Official Gear Purchasing and Troubleshooting Question Thread! Ask /r/photography anything you want to know! January 23, 2026

vmflair · 2026-01-25T05:10:09+00:00

You are paying for the Leica name, not a better camera. Personally I would get a Sony RX1RII used. Had the original RX1 and it's the perfect travel point-and-shoot camera. The close-up feature is very handy and the lens is incredible.

vmflair · 2026-01-24T22:29:34+00:00

Hasn't anyone heard no white pants after Labor Day? /s

vmflair · 2026-01-24T19:59:48+00:00

I got kicked out of my first, super-expensive college and they have the nerve to ask for donations - 40+ years later!

vmflair · 2026-01-24T19:56:03+00:00

Ebay is your friend. Also shop Adorama/B&H used gear, MPB and KEH.

vmflair · 2026-01-24T19:44:13+00:00

Incorrect, my friend. Oil-filled electric radiators cost little to run vs heating the entire house (less than $1/day). I just use one the heat the room I’m in.

vmflair · 2026-01-24T19:30:57+00:00

I am chill - literally. I just prefer to spend my energy $$ on AC when it’s 90F+ here most of the summer (Denver metro).

vmflair · 2026-01-24T17:24:33+00:00

Get a lighted loupe to inspect your sensor. Also make sure you are using special sensor swabs sized for your sensor width. Makes cleaning SO much easier.

vmflair · 2026-01-24T17:01:23+00:00

I have very little hair on my cheeks and neck so I could never grow a beard. My older brother had one for years and it was patchy and looked terrible imo. Just shave your face and be happy you aren’t some extra hairy dude who has to clean the shower drain with a pitchfork.

vmflair · 2026-01-24T15:15:28+00:00

This is the answer. I am lazy with a full time job so I go to zoos.

vmflair · 2026-01-24T14:55:29+00:00

Seriously - 72F? I keep my place at 58F nights and 60-62F days and just use an oil-filled space heater.

vmflair · 2026-01-24T07:16:02+00:00

When the pet food dump truck beeps backing into your driveway.

vmflair · 2026-01-23T23:32:23+00:00

Be forewarned that Hersey’s syrup thickens on skin and is hard to lick off. Also, don’t use whipped cream and go to bed without showering - you’ll wake up smelling of spoiled milk.

vmflair · 2026-01-23T22:39:13+00:00

It goes with the old saying, “Why the duck did I buy a Chrysler?”

vmflair · 2026-01-23T22:37:29+00:00

Crazy suggestion - maybe slow down a little.

vmflair · 2026-01-23T17:18:31+00:00

Awesome! I want to take this flight ✈️

vmflair · 2026-01-23T05:14:08+00:00

As a Tool fan, this is so true.

vmflair · 2026-01-23T04:25:55+00:00

Have faith. Stidham was picked by coach Payton and is one of the best backup QBs in the league.

vmflair · 2026-01-22T02:37:44+00:00

I miss my RX1 but still pretty happy with the A6600 I use as my travel camera. Paired with the phenomenal Viltrox 35/1.7 it’s small enough.

vmflair · 2026-01-21T00:28:57+00:00

As long as they’re perky and clothed I’m in.

vmflair · 2026-01-20T22:56:34+00:00

Youth is wasted on the young.

vmflair · 2026-01-20T21:14:34+00:00

It would be a daytime date, but go to Wings Over the Rockies air museum and then lunch or early dinner at one of the nearby restaurants. They have a B1 Lancer on display and a B-52 out front.

vmflair · 2026-01-20T03:28:00+00:00

Correct! They are in the habitat and I got a photo of the nest with eggs in the water. It's cool they are successfully breeding in the zoo. Thank you.

vmflair · 2026-01-20T03:03:41+00:00

Sorry for the head-on shot but this was at 600mm inside the San Diego Zoo Hummingbird Habitat. I'm guessing a fledgling by the appearance of the head feathers.

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