A Major Flaw in Video Footage from my Nikon Z6III Robert May 2024-07-20 | The Nikon Z6III is doing something very weird in its video modes, and this seems to be tied either to the sensor or in how they're adjusting exposure - it's exhibiting a constant flickering/flashing effect. Here's a short video with more scientific examples after I ran across this in real-world usage.Follow-on from youtube.com/watch?v=9EWPmvbIyYo.Check out @testcams follow-up with a much better look into the underlying problem: youtube.com/watch?v=gGn7OG3VW2I00:00 - Intro and Recap of the issue00:57 - Z6III Basic example01:35 - Z6III Full example02:31 - Z9 Full example04:17 - Summary05:03 - Thanks & Outro
All about the Sigma 135mm f/1.4 DGs beautiful rendering Robert May 2025-09-09 | Their 105mm for DSLRs is highly regarded, so can they follow it up on mirrorless at a slightly longer focal length? In this video I take a look only at how the lens renders, because it really needs to be beautiful.Come join my new Patreon for more behind-the-scenes content, including ad-free video watching, photo sets, presets, etc: patreon.com/RobertMayCameras: Panasonic Lumix S5IIX, Sigma BfLenses: Sigma 20-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DG, 135mm f/1.4 DGMicrophone: Rode Wireless ProFilters: Freewell Locking Hybrid VND/CPL (use code "LOCK10" for 10% off over on Freewell's store: freewellgear.com/collections/real-locking-variable-nd-cpl-filter/products/variable-nd-filter?sca_ref=9546877.CwgRRc6ZIyjKXQ&sca_source=hybridvnd)Backpack: PGYTECH OneGo Lite backpack: amzn.to/3TVWqbB (promo code: ROBERTMAY)Music from Uppbeat: share.uppbeat.io/5tv4kv0gi8l0Patreon: patreon.com/c/RobertMayWebsite: https://robertmay.photographyBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robertmay.photographyGlass: https://glass.photo/robertmay#sigma #sigmabf #cameragear00:00 - Intro00:54 - Smooth backgrounds02:13 - Iris02:38 - Bokeh04:44 - Longitudinal chromatic abberration05:57 - Flaring resistance, contrast, and portrait/event photo examples07:14 - Thoughts, price, and conclusion
Sigmas brilliant new super-zoom - the 20-200mm f/3.5-6.3 Robert May 2025-09-09 | Sigma has just announced their excellent new 10x super-zoom and I've had the opportunity to test it out for a week and a bit. Spoiler: it's good.Come join my new Patreon for more behind-the-scenes content, including ad-free video watching, photo sets, presets, etc: patreon.com/RobertMayCameras: Panasonic Lumix S5IIX, Sigma BfLenses: Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN (sigmauk.com/product/16-28mm-f2-8-dg-dn-c?ref=robertmay), Sigma 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN (sigmauk.com/product/28-105mm-f2-8-dg-dn-a?ref=robertmay)Microphone: Rode Wireless ProFilters: Freewell Locking Hybrid VND/CPL (use code "LOCK10" for 10% off over on Freewell's store: freewellgear.com/collections/real-locking-variable-nd-cpl-filter/products/variable-nd-filter?sca_ref=9546877.CwgRRc6ZIyjKXQ&sca_source=hybridvnd)Backpack: PGYTECH OneGo Lite backpack: amzn.to/3TVWqbB (promo code: ROBERTMAY)Music from Uppbeat: share.uppbeat.io/5tv4kv0gi8l0Patreon: patreon.com/c/RobertMayWebsite: https://robertmay.photographyBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robertmay.photographyGlass: https://glass.photo/robertmay#sigma #sigmabf #cameragear00:00 - Intro01:37 - Use-cases and who it's for02:49 - 20mm vs 24mm vs 28mm03:07 - Better for vlogging03:54 - Lens design05:01 - Bokeh05:45 - Optical performance and sharpness07:00 - Distortion07:12 - Colour fringing07:40 - Handling and camera bodies08:46 - More test shots09:50 - Controls10:47 - Macro11:29 - Price & Summary
These new Freewell VND filters have a handy party trick! Robert May 2025-09-03 | Freewell are launching a new filter system today, and they solve a common problem when using variable ND filters.Use code "LOCK10" for 10% off over on Freewell's store: freewellgear.com/collections/real-locking-variable-nd-cpl-filter/products/variable-nd-filter?sca_ref=9546877.CwgRRc6ZIyjKXQ&sca_source=hybridvndCamera: Panasonic Lumix S5IIXLenses: Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN (sigmauk.com/product/16-28mm-f2-8-dg-dn-c?ref=robertmay), Sigma 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN (sigmauk.com/product/28-105mm-f2-8-dg-dn-a?ref=robertmay)Microphone: Rode Wireless ProMusic from Uppbeat: share.uppbeat.io/5tv4kv0gi8l0Patreon: patreon.com/c/RobertMayWebsite: https://robertmay.photographyBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robertmay.photographyGlass: https://glass.photo/robertmay
DxO PhotoLab 9 - AI masking, selective denoising, and more Robert May 2025-09-02 | Short one this time about with just a few notes on the various new features in DxO PhotoLab 9.Download a demo or buy DxO PhotoLab 9: tidd.ly/4mHBIZFCamera: Panasonic Lumix S5IIXLenses: Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN (sigmauk.com/product/16-28mm-f2-8-dg-dn-c?ref=robertmay), Sigma 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN (sigmauk.com/product/28-105mm-f2-8-dg-dn-a?ref=robertmay)Microphone: Rode Wireless ProMusic from Uppbeat: share.uppbeat.io/5tv4kv0gi8l0Patreon: patreon.com/c/RobertMayWebsite: https://robertmay.photographyBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robertmay.photographyGlass: https://glass.photo/robertmay
