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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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I have a Canon EOS 50D, and my lens (EFS 18-200 mm) just broke. What should I replace?

I'm not sure how much the body of a camera impacts the quality of a photo. I'm not new to photography but I am very new to photography gear. Replacing the lens is about 150 on ebay. Is it worth it to ...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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