How many cameras?
Dec 5, 2017 14:46:14 #
I find it's useful to have two cameras when involved in a shoot - especially weddings. That way, I don't have to change lenses on one camera - they are both ready to go.
Dec 5, 2017 14:58:57 #
DebAnn wrote:
I find it's useful to have two cameras when involved in a shoot - especially weddings. That way, I don't have to change lenses on one camera - they are both ready to go.
Definitely!!!
And a back-up!
Dec 5, 2017 15:27:44 #
ollie
Loc: Ogdensburg, NY
I use my D800 with 24 - 70 for scenics and portraits..family pictures My D7100 always has a Nikon 80 - 400 mounted on it for wildlife and a D7000 with an 18 - 140 for all around shooting when I can't or don't want to carry the whole bag I also have a waterproof nikon for really miserable weather or when I really need to travel light
Dec 5, 2017 15:57:54 #
BebuLamar wrote:
I have only one, a Nikon Df. I have a coolpix 5000 but that doesn't count. Also a D1x but that doesn't count either as I didn't buy it and also it was given to me only recently.
The Df is a SWEET camera.
Dec 5, 2017 16:08:45 #
mas24
Loc: Southern CA
DebAnn wrote:
I find it's useful to have two cameras when involved in a shoot - especially weddings. That way, I don't have to change lenses on one camera - they are both ready to go.
Yes, I knew a retired married couple who did weddings two years ago. He used a Nikon D800E with a Nikon 70-200mm f2.8 (not the latest model). And he had an extra 85mm prime as well. His wife used a Nikon D750 with a Nikon 24-70mm f2.8, and a Nikon 35mm prime. Those were the only 4 lenses they used. They were a great team together. And didn't charge excessive fees. People still ask them to do their wedding. But, they politely refuse. They still have their same gear. But, for travelling by car only nowadays.
Dec 5, 2017 16:12:37 #
2 FF DSLRs - Weddings (myself)
2 FF DSLRs - Weddings (daughter/2nd shooter)
8 Film SLRs - From a previous age . . . but occasionally still used
1 Film TLR (6x6/6x4.5) - As above
. . . and to paraphrase JohnEccles above "All these cameras have their role to play".
2 FF DSLRs - Weddings (daughter/2nd shooter)
8 Film SLRs - From a previous age . . . but occasionally still used
1 Film TLR (6x6/6x4.5) - As above
. . . and to paraphrase JohnEccles above "All these cameras have their role to play".
Dec 5, 2017 16:20:32 #
Lots of film cameras. 2 Nikon F photomics, Nikon f2, 3 Nikon F3s, 2 Mamiya M645s, Mamiya RB67, 4*5 Speed Graphic, 3.25X4.25 Speed Graphic, 2 Kiev 88s, 4 Kiev 60 (it takes 4 to keep one going). bunches of old 116&120 folders and a D1x. Still have them but they are all packed away.
I had GAS in my working days. Now, in retirement, I am GAS free mainly because I can't afford GAS anymore.
So now I just use 2 D200s, one I just bought at Goodwill for $48, on which to keep an 18-70 and a 75-300. I was out of photography for quite a few years so, with an itty bitty budget, the D200s work well for me. My family and friends love my revival and I'm getting a kick out of it too.
I had GAS in my working days. Now, in retirement, I am GAS free mainly because I can't afford GAS anymore.
So now I just use 2 D200s, one I just bought at Goodwill for $48, on which to keep an 18-70 and a 75-300. I was out of photography for quite a few years so, with an itty bitty budget, the D200s work well for me. My family and friends love my revival and I'm getting a kick out of it too.
