If you want your ditital photos to look more like film then why not try my go to lightroom preset, available here - www.lucylumen.com/shop/p/lucys-warm-film-preset
I sold all of my camera gear (Oly PenF and EM5iii) for one camera to start over. That camera a Ricoh GR Digital II, perfect for my use and proved to me that I didn’t really need the fancier stuff just a snap focus camera. I intend to use that spares cash to get a film camera (canon 7 or other LTM rangefinder) and eventually upgrade to a GRDIV. As I shoot mostly black and white the camera doesn’t really matter for digital (at least to me)
My picks. If someone wants better than digital P&S function and image quality I recommend the Olympus E-Pm2. Very small with say the 35mm equivalent 17 2.8 pancake but it has the same sensor and AF as the OMD5. Very well made and if you can find one the price is very attractive. For film it is the Olympus RC rangefinder. Both are tiny cameras that give big results.
Lens that good in a body that small? Olympus XA! Magic lens design. No good for you I imagine, 😅even within the rangefinder world its patch is known as difficult to work with. But it’s so small and such a great lens
The thing about rangefinders is, it takes practice and even I didn't love it at first but now that I'm used to it, it's really fast and it's a tactile process and the results feel good. That said, it's not for everyone and an auto camera where you can just snap away is much easier. I think the point of the range finder is to be purposeful with your photos and take photos you want to take vs taking lots of snaps. Just my thoughts.
100%, also, seeing framelines instead of looking through the lens is great, because you can essentially "preview" 100's if not thousands of different compositions at once
I don’t find I am much faster with most auto cameras unless they’re easy to set up to just have AEL and no autofocus linked to release. Rangefinders you can just do a measurement, set it, and use zone focusing for at least pre-focus… it’s fast.
You should definitely try OMD series if you like older DSLR Olympus. I have a pen e-p1 which is compact and pretty interesting in terms of image quality. You have also the OMD EM10 mk2 which are becoming DIRT cheap and are small, not too heavy, offer amazing pancake lenses AND a flash + viewfinder. This was my first camera ever, and I wanted it small to bring them with me everywhere. I did then switch to the OMD OM1 which is cool but less compact.
Great vid! I've been using an Olympus Pen EE-S lately and it's been real fun. Very small point and shoot, and the lens is extremely sharp - pair it with a fine-grained film and it will amaze you. I really want to make some big enlargements in the darkroom just to test its limits but I'm confident they'll hold up.
As far as digital cameras, the Olympus Camedia C-7000z/C-70z is so good. In my opinion, the way it renders colors and light is very similar to high-end film point and shoots like the Contax T2 or Yashica T4, especially in direct flash “snapshot” situations.
Great channel! I don't shoot Rangefinder only canon with magic lantern crop mood 14 bit raw. but KONICA AUTO S2's lens HEXANON 45MM F1.8 is totally overlooked and fantastic (actually many use them on e.g. the sony a7 models) It needs to be fixed a bit but there are many videos on youtube about how 🔥Many konica glasses are super overlooked and really good! konica hexanon 50mm 1.7 - 40mm 1.8 - 52mm 1.8 is kickass especially together with new cameras like Eos m - 700D together with crop mood which actually makes it a Cinema camera. I think they have a super unique look and the colors and sharpness are really dope.
Canon Eos M50 ii (Mark 2) Compact light weight ! Using a sling bag you can carry your extra batteries, 3 compact lens, lens cleaner, tripod, phone charger, Poncho and not Break a sweat ! 100% My 30D is like a Dinosaur and after awhile you can feel the weight especially with the #BatteryPack 😂!!
I found a Canon S95 digicam in a box in my basement. Hardly used! Takes amazing photos and is tiny. I do lots of environmental portraits here in DC and NYC and frankly I could easily use it in lieu of bigger, heavier, “better” cameras - Llkoolwhip
I recommend having a look at the Contax Tvs. Mine is the first version of three (i believe). It has a 2x zoomlens, 28-56mm Carl Zeiss-lens that is very sharp. A fantastic camera. Easy to use also.
I was looking at the X20 a few years ago as a pocket camera, but in the end The EM5 MKII won hands down. The price of these cameras have shot up for no apparent reason these days, and some of the asking prices now equal what people were asking for a X100 T three years ago. It is a half decent camera that doesn't take up a lot of space.
For digital, I find my Panasonic GX85 (yes, with the Pana 20mm f1.7) is quite compact and very capable. For film, I've enjoyed carrying around a Ricoh 500g/500GS, as it's so small and does tend to grab some attention!
My digital EDC is my Oly EM-1 and the 7 Artisans 25mm f/0.95 as well as the Oly 14-42mm kit lens. Filmwise is different because I always like the camera that I end up using. If it's a quirky camera or a finely tuned and precise piece of equipment, I use them depending on what I want at that moment. But, if you pushed me for a camera that's both a good bit of kit and is super easy to use, I'd say my Minox 35GL would fit that bill. You should try and get yourself one, if you can. I have quite a few rangefinders and I have no trouble with the focus patches, it doesn't worry me so much.
My EDC changes from month to month with the cameras I own but currently have two digicams. 1. Samsung EX2f 2. Canon Powershot SD790 IS Both are point and shoots that offer me something different. The Samsung has fast lens, manual controls, shoots RAW, flip screen, and decent ergos. The Canon is ultra compact and has a boxy shape. Something that I can hide and be super discreet with.
I don't carry a camera with me everywhere I go, but whenever I want to bring along a camera "just in case" I bring my Rollei 35. It has an incredibly compact size, it's fully manual, and it takes amazingly beautiful photos. At first I was really intimidated by zone focusing, but after shooting a few rolls I've found that I really enjoy the process. It really forces me to be present and pay attention to the picture I'm about to take. I really like that "slow" aspect of it.
I think it really depends on the results you’re trying to achieve but if you watch my latest video I cover this exact topic in detail. Thanks for watching!