DxO PhotoLab 9 #shorts Robert May 2025-09-02 | Short one this time about with just a few notes on the various new features in DxO PhotoLab 9. Download or buy PhotoLab 9: tidd.ly/4mHBIZF
This £200 lens is a great entry into macro photography! Robert May 2025-08-31 | I've never really tried macro photography, but as I own a 105mm macro lens and it's the last of the sun for a while - let's give it a go!Check out the circular polariser I used in this video, the K&F CONCEPT Ultra-Low Reflectivity CPL:UK: amzn.to/451CSHPUS: amzn.to/4f292aSPick up a used Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro OS HSM from MPB:UK: https://prf.hn/l/G9DnqZD/US: https://prf.hn/l/8jmgWdY/EU: https://prf.hn/l/AJDkVmX/Camera: Panasonic Lumix S5IIXLenses: Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN (sigmauk.com/product/16-28mm-f2-8-dg-dn-c?ref=robertmay), Sigma 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN (sigmauk.com/product/28-105mm-f2-8-dg-dn-a?ref=robertmay)Microphone: Rode Wireless ProMusic from Uppbeat: share.uppbeat.io/5tv4kv0gi8l0Patreon: patreon.com/c/RobertMayWebsite: https://robertmay.photographyBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robertmay.photographyGlass: https://glass.photo/robertmay00:00 - Intro & the lens01:49 - Butterfly hunting02:47 - More on the lens03:07 - Using a circular polariser04:17 - Photo of a berry04:59 - More futile searching05:47 - A fly06:14 - Other notes on the lens07:24 - A small bug08:11 - Getting surprised by another bug09:46 - More searching10:30 - More brown bugs11:30 - Summary & outro
Unnecessarily slow motion duck footage on the Nikon Z9 #birds #wildlifefilmmaking #nikon Robert May 2025-08-27 | ...
Trying my hand at Wildlife Videography, with the Nikon Z9 Robert May 2025-08-24 | I do a lot of wildlife photography, but when it's this hot it's not particularly productive or much fun - so how about wildlife videography instead?Thanks to NEEWER for providing some of the equipment for this video! Check out their excellent F700 monitor over on their site: uk.neewer.com/collections/monitors/products/neewer-f700-7-camera-field-touch-screen-monitor-66605230?ref=robertmay, or on Amazon: geni.us/NEEWER-F700Other products featured in this video:NEEWER GM006 Fluid Video Tripod Head: neewer.com/products/neewer-gm006-pro-video-tripod-fluid-head-66602625?ref=robertmayFalcam TreeRoot 61" Travel Tripod: vijimlimited.sjv.io/N93onbFilming equipment used in this video:Wildlife setup:- Nikon Z9- Nikon Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3Talking setup:Camera: Panasonic Lumix S5IIXLenses: Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN (sigmauk.com/product/16-28mm-f2-8-dg-dn-c?ref=robertmay), Sigma 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN (sigmauk.com/product/28-105mm-f2-8-dg-dn-a?ref=robertmay)Microphone: Rode Wireless ProTripod: NEEWER LT07 Travel Tripod (neewer.com/collections/tripods/products/neewer-lt07-61-aluminum-travel-tripod-with-ball-head-66604165?ref=robertmay)Music from Uppbeat: share.uppbeat.io/5tv4kv0gi8l0Patreon: patreon.com/c/RobertMayWebsite: https://robertmay.photographyBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robertmay.photographyGlass: https://glass.photo/robertmay#wildlifevideography #wildlifefilmmaking #nikon #NEEWER #NEEWERTryout #F700 @neewer 00:00 - Intro01:10 - Why try wildlife videography?02:05 - The gear I'm using05:04 - Filming damselflies on the river07:11 - Filming inside a hide08:40 - Mid-video gear update09:05 - The NEEWER F70012:39 - Figuring out why the AF was wonky12:55 - Filming a wood pigeon14:11 - Filming ducks as the sun goes lower17:06 - Outro
3 Days of Landscapes in Mid-Wales, with the Sigma Bf - Day 1 Robert May 2025-08-17 | So I had the Sigma Bf for a couple of weeks and I decided to jump straight in with a 3 day trip to mid-Wales for some landscape photography. I ended up with tons of footage so this is the first installment in what will be a short series!Learn more about the products featured in this video:Sigma Bf: sigmauk.com/product/bf?ref=robertmayFalcam TreeRoot 61" Travel Tripod: vijimlimited.sjv.io/N93onbFilming equipment used in this video:Camera: Panasonic Lumix S5IIXLenses: Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN (sigmauk.com/product/16-28mm-f2-8-dg-dn-c?ref=robertmay), Sigma 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN (sigmauk.com/product/28-105mm-f2-8-dg-dn-a?ref=robertmay)Microphone: Rode Wireless ProTripod: NEEWER LT07 Travel Tripod (neewer.com/collections/tripods/products/neewer-lt07-61-aluminum-travel-tripod-with-ball-head-66604165?ref=robertmay)Music from Uppbeat: share.uppbeat.io/5tv4kv0gi8l0Patreon: patreon.com/c/RobertMayWebsite: https://robertmay.photographyBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robertmay.photographyGlass: https://glass.photo/robertmay#landscapephotography #sigmabf #wales 00:00 - Intro00:25 - Sigma Bf02:26 - Looking for compositions03:34 - Taking test shots04:49 - The tripod I'm using07:59 - More photos, HDR merges08:37 - Different angle10:36 - Summary11:33 - Next time
