Why WIFI
Nov 30, 2019 10:35:13 #
gvarner wrote:
I see WiFi capability as a marketing gimmick, nothing more, nothing less.
It sure makes taking pics of birds, squirrels and so on at the feeder much easier in 10 degree weather when your are sitting in your living room at 70 degrees snapping pics on your WiFi controlled camera.
Not for everyone perhaps, but besides other obvious benefits, certainly a lot more than just a marketing gimmick.
Do you think a remote release is nothing more than a marketing gimmick?
Nov 30, 2019 10:41:35 #
gvarner wrote:
I see WiFi capability as a marketing gimmick, nothing more, nothing less.
I wouldn't say that. Although your photographic needs may have no use for WiFi capability, I think it could be of practical use in photojournalism, particularly when the photographer wishes to send just captured images without the need to first download them onto a computer.
Nov 30, 2019 10:48:44 #
gvarner
Loc: Central Oregon Coast
[quote=BigDaddy]It sure makes taking pics of birds, squirrels and so on at the feeder much easier in 10 degree weather when your are sitting in your living room at 70 degrees snapping pics on your WiFi controlled camera.
Not for everyone perhaps, but besides other obvious benefits, certainly a lot more than just a marketing gimmick.
Do you think a remote release is nothing more than a marketing gimmick?[/
It has its specialty uses for sure if you’re into tethering. It’s like video in a DSLR. They add it because they can. Remote shutter release has been around a lot longer than WiFi thanks to studio work. It’s a very practical solution for a specific need.
Not for everyone perhaps, but besides other obvious benefits, certainly a lot more than just a marketing gimmick.
Do you think a remote release is nothing more than a marketing gimmick?[/
It has its specialty uses for sure if you’re into tethering. It’s like video in a DSLR. They add it because they can. Remote shutter release has been around a lot longer than WiFi thanks to studio work. It’s a very practical solution for a specific need.
Nov 30, 2019 10:50:08 #
[quote=gvarner][quote=BigDaddy]It sure makes taking pics of birds, squirrels and so on at the feeder much easier in 10 degree weather when your are sitting in your living room at 70 degrees snapping pics on your WiFi controlled camera.
Not for everyone perhaps, but besides other obvious benefits, certainly a lot more than just a marketing gimmick.
Do you think a remote release is nothing more than a marketing gimmick?[/
It has its specialty uses for sure if you’re into tethering. It’s like video in a DSLR. They add it because they can. Remote shutter release has been around a lot longer than WiFi thanks to studio work. It’s a very practical solution for a specific need.[/quote]
Not for everyone perhaps, but besides other obvious benefits, certainly a lot more than just a marketing gimmick.
Do you think a remote release is nothing more than a marketing gimmick?[/
It has its specialty uses for sure if you’re into tethering. It’s like video in a DSLR. They add it because they can. Remote shutter release has been around a lot longer than WiFi thanks to studio work. It’s a very practical solution for a specific need.[/quote]
Nov 30, 2019 10:55:01 #
Longshadow wrote:
WiFi 6 is already here and it is super fast although it may not be incorporated into "Traditional" cameras until further down the road. Newer cell phones and Laptops already have them making transfers a real breeze. No one can stop progress in technology.
Nov 30, 2019 11:05:08 #
gvarner wrote:
I see WiFi capability as a marketing gimmick, nothing more, nothing less.
It really depends on what your interests and uses are. Over a year ago I purchased a D7500 for my daughter which does have WIFI capability. Her one primary use for the camera is photographing and documenting my grandsons' lives. She quite often posts her photos to facebook via WIFI, quick and easy. It's been a great way for us to keep up with our grandsons. Julie has become very good at sports photography and other uses as well. I recently loaned her my 28-300mm for a vacation trip and she loves it.
Nov 30, 2019 11:10:09 #
BigDaddy wrote:
It sure makes taking pics of birds, squirrels and so on at the feeder much easier in 10 degree weather when your are sitting in your living room at 70 degrees snapping pics on your WiFi controlled camera.
Not for everyone perhaps, but besides other obvious benefits, certainly a lot more than just a marketing gimmick.
Do you think a remote release is nothing more than a marketing gimmick?
Not for everyone perhaps, but besides other obvious benefits, certainly a lot more than just a marketing gimmick.
Do you think a remote release is nothing more than a marketing gimmick?
If that works for you, but I wouldn't use the WIFI at all for any of my shooting. But, if you want to sit in a chair across the room and control the camera that is at a window, it may come in handy though.
No, a remote release isn't a sales gimmick, it eliminates user caused camera vibration.
Nov 30, 2019 11:11:21 #
puku8849 wrote:
WiFi 6 is already here and it is super fast although it may not be incorporated into "Traditional" cameras until further down the road. Newer cell phones and Laptops already have them making transfers a real breeze. No one can stop progress in technology.
And just because it's there, one doesn't have to use it.
Nov 30, 2019 11:22:07 #
gvarner wrote:
It has its specialty uses for sure if you’re into tethering. It’s like video in a DSLR. They add it because they can. Remote shutter release has been around a lot longer than WiFi thanks to studio work. It’s a very practical solution for a specific need.
I think it's more like a built in remote release, or a better timer, than like video. I will agree that like built in video, you don't have to use it if you don't want/need it. Whatever, it's pretty hard to call WiFi a marketing gimmick and nothing more. Of course one could call anything over a shoe box with a hole in it marketing gimmicks designed to sell camera's. Digital itself is a marketing gimmick I recon, a darn good one as well
Nov 30, 2019 11:44:45 #
As people get more internet connected homes and goods I think they become much more open to being hacked. In a few years quantum computers will break any encryption in moments... No more secrets...perhaps...
Longshadow wrote:
WIFI/Blue Tooth, bell and/or whistle.
(Connected is the latest and greatest.)
Does anyone really need a WIFI refrigerator?
(Connected is the latest and greatest.)
Does anyone really need a WIFI refrigerator?
Nov 30, 2019 12:01:57 #
Nov 30, 2019 12:02:00 #
BigDaddy wrote:
It sure makes taking pics of birds, squirrels and so on at the feeder much easier in 10 degree weather when your are sitting in your living room at 70 degrees snapping pics on your WiFi controlled camera...
Yep, exactly what I’m doing as I write this. Camera is on a tripod with a long lens in the carport aimed at a shrub near the feeder where the birds like to perch. i’m nice and warm inside in a recliner by the window with the IPad in my lap. So easy it almost makes you feel guilty.
And when I do product shoots inside a light tent with a macro, I can see the results instantly on a large screen and make adjustments without the chance of tripping over a tether and bringing down either the camera or laptop or both. Not a marketing gimmick for me...
Nov 30, 2019 12:17:00 #
kenArchi wrote:
Will the wifi work for raw and large jpeg files?
My Canon and Fuji will and so will my CamRanger - can’t speak for Nikon...
Nov 30, 2019 12:52:01 #
I shot a restaurant event on Thanksgiving day and the owner asked me to share a shot from my camera. I couldn’t because my camera is not equipped with WIFI and also the capture was in RAW. He was disappointed.
Nov 30, 2019 13:07:18 #
Notorious T.O.D. wrote:
As people get more internet connected homes and goods I think they become much more open to being hacked. In a few years quantum computers will break any encryption in moments... No more secrets...perhaps...
Haha.
The only things I have (and will have) connected to the internet are my computers, tablet, and cell phone.
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