The response my Canon 70D vs Nikon D7100 Epic Shootout has been positive and I have been flooded with various questions and requests for more of these types of videos. I do not think it is possible to do more than a handful of them a year because they take so much time. The Epic Shootouts take typically 3-4 full weeks, and sometimes I really question if they are worth doing. It is so tempting to simply read spec sheets between the 2 cameras, throw out some numbers, opinions without experience or data and really do it all in one day, but YouTube is already flooded with these kinds of videos. What I am trying to do is give a completely different camera comparison experience.
I’m learning more about the process, and slowly improving what I do, and I hope I can get to the point where it is only taking me a week or so…not sure if that is possible.
I have some other Youtubers who when they found out these videos are 30-40 minutes in length, told me I was crazy, that I should break it up into teeny tiny chunks and post them as “parts”. I disagreed.
Youtube is essentially a way to own your own TV channel…think about that.
I look at the Epic Shootouts as an exercise in being patient, methodical, and an opportunity to do the very best job I possibly can and hopefully this will carry over into everything else I do. I want to be the best me I can be, and that takes a daily effort. My next Epic Shootout should be ready next week.
Here is one of the images from the new video: Canon T5i f3.5, 1/160, ISO 400, No Flash, Minor Editing
Thankful to my friend Jen who was able to step in and help out with the modeling!
Hi Michael, the previous epic-shoot-out video I’ve seen was phenomenal, and gave surprising new insights through real-world usage of the two cameras. This was valuable info which wasn’t available anywhere else. Spec comparison videos on the other hand are just –. Thanks for your effort there are many who truly benefit from your insights. I hope your Youtube channel goes from strength to strength. Best regards, Omesh
"Youtube is essentially a way to own your own TV channel…think about that."
I couldn’t agree more. I find myself turning to youtube before I flip on the tv.