Wow - you really surprised me with #3. I’ve heard the same rationale for tripod use from other photographers who shoot landscapes full-time, but wasn’t expecting it from you. In spite of owning a very nice (and pricey!) tripod I have to admit that it hasn’t been my practice, except for long exposure and night sky photography, as I just find using them to be very restrictive. But I’m willing to give it a try. In your workflow, do you sight through the viewfinder to get your basic composition before setting up the tripod to fine-tune it?
I love hearing that I surprised you on that! I love flexibility and you have heard me say my premise for wildlife is speed and accuracy! For landscape it is contemplation, accuracy, and immersion! I find that using the viewfinder does help, but when the tripod is down low or camera at weird angles, I will use the LCD screen, However, I like to turn off all information for a bit to really asses my composition!
@@leehoyphotography Okay, then. The next time I go out into the field my Gitzo GT2542 (lovely piece of gear which I hate to use) comes with me. Really hoping I can do one of those Tetons workshops with you, maybe next year. Assuming there’s still a country here by then.
@@michaelhall2709 Grand Teton in winter is amazing, the two week intensive computation workshop I just finished in Teton and Yellowstone was amazing too! Love to have you!
Can you recommend the most compact travel backpack that will fit an OM1ii with 150-400 attached with LH and perhaps without LH in place? Needs room for the body with 150-400 attached and some space for 40-150 and maybe 1 small prime. Compact setup. I bought a think tank 18L that is probably too small (lens is not here yet to check) but the next size up is a 26L and that might be too big to meet my compact criteria. Thanks in advance.
I have the Mind Shift Back Light 18L, 26L, and 36L. If I'm using the 150-400, the 26L works well for me. You can read the dimensions of each bag on their website. 26L is not much larger than 18L. Suggestion: lay your gear on a bed or table. move it around to fit into a rectangular shape. Then measure that shape. That should give you an idea of which bag will work best.
@@dons7991 Excellent idea on laying things out. May as well ask you one more question. I have a Canon R5 with a 100-500. In 3 years, I have taken maybe 18 sharp photos. I just have had my OM1ii and 40-150 for 2 weeks. I have taken maybe 150 photos in Teton the other day. So far 90 percent of the photos with the OM are sharper than 90 percent of the Canon by a long long long long shot. I am wondering if I either have a bad R5 (there was some chatter about loose sensors) or maybe a bad copy of the 100-500. I took for granted it was what it was until 2 weeks ago using the OM. Now I am concerned my Canon stuff was bad from B and H bought brand new 3 years or so ago. Thought? In fact, I may be exaggerating that the canon has done 18 sharp photos since purchase new.
I found the Canon R5 to be the worst camera that my clients have on hand. It can take great images, but it is a nightmare body. Also, the 40-150 is a shorter lens and I find many never use a fast enough shutter speed. Either way, great choice on leaving that Canon body! You won't look back!
So true on all 5 counts!!! Now to put into practice... Thanks Coach!
You are welcome Deb!
Lee, I'm jealous! Have a great time. See you next year on the workshop.
Yes sir! It has been great!
All great tips! Thanks!
Thanks Don!
Thanks for the tips ,sunset. I always give at least 1/2 hour longer.
If you don't have the Photo Pills app, get it, makes planning so easy!
Awesome tips and video. Thanks for sharing.
My pleasure, glad you enjoyed it!
I enjoyed this video. You helped me think about some things that have been holding me back. I look forward to workshops with you.
Thanks Bob!
I'm pretty familiar with the Tetons. Would love to see some of your pictures.
I am behind on post processing but will be sharing on my Instagram and Facebook pages! leehoyphotography and Lee Hoy respectively
Great video, Lee 🎉
Thanks!
Wow - you really surprised me with #3. I’ve heard the same rationale for tripod use from other photographers who shoot landscapes full-time, but wasn’t expecting it from you. In spite of owning a very nice (and pricey!) tripod I have to admit that it hasn’t been my practice, except for long exposure and night sky photography, as I just find using them to be very restrictive. But I’m willing to give it a try. In your workflow, do you sight through the viewfinder to get your basic composition before setting up the tripod to fine-tune it?
I love hearing that I surprised you on that! I love flexibility and you have heard me say my premise for wildlife is speed and accuracy! For landscape it is contemplation, accuracy, and immersion! I find that using the viewfinder does help, but when the tripod is down low or camera at weird angles, I will use the LCD screen, However, I like to turn off all information for a bit to really asses my composition!
@@leehoyphotography Okay, then. The next time I go out into the field my Gitzo GT2542 (lovely piece of gear which I hate to use) comes with me.
Really hoping I can do one of those Tetons workshops with you, maybe next year. Assuming there’s still a country here by then.
@@michaelhall2709 Grand Teton in winter is amazing, the two week intensive computation workshop I just finished in Teton and Yellowstone was amazing too! Love to have you!
Can you recommend the most compact travel backpack that will fit an OM1ii with 150-400 attached with LH and perhaps without LH in place? Needs room for the body with 150-400 attached and some space for 40-150 and maybe 1 small prime. Compact setup. I bought a think tank 18L that is probably too small (lens is not here yet to check) but the next size up is a 26L and that might be too big to meet my compact criteria.
Thanks in advance.
I have the Mind Shift Back Light 18L, 26L, and 36L. If I'm using the 150-400, the 26L works well for me. You can read the dimensions of each bag on their website. 26L is not much larger than 18L. Suggestion: lay your gear on a bed or table. move it around to fit into a rectangular shape. Then measure that shape. That should give you an idea of which bag will work best.
@@dons7991 Excellent idea on laying things out. May as well ask you one more question. I have a Canon R5 with a 100-500. In 3 years, I have taken maybe 18 sharp photos. I just have had my OM1ii and 40-150 for 2 weeks. I have taken maybe 150 photos in Teton the other day. So far 90 percent of the photos with the OM are sharper than 90 percent of the Canon by a long long long long shot. I am wondering if I either have a bad R5 (there was some chatter about loose sensors) or maybe a bad copy of the 100-500. I took for granted it was what it was until 2 weeks ago using the OM. Now I am concerned my Canon stuff was bad from B and H bought brand new 3 years or so ago. Thought? In fact, I may be exaggerating that the canon has done 18 sharp photos since purchase new.
I love the F-Stop series of backpacks. You can change out the inserts so different size lenses work great!
I found the Canon R5 to be the worst camera that my clients have on hand. It can take great images, but it is a nightmare body. Also, the 40-150 is a shorter lens and I find many never use a fast enough shutter speed. Either way, great choice on leaving that Canon body! You won't look back!
@@leehoyphotography Your verbiage sure fits with my R5 experience.