The comment about Fuji/Faizal is so real because he's the sole reason I want a fuji camera and almost rented the X100V for a trip I'm going on soon lol
im gonna do the opposite of the best EDC cameras, I'm gonna list the worst camera and lens that combinations to have around your neck every day, all of which I have used as EDC lol! 4, Nikon f3p with MD-4 battery grip + a 300mm f4 + 28, 35, 50, and 105mm (in the bag) 3, Nikon f2 with the MD-2 battery grip + ether with a 180mm f2.8 or a 200mm f4 28, 35, 50, and 105mm (in the bag) 2, Nikon d800 with battery grip and 300mm f4 + 24-70 f2.8 AFS (in the bag) 1, Nikon f5 with 24-70 f2.8 AFS + 300mm f4 (in the bag)
Film and processing is just too expensive for me, so all my shooting is done digitally. My favorite digicam since I bought it in '09 is the Canon SD780. So tiny but so capable. Goes in a little Domke case on my belt. My first copy I managed to break. My second I got on ebay before the prices went up, c. $25. Also use an SD1200 that's very nice. $7 at a garage sale. When I'm in a more serious mood, it's my Olympus EM5 Mk I, usually with the Lumix 12-32.
My personnal EDC is a Nikon Coolpix A for digicam. And sometime I switch between a Nikon L35AF 2nd gen and Nikon TW Zoom for film camera. I'm a long time Nikon user (kinda fanboy since I only buy nikon stuff)
Really enjoyed this video and greatly appreciate your perspective and insights. Thank you! I have been trying to find an EDC camera for 20 years or so! Tried the Canonet (too heavy), Olympus Trip (not enough control), Canon Powershot A610 (AF lag), Lumix LX100 (too bulky and heavy) and Lumix TZ10 (can't see the screen on a sunny day). I have just ordered at Canon Powershot G12. Hopefully that will be the one! Having a viewfinder and RAW capture are vital for me, I've realised.
Another good lightweight film SLR camera is a Minolta Maxxum (Dynax) 5. Has manual control when you want it or just leave it in either aperture or shutter priority.
All together too big as EDC. I love my Sony W830 point and shoot, fits into the jacket or any pocket, has 20MP CCD sensor and 8x zoom. 720p video is not that great, but stabiliser make it at least useful. When i want to be creative, i have a Sony P100/P200, low MP but manual mode including 30 seconds exposure time
As a preface, I enjoy your videos but I'm probably not in your target market. I'm 65 and retired and began photography before digital was an option. I don't look for the kinds of things you photographs; I've always been passionate about natural and artificial landscapes. I do enjoy looking at your photographs, even if I have little interest in making them myself. That said, when I'm out and a out without the specific intent of making a photograph, I carry my Konica Big Mini, usually loaded with Tri-X. It has an excellent lens, only a short shutter lag and in twelve years has only missed focus once, unlike my Olympus Stylus cameras. If I intend to take pictures it's more complicated. I still love my Minolta SRT-101 35mm SLR but it wasn't new when I bought it and shows its age. Also, the light meter was designed to use no longer available mercury batteries. It was converted to use modern alkaline batteries but exposure is now a matter of opinion, more or less. If I want a 35mm camera I grab my Minolta 800si super-duper big bodied 1990s SLR but alas, I have to admit that I don't often shoot 35mm. When I want a larger negative, which usually is the case, I take my 1939 vintage Rollieflex New Standard. Excellent lens and extremely light but no built in light meter and it occasionally doesn't advance film properly because 120 format film base was thicker back then. I also have a Kiev 88 but I'm not in love with it. But I'm usually wanting a larger negative, so... When I intend to make pictures I take my ancient Burke & James 5x7/4x5 view camera, usually with Ilford FP4+ or HP5+. This is neither lightweight nor compact, I admit, but given the opportunity it's what I carry. I don't do digital. I don't hate it; I'm grateful that it made so much film equipment affordable. I was a computer programmer/systems analyst/IT manager for 40 years and for a number of years was the go-to company photographer using Nikon digital cameras and lenses. I just never fell in love with the digital process or workflow. My darkroom is my refuge and playground and have no intention to give it up. Anarchic, I know, but hey, the world needs goofy old farts, too! I hope...
This was great video, no you certainly don't come across as film snob. You come across as someone who enjoys photography, more film than digital and that is only the method of recording. I was film upto 4 years ago, owning OM1,( from 1872), and Olympus IS3000 . It has taken me 4 years to get used to my Fuji XE1 . Still get frustrated re setting. Digital certainly alot lighter to carry then OM system but enjoy both now. Keep up the great videos. Kaipara New Zealand.
Yeah I suspect your dislike for rangefinders is probably due to the condition of the ones you've used, nothing worse than dark/blurry viewfinders and/or focus patches. Unfortunately, the ones in good condition (new or used) tend to be very expensive these days :( Same as you though, I'm waiting (not so) patiently for the x-pro 4
My favorite point and shoot film camera is my Nikon 35Ti and in digital it would be my Canon G7. I also like my Canon P when I want to use a rangefinder. My favorite just walk around and shoot camera would be my Olympus Digital Pen F with the 12-40 f2.8 lens. As to your comments about your OM-10 with the Orange add ons and colorful strap, I say go for it. If you love it and it makes you want to use it that is just fantastic. Many photographers say that a camera that looks good or is a little different than everyone else’s is what makes them want to take more and better images.
my "now EDC" for film cameras are Nikon One Touch Zoom 90 and Nikon EF500SV! already fell in love with EF500SV tbh since its 28mm, but still uses free focus lens. for digicams are Canon PowerShot A540 and Kodak EasyShare C140, both are still under 10MP! but I still want to add Yashica T4 like yours for my collection if I have enough money hahah
Ah... the backup camera!!! The first time I played a gig with my band, I didn't have extra strings or a backup guitar ... rolled with it ... I have never had to worry about it photograph-wise ... but i don't do pro photo stuff ... only personal!!! I kinda just roll with whatever happens!!!
Typically I carry my Olympus Pen S manual half frame point and shoot. The reason is I participate in something called the Frugal Film Project. You pick a camera that has a total cost of $75 USD and a cheap film and shoot and upload each month. My camera I carry really depends on the situation. Ever since I got a Nikon 35mm f2 lens I live using it on my f100 like a point and shoot because I can use it one handed when I am with my son.
