Camera Conspiracies
Camera Conspiracies is a one-of-a-kind YouTube channel, run by a creator known as Casey, who mixes technical camera analysis with unique satirical humor. Unlike traditional photography channels, Casey focuses primarily on videography and vlogging, analyzing the flaws and limitations of popular cameras (especially autofocus and color science) under the humorous premise that brands "conspire" to not release the perfect camera. His content is characterized by unconventional field testing, where he often walks trails while critiquing equipment performance in real time, often referring to himself as a "vlogging artist." With a direct and unpretentious style, Camera Conspiracies has managed to create a loyal community that values its brutal honesty and its ability to point out the shortcomings of the technological market, all while tirelessly searching for the camera that will finally allow it to stop making videos about cameras.
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What Happens When You Leave Your Camera System?
Published: Feb 25, 2026 · Duration: 12 min 35 sec · 22K views
Do you ever have that fear that you're in the wrong camera system? And you must hunt day and night to correct this mistake? Are you stuck in the never-ending trap of camera gear addiction, constantly dreaming of the perfect camera while regretting your current setup?
These Jabrones Can't Be Helped
Published: Feb 24, 2026 · Duration: 13 min 42 sec · 7.9K views
Fun little camera Q&A today, helpless gear Jabrones. Is Sony A7C II and the coming A7C III better than Sony's video line FX3 ZVE1 etc? How much reach is enough for wildlife?
Wildlife is FRUSTRATING so Try This
Published: Feb 22, 2026 · Duration: 7 min 2 sec · 5.5K views
Testing the Fuji XH2s in 6.2 open gate for wildlife with the Fujifilm 500mm f5.6 prime. Fuji needs firmwares bad for this thing. Testing the ultimate Fujifilm wildlife videography setup with the Fuji X-H2S paired with the massive Fujinon XF 500mm f5.6 R LM OIS WR telephoto prime.
Canon Sony and Nikon Disagree
Published: Feb 19, 2026 · Duration: 11 min 52 sec · 10K views
Canon has the polish, Sony the speed, Nikon the cinema. But none of them are perfect, or are even trying to make the perfect camera. When discussing whether the Nikon Z5 II or Canon R6 II takes the crown, it really comes down to your specific needs for high-performance mirrorless camera features like autofocus speed and low light performance.
Don't Buy a Vlogging Camera (Buy This Instead)
Published: Feb 18, 2026 · Duration: 14 min 17 sec · 18K views
What's the best vlogging camera? Today we discuss everything from action cams, pocket 3 pocket 4, mirrorless, phones and why it's all missing the point of vlogging. Stop over-complicating your setup and find the best vlogging camera that actually fits in your pocket.
Sony FX3 II Shows Sony's Future Playbook (And It's NOT Good!)
Published: Feb 17, 2026 · Duration: 10 min 21 sec · 21K views
Sony FX3II looks rather disappointing. They are going for higher megapixels. You already have a hybrid A7V line, and photo centric A7R V.
I Live in the TREES With BIRDS
Published: Feb 15, 2026 · Duration: 10 min 15 sec · 8.4K views
The ultimate wildlife, eye level with the birds. Living amongst them in the trees from my tree house (balcony). Capture breathtaking wildlife photography using the Fuji XH2s and the powerful Fujifilm 500mm f5.6 telephoto lens.
My Existential Camera Crisis
Published: Feb 13, 2026 · Duration: 10 min 34 sec · 16K views
I made sure I had the perfect cameras before coming to a small town because I knew there would be nothing used for sale here. Dive into my deep-seated existential camera crisis as I recount my desperate quest for the perfect camera. I battled crippling gear acquisition syndrome (GAS) before moving to a remote area, knowing there would be no used camera deals or local cheap photography gear.
