoy this video please like and subscribe to...
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FZ80/FZ82 is REBORN | Lumix's Entry Level Superzoom is back | FZ80D FZ82D
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FZ80/FZ82 is REBORN | Lumix's Entry Level Superzoom is back | FZ80D FZ82D Last year it looked all over for the Panasonic Lumix FZ82. The FZ82 (FZ80 in North America) was discontinued, in conjunction with the statement from Panasonic themselves later in 2023 that they would be concentrating development on Full-Frame and M4/3 ranges in the future. Imagine my surprise last month when Panasonic lau...
Did I quit Youtube? Channel update
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Did I quit RUclips? Channel update Some of you might have been wondering where I've been after all I'm your 16th favourite photography channel, right? In this short update I'll explain all and where we're going with Andrew Walton Photography. If you enjoy this video please like and subscribe to this channel. If you'd like to support my channel and help me create more content then why not donate...
Whitby Photography Wander. Did I bag some Bank Holiday Bangers? Lumix FZ82/FZ80
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Whitby Photography Wander. Did I bag some Bank Holiday Bangers? Lumix FZ82/FZ80 A family day trip to Whitby on a Bank Holiday Monday. Sounds like a great opportunity for a photo walk. No pressure to get up for a sunrise or wait for optimal weather conditions, just simply shoot what is in front of you. Whitby offers the charms of a historic North Yorkshire town and a typical British seaside reso...
Photographing NEW species | Bird Photography in Morro Jable, Fuerteventura
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Photographing NEW species | Bird Photography in Morro Jable, Fuerteventura In this video I get to photograph some new species I've never encountered before as well as some birds that are rare in the UK but pretty popular in the Canaries. All these images were taken in the resort of Morro Jable, proof that you don't have to travel around to see some unique wildlife. If you enjoy this video pleas...
WET WEATHER Photography with the Olympus Tough TG-6 | 4k
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WET WEATHER Photography with the Olympus Tough TG-6 | 4k The Olympus/OM systems Tough series of camera are the Honey Badger of the camera world, they really don't care what kind of conditions you put it through. Drop proof, freeze proof, shock proof and most importantly this year here in the UK - WATERPROOf! Join me in this video to see me create some great images despite the thoroughly miserab...
KentFaith K&F Concept F263A4 Travel Tripod Review
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KentFaith K&F Concept F263A4 Travel Tripod Review In today's video I'm reviewing a budget friendly travel tripod which was kindly supplied by Kentfaith.co.uk The K&F Concept F263A4 is an affordable and versatile, aluminium travel tripod. I will first unbox the tripod and then take it out into the field and use it. I'll let you know the product's features and overall what I think of the product....
I got a FREE Samsung DIGICAM - e-waste trash or treasure?
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I got a FREE Samsung DIGICAM - e-waste trash or treasure? A fun video this week. I recently got given a FREE Digicam - yes another one! This little Samsung WB35F was destined to become e-waste but for a work colleague remembering they shared an office with a camera nerd. Seriously e-waste is a huge issue in the modern day so I was more happy to prevent this old tech from spending 100 years in l...
Is this really the WORST travel camera? Olympus Tough TG-6
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Is this really the WORST travel camera? Olympus Tough TG-6 In a video last year a fellow RUclips photographer concluded that you couldn't get great travel photos with the Olympus. TG-6 camera. They listed their reasons and I thought I'd try mine out and see what results I got with the camera on vacation. Did I ruin my holiday snaps by using this camera? Did the original author over estimate wha...
When You Lose Your Motivation for Photography. Can you turn it around?
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When You Lose Your Motivation for Photography. Can you turn it around? I've never claimed to be an expert photographer. I'm just a guy who enjoys photography. There are plenty of experts who have probably forgotten more than I know, but I do hope that some of my videos and images inspire you to go out with your cameras. But what happens when I lose my inspiration and motivation. Recently I have...
My Best Images from Fuerteventura | Travel & Wildlife Photography with the Lumix FZ80/FZ82
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My Best Images from Fuerteventura | Travel & Wildlife Photography with the Lumix FZ80/FZ82 The FZ82 is a great travel camera, it excels in good light and Fuerteventura is blessed with sunshine all year round. As well as some travel shots I took the opportunity to capture some of the island's wildlife too. I hope you enjoy the images. If you enjoy this video please like and subscribe to this cha...
