Data updated: July 2026

MJ β
@michaelcarlos Β· Instagram Β· US Β· photography
About MJ
MJ, known as michaelcarlos on Instagram, is a lifestyle photographer based in the United States. With a follower count of 11,951, MJ operates within the micro influencer category. The creator shares content primarily focused on photography, complemented by vlogs and day-in-life narratives. MJ's posts often reflect an aesthetic and aspirational vibe, utilizing formats such as reels, static posts, and stories. Some content may require brand review.
@michaelcarlos's followers & following
@michaelcarlos currently has 11,951 followers on Instagram and follows 1,312 accounts, a follower-to-following ratio of 9.11. That places the account in the micro tier of photography creators.
@michaelcarlos's content
@michaelcarlos has published 429 posts to date, working across reels, static-posts, stories. The account's content is classified under photography, vlogs, day-in-life. Bio: βNewport Beach, CA β Create a life that you love γ + @michaelcarlosfilmβ
AI quality check on @michaelcarlos
Zaver's AI analyzed this account across 20+ parameters before listing it publicly. No blocking issues were detected in our standard screening.
- Audience location & demographics
- Engagement quality & authenticity
- Follower growth patterns
- Signs of purchased followers
- Content niche classification
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- Posting activity & consistency
- Language & audience fit
@michaelcarlos's rankings on Zaver
Based on follower count among creators that passed Zaver's indexing quality bar.
@michaelcarlos's audience
Audience snapshot
50% male Β· 50% female
Core age group25-34
The audience is primarily located in the US, with a gender skew of 50% male. The age demographic is predominantly between 25-34 years old, suggesting a young adult audience engaged with lifestyle and photography content.
Collaboration pricing
Price tierstandard
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MJ's content is well-suited for brands in the lifestyle and photography sectors. The creator's focus on aesthetic and storytelling makes collaborations with brands that emphasize visual appeal and personal narratives particularly effective.
Frequently asked questions
How many Instagram followers does @michaelcarlos have?
As of July 2026, @michaelcarlos has 11,951 followers (12K) on Instagram, follows 1,312 accounts, and has published 429 posts. Zaver refreshes these numbers on a rolling basis.
How do I contact @michaelcarlos?
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How much does @michaelcarlos charge for a sponsored post?
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What is @michaelcarlos's net worth?
@michaelcarlos's net worth isn't publicly verified, and Zaver doesn't estimate personal wealth. What can be assessed is sponsored-post earning potential: with 12K followers and a standard price tier in photography, brand collaborations are a meaningful income stream β Zaver's AI pricing model estimates what each placement is worth. See the earning-potential estimate β
Does @michaelcarlos have fake followers?
Zaver's AI authenticity check scores @michaelcarlos 90/100, based on 20+ signals including engagement quality, follower growth patterns and signs of purchased followers. That indicates a predominantly genuine audience. Run the full authenticity check β
Who follows @michaelcarlos?
@michaelcarlos's 12K followers skew 50% male / 50% female, core age group 25-34. Full audience breakdowns β age bands, gender split and country-level distribution β are part of @michaelcarlos's report on Zaver.
Which influencers are similar to @michaelcarlos?
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What is the follower count?
MJ has 11,951 followers.
What is the engagement rate?
The engagement rate is currently not available.
What is the collaboration pricing?
MJ falls into the standard price tier; however, pricing may vary based on specific collaboration details.
What is the content niche?
MJ's primary niche is photography, with secondary niches in vlogs and day-in-life content.
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