Camera suggestions for budget of ~$1300 weather sealed travel/wildlife camera (and eventually safari)? Hello, I’ve been interested in getting into photography for a while as I find myself frustrated by the quality of photos from my phone when travelling and photography has always interested me. I’m also in the planning stages for a 9 day camping trip to the Okavango Delta in Botswana in mid 2026 which has given me the push to purchase a camera in…

Low budget lightning setup for professional portrait and product photography? Context I’m gearing up to start a, most likely doomed already, business, but getting some coin and a story is better than neither right now, so let’s give this a good try. It’d be websites for small businesses, not a great market right now, but I’d have vertical integration with the photography side of the business: my own self, so at least that…

Seeking surgery financial advice on a tight budget I have a necessary and complex surgery scheduled for September 2025. To undergo this procedure, I need to travel from the Southwest U.S. to New York to see a specialist. Unfortunately, there’s no cheaper alternative; this is the best option available. The surgery and hospital stay should be mostly covered by my insurance (with a copay), but I’m …

Best Budget Camera for Dog Photography? My sweet neighbor is unemployed and loves taking pics of dogs. I want to help her start a dog photography business. I know NOTHING about photography. Is there a used pro camera that I can get her for around $100? Google results are overwhelming. Thanks in advance. submitted by /u/Throwawayzzzmdw

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Suggestions for budget camera & lense(s) for wildlife & night photography? Hi all, please bear with me here with my post.. I’ve just finished writing it and realised how long it is and I’m terribly sorry. I know it’s probably way more information than really necessary but unfortunately I am one of those people who is absolutely riddled with ADHD and to make matters worse photography is something that really excites me …

There’s a new contender for budget smartwatch king The Amazfit Active 2 may only be $100–$130, but it’s a good-lookin’ budget watch.Amazfit may not be a household name, but it’s been crushing it in the budget smartwatch space for a long time. And at CES 2025, the company is trying to outdo itself with the $99 Amazfit Active 2. I was a big fan of the company’s GTR 4 watch — it wasn’t a looker, bu…

Best budget setup for macro Lego photography? Hello, I’m toying with doing Lego stop motion photography. Right now I’m using an action cam but it’s inability to focus close is making the end product much lower quality than I was hoping, as I have to crop in really close and the images are not clear and have quite a bit of artifacting. I’m recognizing now that a more traditional camera woul…

LPT consider buying used, high-end instead of the budget alternative This applies for many things: clothes, electronics, appliances, sports equipment. Instead of buying the cheaply-made stuff from the store, look for the well-built stuff in a used market like eBay, Marketplace, Craigslist, or even within store websites themselves. You may get a discount from open-box or refurbished as well, which I’ve had a ton o…

What budget friendly mirrorless camera should a beginner buy? Hi, I am a beginner in the camera world, looking to buy my first gear. I researched and asked around a lot, and got into confusion on which company camera should I buy. After sorting I got some cameras narrowed down- Sony A6400 (18-135mm), Canon EOS R50 (Dual lens kit) and Fujifilm X-T30. These all come under my budget range that is of 95000INR …

LPT: Save time on holiday shopping by setting a budget for each person Holiday shopping can be stressful, especially when you’re not sure how much to spend on each person. Before you start shopping, set a budget for every gift recipient and stick to it. This keeps you organized and ensures you don’t overspend. It also helps you prioritize gifts for people who matter most. submitted by /u/DaisyMorgan48

Limited advertising budget, where to assign it? Hi all, I’ve just started a food supplements brand and I have a limited budget for digital advertising, therefore I don’t want to dilute it on multiple platforms. My aim is to capture email leads and hopefully some brand exposure that bring return in the short term. I’m talking about 30€ a day tops, (I know, not much) and for a limited time …

What is a good budget laptop to edit my photos in Lightroom? submitted by /u/Nourdoking

Help Picking Camera For Me – Autofocus Film for Landscapes $2k budget? Hello, as the title says I’m looking for a film camera and lens to primarily shoot landscapes (though occasionally portraits/street). I have an intro to intermediate understanding of cameras and have often relied upon film point and shoots but am looking for better quality camera and photos. Rough budget is $2k including camera and a lens (as ne…

8 Month Trip Budget Hello, I am planning a trip for about 8 months; about 2 months in Europe and 5 months in Asia. I will not have an income at this time and I’d like to keep my budget under 20k USD. There will likely be several adjustments to my loose itinerary, but looking to spend approximately the following amount of time in each area: Europe (mostly between U…

Budget, Compact Set up? Hey! Looking for a fairly budget, compact set up to bring around with me day to day, that can do lots of different things at a fairly good level ! I do a lot of gig photography, portrait work, club nights requiring flash etc… Currently, looking at : Lumix GX1 + 17mm Lumix GX7 + 17mm Canon M50 + 22mm Any thoughts on these options, or other sugges…

Good camera on a budget for concerts? Looking for a good budget point and shoot camera that can also be used at concerts and hangouts. Nothing crazy. submitted by /u/Difficult-Produce-95

How Identifying Your Money Values Can Help You Budget Better Budgeting is about so much more than dollars and cents.

Please can someone help me find a budget and portable camera? (sub £100) I have no real experience in photography and would like to purchase something easy to use. I’m open to both film and digital cameras and happy to buy new or second hand. I’m hoping for someone to point me in the right direction for where I should start. Many thanks in advance! submitted by /u/Key_Statistician_308

LPT: Add a “miscellaneous” line to your budget for unexpected small expenses. Unexpected costs (like last-minute gifts or small repairs) often throw off budgets. A 5-10% “miscellaneous” line prevents you from dipping into savings for these small surprises. submitted by /u/SophiaCole29