I’m an intermediate-beginner, keeping same status for the last 4 years; throughly discouraged about my lack of progress. Last 3 days I’ve watched 20 videos x 3 of your presentations. I thought you spoke too fast and didn’t give me enough time to write down important points, upset, and so I put down my pen and reclined. Interestingly, I grew in you after first set of 20; soon hooked as your contents so very different from others. I went back and watch all 20 again and again once more, total of 60. By listening to you I grew badly needed excitement, renewed motivation and inspiration. Thank you!!
I can understand your frustration with how fast he talks but for me I love it because there is so much info in a short video and i can just rewind it over and over till i understand. I love these videos!
Plus, Simon is the contrary of a gatekeeper. Photography can be a daunting hobby for us newbies and having someone share his knowledge and experience in a way that encourages new people to improve is a very wholesome thing
@@TheDonCucaracho So well said-the encouragement goes a long way when learning anything and as a teacher, I strive to be that every day as the teachers I respond to best are just that. The smug gatekeepers are the absolute worst.
hey simon! a friend and i recently started getting into photography quite seriously as of late and i just wanted to mention that your videos are absolute lifesavers and contain a bunch of incredibly useful information, all told in a super enjoyable and understandable format. i seriously can’t thank you enough for sharing your secrets and practices with us, it’s just absolutely amazing how much you can teach us in a few short minutes. ever since we started watching you, the quality of our pictures have skyrocketed and people have started recognizing us as “proper” photographers because of it. truth be told we’re just two 17 year olds trying to make the most of our hobbies but your videos and passion towards photography have led us to believe this very well might be something we want to do full-time in the future. we would like to join those many people and express how grateful we are for your work and will to help us out beginners. seriously, thank you so much!!!
Simon, everytime I'm having a specific issue your videos are reccomended to me and they have ALWAYS come out that day. It's like you're reading my mind
Simon, I think I'm just beginning to appreciate just how much effort you must be putting into your videos. They are always so clear, concise and very well thought out. I feel I've always gained a much clearer understanding of the subjects you cover. I am forever greatful. 🙏
The only thing about this video that was different, is I wish it came out last week. You just explained why some of my shots were slightly out of focus!!! Now I know and know what to do to lower the chances of that happening again!!! Thank you!! Also, I shoot wildlife, landscape, city scape and action photography. I just took some classes on flash and abstract images as those are areas out of my comfort zone. I do this as a hobby, but I will want to try and make the best pictures I can. Thank you for your help!!
A Very informative and helpful channel. It’s nice to have practical photography tips instead of the usual hardware comparisons. These focus tips are gold. Thank you.
Thanks Simon. Another issue is getting your subject in focus when the subject isn't anywhere near the center or under a focus point. I use single mode, move on to said subject, focus, then reframe the shot. The thing I want in focus is, even though it's off in a corner or such.
Thanks again for another video! The sun is shining out here (which makes my m4/3 setup a lot happier), so I'm going to try these things out as soon as possible. Most of the things I knew and/or had heard before, but what I always forget is skill is acquired by doing!
This is the best "How to" channel I have found. That's why I subscribed. The tip a few videos ago about setting an emergency button is the best tip I have ever heard. I do mostly indoor sports but your videos have inspired me to try some birding.
As always, thank you for a well-made professional video. Cannot tell you how much I enjoy your videos. A wealth of concise information in a short period of time.
Greetings from central Canada. Your site is now my new and best find. Your gentle yet strong voice and teaching style are perfect for guiding new photographers to understand the cameras and gear. Thank you.
I had more useful advice that I can use in real life from this channel than all the other photography U-tube channels put together. And these tips are just as useful on my bridge camera as they are on DSLR's Result, better pictures. Thanks Simon, keep the good videos coming.
I just discovered your RUclips photography video's. Enjoy watching and learning in your easy to digest format. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and special tips with your audience.
Simon Thank you for such helpful information ! I love how you get to the point and I always find something to learn. Thank you for taking the time to share
I really dig your educational series. You present technical details along with practical advice in an understandable format. Thank you for putting these out.
