Questions tagged [equipment-recommendation]
Equipment recommendation questions should be specific about budget and goals, yet general enough to be useful to as many readers as possible. Equipment recommendation answers should be worded to be as useful as possible to the broadest range of readers, and when possible account for future price drops (for bargain hunters looking for a cheap "older" camera) to improve the longevity of such topics.
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What materials absorb or block infrared wavelengths?
I'm not exactly doing pro photography here; please forgive me. My baby monitor is mounted in a corner. It shines bright IR at night, and the walls are highly reflective, and I can barely see into the ...
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Is a used point and shoot digital compact a good solution to get a camera for my kid with minimal focus/shutter lag?
I am trying to get a kid interested in photography and am looking for a camera that has no shutter lag/delay for a 9-10 year old kid. Probably a used point and shoot to keep the cost low (<$200). ...
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How do I keep this camera strap from coming loose?
I have this [now discontinued] PolarPro shoulder strap. The strap is great, except for the annoying, and dangerous, issue with the strap loops on the bottom coming loose overtime. I have developed a ...
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What to gain from using a Nikkor AF-S 85mm f/1.8G instead of a AF-S Nikkor 35mm 1.8G
After debating the old age 50mm vs 35mm, I have opted to go for a 35mm.
I have a Nikon D3200 with a Yongnuo Flash, and just acquired a Nikon SB-600.
I shoot two things: clubs/nightlife and weddings ...
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How can I tell what gear is appropriate to shoot architecture and street while travelling? [closed]
I'm a beginner photographer and I'm going to Japan soon. I have a Canon Rebel T8i and the 18-55mm lens that came with it. I want to take pictures of the architecture and some street photography too.
I'...
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Simulate backdrop wall mount using autopole
I want to buy two autopole to create a background setup.
My issue is that most of the setups I have seen until now, the autopoles are visible.
Is there any clamp or something that would make it ...
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Is 35mm 1.8 lens suitable for Product, interior photography?
I'm still a beginner, is 35mm lens is suitable for product photography, mostly e-commerce products and hotel room pictures.
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Equipment for Timelapse
So, I would like to create a timelapse montage of a road changing the seasons - as the viewer travels down the road.
Now, this said, I assume that I would have to travel down the road, gathering ...
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What is the best camera to buy for a child to help them learn about photography?
I have a seven year old daughter who is keen on getting a camera for Christmas. She is able to look after possessions (is very safe with her violin from school) although this is a recent development. ...
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How do I pick a good camera as a surprise present?
I’m totally a novice to Photography and related gadgets. But I want to gift a camera with a “viewfinder” lens to my wife. She already has a Canon dSLR camera. Is it typical to buy just an “electronic ...
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Seeking Expert Advice for Banff Trip: Upgrade Dilemma - New
I'm gearing up for a trip to Banff, Alberta, next year. Planning to go for a week and see both Banff and Jasper. I need some expert advice on lenses. Currently, I'm using a Canon RP with a RF 15-35mm ...
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Which tripod should I get for macro photography?
I'm currently looking for a good tripod for (mostly) macro photography and other kind of photography as well. I own a Canon EOS DSLR. Which tripod should I consider?
There are many on sale, but I'm ...
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Options for Remote Time-lapse Macrophotography
I am looking for a camera or set up that can take photographs of small insects at a set interval after being set up and left.
Ideally:
Can be set to take a photo every ten minutes
Long battery-life (...
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Nikon D3300 connect to smartphone
I own a Nikon D3300 and I want to use an external monitor but without spending too much money. D3300 doesn't provide WiFi capability. So, i found out that I can use my phone with an otg cable and ...
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What should I consider when selecting radio flash triggers for legacy flashes?
I own a Nikon Z6 II. Now I'm looking for radio triggers to use my SB-600/SB-800 flashes off-camera. What features should I be looking for and what factors should I be considering?
I think I need ...
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What does an expensive flash unit buy over a cheap one?
