The Camera Industry Has a Problem…
The Camera Industry Has a Problem (And It’s Not What You Think)
It’s been a while since I went out just to take photos for the fun of it. No pressure. No plan. Just the simple joy of walking around with a camera in hand.
Doing that again recently made something really clear to me:
There’s a massive problem in the camera world right now—and it’s not coming from the manufacturers. It’s coming from us.
The Obsession With Specs Is Killing Creativity
Every time a new camera is released, the conversation seems to instantly shift to what’s wrong with it.
“It’s got a crop in 4K60.”
“No EVF.”
“Only 4:2:0.”
“Rolling shutter!”
I don’t know about you, but I’m tired of it.
Because here’s the truth: every modern camera—regardless of brand—is incredible. Even your phone can create amazing results. The technology we have available to us is better than it’s ever been.
But we’ve become so focused on specs, comparisons, and internet debates that we’ve forgotten what photography and filmmaking are actually about: creativity.
Your Camera Is Just a Tool
The gear matters—but it’s not everything. The most important thing you can focus on is building your creative voice, trying new things, and learning how to express ideas through your work.
Whether that means:
Trying a new genre of photography
Shooting in unfamiliar places
Limiting your gear to spark creativity
Learning to shoot and edit video
Or simply telling better stories
…those things will have a far bigger impact on your growth than any spec sheet.
I’ve Been There Too
I’ve been lucky enough to test new cameras from Lumix and meet amazing people through press events and collaborations—but that came after years of using what I had.
I started this channel with my phone. Then I got the very first DJI Pocket. Then a clunky old Canon DSLR with a kit lens that felt like it might fall apart. But I made it work, and that’s how I learned.
You don’t need the latest and greatest to get started. You don’t need it to grow. And you definitely don’t need it to create something meaningful.
Let’s Shift the Focus Back to What Matters
Instead of tearing down new gear or getting caught up in debates over which camera is “the best,” let’s remember why we picked up a camera in the first place.
To create. To explore. To tell stories.
That’s what really matters.
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Let me know what you think in the comments—I’d love to hear your take.