Nice the see the X20! It sounds you don't like to bring bigger camera's and prefer the smaller point and shoot camera's and I can understand that especially if you’re out and a bout with your family. Its funny that you named the Olympus Pen with the SLR’s because its technically a SLR but many of the PEN series are not so many consider them a rangefinder. Its also pretty small, a Leica M might even be bigger with most lenses. To me it sounds even better than the Point and shoots you like to bring maybe with the exception of the Yashica T4. I would love to own one since I don’t like point and shoots at all because of the fully auto settings. That said my ADC is a Leica M6 and it taken me like 10 years to finally get the perfect camera for my every day carry, as I tried many (cheaper) camera’s but none of them sparked the same joy. I don’t care for flash, I don’t like automatic settings and manual focus needs to be smooth and available. The reason I sold my X100 is because the manual focus is horrible on that camera which is a same because it was almost perfect as a ADC especially when film is getting way to expensive.
For me it would do if it can something inbetween 28-50mm. Close focus is a nice bonus (My X100 does pretty well). On My A7 got a std zoom 28-70 that is nice due to the range as IS. Primes can be iffy due to the MFD.
Im still very new to photography so i just carry around my Pentax SP500 everywhere I go. Though at this point in my hobby im 100% an SLR fanboy and often leave my Ektar H35 at home regardless
Not trying to be rude. But I think before digital a lot of girls did not care for photography for a few reasons. One girls did not care to much for mechanical devices and did not care about dealing with chemicals. Back in the film days my sister had zero interest in photography. All she wanted was a point and shoot. Boy toys are more mechanical kind of like cameras. So more boys got into photography because after buying Star Wars and Transformers cameras are are like the big boy toys. I know there was female photographers back in the film days but I feel there are more female photographers because of digital now. Also I'm not saying women are stupid. My sister is really good at math like really good. She's worked for big companies and fixed them and told them how to improve there company. If you ever saw the movie Office Space that's what my sister did for about five years then she moved into marketing because it's less stress. That kind of job my sister had is a high level stress job and the company she worked for recruits college kids with high level math skills. But most people leave after four or five years. You have to fly around the country and look at companies books and find a away to get them back on track. Also I think women like editing photos not all if they are wedding photographers because it's so much editing. I never like black and white film developing the stop bath chemical really hits you and I just hated the smell it really wakes you up.
Good point about editing photos. I usually spend about a minute checking and putting minimum changes on my scans, but I cannot understand this Lightroom stuff or be bother with it. Btw I use film mostly also (contax ii and yashica tlr user) and have Panasonic one in cameras which are easier to use whe i do do digital
My digi point and shoot now is just my phone, they are shockingly good. I find it almost a cheat, like I'm not a photographer, but I'm learning to brush that off and shoot with it anyway. Film point and shoot is my Contax T2, it just works well all the time.
Ever checked Lumix GM5- 10 years old now and you can edit files electronically instead of doing this non agile process of developing film without being able to dodge and burn?
I agree with the Yashica T4. That is a fantastic camera. In digital point and shoot, I recommend the Canon G11 or the Fujifilm XP140. For EDC rangefinder, I carry a Fujifilm X-Pro3 or Fujifilm X100F. My favorite SLR carry is a Nikon FG. It’s small and light and has good programmed exposure. I put the 50mm f/1.4 lens. In digital, SLR cameras have fallen out of favor. However, I would suggest the Nikon D7000 or D200. I have owned both of these and currently own a D7000 converted to infrared.
Good tips! I love your approach of feeling first gear second. I think we don’t really appreciate that enough in life. My personal picks are Fujifilm x70, Sony Cybershot T7 for digital compacts, Minolta hi matic AF2 & olympud AF1 Super for film compacts, Fujifilm X-Pro1 for a rangefinder and an X-T4 & Canon A1 for the SLRs. But of course I’ll keep switching out as I thrift and buy more cameras
My EDC for ages now has been the iPhone but I recently acquired a Fuji X100V and it’s brilliant! I started out with film when I was just a lad over 50 years ago, including developing and printing B&W … somehow that little X100V takes me back. It can be a fully auto point and shoot or go fully manual with those delightful tactile controls! I find myself creating B&W images as often as colour with the Fuji. Thanks for your fun video! 📷😀
I have multiple cameras that I like to carry around of following types: 35mm SLR, and medium format SLR, TLR and range finder. It's hard to pick one camera that I like the most, but looking at the history, the C330 has been on most trips. Recently got a Rollei 3,5F and have it cla'ed. Maybe that one will get a lot of use too, it's quite compact. Or not because of the fixed lens. Since I acquired my dream 35mm SLR and got it CLA'ed, I like to carry that (Pentax LX) with me also. But actually I prefer to use medium format.
I couldn’t agree more on the x20 as a digital option! It’s got an analog-ish experience available if one craves that, but the sr-auto is also absolutely fantastic to just set and forget. I love mine! Great video!
My EDC is an Olympus EM10 MkII with a Panasonic 20mm pancake lens (M4/3). It’s compact, versatile and great for street photography. I really enjoy your channel, keep up the good work.
My EDC is the thoroughly impractical Rolleiflex 2.8f. It’s heavy, it’s slow. But Damon it looks good, takes beautiful images and starts conversations on the street. Perfect for portraits!
If that OM10 dies buy an OM2n. Glad it is working, however they are known to fail. Mine did. It was the Nikon EM that was aimed at woman, which yeah is bloody offensive. Had an x100 and x100f. They are pretty nice but I found it too limiting, that said I never got the adaptors. My everyday is an OM2n or my OM4ti. The OM1n is annoying as I have to pull out the wein cells and stick tape back down as they are air activated. Should sell it but hey, its got that mechanical reliability vibe!
My EDC is currently going back and forth between the Olympus XA and the Rollei 35. I love the size of both. The Rollei is more reliable (I’m still finding my groove with the XA), but I like that the XA has a flash and that the rangefinder better guarantees you’ve nailed the focus.
Have you had any issues with the Rollei making a tearing sound? I've stopped using mine in favor of the XA, always stops advancing and making that horrible sound when I should have 2or3 frames left.
@@hshrr7e Oh no! That doesn’t sound good 😬 The only time I’ve heard anything like that is when I advanced the film too far and ripped it out of the canister. But that was straight up user error on my end.
Love your vids, im looking into film and point and shoot with digital cameras. would the Canon Eos M be a good camera for film and photography for a beginner? or would i be better off looking into full frame cameras?