Why a Polariser is a MUST HAVE for every photographer
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Why a Polariser is a MUST HAVE for every photographer If you do one thing when you are starting out in photography, follow the advice in this video. The humble circular polariser - possible the most powerful bit of kit in your camera bag for the money. No item will enhance your photographs as much for a modest outlay and they are available to fit most cameras (as long as your lens has filter th...
Aircraft Photography with a Bridge Camera | Lumix FZ80/82
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Aircraft Photography with a Bridge Camera | Lumix FZ80/82 Photography is an expensive game but what if photography isn't you hobby and a camera is just a means of capturing images of your hobby? Many people face the dilemma over what camera gear to buy, in this video I take a budget bridge camera and see if I can capture some usable images of aircraft that would delight the average plane spotte...
Photographing SPARK by Worldbeaters | Event photography with the Lumix FZ1000
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Photographing SPARK by Worldbeaters | Event photography with the Lumix FZ1000 I recently got the opportunity to photography SPARK the LED drummers at a local Christmas Light event. I decided to take the Lumix FZ1000 camera that I own, a bridge camera with a 1 inch sensor, to see how it performed at the event. The drummers were fast-paced, and I was in the middle of a crowd of people, but I thin...
Capturing Cormorants | Is the Lumix FZ80/FZ82 the ultimate in affordable Bird Photography Cameras?
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Capturing Cormorants | Is the Lumix FZ80/FZ82 the ultimate in affordable Bird Photography Cameras? The FZ80/FZ82 is sadly discontinued by Panasonic, but on the second hand market it is still a very affordable camera to get started in Bird Photography. In this video I'll take photos of the local cormorants, and come across some other smaller species to prove it is a very versatile camera for bud...
Sony Mavica: Magic or Madness | Shooting with the camera that uses Floppy Disks
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Back out for more Bird Photography | Lumix FZ80/FZ82
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Back out for more Bird Photography | Lumix FZ80/FZ82
Film Photography at Amble | Minolta 404si | Ilford xp2 | Pt 4 Getting Started in Film Photography
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Film Photography at Seaham Blast Beach Minolta 404si | Ilford XP2
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I bought a 'NEW' Camera for peanuts | Getting into Film Photography Part 2
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First Time Film Photography | A guide to getting into analogue photography on a budget
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Photography is more than just images | St Helens Church Theddlethorpe
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Bird Photography with the FZ1000 series
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Bird Photography with the FZ1000 series
I did NOT expect to photograph THIS on a beach! | Lumix FZ1000
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Shooting INSTAX in Skegness | Polaroid style photography at the seaside
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EPIC Macro results! | Olympus tg-6 FOCUS STACKING
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First Time Film Cameras - New or Used | An Analogue Tale of Two Camera
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Using the Olympus Tough TG-6 for Daytime Long Exposure Photography
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Using the Olympus Tough TG-6 for Daytime Long Exposure Photography
4 years with the Lumix FZ82 | Is it still worth considering or is it obsolete?
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4 years with the Lumix FZ82 | Is it still worth considering or is it obsolete?
How I wish they make an FZ300D 😊
You never know. It may happen. Last year, it looked like the FZ82 was gone for good. Thanks for watching 🙂.
Thanks for your thoughts. It's quite versatile and good to have with you in certain situations. I find there are a lot people that criticise products without bothering to learn how to use them properly in the first place. I bought the TG-6 for taking under water pics and at the beach or hikes when I don't feel like taking a bigger camera with me. It's also much better ergonomically than any smartphone. If you use the macro flash attachment or the flash diffuser you will get good results in any light conditions.
@martinhommel9967 Thanks, Martin. I still prefer a 'real camera' to a phone too. I like the rugged nature of the TG-6, although I've not tried mine underwater yet. I do have the LED light for macro shots, which is great.
Mine doesn't have wifi, how do I do it now?
@arlandriasj If you have the FZ80D or FZ82D then use the usb-c cable to connect your phone to the camera...yes I know it's a backwards move by Lumix.
I find that you need to use the flash with these types of cameras in low light situations.
Now there was a Samsung Galaxy Camera.... I believe that entry level cameras should have as much connectivity as any phone.... For a little extra. Certainly on a WiFi or Mobile phone hotspot it should be as seamless as a phone.
