I no longer feel bad about GAS...
Aug 30, 2020 16:39:39 #
I didn't realize before that every successful photographer thinks everyone else has a better camera. I have always thought that way and now I should consider myself a successful photographer. Its always nice to be able to upgrade one's self.
Thank you!!
Thank you!!
Aug 30, 2020 17:03:41 #
Aug 30, 2020 17:24:19 #
johnec wrote:
I’ve come to the conclusion that buying photography gear and using it are separate hobbies.
Good point.
I try to make sure I am more active in the latter than the former.
A lot of people talk about "justifying" the cost of a given camera or lens. JMHO but if you can afford to acquire your dream camera or lens and can do so by lawful, ethical and moral means - and it is something that will bring you joy - I see nothing wrong with making that purchase.
Aug 30, 2020 17:30:09 #
Aug 30, 2020 17:32:25 #
Linda From Maine wrote:
You wish. More likely they will simply take it to Goodwill or sell it at their next yard sale for 1/10 its worth 😁
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My uncle told his wife to not sell his trains to his friends when he dies. He said they will lowball her like he did when he bought them.
Aug 30, 2020 17:38:49 #
Linda From Maine wrote:
Red6, if you follow UHH's Photo Gallery and some of the specialty sections like Close-Up, instead of hanging out in main discussion forum, you will find many people posting frequently who are enthusiastic hobbyists, using the same camera for years.
Lots of us retired folk have the time and passion to enjoy the part of our hobby that involves taking pictures 😊
Lots of us retired folk have the time and passion to enjoy the part of our hobby that involves taking pictures 😊
I wish I had that kind of time. Still working full time makes it difficult. Maybe some day!! In the meantime “I owe I owe so off to work I go!”.
Aug 30, 2020 17:45:22 #
jerryc41 wrote:
How fortunate! I recently bought a set of Lionel trains. Of course there is a forum, and everyone on there is a man - middle-aged or older. 
Some of their layouts are unbelievable. Trains are loaded with electronics these days. Mine layout will be tiny.
Some of their layouts are unbelievable. Trains are loaded with electronics these days. Mine layout will be tiny.
I’ve seen those layouts. Unbelievable!! It takes a lot of time, some money and talent. I would have loved to do that but chose photography instead. Made the right choice. And I can still shoot layouts without building them.
Aug 30, 2020 17:47:52 #
Nicholas E wrote:
GAS relief has made me more active. I recently sold 2 DSLRs and my lens collection and purchased a mirrorless with a nice lens. I was previously spending more time thinking about which camera to use for the day instead of using a camera. Now with one camera and one lens I feel relieved from my GAS and am enjoying taking pictures. Okay, a little obsessive but it worked.
One camera and one lens? Amazing and unbelievable that you can survive each day!! lol
Aug 30, 2020 17:50:48 #
CHG_CANON wrote:
There are no rules for good photographs, great photographs have just one: the camera used was better than yours.
Then why are your photographs much better than mine? You obviously have the inferior camera.
Aug 30, 2020 17:52:59 #
IDguy wrote:
Gear Acquisition Syndrome
Welcome to the Hog! You must be new.
It is a disease affecting photographers. It is incurable but temporary symptomatic relief is possible by buying some new photographic equipment.
Welcome to the Hog! You must be new.
It is a disease affecting photographers. It is incurable but temporary symptomatic relief is possible by buying some new photographic equipment.
This lockdown and social distancing has made my gas attacks more frequent. But I now have a lot of nice lenses!!
Aug 30, 2020 17:58:13 #
Aug 30, 2020 18:03:37 #
johnec wrote:
I’ve come to the conclusion that buying photography gear and using it are separate hobbies.
No question about that ! You could add "showing " to "buying" and "using" ....... that's why photography is such an absorbing hobby .
Aug 30, 2020 18:29:43 #
CHG_CANON wrote:
If you don't have a willingness to spend time in learning and practice, there's always the option of buying new equipment.
I’m not sure if this is should be a general statement. People like myself read the manual. It took me 3 days to read the manual for my camera before I unpacked it. Other people (who don’t read the manual) just yank it out of the box and start to finagle with their new toy.
Those who don’t read the manual are more prone to GAS. With my new camera, if I’m not sure of a particular capability, I’ll open up my cell phone and read the manual I downloaded.
While every new gadget or thingamabob may look nice but you still have to schlep it around. I only have two hands. If I get a third hand, maybe I’ll give into a GAS attack.
Happy Shooting!
Aug 30, 2020 18:46:59 #
TylerDurdensReel
Loc: Fresno Ca.
CHG_CANON wrote:
Everyone's heart has a secret nerve that responds to the touch of a new camera.
Are you sure it's their heart?
Aug 30, 2020 19:06:24 #
Jim Eads wrote:
Some probably meet the definition of hoarder vs. c... (show quote)
I wonder if she held out the 6mm for herself!! What a great deal for a great collection.
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