{"id":138351,"date":"2019-04-09T19:27:05","date_gmt":"2019-04-10T02:27:05","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/erickimphotography.com\/blog\/?p=138351"},"modified":"2019-04-09T19:36:46","modified_gmt":"2019-04-10T02:36:46","slug":"are-point-and-shoot-cameras-the-best-cameras","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/erickimphotography.com\/blog\/2019\/04\/09\/are-point-and-shoot-cameras-the-best-cameras\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Point-and-Shoot Cameras the Best Cameras?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A thought while watching John Wick 2:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

John Wick seems to ultimately prefer his pistols (small, most versatile gun). Perhaps we as photographers should also prioritize our smallest and most effective cameras– aka point-and-shoot cameras?<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Upsides of point and shoot cameras:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Point and shoot cameras (like RICOH GR II<\/a>):<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Always with you<\/li>
  2. Fits in your front pocket<\/li>
  3. Nowadays they pack a ton of power (so many APS-C DSLR-sized sensors in compact point and shoot cameras). RICOH GR III<\/a> seems to have the best image quality (ever) in a point-and-shoot camera.<\/li>
  4. Superior ergonomics<\/a>: Fits well in your hand, lightweight, and versatile.<\/li>
  5. Has integrated flash<\/a> (Fujifilm XF10 <\/a>and RICOH GR II)<\/li>
  6. LCD<\/a> screen allows for creative perspectives and angles in photography (shooting from a super high-angle<\/a>, pointing down) or putting the camera on the ground from a super low-angle<\/a>.<\/li>
  7. Democratic: The best tools are democratic;<\/a> cheap, affordable, and everyone has access to them.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Obviously if you want the most supreme image quality, you should get a digital medium format camera<\/a>. But in terms of what I consider the best camera:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1. Fits in your front pocket<\/li>
    2. Great image quality<\/li>
    3. Allows you to shoot everyday<\/a>, and all-day<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Standalone digital point and shoot cameras are supreme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      ERIC<\/p>\n\n\n

      EQUIPMENT 101 ><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

      RICOH GR II PHOTOS:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      STREET PORTRAITS<\/a> by KIM<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      Equipment<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThere is no “perfect” camera. Don’t fall into GAS (Gear Acquisition Syndrome)<\/a> and falsely believe that buying a new camera will make you a better photographer.\n\nIf you’re not feeling inspired in your photography, I recommend you to\u00c2\u00a0buy books, not gear<\/a>. Also check out these 75+ Inspirational Photo Books You Gotta Buy<\/a>. You can also download my free books<\/a>.\n

      Equipment Articles ><\/a><\/h2>\n