Great content & education for we viewers. My problem with sunsets is usually in unwanted items that can't be removed unless with software. I need to look through your library to see if software for editing is contained within. Thank you again Simon, your information is helpful to me just being an average photographer.
Learning so much from your videos. Taking a photo trip tomorrow at Chincoteague wildlife refuge. Cannot wait to put your tips into use. Thank you. I will be shooting mainly birds but also the horses and lighthouse. I have a Nikon D850 with 70-300. Also a fixed 500mm f5.6 I started out with a Nikon Z50. Your tips have helped me with both cameras.
fantastic production value on this channel :) another point that's missed by beginner photographers is the af microadjustment. if the focus seems to consistently be too far or too close and everything is done properly, check if your camera offers the option to offset the focusing distance of a particular lens. w/ the camera stable and a measuring tape pointing away from the lens, focus on a particular number, take a photo, focus on some other spot and then focus again on the same number and take another picture. after a few pictures it will become easier to tell how the camera behaves w/ that particular lens by looking at the small lines on the measuring tape, be it mm or 1/16inch...
Thanks Simon for Your advice on the focus limiter. I saw it on my lens, but had no idea, what is was good for! You pictures and videos are really amazing!
Great advice as always. For nighttime focusing on, for example, a static cityscape pix, I use the camera's LCD screen to manually focus. By zooming in with the LCD screen, and then manually adjusting the lens' focus, I can achieve more accurate focus than the camera's AF. Of course, this only works well for landscape.
Brought my dslr after quite a few years have to learn all over again your videos are so helpful getting me back into it and your from the east coast I’m from Cape Breton
Thank you very much for taking the time to post your tips videos. I'm new to bird photography and I'm using the great information you provide to better my bird photos. I'm struggling right now with long distance sharp photos. I may just be pushing the range of my gear. Nikon D500 with Sigma 150-600mm Contemporary.
Thank you for your videos. Well done, and right to the point. I like the approach you take. Great info, concise, clear, eloquent...always, for me, very helpful. Thank you, again.
Thank you so much for your video's. I have been learning so much practical usefull lessons. I have been using manual mode with auto iso after your explanation and now many photos are far more usefull, they may be in high ISO, but at least they are sharp. It did not realize before that the camera can pick ISO better than I do when I choose a certain time and aperture. Thank you!
Simon - I'm a frequent watcher of Photography RUclipss Video's, ecspecially wildlife. I'm guessing that over the years I have subscribed to 100-200 and I can say that your videos and channel are at the top of my list. Your topics are perfect and youur explainations are great. So thank you for all you do and I look forward to watching more!!
Wow.... this is one of the best explanations of this topic I've seen. And, your speaking pace is really easy to follow. You're sequencing of the subtopics was really well done too. Thanks!! Have a great week......
Hi Simon it is so easy to see why you have over 90K subscribers. Thank you so much for your videos that are so easy to follow and helpful. I do not know what you get out of it but it should be more.
There are scammers pretending to be me and offering prizes via telegram. Stay away and report them! Thanks!
So I've noticed.
they did it to me too!
pay attention to how the name is spelled! the S is written in lowercase unlike the original!!
It's quite simple: Telegram = Scam. It literally is not used for anything else lol.
Thank you for the tip Simon!
One thing I appreciate about Simon is that he never looks down on crop sensors and always takes it into account when giving tips.
Each sensor has their uses. I don't get the hate that people give it.
I’m an intermediate-beginner, keeping same status for the last 4 years; throughly discouraged about my lack of progress. Last 3 days I’ve watched 20 videos x 3 of your presentations. I thought you spoke too fast and didn’t give me enough time to write down important points, upset, and so I put down my pen and reclined. Interestingly, I grew in you after first set of 20; soon hooked as your contents so very different from others. I went back and watch all 20 again and again once more, total of 60. By listening to you I grew badly needed excitement, renewed motivation and inspiration. Thank you!!
Awesome!