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy Camera, I've been after one to feature on the channel for some time. Sadly, they still command decent money despite being as much use as a chocolate fireguard these days due to running android jellybean, and apps can't be updated. I don't understand Panasonic's logic with taking off the WiFi connectivity.
Great comparisons and assessments Andy and superb shots! Loving the black and white ones and that monkey’s face 😂 👍
Got to agree with you Andy 👍🏻 well put - how many of the phone images will never see the light of day again (altho I’ve a few on the hard drives !) I’ve taken some great shots on my phone when viewed on the phone and even some I’ve had printed but I love my Nikon and will always use it for serious photography. That said I’ve just returned from 3 weeks in the van and was out with Mrs Andrew Hamilton Photography and we had a stunning sunset and I only had my phone ! Typical ! Good debate 👍🏻
Thanks for watching Andrew. I have fallen foul a few times of only having a phone with me when the sunset has been perfect for a photo. Any instance where any type of telephoto work is required and the argument for a camera over a phone is a no-brainer. Well, for now, anyway, phones are getting better all the time, but for the moment, even a modest camera can outdo them.
Hi Andrew, Nice tutorial as always, and super photographs. I don't know if you knew that you can get 9782 mm by turning izoom on. However It is digital zoom but may save on getting a lens converter. I have tried it and it does increase the zoom. Maybe not as effective as a extention lens. Thanks again
@MichaelLyne-rf1hf The problem with the izoom is that you are cropping in onto the sensor, and the image quality is much poorer. I'm definitely in the optical zoom camp, rather than the digital zoom. I did do a short how to use the optical/digital zoom video. To get to 9782mm I think you have to drop the image resolution too. ruclips.net/user/shortsuAwSK9U6rlY?feature=share
@@AndrewWaltonPhotography I'm afraid you are right Andrew, optical would be more like true definition. I see where you are with that.
I have the FZ82's older brother the FZ72 and have no intention of getting rid, compared with my Pixel 8 (which is one of best image snappers) it's no contest for a quick photo but for a zoom there isn't a phone that can get the same clarity. You made me laugh when you said cheap camera's from China...you do realise that all camera's are made in China, even the high end gear the internals are made over there (every chip, sensor, motherboard etc etc). Anyway I'm keeping mine along with it's 1.7 teleconvertor (which apparently is worth more than the camera itself so I've been told by people that want to buy it).
Yes, indeed, everything is made in China these days. It depends on how much 'supervision' they are given regarding quality control. However, most domestic products are churned out in volume and aren't up to the same standards. The 1.7x teleconvertor is indeed very desirable - I have been on the lookout for a cheap used one, but it seems they don't exist.
@@AndrewWaltonPhotography I'll be honest I got a bargain with mine, I was saving up for the FZ82 and on Gumtree a seller was going to do me a deal for the FZ82 for £150 but changed her mind, there was another seller that had the FZ72 with 2 spare batteries, case, tripod the 1.7 tele (official one) with the lens adaptor all for £130. Needless to say it was worth losing a few functions for that bargain. I noticed as well that camera companies have abandoned with a passion anything to do with bridge cameras which is a shame because the potential is massive especially if they started putting larger sensors in but that seemed to cap out with the 1" sensor on the FZ2500,1000 & 1000II. The only other thing I wished I had was the focus stacking but I tend to do that on the computer anyway. I don't know if you know though Panasonic released an updated version of the FZ82 last month (FZ82D) but comparing the specs it certainly doesn't seem worth it when the changes aren't significant enough to warrant the release. All the best from here in Yorkshire.
@polisheverything1970 Yeah, I did a video on the upgrades to the FZ82, but like you, if I have a working camera, why upgrade. I also have a fz1000, which is a great camera.
I broke my original one but ordered the new one today, Its a great camera and I really missed it after I broke the old one. I have just checked the WIFI and for soem reason they have removed it on the new model, regression in 2024???
I believe they removed the WiFi as you can now connect it to your phone via the USB cable!!! Weren't we ditching cable for WiFi a few years ago. I didn't really use the photo transfer feature, but I did think the remote control part of the app was really handy. Do let me know how you find the new features. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Bummer...the wifi feature is great for when you don't want to shake the camera or when filming remotely. I haven't used it much, but that is good for astronomy or even filming wildlife with the camera set up next to a bird feeder.
