Am I a snob?
Jun 16, 2019 22:48:29 #
Leitz
Loc: Solms
markwilliam1 wrote:
I see so many people using their cell phones to take pictures anymore. I know they can get better pictures with a camera (I think!) The times they are a changing!
You're not a snob - there's a different word for those who concern themselves with what others do that doesn't concern them.
Jun 16, 2019 23:22:06 #
markwilliam1 wrote:
I see so many people using their cell phones to take pictures anymore. I know they can get better pictures with a camera (I think!) The times they are a changing!
Snob? I don’t know. But I wonder why you think you know what type of camera is best for other people such as those who are having fun and enjoying taking pictures with their cell phone cameras?
Since you presume to know what cameras are best for people, I have a question. Do you shoot using a camera with a full frame sensor? If you do, could you get better pictures if you moved to a camera with a medium format sensor? What is stopping you?
Jun 17, 2019 01:11:53 #
mwsilvers
Loc: Central New Jersey
markwilliam1 wrote:
I see so many people using their cell phones to take pictures anymore. I know they can get better pictures with a camera (I think!) The times they are a changing!
Only those who know you can say whether you are a snob. You statement that people can get better pictures with a camera is not necessarily an accurate assumption for a number of reasons. Better is a vague term. I've seen great images from good cell phone cameras and awful ones from expensive camera gear. There are many factors involved.
Jun 17, 2019 01:25:32 #
mwsilvers
Loc: Central New Jersey
Ched49 wrote:
That's today's generation, they demand instant gra... (show quote)
I'm 73 and not a member of today's generation. I purchase almost everything on line, and use my cell phone camera a fair amount because its with me all the time. I avoid malls like the plague. It takes gas and time to get there, time to walk around, and more often than not they don't have what I want. I can find EXACTLY what I want online at 2am in mere minutes, order it, and have it in my house usually within a day or two, and more recently often the same day. That leaves me much more time to do other things. My 12mp phone camera shoots in both raw and jpeg. Its not my primary camera, but it takes terrific images.
Jun 17, 2019 02:28:38 #
I don't use social media for sharing photos--facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc. In fact, I've deleted my FB account some time ago. Once in awhile I'll send a photo to a family member via. text messaging. And it might be an iPhone photo or one from my A6300.
But I think cellphone cameras have their place, and serve a lot of people who discover that with having a camera in their cellphone, they have the opportunity to share pictures of what they're doing, where they are, and so forth. While cellphone cameras can't compete with good DSLR's or mirrorless cameras, they do offer one an "in" to photography, and more than one person had discovered that they really like the idea of photography as art and gone on to pick up a dedicated camera in order to make that art. My grandson started out with a cellphone camera, and now he's a professional photographer and does his work with a D810 and a couple top end Nikon lenses. I couldn't be prouder of his work. Yet he still uses his cellphone camera nicely.
So are you a snob? No, I think it's a valid statement.
But I think cellphone cameras have their place, and serve a lot of people who discover that with having a camera in their cellphone, they have the opportunity to share pictures of what they're doing, where they are, and so forth. While cellphone cameras can't compete with good DSLR's or mirrorless cameras, they do offer one an "in" to photography, and more than one person had discovered that they really like the idea of photography as art and gone on to pick up a dedicated camera in order to make that art. My grandson started out with a cellphone camera, and now he's a professional photographer and does his work with a D810 and a couple top end Nikon lenses. I couldn't be prouder of his work. Yet he still uses his cellphone camera nicely.
So are you a snob? No, I think it's a valid statement.
Jun 17, 2019 06:07:56 #
I have too many wonderful pictures to count of my grandkids.....because my sons and daughters use their cell phones constantly and I love that!
They are not into photography at all.....they are into capturing and preserving moments in the kids lives.
And for that, the cell phones are perfect.
I get the e mail every morning from this site that lists the topics of the day.
