Photo of the Day | April 2025

[TechRunner]

Many years ago I fell in love with photography and bought my first "real" camera, a Minolta X-700. Over the next decade, people conspired to ruin my enjoyment of taking photos (long story), so I sold my gear and pretty much walked away. I've dabbled off and on since then, but never had the time to devote to learning the craft. Because of the ubiquity of cell phone cameras I'm starting to feel the return of that itch, so I've invested a bit in myself to see if I can light the fire again.

With thanks to @cjsuk and @OldMacs4Me for sharing their positive thoughts on the Z 50 series.

 

[cjsuk]

Many years ago I fell in love with photography and bought my first "real" camera, a Minolta X-700. Over the next decade, people conspired to ruin my enjoyment of taking photos (long story), so I sold my gear and pretty much walked away. I've dabbled off and on since then, but never had the time to devote to learning the craft. Because of the ubiquity of cell phone cameras I'm starting to feel the return of that itch, so I've invested a bit in myself to see if I can light the fire again.

With thanks to @cjsuk and @OldMacs4Me for sharing their positive thoughts on the Z 50 series.

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Excellent choice 👌. Throughly enjoy mine 👍

 

[someoldguy]

Many years ago I fell in love with photography and bought my first "real" camera, a Minolta X-700. Over the next decade, people conspired to ruin my enjoyment of taking photos (long story), so I sold my gear and pretty much walked away. I've dabbled off and on since then, but never had the time to devote to learning the craft. Because of the ubiquity of cell phone cameras I'm starting to feel the return of that itch, so I've invested a bit in myself to see if I can light the fire again.

With thanks to @cjsuk and @OldMacs4Me for sharing their positive thoughts on the Z 50 series.

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Wear it out !

 

[Strider64]

First time taking a picture of a Warbling Vireo at Nankin Lake, Wayne County as bird goes it isn't the prettiest bird, but sure sure sounds nice when singing. I could listen to it all day.

 

[mollyc]

Many years ago I fell in love with photography and bought my first "real" camera, a Minolta X-700. Over the next decade, people conspired to ruin my enjoyment of taking photos (long story), so I sold my gear and pretty much walked away. I've dabbled off and on since then, but never had the time to devote to learning the craft. Because of the ubiquity of cell phone cameras I'm starting to feel the return of that itch, so I've invested a bit in myself to see if I can light the fire again.

With thanks to @cjsuk and @OldMacs4Me for sharing their positive thoughts on the Z 50 series.

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happy new gear day!

 

[dimme]

Another San Francisco Neighborhood



SSF-250210-24.jpg by Charles Martorelli, on Flickr

 

[TechRunner]

Excellent choice 👌. Throughly enjoy mine 👍

I appreciate your input very much. I'm looking forward to putting it through its paces!

 

[TechRunner]

happy new gear day!

Thank you! I'm excited to get learning (again).

 

[TechRunner]

Wear it out !

That's the plan!

 

[OldMacs4Me]

Many years ago I fell in love with photography and bought my first "real" camera, a Minolta X-700. Over the next decade, people conspired to ruin my enjoyment of taking photos (long story), so I sold my gear and pretty much walked away. I've dabbled off and on since then, but never had the time to devote to learning the craft. Because of the ubiquity of cell phone cameras I'm starting to feel the return of that itch, so I've invested a bit in myself to see if I can light the fire again.

With thanks to @cjsuk and @OldMacs4Me for sharing their positive thoughts on the Z 50 series.

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I think you will absolutely love that lens.

 

[OldMacs4Me]

Taken with the Z50 and an 18-140 Nikkor lens.

 

[TechRunner]

I think you will absolutely love that lens.

I do too. All reviews of it, including yours and cjsuk's have been very positive. I've only shot a few test shots so far, but the range and clarity are impressive to me. Seems like the perfect walkaround lens, which is what I was after.

 

[Snowlover]

 

[goldmac2006]

 

[mollyc]

 

[Ish]

This is the Horse Drawn Tram that runs between Victor Harbour and Granite Island. This is on the new, recently built causeway. Unfortunately, the old causeway just became beyond repair and dangerous.

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I feel a bit sorry for that horse pulling that large tram! It looks well cared for though 🙂

Many years ago I fell in love with photography and bought my first "real" camera, a Minolta X-700. Over the next decade, people conspired to ruin my enjoyment of taking photos (long story), so I sold my gear and pretty much walked away. I've dabbled off and on since then, but never had the time to devote to learning the craft. Because of the ubiquity of cell phone cameras I'm starting to feel the return of that itch, so I've invested a bit in myself to see if I can light the fire again.

With thanks to @cjsuk and @OldMacs4Me for sharing their positive thoughts on the Z 50 series.

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I'm sorry you had your enjoyment spoilt by others, it's a shame when that happens. Now go out and show 'em and have the last laugh!!! All the best, Ish 🙂

 

[arkitect]

The Circus, 1754
Bath, Somerset

Olympus E-M10 II
Olympus M.Zuiko f/1.8

 

[tizeye]

 

[Strider64]

Many years ago I fell in love with photography and bought my first "real" camera, a Minolta X-700. Over the next decade, people conspired to ruin my enjoyment of taking photos (long story), so I sold my gear and pretty much walked away. I've dabbled off and on since then, but never had the time to devote to learning the craft. Because of the ubiquity of cell phone cameras I'm starting to feel the return of that itch, so I've invested a bit in myself to see if I can light the fire again.

With thanks to @cjsuk and @OldMacs4Me for sharing their positive thoughts on the Z 50 series.

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I watch Simon d'Entremont's YouTube videos, and I agree with him: some photos may not be the sharpest or technically perfect but are still great. Ignore naysayers and enjoy your photographs, regardless of others' opinions.

 

[svish]

 

[OldMacs4Me]

I watch Simon d'Entremont's YouTube videos, and I agree with him: some photos may not be the sharpest or technically perfect but are still great. Ignore naysayers and enjoy your photographs, regardless of others' opinions.

Only time I had an issue was when I tried to stop all the way down on a few images. Images were visibly softer. That said if you stop a stop short of minimum aperture, it's not gonna be an issue. That's also true of most long throw zoom lenses, regardless of the maker.

 

[Clix Pix]

 

[Apple fanboy]

Many years ago I fell in love with photography and bought my first "real" camera, a Minolta X-700. Over the next decade, people conspired to ruin my enjoyment of taking photos (long story), so I sold my gear and pretty much walked away. I've dabbled off and on since then, but never had the time to devote to learning the craft. Because of the ubiquity of cell phone cameras I'm starting to feel the return of that itch, so I've invested a bit in myself to see if I can light the fire again.

With thanks to @cjsuk and @OldMacs4Me for sharing their positive thoughts on the Z 50 series.

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Enjoy. Nikon Z6iii shooter here. Looking forward to seeing your photos.

 

[TechRunner]

Enjoy. Nikon Z6iii shooter here. Looking forward to seeing your photos.

Thank you. I really enjoy yours. Keep up the great work!

 

[TechRunner]

I watch Simon d'Entremont's YouTube videos, and I agree with him: some photos may not be the sharpest or technically perfect but are still great. Ignore naysayers and enjoy your photographs, regardless of others' opinions.

My problem was actually the opposite. People liked my photos for the most part, so I was thrust into the role of official photographer for everything, mostly at my own expense (this was in the film/development days). I was never able to just enjoy a moment or event without someone scrambling for me to do their work of capturing their moment for them, so in a fit of frustration I sold my gear and walked away.

Now, thanks to cell phones everyone has a camera, and I'm free to explore at MY will. But I reserve the right to post marginal photos here Thank you for your kind words.