@WhistlesToAnimals Yes, that's how I've used the app/wifi feature before. It's great for macro, too, when you are on a tripod close to the ground.
What broke on your camera? my TZ95D has just broke, I thought it was just a jammed lense but unfortunately, the repair shop said its a chip issue and they cant fix it.
Nice photos as always Andrew, thank you for sharing your interesting tutorial, may I say all your colours are so vibrant. Thanks gain.
@MichaelLyne-rf1hf Thanks, Michael. As I shoot RAW I can play with the colours when I edit to get a truer representation of what I've seen. The problem with jpegs is that it is left to the camera to decide the image and often what you see on the back of the camera isn't as vibrant as what you can see in front of you.
@@AndrewWaltonPhotography I often wondered about shooting raw. I am still learning with this camera. I like the fact you can add extra lenses I will have to invest in one sometime, omg imagine capturing the moon with a 300mm extension.. Maybe see mars close up
@MichaelLyne-rf1hf I keep looking for a pre-owned lens and extension adaptor as they're pricey new. They're definitely an in demand accessory. I'd imagine with the extra zoom getting a steady shot would be even harder. Definitely tripod time.
@@AndrewWaltonPhotography absolutely right there, I would imagine even harder the the cameras zoom?
@@AndrewWaltonPhotography I may well have to make do and be satisfied with the zoom I have with the camera, the zoom power is really good.
Nice to see a proper tripod review. I saw this one and thought I might invest (as it looks like the least OTT and lightweight available). But... That centre moulding where the pole slides in and out - Is that metal or plastic? - I've seen other tripods where this part has flexed, something that would put me off! I much prefer the two part extending legs,I'm pretty sure that must help with stability!
@tompeddle hi Tom the centre moulding is indeed plastic. I guess given the price of the tripod, some sacrifices needed to be made. They do offer some more expensive carbon fibre travel tripods in their range.
Nice video Andy. Both have their place in my life, but preferably it’s the camera for me rather than the phone as I feel more connected to the image 👍
Same here, Phil. There is no creative process with my Samsung phone, I just point and shoot. I could shoot RAW with it, but I just can't get the enthusiasm to do so. It does some pretty good video, the Porfell film on Out and About with Andy was pretty much filmed on my phone. I did have to switch to the FZ82 on occasions because the zoom on the phone wasn't close enough.
From one Andrew Walton to another ,it is an interesting professional review . My problem is that this Andrew Walton is a technofobe & having read through the instructions , it fills me with trepidation with setting it up . Give me an old film camera any time. The biggest mystery to me is formatting the memory card with my pc . Whats that all about ? Looks like iv got to ask Mummy Google again . Anyway thanks for the insight .
Formatting cards is fairly straightforward once you do it the first time.
And, you also did not tell us about the purple orb that will appear in your final image. 😢😢😢
It doesn't always appear, for the majority of photos I've taken with this camera I've not suffered the issue. I did find out that it is impossible to shoot infra-red with this camera, everytime I tried with a 720nm filter, there was a huge hot-spot in the middle of the image.
Excellent video as usual mate, must admit when I was lugging my gear around canada recently, with the missus moaning at me about it, I was thinking why didn't I just get a super zoom and bring it with me instead .😂😂 Thanks.
Cheers, Alex. You shoot Micro Four Thirds, so your stuff is way smaller than full frame kit. Imagine the weight of the bag with 5 lenses, a body, tripod and all the other bits and bobs! It's all relative to the image quality, too.
@@AndrewWaltonPhotography Indeed, it would have been a back breaker with full frame gear.
Hya Andy & hope you & the Mrs are both well, Very informative video with great wildlife pics Andy as always & made sense for sure, I think I told you some months ago that purely for practical reasons I sold my Canon bridge camera & upgraded to a Samsung S24 Ultra because with kids, dogs, bags & the kitchen sink to drag around lol it was just too much hassle also carrying a camera bag around with me too & as my camera wasn't shower proof I hardly used it much but did get some cracking images with it that when I got I right, ( as I am a very novice hobbyist ) but for what I use it for my Samsung gives me images that I am more than pleased with, which I print off after a bit of photo editing, I can understand why some people see it as a sin of biblical proportions using a camera phone but it just suits me at this moment in time, things may change in years to come who knows, with my limited skills & knowledge I still love all forms of photography & enjoy what I do when I can, I'm sure there is room for everyone to enjoy this brilliant pass time, cheers Andy & take care. PS...loved the video on the new FZ 82D & will be interested to hear your comparisons should you get your hands on one 👍
@andygore1149 Thanks for watching Andy. If you are happy with the results you get with your Samsung, then that's great and all that matters. The s24 ultra is definitely an upgrade to my s22 (the peasant spec version), and I can't manage to take the same type of photos I can with my cameras. It is impressive at regular focal lengths but the zoom is barely a zoom at all. Maybe I've been spoiled with these Lumix cameras. The video was aimed at those who feel limited by their phones or decry that bridge cameras are no good.