General question:
What will I get from an expensive flash unit, that I can't get from a cheap one?
Specific example:
The $250 Canon Speedlite 430EX II vs. the $50 Neewer TT560. To my naive eye, the ...
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Should I use a SD to CF adapter in my older camera?
I've finally upgraded to digital, with the Canon EOS 5D (Mk. I). I'm debating the advantage of using an SD-CF adapter vs regular CF cards. The primary advantage of the former is that it avoids ...
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How to avoid reflection in watch photos?
I use a cone made out of translum to take watch photos. This creates a reflection on the crystal/face of the watch. Is there a way to avoid this? I need these head on shots to look like the rolex ...
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Do I need to upgrade my camera for group portrait photography?
I have a D3500 with kit lenses which I use to shoot group portraits.
I have read extensively about lighting, aperture, ISO, shutter speed, etc., and have applied my learning to my photos. I shoot all ...
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Are there alternatives to the WP-G1000 silicone grease?
The Nikon AW1 (and other Nikon 1 series products which require this silicone grease) are all long discontinued. This extends to the silicone grease, a key product to maintaining the camera/underwater ...
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How do I chose the right size/power of flash for still life photography?
I'm planning to change my lighting setup from fluorescent lamps to flash, after the guidance given in this question.
At the moment, my two fluorescent lamps are in a softbox which point away from the ...
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Why does my camera randomly shut off and show green all over the screen?
My camera is an Olympus FE-360 digital camera from 2008. I have never had any problems with it but recently my camera will turn on and work completely fine for about a minute, but then will either ...
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Is there a compact camera that offers secure deletion of pictures?
Does any manufacturer produce a compact camera which has the ability to securely delete pictures from the memory card? Or, failing that, have a format feature which really blanks the card rather than ...
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Deciding between the Canon SL3 and T7i [closed]
The Canon SL3 was released this year and has a couple improvements over the T7i, but it also has some setbacks.
The biggest differences that I could find are the image processor, battery life and ...
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Can anyone recommend a telephoto lens for a Sony DSC-H3?
I have a Sony DSC-H3. I'd like to buy some new lenses for it for experimentation purposes. Specifically, I'd like to get a telephoto lens. The only issue is, I can't figure out which one to get. The ...
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What kind of lens to photograph a 1 mm object?
I want to photograph an one mm (or slightly less) object. I have a Canon EOS 80D. What lens should I use, or is there any other way to accomplish this?
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Can smartphones, like iPhone 12 Pro, replace entry-level DSLR cameras?
I am new to this photography. I was planning on buying an entry-level DSLR like Canon Rebel SL3 with a few lenses (18-55 mm, 70-300 mm, and 50 mm prime lens), but after the iPhone 12 pro release I ...
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Set up multiple cameras on a frame to shoot different angles of an item simultaneously on a budget
I have an eBay store and I am looking to increase productivity of the photo taking process. Using my phone, taking an image, then rotating the item and taking another image over and over again is a ...
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Photographing Older Documents
I'm doing a project with a historical group. They have a nice collection of diaries, and want to digitize them, but haven't found anyone interested in doing it, even if they pay them. Some of the ...
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Should I stick with Micro Four Thirds or switch to a larger format before investing in more gear?
Recently I was given a Panasonic GF2 micro 4/3 camera + 14mm pancake lens for my birthday — a nice upgrade to what I have been using recently. I want to start to take my photography more seriously, ...
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Fine adjustment of tripod height
I want to take pictures with my camera at a specific height (and perfectly horizontal). My tripod has an adjustable center column, but it is the usual unlock-pull-lock kind and it's not very practical ...
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What should I look for when shopping for my first DSLR?
I am thinking of buying a digital SLR camera. What things should I be looking for?
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Is calibration of a low blue light OLED display possible?
Right now I am looking for a new laptop for photo editing, and since I don't want to use a secondary display, I would like to have a laptop with a very good built-in display. I don't want to spend the ...
