Mickey Mantle Loc: New York City

We need very little but want a lot. Every once in a while I take out my old film camera and use it. I also take out my first digital camera. It is the Nikon D40. 6 megapixels and horrible ISO. Gear never defines anyone’s photography. It’s all in the eye and the ability to see an image before you take it. I must admit, I do love the equipment I have and the challenges that equipment presents.

ronpier Loc: Poland Ohio

Same here. I use a D50, D90 and a D3400. All with pleasing but different results.

Mickey Mantle Loc: New York City

We all need very little but still want a lot. Photography is never defined by gear. It’s all in the eye and the ability to see an image before you take it. About five years ago, I had the privilege of taking pictures with an Italian photographer from Florence. He shot with a ten year old Canon crop and I was amazed by his ability and talent. Every once in a while I take out my old film camera and then my Nikon D40 for the thrill and challenge. I must admit, I enjoy the challenge of learning and creating with the modern gear. Keeps my mind active.

rehess Loc: South Bend, Indiana, USA

That is very good.

My last two film cameras lasted me a total of about thirteen years. I retired the first because I was ready for AF. I retired the second because I was ready to go digital. I still have them packed in their respective bags in case I need {or simply want to use} film again.

By contrast, my first three digital cameras last me a total of about nine years. The first was a compact camera that I gave up on in less than a year because it was too inflexible to meet my needs. The second and third both died after having processor issues. I gave the first to our daughter {she had broken the LCD on hers}, and I dumped each of the other other two.

Mickey Mantle Loc: New York City

I once dropped a Sony 7 II into Lake Bled in Slovenia. You learn that things happen that are not relevant in the scheme and journey of life.

rehess Loc: South Bend, Indiana, USA

Yes, I lost several due to wetness without actually physically losing them. Today I use a “Weather Resistant” Pentax.

Mickey Mantle Loc: New York City

I lost a water resistant Olympus tough when it fell off my wrist while snorkeling in the Galapagos. This was the first time I was using it. I saw it disappear as I tried to grab it. I immediately put a lens cover on my Sony 400 out of the box.