This new TTArtisan AF 40mm f/2 is a bargain! Robert May 2025-08-08 | I love a good, affordable, lens, so this new release from TTArtisan is right up my street! Join me for a look at how it performs and a bunch of street photos from Cardiff.Buy the TTArtisan AF 40mm f/2 from the official store: https://ttartisan.store/products/af-40mm-f2?ref=edocudmmIt's currently available for Sony E and Nikon Z mounts, with Leica L mount coming soon.Disclaimer: TTArtisan provided this lens for free in order for me to make this video for the launch date.Check out the PGYTECH OneGo Lite backpack I'm using in this video: amzn.to/3TVWqbB (promo code: ROBERTMAY)Music from Uppbeat: share.uppbeat.io/5tv4kv0gi8l0Patreon: patreon.com/c/RobertMayWebsite: https://robertmay.photographyBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robertmay.photographyGlass: https://glass.photo/robertmay#photography #ttartisan #streetphotography 00:00 - Intro00:58 - Street photography part 103:27 - Build quality and handling05:07 - Optical performance06:25 - Flare07:54 - Autofocus and performance08:33 - Bokeh and other characteristics10:08 - Conclusion10:29 - Street photography part 2
Sigma Bf: 5 Surprising Hidden Features! Robert May 2025-08-03 | This time out we're looking at some of the less-covered features of the Bf. Thanks to Sigma for loaning me the Bf for a couple of weeks in order to make these videos about it.Check out the PGYTECH OneGo Lite backpack I'm using in this video: amzn.to/3TVWqbB (promo code: ROBERTMAY)Music from Uppbeat: share.uppbeat.io/5tv4kv0gi8l0Patreon: patreon.com/c/RobertMayWebsite: https://robertmay.photographyBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robertmay.photographyGlass: https://glass.photo/robertmay#sigmabf #photography #pgytech00:00 - Intro01:15 - 1. Storage02:36 - 2. Navigating the menus04:27 - Compactness + the bag I'm using05:47 - 3. Vintage lenses07:42 - 3.5: Punch-in focus08:32 - 4. Autofocus things of note11:14 - 5. Gain maps12:49 - Outro
Having fun with the Sigma Bf at Dean Forest Railway #photography #sigmabf #steamtrain Robert May 2025-07-28 | ...
Cameras should be fun. This one is. Robert May 2025-07-27 | I took the Sigma Bf for a day out at the Dean Forest Railway and had a lovely time. Isn't this kinda why I do photography?Thanks to Sigma for loaning me the camera for a few weeks! I have more videos coming about the Bf and they're going to be somewhat out of filming order 😅Go check out the Dean Forest Railway: deanforestrailway.co.ukGear used in the making of this video:Backpack: amzn.to/3TVWqbB (promo code: ROBERTMAY)Camera: Panasonic Lumix S5IIXLenses: Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN (sigmauk.com/product/16-28mm-f2-8-dg-dn-c?ref=robertmay), Sigma 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN (sigmauk.com/product/28-105mm-f2-8-dg-dn-a?ref=robertmay)Microphone: Rode Wireless ProTripod: Falcam TreeRoot 61"Music from Uppbeat: share.uppbeat.io/5tv4kv0gi8l0Patreon: patreon.com/c/RobertMayWebsite: https://robertmay.photographyBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robertmay.photographyGlass: https://glass.photo/robertmay#steamtrain #sigmabf #photography 00:00 - Intro00:31 - Photographing around the station01:39 - JPEG Options02:48 - More photographs04:19 - Addressing complaints about the Bf06:57 - Getting on the train09:03 - My experience with the Bf12:22 - Body design and ergonomics14:41 - Outro
This black & white film is great for bright summer days Robert May 2025-07-14 | Back to Tenby this week for a short video about a film stock I love shooting in the summer sunshine. More than I love being out and about in the summer sunshine. Please make it stop.Filming equipment used in this video:Camera: Panasonic Lumix S5IIXLenses: Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN (sigmauk.com/product/16-28mm-f2-8-dg-dn-c), Sigma 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN (sigmauk.com/product/28-105mm-f2-8-dg-dn-a)Microphone: Rode Wireless ProTripod: Falcam TreeRoot 61"Music from Uppbeat: share.uppbeat.io/5tv4kv0gi8l0Patreon: patreon.com/c/RobertMayWebsite: https://robertmay.photographyBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robertmay.photographyGlass: https://glass.photo/robertmay#filmphotography #analogphotography #wales 00:00 - Introduction00:54 - Orthochromatic film02:01 - Photos from last year03:02 - Loading film and first photos03:58 - Photos from the castle and beach05:56 - Photos from town06:35 - Back to the harbour
We call this foreshadowing Robert May 2025-06-30 | #starwars #camera #film #35mm #filmphotography #analogphotography #analogcamera
I don’t like sand. It’s coarse and rough and irritating and it gets everywhere Robert May 2025-06-30 | #starwars #filmphotography #analogphotography #retro #35mm #90s
This 90s Star Wars film camera has a fun party trick #starwars #filmphotography Robert May 2025-06-23 | #starwars #filmphotography #analogphotography #analog #retro #retrophotography #photography #scifi
The greatest 35mm camera ever made (in a galaxy far, far away) Robert May 2025-06-22 | This week I take a daft 1990s 35mm Star Wars camera, with a fun party trick, for an extremely warm trek through the Merthyr Mawr sand dunes in South Wales.Filming equipment used in this video:Camera: Panasonic Lumix S5IIXLens: Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN (sigmauk.com/product/16-28mm-f2-8-dg-dn-c)Microphone: Rode Wireless ProTripod: NEEWER LT07 (neewer.com/collections/tripods/products/neewer-lt07-61-aluminum-travel-tripod-with-ball-head-66604165?ref=robertmay)Music from Uppbeat: share.uppbeat.io/5tv4kv0gi8l0Patreon: patreon.com/c/RobertMayWebsite: https://robertmay.photographyBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robertmay.photographyGlass: https://glass.photo/robertmay#filmphotography #analogphotography #starwars 00:00 - Dramatic intro00:46 - Actual intro02:09 - How the camera works03:45 - Loading the film04:51 - First photos08:44 - Slightly lost, with bonus poetry10:14 - Heading to the beach11:43 - At the beach14:19 - Last of the roll15:18 - Outro
