I like that he brings it up. You don’t have to have a specific chronotype to be a great photographer, you just have to learn to work with whatever conditions you are available for.
Roman is not only an amazing photographer but also a very gifted and unpretentious teacher of photography. Actually, I'd say it is something the two of you share, James, and I'm kind of surprised you haven't done a video together before. 😅😍
as much as i love Roman and enjoy his skill and content the one am excited for James to cross path with and cooperate would be the brilliant Sean tucker, specially since Tucker does feature talented photographers in his videos maybe we could see James appear in one of his 😍😍
Great to see a collaboration. I think there is room for both approaches .. as you’ve both proved. BTW Romans video on shooting in harsh light is brilliant with fab examples.
I'm a painter but I get some good ideas on composition from photographers such as yourselves. I prefer a simple, calming composition with a lot of 'dead space' as mentioned in the vid, but 'chaotic' compositions can work too if they're composed with intention. If you can add a story element to that then that makes a painting even better.
Your initial comment on photography's task / purpose is right in line with the 'official' definition of art I was taught way back when in university: "Art is a form of expression giving order to one's reactions to their environment". Excellent!
You two are my favorite photographers. And for the record James, you do pretty well yourself with street photography. Your incorporation of human and natural elements is something that I remember when I go out shooting.
Great seeing you two together. Sound advice given. Sometimes (in fact quite a lot of the time), less is more IMO. I’ve found what really helps too is only taking one prime and having to use your brain. If I have a zoom it introduces indecision, and then I get a load of shots, all at different focal lengths, and I get fed up trying to work out which one, if any, are keepers.
Roman is very good at finding scenes with very few bright colors, and then the focus is always one of the only few things with distinct color (or a color that just doesnt fit in with the surrounding or additional colors). And of course also the lighting and shadows.
Hi James, Great content with you and Roman on this video. Thanks Roman for sharing your lighting and shading tips. Can't wait to try them out and see whether I will get some nicer photos. 😌
The Q does have the leaf shutter, OIS and is corrected for Macro work. I get where the lens size comes from. Also the high MP count and big aperture, it’s easy to crop to 35 and 50mm photos while still having good DOF (f3’ish in equivalence at 50mm)
Finally a proper video that is not dominated by gear appraisal, but has some real photogrpahy content that at least I am intersted in. Still some Laica brown nosing, but not too bad. Keep turning the dial to photography content, please.
Great images from both of you. I really dig those simple street photography images without a 1000 people around and a clear subject. I strive so simplify my photos.
Two of my photography heros on one video. "It doesn't get better than this " Both yours and Roman's approach to photography is what I try and achieve every time I go out with my camera. Thanks for making this video, James and Roman 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
I picked up a Q2 about half a year ago (via most of my annual bonus), with a lot of buyer's remorse after I clicked "confirm order". Now whenever I go out for a casual walk-about shoot, I don't even think twice: it's what I take with me, period, even though it's not something I can stick in a coat pocket or such. I'm not sure I can explain any technical reasons as to why it is, but I consistently enjoy the experience and the results I get for that type of use. 🤷♂
James, I've fond of watching your videos. There's lots to appreciate..........good tips, good humor, and (I know there was something else........)......good photos. But, I really, really, really appreciate that you do not have some trick-or-treat sound track competing with the sound of your voice...........so thanks for that. I don't really know why so many others have to have the noise on.......one db above the level of their voice. Maybe that's what happens when you nurse with noise.........and you just never get over it.
Got a kick out of noticing we've got the same shoes! Those white vivos are super comfy for long photo walks. Awesome seeing you and Roman do a video, two of my favs!
Well James! This was pleasant! I think more of these conversations are quite insightful to photography and to your channel! Seems up your alley! Just don’t make it 1:30h like petapixel… no patience for that. But I really happy with this tone you took in this video!
Jeez. The photos you chose for the video were mind-blowing. His tips were also great. Ps: you are one of the few channels I watch the whole video of, everytime. Nice guy to listen too, cool content, great photos. Kudos
While not perfect, I really like the A7R cameras. For me, the large file sizes allow cropping (if needed) for macro shots. And, there are lenses for every need. I have an A7RIV - not the latest and greatest but still a wonderful camera.
Big fan of Roman too. He doesn’t talk about gear too much… maybe that’s why I like him? 😂😂😂 I’m f’ing with you btw. Love your gear talk. Keep doing it pls. 👍🏻
With the Leica Q, cropping is just the way to "simulate" longer focal lengths (the camera supports that very well and stores the crop in the DNG, but you can change your crop in post - something you can't do when using a longer lens). This was a bit silly with the Q (not enough resolution), much more viable with the Q2 (more resolution) - and is finally very usable with the Q3 and its high megapixel count. I have a friend who uses a 35 mm lens on his Sony A7RIII most of the time and crops afterwards - same MO as with a Q2 (or Q3). Always having a high quality lens on your camera and not to worry about changing lenses is the main appeal. (I would love to have a Q3, but my bank account is adamantly against it.)
