The next lens I'm going to buy
Mar 1, 2020 17:30:46 #
Lens and camera unboxing is the ritual "foreplay" to the many orgasmic acts of picture taking . . . 
Mar 1, 2020 20:54:45 #
FotoHog wrote:
Lens and camera unboxing is the ritual "foreplay" to the many orgasmic acts of picture taking . . .
Fotohog, I love it. Thanks for the smile.
Rick
Mar 2, 2020 00:41:45 #
hogesinwa
Loc: Dalyellup Western Australia
rmalarz wrote:
My only theory is self-absorption. These are people who are enamored with themselves and their ability to make a video.
--Bob
--Bob
I think you've hit the nail on the head there. The vast majority of political or social commentary, including travel, cooking etc consists of a full-face of the presenter video. I don't care for it and click off immediately.
Mar 2, 2020 02:29:14 #
RightOnPhotography
Loc: Quebec,QC
I had AF-S 70-300 VR which was quite good, but then new AF-P 70-300 VR was released and, after reading very positive reviews of it, I sold AF-S and bought the AF-P version. Everything that reviews mentioned was true. It's an excellent lens. I use it on D750 and Z6 (with adapter).
Mar 2, 2020 08:03:19 #
Unboxing videos are popular for a number of reasons beyond self-absorption.
Among other reasons, people want to verify a company's product and quality, as well as confirm the accessories that are included.
Unboxing videos might make less sense for established companies like Nikon, Sony, and Canon: where the brands' reputations are well established, but for many products that are pitched and purchased online, many people are rightfully skeptical.
There are certainly psychological effects as well: for me personally, when I'm assessing a new lens purchase, I want to know as much as I can about the prospective lenses I'm considering buying. For me, these are fairly significant purchases, and unboxing videos performed by experienced photographers who review the lens in the video help be understand build quality, weight, size, etc. Since I don't live in an area where there are camera shops where I have access to seeing lenses in person, these videos give me a better sense of the lens.
For some, it also provides the virtual experience of buying a product that they wish they could afford, or anticipate buying in the future: a sort of fantasy, or even as a temporary remedy for a severe GAS attack.
I agree that many of these unboxing videos are pretty useless: videos without any commentary or review of the lens were likely made just to rack up YouTube views and earn money off the ads. But their popularity demonstrates that they are far more than self indulgence on behalf of the video's creator.
Among other reasons, people want to verify a company's product and quality, as well as confirm the accessories that are included.
Unboxing videos might make less sense for established companies like Nikon, Sony, and Canon: where the brands' reputations are well established, but for many products that are pitched and purchased online, many people are rightfully skeptical.
There are certainly psychological effects as well: for me personally, when I'm assessing a new lens purchase, I want to know as much as I can about the prospective lenses I'm considering buying. For me, these are fairly significant purchases, and unboxing videos performed by experienced photographers who review the lens in the video help be understand build quality, weight, size, etc. Since I don't live in an area where there are camera shops where I have access to seeing lenses in person, these videos give me a better sense of the lens.
For some, it also provides the virtual experience of buying a product that they wish they could afford, or anticipate buying in the future: a sort of fantasy, or even as a temporary remedy for a severe GAS attack.
I agree that many of these unboxing videos are pretty useless: videos without any commentary or review of the lens were likely made just to rack up YouTube views and earn money off the ads. But their popularity demonstrates that they are far more than self indulgence on behalf of the video's creator.
Mar 2, 2020 09:38:14 #
Mar 2, 2020 09:56:09 #
rmalarz wrote:
My only theory is self-absorption. These are people who are enamored with themselves and their ability to make a video.
--Bob
--Bob
My grandson (age 12) has spent hours watching Utube videos of "unboxing" I asked him why in the world do you do THAT?! Hope he will soon avoid this senseless waste of time!!
Mar 2, 2020 10:56:09 #
Someone who takes such pride in their ability to open a box and take things out may not have the skills or knowledge to comment usefully on the contents.
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