Dont underestimate the power of D'Entremont haha
I can understand your frustration with how fast he talks but for me I love it because there is so much info in a short video and i can just rewind it over and over till i understand. I love these videos!
RUclips has a settings button (shaped like a cog)
Therein you can change the playback speed to slow down the video, giving you time to take notes.
What makes your videos great is they are all concise and right down to the point. Thank you
Plus, Simon is the contrary of a gatekeeper. Photography can be a daunting hobby for us newbies and having someone share his knowledge and experience in a way that encourages new people to improve is a very wholesome thing
Simon is very generous to transfer his knowledge as well.
@@TheDonCucaracho So well said-the encouragement goes a long way when learning anything and as a teacher, I strive to be that every day as the teachers I respond to best are just that. The smug gatekeepers are the absolute worst.
hey simon! a friend and i recently started getting into photography quite seriously as of late and i just wanted to mention that your videos are absolute lifesavers and contain a bunch of incredibly useful information, all told in a super enjoyable and understandable format. i seriously can’t thank you enough for sharing your secrets and practices with us, it’s just absolutely amazing how much you can teach us in a few short minutes. ever since we started watching you, the quality of our pictures have skyrocketed and people have started recognizing us as “proper” photographers because of it. truth be told we’re just two 17 year olds trying to make the most of our hobbies but your videos and passion towards photography have led us to believe this very well might be something we want to do full-time in the future. we would like to join those many people and express how grateful we are for your work and will to help us out beginners. seriously, thank you so much!!!
Excellent! I need to train up my replacements! I’ll want to kick up and relax some day!
@@simon_dentremont you’re taking care of that excellently! we hope to make you proud :)
@@simon_dentremont pretty much same here for me!!! Learning. And your videos have been the most helpful. THANK YOU SO MUCH! ❤️❤️❤️
I’m working on a video course for wildlife photography. Can I use your comment in promotional material, with attribution?
@@simon_dentremont absolutely! it would be an honour :)
Simon, everytime I'm having a specific issue your videos are reccomended to me and they have ALWAYS come out that day. It's like you're reading my mind
Maybe it’s RUclips thats reading it! haha thanks.
The algorithm is listening..... 😁
hahahaha
Me too!!
Simon, I think I'm just beginning to appreciate just how much effort you must be putting into your videos. They are always so clear, concise and very well thought out. I feel I've always gained a much clearer understanding of the subjects you cover. I am forever greatful. 🙏
Glad you like them!
The teacher. Clear and concise.
I could never seem to get good photos but I have watched around 50 of your videos and have improved soo much, thanks!
Words can't explain how much I appreciate your videos. Thank you!!
The only thing about this video that was different, is I wish it came out last week. You just explained why some of my shots were slightly out of focus!!! Now I know and know what to do to lower the chances of that happening again!!! Thank you!!
Also, I shoot wildlife, landscape, city scape and action photography. I just took some classes on flash and abstract images as those are areas out of my comfort zone. I do this as a hobby, but I will want to try and make the best pictures I can. Thank you for your help!!
Great explanation on improving focus. You’re a natural educator of photography and make it simple to understand.
This is the best video on Focus I have watched. Thank you Simon
You are an excellent instructor. Clear and concise. Thank you.
Thanks for finding the names of the focus modes for different camera makes
A Very informative and helpful channel. It’s nice to have practical photography tips instead of the usual hardware comparisons. These focus tips are gold. Thank you.
Thanks Simon. Another issue is getting your subject in focus when the subject isn't anywhere near the center or under a focus point. I use single mode, move on to said subject, focus, then reframe the shot. The thing I want in focus is, even though it's off in a corner or such.
Thanks again for another video! The sun is shining out here (which makes my m4/3 setup a lot happier), so I'm going to try these things out as soon as possible. Most of the things I knew and/or had heard before, but what I always forget is skill is acquired by doing!
Slow moving vs fast part. This is great thank you, I had focus set on wide area single shot for everything.