There aren’t many full frame point and shoot digital cameras. If you want full frame the older gen DSLR from canon and Nikon are still incredible and the lenses work with the film SLR as well. If you stick to one system you just have to buy 1 set of lenses
Just came back from a trip to Boston and only had my Olympus XA. Aperture priority rangefinder from a 35mm f2.8 lens. Can easily get 37 or 38 shots out of a roll if you’re careful enough. And small enough to fit inside my shirt pocket. The original XA was a rangefinder but the following series XA1-4 were zone focus cameras with the XA4 having a macro function. The flash is detachable and two options are available the A11 and A16. Pretty much the perfect travel camera, check it out!
The XA is such a delightful little camera! I just came across mine in a box of old gear. I'll have to shoot a roll. I recently got a Panasonic GX85, which is very capable and a similar size. It hasn't "clicked" for me yet, though.
As much as I love my cameras, my choice is my iPhone 13 Pro with the NOMO CAM app. Everything from classic Leica and Olympus cameras to instant and even quirky toy and disposable cameras. Over 50 different film camera simulations in my pocket, can't beat it.
My Canon EOS100D/SL1 with a fixed 24mm pancake lens is a very compact and fairly light combination (645 grams) I can slot it in my messenger bag and it gives me great control when taking photos.
I seldom shoot film but when I do it is with a Pentax MESuper. It is a very small SLR. I have an Olympus Trip 35 which I haven't tried yet. My EDC digital is an Olympus micro 4/3 camera, either of the four models I own, usually with a 17mm prime lens (but I do have options such as the excellent 45mm). I also have a Sony a6000 but I am not fond of using it so it mostly just comes to family events for snapshots.
For me, it's the Canon EOS 300V with either the 50mm f1.8 or 40mm f2.8 pancake lens for slr. The Konica Minolta Dynax 5D with either my Sigma 30mm f1.4 or Sony 20mm f2.8 lens for dslr. When it comes to rangefinders, I have to pick the Minolta Hi-Matic 7s over my Leica options - because as a daily carry, the much cheaper Minolta has a lot to offer. Compacts... The Minolta Riwa zoom 70W is so small, but delivers beautiful photos, it's my pick at the moment. For digital compacts, I find myself picking up the Olympus XZ-1 (I.Zuiko digital lens) and the Sigma DP1s a lot. I also a like good bridge camera like the Olympus C-8080 wide zoom (a very heavy camera, but with a lens made at the same factory as the contemporary Zuiko lenses and of the same quality) and I have just added the Olympus C-730 ultra zoom to my line-up. For the super compact and definitely pocketable option, I just picked up a Canon IXUS i5 - the smallest dedicated camera, I have ever owned (even smaller than the Olympus Mju 400 digital).
EDC ,only camera if you don't count a Crown Graphix 4x5, is a Leica M10 usually with a 35mm Summicron V2 (1969) due to it small pancake design or if I want to go even smaller a 3.5cm Summaron F3.5. Think camera choice is very personnel and though I love using the M system from the time I got a M4-2 film camera in 2009 but can understand why ranger finders are not for everyone and don't see why anyone would force them selves to use one if they didn't enjoy.
Most of the time i just have my M4 with a 35mm on it. When I'm doubtful about the conditions, want something simpler, worry I might need flash/versatility, I take my Olympus XA with the flash attached. Digital, lately I've just been carrying my X70 around...
Olympus Epic/MJU II 2.8 lens film camera and Canon PowerShot S95 or the EOS M with 22mm lens for small digital cameras. I got GAS years ago when the bottom dropped out of the film camera market so there are over 100 on my shelves and in boxes to pick from. One of the most addictive to shoot is that little black Olympus Stylus Infinity with the 35mm 3.5 lens, I love the shutter on those things.
For EDC my option are Petri Racer 35mm, Canon G12. For heavier depending on my mood/need mamiya/sekor 1000dtl, Contax 139q(my fav). If i wam medium format Bronica ETRSI, or Yashica Mat 124. Still putting together my DSLR kits
If you want your ditital photos to look more like film then why not try my go to lightroom preset, available here - www.lucylumen.com/shop/p/lucys-warm-film-preset
My OM5 from OMS with a Panasonic 20mm 1.7 is even smaller than my x100v with the retro look and just a fantastic camera to use and carry.
Bro I have the same camera but with the 25mm 1.7 !
I sold all of my camera gear (Oly PenF and EM5iii) for one camera to start over. That camera a Ricoh GR Digital II, perfect for my use and proved to me that I didn’t really need the fancier stuff just a snap focus camera. I intend to use that spares cash to get a film camera (canon 7 or other LTM rangefinder) and eventually upgrade to a GRDIV. As I shoot mostly black and white the camera doesn’t really matter for digital (at least to me)
My picks. If someone wants better than digital P&S function and image quality I recommend the Olympus E-Pm2. Very small with say the 35mm equivalent 17 2.8 pancake but it has the same sensor and AF as the OMD5. Very well made and if you can find one the price is very attractive. For film it is the Olympus RC rangefinder. Both are tiny cameras that give big results.
Lens that good in a body that small? Olympus XA! Magic lens design.
No good for you I imagine, 😅even within the rangefinder world its patch is known as difficult to work with. But it’s so small and such a great lens
Yes so true the XA is amazing! I have always wanted to try one actually despite the rangefinder part haha 😂 they look so cool too!
The thing about rangefinders is, it takes practice and even I didn't love it at first but now that I'm used to it, it's really fast and it's a tactile process and the results feel good. That said, it's not for everyone and an auto camera where you can just snap away is much easier. I think the point of the range finder is to be purposeful with your photos and take photos you want to take vs taking lots of snaps. Just my thoughts.
100%, also, seeing framelines instead of looking through the lens is great, because you can essentially "preview" 100's if not thousands of different compositions at once
I don’t find I am much faster with most auto cameras unless they’re easy to set up to just have AEL and no autofocus linked to release. Rangefinders you can just do a measurement, set it, and use zone focusing for at least pre-focus… it’s fast.
You should definitely try OMD series if you like older DSLR Olympus.
I have a pen e-p1 which is compact and pretty interesting in terms of image quality.
You have also the OMD EM10 mk2 which are becoming DIRT cheap and are small, not too heavy, offer amazing pancake lenses AND a flash + viewfinder. This was my first camera ever, and I wanted it small to bring them with me everywhere. I did then switch to the OMD OM1 which is cool but less compact.
