Questions tagged “durability”

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For long-term durability, should I use USB-C or remove the battery and SD card on my Canon camera?

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7y ago

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Can a compact camera with optical zoom and stabilization handle being carried while jogging?

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7y ago

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What camera features should I look for for a photographer with limited use of one hand?

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8y ago

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How many SD card insert/eject cycles can a camera slot typically handle?

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10y ago

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Do weather-sealed cameras and lenses have any standard rating or testing?

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10y ago

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Can running or hiking vibrations damage a DSLR camera?

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11y ago

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How long do zoom lenses last, and can they become stiff or loose over time?

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11y ago

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How do lustre, metallic (Fuji Pearl), and matte wedding album prints differ, and are rigid pages worth it?

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11y ago

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Why did many lens barrels change from metal to engineering plastics?

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12y ago

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Can rotating the Nikon D5200 command dial quickly damage it?

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12y ago

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What does “good build quality” in a lens actually mean?

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13y ago

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Do camera lenses have a fixed lifespan?

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13y ago

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Can a consumer DSLR operate under sustained high g-forces?

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13y ago

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What are the advantages of a metal lens mount versus a plastic mount?

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13y ago

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Why do DSLR shutter life ratings vary so much between camera models?

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14y ago

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Can user-reported shutter-count databases really show whether pro cameras are more durable?

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15y ago

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What kind of digital camera is suitable for a 3-year-old?

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16y ago

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How do weather-sealing levels differ between DSLR bodies, and are there any official ratings?

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16y ago

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How long should a camera lens last, and do some lenses last longer than others?

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16y ago