My holy trinity lens are 14-24 f2.8S, 24-70 f2.8S, 70-200 f2.8S with a couple of TC's on board if needed. I also carry the 100-400 S lens in the same kit. I am not a believer in "less is more". I really think that's BS. Having more does not change anything! Everyone thinks what they want too though. I love a ton of gear to choose from. It works great for me. I LOVE photography and don't need more or less gear to enjoy the heck out of my photography. I have been doing it for 50 plus years and will never get tired of it. I have shot a lot of stuff in my time and I ain't stopping now. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and I hope you have as much fun as I have had over the years.
Well said. I am now at the point of reducing the number of kits I have as camera revolutionary improvements are stabilizing. The Z6III is a very good camera, especially for video and improvements in auto-focus. I have the Z6II and the upgrade to Z6III is not compelling to me since I modified the Z6II to full spectrum for astro and infra-red photography. For all-rounder, the Z8 is awesome. It is now my main camera. The Z7II is now just a backup to the Z8. Lenses-wise, which should be the main considerations for acquiring camera gear, the only ones left for me to desire are the Plena and a super-telephoto prime (600 mm or 800 mm) for wildlife.
I am in the process of getting the 28-400 as well, it is gonna be my one all shoot all rule them all lens just so I don't need to fumble along changing. I do have the 24-120 f/4S that is primarily my everyday lens currently. I enjoy your videos, esp one coming from SoCal too.
I was too slow to sell my DSLR and F mount lenses. Now, their resale value is so low, I find myself preferring to hold onto them for occasional nostalgic use. Maybe one day they will be cool again and go back up in value.
I envy everyone. I just was able to afford a d3400 with a crappy lens. My photography game is going backwards and everyone with a z30 is light years ahead of me. I can admit though the d3400 is better then a lot of cameras out there though
I sold my 24-200 when I bought my 28-400 as well. I had a hard time because it was a great, versatile and compact(ish) lens. It was also my first Z lens. I sometimes question my decision because the difference between 200 and 400 is not a great as I was envisioning. In addition, I sold my 50mm and replaced it with the 24-70 2.8. The Nikon 50 1.8 was fantastic in testing, but I never actually used it. Right now I’m using my iPhone for wide angle beyond 24mm. I’m using these 2 lenses with my Nikon Z5. I think you are on to something with your trinity!
Yeah I’m gonna wait just a little bit before selling my FX3/ZV-E1 kit. But so far, the Z6iii has performed as expected, so I’m questioning whether I need to keep my Sony stuff.
I almost bought that lens. You can get some great deals on the used market. I wish I still had my Z50. If you can get your hands on a Nikon Z6iii (a) modded, and a 20/24/35 prime you can see some amazing detail. Especially in the reds. Keep up your cool videos!
My holy trinity lens are 14-24 f2.8S, 24-70 f2.8S, 70-200 f2.8S with a couple of TC's on board if needed. I also carry the 100-400 S lens in the same kit. I am not a believer in "less is more". I really think that's BS. Having more does not change anything! Everyone thinks what they want too though. I love a ton of gear to choose from. It works great for me. I LOVE photography and don't need more or less gear to enjoy the heck out of my photography. I have been doing it for 50 plus years and will never get tired of it. I have shot a lot of stuff in my time and I ain't stopping now. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and I hope you have as much fun as I have had over the years.
I thought the landscape holy trinity was the 14-24 f2.8, 24-120 f4, and 100-400 f/4.5-5.6.
Well said. I am now at the point of reducing the number of kits I have as camera revolutionary improvements are stabilizing. The Z6III is a very good camera, especially for video and improvements in auto-focus. I have the Z6II and the upgrade to Z6III is not compelling to me since I modified the Z6II to full spectrum for astro and infra-red photography. For all-rounder, the Z8 is awesome. It is now my main camera. The Z7II is now just a backup to the Z8. Lenses-wise, which should be the main considerations for acquiring camera gear, the only ones left for me to desire are the Plena and a super-telephoto prime (600 mm or 800 mm) for wildlife.
I am in the process of getting the 28-400 as well, it is gonna be my one all shoot all rule them all lens just so I don't need to fumble along changing. I do have the 24-120 f/4S that is primarily my everyday lens currently. I enjoy your videos, esp one coming from SoCal too.
I was too slow to sell my DSLR and F mount lenses. Now, their resale value is so low, I find myself preferring to hold onto them for occasional nostalgic use. Maybe one day they will be cool again and go back up in value.
I envy everyone. I just was able to afford a d3400 with a crappy lens. My photography game is going backwards and everyone with a z30 is light years ahead of me. I can admit though the d3400 is better then a lot of cameras out there though
I sold my 24-200 when I bought my 28-400 as well. I had a hard time because it was a great, versatile and compact(ish) lens. It was also my first Z lens. I sometimes question my decision because the difference between 200 and 400 is not a great as I was envisioning. In addition, I sold my 50mm and replaced it with the 24-70 2.8. The Nikon 50 1.8 was fantastic in testing, but I never actually used it. Right now I’m using my iPhone for wide angle beyond 24mm. I’m using these 2 lenses with my Nikon Z5. I think you are on to something with your trinity!
This is a very Logical approach towards your needs and workflow
Yeah I’m gonna wait just a little bit before selling my FX3/ZV-E1 kit. But so far, the Z6iii has performed as expected, so I’m questioning whether I need to keep my Sony stuff.
I almost bought that lens. You can get some great deals on the used market. I wish I still had my Z50. If you can get your hands on a Nikon Z6iii (a) modded, and a 20/24/35 prime you can see some amazing detail. Especially in the reds. Keep up your cool videos!
I know how hard it is to get rid of gear, so congrats on actually doing it. :)
I always enjoy your videos. Keep up the good content. Can wait to see more Z6 III photos in future.
The window in your background is all blown out due to z6iii lack of dynamic range. Other than that, z6iii would have been the best camera under $2500.