Should I prioritize high-quality lenses or a top-tier camera body? I’m about to upgrade to a full-frame camera (non-negotiable!), and I’m stuck deciding how to balance my $3500 budget. Here’s the dilemma: Option 1: Get a pre-owned body (Nikon Z7, Sony A7 III, or Canon 1DX II – all priced similarly, and in decent condition at $1150) and use the rest of the budget for high-quality lenses. I’m limited to these t…

What kind of microphone can I use with Canon EOS R8? I just bought a Canon EOS R8 to record talking head videos that I’m making. I bought a Blue Yeti microphone and when I tried to connect it to the camera via 3.5mm cable, it wouldn’t record sound. Am I doing something wrong? Is there something that is preventing the microphone from working with it? I tried a couple of different cables so I don’t …

Should I buy a used camera with shutter speed of 12,000? Is buying a used camera with the shutter count of 12,000 good enough? But I might just get an open box Sony A6100 for $600 submitted by /u/NoMinimum476

As a Street Photographer, do you do “continuous” shooting mode most of the time to capture great scenes? Will it help to shoot street scenes in multiple shots per second? submitted by /u/Friendly_Excitement7

Tamron 17-50mm f2.8 vc? I already took the leap and bought it but was hoping someone had experience that could clarify things. I just purchased an (open box) Tamron 17-50mm f2.8 VC lens on eBay for $155. The f2.8 constant maximum aperture sold me. I have seen mixed reviews. Some praise it and some say it is very soft. I got it to replace the 18-55mm f3.5 kit lens I got…

Any recommendations for an affordable EF fast wide lens for a canon eos 5D? I just bought my first camera and I wanted to capture wide shots but I’m not sure what would be the best for me. I am more so a beginner in photography so what would be a good starter lens that is worth the price ? I bought the canon eos 5D original 2005 model and the employee advise that it only takes EF model lenses. my budget for lens is und…

best ways to illuminate water while minimising light reflections? for example, trying to take a closeup picture of a frog in a creek at night, or macro shots of bugs on waters surface right now ive got a macro ring flash and normal flash + “guitar pic” diffuser id imagine a polarizing filter would help alot submitted by /u/stalechocmuffin

Galapagos gear recommendation? Do I need 150-600? Heading to Galapagos next spring on a high school trip (not technically a school event, but run by a teacher). I’m going with my kid, but have no “official” chaperone duties, so I should have reasonable time to photograph, but I won’t be able to do extended shoots, will have to keep up with the tour. I’m relatively sure of my basic gear: * Sony …

How is this particular style achieved? And does it have a name? I’m not even sure how I would describe it so I hope the photos help illustrate my point. This kind of soft low-contrast look I guess. Is it mostly in post or how the lighting is set up? Some are digital some are film, I’ll be using film if that matters. submitted by /u/BenAndBoujee

Fun easy camera for video and photos? Hi! I have done quite a bit of research on the Canon rebel T7 and the EOS R100. I thought I made up my mind and was going to buy the EOS R100 but then came across another Reddit post that pretty much said the R100 is not great and to get the T7 or the R50. I have held and “played” with both cameras as much as I can in Best Buy but not sure I rea…

What to buy with £500 for my Zfc? I just got the Nikon Zfc, and am pretty new to photography, previously only using an old Sony A5000, taking photos by just messing about with the settings. Wondering what I should buy for my camera with the £500 gift I also got to spend on it. I have the 16-50 VR kit. Any accessories, cheap/3rd party lenses, books or guides or anything else that…

Any good alternatives to Lightroom yet? I love Lightroom but hate subscriptions. Any good workflow tools? I like Lightroom for organization and light touch ups. I honestly don’t use photoshop or other programs yet. submitted by /u/bahahaha2001

Canon Selphy CP1500 app? So, I’ve bought two printers now, both in the mail. Neither really what I want. I was looking for a fun Photobooth idea for a party, but everything either prints too small for too big- 4×6” feels cumbersome to carry around versed and nice Polaroid sized picture. My question: The Selphy app in all the videos seems to have loads of options to allo…

Any luck with ads for selling prints? I have a google form where clients fill out to order my prints. Most social medias require an actual website rather than a form to create Ads on their website. Anyone have any success with prints ads? And which websites? submitted by /u/Shahinscape

Total Noob, looking for advice on what to buy under 800usd? Hey guys, i’m a total noob and would love to find out on affordable compact camera’s to buy! Anything below 800USD is great. Heard a lot about the RX100 VII, Fuji XM5 but with loads of information I sincerely want something thats easy to slide in your pocket, hassle free to transfer to the phone. Please help me out, i have 0 clue 🤕🤕🤕 submitt…

Beginner friendly digital camera under €300, any recs? I want to get into photography as I used to love it as a kid. However I do not know whether I will use the camera much so I would like to start somewhat cheap and hassle free. Therefore I’m looking into a digital camera, preferably compact. Budget up to €300. I prefer new cameras over used ones as I do not know much about possible breaks and st…

Lens recommendation for Fuji X-A5, help? I want to upgrade the body, but because I only use the lens kit, I haven’t used my X-A5 to its full potential. I use it for travel and daily photography, so any recommendations would be highly appreciated! submitted by /u/chelzld

How might someone recreate this photo? I want to start doing photography in this style, what affordable cameras, lens and etc should I use? I currently have a Canon eos 5D classic, could I use this camera to replicate something similar? submitted by /u/AccomplishedTry4507

Need advice: Upgrading from MacBook Pro for professional photo/video editing to? I’m a professional photographer (1.5 years in business) looking to upgrade from my MacBook Pro 2020 (8GB RAM) to a desktop setup. Current setup is falling short – apps keep crashing, and the 13″ screen feels too small. I use Lightroom and Photoshop, and want to expand into videography. I’ll keep using my MacBook Pro when traveling/on location, b…

What’s a good budget smartphone for photography? My budget is under £300 submitted by /u/Few-Brief-1450