Dec 5, 2017 16:47:40 #
I have currently 3 SLR film cameras, Canon FL-QL (so old it had to be refurbished at least 20 years ago), Pentax K-1000 and a semi-automatic Pentax (forget model #) that was a service anniversary gift from work (think was for 20 or 30 years. I also have a used "brick" Argus C-3 bought for nostalgia as my first serious camera was one of those that I took apart to see how it worked. None of these are in use. Use my DSLR's Pentax K-50 and purse camera Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS-60. Have had others that either died or were given away. Couple of Fujifilm Fine Pix S5700 and S2000 HD. Both were given away when got better camera. Couple of Canon point and shoots, A1200 (had a viewfinder) and A2500 (Still have this one somewhere bought the Lumix to replace it when I got tired of not having a viewfinder.) Pentax K-X died and was recycled. My first Digital was a Nikon E995 (only 5 MP). Not sure what happened to it. Started keeping a record about 3 months ago.
Dec 5, 2017 16:57:20 #
Have 3 DSLR's and one film camera...all have their place, my 7DII for sports, 5D for indoor and portraits, the T5i for usually outdoor trips I take and don't feel like taking a tank camera with me. The Olympus OMG 35mm film camera haven't used in years. Why use it? If I was looking for one camera to do it all, guess my Canon point and shoot might do it, or my phone!!! I like different camera bodies for different situations.
Dec 5, 2017 16:58:15 #
Two mirrorless, one FF and one APSC used for harder bushwalking trips, kayaking and a back up when travelling.
Dec 5, 2017 17:09:14 #
OMG... D810, DF, D750, D500 x 2, D7100, D5100, 1V2 x 2, x100S, NEX 6, A6000, A6300 & 7RII... plus a lot of Nikon Glass and a moderate amount of Sony Glass.
Dec 5, 2017 17:39:03 #
dugeeeeeee wrote:
Delderby,
What a pity you only have one camera. A little presumptuous to think someone can’t take good pictures because they have lots of cameras. If I have more than one car does that automatically make me a bad driver?
What a pity you only have one camera. A little presumptuous to think someone can’t take good pictures because they have lots of cameras. If I have more than one car does that automatically make me a bad driver?
I have two Panasonic MFTs - a G1 - because the G1 was the original MFT and a G5 which does everything I need. But my post was in response to Dr Soul
saying he uses all 20 of his cameras, depending only on what he is shooting. I have the confidence of knowing every aspect my G5 - and can change settings in seconds. I could not do that with 20 cameras - could you?
Dec 5, 2017 18:55:35 #
Delderby wrote:
I have two Panasonic MFTs - a G1 - because the G1 was the original MFT and a G5 which does everything I need. But my post was in response to Dr Soul
saying he uses all 20 of his cameras, depending only on what he is shooting. I have the confidence of knowing every aspect my G5 - and can change settings in seconds. I could not do that with 20 cameras - could you?
saying he uses all 20 of his cameras, depending only on what he is shooting. I have the confidence of knowing every aspect my G5 - and can change settings in seconds. I could not do that with 20 cameras - could you?
I can’t say I could do 20 but I do handle 4 different models just fine. I learned each one as I got it. I can’t say weather or Dr. Soul can handle all 20 of his. Only he knows that. I thought it was arrogant to assume he could only get a good shot in auto on a sunny day. If one is going to give advice it is much better to do it in a constructive way and not by being an asshat.
Dec 5, 2017 18:57:41 #
I have 4 digital cameras- 2 DSLRs, 2 mirrorless (1- m 4/3) and 2 film cameras.
I have specific lenses and designations for each camera. All the digital cameras are weather resistant as are most of the lenses. I see that many have given up DSLRs for mirrorless and visa versa but it isn't an either/or for me. Both systems have their advantages.
I have specific lenses and designations for each camera. All the digital cameras are weather resistant as are most of the lenses. I see that many have given up DSLRs for mirrorless and visa versa but it isn't an either/or for me. Both systems have their advantages.
Dec 5, 2017 19:06:49 #
pmsc70d wrote:
Over the months I have been viewing UHH, I've seen lots of posts and photos indicating that some members have not just one or two, but many DSLR bodies. I'm curious if this is something necessary for the kind of photos they need to do, or just a trail of GAS? If you have several bodies (camera bodies, that is) do you use them all? How do you use them differently? Thanks
I have a primary and one backup. Enough for me.
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