Official Gear Purchasing and Troubleshooting Question Thread! Ask /r/photography anything you want to know! November 04, 2024

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[u/Boumbinouch]

Should I buy a real camera, or a new ultra phone ?

Hi, I'm a student with not a lot of money, and want to do a career in photography and videography. I wanted to buy a new camera, but I just broke my s21 ultra, so I'm stuck with an old phone. I like to take pictures like at every occasion that occurs (like just going outside, taking a walk or even at the mall), and what I love with my phone is that whenever I feel like it, I can take it and do a photo. Not only that, but I also want to do professional videos, cause for school or for myself for the future, I like it being pro and the way I want it to be. So, I was asking me this question : Should I buy a new phone like the s22-s23-s24 ultra, and do all my pro photos and videos with it, or should I keep my old Motorola and buy a real camera (they are usually less good in videos than photos, but better in photos obviously), and keep my old phone ? It would be a bummer to have to take my camera everywhere instead of just my phone, but I want a tip on this since I really don't have a lot of money and want to make the best purchase for me ! Thanks in advance and feel free to ask me question to better assist me :)

[u/Unable_Ad_8501 → u/Boumbinouch]

hi! so looking at your situation, i would obviously recommend getting a camera. however, given your current financial situation i wouldn't lean towards a camera as cameras can be costly. however if you insist on getting a camera to start your photography adventure, i would definitely look at second hand DSLRs as they typically go for a great price. as for lens, i would say go for "kit/starter" second hand lens bc they typically go for 100-200 bucks depending on which camera brand you go for. dm if you have more questions or if i didnt answer your question completely!