Minolta TC-1 or Ricoh R1s (film) / Ricoh GRIII (digital) 😁
Great vid! I've been using an Olympus Pen EE-S lately and it's been real fun. Very small point and shoot, and the lens is extremely sharp - pair it with a fine-grained film and it will amaze you. I really want to make some big enlargements in the darkroom just to test its limits but I'm confident they'll hold up.
Ricoh GR iii... Full control / Aps-c / truly pocketable / great lens
As far as digital cameras, the Olympus Camedia C-7000z/C-70z is so good. In my opinion, the way it renders colors and light is very similar to high-end film point and shoots like the Contax T2 or Yashica T4, especially in direct flash “snapshot” situations.
Great channel! I don't shoot Rangefinder only canon with magic lantern crop mood 14 bit raw. but KONICA AUTO S2's lens HEXANON 45MM F1.8 is totally overlooked and fantastic (actually many use them on e.g. the sony a7 models) It needs to be fixed a bit but there are many videos on youtube about how 🔥Many konica glasses are super overlooked and really good! konica hexanon 50mm 1.7 - 40mm 1.8 - 52mm 1.8 is kickass especially together with new cameras like Eos m - 700D together with crop mood which actually makes it a Cinema camera. I think they have a super unique look and the colors and sharpness are really dope.
This was really helpful, as I’m trying to find a reasonably compact digital camera that I could EDC along side my OM20.
Canon Eos M50 ii (Mark 2) Compact light weight ! Using a sling bag you can carry your extra batteries, 3 compact lens, lens cleaner, tripod, phone charger, Poncho and not Break a sweat ! 100% My 30D is like a Dinosaur and after awhile you can feel the weight especially with the #BatteryPack 😂!!
I found a Canon S95 digicam in a box in my basement. Hardly used! Takes amazing photos and is tiny. I do lots of environmental portraits here in DC and NYC and frankly I could easily use it in lieu of bigger, heavier, “better” cameras - Llkoolwhip
Everyone with small to medium sized cameras for edc then me with a 6d and a 28-105😭
I recommend having a look at the Contax Tvs. Mine is the first version of three (i believe). It has a 2x zoomlens, 28-56mm Carl Zeiss-lens that is very sharp. A fantastic camera. Easy to use also.
I was looking at the X20 a few years ago as a pocket camera, but in the end The EM5 MKII won hands down. The price of these cameras have shot up for no apparent reason these days, and some of the asking prices now equal what people were asking for a X100 T three years ago. It is a half decent camera that doesn't take up a lot of space.
For digital, I find my Panasonic GX85 (yes, with the Pana 20mm f1.7) is quite compact and very capable. For film, I've enjoyed carrying around a Ricoh 500g/500GS, as it's so small and does tend to grab some attention!
^ my street photography setup(GX85 20mm 1.7). The B+W out if that setup is staggering. Similar to Leica.
I could listen for hours… thank you, please keep making videos. 💙 it
My digital EDC is my Oly EM-1 and the 7 Artisans 25mm f/0.95 as well as the Oly 14-42mm kit lens. Filmwise is different because I always like the camera that I end up using. If it's a quirky camera or a finely tuned and precise piece of equipment, I use them depending on what I want at that moment. But, if you pushed me for a camera that's both a good bit of kit and is super easy to use, I'd say my Minox 35GL would fit that bill. You should try and get yourself one, if you can. I have quite a few rangefinders and I have no trouble with the focus patches, it doesn't worry me so much.
My EDC changes from month to month with the cameras I own but currently have two digicams.
1. Samsung EX2f
2. Canon Powershot SD790 IS
Both are point and shoots that offer me something different.
The Samsung has fast lens, manual controls, shoots RAW, flip screen, and decent ergos.
The Canon is ultra compact and has a boxy shape. Something that I can hide and be super discreet with.
Need a Nikon em with the pancake lens! Still an affordable set up. Small, compact full frame SLR
My EDC cams:
Film - Olympus XA
Digicam - Canon Powershot G2
The 100% carry is my iphone
Nice one Travis! And yes phone is really actually everyone true EDC haha 😆
My X-pro1 also looks exactly like my personality. It’s more so an accessory than a full on camera to me at this point I love it
I don't carry a camera with me everywhere I go, but whenever I want to bring along a camera "just in case" I bring my Rollei 35. It has an incredibly compact size, it's fully manual, and it takes amazingly beautiful photos. At first I was really intimidated by zone focusing, but after shooting a few rolls I've found that I really enjoy the process. It really forces me to be present and pay attention to the picture I'm about to take. I really like that "slow" aspect of it.
Nice, I literally just bought a Rollei 35 a few weeks ago (my first film camera). I'm now looking to add a 35s to my collection as well.
On camera flash is flat and souless compared to a good off camera flash
I think it really depends on the results you’re trying to achieve but if you watch my latest video I cover this exact topic in detail. Thanks for watching!
The comment about Fuji/Faizal is so real because he's the sole reason I want a fuji camera and almost rented the X100V for a trip I'm going on soon lol
Oh my god I know right! Faizal is the man and I love his channel. Anything he shots, uses or talks about I just want instantly haha 😂
im gonna do the opposite of the best EDC cameras, I'm gonna list the worst camera and lens that combinations to have around your neck every day, all of which I have used as EDC lol!
4, Nikon f3p with MD-4 battery grip + a 300mm f4 + 28, 35, 50, and 105mm (in the bag)
3, Nikon f2 with the MD-2 battery grip + ether with a 180mm f2.8 or a 200mm f4 28, 35, 50, and 105mm (in the bag)
2, Nikon d800 with battery grip and 300mm f4 + 24-70 f2.8 AFS (in the bag)
1, Nikon f5 with 24-70 f2.8 AFS + 300mm f4 (in the bag)
Film and processing is just too expensive for me, so all my shooting is done digitally. My favorite digicam since I bought it in '09 is the Canon SD780. So tiny but so capable. Goes in a little Domke case on my belt. My first copy I managed to break. My second I got on ebay before the prices went up, c. $25. Also use an SD1200 that's very nice. $7 at a garage sale. When I'm in a more serious mood, it's my Olympus EM5 Mk I, usually with the Lumix 12-32.