They say the best camera is the one you have with you, which is true. You can always choose to have a better one with you though! 😄 Nice set of images too. 😊
@Robert-Bishop Very true Robert, but the number of times I've kicked myself for only having my phone or a camera with the wrong lens for a particular situation. Definitely plan ahead (or take everything 🤔 😀)
Shame you didn’t include more pictures while you was talking , my 500 , is effectively, a 1000 on my micro 4 thirds g9 cheers
@@shaneweightman I think I mentioned the crop factor when using the lens on smaller sensors cameras. I did use mine on an old four thirds Olympus I owned.
Hi, I’ve just bought a f8 , 500 mm for 75 quid from eBay, used it today and took around 60 pics jpeg plus raw , took all of them but 5 handheld, around 320 shutter and iso 800 , camera body lumix g9 , with stabilisation on,,, only 2 or 3 pictures have the circles , but I don’t mind ,, if I’m honest I was expecting it to be fairly rubbish , but I’m pleasantly surprised and worth the 75 quid , over cast conditions dull old day , it’s a centon, make don’t no the history about that company ,,, will make a video and put some pics on my channel called motorcycles and things ,, cheers shane uk 🇬🇧
@shaneweightman Centon were an own label for Jessops here in the UK. I think you have an advantage over my Nikon DSLR as you have the benefit of in-body stabilisation. The lack of bokeh maybe down to the fixed aperture of the lens - f8 on a m43 sensor will give a huge depth of field. You can probably accentuate the broken by isolating your subject from the foreground or background.
@@AndrewWaltonPhotography thanks for the reply buddy, interesting that , about jessops own brand , I’m definitely impressed for the money, with performance, I remember looking at pictures of them in photo mags back in the 80s , couldn’t afford one then was bringing up a young family, cheers shane
Hi Andrew, thank you for your fab tutorial, your aircraft photography is absolutely amazing, I am yet to try my hand with my fx80 with aircraft. Many thanks again for your great tutorial.
@MichaelLyne-rf1hf no problem Michael, I hope you are well. Try and get a good vantage point close to an airport for good shots. The FZ80/82 can pick out aircraft from great heights with the excellent zoom, but handholding the camera at full zoom is tricky, so I preferred to shoot the planes as they were making an approach. Thanks for watching.
Excellent animal photos Andy! All about the right tool for the right job. Over the weekend I shot senior pictures of my niece with my old DSLR (Canon SL-1) and a 50mm f1.4 prime lens - worked beautifully.
@theoldcameraguy 50mm primes are great for portrait shots. I have one for my Nikon dslr and I'd love to have a 35mm prime to go with it.
Absolutely spot-on Andrew. As you know, I shoot film and occasional digital. The only time my phone shoots better is in low light interiors. I just can't match the phone shots with a camera, probably due to some excellent processing in-phone, but once outside in the natural light there is no comparison. I liked the "Toon-Army" horse a lot. Keith
@theoldunsshot1005 modern phones are great at stills in low light situations and on paper they shouldn't be, small sensor, limited lenses etc. What I have found is my Samsung is terrible at video in low light. Perhaps the jiggery-pokery that they do can't be applied to video. Lack of optical zoom is the other Achilies' heel, as discussed here. I'd love to move up to a full frame mirrorless camera as the one at work can practically see in the dark.
I concur with your comments my friend. A great set of images. And honestly who could not love the donkey at 4:38, but where's Shrek! My favourite was definitely the Zebra at 6:25 which shows how good black and white photography can be in the right hands.