Nice tips from Roman. Hand my name down for Q3 since launch weekend and had to wait to this week to get it, I’ve offloaded my Q2 and Sony gear, suits my style of shooting.
The Q2 is completely weather sealed - that's why the lens does not come off, as Leica decided that the sealed guarantee they offer on the camera (and the Q3) could only be fulfilled by making it a fixed lens camera.
Glad to see that you enjoyed my home stomping grounds. Nice work as usual. You should try Holy Island in Northumberland...it's got your name written all over it!
If anyone plans to go to Whitby to photograph the place, I suggest you take a look at the work of Francis Meadow Sutcliffe, for a little inspiration. He was a true master of the craft, many of his images are too beautiful for words.
I think you’re right re Q being to similar to the M. Lots of angry Leica M shooters if suddenly you had a Q line that is cheaper and better (autofocus etc). Though I would really love that!
A simple, very effective message from two great photographers. As you always say James, take a photo 'of' something. I'm watching this video on holiday in the west of Ireland so just had to take a photo of some sheep in your honour 😂
Living in Manila, where it's mostly very sunny and the light is very harsh and contrasty, I can relate to what Roman is saying. Embrace the harsh light. Don't agree about Fuji, though! The Leica thing is all about red dot snobbery. They're technically no better than any other good camera, just many times more expensive.
Hi James. I've watched a bunch of your vids regarding different bags / slings. A product you keep showing is a little draw string / soft camera dump bag to fit into a normal backpack. I can't seem to find something like this and it looks more ideal than the formed holsters. Any chance you could share the brand / product name? Thanks!
I think the answer re the Q2 and why they stick to fixed 28mm is that the Q range is fairly accessible for Leica, it suckers you into falling in love with the system so much that you want more - and your only real choice being…. The M £££. The Q is known as a gateway to the M and you investing more into the brand with multiple lenses. If they made the Q interchangeable I suspect many people simply wouldn’t bother with the M - me included. It’s all about protecting the M, which is fair I think.
“Its not a creative choice, I just dont like to get up early” 😂😂
🤣I was about to quote that too... so brutally honest this guy is.
I like that he brings it up. You don’t have to have a specific chronotype to be a great photographer, you just have to learn to work with whatever conditions you are available for.
Roman is not only an amazing photographer but also a very gifted and unpretentious teacher of photography. Actually, I'd say it is something the two of you share, James, and I'm kind of surprised you haven't done a video together before. 😅😍
The crossover we needed, indeed
as much as i love Roman and enjoy his skill and content the one am excited for James to cross path with and cooperate would be the brilliant Sean tucker, specially since Tucker does feature talented photographers in his videos maybe we could see James appear in one of his 😍😍
Two of my favourite photographers in one video! Made my day. Thanks gents 👏
I was going to say the same thing!
Totally agree@@chesslover8829
Glanced over at my Fuji X10, “Excellent, halfway there.”
Great to see a collaboration. I think there is room for both approaches .. as you’ve both proved. BTW Romans video on shooting in harsh light is brilliant with fab examples.
I'm a painter but I get some good ideas on composition from photographers such as yourselves. I prefer a simple, calming composition with a lot of 'dead space' as mentioned in the vid, but 'chaotic' compositions can work too if they're composed with intention. If you can add a story element to that then that makes a painting even better.
Your initial comment on photography's task / purpose is right in line with the 'official' definition of art I was taught way back when in university: "Art is a form of expression giving order to one's reactions to their environment". Excellent!
You two are my favorite photographers. And for the record James, you do pretty well yourself with street photography. Your incorporation of human and natural elements is something that I remember when I go out shooting.
Great seeing you two together. Sound advice given. Sometimes (in fact quite a lot of the time), less is more IMO.
I’ve found what really helps too is only taking one prime and having to use your brain. If I have a zoom it introduces indecision, and then I get a load of shots, all at different focal lengths, and I get fed up trying to work out which one, if any, are keepers.
Love Roman's style and approach to photography. A big influence on my street photography style
Love Roman’s channel and have loved the trend of seeing you work with other photographers lately! Keep up the good work and collaboration!
Tripod's revenge...
😂
The one thing that all photographers need to do (apart from come back with all the kit they left with...)
Great to see my two favorite photography RUclipsrs collab!
I'm glad _someone_ could properly explain what I've been on about when it comes to preferring shooting in hard sunlight.
Your photos are really lovely. The colour and contrast is just really pleasing
Roman is very good at finding scenes with very few bright colors, and then the focus is always one of the only few things with distinct color (or a color that just doesnt fit in with the surrounding or additional colors). And of course also the lighting and shadows.
