Clint, I went through that a number of years ago. Also felt less "professional" when using the iPhone and not a REAL camera. But I just got tired of carrying all that gear. And by now my iPhone holds more megapixels and more lens opportunities then my old cameras. I have my Lumix sittting on a tripod in my living room and consider it an "art piece" and a few other camera's in a drawer somewhere. Ah to keep up with the changing times! Fondly, Michael
Interesting discussion you had with yourself today. I had a similar one back ........... oh, maybe 1973 - so, I was like 30 and involved with building my dome and moving my life 'out to the country'. That simple decision wound up deciding many more things that came with that - some anticipated; (peace and quiet, a much slower pace but a LOT more work) others made themselves known - ready or not - like "ooops, how much did you say it would cost to bring electricity 3 miles from the road, ditto the phone line; whadayamean there's no water where we drilled the well!!! That set the tone for the next 14 years. But one decision I made deliberately was to ditch my camera. I found I was always 'looking for the shot', instead of just being 'there'! That continues today; I have a phone and occasionally think to take a picture of 'something'. For better or worse, I think I have been "more present" as a result. I value pics that friends have given me of people, places and things we've experienced together but very few that I took myself. I'm mostly happy with that decision made long ago. That said, I'm REALLY enjoying riding along with you and seeing life through your eyes and lenses.
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I ONLY use the camera on my IPhone for photos and all of the videos I post!
You’re leading the way as usual, Dan! Cheers, my friend. 🌈✌️
Clint, I went through that a number of years ago. Also felt less "professional" when using the iPhone and not a REAL camera. But I just got tired of carrying all that gear. And by now my iPhone holds more megapixels and more lens opportunities then my old cameras. I have my Lumix sittting on a tripod in my living room and consider it an "art piece" and a few other camera's in a drawer somewhere. Ah to keep up with the changing times! Fondly, Michael
I feel all of that, Michael. Only planning to keep a few cameras and lenses. Just in case. lol
Interesting discussion you had with yourself today. I had a similar one back ........... oh, maybe 1973 - so, I was like 30 and involved with building my dome and moving my life 'out to the country'. That simple decision wound up deciding many more things that came with that - some anticipated; (peace and quiet, a much slower pace but a LOT more work) others made themselves known - ready or not - like "ooops, how much did you say it would cost to bring electricity 3 miles from the road, ditto the phone line; whadayamean there's no water where we drilled the well!!! That set the tone for the next 14 years. But one decision I made deliberately was to ditch my camera. I found I was always 'looking for the shot', instead of just being 'there'! That continues today; I have a phone and occasionally think to take a picture of 'something'. For better or worse, I think I have been "more present" as a result. I value pics that friends have given me of people, places and things we've experienced together but very few that I took myself. I'm mostly happy with that decision made long ago. That said, I'm REALLY enjoying riding along with you and seeing life through your eyes and lenses.
Thanks, Dennis. Done, huh? Sounds way more involved than my cameras. Appreciate your kind words of encouragement. Cheers!