Thanks, Dennis. Zebras are always great subjects for photography, portraits of individuals, abstracts of their unique patterns or a huge herd all make for compelling images. Donkeys are such great animals, sadly taken advantage of by man. Such a shame so many end up neglected.
Hi, big like lucky 17...loved all the shots...Really liked the black and white of the zebra....
Thanks for watching Elizabeth 🙂 I like the zebra shots too.
Well, I don't even own a phone, so its always a camera for me. But, I find that many things are needing me to go to their app! So, I think I'll soon find myself in the market. I find too that many wave their phones around so much at anything, while those with a camera see something, stop a second, and click! lol
Thanks for watching Bruce. I'm not sure how I'd manage without a phone. Most of my B roll is filmed on my phone for both channels. I do also have a Canon v10, but that can't shoot 4k for a long time before it overheats. I do agree, there is much more consideration when purposefully taking a photo with a camera than a phone. Film photography even more so than with digital.
I've had mine for over 10 years. I got it for under water snorkeling! It takes fantastic pictures!!!
I'd love to take mine snorkelling, but for now, those duties go to a cheap action camera that I don't like very much. Thanks for watching and commenting 🙂.
You're spot on in your assesment and I completely agree. For 90% (random number generator!) of the population though, a modern smartphone will be the most spohisticated camera they've ever laid their hands on. Most will never look at their images anywhere other than on their phone screens, so what's the motivation to invest in a dedicated camera, nil to very little I guess. Good vid mate, I'd vaguley heard about that Samsung controversy but never knew that's what it was all about.
Yep for most folk with no interest in photography, just snaps they're fine but I guess that they must at some point be disappointed with the phone or just not aware that better is possible. My Mrs loves to show me her 'great shots' of wildlife - they're usually heavy on the digital zoom and all misshapen and soft. I guess pro photographers with professional kit probably view my photos in the same way 😄
Some nice shots from Cornwall and good informative video. Going to practice with my ZX82 on the supermoon tonight if the weather allows.
@Mick873b good luck with the supermoon photography, it's looking a bit too cloudy here.
@@AndrewWaltonPhotography *FZ82 sorry
Yes that’s true of many in my family too and of course you don’t want to be discouraging when a phone camera may be the only form of camera they have ever owned 😢 Hopefully at some time or another they will see the short fall of the smartphone and make the step into buying a proper camera. Here is hoping and way 👍
I think it all depends on how important photography is to someone. I'd like to think there is merit in something affordable like a superzoom to get people excited enough to take up the hobby.
Yes I agree it’s a great and affordable one too. I’ve been using a FZ82 for the last year or so, although I’m not taking shots of your calibre yet. I’m enjoying learning and appreciate a well composed picture when I see it.
You already know my thoughts on phone camera photographers Andy.
@InitialP_Photography Phones are handy but so limiting. Let's face it optical zoom beats digital zoom everytime. Cheers for watching Phil.
I personally think that everyone should be able to take photos with a camera or a smartphone as long as they enjoy what they are doing, it's a very interesting debate nevertheless 👍
@andygore1149 Indeed Andy. There are masses of photographers using smartphones. There are limitations with them like there are with other cameras. If you don't reach those limitations, then it is never a problem. There are limitations with the Lumix cameras I currently use. If I want to do some more serious landscape photography, then I even dust off my Nikon D3300, but most decent landscape photographers wouldn't entertain using one. I haven't reached the point where that camera is holding me back, so there isn't much point in upgrading it as much as I'd like a Z7ii.
Great topic to cover..I hope it encourages some to get to grips with a proper camera. An optical zoom can’t be beaten in comparison to a smart phone digital version. Enjoyed your images taken with the FZ82, that focal reach is really helpful for taking distant wildlife.
Thanks for watching. I thought it was an interesting topic as I watched several people (including my other half) snapping shots the animals. I wondered how disappointed they were with their images (or perhaps their expectations weren't high).
After two years my fz80 power button is not functioning and I does not zoom pass 500 mm. It keeps saying please turn off your camera and turn on again
@kevinragnauth5919 have you had it in a dusty environment? Sometimes, the dust gets into the lens and causes the zoom error. Sadly some cameras seem to develop faults whilst others seem to work for years.
