"Upgrading"
Dec 20, 2022 11:41:24 #
... meanwhile somewhere in Norway wrote:
...but the rest is simply smoke and mirrors...
Smoke and mirrors have never let me down. I don't see having a few more capabilities available as a negative. Of course, I'll read reviews to see what changes there are between models, but an upgrade offers me something that I think I could use, I'll go for it. I tend to keep my cameras for several year, though, and I don't get something new just because it's new.
Dec 20, 2022 11:44:12 #
Dec 20, 2022 11:45:03 #
David Martin
Loc: Cary, NC
jerryc41 wrote:
Smoke and mirrors have never let me down.
Well, you shouldn't smoke, and you should go mirrorless!
Dec 20, 2022 11:46:06 #
rehess wrote:
No point to burst unless you have something moving / changing that fast. Perhaps some people actually need it. Otherwise it is simply something to boast about. I tend to use the slowest burst speed - and even then not to use it - because I am a deliberate photographer, whose habits date to an older time when I didn’t have a motor drive and didn’t want to waste film. If you want to fill up memory cards, and then dump most of the shots, go ahead.
True, mostly useless for the snapshots you take, but important for many, but the point is it is something that is impossible for a DSLR, which is what this was about.
Dec 20, 2022 11:47:02 #
SuperflyTNT wrote:
if speed is important to you ….True, mostly useless for the snapshots you take, but important for many, but the point is it is something that is impossible for a DSLR, which is what this was about.
Dec 20, 2022 11:52:20 #
I started my photography with a Nikon D50 and "upgraded" several times staying in the aps-c genre. I've often gone back through my photos over time.
The camera that nailed the best color and focus on a more consistent and quantity basis is still the D50.
Newer was not always better for me
The camera that nailed the best color and focus on a more consistent and quantity basis is still the D50.
Newer was not always better for me
Dec 20, 2022 12:23:07 #
Canisdirus wrote:
Welcoming all the new folks to planet Earth.
It's all marketing folks...
Welcome...get acquainted with the varying cultures.
It's all marketing folks...
Welcome...get acquainted with the varying cultures.
Dec 20, 2022 12:54:20 #
... meanwhile somewhere in Norway wrote:
I have yet to see any proof "Upgrading" ... (show quote)
Most of my life I used the 24 oz framing hammer for just about everything. Then someone let me use his 14 oz Titanium framing hammer that cost almost 4 times as much. I was skeptical because of the cost. But then I tried it and never went back. Plus, after the waffle head wears smooth on the titanium, you can drive 4d finish nails with it as well as 16 d galvos. So yes, I love progress and new things.
Dec 20, 2022 13:45:42 #
“The single most important component of a camera is the twelve inches behind it!” Ansel Adams.
Dec 20, 2022 14:07:02 #
Dennis833 wrote:
“The single most important component of a camera is the twelve inches behind it!” Ansel Adams.
And look what happened to Adams. He died.
The rest of us will do the same some day.
So, while you still can, use whatever makes you happy and ignore the naysayers!!!
Enjoy all the holidays.
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Dec 20, 2022 14:35:39 #
Dec 20, 2022 14:48:26 #
I agree, as well. Just stick with what works for (each individual), and not what
the new and improved Canon, Fugi, or Nikon that comes out of China.
I still use the same Nikon that is 15 years old, but often get an even better shot
with my 10 year old Samsung cell phone.
Most "great photos" are just being in the right place at the right time, and having
your favorite [Camera Obscura] in your hands and a good eye.
Just enjoy the shooting expeditions that you make everyday.
Merry Christmas to all.
the new and improved Canon, Fugi, or Nikon that comes out of China.
I still use the same Nikon that is 15 years old, but often get an even better shot
with my 10 year old Samsung cell phone.
Most "great photos" are just being in the right place at the right time, and having
your favorite [Camera Obscura] in your hands and a good eye.
Just enjoy the shooting expeditions that you make everyday.
Merry Christmas to all.
Dec 20, 2022 15:11:24 #
JBuckley wrote:
I agree, as well. Just stick with what works for (each individual), and not what
the new and improved Canon, Fugi, or Nikon that comes out of China.
the new and improved Canon, Fugi, or Nikon that comes out of China.
None of the current Canon EOS-R or Nikon Z or D come out of China.
Dec 20, 2022 15:42:22 #
JeffL
Loc: New Jersey
I would take the Tesla out of the discussion. I wouldn't contribute a dime to Musk, the ultra rich nutjob.
Dec 20, 2022 15:45:56 #
I just recently retired a D2X I bought new in 1990(?) It was my only camera for over 20 years. Six years ago we traded in our 1989 Honda Civic, also bought new, for a new Prius. The Civic was 27 years old. The Prius is high tech for a small car, though I didn't opt for everything that was available. The Civic had a radio.
In 1997, I bought a new Ford Ranger. It's still my only truck today. Last year I bought a Nikon Z50, and this year a Z7II. My last cameras until I die...
In 1997, I bought a new Ford Ranger. It's still my only truck today. Last year I bought a Nikon Z50, and this year a Z7II. My last cameras until I die...
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