This is the best "How to" channel I have found. That's why I subscribed. The tip a few videos ago about setting an emergency button is the best tip I have ever heard. I do mostly indoor sports but your videos have inspired me to try some birding.
Another great video, Simon. Very high quality tips and techniques. Thanks.
Thank you so much for sharing all your awesome experience, knowledge and insight!
amazing educational video, Thank you Simon
As always, thank you for a well-made professional video. Cannot tell you how much I enjoy your videos. A wealth of concise information in a short period of time.
Fantastic video!!❤ straight to the point and 10/10 tips
Once again, I picked up a new useful tip. Thank you very much for taking the time and making the effort to put out these tutorials.
Greetings from central Canada. Your site is now my new and best find. Your gentle yet strong voice and teaching style are perfect for guiding new photographers to understand the cameras and gear. Thank you.
As always, such a detailed, well-produced, and insightful video. Thank you very much sir!
Excellent tutorial- thanks!
these videos are very helpful! thank you Simon!
I had more useful advice that I can use in real life from this channel than all the other photography U-tube channels put together. And these tips are just as useful on my bridge camera as they are on DSLR's Result, better pictures. Thanks Simon, keep the good videos coming.
Awsome as always!! So glad I found your channel.
Bless you, this is giving me hope, I'm glad you shared your expertise thank you.
Thank you Simon for this very important lesson this technique is very useful.
Awesome tips Simon! A little refresher definitely helps. I really enjoy your videos, precise and straight to the point! 👍🏼
Brilliant video. Thank you !!
Another great educational tip Simon. Thanks so much. Judy
I have been enjoying all of your tips and I have made great improvements. Thanks
Amazing video as always, so helpful. Thank you for making and sharing this.
I just discovered your RUclips photography video's. Enjoy watching and learning in your easy to digest format. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and special tips with your audience.
Excellent information Simon. Thank you!
Another really great and useful lesson. Thanks again Dimon!
Always informative. Thank you for continuing to share your tips to make me a better photographer
great content again :) Thank you Simon
Love these videos they are always so helpfull and well explained! Thank you!
Simon
Thank you for such helpful information !
I love how you get to the point and I always find something to learn. Thank you for taking the time to share
I really dig your educational series. You present technical details along with practical advice in an understandable format. Thank you for putting these out.
Glad you like them!
Very nice photography and some great tips!
Another great detailed explanation of common problems and tips for reducing or fixing the problem. Great work!
Thanks and you’re welcome!
Great content & education for we viewers. My problem with sunsets is usually in unwanted items that can't be removed unless with software. I need to look through your library to see if software for editing is contained within. Thank you again Simon, your information is helpful to me just being an average photographer.
Learning so much from your videos. Taking a photo trip tomorrow at Chincoteague wildlife refuge. Cannot wait to put your tips into use. Thank you. I will be shooting mainly birds but also the horses and lighthouse. I have a Nikon D850 with 70-300. Also a fixed 500mm f5.6 I started out with a Nikon Z50. Your tips have helped me with both cameras.
Pure gold!!!
Thank you sir. You are an amazing instructor.
As always, a great video Simon 👍
Brilliant presentation Sir, thank you.
I totally love your content. Keep up your good work!
Excellent work!!! Thank you!
Beautiful stunning shots ❤
some good points, things I didn't try before
Fantastic video. Best I've seen.
Great Videos that provide a wealth of information !!!! Thank you !
Great content Simon! thanks from an amature photographer trying to get up to speed. This realy helps!
dear simon, your content is so helpful and so well done and structured! congrats!
Glad you think so!
fantastic production value on this channel :)
another point that's missed by beginner photographers is the af microadjustment. if the focus seems to consistently be too far or too close and everything is done properly, check if your camera offers the option to offset the focusing distance of a particular lens.
w/ the camera stable and a measuring tape pointing away from the lens, focus on a particular number, take a photo, focus on some other spot and then focus again on the same number and take another picture. after a few pictures it will become easier to tell how the camera behaves w/ that particular lens by looking at the small lines on the measuring tape, be it mm or 1/16inch...
