How did you know when it was time to upgrade your first camera? I see a lot of advice saying that you should shoot on your first camera until you’re ready to upgrade rather than just buy really expensive gear. So when did you know it was time to get something more expensive than what you had? submitted by /u/Shermzilla

What mirrorless camera should I invest in? So l’m thinking to go fully Nikon mirrorless and sell my Sony or leave Nikon altogether and stick with Sony. I hear both systems have great lenses and great camera options. I have a Nikon F3 w/ a 40mm F2 Voightlander and a Sony a/c with a prime 55mm and Sigma 24-70. I’m looking to up my game when it comes to shooting events and wedding possibly….

Is the flash of my p&s camera dead? I think it’s pretty obvious once you have the context, but I just want to make sure of it. I bought the camera from the picture (Vivitar EF35 from the 80s, perhaps 1982), knowing very little about it, except that it was a 35mm vivitar point and shoot. Came home, decided to try some batteries on it to test the flash, and after 10 seconds approxi…

Whats the best crappy digital camera? Hi! I’m pretty new to photography and all I know about it is what my dad taught me (he really really likes photography) and I’m in the market for a really bad quality cheap digital camera. I’m looking for those super grainy, hazy looking photos — kinda like how they would look back in the 2000’s. Really, I’m mostly looking for something to take…

Digital Camera with Film Simulation Recommendations? As the title suggests, I’m looking for a digital camera with film simulation, which probably would be a fujifilm camera. It doesn’t necessarily have to be a compact camera but would preferably be one. I don’t know much about cameras but just want something that would take really nice pictures, as in pictures that I can’t get with my iPhone 14. I…

What’s your preferred camera bag brand? Especially for those who travel a lot. I’m looking for a bag which can carry 3 lenses plus body submitted by /u/sumimigaquatchi

If I use a camera instead of my phone, will I have better photos? I want to start photography as a hobby and I’m wondering if having a camera matters in the beginning? I mean, I always can use my phone, can’t I? submitted by /u/Minarctic

Calumet Monopole – how to remove from camera? Hi guys, We have bought a Calumet Monopole. We’ve screwed it into the base of our camera but it now won’t unscrew.We forcefully removed it from the first battery base that we used which broke the base but we assumed that the battery base was broken. We have now tried it again with another base with the same result. Can anyone help? Thanks su…

Old Camera, Help? I own an Agfa box camera but I cannot find the model nor think there is amything to help me with as I would want to replace my glass on it yet it is foggy. The film it takes is B2 6x9cm, can anyone help? submitted by /u/Retro1945

Looking for camera bag recommendations for very small frame woman? Hi Need suggestions for camera bag for everyday hikes and walks that fits canon eos r5 with 20-300 lens. Tried Peak Designs 6l and Wandrd 6L but they are too bulky for my small frame. For reference I’m 5’4″ 95 lbs need something light but functional. Open to all styles of bags. Hoping someone might know of good bag that can sit comfortably again…

What type of camera is used for this creator’s videos? Theres like a slight haze almost like a sports arena camera, and I really love the subtle look of it, it seems like vhs but super good quality. (apologies for the content) submitted by /u/odstayicy

First Camera advice. R50 vs ZV-E10 vs G95D? Total noob here. Looking for a camera mainly for 2 things Taking travel pictures (mostly nature/outdoors) Recording drum covers (video with fast moving hands) My budget is $700 and and it seems like the canon R50 is the best choice so far. I was also looking into the Sony ZV-E10 and LUMIX G95D. The reason I’m leaning towards the R50 is becau…

Which camera from Sony’s Mirrorless Lineup is perfect for me ? Someone please help me out with Sony’s mirrorless lineup, namely the α series. It’s so extensive and confusing and different names for the same products. Which is the perfect camera for me ? I’ve been using Nikon D5300 and would like to switch to mirrorless. I want a balance between stills and videos (but I’ll use it more for videography). I wo…

Beginner manual camera? I’m an amateur recreational photographer and would like to own a manual camera. However, I’d like one not much more than $200 because I’ll only use it occasionally for fun. I’m having trouble finding a cheap camera with fully manual focus, any suggestions for brands or products? submitted by /u/FoxFeathers_

Camera Recommendations? What kind of camera can I achieve this type of look? I want more of a grunge/ dream core vibe to my photos? I need camera recommendations? Please help me. submitted by /u/Neither_Captain_4408

Recs for Travel Camera? Hi there! I am looking to upgrade my travel camera and am pretty overwhelmed at the options out there! My current camera is a Fujifilm X-M1 that I bought new nearly 10 years ago. I bought it with the 16-50mm kit lens and have used it exclusively since it met most of my needs at the time. This camera has served me well all over the world, through…

What would be a good camera for under $500? I am a beginner when it comes to cameras and I plan to use the camera for nature photography like lakes, fishing, mushrooms and the occasional low lighting scenery like concerts. I want something that’s not too bulky. I plan on taking a college photography class so advanced settings might be ok. submitted by /u/Ok_Seaworthiness_267

Please Help!!! EMERGENCY!! How Do I Restart This Camera?? My sister and I are trying to rescue old photos from our father’s digital camera. We discovered this error message and we are terrified that our childhood family photos are gone forever. We’re hoping to make a collage of photos for Father’s Day. Is there any way to recover the photos? Does anyone know how we restart this camera?! submitted b…

Can I take a photo like this on a phone, or would I have to but a professional camera? Hello, I was just wondering how I would take photos like these. submitted by /u/HelpfulHedgehog8954

What camera is this? Been searching for over a month submitted by /u/Damgefucker