Am I a snob?
Jun 17, 2019 21:25:33 #
Something just occurred to me, and maybe I'm slow on the uptake here, but there's been and likely will be, a lot of talk regarding cellphone cameras vs. dedicated cameras, with a lot of negativity voiced toward the cellphone cameras. Not everyone is an artist, and many don't aspire to be an artists, but they do like to take pictures and share them. Others are or would like to become artists and have a love for taking and displaying beautiful artful photographs for the benefit of not only themselves, but other. But the thing that came to me, on the side of the cellphone photographers/snapshooters, etc, is that in posting their images on social media or sharing them with friends and families, they are simply sharing life. And there it is, plain and simple. Sharing life in its various aspects with others, and they enjoy this communication. And the cellphone camera makes this easy. It brings joy in sharing life with others in this way. At the end of the day, the two different kinds of camera really can't be compared, and shouldn't be. Their intended uses are entirely different, and probably should stay that way.
Jun 17, 2019 21:39:09 #
I am a proud I-phonologist. I have a hand-me-down iPhone 7+ and am quite pleased with how it makes photos. All pictures I post are made with this iPhone and according to me and reviewers’ comments, they’re pretty good! Yes, I would love to have a camera with all the bells and whistles but I also enjoy golf as a hobby, which can be quite expensive. I subscribe to free iPhone tips on photo making and enhance photos using both post editing tools on the iPhone and several free and a couple of paid editing tools from the Apple App Store, depending on my “artsy” mood. I love to share them and value critiques and suggestions as do most subscribers to Ugly HH. Do what pleases yourself, looking for the beauty in everything and the “I wonder what it would look like if I...” approach to experiment with different looks, scenes, and post editing. And be Snappy Happy!!
Jun 17, 2019 21:41:29 #
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.
I think the opposite is true. They will post those pictures on social media and tehy will be viewed more times than any 'real camera' shot unless you are a pro and can get it published somewhere.
Sad, but true.
Jun 17, 2019 21:42:44 #
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Jun 17, 2019 21:47:52 #
Jun 17, 2019 22:08:26 #
Sometimes my cell phone is all I have and something amazing is confronting me, so I use it. I have gotten some really amazing results with it too! That is, until I need to zoom in, then results are at best, poor.
Jun 17, 2019 22:51:50 #
mwsilvers
Loc: Central New Jersey
Larry22 wrote:
Good morning, I'm not sure how to get a question answered, this is my dilima I'm pondering being buying the new Nikon 70-200 F 2.8 instead of upgrading my Nikon D800 that Is in perfect condition. My current 80-200 F 2.8 is old but in very good condition, thinking what Is best ?
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Jun 17, 2019 23:03:29 #
mwsilvers
Loc: Central New Jersey
E.L.. Shapiro wrote:
Why blame the photographer's choosing the wrong co... (show quote)
You are not the first person who has indicated having difficulties using a cell phone in the horizontal position so there must be something to it but I can't imagine what that is. Either way I just hold the phone, compose, and touch the on screen shutter button. Perhaps it the design and location of your controls.
Jun 17, 2019 23:11:10 #
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Jun 18, 2019 02:07:27 #
Wingpilot wrote:
Something just occurred to me, and maybe I'm slow ... (show quote)
Excellent analysis. Very well said. Kudos.
Jun 18, 2019 02:42:01 #
JD750 wrote:
Excellent analysis. Very well said. Kudos.
Just how I feel, and a little objectivity. Hopefully. Tnx.
Jun 18, 2019 05:52:38 #
Wingpilot wrote:
Something just occurred to me, and maybe I'm slow ... (show quote)
And that is why I do criticize the OP for even talk about it. People use cell phone because it works well for them. Give them our camera and it wouldn't work for them.
Jun 18, 2019 06:12:22 #
Retina
Loc: Near Charleston,SC
bertloomis wrote:
Yes, perhaps you are right. But if one transfers them to a computer and views them there they are shown horizontally. So, you can either cock your head 90 degrees or you can get software to change the orientation.
Many monitors have a rotating mount. I believe it is meant for viewing documents on portrait orientation as since most documents are printed that way. It saves time by reducing the need to scroll as often. I see it mainly in multiple monitor setups where the primary display is in portrait orientation. As you probably know, Windows lets you switch orientations with a single combination keystroke or using the Display settings available with a right-click on the desktop. I think a Mac does it if say “iPhone” directly into the mouse.
Jun 18, 2019 09:12:23 #
rambler
Loc: Masssachusetts
Excellent images are taken on cell phones. There are sites devoted to cell phone photos by wonderful photographers. There are excellent apps for processing and editing cell phone photos. Just think of cell phones, not as phones, but as cameras. Just think how many times you look at a photo you enjoy. Is your first impression: Oh, look a photo taken by a Canon.....or substitute any known brand. Just add cell phones to the mix! The best camera is the one in your hand.
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