I was not talking about printing pictures, the difference between working with iPhone photos and DSLR photos in Photoshop is day and night.
As I said, if you're a shoot and post guy, you don't need a dedicated camera.
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I was not talking about printing pictures, the difference between working with iPhone photos and DSLR photos in Photoshop is day and night.
As I said, if you're a shoot and post guy, you don't need a dedicated camera.
I can’t speak for the 11 but I gave up on my DSLR when I got my X. I’ve taken the X only on four different family vacations and captured some amazing shots. Not having to deal with the bag and body when hiking, roller coasters, museums, etc is worth it to me. I know the limitations of the X and shoot within them. The photos now even look fantastic on my new iMac 5K.
My two cents is that its nice camera in a pinch but if you're site seeing/traveling something more robust will be better.
I opted for a Canon G5X Mark II for this very reason. When I'm in situations where my Olympus OMD EM5 II is too much, or I don't want to lug around that much camera/lenses I use my G5X II. So far its been a great addition and one that works well for a travel camera imo
I opted for a Canon G5X Mark II for this very reason. When I'm in situations where my Olympus OMD EM5 II is too much, or I don't want to lug around that much camera/lenses I use my G5X II. So far its been a great addition and one that works well for a travel camera imo
100%. It is a waste to bother with real camera equipment anymore unless you are a professional photographer or a major photography enthusiast. Your iPhone can take amazing pictures while on travel, and for the average person, those pictures will absolutely be as good as any you would take with expensive camera equipment.
I'm a photo/video enthusiast, and I ran a photography business for a few years before selling it. I think that there's little reason for most people to get cameras these days.
One of those reasons is that you need to spend a fair bit on a camera for it to be noticeably better, as well as even more cash on good lenses. You'll want fast primes to really see the differences, and they're not cheap, especially fast, wide primes.
After that, you need to learn some photography (basics of course, but ideally also composition etc.) and you'll need to learn to edit RAW files if you want to get the most from your purchase(s)... so Lightroom, Photoshop, Affinity or something along those lines.
You'll also need a gimbal if you want video to look as smooth as the iPhone, and a tripod if you want good night shots, amongst many other things. Even with a mirrorless setup, that 7 kg carry-on weight limit in many places around the world will be your enemy on every trip lol.
Basically, getting a real camera/lenses is for the hobbyist or professional photographer IMO.
One of those reasons is that you need to spend a fair bit on a camera for it to be noticeably better, as well as even more cash on good lenses. You'll want fast primes to really see the differences, and they're not cheap, especially fast, wide primes.
After that, you need to learn some photography (basics of course, but ideally also composition etc.) and you'll need to learn to edit RAW files if you want to get the most from your purchase(s)... so Lightroom, Photoshop, Affinity or something along those lines.
You'll also need a gimbal if you want video to look as smooth as the iPhone, and a tripod if you want good night shots, amongst many other things. Even with a mirrorless setup, that 7 kg carry-on weight limit in many places around the world will be your enemy on every trip lol.
Basically, getting a real camera/lenses is for the hobbyist or professional photographer IMO.
An advantage for a phone camera vs many more pricey phones is the built in GPS. So I have a history of where the picture was taken.
The disadvantage is battery life. My last big vacation, I took 2 phones along (7+ and X), a battery case for the X, and a standalone battery pack. When you factor in a long day, taking photos, and use of the phone for navigation (including subway directions), I was often lucky to make it to the hotel that night with power remaining
The disadvantage is battery life. My last big vacation, I took 2 phones along (7+ and X), a battery case for the X, and a standalone battery pack. When you factor in a long day, taking photos, and use of the phone for navigation (including subway directions), I was often lucky to make it to the hotel that night with power remaining
As someone who makes a living with photography I can say this is the first camera in a phone I am comfortable with to replace having to carry a camera with me anywhere I go.
Now of course, if I am doing a shoot or big event, I would still use my DSLR, but as far as everyday events and personal photos I don't need to every carry my DSLR again.
Now of course, if I am doing a shoot or big event, I would still use my DSLR, but as far as everyday events and personal photos I don't need to every carry my DSLR again.
Exactly this.
I’ve been into photography since I was on my yearbook staff in high school. Those were the days when you had to develop film in a darkroom. And I do miss those days.
Anywho, as Diamond Dog said, if I’m heading out on a specific photo shoot outing, yes, I load up the back of the SUV with all my gear. But regardless of where I’m going, I also have my phone and will snap a few photos with it. As for day to day stuff, ever since the 7 Plus I just keep my DLSR’s at home and use my phone.
Last year, my wife and I traveled to Europe for two weeks. My iPhone X was the only camera I brought with me. While I got some pretty good images, I do regret not bringing my A7RII with me.
But I’m happy that was at least able to capture lasting memories of our trip and having my iPhone was better than having no camera at all.
But I’m happy that was at least able to capture lasting memories of our trip and having my iPhone was better than having no camera at all.
There are some things that the iPhone just will never be able to quite as well (or at all) compared to a DSLR or Mirrorless. Things like long exposure, star trails, making photos that need filters, really fast action, etc.