My personnal EDC is a Nikon Coolpix A for digicam. And sometime I switch between a Nikon L35AF 2nd gen and Nikon TW Zoom for film camera. I'm a long time Nikon user (kinda fanboy since I only buy nikon stuff)
Really enjoyed this video and greatly appreciate your perspective and insights. Thank you! I have been trying to find an EDC camera for 20 years or so! Tried the Canonet (too heavy), Olympus Trip (not enough control), Canon Powershot A610 (AF lag), Lumix LX100 (too bulky and heavy) and Lumix TZ10 (can't see the screen on a sunny day). I have just ordered at Canon Powershot G12. Hopefully that will be the one! Having a viewfinder and RAW capture are vital for me, I've realised.
Looking good Lumen!❤
I have no idea how people take pictures of toddlers with SLRs, I think I might manage one before there's a bunch of fingerprints on my lens 😅😅
Another good lightweight film SLR camera is a Minolta Maxxum (Dynax) 5. Has manual control when you want it or just leave it in either aperture or shutter priority.
All together too big as EDC.
I love my Sony W830 point and shoot, fits into the jacket or any pocket, has 20MP CCD sensor and 8x zoom. 720p video is not that great, but stabiliser make it at least useful.
When i want to be creative, i have a Sony P100/P200, low MP but manual mode including 30 seconds exposure time
I'm using an Olympus em10 mark 3 and a dji 15mm. I like that it's compact and easy to control. Maybe I'll go for a little wider lenses in the future.
As a preface, I enjoy your videos but I'm probably not in your target market. I'm 65 and retired and began photography before digital was an option. I don't look for the kinds of things you photographs; I've always been passionate about natural and artificial landscapes. I do enjoy looking at your photographs, even if I have little interest in making them myself.
That said, when I'm out and a out without the specific intent of making a photograph, I carry my Konica Big Mini, usually loaded with Tri-X. It has an excellent lens, only a short shutter lag and in twelve years has only missed focus once, unlike my Olympus Stylus cameras. If I intend to take pictures it's more complicated. I still love my Minolta SRT-101 35mm SLR but it wasn't new when I bought it and shows its age. Also, the light meter was designed to use no longer available mercury batteries. It was converted to use modern alkaline batteries but exposure is now a matter of opinion, more or less. If I want a 35mm camera I grab my Minolta 800si super-duper big bodied 1990s SLR but alas, I have to admit that I don't often shoot 35mm.
When I want a larger negative, which usually is the case, I take my 1939 vintage Rollieflex New Standard. Excellent lens and extremely light but no built in light meter and it occasionally doesn't advance film properly because 120 format film base was thicker back then. I also have a Kiev 88 but I'm not in love with it. But I'm usually wanting a larger negative, so...
When I intend to make pictures I take my ancient Burke & James 5x7/4x5 view camera, usually with Ilford FP4+ or HP5+. This is neither lightweight nor compact, I admit, but given the opportunity it's what I carry.
I don't do digital. I don't hate it; I'm grateful that it made so much film equipment affordable. I was a computer programmer/systems analyst/IT manager for 40 years and for a number of years was the go-to company photographer using Nikon digital cameras and lenses. I just never fell in love with the digital process or workflow. My darkroom is my refuge and playground and have no intention to give it up. Anarchic, I know, but hey, the world needs goofy old farts, too! I hope...
This was great video, no you certainly don't come across as film snob. You come across as someone who enjoys photography, more film than digital and that is only the method of recording.
I was film upto 4 years ago, owning OM1,( from 1872), and Olympus IS3000 . It has taken me 4 years to get used to my Fuji XE1 . Still get frustrated re setting.
Digital certainly alot lighter to carry then OM system but enjoy both now.
Keep up the great videos.
Kaipara New Zealand.
Yeah I suspect your dislike for rangefinders is probably due to the condition of the ones you've used, nothing worse than dark/blurry viewfinders and/or focus patches. Unfortunately, the ones in good condition (new or used) tend to be very expensive these days :( Same as you though, I'm waiting (not so) patiently for the x-pro 4
My EDC bag has a Fujifilm X100T digital, a Nikon 35Ti film camera, and a Fuji Instax mini Evo.
My favorite point and shoot film camera is my Nikon 35Ti and in digital it would be my Canon G7. I also like my Canon P when I want to use a rangefinder. My favorite just walk around and shoot camera would be my Olympus Digital Pen F with the 12-40 f2.8 lens. As to your comments about your OM-10 with the Orange add ons and colorful strap, I say go for it. If you love it and it makes you want to use it that is just fantastic. Many photographers say that a camera that looks good or is a little different than everyone else’s is what makes them want to take more and better images.
my "now EDC" for film cameras are Nikon One Touch Zoom 90 and Nikon EF500SV! already fell in love with EF500SV tbh since its 28mm, but still uses free focus lens. for digicams are Canon PowerShot A540 and Kodak EasyShare C140, both are still under 10MP! but I still want to add Yashica T4 like yours for my collection if I have enough money hahah
Ah... the backup camera!!! The first time I played a gig with my band, I didn't have extra strings or a backup guitar ... rolled with it ... I have never had to worry about it photograph-wise ... but i don't do pro photo stuff ... only personal!!! I kinda just roll with whatever happens!!!
Typically I carry my Olympus Pen S manual half frame point and shoot. The reason is I participate in something called the Frugal Film Project. You pick a camera that has a total cost of $75 USD and a cheap film and shoot and upload each month. My camera I carry really depends on the situation. Ever since I got a Nikon 35mm f2 lens I live using it on my f100 like a point and shoot because I can use it one handed when I am with my son.
Nice the see the X20! It sounds you don't like to bring bigger camera's and prefer the smaller point and shoot camera's and I can understand that especially if you’re out and a bout with your family. Its funny that you named the Olympus Pen with the SLR’s because its technically a SLR but many of the PEN series are not so many consider them a rangefinder. Its also pretty small, a Leica M might even be bigger with most lenses. To me it sounds even better than the Point and shoots you like to bring maybe with the exception of the Yashica T4. I would love to own one since I don’t like point and shoots at all because of the fully auto settings. That said my ADC is a Leica M6 and it taken me like 10 years to finally get the perfect camera for my every day carry, as I tried many (cheaper) camera’s but none of them sparked the same joy. I don’t care for flash, I don’t like automatic settings and manual focus needs to be smooth and available. The reason I sold my X100 is because the manual focus is horrible on that camera which is a same because it was almost perfect as a ADC especially when film is getting way to expensive.
