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Why I'm NOT getting the Nikon 100-400 S Lens
Over the last year I've not had a telephoto lens in my landscape photography setup. My long term plan had been to save up and get the Nikon 100-400 S f4.5-5.6 z mount lens to fill this void in my lens arsensal. However I've totally changed my mind and in this video I talk you through my thoughts on the Nikon 100-400 and why ultimately I feel there is far better value to be found elsewhere on the second hand DLSR f-mount lens market particularly for niche lens. Thanks for watching and take care!
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The Raw Beauty of Winter
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Another rare covering of thick winter snow covers the Isle of Man and naturally I couldn't resist the opportunity to head out into the hills of the island to capture these wonderful conditions. Join me for another landscape photography adventure as I navigate the deep snow and do my best to photograph the island's winter landscapes. Thanks for watching and see you again soon My full equipment l...
An INCREDIBLE day of Winter Photography
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Winter arrives when my home island the Isle of Man is blanketed in a beautiful covering of snow. Join me as I hike up in the hills of the island and visit a range of different locations to exploit these beautiful landscape photography conditions. Thanks for watching and take care. My full equipment list at the time of filming this video PHOTOGRAPHY FILTERS My Filter kit - kasefilters.com/kase-w...
How I Focus Stack my Landscape Photos
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In this video I break down my Focus Stacking technique to show you how it can improve the quality and shooting possibilities for landscape photography. It is by no means a silver bullet for landscape photographers, so I spend some time discussing the pros and cons to the technique. Thanks for watching and take care. My full equipment list at the time of filming this video PHOTOGRAPHY FILTERS My...
The Magic of Sunrise Photography
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I hike up into the hills of the Isle of Man to photograph a stunning sunrise over one of my favourite set of ruins on the entire island. It feels good to be back out vlogging my landscape photography again. Thanks for watching and take care. My full equipment list at the time of filming this video PHOTOGRAPHY FILTERS My Filter kit - kasefilters.com/kase-wolverin... CAMERA & LENSES Main Landscap...
NIKON 24-120 f4 S REVIEW - My New Favourite Lens!
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The Nikon Z 24-120 f4 S might just be my new favourite landscape photography lens. In this video I'm going to make the case why this brand new lens for the Nikon Z Mount is pretty close to perfect for those looking for a versatile, lightweight and optically stellar lens for landscape photography. If you own the Nikon Z 24-120mm F4 S lens yourself, I would be very interested to hear from you. Do...
What's in my Landscape Photography Bag for 2022?
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What's in my landscape photography bag 2022? I last did one of these videos over two years ago during the first UK lockdown, so my setup has changed quite significantly over that time plus I have had a major Ebay clearout of underused gear lately. Hopefully this video should be interesting and give some insights into my equipment. Thanks for watching and if you have not yet subscribed please sm...
Nikon 35mm 1.8 S Review - The Best Z Mount Astrophotography Lens?
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The Nikon 35mm 1.8 S Is in my opinion the best astrophotography lens available on the Nikon Mirrorless Z Mount currently. In this video I outline the case for why this lens is so strong for night time shooting and explore the reasons for why it is largely overlooked. Let me know your thoughts on the 35mm 1.8 S and whether you have any experience with it for astrophotography. As always thanks ve...
The BEST day of Landscape Photography I’ve EVER experienced!
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Every now and then we get those incredible landscape photography days where conditions align to deliver photography experiences that live long in the memory. The Isle of Man has recently experienced absolutely other worldly misty conditions which have enveloped the island and delivered extrodinary photography conditions. Join me from sunrise to sunset on one of the best landscape photography da...
How to Photograph the Aurora Borealis...in the UK!