I tried swapping to Sony, found an infuriating AF issue, returned it all Robert May 2025-06-10 | I think we all understand my compulsive need to buy things and the equal and opposite reaction that causes me to find before-now unreported faults with them, so this is just more business as usual. This time out I bought a Sony A9III (and an A7RV) and found an autofocus issue that made me return it all.Music from Uppbeat: share.uppbeat.io/5tv4kv0gi8l0Patreon: patreon.com/c/RobertMayWebsite: https://robertmay.photographyBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robertmay.photographyGlass: https://glass.photo/robertmay00:00 - Intro00:11 - Why I tried to swap to E-mount01:51 - What I bought02:13 - A7RV problems03:25 - The A9III AF problem07:58 - Sony's useless preset focus option08:35 - Summary10:27 - Outro
5 things I dont like about the Nikon Zf Robert May 2025-05-29 | So I bought a Nikon Zf recently, mostly to save myself money on film long-term. But is it going to work out? It's far from a perfect camera. Some of these complaints will be specific to me, but some are more universal, and I'd be curious to know your thoughts in the comments!NEEWER ETZ Pro Adapter: uk.neewer.com/collections/lens-adapters/products/neewer-nw-etz-pro-fe-e-mount-lens-to-z-mount-camera-adapter-66604462?ref=robertmayFilming equipment used in this video:🎥 Panasonic Lumix S5IIX, Sigma 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN Art, Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN🎤 Rode Wireless ProMusic from Uppbeat: share.uppbeat.io/5tv4kv0gi8l0Patreon: patreon.com/c/RobertMayWebsite: https://robertmay.photographyBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robertmay.photographyGlass: https://glass.photo/robertmay#nikon #nikonzf00:00 - Intro01:01 - 1: Design02:43 - 2: Ergonomics06:18 - 3: Build Quality08:09 - 4: Lens Selection10:27 - 5: MF Assist and Old Lenses14:35 - Summary
An affordable travel tripod I actually quite like Robert May 2025-05-20 | Here's an affordable tripod that surprised me - the NEEWER LT07. Long-time viewers will know I don't like using tripods, or buying tripods, or talking about tripods; but this one is a comparative bargain and worth a look if you're in the market for one.Affiliate links if you're looking to purchase this tripod:- NEEWER: neewer.com/collections/tripods/products/neewer-lt07-61-aluminum-travel-tripod-with-ball-head-66604165?ref=robertmay- Amazon: geni.us/NEEWER-LT07 (not actually an affiliate link as I no longer use Amazon myself)Disclaimer: NEEWER sent this tripod to me for free so I could make this video, but otherwise have no input into the content of the video, aside from requesting I put a couple of tags in the video description.Filming equipment used in this video:🎥 Panasonic Lumix S5IIX, Sigma 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN Art, Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN, iPhone 16 Pro Max🎤 Rode Wireless ProMusic from Uppbeat: share.uppbeat.io/5tv4kv0gi8l0Patreon: patreon.com/c/RobertMayWebsite: https://robertmay.photographyBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robertmay.photographyGlass: https://glass.photo/robertmay@neewer #NEEWER #NEEWERTryout #LT0700:00 - Intro00:41 - The Tripods02:56 - Tripod heads05:13 - Swapping heads05:59 - Phone holder on the Neewer06:59 - Extra mounting points07:43 - Phone holder on the Peak Design08:57 - Included tripod plates09:39 - Legs, locking, height11:21 - Height suitability12:49 - Leg clips13:22 - Cases14:36 - Conclusion
The best Nikon street lens you (probably) dont own Robert May 2025-05-06 | This time out I travelled to Oxford for a look at the somewhat uncommon Nikon 28-50mm f/3.5 lens - my current favourite for street photography. You won't see a huge number of these around, but how does it perform? And why would you choose it?Many thanks to my dad for helping with some of the filming for this video (and bringing me the lens after I forgot it 😅)Equipment used in this video:📷 Nikon Zf, FTZ II Adapter, Nikon 28-50mm f/3.5🎥 Panasonic Lumix S5IIX, Sigma 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN Art, Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN, iPhone 16 Pro Max🎤 Rode Wireless ProColour photos in this video were edited using DxO PhotoLab 8, using my own preset based off the FilmPack Fujifilm Pro 400H colour profile. Distortion was manually corrected where I felt it was needed (mostly at 28mm). Monochrome photos were processed in-camera on the Zf using the Deep Tone Monochrome profile with +0.5 contrast and +1 brightness.Download a free trial or purchase PhotoLab 8: tidd.ly/3BfHXB4Music from Uppbeat: share.uppbeat.io/5tv4kv0gi8l0Patreon: patreon.com/c/RobertMayWebsite: https://robertmay.photographyBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robertmay.photographyGlass: https://glass.photo/robertmay#photography #streetphotography #nikon 00:00 - Intro02:23 - The lens03:29 - Photographing near Christ Church and the covered market05:36 - Photographing on Broad Street07:02 - Why this lens?07:58 - Monochrome shots with Nikon's Deep Tone Monochrome profile10:06 - Alternatives
