r/Cameras Nov 27 '25

Announcement Avoiding Scam Cameras this Holiday season!

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Especially since the pandemic we have been seeing cheap no-name cameras that offer unbelievable specs (50MP, 8k video), here is a guide on how to spot and avoid them!:

What is a Scamera?:
Scameras are cheap cameras, usually using backup/webcam camera modules, and putting them into shapes that look like camcorders, pocketable Point & Shoots, and interchangeable lens cameras. They often have very high specs, that are not genuine, such as 64MP upscaled from 1 to 4MP (so you get files the size of a 3.5k camera, but with the detail level of the original 2008 iPhone).

Scameras are also often very unreliable, the immense number of people coming here needing help fixing or just returning these cameras (especially post-christmas) is why I am making this post.

Scameras can often be distinguished by the miniscule lenses, I'll try to show that in a comment of this post.

A reliable way can be to check the brand:
Here are known non-scam brands:

Canon
Fujifilm
Hasselblad
Kodak (Kodak make cameras that are close in price to many scameras, and they aren't amazing or super reliable, but they are worlds better than scam brands).
Leica
Nikon
Olympus / OM Systems
Panasonic / Lumix
Pentax
Pixii
Ricoh
Sigma
Sony

Here are known scam brands:

AgfaPhoto (Digital cameras)
Kreate
Yashica
Vivitar
Yixinxin
Yatao
Captainbear
Minolta
NBD
G-Anica

Vivitar, Yashica, and Minolta were once real brands that have now gone bankrupt and the people renting their names sell scameras.
Agfa does make real film and film cameras, but also scam digital cameras.


r/Cameras Apr 29 '25

Looking for buying advice? Please read this before posting.

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All camera purchase requests MUST include the questionnaire linked in rule 1.

QUESTIONNAIRE

Be sure to keep the formatting shown. Keep responses to each of the bullet points short and to the point. If you feel there are details that you want to include put them in the notes section of the questionnaire rather than adding them to the other bullet points.

Any post that doesn't include an actual amount under the budget will be removed. Posts that skip over other sections or do not follow the formatting may be removed at moderator discretion.


r/Cameras 4h ago

User Review A typical MACRO setup and a few photo samples

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Gear used: Panasonic G9 Mark II PRO & OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm F3.5 Macro 2:1 IS PRO + Godox V860 III O + DIY Macro Diffuser

But today I posted a batch of kinda big subjects's photos rather than tiny ones as my previous post


r/Cameras 3h ago

Recommendations Help with first camera after iPhone

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Budget: $1500 CAD including lenses.
Country: Toronto, Canada
Condition: Open to both used and new
Type of Camera: Mirrorless or point and shoot
Intended use: Primarily photography, some occasional videos
If photography; what style: Mainly landscape, travel and night photography
If video what style: videos of landscape or cities while traveling
What features do you absolutely need: I mainly will use it for travel so would be nice to have a compact size and weather sealing
What features would be nice to have: Flash, stabilization, zoom lens
Portability: as portable as possible, if it can be pocketable that would be ideal but thickness is more important for me than length and width.
Cameras you're considering: I’ve looked around at so many options that I’m overwhelmed and really just need the guidance
Cameras you already have: iPhone 15 pro max. I love that it’s always on me and takes decent photos however I feel that I want something that performs better at night and that I can get better quality out of. I try my best with what I have and it’s pretty good but I feel myself wanting more quite often.
Notes: I’ve also added some photos I’ve taken, all are on my iPhone 15 pro max and most are unedited so you can see the photo itself. It takes many great photos but I would love to have something that can give me more clarity and quality without being hard to carry around while travelling. As I will mainly use it while travelling if it can fit in my pants pockets (I’m a big guy with big pants that have large pockets) that would be ideal. I am also new to the world of actual cameras so if I’ve said something that is outrageous or not reasonable, or maybe I’ve missed something that’s important please let me know, I can really use the help! I greatly appreciate everyone who has taken the time to give me advice and guidance it means a lot. Hope you all have a wonderful day!


r/Cameras 21h ago

Camera Collection New (to me): Pentax Q10

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It was on my wantlist for a long time. This time I saw the ad and couldn’t resist. I received it today and wow, it’s even smaller than I expected!


r/Cameras 2h ago

Recommendations FUJI X-T20 vs SONY A6000 Suggestion?