For me it would do if it can something inbetween 28-50mm. Close focus is a nice bonus (My X100 does pretty well). On My A7 got a std zoom 28-70 that is nice due to the range as IS. Primes can be iffy due to the MFD.
Im still very new to photography so i just carry around my Pentax SP500 everywhere I go. Though at this point in my hobby im 100% an SLR fanboy and often leave my Ektar H35 at home regardless
My EDC is a Canon VT Deluxe with a Voightlander 21mm f4 Color Skopar/LH1 hood yellow B+W filter loaded with Rollei RPX 100 film
Leica M3 [black&white] / Fujifilm X100V [colour]
is there a under 50.00 camera that charges, uploads longer videos and fast uploading and actually records longer videos say an hour or so? at least
Not trying to be rude. But I think before digital a lot of girls did not care for photography for a few reasons. One girls did not care to much for mechanical devices and did not care about dealing with chemicals.
Back in the film days my sister had zero interest in photography. All she wanted was a point and shoot.
Boy toys are more mechanical kind of like cameras. So more boys got into photography because after buying Star Wars and Transformers cameras are are like the big boy toys.
I know there was female photographers back in the film days but I feel there are more female photographers because of digital now.
Also I'm not saying women are stupid. My sister is really good at math like really good. She's worked for big companies and fixed them and told them how to improve there company. If you ever saw the movie Office Space that's what my sister did for about five years then she moved into marketing because it's less stress.
That kind of job my sister had is a high level stress job and the company she worked for recruits college kids with high level math skills. But most people leave after four or five years. You have to fly around the country and look at companies books and find a away to get them back on track.
Also I think women like editing photos not all if they are wedding photographers because it's so much editing.
I never like black and white film developing the stop bath chemical really hits you and I just hated the smell it really wakes you up.
Good point about editing photos. I usually spend about a minute checking and putting minimum changes on my scans, but I cannot understand this Lightroom stuff or be bother with it. Btw I use film mostly also (contax ii and yashica tlr user) and have Panasonic one in cameras which are easier to use whe i do do digital
i like my FUJI W3 3D camera , from 2012 . The video is poor but the 3D pics are great & it has a 3d screen.
My digi point and shoot now is just my phone, they are shockingly good. I find it almost a cheat, like I'm not a photographer, but I'm learning to brush that off and shoot with it anyway.
Film point and shoot is my Contax T2, it just works well all the time.
Ever checked Lumix GM5- 10 years old now and you can edit files electronically instead of doing this non agile process of developing film without being able to dodge and burn?
My EDC is my CanonRP. I take it everywhere. I would take my AE-1 out more if I was comfortable and the prices weren’t too crazy.
The Yashica T4 has been my fun go-to for over 25 years. My "serious" one is Leica M3. No digital fir me unless phone camera counts. LOL
Always seem to have some sort of 35mm point and shoot with me and my XT5. Another great video!
i have everyday 2 cams, always an ixus 90is and for film an olympus xa or an Ricoh FF1 both top lenses... greets BM
For a while I really enjoyed carrying a toy camera with me either Diana or Holga. Now I gravitate towards a TLR or SLR.
Kodak Retina iic or iiic, Olympus XA or Canon QL17 Giii for film. Fujifilm x100v for digital
I agree with the Yashica T4. That is a fantastic camera. In digital point and shoot, I recommend the Canon G11 or the Fujifilm XP140. For EDC rangefinder, I carry a Fujifilm X-Pro3 or Fujifilm X100F. My favorite SLR carry is a Nikon FG. It’s small and light and has good programmed exposure. I put the 50mm f/1.4 lens. In digital, SLR cameras have fallen out of favor. However, I would suggest the Nikon D7000 or D200. I have owned both of these and currently own a D7000 converted to infrared.
Good Stuff.........but I see guitars and basses behind you.......are you also a musician ? if so , where is that content ?
Cheers !
Loved my T4 but the pressure plate came off???? Now it is just a paper weight with an amazing lens!!!!
Film:olympus om2n,ricoh 500g,zorki 4
Digicam:olympus omd 10 mk 2 and olympus omd 5 mk 2
Ricoh all the way 😂
Digital: GR II / III
Film: GR 1 (s/v)
Good tips! I love your approach of feeling first gear second. I think we don’t really appreciate that enough in life. My personal picks are Fujifilm x70, Sony Cybershot T7 for digital compacts, Minolta hi matic AF2 & olympud AF1 Super for film compacts, Fujifilm X-Pro1 for a rangefinder and an X-T4 & Canon A1 for the SLRs. But of course I’ll keep switching out as I thrift and buy more cameras
Olympus xa for my edc rangefinder but the patch does kinda suck
Inspired by the EDC idea. I have a nice option. Probably missing out by not having it on my person regularly.
That was really a nice discussion 😃
Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed my ramblings haha 😆
I used to love my nikon coolpix 7900, many moons ago! All in on Sony now. a7iii 📷
Have you tried a Minolta S414? It's crazy good for a 4mp camera.
A beat up Ikoflex. It's light weight and I'm not too bothered about scuffing it.
My EDC for ages now has been the iPhone but I recently acquired a Fuji X100V and it’s brilliant! I started out with film when I was just a lad over 50 years ago, including developing and printing B&W … somehow that little X100V takes me back. It can be a fully auto point and shoot or go fully manual with those delightful tactile controls! I find myself creating B&W images as often as colour with the Fuji. Thanks for your fun video! 📷😀
I have multiple cameras that I like to carry around of following types: 35mm SLR, and medium format SLR, TLR and range finder.
It's hard to pick one camera that I like the most, but looking at the history, the C330 has been on most trips.
Recently got a Rollei 3,5F and have it cla'ed. Maybe that one will get a lot of use too, it's quite compact. Or not because of the fixed lens.
Since I acquired my dream 35mm SLR and got it CLA'ed, I like to carry that (Pentax LX) with me also. But actually I prefer to use medium format.
I was looking for this video, also gr3at to see a fellow goldcoast mate.
Nikon 35Ti. Pocketable, easy to hold, photos are perfect.
I couldn’t agree more on the x20 as a digital option! It’s got an analog-ish experience available if one craves that, but the sr-auto is also absolutely fantastic to just set and forget. I love mine! Great video!
My EDC is an Olympus EM10 MkII with a Panasonic 20mm pancake lens (M4/3). It’s compact, versatile and great for street photography. I really enjoy your channel, keep up the good work.