DxO PureRAW 5 - Fantastic chromatic aberration removal Robert May 2025-04-15 | The new version of PureRAW is out today and here's the major new upgrades, along with a bunch of examples. There's also a discount code available for viewers of this channel that is active until next week, if you want to save some dosh on a new license of either this or other DxO software.Grab a free trial of, or purchase, PureRAW 5: tidd.ly/43SF2ux.Music from Uppbeat: share.uppbeat.io/5tv4kv0gi8l0Patreon: patreon.com/c/RobertMayWebsite: https://robertmay.photographyBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robertmay.photographyGlass: https://glass.photo/robertmay#photography #dxopureraw #photoediting00:00 - Intro00:33 - What is DxO PureRAW?03:02 - Easter promotion03:38 - Improving photos from old cameras04:35 - Fantastic Chromatic Aberration removal07:27 - X-Trans Sensors: X-T1 example09:44 - X-Trans Sensors: X-H2S example11:45 - Worst-case scenarios, again13:18 - Local adjustment masks15:09 - Summary15:45 - Channel update
Can you put together a bird photography setup for £500? Robert May 2025-04-05 | Well, let's find out! This time around we're talking affordable wildlife photography setups, and I'm trying out a Nikon D300s with the 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6D lens to see if I can get any good shots on it. As of the making of this video, you can pick up this combination on eBay for around £500.Want to support this channel? You can buy your used gear from MPB using the following affiliate links:- Nikon D300s: https://prf.hn/l/p3Q2WD9/- Nikon 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6D: https://prf.hn/l/xEBLD45/The gear in this video was not provided by a company - it's my dad's old setup!Equipment used in this video:📷 Nikon D300s, Nikon 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6D, Nikon Z9, Nikon 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3🎥 Panasonic S5IIX + Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN🎤 Røde Wireless ProPhotos in this video were edited using DxO PhotoLab 8 (tidd.ly/3BfHXB4), using a custom preset utilising some of the FilmPack features. If you're interested, let me know in the comments and I'll get around to actually publishing it.Music from Uppbeat: share.uppbeat.io/5tv4kv0gi8l0Patreon: patreon.com/c/RobertMayWebsite: https://robertmay.photographyBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robertmay.photographyGlass: https://glass.photo/robertmay#photography #wildlifephotography #birdphotography 00:00 - Intro01:24 - The D300s02:46 - Performance for action04:33 - A better AF configuration06:41 - Continuous AF on DSLRs09:30 - Value for money11:45 - Conclusion
Exploring Tenby, Wales, with the Sigma 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN Robert May 2025-03-25 | I've had this lens for a while, but finally had the urge to take it for a lovely day out at the seaside here in Wales.Equipment used in this video:📷 Panasonic Lumix S5IIX, Sigma 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN Art🎥 iPhone 16 Pro Max🎤 Zoom F2-BT (and yes I had to manually match the audio up due to wind noise)Photos in this video were edited using DxO PhotoLab 8, using my own preset based off the FilmPack Kodak Portra colour profile. As of publication there were no lens profiles for this lens in PhotoLab and so I manually corrected for distortion.As a pseudo-disclaimer, I did actually get this lens for free - I chose it as the prize in a competition I entered last year to be featured in Sigma's annual landscape calendar that they send out to suppliers. As this isn't very publically visible it's pretty hard to reference on the channel, but I believe the photo is going to be mentioned at some point in the future and I'll link to it then.Music from Uppbeat: share.uppbeat.io/5tv4kv0gi8l0Patreon: patreon.com/c/RobertMayWebsite: https://robertmay.photographyBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robertmay.photographyGlass: https://glass.photo/robertmay#photography #travelphotography #sigmalens 00:00 - Intro00:57 - Photos from before I got to the harbour01:33 - Tenby's sea views02:20 - On the beach03:30 - Lunch and photos from around town04:15 - The 28-105 focal range05:13 - Vignetting05:54 - Photos from the harbour and castle06:49 - More photos around town07:56 - Sunset and summary
Is this hazy, damaged, lens destined for the bin? Robert May 2025-03-05 | In this video I thought up on the morning of filming, we take a look at a lens suffering from permanent damage caused by hazing, what caused it, and whether it's still usable.Equipment used in this video:📷 Mamiya 645 1000s, 55mm f/2.8🎞️ Harman Phoenix 200, Ilford HP5, Kodak Portra 800🎥 Panasonic Lumix S5IIX, Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8, iPhone 16 Pro MaxMusic from Uppbeat: share.uppbeat.io/5tv4kv0gi8l0Patreon: patreon.com/c/RobertMayWebsite: https://robertmay.photographyBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robertmay.photographyGlass: https://glass.photo/robertmay#photography #analogphotography #camerarepair #filmphotography 00:00 - Intro02:04 - What is lens haze?04:38 - First test photos05:59 - More shots on Phoenix 200, Ilford HP5+07:56 - What are the effects of the haze?10:12 - More photos, on Portra 80011:06 - Further details on the lens, plus thoughts & conclusion
