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Mar 15, 2018 01:33:38   #
SharpShooter Loc: NorCal
 
bellgamin wrote:
I have been shooting landscapes primarily, which I enjoy. But what I enjoy even more is taking pix where there are people present, like at the beach or shopping or just sitting alone, staring into space. Problem is, I am timid about photographing people with my big, highly visible DSLR, because they might be annoyed that I am invading their privacy. Yes, I could ask permission, but that is not always practical, & even when it is, I am too shy to ask.

Ridiculous, isn't it? Am I the only one like this? Is there some magic method of photographing strangers without getting them upset?
I have been shooting landscapes primarily, which I... (show quote)

Bell, welcome to the Hog.
It's just your personality, it's NOT gonna change so don't try to fight it.
My suggestion is to just find different places to shoot were nobody will care. Go to places like street fairs, parades, car showa, sports events or places where there are lots of tourist. Eventually you may get comfortable in other situations. Until then, just shoot where people expect to have their pictures taken!! Good luck
SS

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Mar 15, 2018 03:34:56   #
bellgamin Loc: Ewa Beach, Hawaii
 
SharpShooter wrote:
Bell, welcome to the Hog.
It's just your personality, it's NOT gonna change so don't try to fight it.
My suggestion is to just find different places to shoot were nobody will care. Go to places like street fairs, parades, car showa, sports events or places where there are lots of tourist. Eventually you may get comfortable in other situations. Until then, just shoot where people expect to have their pictures taken!! Good luck
SS
Thanks, Shooter.

May you have warm words on a cold evening
A full moon on a dark night
And the road downhill all the way to your door. 😇

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Mar 15, 2018 06:04:04   #
Cdouthitt Loc: Traverse City, MI
 
bellgamin wrote:
Is there a digital tiny camera that is as good as a DSLR as regards sharpness etc? Maybe such a camera might not arouse the same number of unfriendly glances...?


A pen-f with a tiny prime
Fuji x100 series

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