But 90% of people will do just fine with an iPhone camera. My professional photography friends love their iPhones (old and new) for taking photos that they aren't taking for $. It's up to the individual though. I love having the option but most of the time, I'm really happy with the camera in my pocket and glad it has been improving year after year. Carrying equipment can be tedious and honestly, annoying, most of the time.
Remember that it's the photographer, not the camera. But in some of the instances I noted above, sometimes it's the camera, lol. So it just depends on what you are shooting, who you are shooting for and what you are doing with the photos.
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Yes, exactly this and same.
Taking my camera out is deliberate these days. I have a specific photo I want to make, I gather up the equipment and make a fun day or trip out of it. But street photography & general "travel" photos - iPhone.
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In short, unless you’re a dedicated hobbyist photographer, the iPhone 11 Pro is going to be enough in most situations.
Up until the XS I always took my Rx100 to vacations and special occasions. However I found that unless I took the time to setup the shot, in most situations the XS took the more pleasing photo.
I’m being careful to say “more pleasing“ and not “better” because technically the RX100 has better glass and a better sensor. However, the XS computational wizardry often left me with the photo I liked best.
i feel the same about the 11 Pro. It’s good enough that I don’t feel like I’m missing much by leaving the RX100 at home.
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There will always be a place for my SLR, but my pocket camera is pretty much redundant now.
Up until the XS I always took my Rx100 to vacations and special occasions. However I found that unless I took the time to setup the shot, in most situations the XS took the more pleasing photo.
I’m being careful to say “more pleasing“ and not “better” because technically the RX100 has better glass and a better sensor. However, the XS computational wizardry often left me with the photo I liked best.
i feel the same about the 11 Pro. It’s good enough that I don’t feel like I’m missing much by leaving the RX100 at home.
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There will always be a place for my SLR, but my pocket camera is pretty much redundant now.
iPhones are lame action cameras. If you're into action photography, strapping a camera on something, the GoPro Hero 8 blows the iPhone away
Wow lot of great info here. Thank you all for your input.
Seems like lot of people are supporting iPhone for travel photography, of course if you are not professional making money out of it.
Camera phones have come a long way.
There was few reasons some people were not using it as much on their travel. No stabilisation, night shots were crap, no portrait shots, no enough lens choice. I think iPhone 11 pro, even though no perfect, will make lot of people think about having lot cameras.
Now the only reason I use action camera, GoPro or osmo action is for swimming, wide lens pics, and all other place I don’t want to take my phone.
But I’m very minimalistic on my travel and convinced now that an iPhone will be enough for my use. I think I will upgrade from iPhone X to iPhone 11 pro.
Seems like lot of people are supporting iPhone for travel photography, of course if you are not professional making money out of it.
Camera phones have come a long way.
There was few reasons some people were not using it as much on their travel. No stabilisation, night shots were crap, no portrait shots, no enough lens choice. I think iPhone 11 pro, even though no perfect, will make lot of people think about having lot cameras.
Now the only reason I use action camera, GoPro or osmo action is for swimming, wide lens pics, and all other place I don’t want to take my phone.
But I’m very minimalistic on my travel and convinced now that an iPhone will be enough for my use. I think I will upgrade from iPhone X to iPhone 11 pro.
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generally speaking, the less you have to pack the better. And an iPhone represents that very much.
The less you travel with, the more liberating and enjoyable your trip will be.
Any decent smartphones these days will take great pictures. Sure there's a market for dedicated cameras, but it's getting smaller every day.
Any decent smartphones these days will take great pictures. Sure there's a market for dedicated cameras, but it's getting smaller every day.
Some people enjoy vacations more with a dedicated camera.
Yes, it can definitely be a valid replacement of a camera and I’m using iPhone for photography since late 2014 (6 Plus).
Main reason: whatever iPhone you use it’s simply better than any camera you have left at home.
My hobby for photography started 40 years ago when I was a child and for years and years I carried with me heavy bags with camera and lenses.... then when I started having kids I started to rationalize my bags, realizing that the newest iPhones can definitely replace a camera in most of the cases.
When I bought my 7Plus 3 years ago I became and iphoneographer and since then that’s the only camera I use.
Many great results so far and many more are yet to come with my new PRO Max.
Last week, with PRO Max
Main reason: whatever iPhone you use it’s simply better than any camera you have left at home.
My hobby for photography started 40 years ago when I was a child and for years and years I carried with me heavy bags with camera and lenses.... then when I started having kids I started to rationalize my bags, realizing that the newest iPhones can definitely replace a camera in most of the cases.
When I bought my 7Plus 3 years ago I became and iphoneographer and since then that’s the only camera I use.
Many great results so far and many more are yet to come with my new PRO Max.
Last week, with PRO Max
The iPhone 11 pro is the sweet spot to where I ditched all my dsl gear and have no interest in gong back. I’m not a pro but comfort myself a photographer. It’s always with me.
In your pocket. You get geotagging, instant editing and upload on social media. You couldn’t pay or give me a dslr to drag around. Only bad shots I get are when I forget to wipe off the lenses with my shirt after fingering them all day when using the phone