Now i know, i will immediately run and get a Fuji camera. Thx James and Roman, now I know what i did wrong all these years. Thx for sharing
Love both your work! Very cool to see two of my favorite photographers shooting together.
I’ve been subscribed to your channel for quite a while but just discovered Roman’s videos recently. Glad to see you both. My two favorites!
I remember when you introduced your son to the You tube world,amazing how fast time goes by. Cheers James .
Hi James, Great content with you and Roman on this video. Thanks Roman for sharing your lighting and shading tips. Can't wait to try them out and see whether I will get some nicer photos. 😌
The Q does have the leaf shutter, OIS and is corrected for Macro work. I get where the lens size comes from. Also the high MP count and big aperture, it’s easy to crop to 35 and 50mm photos while still having good DOF (f3’ish in equivalence at 50mm)
Finally a proper video that is not dominated by gear appraisal, but has some real photogrpahy content that at least I am intersted in. Still some Laica brown nosing, but not too bad. Keep turning the dial to photography content, please.
Great images from both of you.
I really dig those simple street photography images without a 1000 people around and a clear subject. I strive so simplify my photos.
Two of my photography heros on one video. "It doesn't get better than this "
Both yours and Roman's approach to photography is what I try and achieve every time I go out with my camera.
Thanks for making this video, James and Roman
👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
I picked up a Q2 about half a year ago (via most of my annual bonus), with a lot of buyer's remorse after I clicked "confirm order". Now whenever I go out for a casual walk-about shoot, I don't even think twice: it's what I take with me, period, even though it's not something I can stick in a coat pocket or such. I'm not sure I can explain any technical reasons as to why it is, but I consistently enjoy the experience and the results I get for that type of use. 🤷♂
James, I've fond of watching your videos. There's lots to appreciate..........good tips, good humor, and (I know there was something else........)......good photos. But, I really, really, really appreciate that you do not have some trick-or-treat sound track competing with the sound of your voice...........so thanks for that. I don't really know why so many others have to have the noise on.......one db above the level of their voice. Maybe that's what happens when you nurse with noise.........and you just never get over it.
his street work is really outstanding and beautiful indeed. great shots
Got a kick out of noticing we've got the same shoes! Those white vivos are super comfy for long photo walks. Awesome seeing you and Roman do a video, two of my favs!
Thanks for making this! Roman's work is wonderful.
Outstanding video, James. Roman’s tips are excellent. 🦘👍
Romans work is indeed fantastic, and he has some seriously good tutorials on his youtube channel.
Notification squad FTW! Been looking forward to another video. Thanks for not letting down!
Glorious photography. I’ve been learning so much. Also… the dry humour 👩🏼🍳💋
Well James! This was pleasant! I think more of these conversations are quite insightful to photography and to your channel! Seems up your alley! Just don’t make it 1:30h like petapixel… no patience for that. But I really happy with this tone you took in this video!
Jeez. The photos you chose for the video were mind-blowing. His tips were also great.
Ps: you are one of the few channels I watch the whole video of, everytime. Nice guy to listen too, cool content, great photos. Kudos
Zomg zomg zomg!!! Crossover vlog! I love you guys both!! 😍
Two legends together at last - I could watch you guys noodle around for HOURS!!!
Man... i really like your style with contrast, light & shadows.
While not perfect, I really like the A7R cameras. For me, the large file sizes allow cropping (if needed) for macro shots. And, there are lenses for every need. I have an A7RIV - not the latest and greatest but still a wonderful camera.
I'd not come across Roman before, loved his images and explanations. So he can thank you for an extra follow 😊
I loooove his photography wow. I definitely wanna learn how to get pics like that!
As a fellow fuji shooter, Roman is an inspiration.
Very cool seeing both of you in one video! Love you both!!
Big fan of Roman too. He doesn’t talk about gear too much… maybe that’s why I like him? 😂😂😂 I’m f’ing with you btw. Love your gear talk. Keep doing it pls. 👍🏻
Loved this one. Two of my fave photographers together. Some really good tips too!
Great video of two of my favourite photographers. I really liked this content with inspiring ideas and good advise to improve with my own pictures.
Thank you!
With the Leica Q, cropping is just the way to "simulate" longer focal lengths (the camera supports that very well and stores the crop in the DNG, but you can change your crop in post - something you can't do when using a longer lens). This was a bit silly with the Q (not enough resolution), much more viable with the Q2 (more resolution) - and is finally very usable with the Q3 and its high megapixel count. I have a friend who uses a 35 mm lens on his Sony A7RIII most of the time and crops afterwards - same MO as with a Q2 (or Q3). Always having a high quality lens on your camera and not to worry about changing lenses is the main appeal. (I would love to have a Q3, but my bank account is adamantly against it.)
