r/PhotographyPH

Hi everyone, I need help choosing a camera because I am honestly overwhelmed with all the options.

A bit of background. I used to own a Canon 600D years ago and was into photography, but that was a long time ago so I would consider myself a beginner again.

Right now I am looking for a compact camera that is mainly good for photos but can also take really nice videos. I do not mind a camera with interchangeable lenses, but I would also be happy with a good point and shoot. I just do not want something too bulky since I want to be able to bring it in a medium sized bag when traveling.

At first I really wanted the Canon G7X (I know, very cliche), but I realized it is quite old already. Then I started looking at the Sony RX100 VII, which is also not new, so now I am confused if release date actually matters that much in the camera world.

I also came across the Fujifilm XM5 and now I feel even more unsure.

My main use:
😀photos of myself and my dog
😀gym content and casual videos
😀travel photos and videos
😀possibly getting into content creation or influencing

What I am looking for:
🙃good to excellent photo quality
🙃decent to above average video quality
🙃compact and easy to carry
🙃easy transfer to phone or laptop
🙃beginner friendly but still something I can grow into

Budget:
Can stretch up to 70k-80k but syempre mas preferred parin if may mas mura po! Hehe I CANT EDIT THE TITLE PO. But my dad said he can add 10k if aabot but sana naman hindi 🙃

I guess I just want to make sure that if I am spending this much, I get something that can do both photos and videos well.

Any recommendations or advice would really help, especially from people who use their cameras for both content and everyday life.

Just picked up a used Sony a6700 with the Sony 16–55mm f/2.8 G for ₱100,000 (about US$1,800). It came with two OEM batteries, a dual charger, a baseplate, and has around 9,000 shutter actuations.

I'm new to the Sony system and would love to hear from other a6700 users:

• Was this a fair deal?
• For stills and occasional video, would you recommend a V60 or V90 SD card?
• Any recommendations for local (Philippine-based) brands or stores for camera bags, straps, or other accessories?
• What camera settings or custom buttons have made the biggest difference in your shooting?

Looking forward to learning from the community. Thanks!

Still torn between Sigma 17-40 f1.8 vs. Prime Sigma Contemporary Lenses.

I mostly shoot bikes, cars, my family.
Seldomly shoot real estate (Sigma 10-18(?) or Viltrox 9mm f2.8)

Any recos? I sold my Tamron 17-70 f2.8 because I wanted to replace it with Sigma lenses.

TYIA!

hello, is anyone looking for a camera? i'm trying to sell out my dlsr for 10.5k, but i'm still taking on for some offers. i just badly need the money for my upcoming tuition fees

hi! before i only bought cameras for casual use. to take photos whenever i go out with friends and family but now i want to take photography more seriously.

there’s a photography contest i want to join in and tbh i don’t know how to go about it. i just want to join because i enjoy taking pictures. that’s why i wanna ask what makes a good photographer? and also if there are tips that you can share about how to win in a contest🥲 the contest is all bout gender empowerment! i will really appreciate it. thank you!

Hello! So bumili ako ng Fujifilm X100VI last Jan 2025 as a gift sa sarili ko. As in zero knowledge talaga ako sa photography nung binili ko siya as in wala, naisip ko lang na baka maging masayang new hobby. Kaso dahil sobrang busy, di ko rin nagamit agad. Ngayon na medyo maluwag luwag na sched ko, tinry ko siyang aralin kaso nadiscover ko na sobrang overwhelming pala! Hindi ko masyado keri matuto sa youtube lang, feeling ko kailangan ko talaga ng hands-on para magets ko yung basics.

Tanong ko lang if may alam kayong mga beginner workshops na pwede kong attendan na pwede yung camerang nabili ko? G lang ako kahit paid workshops, basta legit na for absolute beginners sana. (preferably around cavite or metro manila area!)

Hello po, I'm new to using films and just want to ask lang po if film cameras (specially the point and shoot ones na hindi disposable) are allowed on concert venues?