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The Northern Lights or the Aurora Borealis is without doubt one of the greatest natural spectacles and is a bucket list item for many landscape photographers. There is a widespread misconception that you absolutely have to travel to places like Iceland, Norway or Canada to have any chance to see the Aurora Borealis but this just isn't true. In this video I share with you everything I've learned...
It's that magical time of year again! 🍂
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The weather has been absolutely shocking on the Isle of Man over recent weeks with near constant and relentless rainfall. One small silver lining to all this depressing rain is that the islands many rivers have been running much higher than normal and have looked particularly dramatic for us landscape photographers. In this video I explore a beautiful forested gorge to capture some autumnal riv...
I'M BACK! Where have I been?
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After a 5 month break away from UA-cam I'm back! In this video I show you some of the images I've captured while I've been away and also I explore one of my favourite corners of the Isle of Man in pursuit of my first Autumn images of the season. Thanks for watching and I'll see you all again soon hopefully :-) 👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇 PURCHASE MY EBOOK @ www.jamesbrew.com/product/photographers-guide-to-the-i...
Why I love Landscape Photography in the Rain?
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For most people rain is a good excuse to stay indoors and watch TV but rainy conditions really can be some of the very best for landscape photography particularly during the Spring and Summer seasons. In this video I explore a small section of woodland on the Isle of Man to showcase why I enjoy shooting in the rain and why I feel more landscape photography should consider embracing wet, damp an...
How to shoot Milky Way Panoramas?
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In this video I walk you through my approach and method for capturing Milky Way Panoramic photographs. These incredible astrophotography images can seem quite intimidating and difficult to capture but it doesn't have to be that way. In this comprehensive guide I hope to give you everything you need to go out and capture your own incredible Milky Way Panoramas. I don't cover the editing side of ...
365 Days Stranded on the Isle of Man...
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It's been 365 days since I last left the Isle of Man, my tiny home island in the middle of the Irish Sea. In this video I explore the impact of the last virus filled turd of a year on my lanscape photography and shine a spot light on why this turbulent period has allowed me to really come to adore my home island so much. I additionally reveal details about the conclusion of the biggest photogra...
Nikon Z7 / Z6 - BEST SETTINGS for Landscape Photography?
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Nikon Z7 / Z6 - BEST SETTINGS for Landscape Photography?
The Original NIKON Z6 - Why I've bought one in 2021?
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The Original NIKON Z6 - Why I've bought one in 2021?
An EPIC & FREEZING start to 2021!
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An EPIC & FREEZING start to 2021!
This is why WINTER is the BEST Landscape Photography season!
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This is why WINTER is the BEST Landscape Photography season!
NIKON 24-70 F4 S REVIEW - A Landscape Photography Beast!
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NIKON 24-70 F4 S REVIEW - A Landscape Photography Beast!
DON’T LOOK DOWN Landscape Photography!
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DON’T LOOK DOWN Landscape Photography!
My BEST shot of the year? Maybe...
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My BEST shot of the year? Maybe...
MY SIMPLE 4 FILTER SETUP | Kase Magnetic Filters
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MY SIMPLE 4 FILTER SETUP | Kase Magnetic Filters
Chasing that Perfect Autumnal Light 👌
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Chasing that Perfect Autumnal Light 👌
The Magic of Autumn Photography
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The Magic of Autumn Photography
A Simple but VITAL Skill To Master...
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A Simple but VITAL Skill To Master...
Embracing HIGH DYNAMIC RANGE for Epic Sunrise Shots
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Embracing HIGH DYNAMIC RANGE for Epic Sunrise Shots
Astrophotography with the 35mm Sigma 1.4 ART...WOW!!!
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Astrophotography with the 35mm Sigma 1.4 ART...WOW!!!
Why I use BACK BUTTON FOCUS for Landscape Photography?
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Why I use BACK BUTTON FOCUS for Landscape Photography?
INFRARED Landscape Photography | Why & How?
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INFRARED Landscape Photography | Why & How?