Which is the best L-Mount vlogging lens? (that I own) Robert May 2025-02-18 | Comparing the Panasonic Lumix 18mm f/1.8, Panasonic Lumix 20-60mm f/3.5-5.6, Panasonic Lumix 14-28mm f/4-5.6, and Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8.I don't often make videos about...video, but I had the footage from this lying around and figured this was a worthwhile comparison, so here's this week's video! As you might be able to tell, this was filmed sometime before Christmas 🙈Music from Uppbeat: share.uppbeat.io/5tv4kv0gi8l0Patreon: patreon.com/c/RobertMayWebsite: https://robertmay.photographyBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robertmay.photographyGlass: https://glass.photo/robertmay00:00 - Intro01:15 - The Competitors02:28 - Field of view comparison04:26 - Visual distortion note05:25 - Focal length and crop on the Lumix cameras07:17 - Missing lenses from this comparison08:03 - Depth of field, low light, and bokeh09:20 - The 18mm's advantage10:33 - The 20-60mm's flexibility11:46 - Conclusion
My Top 5 Tips for Birds in Flight Photography, 2025 Edition. Robert May 2025-02-10 | I take a lot of birds-in-flight shots every year, so here's an updated and much more concise set of 5 tips and techniques applicable to all cameras!Equipment used in this video:📷 Nikon Z9, 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3🎥 Panasonic S5IIX, Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8Music from Uppbeat: share.uppbeat.io/5tv4kv0gi8l0Patreon: patreon.com/c/RobertMayWebsite: https://robertmay.photographyBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robertmay.photographyGlass: https://glass.photo/robertmay#photography #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #birdsinflight 00:00 - Intro00:42 - Freedom of movement02:59 - Shutter speed04:46 - Always prepared05:37 - Elevation06:45 - Focus pulling09:11 - Outro
Photographing Steam Trains! Sigma 50mm f/1.2 and Rolleiflex T at the Gwili Railway, Carmarthen Robert May 2025-02-02 | Typically indecisive, I took two cameras with me on a day out at the Gwili Railway in Carmarthen, South Wales.Thanks to Sigma for lending me the 50mm f/1.2 to make the video. Read more about the lens over on their website: sigmauk.com/product/50mm-f1-2-dg-dn-aThis video ended up somewhat short and sparse on content, mostly because I forgot to film much by way of talking heads. This meant it took me months to edit into some sort of logical order, and I've procrastinated on it mostly emphatically 😅Normal service will resume shortly.Equipment used in this video:📷 Panasonic S5IIX, Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8, Sigma 50mm f/1.2, Rolleiflex T🎞️ Kodak Tri-X 400, Kodak T-MAX 400Music from Uppbeat: share.uppbeat.io/5tv4kv0gi8l0Patreon: patreon.com/c/RobertMayWebsite: https://robertmay.photographyBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robertmay.photographyGlass: https://glass.photo/robertmay#photography #analogphotography #filmphotography
Exploring the Cambrian Mountains with the Mamiya 645 1000s Robert May 2024-12-22 | I've been meaning to get back up to mid-Wales to further explore the area surrounding the Elan Valley for ages, but for some reason it has taken me years to do so. I had a bunch of soon-to-expire Kodak Gold and a spare day and decided this was finally the time!It didn't go entirely to plan.Completely minor correction from the video: the A470 doesn't actually run all the way to North Wales. Shows how often I go up that way 🙈Equipment used in this video:📷 Mamiya 645 1000s, Mamiya 80mm f/2.8 and 210mm f/4🎞️ Kodak Gold 200, Kodak Tri-X 400, and Ilford Delta 3200🎥 Panasonic S5IIX, Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8Music from Uppbeat: share.uppbeat.io/5tv4kv0gi8l0Patreon: patreon.com/c/RobertMayWebsite: https://robertmay.photographyBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robertmay.photographyGlass: https://glass.photo/robertmay00:00 - The Elan Valley06:39 - The Vale of Rheidol Railway11:21 - The Cwmystwyth Metal Mines#photography #analogphotography #filmphotography
My top birds in flight photography tip (for 2024) Robert May 2024-11-19 | #photography #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #birdsinflight #nikonwildlife #nikon
Its been two weeks of 100% overcast weather here in Wales Robert May 2024-11-09 | I would honestly prefer rain at this point.Article for reference: theguardian.com/uk-news/2024/nov/08/anticyclonic-gloom-blamed-for-englands-cloudy-november-but-brighter-weather-ahead #photography #wales #wildlifephotography #landscapephotography #photography_tips #photographer #photographytips
Photographing animals on film with the TTArtisan 500mm f/6.3 Robert May 2024-11-07 | Continuing to chop up this half-dead video into shorts 🤝#film #filmphotography #ttartisan #nikon #nikonf #wildlifephotography #kodakportra800 #ilforddelta3200 #lens #ilford #kodak
The TTArtisan 500mm f/6.3 is really interesting Robert May 2024-11-04 | Check out the full video for a better look at this lens!#cinematography #wildlifephotography #wildlifevideography #ttartisan #lens #lenses
I spent far too long syncing this up, so heres my wiggly swan again. Robert May 2024-11-02 | #photography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #wildlifevideography #ttartisan #nikonz9