Very thanks friend 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯
I hope this video was helpful
I got the camera this week. Just to add a comment related to the USB-C Port: It's possible to connect it to a smartphone by USB-C to USB-C cable and watch the photos. For me no need for WLAN, I'm very fine with that. 😊
@g.k.-shark That makes perfect sense, and no doubt the reason for not having the WiFi photo transfer. Can you operate the camera using your phone? That was, in my opinion, the better function of the WiFi app. Thanks for this info.
@@AndrewWaltonPhotography No, the app seems to work with Bluetooth and WLAN only.
@@g.k.-shark That's a shame as the remote operation was a great feature.
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I have one, I use it for a pocket camera for mountain biking and on/off road motorcycle riding adventures…let’s see you take your expensive large heavy pro camera set up and still have fun…the guy’s just fishing for clicks, or he’s an idiot. Nice photos by the way.
Thanks for watching and commenting, Guy. I think you hit the nail on the head. Its purpose is to take photographs in extreme situations and to enhance your outdoor experience not to compromise your day out.
If it is the same lens and sensor the development cost would have been much lower I suppose, but it may affect whether many users will upgrade to the "D". My first digital camera, a Nikon Coolpix 3.1MP compact, cost me over £300 in the mid noughties! Good info. Keith
Thanks Keith, yes the majority of the camera remains the same, so for the vast number of current owners, it probably isn't worth the upgrade. However, Panasonic were clever in that they didn't launch the new camera whilst existing stocks of FZ82 models were about. Older digital cameras were pretty expensive at the time, certainly the technology got very cheap in the late 2010s but as phones have taken over the prices of cameras seem to be on the rise again. I guess development costs need to be recovered, and if your market is smaller, the unit cost has to increase to make it viable.
Не понял, а где сравнение с Raynox и без него?
@@elvis692 I did show on the back of the camera how close I was able to get without the Raynox and then with the Raynox adaptor.
Great photos from a wonderful free camera :). I actually get more excited at these old digicams than any of the latest and greatest "pro" cameras XD
@TWP008 They're certainly more rewarding to shoot with, especially when you get images you're really happy with.Thanks for watching.
I'm currently looking for a solid everyday camera and insanely this camera is £50+ second hand now, what the hell is happening to the world?! A bit late perhaps for added input but it would have been nice to see some examples of how the camera handles chromatic aberration and its handling of high contrast pictures (eg; natural scenery with bright sky). It would also be good to know what options the camera has such as does it have a manual mode to set things like exposure and ISO yourself.
I wish I'd kept it if they were worth those sums. It's a long time since I owned this particular camera. The camera is pretty much identical to the Samsung WB35F (I wonder if Praktica made them under licence from Samsung). I was given one of those recently, and that certainly didn't have a manual mode.
Thanks for the info, I managed to find a Z212 manual and while it doesn't specifically say so the options the camera has suggests it likely does have a manual mode. Probably my next camera after the death of my venerable Olympus SZ-14 :(
Do you know what to do when it says “card protected”? I just got a camera and inserted a new SD card. The SD card is unlocked. I have no idea why it won’t work :(
Does the camera have an option to format the card. If so, try that. If the camera is still saying it is protected try unlocking/locking the tab on the side of the card. Sometimes, they don't move enough. If you have another SD card, try that as there may be a fault with the camera itself.
"Michaelangelo! Great statue! You must have a REALLY good chisel!"
Great analogy. The most important part of the photo is the photographer behind the camera. The gear just helps with the results.
Why dont you shoot 4k om that lumix ? The videos would for sure popped more 😍
I have switched to 4k in more recent videos.
Nice 🦆 at 4:38 that would be a nice print
Cheers 🍻
Looks like a pretty decent range of features - USB-C port is a nice addition.
@theoldcameraguy Cheers for watching Dave.
Is it true that the lens is no longer a Leica? If not, is that a problem?
The FZ82/fZ80 didn't have a Leica lens nor its predecessor the FZ70, so it hasn't been an issue. The FZ300/FZ330 did have a Leica branded lens.
Glad they listened , obviously a popular camera . Hope to see you with one out and about soon, Christmas is coming !!
I think they must have realised with few entry level bridge cameras on the market now there was an opportunity to corner the market. However, I doubt I'll invest in one, Lee, there isn't enough of an improvement whilst my current one is still usable. I also have the cameras bigger brother, the fz1000, which I'd probably use more. Whilst the zoom isn't as long, it does take some nice images. Thanks for watching Lee.