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @DodgeAstro
    @DodgeAstro 11 годин тому

    Great video and review on the Samyang 14mm f 2.8 lens. I recently came across your channel as i also purchased this lens for Astrophotography Milkyway images this works well with my cannon eos 6d camera which still preforms very well despite being twelve years old.

  • @andrewbilverstone2613
    @andrewbilverstone2613 День тому

    Number 4 I like the best

  • @MatsAcane
    @MatsAcane 2 дні тому

    maybe the newer Z 70-180 2.8 could be an option combined with the TC 1.4x or TC 2x.

  • @hardyboi1593
    @hardyboi1593 4 дні тому

    1:29 which app is that ??

  • @LennyCooke636
    @LennyCooke636 6 днів тому

    If you have to aggressively crop images, then it's time for some new lenses...

  • @JohnMoore-vh5ed
    @JohnMoore-vh5ed 9 днів тому

    I have just changed to the Kase magnetic filter system and I'm now finding that I'm more likely to use the filters because of the simplicity of fitting to the lens. Highly recommend this magnetic system.

  • @zijadzikedzehovic6206
    @zijadzikedzehovic6206 9 днів тому

    Can i do this without L-bracket, it is hard to find it for Olympus?

  • @shanthaw527
    @shanthaw527 16 днів тому

    Yes, D850 a super camera. I use two bodies for my wildlife photography mainly in Srilanka for Birds , Elephants, Sloth Bears and of course for for the lsland's leopard photography. One body with prime 400mm f 2.8 and other for all the zoom lenses takes stunning images. A super DSLR in every way . Good heavy duty camera matches with the lenses. 👍❤

  • @bogdanradac965
    @bogdanradac965 17 днів тому

    Another very put video!

  • @Life_Is_A...
    @Life_Is_A... 19 днів тому

    Are you OK man? You haven't published in a while.

  • @atl_mx5
    @atl_mx5 20 днів тому

    Just saw this video and its 5 years later, in your intro you said it would last you 5-6 years, are you still using this? I just got a used copy and really loving it.

  • @victoriangirl83
    @victoriangirl83 23 дні тому

    Ok but how did you do it 😂

  • @SteveMitchell-bt8ez
    @SteveMitchell-bt8ez 23 дні тому

    Great shot. How do you deal with the "movement" of the stars between so many shots?

  • @brutaltooth3900
    @brutaltooth3900 26 днів тому

    Good god, what a poster image, waiting for a most fitting inspipring comment below the image to tell us how beautiful life really is, well done on your staying power, it really paid off ^_^

  • @brutaltooth3900
    @brutaltooth3900 26 днів тому

    Really enjoyed that. You;re humble in your experience of IR but also got some amazing results. I'm new to this myself and everything you said made sense. Thank you ^_^

  • @saraventura1333
    @saraventura1333 26 днів тому

    The Camara along with your accent would make me an amazing photographer....😂

  • @andys.9526
    @andys.9526 29 днів тому

    Honestly, the "I cant afford it" argument is not something I find useful. If you say the lens has flaws or it does not fit your needs or you have found better options: yes, okay, get it. But just because of financial restrictions? Why not start making videos about why you are not getting the Bugatti Chiron, a private jet, that one private island etc. So I personally did not find this video helpful or useful in any way.

    • @helloyogeshpatel
      @helloyogeshpatel 26 днів тому

      Your argument is completely invalid the thing is Nikon 100 to 400 compared to tamron is way more expensive it's not many photographer cannot afford they can because they know what they are into it is just more expensive for what it is

  • @ROUGHROADPH
    @ROUGHROADPH 29 днів тому

    Both portrait and landscape images are as beautiful as each other. For my eye, the portrait favours. Thanks for sharing buddy.

  • @DjFotoFilm
    @DjFotoFilm Місяць тому

    I love James Brew's videos. I bought Nikon 24-120 f4, after I saw his video. He convinced me! Interesting. Now I have to buy the device. Z6iii when will it appear!

  • @steventhomas231
    @steventhomas231 Місяць тому

    The Tamron 70 - 300 would be a good option.

  • @AlexanderSogliero
    @AlexanderSogliero Місяць тому

    Like how you explained how us as photographers are compelled to get out in the world for the image capture. Very insightful and astute point!

  • @spokesdog9958
    @spokesdog9958 Місяць тому

    Just found your video. One of the best tutorials I have seen so far for this type of shot. Well done. As a Nikon Z9 shooter was interested in your lens choice and will look into the 20mm 1.8. Thank you

  • @Catzeyz
    @Catzeyz Місяць тому

    Thanks for such a great, easy to understand video!

  • @philipweir8318
    @philipweir8318 Місяць тому

    Really enjoyed your flog & honest review of this little but amazing lens.

  • @2003merc1
    @2003merc1 Місяць тому

    How many times did you say “absolutely”

  • @iamspdd
    @iamspdd Місяць тому

    I'm confused. Why are we focusing far away, then again zoomed up?

