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Just make sure you invest on a good sturdy tripod. That is crucial if you want to try night photography.
Camera Equipment Suggestions?
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Check out manfrotto. I have the iPhone clamp that can mount on top of any tripod.
I also use manfrotto tripod. They are sturdy and lightweight.
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I checked it out. They have some interesting stuff for iPhone camera use. Ill be looking into some of that stuff.
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I was a pro back in the "film" days and now just dabble for fun and personal projects. I have three simple suggestions.
Shoot what you can afford.
Master what you have and understand it's limitations.
Learn what makes a good photograph.
We get so worked up on equipment we forget that even the simplest of cameras can take a great photograph in the hands of a good photographer. Yes, long telephotos or super-wide lenses can make for dramatic images. Having a bazillion megapixels is handy too. In the end if the image doesn't tell a story, move the viewer or dramatically record a moment in time we wish to save forever it's just a snapshot and we all have drawers full of snapshots.
Learn about composition and how the eye moves through an image. Understand light and use it for dramatic effect. Learn the basic tools of photography; aperture, shutter-speed and ISO and how they are used to capture the image you see in your mind. Then shoot lots of images and learn from your mistakes. Most of all, have fun. Photography is a great reason to #outfitandexplore
Shoot what you can afford.
Master what you have and understand it's limitations.
Learn what makes a good photograph.
We get so worked up on equipment we forget that even the simplest of cameras can take a great photograph in the hands of a good photographer. Yes, long telephotos or super-wide lenses can make for dramatic images. Having a bazillion megapixels is handy too. In the end if the image doesn't tell a story, move the viewer or dramatically record a moment in time we wish to save forever it's just a snapshot and we all have drawers full of snapshots.
Learn about composition and how the eye moves through an image. Understand light and use it for dramatic effect. Learn the basic tools of photography; aperture, shutter-speed and ISO and how they are used to capture the image you see in your mind. Then shoot lots of images and learn from your mistakes. Most of all, have fun. Photography is a great reason to #outfitandexplore
Only problem with a Session is no removable battery. If you can run power to it, I believe that's an option. Otherwise, when it's out of juice, you've lost the camera until it's recharged.
You could get a cheaper Chinese knock-off with replaceable batteries. You'll still get decent video (from what I hear) and they cost a lot less money. Plus, if you go with a cheaper model and break it, it's virtually disposable anyway.
As for video and photos, depends on your needs and skill. But I bought a Panasonic Lumix G7 last winter for $500 bucks. Shoots great video but the stabilization is only OK. Takes good pictures too. Not as small as a point and shoot but not as big as a DLSR. Has interchangeable lenses too. The kit 14-42 lens is perfect for vlog style video. Unfortunately, they are up to about $800 now. The newer version, G85 is a grand and an amateur probably couldn't get any more use out of a Canon 80D. Plus it's weather sealed and has better IS than the G7.
In any case, I use the G7 almost exclusively for most of my vlog footage. Added a Rode Video Mic GO and a GorillaPod. Love it. For photos, iPhone or when I'm serious, my Canon T2i. G7 takes nice stills but prefer to leave it in video mode.
