Upgrading
Jul 15, 2017 09:32:32 #
gvarner
Loc: Central Oregon Coast
Sometimes I think of upgrading my camera so I can take better pictures with the latest technology and doing the same with my computer and software for post processing. But seriously, has anyone found a firmware update for artistic vision and creativity? Until then, I'll just stick with what I have. Your thoughts?
Jul 15, 2017 09:38:32 #
gvarner wrote:
Sometimes I think of upgrading my camera so I can take better pictures with the latest technology and doing the same with my computer and software for post processing. But seriously, has anyone found a firmware update for artistic vision and creativity? Until then, I'll just stick with what I have. Your thoughts?
Don't have a GAS attack..Gear Acquisition Syndrome. Stick with what you got and fine tune as you learn. My bill is in the mail. It is NOT the camera, but the person behind it. An old Ansel Adams saying.
Jul 15, 2017 09:42:21 #
gvarner wrote:
Sometimes I think of upgrading my camera so I can take better pictures with the latest technology and doing the same with my computer and software for post processing. But seriously, has anyone found a firmware update for artistic vision and creativity? Until then, I'll just stick with what I have. Your thoughts?
My philosophy is that the only time it's useful to upgrade your camera is: a) it's broken and getting it repaired cost more than the camera is worth; and b) When it's not capable of doing what you want it to do. Artistic vision and creativity are a function of the photographer, not the equipment.
Jul 15, 2017 09:51:59 #
jackpinoh
Loc: Kettering, OH 45419
gvarner wrote:
Sometimes I think of upgrading my camera so I can take better pictures with the latest technology and doing the same with my computer and software for post processing. But seriously, has anyone found a firmware update for artistic vision and creativity? Until then, I'll just stick with what I have. Your thoughts?
You have been touched by wisdom. The camera you use is the least important factor in taking better pictures. The most important factors are your understanding of composition and light, your vision and creativity, and your ability to improve the image in post processing. You will get more bang for your buck if you spend it on education and practice.
Jul 15, 2017 09:59:58 #
PixelStan77 wrote:
Don't have a GAS attack..Gear Acquisition Syndrome. Stick with what you got and fine tune as you learn. My bill is in the mail. It is NOT the camera, but the person behind it. An old Ansel Adams saying.
And Ansel Adams spent more time in the darkroom than he did behind the camera. These days, with the quality of editing software available today, one can spend even MORE time in the field!
Jul 15, 2017 10:09:19 #
PixelStan77 hid the nail right on the head. I have seen enough crappy pictures ( not talking about subjects ) taken with top notch cameras. Take a pill to get over the GAS attack. Have a great weekend and keep your finger on the release.
WJH
WJH
Jul 15, 2017 10:23:14 #
Bag that...life is too short. If you have the means ($$$) and want to upgrade your gear, by all means do it. Don't let us tell you not to. The d7000 is still an ok camera, but there's been a lot of new camera technology since it was released in 2010.
Jul 15, 2017 10:24:29 #
Cdouthitt wrote:
Bag that...life is too short. If you have the means ($$$) and want to upgrade your gear, by all means do it. Don't let us tell you not to. The d7000 is still an ok camera, but there's been a lot of new camera technology since it was released in 2010.
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Jul 15, 2017 10:40:43 #
Jul 15, 2017 10:46:14 #
I'm keeping my T1i until it breaks or I win the lottery...
Jul 15, 2017 10:51:27 #
Cdouthitt wrote:
Bag that...life is too short. If you have the means ($$$) and want to upgrade your gear, by all means do it. Don't let us tell you not to. The d7000 is still an ok camera, but there's been a lot of new camera technology since it was released in 2010.
I couldn't agree more. If you want a new or different camera or lens and have the means to acquire it then why not. If people spend their money of high tech cameras then don't learn how to use them, it's on them, it's their money. Personally, I want to learn everything I can about my new toy so I may use the knowledge to improve and better enjoy myself.
Jul 15, 2017 13:35:26 #
Most feature upgrades have more to do with speed, or convenience, than with image quality. Back in my film days, I got images from an all plastic $20.00 Lubitel that were almost as good as those I got from a Professional metal, and glass, Mamiya which had cost hundreds used and refurbished, using a lens which had cost hundreds more used and refurbished. Money, and gimmicks, do not a great image make. Talent, imagination, and knowledge, are what count. Get whatever you want, and spend as much as you wish upon it...but learn to use it well. When I upgrade to a newer, costlier, item it will be to get convenience features I now lack...a second memory card slot, larger buffer, or such. The image quality factors technology-in sensors, focusing, etc-do not change much from one camera generation to another.
Jul 15, 2017 17:18:02 #
Rongnongno wrote:
Anyone reading this as joke as I do???
I do too, this was definitely not meant seriously!
Jul 15, 2017 18:28:12 #
speters wrote:
I do too, this was definitely not meant seriously!
I took it as just another conversation seed, serious or otherwise.
Jul 15, 2017 18:47:27 #
gvarner wrote:
Sometimes I think of upgrading my camera so I can take better pictures with the latest technology and doing the same with my computer and software for post processing. But seriously, has anyone found a firmware update for artistic vision and creativity? Until then, I'll just stick with what I have. Your thoughts?
To me, just upgrading for vague hopes of the latest technology improving your photos isn't the reason to do it. If you have a specific need your current equipment won't accomplish - a larger or better sensor for making larger prints, a faster lens or better high ISO performance for low light shots, or a larger buffer for burst shooting of fast action, that is a good reason to upgrade. Of course, none of those will help with artistic vision and creativity.
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