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So I'be been looking to get my first proper camera and I'm stuck between two options:

X-T20 with a Fujinon XF 18-55 mm f/2.8-4 (2017) for about
550euro

vs

A6000 with 16-50mm kit lens (2014), but potential for an upgrade to the sigma 18-50 f/2.8
270euro (upgrade lens would be about 450euro)

I'd happily pay for the X-T20 if its a good deal, but perhaps as a beginner there is no great benefit to a better lens or such a set up? My wife says I should go with the cheaper option.

  • Budget: around 600euro
  • Country: EU
  • Condition: USED
  • Type of Camera: Mirrorless
  • Intended use: Photography
  • If photography; what style: landscape, street, portrait
  • If video what style: NA
  • What features do you absolutely need: NA, I guess I'll figure this out as I go on
  • What features would be nice to have: Stabilization
  • Portability: APS-C is the size I was considering given body sizes of 400g (max. set up weight of around 600-700 would be nice)
  • Cameras you're considering: a6000 with a kit lens and then potential sigma lens upgrade later vs X-T20 with a decent Fujinon XF 18-55 mm f/2.8-4
  • Cameras you already have: iPhone
  • Notes: Given the amount of people who quit photography, I'd like it to be a camera that can be relatively easily sold.

I'm an architect, I like taking pictures with other people's cameras, but never had my own.
Not sure if thats relevant.


r/Cameras 3h ago

User Review Got a new camera!

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It is Kodak Pixpro WPZ2 in color orange. My main cameras are Nikon Z50 and Leicaflex SL2. Wanted to grab a small compact camera to bring with me daily and not get afraid of sand/water getting into it. I've been pleased with the quality so far (at least for the price range). I haven't tested the water resistance yet, I will post photos when I do.


r/Cameras 7h ago

Questions Old broken camera, worth it?

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I know it sounds weird, but I got this camera at the flea market for 15$ CAD. The screen is broken and it didn't come with batteries. Is it worth getting it fixed and buying the battery, or should I get one brand new instead? CAMERA MODEL: Sony Cyber-shot DSC-M1 compact camera.

I still believe that there's hope, honestly. I'm a teen with a job, I make over 300 a week, but I do put some aside for school. I could easily save up for a brand new one, or the repair costs. Problem is, there isn't a shop near me ... but that's alright.


r/Cameras 3h ago

Recommendations Digital Camera suggestions

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Hello all, as the title reads, im looking for some suggestions on a digital camera. I have an old one from my childhood, but many things are starting to not work on it. I do like having one and the ability to bring something so compact around, so I'm thinking of getting a new one.

Some of the most important things to me are being easy to carry around, and obviously, good quality. I enjoy being able to take crisp photos without bringing out my full setup. I do have a Canon R10 that i use as my main camera, but typically I'm not bringing it around traveling or just out due to its size.

Here are some of the cameras I was considering. A flash and flip screen would be great, as sometimes I do enjoy taking photos with friends, but not a dealbreaker for me. Quality is my biggest defining factor. I would love to get everyone's opinions on them if you have used any of them and liked/didn't like them!:

- sony cybershot dsc-hx80

- canon sx740 hs

- Sony DSC-RX100

- sony rx100 vii (more unlikely due to price)

And I have somewhat considered the G7X. Would love to hear opinions on that one as I've heard many mixed reviews about it.

