@nb7524
Hey Thomas, no matter how many views this video gets, your Svalbard video is absolutely stunning! I know that description is no longer used, but it’s appropriate for the gorgeous photography, voiceover, video, storytelling and editing work that you did. I am really glad that you had the Nikon Z8 with you to allow you to capture everything you wanted to do without any possible hinderance. I say this without any degrading of the Nikon Z7II, it remains a wonderful camera.
@raymondludlow5970
You have to be my favourite YouTuber as you talk about the journey and your enjoyment doing photography - thank you ❤
@cliftonwhittaker260
A couple of things, Thomas, both good: 1) I watched your Svalbard video and was really impressed with the quality of the photography and the film editing. I had to remind myself that I wasn't watching a NatGeo production. I plan to watch and enjoy it several more times. 2) I'm really glad to get your user experience with the Nikon Z8. That means so much more to me than listening to some techno head talking about individual features so quickly that I can't even comprehend what they are saying much less if they would benefit me. After your review of your experience with it I'm much more likely to buy one now. Hope you have a great deal of success with your video productions in the future and I will still be looking forward to your Wednesday posts.
@ThePinoyAggie
Yep, I agree with you. Once I got the chance to get to know my Z8, I rarely use my Z7ii. I converted my Z6ii to full-spectrum for Astro and IR imagery. The Z7ii, is now just a backup. The Z8 as the all-rounder. Finally, the Z we've been waiting for.
@DaveBerthiaume
I love my Z7 II for landscapes. The only 2 features of the Z8 that interest me are the sensor cover and the articulated screen, but they don't justify the much higher price point IMHO, and neither is going to provide better image quality. I also give the Z7 II major points for size and weight, which is VERY important to me. Will be sticking with the Z7 II for the foreseeable future.
@ERNReed
Mr Heaton: Really enjoyed the Svalbard video last week. Great work! And, not “but” — absolutely not “but” — AND, I also enjoyed this video, because your “friendly chat” videos are just so much fun to watch as well. You do both kinds of video very well, sir. Thank you for the lovely work you do. Keep ‘em all coming!
@scotty4418
Last week was one of the best you’ve done Thomas so I’m not surprised to hear you’ve changed your opinion, as the images were simply stunning and knew when you got some decent hands on time you would start get the results you were hoping for
@waterproofpiano
The Svalbard video is fantastic, thank you. More important than the view count is your own enjoyment of those trips.
@TheJoshuaPeg
A good photography podcast is very much needed. I would love to regularly listen to one! It might be one of those things you'll regret not doing if you haven't at least tried 😁 I've been looking at how I could potentially start one myself, although I'm sure with your following, you'd have a much better ramp for building a podcast audience Tom 👍
@timwhiteastro
Nice video Thomas! The main plus of the Z8 (not for everyone, but generally speaking) is the stacked sensor, and it's a huge benefit for wildlife/action/sports. Nice to see Nikon steadily getting back in the game in many respects.
@terrygoyan
The Svalbard video was epic Thomas. I did notice you were using the Z-8! Also noticed that you have become a nature photographer! You combine the best of both now. I thought you might appreciate the autofocus of the Z-8 for wild life. Your video’s rock. Thanks Thomas!
@chrismiller4863
Thomas, you are one of my favorite stops on YouTube and it is because of your on location videos where you talk about how you approach the scene. Keep up the great work!
@StidyoFenwa
I don’t know if my opinion matters because I’m not a photographer, I have been following you since I was about 15. Please keep going regardless of the direction you want to go in. I will watch it 🙌🏾
@chromaticvisuelle
Still rocking a Z6. Very impressed with it, I can't imagine how good is the Z8!
@andybaldwinphoto
Thomas, even your gear reviews are exceptional. Just how it worked for you and your opinion of the camera. Done without putting down other cameras, or having a "sniff test".
@jonstout7635
I did watch the last video on THE day it came out. It was great. It took me four years to get a Z7. It will be four more years before I can afford a Z8 or a Z9. All great cameras.
@jamidavis8043
I wasn't able to watch your Svalbard video right away because of its length, and I knew I wanted to enjoy it without interruptions. When I finally was able to watch it, I was blown away. The video is amazing.
@ronboe6325
I was one of the commenters that agreed with your decision to not get the Z8. But after owning the Z8 myself, the little sucker tends to weasels its' self into your entire work flow. Gah! You said it well, nothing really over whelming, just a bunch of little things (since I was looking for a lighter Z9 - one big thing: mass) that makes it a stand out camera.
@YounanPhoto
Hi Thomas. Long time subscriber here. Just want to say that you often mention in your gear videos that you don’t care about gear and you don’t think it should be talked about. But now more than 50% of the videos you upload are gear focused. Just dropping you a reminder that we all enjoy your other type of content. And me personally I have switched off from watching any gear related videos in the future. This is probably going to get drowned in the sea of comments but maybe you see it. All the best.
@robcd7112