I Moved Down South: The Wildlife is INSANE (Fuji 500mm f5.6)
Published: Feb 12, 2026 · Duration: 11 min 35 sec · 11K views
Moved down to tropical Canada in Southern Ontario, Kingsville. I'm already seeing new species I've never seen before, and the abundance of wildlife in the city is insane, especially for winter. Using the Fuji XH2s with Fujifilm 500mm f5.6 telephoto lens.
Neewer HB80C vs God
Published: Feb 11, 2026 · Duration: 7 min 25 sec · 4.6K views
This is my new favourite light, the Neewer HB80C. Almost as good as God's light. Has a built in battery so very portable, silent, RGB and regular kelvin range.
Viltrox 50mm f1.4 Pro Doesn't Make Sense on NIKON But...
Published: Feb 10, 2026 · Duration: 8 min 24 sec · 8.5K views
Viltrox 50mm f1.4 pro lens is an amazing lens, I'm just not sure it makes much sense on Nikon. On Sony, it's pretty much on par with the GMaster 50mm f1.4 for cheaper. But Nikon has a fantastic 50mm f1.4 that is cheaper and lighter than this.
The Cameras I SHOULDN'T Have Sold and WHY
Published: Feb 8, 2026 · Duration: 13 min · 15K views
Over the past 6 years or so, I've tried pretty much every camera from every brand. What are the ones I miss the most? Does Canon have any gems I would buy back today?
Dear Canon... What Was That?
Published: Feb 6, 2026 · Duration: 8 min 58 sec · 16K views
Canon just released a bunch of weird things as usual, super expensive and impractical lenses. 14mm f1.4 for astrophotography, a 7-14mm f2.8-3.5 circular fisheye to regular fisheye zoom, and a G7X III with no improvements whatsoever for way more money. This is why I feel comfortable in my decision to leave Canon.
What a Hollywood Designed Bedroom Looks Like
Published: Feb 5, 2026 · Duration: 10 min 1 sec · 6.8K views
What if you asked Hollywood to design your bedroom studio? I'm pretty sure it would look like this. Want the ultimate bedroom setup?
If Blackmagic Does This... It's Over
Published: Feb 3, 2026 · Duration: 11 min 56 sec · 19K views
Blackmagic has silently added reliable phase detect autofocus to their cinema 6k full frame camera. They have a more cinematic look than mirrorless cameras like the Sony FX3 and even NikoN ZR. If they add a couple features, we might see a mass mirrorless exodus to the cinema lands.
Fuji 500mm f5.6: The Wildlife Pinnacle or Flawed Lens?
Published: Feb 1, 2026 · Duration: 10 min 4 sec · 9.3K views
Is the Fujifilm 500mm f5.6 telephoto lens the pinnacle for wildlife? Or does it have some deal breaking flaws? Are you better off just getting either then 100-400mm f4.5 or 150-600mm f5.6-8.
Micro Four Thirds Didn't Die, They Just...
Published: Jan 30, 2026 · Duration: 15 min 42 sec · 20K views
Tony Northrup said it was dying. Is the Micro Four Thirds system finally on its last legs? THE SLOW DEATH OF MFT is a reality we need to talk about.
Nikon ZR is 4 Cameras in 1: Hear Me Out
Published: Jan 28, 2026 · Duration: 11 min 18 sec · 16K views
Forget what you think you know about compact cameras. The Nikon ZR isn't just an action cam—it’s a cinema rig in a tiny body. We put the Nikon ZR through the wringer to figure out how they packed a RED Raw codec into something this small and why its GoPro stabilization mode is so ridiculously good.
Just Use Your Phone... UNLESS!
Published: Jan 27, 2026 · Duration: 13 min 56 sec · 11K views
The modern smartphone camera has gotten insanely good, but is it cinematic? 🤔 Every year, the new Galaxy S26 Ultra, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and Pixel 10 Pro claim to close the gap with traditional cameras. They offer 8K video and computational photo miracles, but when you put the footage side-by-side, it often lacks the natural depth and texture that defines a truly cinematic look.