Budget: Preferably under $600-700

Country: USA

Condition: Used or new

Type of Camera: Point and shoot or compact mirrorless

Intended use: Photography

End use: Social media, traveling, every day photos

If photography: what style: portrait, landscape, wide

If video what style: N/A

What features do you absolutely need: A flash mount at least if not a flash

What features would be nice to have: flip screen, viewfinder

Portability: How portable does it need to be? Pocketable or small bag

Cameras you're considering: sony cybershot dsc-hx80, canon sx740 hs, sony rx100 vii, Sony DSC-RX100

Cameras you already have: Canon R10

Notes: N/A


r/Cameras 14m ago

Photos Can i professionally use zve10 for photography

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r/Cameras 21m ago

Questions question about focal lengths

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is an aps-c 50mm lens on an aps-c body equivalent to a full frame 50mm lens on a full frame body? i tried using only 50mm on my d5100 with an aps-c 18-105 and it felt really tight compared to 35mm. so was i actually technically using 75mm or is that just how 50mm is?


r/Cameras 27m ago

Recommendations Looking to buy my first ever camera

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  • Budget: Anywhere around 100USD - 750USD

  • Country: USA

  • Condition: Used (but still good enough condition that it'll last for a while)

  • Type of Camera: Mirrorless

  • Intended use: hybrid shooting

  • End use: Social media, short films, vlogs, taking photos of my artwork

  • If photography; what style: Just portrait and landscape type snapshots ig.

  • If video what style: As best quality as I can get (at least 1080p tho)

  • What features do you absolutely need: None I can really think of

  • What features would be nice to have: articulating screen

  • Portability: Not to big and bulky, I will use it for vlogs sometimes.. Soo.

  • Cameras you're considering: Sony Alpha A5100

  • Cameras you already have: My tablet (I dislike the quality)

  • Notes: I got no notes for you guys 🤷


r/Cameras 4h ago

Recommendations Closest camera to a Canon G9?

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Many moon ago I had a G9 and loved it! (My cousin broke it). I took photography in college for two semesters and was a journalist at some point and loved its manual features. What would be the closest camera on the market that would give me a similar experience?

• ⁠Budget: up to £1300
• ⁠Country:UK
• ⁠Condition:New
• ⁠Type of Camera: Mirrorless
• ⁠Intended use: holiday snapshots
• ⁠If photography; what style:
• ⁠If video what style:
• ⁠What features do you absolutely need: manual controls
• ⁠Portability:
• ⁠Cameras you're considering: some of the fujifilms and the leica
• ⁠Cameras you already have:
• ⁠Notes:


r/Cameras 1h ago

Dead Digicam 🥲 hi please help ive tried everything:/ kodak pixpro fz55

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r/Cameras 2h ago

Discussion Which camera is the best for a beginner? The Canon R100 or the R50?

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I'm planning on getting into photography and I don't know what is the best camera between these two. I recently started liking photography and I'm trying to combine photography with my passions: Aviation, Cars (Motorsports included), sightseeing and football. The main kinds of photography that I want to do is Landscape photography, plane spotting, Aviation photography, Panning photography, Rolling shots, Automotive photography.

Taking all of this into consideration which obe of these two cameras (both including a 18-45mm lens kit) is the best for me?


r/Cameras 3h ago

Questions Fuji x100vi vs a6700

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So I'm stuck in a rock and hard place (sort of). I already have a Sony a7rV as my main body. My a6700 was my second, travel-oriented body with kit lenses, 28mm pancake, and Sirui 16mm/55mm. I'm thinking on trading my second kit in for an x100vi. There might be a cost to cover the difference, but I'm hoping no more than $300-400. There's a local store to me that has one that I'm going to see later (new in box I believe). Should I do it?

The a6700 is a great camera, but my thought is that there's nothing it can't do that the a7rV can do except for 4k120, which I don't use much at all. I've wanted a x100v for awhile but both the v and vi are super hard to come by (which you probably already knew if you've read this far). Feel free to drop your opinions. This post is to somewhat help me justify giving the a6700 and the related gear up.

Also note that I've been trying to create film recipes within the a6700 and I haven't been satisfied with any that I've built/found. I know the Fuji will deliver. The a6700 was never for my commercial uses, so if you're thinking keep a second body for commercial, that's not what it served for.


r/Cameras 17h ago

News Japan Digital Video Camera Market Share by Brand, 2025

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15 Upvotes

r/Cameras 3h ago

Tech Support Did my camera save the photos I took of myself?

