Reviews
SUMMARY
Photographer James Popsys found that his habit of taking thousands of photos daily, enabled by digital burst shooting, led to excessive culling time and a diminished experience of the location. By deliberately reducing his daily average to around 250 frames during a trip to Greenland, he experienced a more engaged presence and was happier with the resulting images. Popsys argues that the cost of digital frames is not monetary but in the attention diverted from observing the scene. He suggests that techniques like using single shot mode or setting frame limits per location can foster the discipline found in film photography, leading to more deliberate and impactful image-making.
TAKEAWAYS
Reducing daily photo count from thousands to hundreds can improve presence and image quality.
Excessive shooting leads to significant time spent culling images, detracting from the experience.
Modern camera features like high frame rates are less relevant for landscape and travel photography than composition and presence.
Adopting a film photography mindset, where each frame counts, can enhance concentration and enjoyment.