At last! Somebody with practical tips and no bla bla about which camera is better
Absolutely the best photography I've ever seen!!! Terry Nikon, Sony and now a Fuji Man in Las Vegas, NV
Hey Simon. Great video. Thanks for including Fuji users!
Another great video. To the point and organized logically.
Simon, your videos are pure gold. Just good solid tips to help improve your photography. Thank you.
Dennis, I’m working on a video course for wildlife photography. Can I use your comment in promotional material, with attribution?
@@simon_dentremont Yes. You are welcome to use my comment
Your vids are always super informative and helpful - thank you!
All your vids are soooo under rated ! Should have way more likes and waaay more followers
Another interesting and informative vid, thank you 🙂
I had a problem with out of focus/not sharp photos you have cured this. Many thanks
Awesome. So happy it helped.
Thanks Simon for Your advice on the focus limiter. I saw it on my lens, but had no idea, what is was good for! You pictures and videos are really amazing!
I like your videos with the succinct narrative.
Your recommendations helps me improve my skills
Really appreciate 🙏
Great tips . Thank you
Great advice as always.
For nighttime focusing on, for example, a static cityscape pix, I use the camera's LCD screen to manually focus. By zooming in with the LCD screen, and then manually adjusting the lens' focus, I can achieve more accurate focus than the camera's AF. Of course, this only works well for landscape.
Excellent learning Simon, thank you.
I generally prefer wildlife, nature and people
Good video Simon. Well illustrated with photos from the real world.
I follow your channel.
Brought my dslr after quite a few years have to learn all over again your videos are so helpful getting me back into it and your from the east coast I’m from Cape Breton
Great to hear neighbor!
Cracking video, Simon. Your presentation is brilliant. Have subscribed. 👍
Thank you very much for taking the time to post your tips videos. I'm new to bird photography and I'm using the great information you provide to better my bird photos. I'm struggling right now with long distance sharp photos. I may just be pushing the range of my gear. Nikon D500 with Sigma 150-600mm Contemporary.
Thank you for your videos. Well done, and right to the point. I like the approach you take. Great info, concise, clear, eloquent...always, for me, very helpful. Thank you, again.
Right on focus!
Thank you! Great teacher ❤
You are so welcome!
Thank you so much for your video's. I have been learning so much practical usefull lessons. I have been using manual mode with auto iso after your explanation and now many photos are far more usefull, they may be in high ISO, but at least they are sharp. It did not realize before that the camera can pick ISO better than I do when I choose a certain time and aperture. Thank you!
Excellent video…. Thank you!
Buddy, you are one talented guy! Actually seeing the cold breath coming from the birds beak is crazy! Bravo!
That's one of my favorite bird videos ever.
Merci Simon pour les tips.
Excellent video and well depicted examples. This should help a lot of photographers aiming to improve their skills!
You Sir, are absolutely fantastic teacher!! My regards to you!!
Many thanks!
Very helpfull 😊 thanks a lot
Simon - I'm a frequent watcher of Photography RUclipss Video's, ecspecially wildlife. I'm guessing that over the years I have subscribed to 100-200 and I can say that your videos and channel are at the top of my list. Your topics are perfect and youur explainations are great. So thank you for all you do and I look forward to watching more!!
Ken, I’m working on a video course for wildlife photography. Can I use your comment in promotional material, with attribution?
Wow.... this is one of the best explanations of this topic I've seen. And, your speaking pace is really easy to follow. You're sequencing of the subtopics was really well done too. Thanks!! Have a great week......
Charlie, I’m working on a video course for wildlife photography. Can I use your comment in promotional material, with attribution?
@@simon_dentremont Sure thing!! Yes!
Thank you for your tips - you took beautiful pics - I am a beginner
Thanks for the vid fellow Canuck, very helpful!
Hi Simon it is so easy to see why you have over 90K subscribers. Thank you so much for your videos that are so easy to follow and helpful. I do not know what you get out of it but it should be more.
You’re such a great teacher 👌🏼 ty
I appreciate that!
Thank u again sir simon❤❤