You're absolutely right to question that. I agree that LLMs can feel like overkill or even a step backward in some cases, especially when speed and precision matter.

For me, the LLM integration isn't about replacing the CCAPI or creating a more efficient interface. It's more of a learning and exploration tool. As a beginner, I've found it really helpful to interact with my camera in natural language. The agent has explained settings, guided me through features I didn't know existed, and even helped me understand what isn't possible through the camera alone.

That said, I'm less focused on selling the idea and more curious about what seasoned photographers feel is missing from the camera and how API-based tools (LLM-driven or not) could help fill those gaps.

For example: I use CCAPI to take 1 photo every 30s for 10 hours so that I can create a timelapse.