It's Over

The media eco-system for camera reviews has collapsed. This video is not sponsored, there are no ad interruptions. The script was generated and the video recorded without assistance from any (re)generative AI system.

#NOTSPONSORED
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I have not received compensation in exchange for posting this review.
I have ended the membership option for this channel.

CREDITS
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The photograph of me was taken by David Anthony Williams

ABOUT ME
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DISCLOSURE
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[mikeclark]

You have been one of my favorite camera and photography related YouTubers. For what it’s worth, I still take my cameras out and shoot regularly. I’ve learned stuff from you, and for that I thank you.

[milk]

I had had a fleeting feeling that the camera scene was dying around 2019. It seems to have stagnated both in the market and the media scene. It's sad to see your channel come to this but I wish you the best because you have provided me (and many others) with quality camera reviews and a comforting viewing experience which helped me a lot during the tough times of my life in the past year and change.

[adam-brockway]

Maarten your videos have always been a wonderful contrast to the manufactured enthusiasm of most reviewers, something I've really appreciated over the years. I'm glad to hear you will keep creating and looking forward to what you come up with next.

[paddyboy]

Thank for your work! You are a great inspiration and I love your relaxed and factual style, which is kind of a rare thing in the attention economy we live in.
All the best to you!

[kbarrett]

Thanks Maarten - Good to hear that you'll still be creating. We must adapt with the times - There will always be a need and demand for insightful and interesting content. I look forward to what the future brings to your channel.

[peterkettle]

Maarten, thank you for your servility, your humble approach in a media dominated by huge egos. Your videos are a real treat to those of us looking for detailed information, delivered by a consummate professional. The future will be written by psychopaths and creatives. I am glad to hear you will continue to play your part in ensuring the scales remain tipped in the right direction.

[kevinparkes]

Maarten. I've always found your reviews thoughtful and insightful, delivered in a calm and measured way. No click-bait. No telling me that I MUST DO THIS or that I must CHANGE THIS NOW like I'm a child with no idea. After 50 years of photography I think I can think for myself and make up my own mind. And thank you for not wearing a backwards baseball cap, a sight which has me instantly switching off the video and hitting the 'dislike' button. In these difficult times I can appreciate that it is not easy to keep up such splendid output and the camera manufacturers don't seem to be helping you or themselves at the moment, but please know that we all appreciate the work that you do.

[foot_down]

I only discovered your channel recently, and it was your videos that lead me to pick up a Fujifilm XT-4 in the last few weeks. Your insight, delivery and no nonsense approach is easily picked up on amongst other creators who may have the production down, but don't have the personality to boot! Thanks for your help, and make sure to keep posting content that you enjoy creating, you'll be sorely missed otherwise.

[BrentTimm]

One of my favorite channels on YouTube, and I stopped using a camera long ago. Thanks for everything you've done, and best of luck on your next chapter!

[MSACoachMike]

You have the smoothest, most polished delivery of the photography related creators I follow - one take in a canoe while paddling without missing a beat is something very few people can do regardless of the subject matter that they are talking about.
I look forward to seeing where you go from here. I’m sure what ever it will be, you will find success!

[itspoots]

Maarten, I remember starting photography back around 2015 or so. My first first dedicated camera purchase was the Sony RX100 m3. Your detailed review and tutorial proved invaluable in learning how to use a camera. I appreciate your unbiases, unsponsored approach. Wishing you the best.

[rzr]

I've always loved your reviews. You had a knack for finding certain details that most other reviewers missed. I'm glad that you're not shutting down your channel completely, but I will certainly miss the reviews. Keep on doing great work, as usual, and it will all work out. Here's to you! 🥂

[savnac]

your empathetic and charismatic character is unmatched. thank you for being so transparent with us. it's a sad thing to see the camera industry die out.. but only time can tell really what will happen. i'm still deeply in love with my cameras.

[coryirvin]

Your channel has been incredibly helpful, thank you for your continued work supporting and informing the photography community.

[Tasurincci]

I love your sincere and heart-warming content, I bought my two cameras on the basis of your recommendations. I have nothing but respect for you and the quality of your work, and I hope to watch your canoeing trips.

[RayShan]

Thank you Maarten, would love to see general tips on creating content from you.

[mountainhobo]

Sorry to see it end, Maarten. I think the camera makers' reacting to phones by shifting everything to high end and abandoning "bridge" cameras squeezed out casual buyers who might have considered something like Sony RX10 or Panasonic FZ1000 because of the much better image quality and telephoto capability, but there was no way they would spend thousands (or tens of thousands) of dollars on interchangeable lenses. Essentially the makers jettisoned low profit margin buyers, thus narrowing the market.

[NickDixon]

Maarten, I've only found your channel in the last few months, and I enjoy your style and your perspective as a photographer and not merely a tech reviewer feeding a channel. Your manner and delivery would make your videos enjoyable on any subject that takes your interest, and I look forward to you finding a sustainable niche.

[beachblythe]

I only discovered you a few months ago. I’m an eager amateur. The quality of your videos is amazing! I enjoy them very much. I would love to see tips for photography while on vacation. That is where I take most of my pictures. Thank you for what you do!

[GRAFHC]

I wonder what impact cell phones have had on the digital camera market, I feel like 10 years ago I had a lot of friends who were always chasing something new in the camera market to support their hobby who all just carry a Samsung or iPhone around now and rarely pull out their big league gear. Your videos are exceptional and your content is important, I hope that as this channel evolves you are able to continue to post videos that make bring you the most satisfaction.