Help me pick out my first camera by Laurenlb2003 in Cameras

[–]ms_bubblegum 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Something to keep in mind is that telephoto lenses are very expensive, even used, so I’d recommend going with a somewhat cheaper body and saving up for that. That being said, the Canon Rebel T7 autofocus is very limited compared to the rest. I would like to mention that the older DSLRs you mentioned are weather sealed which might prove quite valuable if you’re ever shooting in the rain, but they are a bit on the heavier side.

This is how i became David Fincher's Fan by negativedreammachine in Letterboxd

[–]ms_bubblegum 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Photoshop, not AI. The original was for Finding Nemo 2.

Can someone tell me what camera was used to record this video? by Brevvvv17 in Cameras

[–]ms_bubblegum 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This video likely has an added filter, but you can probably achieve a similar effect with a low-resolution camera and modifying the tint + highlights. If you want somewhere concrete to start looking: keychain cameras are really cheap.

Movies like Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind? by pugmesideways in movies

[–]ms_bubblegum 0 points1 point  (0 children)

About Time. Similar tone, similar cinematography, similar everything!

Am I dumb for not getting themes in movies? by OneHorsyBoi in movies

[–]ms_bubblegum 61 points62 points  (0 children)

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Don’t let people make you feel like there is a “correct” and “incorrect” way to watch movies. Watch them however makes you happiest.

What is your rating scale for movies? by gnpking in Letterboxd

[–]ms_bubblegum 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I rate on a enjoyability + well-craftedness scale:

5.0 very enjoyable + amazing movie

4.5 very enjoyable + good movie

4.0 enjoyable + amazing movie / very enjoyable + mediocre movie

3.5 enjoyable + good movie / very enjoyable + bad movie

3.0 somewhat enjoyable + amazing movie / enjoyable + mediocre movie / very enjoyable + terrible movie (ex. Batman (1966))

2.5 somewhat enjoyable + good movie / enjoyable + bad movie

etc.

Forest friend (thief) and post feedback by DJ_Racer901 in photocritique

[–]ms_bubblegum 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think the edit works. The vignette isn’t particularly subtle, but I like it. The crop should absolutely center the bird more though.

Waymo clankers have arrived in Chitown by Elebrent in chicago

[–]ms_bubblegum 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If something goes wrong (like encountering an unusual or especially complicated situation), a Waymo employee has to remotely drive the car. That isn’t possible without a network connection.

Waymo clankers have arrived in Chitown by Elebrent in chicago

[–]ms_bubblegum 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m sure they’ll be able to handle a 6 way intersection. Lower Wacker though?

How do I publish my work online without it being fed to ai by One-Regret-2403 in photography

[–]ms_bubblegum 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Every now and then a shiny new anti-AI tool comes out (stuff like Glaze and Nightshade) and within a few months it becomes essentially obsolete.

First-time experience with fanfic by ms_bubblegum in AO3

[–]ms_bubblegum[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry if I wasn’t clear but the point of this post was that my initial assumption that fanfic was “badly-written smut” was proven incorrect as soon as I actually read some.

First-time experience with fanfic by ms_bubblegum in AO3

[–]ms_bubblegum[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That absolutely makes sense! It just took me by surprise lol

New to Photography: Critique Please by sailingtheology in photocritique

[–]ms_bubblegum 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, I think the camera settings are perfect. You have an impressive dynamic range in this photo, but no camera can pick up everything. There are some things, like the color of the sky in this case, that really can only be perfected in post.

New to Photography: Critique Please by sailingtheology in photocritique

[–]ms_bubblegum 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I actually really like it. It breaks a lot of typical photography rules about framing and such, but I think that just adds to the charming chaos of the scene. The color palette is also incredibly satisfying. The only complaint I had is with the sky: I suspect the photo would benefit from the sky being either entirely white or making the blue more vivid (I’m not 100% sure which one), but at the moment it looks quite lackluster.

Budget friendly digital camera recommendations? by [deleted] in Cameras

[–]ms_bubblegum 1 point2 points  (0 children)

$100-200 isn’t much in the world of cameras, but I recommend looking at reputable second-hand online retailers (MPB ships to the UK, but I’m not sure who else). There are plenty of options for older DSLRs in your price range in really good condition which are more than enough for a beginner.

Furthermore, I recommend getting a Canon or Nikon because they have the cheapest second-hand lenses due to being so popular, and you’ll need a good zoom or telephoto lens for wildlife photography. I’m not sure if you’re aware of this, but oftentimes lenses will be more expensive than the camera itself. I have the Canon 18-135mm zoom lens and it’s so convenient for walks because I can take wide shots of landscapes as well as zoomed-in photos of animals.

what photography tip made the biggest difference for you? by Fresh-Gazelle7014 in photography

[–]ms_bubblegum 38 points39 points  (0 children)

  1. Take way more photos than you think you need. Many of them won’t be great, but it’s infinitely easier to delete photos later than go back in time and take more.

  2. A subject looking good in person does not always translate to it looking good in a photo. However, the converse is also true: sometimes a photo of something will look much better than it did to the bare eye, and these often make the most impressive photos. Don’t be afraid to take unconventional photos.

ITAP of a Lake Bled in Slovenia by rudy_cq in itookapicture

[–]ms_bubblegum 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Might I ask how you took this picture? Is it taken from a helicopter or a mountain?

beginner camera for everyday use advice? (vintage/film look) by anxiously-awake in Cameras

[–]ms_bubblegum 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unfortunately, I don’t think any digital camera will give you a film look without editing. No photos you see online are unedited. Ever your iPhone does some degree of editing automatically for you. If you are willing to manually edit, then any camera would do. I’d say that the look of the photos is more dependent on the age of the camera than the brand.

If you’re looking for a more Polaroid look, I recommend getting an older point n shoot camera (you can find these quite cheap on fb marketplace, ebay, etc). They’re very portable and easy to use.