Great video , you two should get together again. Love the work that you both produce.
Lovin that "get closer to that wall advice"
most useful video in a while! Thanks! I really learned a lot today...
I was in Whitby in July! Great spot. Got a couple shots of "Arguments Lane" which had a bunch of cute cats hanging out!
Great vid together! i really like Roman's work and allready was subbed to him as well.
Great video. You two are my favourites.
Great video - nice touch with you two.
But - how did you arrange Robin Hood’s Bay to be empty? No people???
Unreal 😱✅👍
So close! Almost had a video with no talk of gear 😝 😂 I enjoyed the chat with Roman though, gonna try those tips and tricks.
From Japan, Whitby sounds positively exotic.
Nice tips from Roman. Hand my name down for Q3 since launch weekend and had to wait to this week to get it, I’ve offloaded my Q2 and Sony gear, suits my style of shooting.
Good thing about Q2 and Q3 is you can crop from the large sensor(47mp and 60mp). So you can get longer focus lens. There is no need to switch lenses.
these videos are incredible, I love your photography and I love seeing how different you do it to how I would do it.
Love this!!
Thanks for this video! As I just jumped on the Fuji train - I can rest assured knowing all my photos will turn out perfectly 😂
The Q2 is completely weather sealed - that's why the lens does not come off, as Leica decided that the sealed guarantee they offer on the camera (and the Q3) could only be fulfilled by making it a fixed lens camera.
Your vidoes are so good recently I enjoy then soooooo much
Cool video, James! Roman has a great eye.
Glad to see that you enjoyed my home stomping grounds. Nice work as usual. You should try Holy Island in Northumberland...it's got your name written all over it!
2 of my favs in 1 vid.... 👌🏼
Good collab. Roman and you doing good work
I love this format of video!
If anyone plans to go to Whitby to photograph the place, I suggest you take a look at the work of Francis Meadow Sutcliffe, for a little inspiration.
He was a true master of the craft, many of his images are too beautiful for words.
Thank you
Yorkshire is an exotic location!
This is the collab I was waiting for since I saw you two followed each other on Instagram! 😂
An awesome combination of photographers
Amazing tips here
Deffo going to try them and love his work
harsh light and shadow to tell stories we put together, nice
Stumbled on your content this morning! Any chance you know what the name of this tripod is? Thanks!
Good video, thanks for posting. 👍
Roman is a master of the juxtaposition between light and deadspace. James, on the other hand, prefers to use a lot of whitespace
I think you’re right re Q being to similar to the M. Lots of angry Leica M shooters if suddenly you had a Q line that is cheaper and better (autofocus etc).
Though I would really love that!
loving the tudor! looks awesome!
Excellent content as usual James.
That shot at 8:23 is so good.
I got a T5i for my second camera, What photography do you think it is best at? I like street and travel photography.
A simple, very effective message from two great photographers. As you always say James, take a photo 'of' something.
I'm watching this video on holiday in the west of Ireland so just had to take a photo of some sheep in your honour 😂
Living in Manila, where it's mostly very sunny and the light is very harsh and contrasty, I can relate to what Roman is saying. Embrace the harsh light. Don't agree about Fuji, though! The Leica thing is all about red dot snobbery. They're technically no better than any other good camera, just many times more expensive.
These tips are great. I shoot film because I hate myself and will apply some of his tips
Got rid of the Q2 and one of the big reasons was the bulky size. Definitely not compact or comparable to an M with a sunmicron. It’s massive!
Hi James. I've watched a bunch of your vids regarding different bags / slings. A product you keep showing is a little draw string / soft camera dump bag to fit into a normal backpack. I can't seem to find something like this and it looks more ideal than the formed holsters. Any chance you could share the brand / product name? Thanks!
One of my dream pair of photgraphers i would like to spend a day with
Doesn't _that_ look like a lovely place to take photos!
Great vid!
WHITBYYYY + RHB ❤❤❤❤❤
Ayeeee! Two of my faves 👌🏾
I'm pretty much sure, it is a sign: Your Sony belongs in the sea.
Addendum: Maybe look for renting a Leica SL oder Leica TL?
ROMAN!!!!! my man
I agree with your thoughts on the Leica Q cameras.
I think the answer re the Q2 and why they stick to fixed 28mm is that the Q range is fairly accessible for Leica, it suckers you into falling in love with the system so much that you want more - and your only real choice being…. The M £££. The Q is known as a gateway to the M and you investing more into the brand with multiple lenses. If they made the Q interchangeable I suspect many people simply wouldn’t bother with the M - me included. It’s all about protecting the M, which is fair I think.
That Venice photo!!!! ❤🔥🔥🔥