An Affordable Wildlife Lens - The TTArtisan 500mm f/6.3. Whos it for? Robert May 2024-11-01 | TTArtisan sent over their 500mm prime lens for me to test out, so I took it for a day out at Slimbridge Wetlands to figure out who it's for. And if you're wondering how long it took me to sync the swan to the music: too long.In this video I take a look at how suitable it is, and how it performs, for wildlife photography, wildlife videography, and 35mm film photography.Buy the TTArtisan 500mm f/6.3 from the official store: https://ttartisan.store/products/500mm?ref=edocudmm (affiliate link). It's available for E, Z, RF, L, X, GFX, F, and EF mounts (!)Disclaimer: TTArtisan sent me the lens to make this video and don't want it back, but otherwise had no conditions on the content of the video, no oversight on it, and haven't paid me. I cover this in the video for clarity as well. I prefer to buy my own gear but I can't feasibly buy everything on the market in order to make videos 😅Interested in seeing more content from me? I'm working on ways to allow myself more time to dedicate to this channel going forward, and for that I've now enabled YouTube memberships. This is totally optional and you gain practically nothing from doing it, aside from losing 99p per month, but it is very much appreciated: youtube.com/channel/UCEmR8dd2uDsIDsB_tXUEUsQ/join. Of course, I appreciate everyone who subscribes to this channel no matter what anyway 😀00:00 - Intro01:10 - Disclaimer02:00 - Design02:49 - Videography03:24 - Build04:39 - Manual focus technique05:08 - Video footage montage, from the Z905:49 - Optical performance06:32 - Film photography08:33 - Tripod usage10:14 - Final thoughts
Rolleiflex T: Film Photography at the Gwili Railway #film #analogphotography #rolleiflex Robert May 2024-10-15 | These photos and a few more over on Glass: https://glass.photo/robertmay/series/7gWdwgKFBBf1Daw8MMZNQX-gwili-heritage-railway#photography #filmphotography #analog #mediumformat #kodaktmax400 #kodaktrix400 #rollei #steamtrain #steamrailway #steamlocomotive
DxO ViewPoint 5: A Quick (ish) First Look Robert May 2024-10-15 | Join me for a quick-ish look at some of the features of DxO ViewPoint 5 - a dedicated application (or PhotoLab plugin) for geometry/perspective/distortion correction in photographs! I run through a few demonstrations using scanned film photos.Download a free trial or buy DxO ViewPoint 5: tidd.ly/4dM3MWvInterested in seeing more content from me? I'm working on ways to allow myself more time to dedicate to this channel going forward, and for that I've now enabled YouTube memberships. This is totally optional and you gain practically nothing from doing it, aside from losing 99p per month, but it is very much appreciated: youtube.com/channel/UCEmR8dd2uDsIDsB_tXUEUsQ/join. Of course, I appreciate everyone who subscribes to this channel no matter what anyway 😀00:00 - Intro03:50 - Perspective examples08:15 - Horizon example09:01 - ReShape Fusion example10:50 - Miniature effect example12:34 - Outro
DxO PhotoLab 8 - Fantastic Noise Reduction, Lens Softness Correction, and more Robert May 2024-09-17 | Join me for a first look at some of the new features in DxO PhotoLab 8, with detailed examples and comparisons with the previous version. I'm particularly excited about the arrival of DeepPRIME XD2s noise reduction in PhotoLab, as I was previously impressed with it in PureRAW 4, but there's a bunch of other nice updates as well!DxO sent me a time-limited beta copy of PhotoLab 8 in order to test it out ahead of launch. I don't receive any compensation for making this video, but I do have an affiliate link below that will give me a small commission if you follow it and then purchase something. Obviously, you don't have to click it.Download a free trial or purchase PhotoLab 8: tidd.ly/3BfHXB4Interested in seeing more content from me? I'm working on ways to allow myself more time to dedicate to this channel going forward, and for that I've now enabled YouTube memberships. This is totally optional and you gain practically nothing from doing it, aside from losing 99p per month, but it is very much appreciated: youtube.com/channel/UCEmR8dd2uDsIDsB_tXUEUsQ/join. Of course, I appreciate everyone who subscribes to this channel no matter what anyway 😀00:00 - Intro00:25 - Why I've been using PhotoLab01:03 - DeepPRIME XD2s01:50 - Fujifilm X-Trans Sensors02:13 - Lens Softness Compensation improvements03:07 - Loupe Tool03:29 - Hue Masks04:47 - Curves05:03 - Performance improvements05:39 - DeepPRIME XD2s Examples (Bird 1)07:16 - DeepPRIME XD2s Examples (Bird 2)08:22 - DeepPRIME XD2s Examples (Bird 3)11:02 - Lens Softness Compensation Example12:46 - Hue Masks Example14:57 - Summary