Thanks for sharing Alan! Glad you enjoy the channel too - thank you!
My goto everyday camera is a Nikon FM2n with a 28mm or 35mm lens.
Kodak still making cheap affordable diggy cams and a few other brands.
Love my Nikon F4 its just great to use but carying it around just is a huge pain for an edc camera
where do you get your cute colorful camera straps?
They are from Dubblefilm in Spain! Kodak Reto also have some colourful ones they just released too.
@@LucyLumenaww thank you so much! 🫶 I just discovered your channel and am obsessed with your style and vibe!
Easy, that would be the Canon Sure Shot Classic 120.
My EDC is the thoroughly impractical Rolleiflex 2.8f. It’s heavy, it’s slow. But Damon it looks good, takes beautiful images and starts conversations on the street. Perfect for portraits!
Yes for portraits that is a great opener of conversation!
If that OM10 dies buy an OM2n. Glad it is working, however they are known to fail. Mine did.
It was the Nikon EM that was aimed at woman, which yeah is bloody offensive.
Had an x100 and x100f. They are pretty nice but I found it too limiting, that said I never got the adaptors.
My everyday is an OM2n or my OM4ti. The OM1n is annoying as I have to pull out the wein cells and stick tape back down as they are air activated. Should sell it but hey, its got that mechanical reliability vibe!
If I ever find 4ti at a good price I will definitely get it they are so nice!
25mm 2.8 pancake lens for your Olympus e-620.
My EDC is currently going back and forth between the Olympus XA and the Rollei 35. I love the size of both. The Rollei is more reliable (I’m still finding my groove with the XA), but I like that the XA has a flash and that the rangefinder better guarantees you’ve nailed the focus.
Have you had any issues with the Rollei making a tearing sound? I've stopped using mine in favor of the XA, always stops advancing and making that horrible sound when I should have 2or3 frames left.
@@hshrr7e Oh no! That doesn’t sound good 😬 The only time I’ve heard anything like that is when I advanced the film too far and ripped it out of the canister. But that was straight up user error on my end.
Leica Q2 every day, and every night carry.
Love your vids, im looking into film and point and shoot with digital cameras.
would the Canon Eos M be a good camera for film and photography for a beginner?
or would i be better off looking into full frame cameras?
There aren’t many full frame point and shoot digital cameras. If you want full frame the older gen DSLR from canon and Nikon are still incredible and the lenses work with the film SLR as well. If you stick to one system you just have to buy 1 set of lenses
Just came back from a trip to Boston and only had my Olympus XA. Aperture priority rangefinder from a 35mm f2.8 lens. Can easily get 37 or 38 shots out of a roll if you’re careful enough. And small enough to fit inside my shirt pocket.
The original XA was a rangefinder but the following series XA1-4 were zone focus cameras with the XA4 having a macro function. The flash is detachable and two options are available the A11 and A16.
Pretty much the perfect travel camera, check it out!
The XA is such a delightful little camera! I just came across mine in a box of old gear. I'll have to shoot a roll.
I recently got a Panasonic GX85, which is very capable and a similar size. It hasn't "clicked" for me yet, though.
Nikon FM2 with a 50mm or 35mm prime lens
As much as I love my cameras, my choice is my iPhone 13 Pro with the NOMO CAM app. Everything from classic Leica and Olympus cameras to instant and even quirky toy and disposable cameras. Over 50 different film camera simulations in my pocket, can't beat it.
My Canon EOS100D/SL1 with a fixed 24mm pancake lens is a very compact and fairly light combination (645 grams) I can slot it in my messenger bag and it gives me great control when taking photos.
I seldom shoot film but when I do it is with a Pentax MESuper. It is a very small SLR. I have an Olympus Trip 35 which I haven't tried yet. My EDC digital is an Olympus micro 4/3 camera, either of the four models I own, usually with a 17mm prime lens (but I do have options such as the excellent 45mm). I also have a Sony a6000 but I am not fond of using it so it mostly just comes to family events for snapshots.
For me, it's the Canon EOS 300V with either the 50mm f1.8 or 40mm f2.8 pancake lens for slr.
The Konica Minolta Dynax 5D with either my Sigma 30mm f1.4 or Sony 20mm f2.8 lens for dslr.
When it comes to rangefinders, I have to pick the Minolta Hi-Matic 7s over my Leica options - because as a daily carry, the much cheaper Minolta has a lot to offer.
Compacts... The Minolta Riwa zoom 70W is so small, but delivers beautiful photos, it's my pick at the moment. For digital compacts, I find myself picking up the Olympus XZ-1 (I.Zuiko digital lens) and the Sigma DP1s a lot.
I also a like good bridge camera like the Olympus C-8080 wide zoom (a very heavy camera, but with a lens made at the same factory as the contemporary Zuiko lenses and of the same quality) and I have just added the Olympus C-730 ultra zoom to my line-up.
For the super compact and definitely pocketable option, I just picked up a Canon IXUS i5 - the smallest dedicated camera, I have ever owned (even smaller than the Olympus Mju 400 digital).
EDC ,only camera if you don't count a Crown Graphix 4x5, is a Leica M10 usually with a 35mm Summicron V2 (1969) due to it small pancake design or if I want to go even smaller a 3.5cm Summaron F3.5. Think camera choice is very personnel and though I love using the M system from the time I got a M4-2 film camera in 2009 but can understand why ranger finders are not for everyone and don't see why anyone would force them selves to use one if they didn't enjoy.
Most of the time i just have my M4 with a 35mm on it. When I'm doubtful about the conditions, want something simpler, worry I might need flash/versatility, I take my Olympus XA with the flash attached. Digital, lately I've just been carrying my X70 around...
Olympus Epic/MJU II 2.8 lens film camera and Canon PowerShot S95 or the EOS M with 22mm lens for small digital cameras. I got GAS years ago when the bottom dropped out of the film camera market so there are over 100 on my shelves and in boxes to pick from. One of the most addictive to shoot is that little black Olympus Stylus Infinity with the 35mm 3.5 lens, I love the shutter on those things.
For EDC my option are Petri Racer 35mm, Canon G12. For heavier depending on my mood/need mamiya/sekor 1000dtl, Contax 139q(my fav). If i wam medium format Bronica ETRSI, or Yashica Mat 124. Still putting together my DSLR kits