#Ask Photography

Offers a space to ask all sorts of questions about photography, from business to composition.

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At the same price, is the HD MKII IRND 1000 (10-stop) Neutral Density Filter from Hoya just as good as HD MKII IRND 64 (6-stop)?

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At the same price, is the HD MKII IRND 1000 (10-stop) Neutral Density Filter from Hoya just as good as HD MKII IRND 64 (6-stop)? Basically as the title says, anyone know if they are created equal? I’d like to get the 10 stop, but the fact it’s the same price as the 6 stop makes me think the 6 stop might be superior. submitted by /u/Localbearexpert

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Beginner camera help?

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Beginner camera help? I’m a complete beginner and looking to buy a camera to take photos with on a budget (up to £250 probably). I know this isn’t too much I don’t think but can I get a good one for that amount. If so can I get some recommendations since I’m not sure even where look maybe canon? or is it worth it to get a second hand one of eBay or something?? Answer…

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Photographers that let you inside their lives?

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Photographers that let you inside their lives? Hello. I started exploring the world of photography recently, I don’t know any of the jargon yet, I’m just a newbie asking for help. I’m really sorry if I offend anybody. I saw some of Masahisa Fukase works and from what I’ve seen, some of his stuff is considered questionable, however, I really liked the vibe that I got from some of them. It fel…

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An Updated Version of Polaroid Snap Camera?

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An Updated Version of Polaroid Snap Camera? So I own an old Polaroid Snap Camera with I believe Zink paper? I really like the texture of paper with no white border around the picture. Now I’m thinking about getting a new instant camera. I was thinking about getting Instax mini EVO, but I realized that I won’t enjoy the Instax films that’s I believe thinker than those Zink papers, and also…

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Sport Photography Lens?

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Sport Photography Lens? what’s the best canon RF lens for sports photography? that works for basketball as well as larger sports like football and soccer? Budget friendly lenses less than $1000CAD preferably lower. submitted by /u/ThickZookeepergame77

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I need a new laptop for editing what should I be looking for to future proof myself as much as possible?

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I need a new laptop for editing what should I be looking for to future proof myself as much as possible? I don’t currently nor do I plan on gaming or video editing but I still need something that can handle LR and PS way better than my current older MacBook Air handles attempting to edit 40mp captures from my Fujifilm. I’ve stopped using my laptop completely because I can do 75% of the editing on my phone just fine meanwhile my laptop takes so much…

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Good budget cameras under 400 pounds UK?

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Good budget cameras under 400 pounds UK? Requirements: Taking nice Friends & Family pictures at home Taking good Edinburgh street pics. Video taking for vlogging and reels. Photography enthusiasts through phone but would like to try cameras. I do have iPhone 12 Pro Max now. Should I go for DSLR or Compact cameras? submitted by /u/PakkaGlobal

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Do you prefer manual focus lenses? Why or why not?

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Do you prefer manual focus lenses? Why or why not? We know how great the AF of modern cameras and lenses but I know that a lot of photographers still prefer to shoot in MF. Also, popular brands like Zeiss still produce MF-only lenses nowadays that are more expensive than branded AF lenses. Meaning there’s still a market for it. I’m wondering why. submitted by /u/Friendly_Excitement7

Ask Photography 808 2024-12-27

Need help deciding, Nikon 70-180 f2.8 or Tamron 35-150 f2-2.8?

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Need help deciding, Nikon 70-180 f2.8 or Tamron 35-150 f2-2.8? I have been struggling to pull the trigger on my new lens. I currently shoot landscapes and portraits on a Z5. I have a F mount 24-70 f2.8 ED on an FTZ II adapter for landscapes. And for portraits, I have an 85mm prime. I have recently found that I am trying to get more zoom out of my 24-70. One specific time was when I was hiking and shooting w…

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Portfolio/social media protocol?

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Portfolio/social media protocol? Hello, I have been getting asked how I can be reached for inquiry on a session or my photography social media so I’m thinking it is time to get a little more serious about this and build something to share for potential clients. I’ve looked at other photographers’ websites and social media as inspiration but have a big question I don’t get mysel…

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Which portable Dye Sublimation printer choose?

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Which portable Dye Sublimation printer choose? Hi everyone, I wanted to buy a small dye sub printer just for fun. I will print photos only in special occasions or on holidays, that’s why I needed it the most portable but also the one with the most beautiful prints. Budget around 100€. I searched here in Reddit and in internet, and I think the most suitable ones are these: Polaroid Hi-Print …

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Tripods -is center stem really something I should avoid?

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Tripods -is center stem really something I should avoid? Hi all. Looking at this tripod and I read something by someone saying tripod with center stem will always have wobble. I want to use it for casual family photography and astro shots. Is this really a big issue? If it is, are there better alternatives anyone recommends? https://a.co/d/5uSnpXl submitted by /u/dannyryry

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Why is there a stigma around photographing people in public, but not filming?

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Why is there a stigma around photographing people in public, but not filming? Look up any thread around street photography and in the comments you will always find two types of responses, (1) those who feel it’s an invasion of privacy, and (2) those who quote the laws, GDPR, how in France and Germany it can land you in jail, etc. But search up can you film YouTube videos or TikToks in public, and nobody seems to bat an ey…

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How to deal with diffuser being too heavy?

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How to deal with diffuser being too heavy? Hey, I just got a Godox ML-CD15 diffuser and when I shoot vertically flash (Godox TT685 II) just falls over. Is there anything I can do to keep it upright or it’s just too heavy for that kind of flash? Thanks submitted by /u/Ornery_Awareness126

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Question about my settings for sharper pictures. I used f/2.8, 1/10sec and ISO-1000 with my sony ARIII camera and 24-70 f2.8 ART lens. I feel like a lot of my photos don`t come out sharp and i bought everything second handed but i feel like it`s more my settings than maybe the equipment?

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Question about my settings for sharper pictures. I used f/2.8, 1/10sec and ISO-1000 with my sony ARIII camera and 24-70 f2.8 ART lens. I feel like a lot of my photos don`t come out sharp and i bought everything second handed but i feel like it`s more my settings than maybe the equipment? submitted by /u/EquivalentSilver8074

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a-mount to l-mount autofocus adapter?

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a-mount to l-mount autofocus adapter? this is the first thing i post on reddit ever, so will do my best and i hope this is not a stupid question 😀 i’m looking for any help in finding a fitting adapter for my two cameras. i recently inherited the old analogue camera from my father. it’s a minolta dynax 600si classic, with it came three objectives, sigma, sonnar and tamron. i love wo…

Ask Photography 1.1k 2024-12-27

Not sure whether to just use phones or to buy a camera for outdoor vacation?

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Not sure whether to just use phones or to buy a camera for outdoor vacation? My wife and I are going on a major outdoor vacation in the summer, and will hopefully be taking lots of pictures. This includes probably a good deal of wildlife as well as landscapes. I was thinking that for this kind of trip a phone camera might not cut it, and it’s time to actually get a camera. Neither of us really have experience with this. …

Ask Photography 1.1k 2024-12-27