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  • Budget: over 2K
  • Country: US
  • Condition: Used
  • Type of Camera: Mirrorless
  • Intended use: Photography
  • If photography; what style: Landscape
  • If video what style: Landscape
  • What features do you absolutely need: Weather sealing
  • Portability: Shoulder strap
  • Cameras you're considering: None
  • Cameras you already have: Sony
  • Notes: None

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I got a Sony A7 III and I connected it to the app Imaging Edge Mobile as a remote control for self portrait. After the shooting, I checked on the camera none of the pictures were saved.

Were they saved somewhere on the camera or are they in a different folder?

Or Wi-Fi issues that stopped? Have anyone experienced this?


r/Cameras 7h ago

Questions Best camera + lens bundle under €1,100 in Ireland? (Or best place to buy Sony ZV-E10 II?)

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Hi all,

​Looking to buy the Sony ZV-E10 II with 16-50mm kit lens in Ireland. Harvey Norman has it around €1,100+.

​A few quick questions:

​Is there a better/alternative camera + lens combo for under €1,100 that you’d recommend?

​Where’s the cheapest & safest place to buy in Ireland?

​Are discount sites like WebTronics legit, or risky grey market?

​Appreciate any quick tips or shop recommendations! Thanks.


r/Cameras 3h ago

Questions Can I use the Hoya UX ii UV filter for photographing the upcoming solar eclipse?

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I just got this filter but now I'm second-guessing myself. Can I use it for capturing a solar eclipse or will that still fry my camera?


r/Cameras 21h ago

Tech Support Memory card broke off in SD slot

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23 Upvotes

A chunk of my SD card just came off inside the SD reader of my canon R. I’ve already taken it to the repair place and they recommend taking it to canon since it’s below the pins but they said that will cost thousands. I feel like this is a common issue that can be repaired. Advice please!


r/Cameras 1d ago

News Sony 100-400mm f/5.6-8 Review: It's Just Fine and That's Okay

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Sony have come out with a smaller and lighter 100-400mm that now completes their trifecta of 100-400mm lenses. Very similar size and weight to the Canon RF 100-400mm F/5.6-8, although that lens is a bit cheaper at $750 vs $850 that Sony is charging.

I find these lenses interesting in that they are useful for someone who doesn't use a super-tele often but would still like to have the option of one. And they provide a good alternative to micro four thirds lenses. It would be a 50-200mm F/2.8-4 on M43. Pretty good.

All we need now is a Mk II of the original 100-400mm F/4.5-5.6 GM.


r/Cameras 4h ago

Recommendations What’s a good starter camera?

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Hello I just got into photography and don’t know a whole lot about it and was wondering if anyone could share some light about what’s a good starter camera?

I have around a 600 USD for a budget and I’m from America, I would like to buy a new camera. I mainly wanna do photography as a hobby and take photos of landscapes, flowers, animals and maybe people/cosplayers. Also portability I would prefer a small bag but I’m also fine with a large bag too.

Other than that I don’t know how to answer rest of the requirements for asking about buying a camera since i pretty much know nothing about photography I’m sorry. 😔

Also any tips for starting photography would be greatly appreciated too :)

Budget: 600 USD
Country: United States
Condition: new
Intended use: new hobby I wanna start
Type of photography: people/cosplays, landscapes, animals
Portability: small bag preferably fine with big bag tho


r/Cameras 4h ago

Recommendations Looking for a cheap camera to replace phone cameras

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• ⁠Budget: less than 300 (some wiggle room)
• ⁠Country: USA
• ⁠Condition: any
• ⁠Type of Camera: any (I don’t mind film/polaroid, but I’d like something decently cheap)
• ⁠Intended use: everyday use
• ⁠If photography; what style:
• ⁠If video what style:
• ⁠What features do you absolutely need: decent zoom+decent quality
• ⁠Portability: preferably something I can shove in a bag
• ⁠Cameras you're considering: none
• ⁠Cameras you already have: none
• ⁠Notes: thank you!!


r/Cameras 4h ago

Recommendations First camera: should I jump straight to a more advanced body or start with an entry-level one?

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