  • @thedarkslide
    @thedarkslide Місяць тому

    5:03 I was about to suggest just that. I use the EF version on my Z7 with the Fringer adapter and it works perfectly. The lens is great. What most people don't realize: at these long focal lengths in landscape photography, image sharpness is more or less a function of weather and atmospheric quality (dirt/dust, haze, heat reflections etc.) rather than the lens itself. I also use the EF 16-35 f4 L on my Z7. The one lens that is mostly glued to my Z7 is the Z 24-120, that is the reason I bought the Z7. Because I wanted to use that lens. My Z7 cost me around USD1,100 in excellent condition. What a steal that was.

  • @carlosernestoknoth1383
    @carlosernestoknoth1383 Місяць тому

    gracias

  • @alisaral3729
    @alisaral3729 Місяць тому

    14-24 is better...

  • @waraporndueanpeng5234
    @waraporndueanpeng5234 Місяць тому

    Sorry James.....why are you criticising and blaming tourists for getting in your shot.....? Its a public beach............... I can assure you 15 years ago when I was last there, zero tourists. Are you not the problem, via UA-cam and social media. Few places are now secret........ Having said that, I like what you have shot so far.......its good coverage.

  • @chuckmac3994
    @chuckmac3994 Місяць тому

    Great review, some really relevant information.

  • @easy56wedge
    @easy56wedge 2 місяці тому

    Subscribed! Can’t wait to try shooting a lighthouse. Nearest one is about 3 hours away…

  • @LL-pq7qc
    @LL-pq7qc 2 місяці тому

    I mean, I can clearly see cases of coma and astigmatism in the photos you are highlighting in this video. I dont think this lens is worth the price.

  • @sergioguerrero7750
    @sergioguerrero7750 2 місяці тому

    Great review!

  • @photozen8398
    @photozen8398 2 місяці тому

    Do you miss your d850?

  • @adamcraig1468
    @adamcraig1468 2 місяці тому

    as someone that lives near the Dark Hedges I miss the days when you could just drive along the road with noone else around. Its become so busy over the past 8 year or so

  • @ernieojeda
    @ernieojeda 2 місяці тому

    That's what I want to get it for but I'm still nervous. But lately I've been practicing more landscapes and I shoot everything. No less than F5. I've been doing like f7 to f11 but I think if I do get the F4 that'll be great to even shoot at that aperture. Right now I just use my 35 mm for landscapes. That's all I have with the 85 until I build up my lens collection again

  • @chazM6116
    @chazM6116 2 місяці тому

    how do you fit a hood with such large filters?

  • @bernym4047
    @bernym4047 2 місяці тому

    Good point about increasing response when shooting seascapes. Excellent video. Subscribed.

  • @Rob-nb6zi
    @Rob-nb6zi 2 місяці тому

    How long did you have to stand to get a crisp silhouette of yourself?

  • @joekelly9369
    @joekelly9369 2 місяці тому

    I use my old trusty d850s with nisi 150x170mm grads , you can under expose the sky by 3 -5 stops and lift the foreground in camera using nikon D lighting , great if you hate being stuck behind a laptop , when simple in camera tweeks are plenty

  • @joebass5
    @joebass5 2 місяці тому

    There is no “mark” nomenclature in Nikons naming convention

  • @jamesgerboc
    @jamesgerboc 2 місяці тому

    Good luck on the "faster glass" option. I bought the 28-300 for a D850 because my (2) f2.8 lenses are very heavy. Yes, they are sharp, but i can shapen the superzoom and not have back problems.

  • @dominikkulas3038
    @dominikkulas3038 2 місяці тому

    What camera did you use to film this video? It is a gorgeous image

  • @timelapsebylkunl72
    @timelapsebylkunl72 2 місяці тому

    Thank for a great tutorial.

  • @FOOKyourFEELINGS
    @FOOKyourFEELINGS 2 місяці тому

    I agree

  • @nicolai8920
    @nicolai8920 3 місяці тому

    Bad focus in low light???

  • @robinc-k7162
    @robinc-k7162 3 місяці тому

    have you used the Tamron 35mm f1.4 lens, adapted onto a Z camera? I have heard that the Tamron is outstanding at Astro.

  • @troispasdecote
    @troispasdecote 3 місяці тому

    I'm considering buying it with a Z5 for this summer.

  • @matrishva
    @matrishva 3 місяці тому

    Thank you...going in August this year....thus will help. Shall I carry 14-24 f/2.8 lens ? Ofcourse am taking 70-200