Trying out the Freewell M2 Magnetic Filter Kit Robert May 2024-08-23 | I like shooting at bright apertures on bright days, and although modern cameras are more capable in this department than film cameras, there are still situations where you need to cut the light getting into the camera by other means.Check out the Freewell M2 filter kits:- 5 pack with 3 different ND filters, CPL, and UV filter: freewellgear.com/magnetic-quick-swap-system/1150-2159-m2-magnetic-quick-swap-5pack.html?affp=55843#/dslr_thread_size-82mm- 3 pack with a single ND filter, CPL, and UV filter: freewellgear.com/magnetic-quick-swap-system/1151-2162-m2-magnetic-quick-swap-3pack.html?affp=55843#/dslr_thread_size-82mm- Single filter set: freewellgear.com/magnetic-quick-swap-system/1152-2191-m2-magnetic-quick-swap-nd-filter.html?affp=55843#/dslr_thread_size-82mm/filter_type-cplDisclaimer around "sponsored" videos: Freewell sent the filter kit to me and I'm not certain whether they want it back. This is quite common with companies and YouTubers, but I have strict conditions for anyone who wants me to look at their gear like this: they can send me something to test/review and I'll provide feedback to them, but they have absolutely no input into what I say or do in my videos. I reject far more companies than I accept, and I only accept things I actually think people will find interesting.00:00 - Intro01:59 - Freewell M2 Magnetic Filters02:43 - Variable NDs03:42 - Back to the bay05:10 - Photos05:43 - NDs for video06:59 - Opinion on the Freewell filters08:32 - Summary11:47 - Outro
Is the Sigma fp L the Ideal Landscape Camera? Robert May 2024-08-10 | Sigma loaned me the fp L, a tiny 61 megapixel camera, to try out. So I took it to the Bannau Brycheiniog, which I think I'm somewhat mispronouncing repeatedly throughout this video (also neuadd). It turns out that hiking for hours in each direction means I forget things, and I didn't end up with any particularly interesting photos anyway, but I did at least take a good one the week before!Go check out Sigma's camera options: sigmauk.com/products/cameras00:00 - Intro01:09 - Portability for Landscapes02:13 - Popularity03:21 - Low ISO Capabilities05:38 - My best landscape photo so far: Cribyn at Sunrise06:06 - At the top of the mountain06:57 - Handling07:28 - Tripod use08:03 - Controls08:53 - EVF09:20 - Hotshoe09:46 - Lenses and the L-mount11:16 - Weather changes and a few last photos13:03 - Back to the office and conclusions15:32 - Ideas for the future18:38 - Custom modifications19:41 - Outro
Which is the better affordable L-mount 50mm? - Sigma 50mm f/2 DG DN vs Panasonic LUMIX 50mm f/1.8 Robert May 2024-07-26 | Sigma sent over their 50mm f/2 DG DN prime for L-Mount for me to test, so I decided to compare it to the Panasonic 50mm f/1.8 lens that I already own.This video was filmed on the Nikon Z6III, which caused me some problems; not only the issues covered in my last two videos, but the various AF and exposure oddities throughout this one 😅 This is also why it's somewhat cobbled together and missing a few sections - I'll be back to normal next time.All photos are out-of-camera JPEGs from the Sigma fp L.00:00 - Intro00:41 - Handling01:16 - Test camera01:45 - Example photos02:25 - Optical quality02:53 - More sharpness examples03:17 - Focus breathing03:55 - More photos04:24 - The Panasonic Sizing05:33 - Colour05:51 - Conclusion
Whats going on in the shadows in video on the Nikon Z6III? Robert May 2024-07-19 | My Z6III is back but I've run into another problem 😅 This time it's tied to dynamic range and noise performance in video. If you have any thoughts or suggestions of how to fix this, please let me know in the comments.Keep in mind that YouTube's compression clobbers some of the noise. It should be most obvious at 4K, and I've included a zoomed-in example to hopefully offset that. I did also try changing the noise reduction option on the HLG profile on the S5IIX, and it makes very little difference to its performance - it's better no matter where it's set.Check out @testcams follow-up with a much better look into the underlying problem: youtube.com/watch?v=gGn7OG3VW2I00:00 - Intro01:50 - The Noise and Flickering Problem06:20 - Outro
Nikon Z6III EVF Fault: The Curse has Returned Robert May 2024-07-06 | I was originally going to composite the old thumbnail into the video, but it turns out that's difficult and I'm lazy, so you're getting this poor effort instead 🙈Yes, the curse is apparently back. I think I'm up to a 50/50 ratio of working/broken cameras I've bought now, which is...something. This time it takes the form of a vertical line in the electronic viewfinder on the Z6III.00:00 - Cursed01:49 - The Z6III FaultLooking to buy a (hopefully working) Z6III and want to support this channel? Here's some affiliate links:- Adorama (USA): adorama.rfvk.net/5gV141- WEX Photo Video (UK): tidd.ly/4ckPZXgInterested in seeing more content from me? I'm working on ways to allow myself more time to dedicate to this channel going forward, and for that I've now enabled YouTube memberships. This is totally optional and you gain practically nothing from doing it, aside from losing 99p per month, but it is very much appreciated: youtube.com/channel/UCEmR8dd2uDsIDsB_tXUEUsQ/join. Of course, I appreciate everyone who subscribes to this channel no matter what anyway 😀
Nikon Z6 III Shoots 20 FPS RAW Seemingly Forever Robert May 2024-06-30 | Interestingly, this isn't because it has a large buffer, but rather the processor and card interface are particularly quick.#nikon #nikonz6iii #z6iii #photography #wildlife #camera #cameragear #cfexpress #angelbird #nikonz
Nikon Z6III + Atomos UltraSync Blue + Zoom F2-BT Robert May 2024-06-30 | The new Nikon Z6III has support for the Atomos UltraSync Blue for timecode syncing, and through that can use the Zoom F2-BT as a handy wireless lapel mic recorder without all the downsides associated with consumer wireless systems 🤩#nikon #nikonz6iii #z6iii #zoomf2bt #atomos #videography #cinematography #vloggingtips #vloggingcamera #youtubers #vlogging #camera #cameragear #photography
