Camera Speed May Hurt Photos; Slow Down Instead

Photographer Craig Roberts argues that the extreme speed and advanced autofocus of modern cameras can negatively impact image quality by encouraging rushed shooting. He suggests that relying on burst modes and quick autofocus misses the deliberate care that makes a single image compelling. Roberts advocates for a slower, single-frame shooting style, drawing a parallel to the benefits of using a tripod. While he no longer uses a physical tripod, he emulates its effect by adopting a deliberate pace and using in-body stabilization, calling this mindset 'being the tripod'. This approach forces photographers to supply the patience that modern technology often removes.