I’m very careful what I click on, because far too many in here seem to be purists....or at least seem to enjoy making people feel bad because they don’t do something a particular way...or use particular equipment. The upside to that, is it helps remind me of the person I never want to become.
Take some pictures!
Have some fun!
Make someone smile today!
They are not into photography at all.....they are into capturing and preserving moments in the kids lives.
And for that, the cell phones are perfect.
I get the e mail every morning from this site that lists the topics of the day.
I’m very careful what I click on, because far too many in here seem to be purists....or at least seem to enjoy making people feel bad because they don’t do something a particular way...or use particular equipment. The upside to that, is it helps remind me of the person I never want to become.
Take some pictures!
Have some fun!
Make someone smile today!
Jun 17, 2019 06:20:57 #
I think everything has already been said in this conversation, but I will add that I value my children's pictures sent to me from their cell phones of various activities of the GRANDS. (which are sent via a phone app). Cell phone cameras do have their uses, and most people do not use them as we do our pro cameras, and that is fine. No one needs to feel turned off by watching someone else use their phone cameras. Diversity is one of the beauties of humanity.
Jun 17, 2019 06:25:01 #
markwilliam1 wrote:
I see so many people using their cell phones to take pictures anymore. I know they can get better pictures with a camera (I think!) The times they are a changing!
If they didn't use their phones to take pictures, they wouldn't be taking pictures. They're not "camera people" - like us. On the plus side, as they keep taking pictures, some of them will seek to improve. That will lead them to rush out and buy a Nikon D5.
Jun 17, 2019 06:26:50 #
markwilliam1 wrote:
I see so many people using their cell phones to take pictures anymore. I know they can get better pictures with a camera (I think!) The times they are a changing!
The Enginer (EE), tuat works with us has some fancy lenses for his iPhone 8. Amazing what images he captures.
But, he is saving to purchase a Sony a7RM3.
Jun 17, 2019 06:36:47 #
markwilliam1 wrote:
I see so many people using their cell phones to take pictures anymore. I know they can get better pictures with a camera (I think!) The times they are a changing!
I think that if folks wake up in the morning & say, I'm going out to take pictures today, they'll take their camera etc.
If they happen to be shopping or driving in the country, & you see a Kodak moment, they'll whip out their smart phone & click it before it disappears. If it's a lingering scene, one might be pissed off at not having his camera with him.
Jun 17, 2019 06:45:34 #
tankdonovan
Loc: Tennessee
Bunko.T wrote:
I think that if folks wake up in the morning & say, I'm going out to take pictures today, they'll take their camera etc.
If they happen to be shopping or driving in the country, & you see a Kodak moment, they'll whip out their smart phone & click it before it disappears. If it's a lingering scene, one might be pissed off at not having his camera with him.
If they happen to be shopping or driving in the country, & you see a Kodak moment, they'll whip out their smart phone & click it before it disappears. If it's a lingering scene, one might be pissed off at not having his camera with him.
All that really matters is: "That Kodak moment"
Jun 17, 2019 06:47:29 #
HeyYou
Loc: SE Michigan
BlueMorel wrote:
Everyone in my family has a cellphone (except my husband)...
For some reason this part of your reply intrigues me. Without meaning to pry into a potentially private matter - in which case, please accept my apology and refrain from responding - I am curious as to how and why your husband is able to avoid cell phone use.
Jun 17, 2019 06:52:38 #
Jeffcs
Loc: Myrtle Beach South Carolina
Personally I’d say 99% of cell photos are kids that’s including up to about 35 are not interested in artistic photos but rather selfies or a spot for social media. They will never be printed or injoyed strictly for a beautiful image or hung on any wall.
Jun 17, 2019 07:01:18 #
CO wrote:
I see that a lot and wonder if they will even look at the pictures again later. If so, they will just swipe their finger across the screen when reviewing photos and see it for a fraction of a second.
With a cell phone to can share your images or video right away
Jun 17, 2019 07:04:25 #
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