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Does a wide angle crop lens designed for crop sensors have the same FOV as their full frame equivalents? [duplicate]
I'm looking to get into real estate photography and I'm often advised that for full frame cameras you want something like an 18-35mm and in the same breath they also say if you have a crop sensor ...
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Is it necessary to use a full-frame camera to get the best out of my Canon EF 180mm f3.5 L?
I do mostly handheld macro photography and I currently own a Canon 40D. I want to buy a new camera and I don't know what is the best choice.
My goal is to get the best of my lens. So I'm not sure if ...
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What features should one look for when selecting a flash?
I have been thinking of getting a flash to improve my low light photography (particularly indoors). However, there seem to be a number of different models available at similar price points (budget of ...
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What should I consider when shopping for a second lens (after the kit)?
I have a Nikon D7500 with the 18-140 mm zoom lens, and I've been shooting for a couple of years, although I still consider myself to be a beginner photographer (check out my work).
I see myself ...
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Features a camera should have for a 10 year old
I'm looking for a starter camera for a 10-year-old that is interested in photography as a future career. I don't think she knows what kind of pictures she wants to take. She watches a YouTube channel ...
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Which camera should I buy as a beginner? [duplicate]
I'm new to photography. In the past I took photos using cellphones. Cellphones are not professional cameras (are they?), so I want to buy a professional one. Because I have no idea what makes a good ...
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Should I use a 24-105 or a 70-200 lens for photographing a high school marching band?
Ok, I am an amateur photographer and I will start being the marching band photographer for my high school. I will get a Canon 7d soon, but I'm told it has poor low-light capabilities, which is a ...
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How Do I Research An Overhead Scanner versus a Camera
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I need to know how to do my own research when evaluating various overhead scanners against each other at various prices and evaluating various cameras against each other at various ...
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What does the "Hotel Paparazzi" use in Recep İvedik 1 (2008)?
There is a scene involving the hotel paparazzi trying to take a picture of the main character.
What I find funny is how I have my own mid/late 2000s Nikon like the dude has. I have a D80/18-135 but my ...
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Charging DSLR batteries while travelling without regular 220V power supply
I will go on an three-week camping trip around Iceland. My primary power sources will be the 12V socket of the mini camper (while the engine is running) and a 62Wh power bank (charged via the 12V ...
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What should I expect from Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM?
What should I expect from Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM?
Hey guys,
I'm a noobie around here so I hope I don't annoy too many of you with this question.
At the moment I have a Canon EOS 80D and ...
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Questions about Alvandi large format cameras
I recently stumbbled upon this large format camera manufacturer called Mr. Alvandi, in Iran.
They produce a variety of medium and large format cameras (679, 4x5, 5x7, 8x10, 6x17) since about 15 years. ...
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How to align camera perpendicular to the object?
When shooting 2D objects (e.g., artwork), what is the easiest way to make sure that the optical axis of the camera is aligned perpendicular to the object? That is, how do I avoid any perspective ...
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What film should I use in a vintage Fujifilm Clear Shot 20 camera?
I am a beginner photographer and this is the first time I have used an old film camera that belonged to my parents. It is a Fujifilm Clear Shot 20 Auto.
What kind of film should I use and how do I ...
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Can an old DSLR be upgraded to match modern smartphone image quality
I love photography, however, I had a 5 years break. I am on budget. I got my old canon eos 500d (standard lens kit) and was impressed how badly it compares with modern smartphones. I wanted to get a ...
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can 70-200mm lens on Sony a7 iii full frame camera be used in APSC mode instead of 100-400mm lens?
I am a newbie to photography and I am planning to buy a sony a7 iii as my first camera and have safaris in Rwanda in the pipeline and also other tiger safaris in India. I am thinking to buy a 70-200mm ...
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What are the options for an ultra-wide angle rectilinear lens adapted for Sony Full Frame?
I shoot with the Sony Alpha line predominately and currently have a 24mm Quantary Aspherical that I use on it but want to get something wider, ultra-wide. I'm not sure what to get though.
I have ...
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