STOP! Don't buy a new camera.

You want a new camera ... but wait, do you need a new camera?

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[enduringtech]

Wisdom of the year, "you'll never take a great picture with a camera that is sitting at home."

[nitramwin]

I might not have camera envy but I really like your shirt!

[Ronalddegroote]

Best speech on the topic I have heard so far.

[chrissoclone]

5:54 is the best advice I could give. It was always my top priority, only then I look at specs and only if those are really bad I reconsider my initial choice. A camera isn't only a tool, it's also a lovely little bit (or big chunk) of engineering, haptics, a fashion accessory and an inspiration. I'm still carrying my now totally outdated and slow original x100 everywhere, it's simply so pretty, fun to use and people smile at it. Same with some film cameras. If you love a camera you don't think twice about taking it with you.

[michalgric]

Thank you Marteen. I really appreciate this kind of videos.

[PieterBreda]

Good advice. Too many people get disappointed because they lack skills.

[tylerng]

Instead of watching gear videos, this is THE VIDEO that should be the inspiration and the motivation for everyone to go out and start improving their photography skills.

[GMD]

This is the best video that I have heard in a long time about photography.

[iAmEdwinHamilton]

Thanks for talking me off the "I need 42MP" ledge. I was about to drop $4k unnecessarily..

[rayjenkins]

Yes, yes & on the mark ! Even walking - with or without my camera - my eye is getting better at ' seeing '. I've gotten serious @ 3 years ago with photography and joined a local camera group ( those that wish go out on Tuesdays to different places to shoot ). I've picked up lots of know how from some of the experienced members. From being in the group I've become acquainted with lots of interesting places that I was before unaware of. I'm very happy with my camera - Panasonic Fz2500 zoom bridge with 24 ~ 480mm ( 960m w i zoom ) It's not an expensive / high end piece of kit - now the price is down to $900 - but it has macro settings for getting close ups, a very good stabilizer for getting distant critters. Last Saturday I got some sharp images of a local man ( Folsom, Calf.) setting a new world record for walking a one inch wide slack line between 2 bridges over the American River ! The Fz2500 has a plethora of features so I'm spending the time to learn / practice with it but I've come to realize that there is a ' lot ' more to photography than the camera. Thanks for this video.

[geebee]

I came to this realisation recently when I suddenly decided to always have my camera with me. I bought a Nikon Df over four years ago and would use it about 9-10 times a year. About 3 months ago I decided I’d start using it regularly. My images started to get better and more so, I started to “see images” in places that I’d pass by regularly on my way to work. It was like someone opening the door to a world that’s always been there but I never bothered to look at. As an added bonus, I feel I’ve got a new camera - simply because, by using it regularly, I’m finding more and more features that I’m comfortable using; some that seemed like gimmicks a while ago. Your words are wise Maarten and delivered in such a calm and eloquent manner. I have subscribed.

[MarioBenites]

Amazing speech and advices! One of the best photography channels. Experience, detailed reviews and a lot of knowledge. Thank you!

[stuarthirsch]

Like 5 years ago. But many are upgrades. I upgraded from a Nikon N50, film, which I still occasional use for B&W. I actually prefer film and dark room printing when shooting B&W. I got a a D50 as my first DSLR which I still use for product shots. A few years ago I upgraded to a D7000.I got an Olympus Pen1 because of its size and weight when I travel. Last year I upgraded to an OMD. I have a complete array of lenses for each. Same with video, just upgraded to a new HD camcorder. Not to mention the P&S cameras. Have a lot of flashes & video lights & studio equipment too. My problem is that much of my equipment becomes obsolete and there is no used market for it. I am going start keeping equipment with me a lot more and change my philosophy thanks to your video. Appreciate it.

[doggaki]

Some amazing information and as always excellent presentation...9!!

[charliemackay]

Thanks for this and your other videos. Stumbled into your channel only recently and have enjoyed watching a couple of videos a day during this shutdown. Keep up the great work.

[rumporridge]

Always a pleasure watching your video’s. Pleasant delivery filled with facts and great day to day knowledge. Thanks.

[cherylb.]

I've been struggling with all of the options available, so this is timely and extremely helpful. I primarily shoot with a Pentax MX1, which I love, and of course my phone. I haven't thought to make a focused assessment of either but think it is a perfect next step. Thank you for the sound advice!

[Meljoy]

this is the second time this advise was given to me this week so good reminder that I should just take it out more often and shoot with it. I loved my x70 and still love it... but I was thinking of going out to buy an interchangeable lens camera.... but I think i'll take out my x70 more and improve my basics first :) :)

[CrisisGarden]

So true. This is precisely the reason I jumped off the FF/APS-C bandwagon and switched to MFT - the convenience of the camera results in shots I wouldn't get with more bulky gear simply because I couldn't be bothered taking it out; and anyone that says you can't get a good image out of a smaller sensor is really missing the point of photography.

[pers]

I’m gonna apply this to buying lenses. I definitely should appreciate the ones I have.